http://www.omiru.com Real Style for Real People: An Intelligent Take on Fashion Trends Fri, 16 May 2008 07:02:46 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Feeling the love for this set?  Here's more information about it.Temperatures may be rising, but that doesn't mean your style quotient needs to drop.  You can beat the heat and still dress professionally with Omiru's Beat the Heat at Work style tips:Why does this outfit work?Layering: The key to any ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/16/heat-wave-what-to-wear-to-work-to-beat-the-heat/ These elegant thong sandals are the perfect way to complete your poolside outfit. Plus they're chic enough to wear around town afterwards!$14.99  at Target. http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/16/xhilaration-tressa-thong-sandals/ Feeling the love for this set?  Here's more information about it.Whether you're getting your diploma or attending graduation as a guest, the ideal graduation outfit is dressy enough to respect the occasion--but casual enough to be comfortable.  You'll be facing high temperatures (hello, summer!), intense sunlight (there's never enough shade ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/15/what-to-wear-to-graduation/ Sure, ice is just water, cold, and time, but it doesn't have to be boring.  Snazz up your next party with jewel shaped ice cubes.  Deliciously elegant!$10  at Fred Flare. http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/15/cool-jewels-ice-cube-tray/ by John LiuLegend has it that Engineered Garments got its name from a pattern maker that remarked that the clothes weren’t just designed, but engineered, due to the amount of detailing involved in each garment.I was skeptical too when I read that little tidbit, but I’ve since been won over.  ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/14/mens-designer-spotlight-engineered-garments/ We're digging the open neckline, puffed sleeves, and the insouciant tie-waist on this decidedly casual chic dress.$39.50  at Gap. http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/14/tie-waist-button-front-dress/ Dear Patient Omiru Readers,My sincere apologies for today's downtime!  There was a catastrophic disk failure on the computer that's hosting Omiru.  Completely unexpected, and time consuming to fix.  Luckily, the guys over at Hostmonster were able to get the site back up and running this evening (minus 10 days worth ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/13/apologies-for-the-downtime/ Two of Matt Meyerson's favorite affordable under-the-radar brands: Modern Amusement (hoodie and tote) and Creative Recreation (shoes).Matt Meyerson, former product placement guru for a top entertainment PR firm, is striking out on his own to create Expose NY, a new kind of brand showcase to connect top-tier designers, stylists, and ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/13/fashion-pr-guru-matt-meyerson-on-expose-ny-and-affordable-under-the-radar-brands-you-should-know-about/ Prepare your food in the kitchen with these small bamboo wood condiment cups, and then bring them out to the table for serving afterwards.3.75" diameter x .75" tall, set of two.$10  at Branch Home. http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/13/bambu-large-condiment-cups/ We asked: Would you wear High Waisted Pants?You said:  No to High Waisted Pants, with only 30% of the vote.Style tip?  High Waisted Pants work well for long-waisted women, as they lengthen the leg line by visually raising your waistline.  For short-waisted women, on the other hand, they're ... http://www.omiru.com/index.php/2008/05/12/you-said-no-to-high-waisted-pants/