When you start your search for you’re Wedding Tuxedos or Suits, do this months ahead.  It is important to give yourself enough time to see what is available and not be pressured into making a quick decision.  There is nothing Free, directly or indirectly, it is all figured in the price.  There is a lot of overpromising and under-delivery and you don’t want the surprise of your life 4:00 pm on the Friday before the Wedding.

Get on different Social Media and start reading reviews what experiences Weddings had with the particular Vendor you are considering.  It will give you a clear indication of what you can expect.  Sometimes the bigger the organization doesn’t mean you will have a seamless experience.  See what Tux Rental and Clothing Stores are in your community that sell or rent Tuxedos and Suits.  Visit as many stores as you can, you will discover there are differences.  You get married once, have enough good information to make the right selection for you’re Wedding.

Whether you are buying or renting, you want to make sure what you are choosing the best quality, merchandise is current and most important the garments are properly fit.  This means each member of you’re Wedding Party will need to try on all items you select.  This cannot be done in a minute or by tape line alone.  Proper fitting is everything! It is how everyone is going to look for you’re Wedding and Pictures.

Box Stores and Formal Wear Chains push Weddings hard with a lot of marketing.  It is important not to get caught up in the hype.  For the Bride and Groom, it is to figure out what is important to you.  Do you want to rent Tuxedos or Suits? Suits may not cost much more than a rental to buy and can be used beyond the Wedding.

Plan your Budget for you’re Wedding Party.  Develop questions well ahead of store visits.  Base your questions on reviews you read.  Interview each store you visit.  Make sure you are comfortable with the answers you get and pose the worst case scenarios.  What surprises?  Make sure there is no bait and switch.  Once everything is agreed upon, go with what you feel the most comfortable.  A Wedding should never be treated as though it is another rental, this is your Wedding!

With the warm weather almost here and start planning out warm weather apparel, do know of the new technologies woven in many of the fabrics.  Most Outdoor Clothing is high performance and feature some of the following: easy care, quick dry, anti-odor, wick whisking and uv protected.  Travel Clothing is mostly pack-n-go, holds its shape and some of the fabrics will have Insect Shield, which protects against insects.  The protection is woven right into the fabric and will be good for about 75 washings.

Do not forget about protecting the Head.  Hats are breathable, brims are wide  and angled to protect the face and neck from getting sunburned.  Most head gear is 50+ UV protection and wicks moisture away from the skin.

Some of the warm weather Jackets  are waterproof and breathable and others  offer Insect Shield.  Footwear is durable and ideal for most travel.  Ice Lock is new and helps from falling on slick conditions and are Gore-Tex Waterproof.

Many of the Outdoor Clothing Manufacturers are Eco minded and are Organic.  They are mindful of the resources used in many of the products.  Travel clothing is innovative, quality and affordable.  Clothing for whenever and wherever life takes you.

Eco, Save the Planet, Fair Trade Garment, Sustainability are not just words, they are the measure

by which the Outdoor Clothing Manufacturers conduct their business.  It is the proper use of resources that protects the environment.  It is the advocacy and conservation of the National Parks to be enjoyed by all well into the future.

For the Outdoor Clothing manufacturers it is so much more than making great quality affordable clothing, its doing
their part to protect our green space for all to enjoy and for the future generations yet to come.  It is the opportunity to connect with the great outdoors with family and friends and appreciate all this Great Nation has to offer.

There is. Ever wonder why some wool itches and feels coarse to the skin and other feels so smooth and silky? It depends which animal the wool comes from. Merino Wool from Australia or New Zealand is the best wool. Eighty-five percent of the World’s Merino Wool comes from Australia.

A good guideline is knowing the difference. The interior wool has a silk or wet like feel, that is genetically the amount of body oil in the wool itself. The outside wool on top of the animal is drier and coarser to the skin and protects the animal from the elements.

Fits Socks are among the best you can get.  Socks are washable superfine merino wool, cushioned footbed that keeps your feet comfortable, warm and dry.  So whether you are on the trail, out and about or at work, Fits Socks will make your feet feel so good.  Features: Dynamic Toe Cup, Heel Lock and Full Contact Cuff.  Fits Socks come in many styles and what ever you pick, you will have great quality, socks that last and affordable.  You will not want to take off your Fits Socks.  Comfort at its best!

Treksta Shoes are not your everyday Shoe Company. Shoes are designed and influenced by the great outdoors. Men and Women shoe styles that follows the natural curve and angle of the toe box.  This is the Treskta signature NestFit Technology.  For the ice and snow, Treksta features along with the NestFit, Goretex waterproof and Ice Lock shoes and boots.

Keep your feet warm and dry and get outside this winter and experience the Ice Lock technology that will keep you on the move.  Great quality, fit and affordable.

Loake Shoes have been made by the Loake family in England since 1880.  Hand-crafted, made with premium grade Goodyear Welts so your Loake Shoes can be recrafted over and over.  With proper care and wear, will be among the cheapest shoes you will own.  It is the commitment to quality, work ethic and tradition that get built into the Loake Premium 1880 collection; unlike anything in the market, make these shoes stand alone.

Your feet will never be so comfortable.  New in the Loake 1880 collection are the rubber sole shoes.  Loake 1880 Shoes reflect the best materials available and craftsmanship in the make up of each pair of shoes.  Loake 1880 Shoes look great,  last and are so comfortable to wear.  Surprisingly, Loake Shoes are affordable,  they fit and are great quality.  Do your feet a favor and get a pair of Loake 1880 Shoes, you will be glad you did.

This holiday season more and more gift buying is occurring at local businesses in our community.  Shoppers prefer doing business with local merchants who are established and reputable. Holiday shopping can be a hassle in a big box or chain store where help is limited and darn near impossible to get questions answered.  Unfortunately, there is a lack training and experience and that exasperates the buying experience.

Big Box and Chain Stores, alike, drain money from the community and does not cycle back into the local economy.  The same occurs with on line shopping.  If the gifts have to be returned, there is the added expense of returns, restock fees, shipping and the time it takes.

Shop Local eliminates most of the negative shopping experince.  Local Merchants are passionate about their business and clients.  Work with experts, who are knowledgeable and deliver a top notch buying experience.  This is evergreen throughout the year.

Is it time to make a change this holiday season? The year to come? Want to support local business and the local community? Give it a try, you might be pleasantly surprised.

Many consumers have decided this year they are returning to the stores to make their purchases.  They are tired of buying gifts on line and disappointed not getting what they thought they were purchasing.

Specialty Stores make shopping easy, fast and simple.  Find unique, quality, affordable merchandise that lasts.  Deal with owners who are experts and passionate in what they do.  Buy with confidence knowing the store will make your purchase right in case the gift needs to be returned or exchanged.  There is no substitute for a unique shopping experience and you give a gift that shows you care.

There is no free lunch, no matter how good it seems.  Price is not much different, but you get so much more than price and you deal with reputable merchants.  Ready for a change this holiday season, try a Specialty Store, you will be in for a pleasant surprise.

Conner Hats are made of Organic Cotton, Hand Made.  Made from materials friendly to the environment are one of the best Hats available that are quality and very affordable.  There are a lot of hats out there, but its whats inside a Conner Hat that makes the difference.  Get outstanding Sun protection and high UPF ratings for protection against harmful radiation. A few neat features are the Chin-Cord System, Clip System to keep your Hat secure and inside the top of the Hat is a secure velcro Credit Card Slip.  For more information, contact Bel Air Fashions.

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