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The article presents a comparison of women clothes from different companies including Lilly Pulitzer, J. Crew Inc. and La Redoute and offers information on their features.

The article presents information on a variety of Espadrilles that can be worn to suit one's requirements and occasion. One can add a splash of color to one's wardrobe with the lightweight rainbow-striped Quel Objet. One can wear them with jeans or chinos and give one's weekend basics a boost. On one's next trip to the shore, one should definitely include the easy-to-pack sandal Old Navy. A cinch to slide on, it is perfect for those late-afternoon walks along the beach. One can also sport the variegated brown linen peep-toe espadrilles Stuart Weitzman with a sundress or Bermuda shorts

The article presents information about various purses. Supple brown leather lines the inside of the Angela Adams wallet, which is covered in a blue-and-citron patterned fabric. The coin pouch is divided, and four card slots and pockets afford plenty of storage space. The Talbots purse is an accordion-style zippered pouch that allows people to store bulky items, such as aspirin, spare keys, or hair clips. Nine slots in this purse keep credit cards, and change in order. The Monsac purse has eight inner storage pockets.

This article presents information about the web sites of various of-the-month clubs. The Craft of the Month Club will deliver various kits, such as soap making, needlepoint, and painting if one provides one's child's age, gender, and special interests. Its web site address is www.childcrafter.com. The Obsession Box Company's Movie Madness Monthly package helps one create a theater vibe at home. Each month, one will receive classic theater candy, popcorn, and a movie gift card. The company's web site address is www.theobsessionboxco.com. Each month, the Film Movement club sends its members a DVD featuring a critically acclaimed movie screened at one of the top film festivals. Its web site address is www.filmmovement.com.

The article presents a comparison of women's shoes including products from Coach, Bergdorf Goodman Inc., Easy Spirit, and Sacco Shoes, and offers information on their pros and cons and prices.

Evaluates several women accessories. Information on the design of the military-inspired jacket; Information on the shape and price of a colorful Burberry London suede handbag; Information on the price of the various accessories.

The article presents information on a stylish and versatile pair of flats, suitable for women. When one comes home from a long day in heels, one cannot wait to slip into something more comfortable. With flats, one can enjoy that relaxed feeling all day long and--as the 15 pairs presented in the article prove--one does not have to sacrifice style. After stepping into hundreds of sneakers, ballet flats, and everything in between, the options were narrowed to five categories, each boasting three great picks.

This article presents information on sleeping attire or pajamas. Real Simple changed into hundreds of pairs of pajamas, looking for styles that were the most flattering, cozy, presentable, or seductive. The lightweight 100 percent woven cotton makes it perfect for the hot— blooded. These heavy cotton pajamas will accommodate fluctuating temperatures. Slip into these luxurious elastic-waist silk pants (less likely to wrinkle than cotton) and the lace-trimmed camisole and you'll always look like a respectable hostess. The pants have an elastic waist and an internal drawstring, and the high-cut neckline and armholes provide full coverage, even for large busts.

This article presents tips related to clothing and dress. If fashion is, as some say, an art form, then it's certainly not the stuff of broad, sweeping movements and haphazard brushstrokes. Real Simple consulted fashion experts to identify common dressing oversights, then came up with quick, easy ways to fix them so that one can walk out of the door looking like a masterpiece. To avoid peekaboo nylons, skip the skimpy stockings altogether or try Hue Toe Covers, which cover only the front half of the foot. With very long pants, tailor may have to cut off a bit of fabric above the hemline and reattach the original hems but the task can usually be achieved by folding a hem up accordion-style and sewing it in place, so the original finished seam is in plain view. INSET: A Fashion Faux Pas That Isn't.

The article presents information on how people can make their job more enjoyable and satisfactory. It suggests to find out the reasons of unhappiness at job, and try to get rid of them. It is suggested that if an employee wants salary increase, he should make a list of his achievements and negotiate with his supervisor. It also discusses how employees can ask for promotion, flexible work hours or a better work environment.

The article offers suggestions on how one can have a balanced family life. It suggests mothers to be not overly observant of their children playing and allow them to play on their own. It informs that parents need not ensure they have a family dinner together always and instead have quality time doing another activity. It suggests taking parenting tips from friends than always referring to parenting books.

The article presents some easy wardrobe fixes which helps solve the problem of bottom line of women. One should look for pants. with medium-size back pockets. Styles with small, large, or no pockets often call attention to a full bottom. Also avoid flap pockets, which add an extra layer of fabric to the rear. Medium-rise pants with a slight flare should be selected as this is less likely to gap at the waist, and a boot-cut leg balances out proportions. One should pick a dress with a full skirt or an A line. One should look for a V-neck, which elongates the torso and calls attention to the upper body, and swap spaghetti straps for wider ones, which accent shoulders and balance out a heavier bottom.

