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Latest Ranges out of Designer Series 2007-10-17 21:13:00 A preview of new additions here.Vintage escutcheon pieces dating as far back as the 50s.Decadent, sophisticated and one-of-a-kind conversation pieces.Gift ideas? Or something special for yourself this season.We're adding more this coming weeks, so watch out! Read more:Ranges
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We're on SOT magazine 2007-10-05 05:31:00 We're featured on Save Our Trees mag this Oct 07's issue.Check out www.sotmagazine.comSOT is a Singapore online magazine, whose green endeavour is to minimize resources by online publishing. Since we're such net junkies (and probably getting worse), that's just great.
Free Burma 2007-10-04 03:31:00 I normally refrain from dabbling in politics on this blog, but considering the weight of circumstances of events at Burma
, everyone should have an obligation to.One isn't a blogger if they aren't updated with world events such as that & atrocities in Burma.Free Burma Bloggers Campaign- Digg! - Technorati - Facebook - SlashdotPls read the following & support the cause for democracy:http://www.ko-htike.blogspot.com/ (Real updates from within Burma)http://www.irrawaddy.orghttp://www.dvb.no/http://www.remnantsofhumanity.blogspot.com
Todd Lynn, UK S/S 08 2007-09-27 13:23:00 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
We'll be at this weekend's Singapore River Market - Artshouse 2007-09-27 06:25:00 Hello dear friends.Many thanks for your support & reading through the Gazette!Hoard will be at this weekend's RiverMarket
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 MarketLocation: Arts HouseTime: 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.
Style: Complementing Accessories 2007-09-27 05:39:00 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.Cath Read more:Style
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Transparent Skirts Makes Headway (turns head) 2007-09-19 05:21:00 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 skirtOkie, before you make anymore ravings, we'd like to clarify with you:These skirts are not transparent. They are PRINTSYeah 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 surfingTalk about exhbitionist streak...More delicious fashion news soon.Out.Jem Read more:Transparent
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Know What Your Ring Size Is? 2007-09-17 14:30:00 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. Cut out ring sizer Cut a slit for Slot "A" With the numbers facing out, wrap the sizer around the finger where the ring will be worn. Pull the pointed end Tab "B" through Slot "A" until the sizer is snug, making sure to allow size for the knuckle. The number aligned with Slot "B" is your ring size. 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
Knotty Babies Crochet Toys... Coming Soon 2007-09-15 17:58:00 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....IntroducingPanda, the WickedEeeevil BunnyAnd yeah, he has his hangout punksRest 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! Read more:Coming Soon
Chanel Fall/Winter 07/08 2007-09-15 17:45:00 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 formHaven't got enough? Certainly.Pictures from http://www.fashionwiredaily.com
LookBook is now UP! 2007-09-15 17:05:00 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 emailDawn with our Bling Loops & Juicy Horseshoe Necklace (right).Pictures from www.dawnyang.com LOOKBOOKThe Jordan Stultz Vintage Escutcheon Collection(more at www.hoardshoponline.com/gallery.htm)Rose Garden Necklace + Bracelet setWould be updating more pictures in the Lookbook in time.Hope it gives you some inspiration on matching these accessories with casual wear.Enjoy!
Toilet Paper Wedding Gowns! 2007-09-15 16:35:00 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:Ones I like:Last Year's Winner (my fav!)Look at the details, crazy isn't it? Elegance.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 Read more:Toilet Paper
Dress to Look 5 Lbs Lighter 2007-09-15 15:51:00 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 longer2) 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 slimmerright: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 skirtsfar right:gold tints that match your skin color are timeless4) Wear a curvy jacket. A jacket that nips in at
Would you Dare Wear It? 2007-09-15 15:05:00 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) hereReturn 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 PollMore picturesSome 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
Hello & Welcome 2007-09-15 13:40:00 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)
Thank You for Your Support at Fash Bash Dec 15, St James 2007-12-16 20:57:00 Hello Everyone,First of all, we're really sorry for not blogging for awhile.I've been caught up with lotsa work, planning and marketing for Hoard.Know it's a little late...Hanukah's over.It's one week to Christmas...And I'm totally listening to Christmas tunes lately. (www.accuradio.com)Anyway, thank you all for the overwhelming support @ Fash Bash last Saturday.Tiring day it was but satisfying meeting some of you who went down upfront and making new friends =)I guess you could say the place turned St Jame's MARKET that afternoon!We've sold out most of our collection. But we're updating in a few of days' time.Promise promise! Read more:Thank
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Festive occasions, festive parties - Festive Attire? 2007-12-16 21:34:00 Festive Attire
(Semi-formal style)Well, the festive season heralds its occasions & outings.All of which are usually, a joy to attend.Yet, sometimes they also bring with it a fair share of headache.In terms of wear. Attire that is!I recently received an invite to a party with FESTIVE ATTIRE as the dress code.Casual, chic, black tie, formal etc. those I know.But... what the hell is festive attire?Alright, let's break it down and analysis this.1) Firstly, I think a key decision factor is - WHO is the organizer? Is it a for leisure occasion? Work related? Or purely the informal fun-type? Of course, if it involves WORK, and more so, the BOSS, the style has to be some notches more formal, yet not the killer black tie/ cocktail dress formal.2) Festive attire calls for semi-dressy fabrics, such as a silk, satin or velvet skirt/pants worn with a silk/satin/metallic/velvet blouse. Velvet dresses (long or short), if they are not so dressy that they fall into the formal or cocktail categorie Read more:parties
Mac Fafi Makeup Cosmetics 2008-02-29 18:34:00 The rage is on for the new line of MAC cosmetics, Fafi.A fantastic approach to the female-centric psyche and streetstyle chic makeup look.For tips, looks & information to this range-cosmetics-fafi-for-mac-swatches -cosmetics-fafi-for-mac-review Read more:Makeup
