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The Importance of High Quality Clothing

Many factors go into shopping for clothes. Fit. Style. Brand. What many people ignore, or are at least ignorant of, is checking for high quality clothing. Quality underlies all other factors when shopping for clothing because without quality, the true value of the clothing is little. Despite the fact that high quality clothing generally means higher costs, quality is an extremely important factor when deciding what clothes to wear.

First and foremost, quality is important because it makes wearing clothes a more enjoyable experience. Clothes that are well made feel better, and simply knowing that one’s clothes are of a high quality can make someone more confident. The excitement that comes with wearing a nice shirt, for instance, can be carried over into the way an individual carries himself. And this, in turn, makes wearing the shirt more fun.

High quality clothing is important also because it looks better on an individual. A shirt made from thin, brittle cotton will look different than a shirt made from thick, lustrous material. There are other ways to ensure the quality of a shirt as well – like checking the seams. For e-commerce purchases, read reviews, research the information on the shirts being sold – such as fabric, fit and even thread count – and ensure a high level of customer service before committing. The higher quality creates a shirt that looks more attractive. From brighter colors to stronger fabric, quality clothing just looks better.

Finally, quality is important because it makes clothing more durable. Clothing that uses higher quality dyes and colors, for example, will stay brighter longer. Moreover, higher quality fabric will stay stronger longer. Even after being washed and dried multiple times, high quality fabric still remains strong and does not fade as much as poor quality fabric. Ultimately, quality lets clothing last longer.

Men have a lot to consider when shopping for clothes. Unfortunately, people often sacrifice quality to obtain a cheaper price. However, the benefits that high quality confers are many and are often worth the price tag. Our advice – Do not scrimp short term. Always go for quality that lasts.

Key Takeaway for the importance of high quality clothing

Wearing high quality clothes makes for a more enjoyable experience.
High quality clothing looks better on an individual.
High quality clothing lasts a lot longer than cheaper quality.

What do different types of collar styles mean?

Who would have thought that shirt collars can be such a big deal? Aren’t they just the same on every shirt? Surprise! Surprise! Collar styles, though such a small element of the entire shirt, plays the leading role of making that shirt look fantastic or horrible on you! Read on to find out how.

Simply put, a collar is the part of the shirt that frames the neck, and thus its shape, cut and size has a direct effect on portraying the structure of your face. The wrong collar style can accentuate facial abnormalities, making you look awkward and tardy, while the right collar style can enhance your features, making you look dapper. There are two broad types of collar styles- the turndown and the winged collars. The winged collars are always only worn with a tuxedo. However, within the turndown collars, there is a huge variety, so we have grouped them into three distinct categories.

Turndown Collar Styles That Differ in their Tips

Turndown collar styles that differ in their tips are commonly called the collar points. The largest majority of men’s dress shirt collars have a pointed tip, called the Straight Point Collars. This neutral collar style can be worn with any suit and in any style, making it extremely versatile (as well as boring). Variation to the point collar comes in terms of its spread (discussed next) and its length. A moderate length encompasses the tie to give an arrow-pointing-at-the-face effect, while longer more closely set points tend to have an elongating effect that draws the eye away from the face. A long point collar style is therefore most suitable for shorter and rounder men, but it’s a big NO-NO for tall and thin men.



Another collar type is the Rounded collar, also known as Club collar, and traces its roots to the uniforms of the prestigious Eton College in the 1800s. This type of collar is considered dressy and can be worn with an elegant suit or well-cut sports jacket. Rounder men should definitely avoid this collar type as it will emphasize their circular features.

Turndown Collar Styles that Differ in their Spread

Turndown collar styles that differ in their spread are referring to the distance between collar points. Unlike the straight point collars seen on most shirts, the spread collars have their points cut away so that more of the shirt is revealed. This also makes it more suitable for bigger tie knots. This type of collar style has a widening effect, thus, is most appropriate for men with thinner and taller faces. Men with rounder faces can manage the narrow to moderate spread collars but should avoid wearing ties.

Like the point collars, spread collars vary in their spread and length. The Moderate Spread Collar is the closest to the regular point collar except that it is slightly more flared. This type is meant for the shy men who are just venturing out. The Wide Spread Collar also known as the Windsor or Classic originated from the English royalty. The Spread Collar adds individuality to personal style and creates a confident impression.

Turndown Collar Styles that are Held in Place

Did you know that the Button-down Collar was inspired by the polo shirt in England? Hence, this type of collar, which is held down to the shirt with small buttonholes at the points to prevent flapping, is associated with less dressy shirts. It goes perfectly with a sports jacket for a smart casual event. For a more professional look, this type of collar will look great with a bowtie, and even a tie. The only caveat to this collar type is that it must never be worn with the buttons undone.

Hucklebury Button down collar

        

Eyelet Collar                                                                                             Pinned Collar

The Tab Collar has a buttoned or snap connection in the middle that pulls the two collar points closer together. The tab creates a snug fit for the tie knot and pushes it forward. This type of collar cannot be worn without a tie and is most suitable for men with extra long faces as the tie takes the attention away.

