Sunday, 7. February 2010
When looking for Men?s slip-ons you have to think about several factors before you buy. If you get the time to shop around, you could discover a lot more than just the standard types.
Men’s slippers have become increasingly popular over the past few years and more and more different styles of slipper brands appear in the shops everyday. These branded slippers can be quite affordable, depending on which brands you are looking at, and what styles are you after.
Slippers are not just made for home use anymore. You will be surprised to find men’s slippers for every purpose, including house, bathroom and also outdoor use. Different materials and fabrics like wool and rubber are used in a slipper’s construction, depending on function.
If you’re buying the slippers as a gift, you have to take into account how they’ll be utilized. Once you know whereabouts the individual will use the slippers and the way they like to use them, you will be able to determine which type is most appropriate for you to get.
Once you find out how the guy will wear the slippers, you need to think about the different types of textures or fabrics he will prefer. You may pick between men?s vinyl leather, moccasins, and cotton slippers, just to mention a few. Read more... (441 words)
Posted in Shoes by Amy Schelling -
Wednesday, 17. June 2009
by Kylie Mayhew
When it comes to jewelry, titanium is usually not the first thing that comes to mind. But it’s big, especially among men. It’s actually one of the fastest growing jewelry industries today.
Titanium, sometimes called the space age metal, is a strong, lightweight and corrosion-resistant material. It’s used in a variety of applications, from industrial and aeronautical equipment to medical and consumer applications. By weight, it’s one of the world’s strongest readily available metals, stronger than aluminum and 45% lighter than steel.
Why use titanium as jewelry? Well, as it turns out, titanium possesses many properties that make it a great material for jewelry. It’s virtually indestructible, making it perfect for everyday use, it’s hypoallergenic, light-weight and last but not least, much more affordable than gold or platinum. So the question is – why not use titanium for jewelry?
As one of the strongest natural metals found on earth, titanium symbolizes strength, power, endurance, boldness and beauty. It’s no wonder why it’s so popular with men.
Titanium is also a good choice for couples who are willing to try something a out of the ordinary. If you want something special for your wedding, why not titanium wedding rings. They are beautiful, trendy, and available for both men and women. Read more... (353 words)
Posted in Jewellery by Alex Saffo -
Monday, 15. June 2009
by Kylie Mayhew
While the first word association to titanium is probably not jewelry, it seems that it is the new hot thing, especially among men. It is the new rising star of jewelry industry, slowly replacing gold and sliver.
What is titanium? Strictly scientifically, titanium is a chemical element with the symbol Ti, atomic number 22 and atomic mass 47.90 amu. It’s one of the strongest readily available metals, as strong as steel, but 45% lighter. Commercially it’s used anywhere where strength and weight are an issue – aerospace applications, automobiles, bicycle frames, etc. It’s also used for medical purposes (surgical instruments, prosthetics) and jewelry.
In many ways titanium is also a great material for jewelry. It’s 100% hypoallergenic, which means it won’t make your skin discolor or become irritated, it’s rust-resistant, strong, lightweight, durable, and very importantly, much less expensive than gold, silver or platinum.
Titanium represents strength and masculinity, it is after all the strongest natural metal in the world. It’s a combination of beauty, strength and durability, which is probably why men like it so much. Read more... (348 words)
Posted in Jewellery by Kylie Mayhew -
