LEADOKO Women's Summer Gypsy Baggy Tunic Not As Described--A Review

Online Clothing Ads Can Be Deceiving

You know the feeling. You see something online that looks perfect. You look at the specifications or sizes and it looks like a perfect match, so you order it. You can't wait to see your new purchase! A few days later it arrives... and it bears little resemblance to what you ordered. The quality is poor. The size is way off. And it may not look like the picture did online. This was all the case when I ordered the LEADOKO Women's Summer Gypsy Baggy Tunic Tops Shirt Long Sleeve Blouse on Walmart.com. What a huge disappointment and waste of money.

Why do companies in Asia think they can say items fit a certain shoulder, bust, waist and sleeve size and then send sub-par garments that are way to small? I don't know, but if you read the reviews, this is a common problem when ordering clothing online.

You can read about my disappointing experience buying a medium-sized summer blouse at:

LEADOKO Women's Summer Gypsy Baggy Tunic Not As Described--A Review

Sitara Collections Handmade Jewelry Made with Gemstones, Silk, More---A Review

Sitara Collections may not be a household name, but that may be about to change. The collection features handmade gemstone jewelry in attractive, versatile designs. 

Celtic Knot Earrings

With St. Patrick's Day fast approaching, I ordered a pair of  Sitara's gold Celtic Knot earrings. These Celtic Flower Knot Earrings will make a great accent to any outfit, but will be especially fetching for St. Paddy's Day. They are also appropriate for everyday wear or going to the Ren fair. 

These gorgeous earrings are made from gold-plated, nickel-free brass and are an interesting mashup of Indian and Celtic design. I have issues with nickel and with heavy earrings, but I found these to be lighter than they look and was pleased to discover they truly are nickel free for my sensitive ears. 

The only thing I took issue with was the curve of the ear wire which curved outward. I easily reshaped it into a more gentle, straighter curve which I prefer. In the photo, the earring on the left has the outward curve to the wire, while the earring on the right has been straightened.

With a simple yet elegant design, these gold earrings are sure to suit any attire, day or night, and they are sure to be a hit for Saint Patrick's Day.

CELTIC KNOT EARRINGS DETAILS:

• Dimensions: 1.9 inches L x 1 inch W
• Closure: French Ear Wires
• Handmade
• Metal: Nickel-free brass base with gold overlay
• Both pairs of earrings come with plastic earring backs to keep the earrings secure.

Sanchali Silk Thread Hoops

In addition to the lovely Celtic design, I took advantage of an offer to get a free pair of Sanchali silk earrings. With a dramatic, multi-hued design and oversized shape, these striking earrings are the only finishing touches you will need for any outfit.

SANCHALI SILK EARRINGS DETAILS:

• Materials: Silk Thread, Metal
• Metal: Brass
• Dimensions: 2.5 inches lng x 1.75 inches wide
• Closure: French ear wires
• Handmade

Sitara Collections customer service was great and delivery was super fast. Both pairs of earrings and many other beautiful styles are available at: https://SitaraCollections.com. Part of the proceeds benefit a school in India.

Sitara Collection Review: I give the Sitara Collection 5 stars for the Celtic Knot Earrings for being nickel free, attractive, and light weight. *****

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Ice Carrats Freshwater Cultured Black Pearl Bracelet--a Review

 

For Christmas 2020, we decided to give cultured pearls as gifts. My husband gave his mother a beautiful strand of black pearls several years ago, so we thought it would be nice to follow that up with a matching black freshwater cultured pearl bracelet this year. Since she lives in a different state, we turned to Amazon.

We found what looked like the perfect bracelet from Ice Carrats for $31. Then we found a set of five genuine freshwater cultured pearl bracelets in various shades for much less-- around $11. The set included a black pearl bracelet which would match my own necklace of black pearls. 

When the bracelets arrived, I was surprised to find noticeable scratches on 2 or 3 of the pearls on the Ice Carrats bracelet. Since we barely had time to ship in time for Christmas, I didn't suggest we try a return. The cheaper black pearl bracelet was beautiful. 

Sometimes a higher-priced item is not worth the money. This was the case with the Ice Carrats bracelet.