The article presents information on nine web sites in the U.S. that can outfit kids. The California-based retailer website, www.98angel.com sells all the solid-color staples of an active kid's wardrobe--T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, shorts, sweat-pants. The website, www.zappos.com has all types of shoes including Adidas sneakers, Salt Water sandals, or an elusive European brand such as Primigi. The website, www.polo.com offers sport coats and fancy pants for boys, elegant wedding-ready dresses for girls. The website, www.hannaandersson.com offers machine-washable socklike Swedish moccasins with leather soles, which are perfect for babies and aspiring walkers.

The article reports that the black jacket that researchers wore in one's first job interview was, like the interview itself, a bit overwhelming. Whether one was drowning in the jacket's boxy shape or simply lost in shoulder pads more appropriate for a Division I linebacker, one couldn't help feeling a bit uncomfortable in one' own skin— or, in this case, clothing. One is already stocked one's closet with the requisite black dress, black pants, and black pencil skirt, so it's time to invest in a versatile black jacket that will make just as much of an impression. The perfect Jacket, tike this black wool-and-nylon three-button one by R. Scott French, has a fitted body but leaves ample room to layer a sweater underneath on chilly winter days.

This article focuses on various dress combinations one can make with a black cashmere. A good cashmere sweater is resistant to stretching and pilling, gets softer with every wear, and is more affordable than ever. One can liven up the workplace by wearing a colorful patterned button-down shirt underneath black turtleneck. Pair black cashmere turtleneck with a belted tweed jacket and pleated skirt to provide a fun yet formal alternative to the traditional pencil skirt and two-button suit jacket. A good turtleneck sweater should fit through the torso. INSET: The Big Winner.

Cotton, jersey, silk tops are ideal for a night out as your favorite party dress. Put one on and whatever you're wearing, whether it's your favorite pair of blue jeans, tweed trousers, or a satin pencil skirt, suddenly looks sublime. The article presents eight Versatile blouses in a variety of flattering fabrics and colors that instantly elevate your most beloved basics, with or without red lipstick. The sheer lilac blouse, with cap sleeves trimmed in satin and flower-shaped buttons, is a sexy renewal of the safe and slightly ho-hum buttondown.

The article offers brief information on several credit cards for holiday season shopping including the Citi Double Cash card from Citibank, the American Express card from American Express Co. and the Chase Freedom card from Chase Bank.

The article offers tips and ideas on how to be successful in seeking customer service. It suggests to access beyond customer service numbers, to stay cool, and to express appreciation to attentive and courteous representatives. It further suggests to say the magic word Because as it is associated with good reason.

The article offers a review of hotel loyalty programs including the Hyatt Gold Passport from Hyatt Hotels Corp., the Starwood Preferred Guest from Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. and the Marriott Rewards from Marriott International Inc. It is inferred that the programs are recommended for families, luxury and frequent travelers. Issues addressed by ThePointsGuy.com founder Brian Kelly are outlined.

The article focuses on reasons it is difficult for people to follow a budget, and offers suggestions on how one can become financially prudent while not following a budget. Professor Jennifer Lerner says that budgets fail because people are not willing to give up something today for something better in the future. It suggests keeping some money out of reach by making the employer cut and transfer an amount from each paycheck to 401(k) or 403(b) retirement accounts.

This article suggests that one should save time and money by buying garments in bulk. Less isn't more when it comes to the items one wears day after day. A T-shirt solves myriad wardrobe dilemmas, so it pays to have several on deck at all times. Gap Inc.'s cotton Favorite tee is light enough to layer under a hoodie yet substantial enough to partner with a breezy floral skirt. If one is still hanging on to snagged panty hose, it's time to toss them and pick up a half-dozen pairs of the Nude Collection stockings from Donna Karan International Inc.

The article discusses set-backs of traveling cost mentioning the facts and myths associated with cost incurring travel during vacations and provides advice for saving money including booking of air tickets at cheaper rates, complementary services, and benefits of hostel booking.

The article offers the things to consider when giving to charity. One recommendation is giving whatever one can and letting the organization device what to do with the money. The other is giving where one realy care to achieve charity's effectiveness. Another is donating to only one or two charities once a year.

The article offers tips for freezing credit card from being used by others.

The article offers information about the app Larky.

The article reports on a study which determines that homophones in written advertisements are effective marketing strategy which can powerfully influence shoppers and consumer behavior.

The article reports on the results of the study by Jeffrey Larson and colleagues which revealed that stabilizing one's body can prevent overspending as it heightens awareness of the principle of balance.

The article offers three benefits of obtaining renters insurance including reimbursement from fires and break-ins and notes that New York City-based trade body Insurance Information Institute has found that only 35 percent of renters have renters insurance.

The article reports that according to a research conducted by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, peer pressure strongly influences one's meal choice while dining out with friends.

