Archive for May, 2007

Rajasthan Travel

Tuesday, May 29th, 2007

FAIR AND LOVELY!

Come November and Rajasthan becomes the cynosure of all eyes. Why? Because along with Kartik Purnima comes the much awaited Pushkar fair. Over the years, Pushkar Mela, as it is popularly known, has been one of the major trumps in the hands of Rajasthan tourism because in its varied moods it manages to bring the ancient customs of Rajasthan to the fore; mixed with a lot of mysticism, adventure and fun. A perfect formula guaranteed to be a crowd puller. Let’s explore the Pushkar magic a little further.

200,000 people-no, it’s not the population statistic of a large city, but that of the approximate number of people who visit the fair. Not to forget the 50,000 cattle that they bring along. The fair is of great importance to the locals because this is the one chance they get to relive the glory days when a great deal was spent on cattle embellishments. Today the fair gives them a chance by organizing cattle beauty contests where the camels and other cattle preen and pose pretty. Also, a lot of cattle accessories are sold-all in precious silver.

Its not just fun and games at Pushkar because these people take even their sports seriously. The famed camel races of Pushkar are legendary and people come from far and wide to witness them. Also, cattle trading takes place in a big way in this fair.

A comprehensive experience of Rajasthani art, the fair has numerous dances and folk items which regale the spellbound spectators. Music like that created by the Bhil and Langda minstrels is legendary and a definite not-to-miss event. Beautiful materials with rajasthani handwork are also available. Women will get a full country feel with henna and tattoo artists all over the place.

Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Bridal Jewelry

Monday, May 28th, 2007

Tis the season…wedding season, that is. Brides the world over are gearing up for the most important day in their lives, and, naturally, want to ensure that everything goes according to plan. One of the most overlooked parts of wedding day planning is bridal jewelry. To that end, here are some tips to help you choose the perfect pieces, from coordinating with your dress to choosing something for your bridesmaids.

Does my wedding jewelry need to coordinate with my dress?
Yes. Just as you’d choose a veil or tiara to complement your hairstyle, bracelets, earrings and necklaces should be chosen to complement your dress. A single strand pearl bracelet or multiple-strand pearl bracelet looks best when paired with short sleeves or sleeveless dresses so they don’t compete for attention with the dress. A dress with a high neckline looks best with a collar, choker or princess length necklace. A low neckline will accommodate many choices from a choker to a very long strand, called a “rope.” Try several lengths to see how they complement your dress, and keep in mind that if you have too much skin between the necklace and the neckline you might be better off with a longer strand. If you’re tempted to choose a very long strand, be aware that it might get in the way during the reception—you don’t want to smear your pearls with icing when you lean over to cut your cake! A pearl necklace should be shorter or longer than the neckline of your dress; pearls that touch the neckline will compete with the dress. When choosing pearl jewelry, consider, too, the complexity of the dress. A simple, elegant dress can look terrific with a classic single strand or a substantial, eye-catching piece. An intricately-beaded dress will generally look better when the jewelry stays simple and doesn’t compete. As far as color goes, classic creamy white pearls complement most skin tones, although some brides’ skin tones are best flattered with pearls with rosy overtones. Whether you want classic pearls or something a bit funkier, try several different looks with your dress. If you take your time and find a look that works for you, you’ll be enjoying your pearls long after the honeymoon is over.

Is there such a thing as too much wedding day bling?

Yes! You want your bridal jewelry to enhance your look, not overpower it. The most important consideration is that people notice you on your big day more than your jewelry or dress. Everything in your wedding ensemble should work harmoniously. That said, you can choose one standout piece of jewelry, just make sure it’s not so outrageous that it’s distracting. And keep the rest of your look simple. For example, if you choose chandelier earrings, skip the necklace. If you choose a dramatic necklace, leave your wrists bare. If you want to wear a necklace, bracelet and earrings, choose something less flashy and make sure they work together—buying a pearl jewelry set ensures that you’re getting bridal jewelry that works well together. Remember, bridal jewelry should accent you, not overpower you.

20 Tips to Dress for Success

Monday, May 28th, 2007

Do you possess the look of a professional? Do you look incredibly smart? Are you confident enough to take charge and get the job that you applying for?

Consider the fact that your resume is quite impressive and the employer can’t resist to have the audacity to ask you to come for an interview. But after the all the preparations, your final problem will surely comes up right after you realize and ask yourself ” what should I wear?” These things are actually important for the job hunters, people tend to have a systemic problem nowadays regarding what they should wear on a job interview. Honestly I’m wired toward automatically seeing the person in these kind of situations because I also had the same experienced when I was hunting for a right job. However many take these for granted, with the eloquence of having an “impressive resume” they forgot that applicants will not only be examined based on the job experience and personality but also with how they present themselves professionally.

Here are the top 20 tips in dressing for an interview

1.Research if the company or your potential employer have a specific dress code.

2.If your planning to buy new clothes, get good advice from sales persons.

3.Have the clothes altered to fit and accent your features.

4.Select an outfit that you have worn before and are comfortable wearing.

5.Your hair should be clean and neat.

6.Do not wear a strong perfume or cologne, scent must be low key or absent.

7.Cover any tattoo and limit pierced jewelry to ears only.

8. For men – Wear a suit or sports jacket that is color coordinated with your trousers.

Tattoo, branding and piercing policy

Sunday, May 27th, 2007

Our current policy on tattoos, branding, piercing, and other forms of body art has not changed appreciably over the past thirty years. Our standards date back to a time when tattooing was restricted to a very small portion of society, branding was almost unheard of, and piercing was limited to earlobes. Consequently, there was little practical need to spell out, in great detail, the “dos” and “don’ts” of body art. Clearly, times have changed. Tattooing has exploded in popularity and now touches all segments of our society. While branding remains far less popular, it is common in some social circles. As for piercing, one only needs to walk through the shopping mall or along the beach to see how much things have changed over the course of the last decade or so. These trends have gradually eased their way into our military workforce. However, given our role as a military service and as a federal law enforcement agency along with our level of daily contact with the general public, we cannot allow ourselves to be guided solely by social trends and fashion.

5 Tips for Developing Good Blog Topics

Sunday, May 27th, 2007

Blogs often fail because their owners run out of topics to write about, and in a fit of frustration and writer`s block, they give up. People have trouble coming up with ideas oftentimes, and that`s okay. It doesn`t say anything bad about your ability as a blogger. It just means that you need to come up with a new method of developing ideas.