The Eyelet and Pinned Collars are held together with a decorative collar pin that connects the points behind the tie. This type of collar accentuates the tie knot, and therefore, looks better on men with a medium to long necks. Regarded as dressy, this collar type is associated with the fashion-conscious men who clearly make an effort to stand out with stylish collar pins. It is a bold collar meant for the confident men who can thrive in the extra attention.

Key Takeaway about collars you should know

The first step in knowing different collar styles is knowing your facial features in determining what collars you can and cannot wear
Stay away from collars that are the same shape as your facial structure so as not to accentuate the wrong features
With that simple rule in mind, explore away!

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Do I need a DSLR camera for blogging?

One day I was trying to find room for a gifted unwanted dress, it made me think. If I don’t let my friends tell me how I should dress, why would I let them tell me what I should purchase? Let’s the people who sold their souls to companies for invitations to exclusive parties or a free

dress tell you what to buy is never a good idea (sorry my fashion blogger friends I am too honest. Deal with it, you can unfriend me any time). I am too poor to listen to my friends.

Lucky me I have spent a good time having an affair with the hot charming new social network Google+ (if you don’t get it, read my Twitter bio). There are so many amazing photographers on the site. Also at Thumble, I work with a lot of photographers and the community. Before Google+ and Thumble, I didn’t know how nice and smart photographers are. They told me that I shouldn’t buy an expensive camera before I grow out of the one I have. It is not about the camera but the photographer. You can give a blogger a Hasselblad H4D, the Ferrari of studio cameras, the photos can still be out of focus and noisy, if you don’t know how to use it. The fancier the camera gets the harder to control it. If you still don’t believe me that you don’t need a fancy camera to take amazing photos, read this book Low Cost High Impact Photography by Steve Johnson. It is the best 99 cents I have spent in a long time. Please read it before you spend hundreds and hundreds of dollars or even thousands on the new fancy camera. If you still don’t think it is enough. Here are my 3 reasons for not buying a DSLR for your blog.

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1. I am too poor to afford a DSLR and so are you.

What are you talking about? I am going to be a fashion blogger, companies are going to invite me to sit in the front row and pay me like a celebrity.

Darling wake up. Most fashion bloggers don’t make money. Most of the bloggers who make money don’t make money directly from blogging. If a Amazon best selling author makes nothing from his book, do you think you will make money from your blog? If you are a blogger, expect to get poorer. You are signing up for an unpaid full-time job with a lot of expenses. It is not free to go to events every night. You need new clothes, cabs/gas money and lots of valuable time. At the end of the month, free lipstick and shoes don’t pay your rent. Just to get this straight, you are going to invest a lot of money into a camera for a job that might put you into debt. Bad idea. I have a mortgage to pay, a family to feed and a future to build.I wasn’t ready to get into debt for something that is not worth it. I can afford a DSLR but in the long run it is still too expensive. I already have a very expensive hobby ( fashion and good food), I should stay away from photography. In most cases, buying a camera body is the cheapest part. Buying the lens is the real deal. Once you get in and fall in love with photography, it only gets more expensive. I know I will be so sad if I have an awesome camera body without an amazing lens. Just like I try to stay away from the mall, I don’t want to get into photography. It is too expensive for me. I prefer to be financial independent before I get into photography. Unless you make decent money or have a wealthy father/boyfriend, you are too poor for a DSLR camera.

2. I am too pretty to carry a DSLR camera.

If you have seen a DSLR camera you know it is HUGE. Not only you need to carry a body , you will need to carry lens too. I know people who carry tripods with them too. I am the girl who always carries a tiny little clutch to event ( and you should too, over-sized bags are not accepted). My camera bag cannot be bigger than my clutch. Do you know how hard it is to find a beautiful camera bag to match your outfit? My photographer friends always ask me to start a camera bag line because they can’t find a nice one.  If you take blogging seriously, you should carry your camera with you everywhere. Any moment can be a special moment. I have a micro four third camera (the newest model) that I love to death  but after a week carrying it to the office with my laptop bag, purses, I gave up. I knew I need something smaller and lighter. Luckily, Fujifilm was so kind and sent me a christmas gift, their newest compact camera FX1. I have been carrying it with me everywhere. If my micro four thirds camera is too chunky for everyday life, what would it feel if you have to carry your DSLR camera with you everywhere. If you don’t love photography enough, this is painful.

3. I don’t have the skills for a DSLR camera

Most bloggers think fancy camera = beautiful photos. This is not true. Photography is an art and there is so much you need to understand. I am working for a startup, I don’t have a lot of time to learn a new skill after a 16 hour working day. I don’t have the skills to get the most value out of a DSLR camera and I don’t have the time to learn it. If I get one, it will cost me more than just money it will cost me time!  It is better to settle for something that is right for me. I can always upgrade when I outgrow it. I like to keep my life simple.

As you might know, I am a big fan of 80/20 rule. I’d rather focus most of my time doing something I am good at and get the most value out of . I know it is not photography. Instead of trying to learn photography, I collaborate with people who have the skill. It is so much easier and I like being in front of the camera so much more than being behind it.

Which camera should a blogger buy?