The article discusses pros and cons of mortgage-accelerator program to eliminate one's home debt.

The article focuses on the study published in the "Journal of Consumer Research" which revealed that sentimental attachment to an item on sale increases its price.

The article focuses on purchasing refurbished electronic devices. Whitson Gordon, the editor in chief of website Lifehacker.com, says that these products are cheaper than their new counterparts. However, it says that there is no way to know if the product was returned due to some defects or other reasons. It is suggested not to buy a refurbished version of an item with moving parts, like a laptop. It suggests to buy refurbished items like a tablet which comes in one piece, like a tablet.

The article reports that according to a new study, conducted by Sascha Topolinski and colleagues, published in the "Journal of Consumer Psychology," chewing while watching television or movies make consumers immune to advertising. Topolinski says that commercials aim at familiarizing people with products as brain apparently practices the names while seeing an advertisement, and it encourages people to buy the product. However, chewing doesn't allow mouth to subtly "whisper" the product's name.

The article presents information on some common tax-return related mistakes in the U.S. It suggests to declare all types of income while filing tax returns. Certified public accountant Lisa Greene-Lewis suggests to fill social security number carefully, and check it again before submitting the form. It is also suggested to refer to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) the IRS website to determine one's filing status regarding his/her marital status.

The article discusses the financial pros and cons of bundling several home repairs into one house call.

The article presents tips on how to make the most of the career networking web site Linkedin.com. Topics mentioned include the amount of information to include on an online resume, the use of social network site Facebook as a marketing tool for the self-employed, and statistics on the kind of behavior that is noticed by hiring managers.

The article focuses on the cash back for credit-card holders. According to Ben Woolsey, director of marketing and consumer research at the credit-card comparison site CrediCards.com, card holders can receive cash back through a check, gift card, or credit toward their balance. It says that some rewards-card issuers promise to give card holders a back of percentage of their credit-card purchases each month. Moreover, cards with the most profitable rewards impose an annual charge of $50 to $100.

The article offers the insights of Phoenix, Arizona-based retail consultant Jeff Green, Retail Industry Leaders Association director Garth Gasse, and ConsumerWorld.org founder Edgar Dworsky regarding return policies in the retail industry. Green says that some stores have changed their policies in response to a growing return fraud. Gasse mentions that the survey of the U.S. National Retail Federation (NRF) on refund fraud is bad news not only for businesspeople but also for customer.

The article offers brief information on the SnipSnap application for storing store coupons through the use of Android and Apple mobile operating system (iOS) devices.

The article discusses several tactics used by merchants and retailers to get shoppers overspend on Christmas holiday gifts. Kate Smith, the president of consulting firm Sensational Color, says metallic colors make even simple things seem special and inspire people to overspend. It is stated that retailers evoke impulse purchases by limiting stock for Black Friday and carrying out in-store and online sales which last only a few hours.

The article offers advice from various people who shares their secret of maintaining patience including Charles Courtemanche, assistant professor of economics at Georgia State University, Connie Schultz, a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, and Wade Briggs, a commercial truck driver.

The article offers three strategies for reducing tax-induced stress such as take a tax induced course in tax forms, outsource, and be transparent.

The article presents the insights of several professionals on how make smart decisions. Attorney Frank Partnoy notes the importance of time in getting opportunity to learn from situations that involve decision-making. Mirjam Tuk, assistant professor at Imperial College Business School in London, England, says that drinking a glass of water 45 minutes in advance will make less impulsive decisions. University of Pennsylvania professor Rom Schrift suggests mental effort to make choices easy.

The article offers tips from experts in New York City on how to reject someone nicely. Author Julie Klam reflects that she used to crack a joke when she has to say no with friends. Psychologist Darcy Lockman states that one should not have a guilty feeling in rejecting someone for the fact that it will not ruin his or her life. Furthermore, literary agent Julie Baber mentions that she used to shift the request of someone to much better person if she is not interested with the book idea.

The article reviews the web site diyornot.com, from plumbing experts Gene Hamilton and Katie Hamilton.

The article provides suggestions on selecting finance professionals for personal requirements such as financial planner, accountant, insurance agent, estate planning attorney, mortgage broker and medical billing advocate. On financial planner, the authors suggest fee-only planner with three to four visits a year. On accountants, they suggest using the services of a certified public accountant (CPA). For insurance agents, they prescribe an independent certified insurance counselor (CIC).

The article offers the narratives of six immigrant women who came to the U.S. and eventually became American citizens. It cites the perspectives of Lorrain Lamm from Jamaica, Monika Kochhar from India, and Than Than Aye from Myanmar. It also adds the perspectives of Avishag Mofaz from Israel, Michele Mitrovich from Russia, and Maria Yoplac from Peru.

The article provides an answer to a question of how to remove a hair-spray residue from the walls of a bathroom.