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The Hoard Gazette

The Hoard Gazette blog is devoted to fashion, beauty & grooming. And of course jewellery: designer jewelry, jewelry making, vintage jewelry and restoration techniques. We try to include only practical information and tips which could be used in everyday life and would like to invite you to share your style, experiences, information and tips with us. Write us, we want YOUR INPUT!

Friday, September 28, 2007

Fall/Winter Fashion "In" - Breast Scarf Neckwarmer


A reminder of our obsession with breasts.

Alright I'm kidding.
But remember these? They were a breakthrough neckwarmer scarves, that had air in them,
and keeps you warm effectively. Just a trivia.

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Todd Lynn, UK S/S 08

Some wear I came upon while surfing, that I thought was great.

Designer Todd Lynn from UK.
Reminds me of something ala style of Baylene & Nicholas in Singapore.






















































Pictures from Fashion Wire Daily http://www.fashionwiredaily.com

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Thursday, September 27, 2007

We'll be at this weekend's Singapore River Market - Artshouse

Hello dear friends.
Many thanks for your support & reading through the Gazette!

Hoard will be at this weekend's River Market Bazaar.
We will be situated just outside the Arts House entrance (formerly known as the Old Parliament House), beside Viet Lang, stall 41.

Event: Singapore River Market
Location: Arts House
Time: 10am - 10pm (29 - 30/9 Sat & Sun)









The series of Knotty Baby Toys, crocheted Amigurumi, and many more will be available for adoption at the event. We will also be displaying all other accessories & jewelries there.

Drop by for a chat or a closer look, touch and feel of our craft products.







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Style: Complementing Accessories

Accessories are meant to complement. Shine. Add the oomph of excellence & glamour to your outfit. Be it a drop dead dress you're about to parade at dinner or just the lazy Sunday top & denims you're out with. They add life (brimming or lack of) to the overall look.

I hadn't the time to surf for too many examples, but here's some pics I came by:

Diva stlye.



















Always the epitome of divalicious. J Lo seen here donning a flowy white dress that complements her buxomy figure. She wears striking jewelry that complements her deep v-neck dress. Very dramatic & eye-catching. (Though I wouldnt recommend such long plunging necklace if you weren't a mountain of asset, as it leads the eye to the bosom)
















Jennifer Lopez seen here with simpler touches.
Striking contrasty earrings (to her pink dress) and a big rock ring.

Contrasty colored earrings bring attention to the face, great if you don't want the focus to be on your bod, say if you're on an "off-form day/period"

Glamourlicious puss.




















Catherine, ever the sex-puss. Those lips!

Since shimmer is one of the themes of fall/winter this season, why not don it in a dangerous red?
Catherine seen here with common themed shiny bracelets and sparkling rings.
Neck accessories avoided or kept minimal as the dress is ALREADY shiny and eye-catching.
To clutter more adornments at the scoop-neck would be overt.

Don't overdo unless you wanna be an auntie or a traffic light.
Something like why mini-skirt with heels is avoided, unless you wanna appear.. slutty, which is unprofessional. Well unless its your profession =)

That's it for now, more to come!
PS: Do write to me if you have other contents or ideas & would like to contribute.


Jem

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Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Transparent Skirts Makes Headway (turns head)

They have beaten the world to it again.
And yes, like the super low-slung jeans, its a head-turner.

This time, its the transparent skirt.






















kinky or juz plain disgusting?




























































Auntie with killer skirt

Okie, before you make anymore ravings, we'd like to clarify with you:
These skirts are not transparent. They are PRINTS

Yeah darn well positioned prints, they look soo aligned.
This trend (or do you call it?) was some years ago. Came by it while I was surfing

Talk about exhbitionist streak...

More delicious fashion news soon.
Out.

Jem

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Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Know What Your Ring Size Is?

Well, if you don't know. Here's a quick & easy way.
You could do it for your gfs/bfs thereafter.




** Make sure printer is set to 100%
** Ensure that in printer 'page setup' area, print size is not reduced
** Sizer should measure A to B: 3 1/2 inches long.

  1. Cut out ring sizer
  2. Cut a slit for Slot "A"
  3. With the numbers facing out, wrap the sizer around the finger where the ring will be worn.
  4. Pull the pointed end Tab "B" through Slot "A" until the sizer is snug, making sure to allow size for the knuckle.
  5. The number aligned with Slot "B" is your ring size.
  6. If the measure lands between two numbers your size is a half size Ex: Between 5 and 6 ring size: 5.5. If half sizes are not available, order the next largest size

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Sunday, September 16, 2007

Knotty Babies Crochet Toys... Coming Soon

I've been procrastinating in the release of these.
Apparently, there's really quite alot of work in making these.

And then there's photography, and then there's the resizing of pics, and then the upload, and then the promotion/marketing.. And then... Oh gosh it never ends.........~!@@#$#$$

Just fitting for me and everybody else who loves things with a little twist..... the wicked way!

