I remember reading somewhere that buying a new handbag from brands such as one of my favorite brand Chloé is arguably the most satisfying purchase a woman can make and possibly one of the most important ones in the life of every woman. At the same time, buying the wrong bag can mean that you will need to return it, which in some cases might prove to be rather difficult. This is why I would like to offer you some advice on how to choose your perfect new handbag so that you can rise and shine every day knowing that you are holding something that makes you happy.

1. Try your new handbag, or even try as many of them as possible before deciding on that perfect one. When it comes to shopping for a new handbag, it is a lot like shopping for a pair of jeans or a blouse. You just need to try at least a few of them before you find something that fits you perfectly. If you shop online, you might want to order a few bags at once just so that you can compare how all of them fit you. Many online stores these days offer free returns, so make sure that you spot those that do and enjoy yourself.

2. Do not be shy when it comes to the colour you choose. If you are used to buying black leather bags only, consider going for something different this time. You might be surprised what sort of benefits await you once you choose a metallic bag, or a grey one, or a navy one. After all, not everything in your wardrobe has to be black, right? Don’t be afraid to experiment with your choices and you are guaranteed to be more noticeable.

3. Make sure that you buy the size that fits your needs. If you often find yourself carrying a lot with you such as that extra banana you like to have on your way to work, you will definitely need a handbag that will be able to accommodate your choices easily. There is nothing worse than finding out that what you bought is useless due to its small size.

4. Don’t be afraid to shop in new places. There are some new online outlets that are able to accommodate even the most demanding of ladies for the fraction of the price. As a matter of fact, the choice is so wide that one can find herself fully immersed in the magical world of handbags.

When you first look at it, Japanese Fashion house Issey Miyake and talented Finnish glass artisans Iittala are very unlikely product collaborators. But they both share the same core values of functional and amazing design combined with faultless craftsmanship.

They also share the same passion for sculpted and delicate lines which makes their collaboration all the more brilliant. Issey Miyake’s usual tagline tight pleats instead appear on some very elegant fluted vases made out of glass, placemats and napkins and cushions  alongside some plain cups and plates combining a complex mix of soft pastels, consisting of grey and emerald tones.

Henry Holland of House of Holland fame has recently entered into the designer homeware arena. He has joined up with the well known high street retailer Habitat and between them they have launched a psychedelic collection which is derived from the wild interiors from the film Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

Habitat’s trusty Abel sofa has been garnished in an exotic Paradise Leaf print by Mr Holland, and various animal prints, bugs and funky stripes comb across cushions, amazing throws and a real piece de resistance rug. Truly marvellous stuff!

As creative director and son of the founder of The Conran Shop (Terence Conran).Jasper Conran certainly knows his designer homeware. Terence was one of the earliest fashion gurus to work closely with homeware brands to produce partnership products, which they did, very well.

Wedgewood and the Conran brand have collaborated closely for decades, and their most recent works include the Tisbury collection shown here. Timeless, elegant and understated this china wont date as with all Conran designs, it is programmed into his DNA.

Angelpoise and Sir Paul Smith are big hitters when it comes to British exports. They have combined once again after their successful desk lamp project , the type 75.

This time, Sir Paul has modified the lamp and given it a paint job in a bold palette of blue, grey, racing green and orange! It works well and enhances the designs lines and poise very nicely.

Matthew Williamson is renown for boho glamour and has partnered with the eminent wall cover and textile outfit Osborne and Little to produce some decadent patterned prints! Opulent and bright they are positively bursting with life incorporating wild jungle foliage, wild flora birds and feathers. You really can enter paradise with this beautiful wallpaper and fabric mixup.

Made even more famous by being the label of choice in Ab Fab, Christian Lacroix has teamed up  with the renown interiors brand Designer’s Guild to suage his talents into their creations with his maximalist designs!

Focusing on the fashion house’s 1980’s stylistic creations the designs are wild! Clashing prints, bouncing colours and lots of contrast. 100% not a range for the subtle or simpering. The range covers various wall coverings, cushions, rugs and fabrics and more.

Ghost made their name with slip dresses and cut down bias gowns in the 1990’s. Their new collaboration with Sera Hersham-Loftus (or Sera of London) is inspired by Ghosts ever airy lingerie like designs. The collection comprises pretty much anything you may need to make a luxurious vintage boudoir, complete with silken cushions, lots of lace and frills and of course the ubiquitous red roses.

Kenzoe Maison has diversified into a funky bedding range that stays true to their catwalk roots. Bold colours and complex prints combine to make for some truly stunning bedlinen. Their usual tiger logo isn’t present on the linen which is a bonus as otherwise it would divert the eye from the iconic designs, but if you can’t resist, the do Leopard style towels and bath robes to keep everyone happy!