Ice Carrats Freshwater Cultured Black Pearl Bracelet Review

I give the Ice Carrats freshwater cultured pearl bracelet 3 out of 5 stars. It was a pretty bracelet if you didn't notice the flaws, but it was expensive for the value.

I give the generic set of 5 freshwater cultured pearl bracelets 5 stars for attractive bracelets with a nice finish at a great price. 

Ice Carrats Freshwater Cultured Black Pearl Bracelet ***

Generic Freshwater Cultured Pearls Set of 5 Bracelets *****

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Skechers Shindigs Women's Boots--a Review

 

Skechers has once again delivered an excellent product. Regular readers of this blog will know I enjoy hiking for recreation and fitness, so when it was time for a new pair of hiking boots, I thought of Skechers. This time instead of ordering from Skechers website directly, these boots came from Amazon. Amazon has a good selection of Skechers Shindigs women's boots at reasonable prices. I was not disappointed.

The chocolate leather Shindigs boots I ordered are lightweight, comfortable and sturdy. Mine go above the ankles for extra support when hiking the trails or walking the dog. The chocolate brown color is great with just about anything. 

The Skechers Shindig line comes with classic rubber-traction outer sole design and a comfy air-cooled memory foam insole. The boots come in shoe-boot height as well as above the ankle like mine and are available in both leather and suede.

Skechers Shindigs Women's Boots Review

It's little wonder that the boots score a 5 out of 5 stars on the Skechers site. That's exactly what I rate them. Five stars for an attractive leather boot that is lightweight, sturdy and comfortable at a decent price. 

Skechers Shindigs Women's Boots *****

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Skechers Beverlee Delighted with Luxe Foam--Fashion Review

Skechers Beverlee Delighted with Luxe Foam Sandals in Multi 

Readers of this blog know I am a fan of Skechers. However, I have finally found a pair that's not perfect. 

I avoided sandals with things, because they are said to be a cause of hammer toe. I went with cute, multi-color fabric straps and a low wedge heel, so I could wear them for light walking like errands, shopping or lunch with the girls.

Unfortunately, these shoes were slightly large and my toes slid out the front. Not only did this detract from the look, but it's hard to walk comfortably when your shoes are too big.

You can't get up and move easily to do even light walking if your shoes don't fit.

Fin out how I was able to fix them and make them even more comfortable than before!

Read my review here: Skechers Beverlee Delighted with Luxe Foam, Cute but a Little Big--a Review

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Your Feet Will Love Skechers 3 Pack Sport Mesh No Show Liner Socks

For Foot Odor and Comfortable Fit, Try Skechers 3 Pack Sport Mesh No Show Liner Socks

Skechers Relaxed Fit shoes can hardly be beat for comfortable walking, but the memory foam that gives them such great support also leaves them with some odor if socks aren't worn. Since the shoes fit so well, only the thinnest of footie sock liners will work. That's why I invested in Skechers 3 Pack Sport Mesh No Show Liner Socks. 

These Skechers footies also saved the day when I purchased some cheap Noracora Shoes where the seams rubbed my feat and the unattached inner soles came out every time I took the shoes off. Normal socks and footies would not fit but these Skechers no show mesh liners were the perfect way to fix the problem. Since they live up to their name and don't show (and they also don't slip or bunch up), they are a fashionable fix to my foot wear woes.

I love just about everything about the Skechers relaxed fit shoes, but I have to say, these Skechers liners made them even more comfortable-- to the point they almost feel slightly loose on my feet. They definitely solved my issues with the cheap Noracora shoes. $10 for three pair is not bad for socks that don't slip, slide or bunch. Give them a try!

Read my review at: Skechers Footie Socks Are Cute, Comfortable & Practical: A Review

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Repairing the Inner Soles of Cheap Noracora Shoes

Recently I made the mistake of buying Noracora Shoes. Not only did I receive one pair that was around three sizes too small, but the pair that did fit had inner soles that popped out every time I took the shoes off. 

In case you wondered, it is really annoying to have your shoes' inner soles pop out every time you remove your shoes. Luckily, I came up with two good solutions to fix this problem.

The first fix is to simply wear super thin footy socks. The shoes are too tight to wear normal socks, but thin sock liners prevent my feet from sticking to the soles of these poorly made shoes. I ordered some socks from Skechers that work perfectly. With socks, the shoes don't rub my feet as badly, as well.