Knotty Babies..
they're named so becoz:
1) they are crocheted toys (knots)
2) they are so damn naughty....

Introducing

Panda, the Wicked

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Eeeevil Bunny
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And yeah, he has his hangout punks



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Rest of the Family..

There's more to come, other collections. I will be posting them up soon.
Am working to list them online for sale, so stay tuned!

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Chanel Fall/Winter 07/08

I've always been an admirer of the Chanel style.
Classic elegance, except that you probably have to pull it off to wear it.
That's quite hard to come by these days, somehow.

Took a look at their latest releases for the season.
These are my favourites, absolutely chic yet of excellent female form

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Haven't got enough? Certainly.
Pictures from http://www.fashionwiredaily.com

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LookBook is now UP!

This is a gallery of some of our works, beautiful/trendy people and cool styles we happen to trendspot on the streets.

If you would like to contribute to this project, or have your own/friends' pictures featured, feel free to drop us an email

Dawn with our Bling Loops & Juicy Horseshoe Necklace (right).
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Pictures from www.dawnyang.com

LOOKBOOK
The Jordan Stultz Vintage Escutcheon Collection
(more at www.hoardshoponline.com/gallery.htm)



Rose Garden Necklace + Bracelet set


Would be updating more pictures in the Lookbook in time.
Hope it gives you some inspiration on matching these accessories with casual wear.
Enjoy!

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Toilet Paper Wedding Gowns!

No they're not Vera Wang's new F/W collections for the year. They are works of gown designers for the 2006 Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest. Yes TOILET PAPER.

This year's winner:
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Ones I like:
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Last Year's Winner (my fav!)
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Look at the details, crazy isn't it?

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Elegance.

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Left: Looks like this is Bottega Venetta inspired, but woven toilet paper style!
Right: Totally love this flowy simplicity!

Alright, I'll admit, this gives me a new outlook to toilet paper when I use it for my daily bowel needs. =)

Well, maybe when you're having a tight budget for your wedding, you know where to turn to!
Hey, after all, you don't usually wear wedding dresses twice (not usually), so why not use the dough on a better honeymoon? Ha!


All images from http://www.cheap-chic-weddings.com

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Dress to Look 5 Lbs Lighter

1) Wear V-necks, long necklaces, low-slung belts: anything that draws the eye up and down the body. Avoid boatnecks, chokers, tightly cinched belts, and ankle-strap shoes: These create horizontal lines, which make you appear squat. It's similar to the idea that pinstriped pants make you look longer and sailor-striped tops make you look wider.


low-slung belts & pin-striped pants: make you look longer

2) Stick with matte fabrics like cotton and wool. Skip satin and other light-reflecting materials, which enhance your body size.


left: cotton or linen are matte materials that do not reflect much light, making you look slimmer
right:if you're svelte, flaunt it with shimmery silk/satin!


3) Pair flesh-tone heels with all skirts. Heels always make you look slimmer; a pair that matches your skin tone makes legs look like they go on for miles.


light or flesh-toned heels go with all skirts
far right:gold tints that match your skin color are timeless

4) Wear a curvy jacket. A jacket that nips in at the waist creates an hourglass figure without hugging too tightly, says Rubin. Layer over a cami that falls a few inches below it for a lean look.


he slim look: various jacket styles with a shorter cami inside

5) Balance full with fitted. Pairing a flowing top with loose fitting pants only makes you look heavier. Better to match a big top with narrow bottoms or a body-hugging shirt with something roomier down below.


Even vintage wear obeys the convention of balance, with belts in the mid-point, thus emphasiszing the waist. There is a balance between lose, fit then lose, from top to bottom.

Contributor :

Sharon Tupac
All images from www.shopbop.com

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Would you Dare Wear It?

Think you're sexy and oh-too-hot?

Maybe the next generations of sexy jeans is what you're looking for.
Would you wear this?


The Japanese have beaten us to the meaning of low-slung denims.

Called the Bikini-pants Jeans, the pair of denims act both as underwear and jeans. Redefining isn't it? It was designed by a Japanese company SANNA's BRAZIL FASHION and retails for US$80.00.

Some guys think these are hot. (obviously we know why).

Now the problem is... Would you ever wear these?
Yes or no? Let us know. You can find these amazing jeans (or whatever you call it) here

Return us the favour and send us a pic if you do wear these k? We'd love to see it =)

Tell us your views!

Survey Polls - Take Our Poll


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Some say sex appeal is to tease and leave room for imagination. Others just want to flaunt it.
What do you say?

All images from www.sannas-shop.com & www.wayodd.com

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Hello & Welcome

After sometime, we've finally finalized the blog look and system (via blogspot), to allow comments and ease of posting.

Hello & Welcome (again. if this isn't the first time you've checked here)

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