When a shielded holster is used during shooting situations, a typical gun owner shoots faster in a very safe manner. Once hunting trips or tactical adventures are over, a holster can also provide benefits throughout training routines. The process of taking advantage of the great benefits that shielded holsters offer is easy, as many reputable gun accessory stores stock a variety of options for modern and vintage pistols.

Shoot Faster

While hunting in the wild, speed is very important, as proper timing can impact performance and accuracy. When guns are kept in a holster that has a proper grip, timing doesn’t suffer because traction never affects the shooting process. Efficiency and speed typically decrease when hunters try to take shots after pulling a pistol out their pockets. Depending of the pocket’s material, tugging may be required in order to pull the gun out, and the time that it takes to release a gun can lead to inefficient results throughout a hunting trip.

Boost Safety

Most guns are bulky and can cause discomfort and injuries if proper usage procedures aren’t implemented. When a gun isn’t kept in a holster, the weapon will wiggle throughout various activities, such as running or sprinting. If a gun owner trips while a weapon is secured in a pocket while running, an injury could occur. A risky situation could also happen if a holster isn’t used while commuting to different destinations in a vehicle with gun. In these situations, the discomfort that occurs while the gun isn’t holstered can cause distractions on the road, and the lack of focus could lead to an accident. A holster with adjustable features solves all of these problems because it increases comfort and safety throughout running and driving situations.

Strategic Training Benefits

Proper gun training is a challenging process because the results are influenced by the equipment that’s used during various performance and accuracy routines. In order to successfully train while using a gun, a shooter must understand how to handle different situations that require precise timing. If hunters, cops, and other gun owners use holsters, they can effectively train their muscles that are used during the shooting process. Over time, speed, precise, and performance will improve because the holsters will reduce the time that it takes to grab and shoot a gun.

Gun holsters can provide many other benefits in wilderness and general environments. If other strategies are needed for a gun holster, the staff at a local gun store can provide beneficial advice.

Fashion and clothing are intertwined. Every person wants to wear the best clothes that enhance their personality. Especially, women are little extra conscious about their appearance and attire. Their clothes are fashionable and trendy and are usually expensive as compared to men’s and children’s apparels.

However, we think that looking smart requires spending a fortune on clothes. No matter if you want to buy denim, blouses, shorts or stylish dresses, there is a wide range of clothing available online at the best prices that wouldn’t burn a hole in your pocket. With the plenty of options of online shopping websites, it has become easier and convenient to buy clothes from the comfort of your home. While purchasing, you can check out the size, style, and color with pictures and full description of the material used. Latest designs are available in women clothing and you can also get special occasion short dresses.

If you want to shop for a particular event or an occasion, then online stores are the best option to buy trendy clothes. Whether you want it for your friend’s birthday party, prom night, or for your cousin’s wedding, you can get premium quality dresses in different designs and colors. Besides these, you will also find a comprehensive collection of evening wear, sports wear, lingerie, casual wear or even formal wear.

Who doesn’t like great deals on clothing? Nowadays, we still love to shop for the best deals available. But sometimes, we miss out common tactics to make our shopping more affordable and enjoyable. To be a smart shopper, you have to keep these things in mind:

• Don’t buy everything you like especially when you have it in abundance – this is not a smart buyer’s characteristic.
• Always compare the costs from the sites selling the same items. This is helpful because you might land to the cheapest deal, saving enough money for another item, may be!
• Always re-check the size of the clothes before buying online. Make sure to check the measurements and understand whether this will go with your body type or not.
• Always look out for the best deals, discounts, and offers, so that you won’t be having the low balance in your account and it will be too late to realize. Take your time – understand the cost, the discount and then make the purchase. Why spend more when you can get trendy women clothes at cheaper rates?
• Do not ignore the shipping charges; know what you’re actually paying for and also make sure you’re making the right choice. Some online stores charge delivery cost when you choose COD option, so it’s better to check before.

With these tips mentioned above, you can buy trendy women clothes online and that too without straining too much of your budget. In fact, when you find interesting online shopping sites that offer good discounts and deals, be sure and book mark your favorites for future shopping sprees. Now isn’t that easy and more convenient than battling your way through different stores in the malls? Get ready to have the most stylish attires in your group and slay all the way!

Handbag styles have, since their inception, been fluid and ever evolving, becoming more fashion statement and attention stopping status symbol than merely a means of carrying essentials and, nobody is more aware of this than Fursan Designer, Ibrahim Al-Haidos.

Founder and Designer of Fursan’s innovative and ever-stylish range of handbags, Ibrahim Al-Haidos specializes in creating elegant and stylish bags for busy women who value beauty alongside practicality. We caught up with Ibrahim recently when he shared his thoughts with us on the ever-changing world of fashion.

