Fashion

Throughout history, hats didn’t only serve a practical purpose (to protect the wearer from sun, from rain, or cold), they were also used as status symbols and even revolutionary emblems. Besides, hats were and are still important fashion accessories. For these reasons, hats have a special status among accessories. Some hats stood the test of time and gained iconic status, which makes them valuable possessions. The fedora hat One of these iconic hats is the fedora hat. Its history starts in the late 19th century and the name comes from the title of a play. This hat was adopted as a symbol by the women’s rights movement. In the 20th century, it became a fashionable accessory for men, largely due to the fact that Edward, Prince of Wales, started wearing it. Throughout its history, it wa...

They may play havoc with our waistlines but cake and cakes are a wonderful treat that we are not likely to give up anytime soon. Here some interesting facts about our tea time treat. If you feel the need to liven yours up then Flavouring Manufacturers Stringer Flavour have a full range that you can use. The earliest 'cakes' were flat compact grain discs, squished and dried together (think rice cakes). Most British citizens wouldn’t only remember this form of cake.  Rather they would know the  sweetened bread in the early eighteenth century: before baking powder cakes were raised with yeast. Image credit Icing used to be applied with a feather on cakes. People used to whisk egg whites with a bundle of twigs or squeeze them through a sponge before the whisk was invented. I...

Whether you are a lover of Superdry Clothes from stockists such as https://www.louisboyd.co.uk/brands/superdry.html or you prefer to spend your days in more formal suits and jackets you have probably become more fashion aware over the years. People around the world are becoming more conscious about the brands and designers that they purchase from and how they dress. But there are probably still some fashion facts that you might not have head of and here are a couple of them. Image credit The button-down collar that was invented by Polo players Button-down collars haven’t always been worn for their stylish looks.  Back in the day, polo players had the daunting job of attempting to hook the mallet of their opposing player while having a face full of a flapping collar that would...

Eating a vegan diet is not only good for the environment – it also has a positive effect on the body. Here are some of the benefits that you will see if you follow a vegan diet… Skin is one of the things that many people who switch to a vegan diet notice the diet has a benefit on. One of the main problems for skin issues is dairy. Acne and eczema are just two skin conditions that can be worsened by dairy products so a vegan diet can obviously help the skin in this way, as well as the additional nutrients that are found in fruits and vegetables which are naturally eaten more in a vegan diet. Image Credit Type 2 diabetes is a disease that left unchecked can be deadly – so you will be pleased to know that a vegan diet is a great way to prevent type 2 diabetes from developing. Bei...

With autumn just around the corner, it's time to think about hanging up those summer shorts and digging out the winter warmers again. Image Credit Mens designer jeans (https://www.ejmenswear.com/shop-clothing/jeans) are a popular and timeless staple piece in any man's wardrobe. Their durability and versatility of jeans makes them one of the most commonly worn garments worldwide. But jeans have evolved hugely over the years, and with so many styles on offer, it can be tricky finding the right pair for your body shape. A good pair of jeans can be a great investment, so it's important to get it right. Here are some tips on nailing the perfect pair of jeans. Loose fit Loose fit jeans do what they say on the tin. They are a wider leg designed to offer more space around the legs,...