How To Tie A Scarf?

Step 1: Create a shawl tie

1. Drape the scarf around your shoulders, creating gentle folds that accentuate its pattern.
2. Gather each end in each hand. Holding loosely with your right hand, gently fold the right end, crossing over the left end and bring through and around the back to let it drape over the front.

Step 2: Try a modified ascot

1. Gather the scarf so that it becomes long and narrow.
2. Place the middle of the scarf at the front of your neck and gently wind each end once around your neck to create a sort of turtleneck collar.
3. Bring the ends to the front and gently fold the right end, crossing over the left end and bring over and up through the back to let it drape softly over the front.

Step 3: Consider a hip tie

1. Drape a wide scarf around your hips from the back, drawing either the left end or the right end longer than the other.
2. Gather each end in each hand, and holding loosely with your right hand, gently fold the right end, crossing over the left end and bring through and around the back to let it drape over the front.

Step 4: Use a kerchief tie

1. Fold a square scarf in half across the diagonal.
2. Position the scarf so that it gently drapes across your front with the pointed corner down and the straight edge horizontal from shoulder to shoulder.
3. Holding the two ends of the horizontal fold, one in each hand, bring the two ends around to the back of your neck and tie a simple knot of your choice. 

5 black styles for prom night

Beaded black prom dress: This long, floor length gown is hand-beaded and made with a built in bra for easy styling. The wide skirt makes this dress flattering on all body types.
Tova-black prom dress: While it’s not all black, this gown is perfect match for your black tie event. It’s unique fitted body with a mermaid-style skirt will give you a mature, high fashion look.
Single should strap gown: A mid-way slit to just above the knee and sequin details make for a top notch, fashionable style. Pair this with some bulky bangles for a complete evening look.
One should metallic, black dress: This floor sweeping gown gives animal print a new meaning with eye-grabbing glitter detail that will make you stand out even under the dimmest light. For jewlery accessories, go for a to-die-for bracelet.
BCBG v-neck gown: This dress, no-doubt, is a splurge. But if you can afford it, this dress will return the favor by giving you an effortlessly stunning look for you prom night. For accessories, the go to choice is dangly earring that make a statment.

The Amazing Spider-Man Review

I was probably the first person to object at Andrew Garfield being casted as Peter Parker/Spider-Man. In my eyes, none of his performances had been respectable enough to obtain the role of THE Peter Parker. On the other hand, despite what anybody says, I did enjoy watching Tobey Maguire play Peter. I won’t deny that, as it seems that a lot of people began doing that after this movie release.

I sat in my seat without any expectations. My rage at Garfield had died down, and I respect both Sally Fields and Emma Stone enough to know that they wouldn’t have signed up for a bad movie. Here’s my verdict even before I get down to the review: it had been a while since a movie captured me ilk this one. I felt like a five-year old, staring at the screen like it was the New York City skyline, waiting for the masked vigilante to swing by and save the day. I recently became a comic book reader and though I may not be able to recite Spider-Man’s history, I always root for those who stick to the original creation. That reason alone makes me appreciate Mark Webb (Director) even more (and you might too).

We had two other super-hero movies come out this season: The Avengers and The Dark Knight Rises. They each cater to a different type of crowd. In my opinion, The Avengers borderlined on silly while The Dark Knight Rises is heavy-duty serious stuff. The Amazing Spider-man was made for all audiences, and it takes on so many scenarios and themes that everybody relates at some point: family, love, romance, duty, responsibility, extraordinary circumstances, tragedy, you name it.

If you’ve read any of my other reviews, you’ll see there is nothing I appreciate more than a story about normal people tossed into extraordinary circumstances. Why? Because it allows me to visualize myself in them. I had never seen a more human performance than Garfield’s Peter Parker in any superhero movie ever. I saw myself in Peter. Granted that Peter is more of an average guy than Tony Stark or Bruce Wayne, but he was still able to charm you even if he had no grace and didn’t carry himself very well.

While I never heard any complaints on Peter, I did hear a lot of “it was all great until the giant lizard came along.” Doctor Connors is probably the first villain in any Spider-Man film to truly demonstrate genuine reasoning. Doc Ock, Venom, and the Green Goblin all had motives but not genuine enough to force New York City into ruins. Connors did, as did the Sandman. Unlike the Sam Raimi trilogy, Oscorp wasn’t just some super hi-tech corporation. You can see the relationship between Peter and Oscorp, and it makes his closeness and motivation to help Connors more realistic.

Aside from the big picture, all the little details deserve credit. James Horner (Titanic) composed the score for the movie. It is beautifully composed. Every detail in every piece fits every detail in every scene. The recurring melodies fit each theme in the movie. The soundtrack is worth buying and listening to on repeat.  When it comes to sets, costuming, locations, it meets all your expectations. They help keep you on the edge of your seat in suspenseful scenes. On the other hand, scenes seem to have minimum stunt doubles which is great.

If you haven’t been impressed with any summer movie so far, this is your opportunity. It’ll break your heart, inspire you, you name it. You’ll want to revisit your childhood hero more than ever before.