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Vintage Style - Designer Ossie Clark 2008-02-28 02:58:00 Yes, the vintage revival storm has swept through us for awhile now, feeling it's aftermath and what's left of the trend-followers (though it is between the seasons & looks now).Vintage
is still in, and will always be.Due to it's wonderful ability in flattering women's silhouette.Romantic flowy chiffon (or something close for a fraction of the price), high waisted dresses, high belts and what not bold prints that hold the attention and lengthen one's form/height.Above: 1970s, Classic silhouette as defined by Clark
for Radley clothing lineBut do we know who to credit this style inventor to?Thanks to a few designers of the era. One of them Ossie Clark.Left: Clark's graduation collection as featured in August 1965 issue of VogueRight: Ossie Clark and McDermott back in R.C.A daysHistory - O Read more:Style
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Hoard - On Facebook 2008-02-21 19:00:00 It's been some time since we're up in Facebook
but anyway I shall still announce this.Join Facebook, and if you're already there, add us! Stop skiving @ work on facebook! Read more:Hoard
Poster - Vintage Timepiece? 2008-02-19 13:03:00 An incidental poster I did last night while working on the new stock of jewelry collection by Pamela Burns.Inspired by timepiece ads with distinct focus and blurs on edges. Pity its in small size.I might do a wallpaper size one later this week, perhaps.Hope you enjoy it. Read more:Vintage
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Movie Props Trivia - Titanic Heart of the Ocean Necklace 2008-02-17 12:08:00 I've been having this urge to start a thread about famous props (for the matter, jewelry) in famous movies.First thing that comes to mind, seems to be 90s tear-jerker classic Titanic
's Heart
of the Ocean
necklace.Above: Not the original but a decent inspired version.Supposedly sunken into the depths of the ocean and unattainable, it has resurfaced in proliferate variations and numbers to suit the lusts of we people, who seek the unattainable.HistoryThe necklace was fashioned from a large blue diamond worn by Louis XVI. Shortly after his execution in 1793, the diamond disappeared and was believed to have been made into the Heart of the Ocean.Source of the original ReplicaSome online sources quote that original first replicas (paradox?) were sold as limited editions by J Peterman, which was Read more:Trivia
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Voltaic's Solar Bag - Charge your Laptop on the go! 2008-02-17 04:21:00 American mobile solar panel accessories specialists, Voltaic has yet again outdone itself with its debut of the Generator laptop range of carrier."The Voltaic Generator is the first solar bag powerful enough to charge a laptop. It uses high efficiency solar cells to generate maximum power in the limited space available. It includes a battery pack custom designed to efficiently store and convert the electricity generated. It can also charge cell phones and most other hand held electronics"I'm excited, but for a hefty price tag of $599USD, I think perhaps you could be quite a couple of spare laptop batteries.But then again, you could be the ultimate king of tech geek with this. And that you'll probably be able to disappear into the Alps or safari retreat and stay connected. Perpetually, wit Read more:Solar
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Poison Kiss - Tests Prove Lead in Brand Lipsticks - Toxic Cosmetics 2008-02-14 14:51:00 According to product tests results, October 11 2007 by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
:More than half of 33 brand‐name lipsticks (61%) contained detectable levels of leadAmong the top brands testing positive for lead were:• L’Oreal Colour Riche “True Red” – 0.65 ppm• L’Oreal Colour Riche “Classic Wine” – 0.58 ppm• Cover Girl Incredifull Lipcolor “Maximum Red” – 0.56 ppm• Christian Dior Addict “Positive Red” – 0.21 ppmHealth HazardsExposure to lead can cause:Learning, language and behavioral problems- lowered IQ, impulsiveness, reduced school performance, increased aggression, seizures and brain damage, anemia, and, after long exposure, damage to the kidneys.miscarriage, reduced fertility in both men and women, hormonal changes, menstrual irregularities Read more:Poison
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Trivia: The Story of Stuff 2008-02-14 13:34:00 Have you ever wondered, what happened to the stuff that you consumed and disposed?Trust the textbooks? No.Had been wondering to what extent is waste disposal and rate of extraction of materials for production. The answers to these are never really shown, or most likely the powers be it will never want you to know.Valentine's over. Time to wake up. Love won't wait, but in the case of a dying Earth, ecology and resources, life won't wait.Watch this story. You'll be surprised and thankful for their apt and concise summary of things you need to know as an Earthling. And especially since we're all victims of a certain cycle, called consumption.The story of stuff Consumption - The Definite Route to DestructionWonder if your cosmetics consist of non-stated toxics? Check 10 basic steps to help Read more:Trivia
Valentine's Day Makeup Tips #2 - Smoky Eye Makeup 2008-02-11 15:22:00 Never passe, smokey eye makeup has been a staple classic for awhile now.But wait a minute, it didn't just come about this decade.HistorySome say that it has been around for ages in what is known as kohl makeup with origins from the Indian culture and far back into the Bronze age.It was already used in the early 90s period.And most probably it made its way into the mainstream having been fueled by cosmetics companies' fat ad budgets in magazine spreads and influencing hot girls (opinion leaders) and stylists altogether.Top: Cindy Crawford in her heydays in the 90s.I wouldn't call it a revival of the past, as I do believe, that sometimes the mainstream does take its time in adopting a trend.Whatever it is, its certainly a good thing (unlike those red skinnies which could have really been don Read more:Makeup
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Valentine's Day - Flirty Date Makeup Tips 2008-02-11 15:17:00 Just for the occasion of Valentine
's Day, thought I'd like to share some very useful tips.I like her makeup tips, very detailed with product introduction.And best of all, she's fine example of effective makeup beautification.Which is what makeup is supposed to be! Read more:Makeup
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