How does your education in engineering and business administration impact your fashion business sense?

Well, a handbag is a work of engineering in itself – today’s busy woman with great style needs to carry all of her essentials to maintain her look and also to function throughout the day. My bags are designed to not only look fabulous but also to be sturdy enough to withstand proper daily use. With respect to business sense, my education in business administration has been invaluable as, once the fun part of designing is done, there is a huge amount of “real work” to be done to ensure that the business runs smoothly and the brand in managed properly and as per the drawn strategy

You were recently featured on Citizen K, how was that experience?

This was a fantastic experience for me as I believe that Citizen K caters to my audience base who are very much consumers of fashion and lifestyle magazines as fashion tends to be an integral part of their daily lives. It was a great way and vehicle to highlight my talents and skills. Also, it was very nice to be referred to as a “New man on the block!” The magazine is the ultimate guide to haute couture in the GCC so it was incredible to be acknowledged and celebrated by such a prestigious publication.

As a male designer of handbags created for women, how does your own taste influence your designs?

I don’t think it is possible to be a designer without infusing your creations with your own tastes – certainly, the material I choose is the most precious skin from well-known tanneries who only produce for high-end and luxurious brands. The colours used for Fursan handbags are chosen with the season in mind but, I like to think that a little of my own personality and the brand identity are also injected into each piece.

Pharrell Williams was recently the first male to model a Chanel bag, would you ever consider creating luxury bags for men?

It’s not impossible – I was very “happy” to see PharrelI doing that as, I think in recent years, people have moved on from the taboo of the “man bag” and more men now see a bag as a stylish accessory as well as a practicality so, never say never! At the moment, I have my hands full with my current projects but I think this would be a really interesting addition to my range sometime in the future.

As a designer, how does social media give you the global reach that you need to put Qatar on the fashion map?

I’m not sure that it’s possible to run a business these days without social media and I do find it invaluable in my business. Social media have brought the world closer. It has even become the “new search engine” and “Newsroom” when it comes to fashion and personalities. Women in Qatar are naturally elegant and stylish and have the instinct to be unique and to be “The one & Only” … I guess everybody would love to be called that, given the chance. Social media is a great way – particularly Instagram – in communicating this to the wider world.

Your bags are carefully crafted and constructed, can you tell me, in short, the process for finding unique leather goods and what other materials are used?

I’ve been using the same leather supplier for some time as I’m extremely fussy when it comes to the quality of leather used for Fursan handbags. Currently, all leather and exotic skins are handpicked by myself. There are a number of other materials involved in the crafting of a bag including metals for details such as clasps and embellishments and thread for stitching, as well as softer materials for lining and materials for the structure of the bags.

Right now, the flagship store in Qatar seems to be the only place someone can purchase a Fursan bag, will there be an online store coming soon?

Yes, this is in the pipeline at the moment – creating an online store has been a priority for me as I am hoping to bring Fursan bags to women around the world – why should the ladies of Qatar have all the fun! Yet, the flagship store will be an exclusive source for some collections and some types of exotic skins. If you could choose any city in the United States to carry your Fursan bag, which city would that be and, why? I would love my bags to be available in New York and Chicago as I feel that these are two of the most fashionable cities in the world which is reflected in hugely popular TV programmes and films such as Sex And The City and Mean Girls. New York, in particular, is such a vibrant and buzzing city that I feel that it would make an ideal home for a Fursan store and, I do look forward to taking a bite of that particular apple in the future.

How important is it for you to influence the fashion world with your culture and, can you explain the tradition of Dazzah?

As a designer, being influential is always of paramount importance – you need to be a fashion leader rather than a fashion follower and it is equally important to me to infuse my fashions with my culture which holds an extremely important place in my heart. In my culture, when a man marries, he brings gifts to the bride as a symbol of prosperity and, these gifts are presented in an “embayyat” which is a kind of wooden trunk embellished with precious metals. I wanted to use the idea of the embayyat as a template for creating the distinctive and stunning Dazzah range of handbags.

What can we look forward to from Ibrahim Al-Haidos?

I don’t want to say too much at this point but, I do have some really exciting projects in the pipeline for the near future, as well as some longer term goals. As a designer, you’re always looking toward the next season – and the one after that and so, there are always plans being made; some of which make their way into my flagship store and, some which never get past the drawing board.- You can, of course, follow me on social media to keep updated on all of these exciting new projects!

For more information on the Dazzah and other ranges, visit: www.fursan.qa

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Family traditions can be the foundation for the creation of lifelong memories. A lot of times people have the misconception that family traditions revolve around holidays and special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays. While those special times provide opportunities to begin or continue family traditions, they are certainly not the only situations where memory-making opportunities arise.