Beach Wedding Theme Color

via：http://www.bosgoo.com/blog/beach-wedding-color-2859.html
Beach wedding color–Blue

Blowing romantic melody constantly, azure blue sea brings the perfectly perfect beach wedding… Well, blue is definitely considered as theme for beach wedding. Regardless of reservedness of traditional wedding…Can you image it? Sky blue beach, tulle, cocktail, etc. Yes the keynote for beach wedding is so clean and romantic…Your new start is coming for you.
Beach wedding color—White

White—God’s favorite color. So, our angle gifts the purest happy neon…Wearing pure white wedding dress, walking down the aisle with your soul mate…White journey sets off colorful life, and there is no end this time. From the moment of holding hands, “white” has locked “the two” are meant to be together. So,to hold a pure white wedding and record your true love.
Beach wedding color—Purple
 
Purple shows nobility, royalty, luxury, authority, creativity, inspiration, and spirituality. This romantic color always symbolizes true love because it is like the sunglow in sky, flowers in the field, love in couple’s eyes. Certainly purple represents everything perfect and sweet in the world. So, if you desire to convey your heart filed with true love to your half, purple is the best choice to decorate wedding…
Beach wedding color—Pink
 
Pink symbolizes admiration and romance. When we taking the same “life” boat, hoping retaining romantic mood forever… Pink,full of sweet love for life. While, pink, adorn our love palace and interpretate love declaration.

How to Select the Perfect Homecoming Dress

 

• Call in friends to help you with any step of the process. Take a few trusted friends dress shopping, or better yet. pick out your favorite dresses and have them vote on the perfect dress. Ask them what accessories they would put with your dress, or on homecoming night you and your friends could all get ready together (which is a great way to check that your hair and makeup is impeccable!)
• Stay true to the homecoming style, but put your own twist on it in certain aspects. There are some general rules for a homecoming dress: not too fancy, about knee-length, fall or winter colors, and some sheen and sparkle. However, mixing things up in some select areas, like a fun, unique print, a bow or two, or some fantastic ruffles, is a great way to stand out in a sea of satin.
• When in doubt, go with a LBD. Your favorite LBD (Little Black Dress) can do you no wrong. Many girls wear LBDs to homecoming, and they are a tried and true way to infuse personal style into any dress code. LNDs (Little Navy Dresses,) LWDs (Little White Dresses,) or LBDs (Little Brown or Burgundy Dresses,) are all fantastic options as well.

6 Tips For School Dances

As Nadine Ismail says, no matter how a girl looks, if she's confident, she's cute. So about a week before your dance you need to get some confidence. Take a shower every day, and take time to put on nice smelling lotion, perfumed body powder, and wash your face using cleansers, toners, moisturizers, scrubs, and masks. Tell yourself you're pretty, even if you don't believe it because you are. If you don't think you're cute, how will the guy you like think you are?

When you dance with a guy just think your dancing with your girl friends, then just take out dirty dancing and your date won't care how you dance.

Practice dancing every day a week before the dance, and use slow songs too, to practice dancing close and also fast songs to practice the way you really dance with your friends.

Have Confidence! The best thing a girl or boy can wear is confidence and a smile. It attracts people to you and you'll have more fun.

Get out there and be the one who dances while everyone just stands around.

 Be calm and collected; you don't want to be too 'wacky' or too boring or it will throw people off!

Picking A Perfect Dress For Youself

Even if a dress looks fabulous on the hanger or mannequin, it might be a dud once you try it on. When shopping for a new dress, consider your figure type in order to find the best style for your body.

Full hips and thighs For pear-shaped or plus-size women with full hips and thighs, you can hide figure flaws with an A-line dress. Look for dresses that hit at the knee or just above. Draw the attention to your shoulders and neck (and away from your lower body) with a halter style or ruffled neckline. You'll adore the Lilly Pulitzer Bernadette printed A-line dress. Add a cute cardigan for extra coverage. More about dresses>>

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Thick midsection For apple-shaped or short-waisted women, you want to make your midsection look longer and leaner. Look for fabrics that skim rather than cling to your body. An empire or drop waist dress is a good bet as it takes the attention away from your natural waist. A wrap dress can also create the illusion of a thinner waist. You'll love the Shoshanna beaded-neck empire-waist dress. This gorgeous dress is perfect for a special night out.

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Small bust Skip the deep v-necklines and instead choose a dress with a scoop or cowl neck. You can also add some depth up top with a colorblock dress that is brighter on the upper half and darker on the lower half. Check out the INC sleeveless cowlneck colorblock sheath dress. You can go from the office to a dinner party without missing a beat.

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Big bust Women with ample breasts should select deep plunging necklines or halter dresses, if you want to show off your assets. The Nicole Miller scalloped lace halter dress is just perfect. However, to diminish the look of big breasts, pick fabrics that flow and skim over your curves without being too tight.

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Broad shoulders Women with wedge-shaped figures with broad shoulders and smaller hips can balance out their body by wearing dresses with flared skirts. Avoid halter and strapless dresses, which will just emphasize your wide shoulders. Consider the Tibi Melange fit-and-flare dress with its vintage appeal and flirty hemline.

Heavy arms Those women with heavy arms should avoid sleeveless and cap-sleeve dresses. Try a dress with trendy kimono sleeves instead. Bell-shaped, billowy sleeves are also pretty for women who want to hide their arms. Choose a dress in a fun print like the T-Bags floral jersey kimono sleeve mini dress. This floral print works well for any season.

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Straight and narrow Thin, rectangular-shaped figures need to create the illusion of curves. Try a dress with a bubble or flared skirt to add some bulk to the lower body. A ruched dress can make you look more curvy as well. A belted sweater dress in a chunky knit is also a good option for straight figure types. Try the Kensie short sleeve belted sweater dress for a flattering fall look.

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Curvaceous hourglass Hourglass figures feature a proportional upper and lower body with a thin waistline. Don't hide your curves; show them off in a body-hugging dress. Cinch your middle with a unique belt to emphasize your waist. For your next cocktail party, wear this gorgeous Alice + Olivia one-shoulder peplum dress.