The second repair is to use double sided take to attach the inner soles to the shoes, as should have been done by the manufacturer. Actually, the manufacturer should have done even better than double sided tape, but be that as it may, the tape repair worked fine for me. I can wear my shoes both with socks and without socks and they work fine now.

Read my review of the sock liners at: Skechers Footie Socks Are Cute, Comfortable & Practical: A Review

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Noracora Shoes: Don't Waste Your Time & Money-- a Review

Noracora Shoes Not Worth the Time & Money

 A few months ago, I saw an ad for some Noracora shoes, the Women's Green Slide Hollow-Out Round Toe Casual Pu Sneakers Flats, to be exact, and I made the mistake of ordering them. To start the long list of problems with the Noracora casual sneakers, the insoles are not attached to the shoes, so they come out every time I take the shoes off. Every.Time. But that's just the beginning of my list of problems with Noracora shoes. 

The shoes are not comfortable, the seams rub my feet painfully, the tongue comes up too high and won't stay centered, and the Noracora website defaulted to the smallest size on another pair of flats when I placed my order. And don't get my started on their website review process and customer service.

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Solar Gloves to Protect Your Hands & Arms for Summer

Solar Gloves Are an Optional Way to Protect Your Skin in the Summer

Summer is hard on your skin, and that's a fact. Photoaging causes most of the signs of aging to our skin. Dermatologists recommend liberal and regular application of sunscreen during the summer and early fall months to protect your skin from sun damage if you can't stay in the shade. 

Protective Clothing Is a Good Substitute for Sunscreen

However, if you can't stay indoors or under a tree and you don't want to keep up with sunscreen, protective clothing is another option to maintaining healthy skin. Hats, visors, long-sleeve shirts and long pants can protect your skin and so can solar gloves. 

Solar gloves come in many styles, fabrics and colors and provide various degrees of protection for the arms and hands. If you are wearing a t-shirt, long solar gloves will pull up all the way to the sleeve to protect the entire arm. So whether you are working in your garden or working out with a jog or a long hike, solar gloves are one way to keep your hands and arms out of the sun.

Read my review of solar gloves here:

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Women's Skechers Relaxed Fit Reggae Fest Wicker Slip-On Sneakers Review

Summer is the season of outdoor activities: walking, hiking, running to the store, shopping malls, athletic events, festivals and hanging out with friends, If you want your feet to be able to handle a lot of walking in style, these Women's Skecher Relaxed Fit Reggae Fest Wicker Slip-On Sneakers can't be beat for comfort and fashion! 

These stylish shoes are great for 30-somethings and baby boomers alike. I liked them so well, I just purchased a second pair of these comfy shoes in taupe.

Did you know?

The average American walks 3,000 to 4,000 steps a day, or roughly 1.5 to 2 miles.

That's not enough to keep your body healthy and to fight obesity. You can work up toward the recommended goal of 10,000 steps a day by walking more wearing these cute and comfortable shoes.

Remember, if you are walking outdoors, don't forget the sunscreen!

Read my review of these Women's Skechers at the link below:

Women's Skechers Relaxed Fit Reggae Fest Wicker Slip-On Sneakers Review:   The Perfect Shoes for Summer The Skechers Women's Relaxed Fit Reggae Fest Wicker Slip-On Sneakers are the perfect shoes for summer! I hardly ever give a product 5 stars....

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Actress Candace Cameron Bure's New Book on Style

ACTRESS, PRODUCER AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR CANDACE CAMERON BURE SHOWS WOMEN OF ALL AGES AND WALKS OF LIFE HOW TO ACHIEVE BEAUTIFUL STYLE AND CONFIDENT LIVING WITH NEW BOOK

“STAYING STYLISH – CULTIVATING A CONFIDENT LOOK,

STYLE AND ATTITUDE”

Lifestyle Title from “Fuller House” Actress Releases November 7, 2017 Through Zondervan

Actress, producer and New York Times bestselling author Candace Cameron Bure will release her new lifestyle book, “Staying Stylish: Cultivating a Confident Look, Style, and Attitude” (Zondervan) that teaches women of all ages how they too can live fully and beautifully despite the pressures of everyday life. The hardcover and e-book editions will be available via web and in stores nationwide on November 7, 2017 and are available now for pre-order

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