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Mariah Carey to need maternity clothes

Mariah Carey has revealed that she is to need maternity clothes in the near future. The American singer-songwriter, record producer and actress noted on US television programme The Today Show that she is pregnant. Her announcement came after rumours began gathering pace that she was set to have a child. She is starting a family … Read more

Seasonal Chic: Womens Clothes and Shoes for Winter

Without the right wardrobe, the winter months can be a battle: cold and dreary, with hours spent rooting through the closet, struggling to find outfits for Christmas and New Year celebrations. By shopping online at Quiz, the sparkle can be put back into the season, providing you with endless options which are glamorous and practical, with outfits for both day and night.

Fancy dress forms part of Liverpool celebration

Fancy dress recently formed part of an annual celebration held in a north-west city.Liverpool played host to its annual Long Night on November 18th, with a range of activities taking place and some revellers donning fancy dress costumes to get into the spirit.

Fancy dress outfits worn in fundraising bid

A bid to raise money for a non-profit organisation in Wales was recently staged and fancy dress was the theme.Supporters of Friends of Barry Beaches (FoBB) gathered to hold the event and attendees donned their fancy dress outfits for the occasion, the Barry and District News reports.

Setting up shop online: some hints and tips.

The internet has had quite an impact on our lives in the past two decades. For instance, it has revolutionised the way that we communicate with each other, whether it is by email, web cam or social networking. It has also changed the face of entertainment, with albums and films readily available to download or stream straight to your desktop. Last but by no means least the internet is dramatically changing the way we shop.

Watches – the perfect gift for him.

So does that special man in your life like to wear jewellery? Even if he isn’t Mr T and dripping in chains, there is probably one piece he is wearing. Like most other men. It’s beautiful, subtle and useful too. Watches are the one item from the jewellers that any man will wear. Even if he isn’t too fussed about rings, chains and necklaces.

Keep the office tidy by installing lockers…

The workplace is changing and so to the needs of office workers. We lead such busy lives that often things we used to do at home, like have breakfast or get changed for an evening out are now being done at work. Increasingly employees need more facilities at work. Take cycling for example. It’s a great way to get into the office and home again. You can do the right thing by the environment and leave the car at home, plus you can avoid crowded tubes and buses. But it’s no good if you can’t have a shower at work or change out of your cycling gear and store it somewhere.

Corporate gifts – a simple gesture with many benefits…

Are you wondering how to recognise employee loyalty and work that goes above and beyond the call of duty? Maybe you want to thank a supplier who went the extra mile to help you with a tricky order, pulling out all the stops so you weren’t left in the lurch in front of your customers. … Read more

Re-Loved: The Benefits of Used Conservatory Furniture

The culture of pre-loved things is big business. London’s vintage stores, once the bargain bins of fashion, often outrank the high street in their prices. The same cannot be said for furniture – thankfully! Whilst antique Chesterfields and Chippendales aren’t within the price range of the average consumer, the amount of decent, well-made, second-hand furniture around makes furnishing a home with a little pre-loved nostalgia an attractive alternative to self-assembled flat-packed tedium.

Celebrity baby blankets and clothes donated to charity

Baby blankets, baby clothes and other items have been donated by some of the best known celebrities in the UK to charity.As part of Breast Cancer Awareness month, celebrities have been donating baby blankets, clothes and other material items to be used in a project that will help raise funds for the charity.

Baby blankets and staff to the rescue!

A woman who went into labour while in a supermarket was helped by workers who came to her aid after her waters broke.Fortunately the staff were able to wrap the new arrival in baby blankets and baby clothes until the ambulance crew arrived a short while after. Armed with gifts such as baby clothes and flowers, the shocked mother was then taken to hospital.

Baby gifts retailer has new website

A baby gifts retailer that specialises in selling products such as baby hamper presents has just launched a new website.American company, Swanky Blooms now has a new website, which has been designed to help customers looking for baby gifts and hampers.

Baby gifts sales set to rise?

Sales of baby gifts such as clothing and hampers may well start to rise over the next few months.More new born baby gifts could fly off the shelves as NHS staff and doctors have predicted more births than usual for this time of the year. And proud friends and family will be buying more baby gifts to give to new parents.

Nursery decor should ‘flow with the rest of the home’

One of the tasks of soon-to-be parents is to make sure they have an area for their tot to sleep in.Not only should this space be highly practical, but is also helps if it looks good, it has been suggested.Writing on ShelterPop, Sara Brown claimed that nursery decor should fit in with the rest of the property.

Snow globes ‘are popular at this time of year’

Getting baby gifts that are charming and original can be tough but one popular option at this time of year is snow globes, it has been claimed.
Writing on Promotional Merchandise, editor Carole Bull said that reports from her colleagues indicate that such items are among the most sought after by users of the site.

Sofas That Relax the Mind

When choosing the perfect sofa, it is extremely important to find one that your body will find totally comfortable, allowing it to relax totally, whilst still getting the right support. However, for those who really want to relax, is it not also important to consider which sofa will soothe your mind the most too?

Why not shop together for diamond rings.

Some things are just timeless. When it comes to jewellery, nothing quite says I love you like diamond rings. Diamonds are so classic, a beautiful gesture of love and commitment. If you are going to make a gesture like this, for an engagement for example, you want to get it right. After all, high quality jewellery this like doesn’t come cheap, so where do you start?

Watches – the perfect gift for him.

Forget the high street – shop for diamond jewellery online..

When it comes to diamond jewellery, you might assume that in order to find the right ring, ear rings or whatever piece you are after that you have to trudge the high street for hours and hours to find the perfect item.

Well you’re wrong. That’s all changed. Now you can shop online. Yes, even for diamond rings.

Shop safely and securely for that special gift online…

Are you looking for a special gift for a loved one. Someone really special. You want to show them how much you care by getting them something really special. You want something memorable, something that will last and something that will remind them of you.

You can buy anything online – even diamond rings..

When you think about the most iconic piece of jewellery, it has to be diamond rings. Nothing else comes close. For most of us, it represents the biggest and most emotionally significant and heartfelt purchase of our lives. Nothing else quite says I love you in the same way. Whether it’s an engagement ring or a wedding band, show me a woman who doesn’t think of diamonds straight off.

Working from a garden studio ‘can be beneficial’

These days an increasing number of people are performing their professional roles from home. Not only does this mean that they are able to avoid the twice-daily commute to the office, but it can also help them be more productive and achieve a better work-life balance.

Teak Garden Furniture Sets

Teak garden furniture sets are not only aesthetically appealing; they are also a practical addition to any outdoor space, the best choice of material for those wanting maximum use and enjoyment out of their garden furniture. There are a variety of options available to help you enjoy the warm weather when it arrives, but most of these options have impracticalities which make them more of a nuisance: plastic is not very strong, and blows over all too easily, creating a racket as it slides across the patio because you have forgotten to put it away.

Beautiful Teak Garden Furniture

Garden furniture sets make a beautiful addition to a home, enabling you to make the most of the good weather when it arrives, but the impracticalities of some styles of garden furniture can make it more of a hindrance than a pleasure to own: plastic furniture is not very durable, and can blow over easily, creating a real racket. Metal furniture is very sensitive to temperature – too cold to sit on in low temperatures and too hot on hot days – and it also rusts over time.

Stay Comfortable with Maternity Clothes

Pregnancy is a time of huge adjustment; not least for the fact that any expectant mum’s body will be changing rapidly. The much-loved baby bump will be there for all to see, but that means that regular clothes won’t always cut it. They can be tight, uncomfortable and certainly won’t be the ideal way to show bump at its best, and that’s why it’s always preferable to go for specially made maternity clothes.