Are you considering quitting smoking? If so, you may have heard about electronic cigarettes and vaping. Vaping is the act of puffing on an e cig, and it is considered far safer than smoking traditional tobacco cigarettes. However, many smokers who switch to e cigs may be unsure how these devices work and what their options are. Here are a few things that those who are new to vapor cigarettes need to know about the components of these devices: The Parts of the Vapor Cigarette Electronic cigarettes, when they first became popular, were made of three different parts: the battery,…

For many people, the thought of camouflage invokes images of battle-dressed troops covered from head to toe in camouflaged gear, or of outdoorsmen stalking prey. However, camouflage has taken the fashion and retail industries over by storm. Camouflage has become the new “black” in a sense, and it’s become all too commonplace to see fashionistas sporting a little camo dress instead of a black one. Camouflage — derived from the French word camoufler — uses the elements of color and pattern to achieve crypsis, the state of naturally blending into existing surroundings. Ironically, trendy metropolitan “hipters” and self-proclaimed “hillbillies” are…

It’s ironic that camouflage -the complex pattern so often used by military forces and hunters- was designed with intention of blending in, yet fashionistas are now using it as a means of standing out amongst the crowd. Camouflage clothing, along with other military-inspired looks, have taken the fashion world over by storm and knows no boundaries. From hip hop and RandB artists, to self-proclaimed “hillbillies” and “rednecks”, everyone’s donning camouflage clothes and it’s easy to see why. In honor of October being National Breast Cancer Awareness month, many men and women are wearing pink camouflage shirts or sporting pink camo…

Engagement season is year-round. Some hopeful future fiancés will be looking at certified diamond dealers and working with a jewelry designer to create a custom ring as a centerpiece of their proposal. Others may have discussed the engagement ring with their betrothed and may be investigating what, besides price, is the crystal and diamond difference. Many are just bewildered and wondering if the old three months salary rule for diamonds still holds true. Many will start their search with vintage jewelry shops and local jewelers without realizing they can search for the best quality diamonds online. By doing their research…

Started in 2000, Pandora bracelets, with their patented threading system, are upholding the history of charms. Pandora charm bracelets give wearers the opportunity to customize jewelry. They are able to show off their personality and individuality. Customers build a Pandora bracelet for many reasons, but they carry on the history of charms. The Early Days Charms began to appear from six hundred to four hundred B.C. Civilizations including the Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians, and Hittites wore charms. In some cultures charms were thought to bring good luck or ward off evil spirits. Whatever the reason for charms, these early wearers started…

Picture an engagement ring in your mind. It’s probably a nice, shiny gold ring with a big round diamond on top, right? That kind of ring is definitely the most popular style that couples choose when getting engaged, but the classic diamond and gold engagement rings may be going out of style sooner rather than later. So what will become the most popular style? Who knows! Over a quarter of all couples are choosing to personalize their wedding bands and/or engagement rings in order to make them a bit more unique, and there’s no reason to think that this trend…

The end of summer is upon us, which can only mean one thing. The holiday shopping season is coming. Stores have already started to roll out the Halloween candy and by the end of September we’ll be walking in a winter wonderland in retail stores long before the snow starts to fly. Shopping for Christmas gifts or holiday decor can be both stressful and fun, but the key to reducing the first and increasing the latter is to start shopping early. Here’s why: Beat the crowds Holiday shopping is notoriously crowded and can even get dangerous. There are a number…

Shopping is one of the most popular activities in America. It has been estimated that shopping centers make up an about 9.3% of the nation’s workforce as a whole. That’s a lot of people! As most of us know, one of the most popular things to shop for is clothing. Research shows that jeans, t-shirts, and women’s tops are the best selling retail items nationwide. Shopping for clothes is the way all of us are able to personalize our style, express ourselves, and try on new looks to fit our ever changing tastes. While nearly everyone of all genders goes…