To be honest I don’t have the answer for you. Nobody understands what you need better than yourself, however I know most of the time that a  DSLR is not the answer. Sit down and ask yourself what you want to do with your camera. Do your research before you buy one. Don’t buy something that you don’t need, otherwise, one day you will have to sell something that you need.

Don’t buy something that you don’t need, otherwise, one day you will have to sell something that you need.

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What The Middle Class Doesn't Understand About Rich People

The rich think and act differently from the middle class.

Few people in the middle class really understand the mindset of the richest people.

After all, if they did, they would be among the top earners as well. We’ve all heard the remarks: Rich people are lucky, rich people had an unfair advantage, rich people are crooks, rich people are selfish, etc. These are mostly empty statements with little proof to back them up.

Yes, the rich think and act differently from everyone else, and the differences are as extreme as they are numerous.

Here are five things you probably didn’t know about the wealthy.

1. The wealthy are comfortable being uncomfortable.
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Most people just want to be comfortable. Physical, psychological, and emotional comfort is the primary goal of the middle-class mindset.

The wealthy, on the other hand, learn early on that becoming a millionaire isn’t easy, and the need for comfort can be devastating. They learn to be comfortable while operating in a state of ongoing uncertainty. The great ones know there’s a price to pay for getting rich, but if they have the mental toughness to endure temporary pain, they can reap the harvest of abundant wealth.

It’s not comfortable for a millionaire in the making to forge ahead when everyone around her is negative, cynical, and unsupportive, yet those who can push forward are rewarded with riches for the rest of their lives. Make a list of the five things you must do today that are uncomfortable but will help you build your financial fortune.

Wealthy people have goals and plans to meet those goals.

2. The wealthy dream about the future.
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Most of us grew up listening to stories of the good old days, when the world was a kinder, gentler place. The music was better, athletes were tougher, and business people were honest. This tradition of the masses is handed down from generation to generation while its purveyors have no idea how insidious and destructive it is. People who believe their best days are behind them rarely get rich, and they often struggle with happiness and depression.

The wealthy are future-oriented and optimistic about what lies ahead. They appreciate and learn from the past while living in the present and dreaming of the future. Self-made millionaires get rich because they’re willing to bet on themselves and project their dreams, goals, and ideas into an unknown future. Much of their planning time is spent clarifying goals that won’t be realized for years, yet they patiently and painstakingly plan and dream of what their future will look and feel like.

Wealthy people aren't arrogant. They're confident.

3. The wealthy are more confident.
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The negative projections and derogatory labels placed on the rich are endless. One of the most common is that the rich are cocky, arrogant people who think they’re better than everyone else.

The truth is successful people are confident because they repeatedly bet on themselves and are rarely disappointed. Even when they fail, they’re confident in their ability to learn from the loss and come back stronger and richer than ever. This is not arrogance, but self-assuredness in its finest form.

The wealthy have an elevated and fearless consciousness that keeps them moving toward what they want, as opposed to moving away from what they don’t want. This often doubles or triples their net worth quickly because of the new efficiency in their thinking. Eventually they begin to believe they can accomplish anything, and this becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. As they move from success to success, they create a psychological tidal wave of momentum that gets stronger every day, catapulting their confidence to a level so high it is often interpreted as arrogance.

Money is for freedom, not status.

4. The wealthy believe money is about freedom.
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Among the many money issues misperceived by the general public is the notion that acquiring great wealth is more about showing off than creating choices. While money certainly brings status, it’s acquired mostly for the purpose of attaining personal liberty.

It’s impossible to be truly free without wealth. The middle class is controlled by employment, government, and other entities with superior resources that dictate what they can and can’t do. It’s tough to make a moral stand for freedom when you’re worried about making your next mortgage payment.

Rich people can afford to stand up and fight oppression. They can afford to buy their way out of unhealthy work environments, bad bosses, and other unpleasant situations. They have the means to enlist the best doctors when they get sick, and they are able to make themselves as comfortable as possible when they can’t get well. When they want to raise money for business, politics, or charity, a few phone calls to their rich friends is all it takes. If they need more money, they throw a party or host an auction and charge $1,000 a ticket. The examples of how much money buys freedom are endless.

Start thinking about the freedoms you’ll gain when you are wealthy!

Like attracts like, and rich attracts rich.

5. The wealthy carefully monitor their associations.
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People with high-level formal education like to associate with the academic elite. Physically fit people enjoy spending time with others who are fit. Religious people like to have fellowship with people of faith. And rich people like to associate with others who are rich.

Like attracts like, yet the wealthy are often criticized for having a closed inner circle that is almost impossible to break into unless you are rich. Successful people generally agree that consciousness is contagious, and that exposure to people who are more successful has the potential to expand your thinking and catapult your income. We become like the people we associate with, and that’s why winners are attracted to winners.

In other segments of society this is accepted, but the rich have always been lambasted for their predisposition to engage the company of people with similar financial success. Millionaires think differently from the middle class about money, and there’s much to be gained by being in their presence.

Set a goal to double the amount of time you spend with people who are richer than you. Who knows, it might just make you rich.