Annual Vacations

A family vacation is a tradition that gives everyone something to look forward to. To make the vacation feel more family-inclusive you can start a vacation fund and have every family member contribute to it. You can also let the kids help decide where to go on vacation. You can narrow the options down to a few that are affordable and let the kids vote on their choice.

Themed Meals

Another tradition that the whole family can participate in is a monthly themed meal. The theme could be foods eaten in a different country, a certain color theme or whatever a family member can think up. You could expand the celebration beyond the dinner table by watching a movie related to the theme or having everyone wear clothes that coincide with the chosen theme.

Celebrating Quirky, Unusual Special Days

There are online sites and books that have a lengthy list of special days to celebrate. The list includes things such as peanut butter day, backward day, National Bird Day, lucky penny day and many other special days that give you and your family an opportunity to celebrate. Searching for a day to celebrate can be a family project.

Surprise Someone

There are certain days throughout the year when family members and friends exchange gifts. While those occasions should be celebrated and the gifts are appreciated, there’s something extra special about receiving an unexpected gift. You could make it a tradition to gather together as a family once a month to select a friend, family member or neighbor to surprise with a gift. The willow tree collection, with its extensive variety of gift ideas, is an excellent resource for gifts for specific occasions and for those “just because” moments when you want to encourage someone or simply let them know you’re thinking about them.

Family traditions are a wonderful way to strengthen family bonds. They provide lifelong memories. Creating new and unique traditions give your family something to celebrate between those typical annual holidays and birthdays.

Vacations are a wonderful time. Whether you plan a whirl wind trip full of sightseeing at popular tourist spots or simply plan to relax on the beach, you want to pack enough clothes to cover any situation while still looking terrific. The trick is to find pieces that can serve double duty. This reduces the amount of clothing you’ll have to bring with you. You also want apparel that still looks great after being folded up in your luggage.

Versatile Outfits

Pack basic items in neutral colors. This could be a black pencil skirt, khaki shorts, and navy blue cotton pants. Pair them with an assortment of tan, white, or ivory tops that include at least one tank, something short sleeved, and one dressier piece. All of these can be mixed and matched for a variety of occasions.

Jackets

Rather than packing several different coats, think about a three-in-one jacket. These have an inner lining that can be worn as a fleece jacket on chilly evenings. The outer shell can be used alone for rain protection, and when zipped together, you have a heavy coat for cold days.

Shoes

It would be nice to take your entire closet full of shoes, but this is not practical. You basically need three types of shoes. Sandals are nice on hot days or when heading to the pool or beach. Sneakers will be needed on outings where you will be doing a lot of walking like at an amusement park. Lastly, one pair of dressier shoes is nice to have along for dinner out.

Accessories

Scarves are lightweight, and they don’t take up much room. Use these to add a pop of color to your outfits. Silver or gold hoop earrings work with any outfit, and sunglasses are a must for sunny locations. You may even want a few pairs. Reasonably priced wholesale sunglasses can be found at your local mass merchandiser or online from sites like Dynasol Eyewear.

Now that you have a pretty good idea of what to take, you can search your closet or go shopping for that perfect outfit. Either way, you can now pack with confidence. You know you’ll have just what you need, and you’ll still look terrific.

Music is the universal language and almost everyone has some kind of relationship with it. A lot of people get the chance to take private lessons when they are children whether it be on piano, guitar, or a wind instrument in the school band. Unfortunately, many adults feel that they don’t have the capacity to learn how to play an instrument as an adult. While it may be a little harder, this is untrue.

One of the reasons that people feel this way is because they are comparing themselves to pros who have been playing since they were kids. This is another mistake because you don’t have to be as good as a pro to get enjoyment out of the hobby. When it comes to music, you get out of it exactly what you put into it. The benefits of learning to play music are vast regardless of how good you are. Here some of the most important reasons to get some music instruction books and start learning today.

Benefits of Playing a Musical Instrument

– Cultural History – When you learn an instrument, you are exposed to new styles of music. Because of that, you are forced to learn more about the musical history of each instrument, exposing yourself to information and sounds that you wouldn’t have been aware of otherwise. This effect is magnified when you hire a private instructor.

– Stress Relief – Playing an instrument is a physical and mental activity, making it an ideal source of stress relief for many. This stress relief is created because of the creative expression coupled with the sense of achievement playing a musical instrument. You may find that you can express yourself through a musical instrument in ways that you never could otherwise.

– Enjoy Listening to Music More – The more you learn through playing a musical instrument, the more you will hear when listening to other music. You will probably begin to start hearing things in music that you have never heard before, no matter how many times you have heard a particular piece of music before.

These are just a few of the most important benefits of learning a musical instrument. There are so many that it is almost to try and count them all. The sooner you start learning an instrument, the better you will get. Look into a company like C.R. Carole music to get some of the best educational resources to get your journey started.