Hip Wear

I really don't know what hip, young people wear these days. When they say hip, I imagine loose, over-sized shirt matched with baggy and low-waist pants with Supra shoes and big caps. Also, include the bling-bling accessories and you have a hip person.

Well, I guessed as much. I just think of the hip-hop artists and I can now put two and two together. I am not sure if this fashion trend among the youngsters will ever go out of mode. This kind of clothing style has been in the scene for more than a decade now and it is still very favored by the younger generation. Could the reason be the comfort of these baggy and loose outfits give to the person or it is a style the young hipster likes to emulate? Whatever the reason is, I don't see it fading from the fashion scene.

The Oprah Store

We all know who Oprah Winfrey, right? She does not require any introduction. She is that famous and influential. I just love what she does to make this planet a better world to live in.

It came as no surprise when I learned that she also carries a retail store. Her store is called The Oprah Store which carries plenty of merchandise like:

• Accessories and Souvenirs
• Women Apparel
• Men Apparel
• Baby Clothing
• Pets
• Home Decor
• African Craft

I liked the little trinkets in her accessories and souvenirs especially the swarovski keychain. I like the simple designs and yet they look very stylish and elegant. They are colorful which makes the simple design stand out. That makes the oprah store keychains great gift ideas.

Another one that I fancy is the logo mugs. I have different mugs at home and having one of her colorful and lively looking ceramic mugs will be a great addition in my collection.

You can browse the store's online site and check the apparel for women, men and infants. The store also carries cute clothing for your adorable pets. The store's stock does not end there. You can also go through the home decor area if you need to spruce up your place or simply give someone a gift.

So, if you feel like driving to Carpenter St. at Chicago, feel free to stop by The Oprah Store and buy your favorite lounge wear, keychains, mugs and other items. Remember too that when you buy an Angel Network apparel, the sales are given to Oprah's Angel Network.

Baby Goes Organic

In this age of global industrialization, a lot of companies and people are opting to go green to help our ailing Mother Earth recover. I have gone where others fear to tread and that is by going green! I am a happy "green person" and I try my level best to suit my activities and uses of products (and even services) which will aid in promoting environmental awareness.

I have cut back on my travels this year to minimize our families carbon footprints. We have switched to green lights and jute bags. I now put my sandwiches on glass containers so it can be washed again and again.

Even some of my families clothing have undergone revamp. I started purchasing clothes which are made of organic materials. We all know that organic materials are almost free of chemical abuse. Next to follow my lead will be my relatives and their kids and my friends as well.

I found this site which caters to Organic Baby Clothes. Their sense of style and whimsical designs are my kind of stuff. I browsed their products and found many Cloth Diapers and Baby Onesies. You can choose from various cute designs and even put text as you wish on the clothes you want. Since most of my friends live in the US and Canada, I think the long sleeves onesies will be the best bet as a gift.