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Club legend Sir Alex Ferguson feels ‘hurt’ after being ‘sidelined’ by Manchester United, according to reports.

The Scotsman won 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups, four League Cups and two Champions Leagues in his 27 years as manager at Old Trafford.

He will be back in the dugout this weekend in a Treble Reunion match to mark 20 years since the club won their historic treble under Ferguson’s management.

Despite that, the Daily Mail claims that the occasion will be ‘tinged with sadness and a sense of hurt’ as United ‘no longer calls on his counsel.’

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The report continues by saying that while ‘holding nothing against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’ Ferguson thinks the Red Devils should get ‘the very best available’ and that man is Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino.

Since leaving in 2013, Ferguson has ‘increasingly felt isolated and out of touch’ with the club, as ‘the powerbrokers’ at United ‘never pick up the phone’ to him.

A close confidant from the League Managers’ Association told the Daily Mail: “Sir Alex feels conflicted. He can see the irony that he still spends time thinking about United when he’s retired. But he loves the club and does feel a bit hurt that his opinion is never sought.

“He knows he’s not in charge any more but it would still be nice for him to be asked.”

The report adds that Solskjaer and Ferguson ‘are not as close as the image’ and that the Norwegian ‘won’t seek him out to ask for guidance about players or philosophy.’

 

1. Buying cheap clothes hurts your wallet

No matter how cheap an item is, it will always end up hurting your wallet simply because you buy so many of these. I know we all do this. We see the words “Sale, 50% off, BOGO, Closeout Sale, etc.” and we automatically rush into that store and get our hands on as many clothes and accessories as we can, without realizing that you’ve eventually hoarded probably about $200 worth of “cheap on sale clothes”. Then you come home with all these clothes that you’re probably never going to wear and your wallet is as empty as that water you drank from shopping too much!

2. Buying cheap clothes takes up space in your closet

Buying a ton of clothes just because they’re cheap will end up taking space in your closet (or your drawers). Those clothes have to be placed somewhere! Not everyone can have that Kim Kardashian Walk In Closet. If you do then props to you! But if you’re like any other normal lady, then odds are, you’re the type to put Winter clothes away in boxes to make room for Spring. So don’t overwhelm your closet with so much clothing that you might not even wear. 50% of the time, if your closet is too stuffed, it’s going to give you a hard time to find anything to wear and it can also ruin the beautiful and fragile pieces of clothing you own.  

3. Buying cheap clothes makes more clutter

Buying cheap clothes makes more clutter because overtime you will hoard more and more that just ends up getting stuck in your closet or drawers. Although you may think “Oh my gosh! It’s only $2!” you’re going to end up buying 10 of those same $2 shirts and just wear 2 out of the 10.

4. Buying cheap clothes DOES NOT make you more stylish or attractive

It really doesn’t ladies! It simply gives you a reason to believe you’re being more stylish when you can really look stylish and attractive without buying more clothing for less money! Instead of buying more and more cheap clothes, invest in a piece of clothing that you know you need, is trendy, has good quality, and has a good fit on you. It may be more pricey, but money don’t lie, right? Sometimes quality is better than quantity.

5. Buying cheap clothes is NOT a long-term solution

It simply feeds your habit of feeling instantly gratified. Kind of like impulse buying – when you just buy whatever you see with no particular reason. Most of the time, cheap clothes don’t last as long either. Their materials, no matter how you take care of them, will get ruined because their quality is not as great. This goes along with finding something of better quality and also finding that one special clothing that you can mix and match all season long.

6. Buying cheap clothes keeps you from experiencing once in a lifetime opportunities

If you look forward to going to the mall on that one weekend you have off, then that’s saying a lot! A clothing-buying habit can cost upwards of thousands a year or more, equivalent to a week long vacation to another country. So, instead of making your goal be waking up early on Saturday to head to the mall for their Early Bird Specials, set a goal that you can keep in your memories for the long run. Remember, every dollar you spend buying more and more pieces of clothing can sum up to a trip to Hawaii.

7. Buying cheap clothes keeps you from building relationships with the people you love

Spending time at the mall looking at clothes, waiting in lines, and travel time can cost you a first date with your future husband or wife. Even if you do decide to go to the mall with someone you like or someone you want to get to know, shopping will always third wheel. Use the free time you have to go to the movies, hang out with friends, or go grocery shopping for a dinner date at home. Moments like these are definitely not worth losing over one pair of jeans!

8. Buying cheap clothes keeps you from making a meaningful contribution to society

 

Buying cheap clothes means going to the mall or clothing stores to shop around for things to buy. While doing this, you’re missing out on the opportunity to make a difference in society and the world. Instead of shopping around, consuming and buying things you probably don’t need, try volunteering at your nearest shelter or community. Or even just take a look at your closet, identify the things you don’t need, and donate/sell them off to Goodwill or Plato’s Closet. Donating or volunteering will help so much more than if you were to buy things you don’t really need.

9. Buying cheap clothes is NOT sustainable

 

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Think about it. If you were to just keep buying clothes, you won’t be gaining anything but artificial happiness. You’re using up your money, time, and resources to feed an unhealthy habit. Not to mention, consuming in this way will lead to businesses and companies producing even more sales and clothing for you to buy.

10. Buying cheap clothes hurts the environment

Nowadays, you will see people at the mall or at stores with bags filled with clothing. Whether you’re trying to stay up to trend or you’re just stress shopping, buying more and more clothes won’t just hurt your financial status, but it will also hurt the environment. Odds are these cheap clothes you keep consuming will only last you a couple months, a year at the most, and will eventually end up in the trash. “Fast Fashion” as they call it is equivalent to fast food except its for clothing. Meaning, the fashion industry keeps supplying affordable apparels to keep up with the our demand of what magazines and fashion want us to have or what we “must have.” This is what fuels us to buy more of what we want rather than what we need. Little do we know, that shirt that was so in last Summer is no longer needed for this Summer because of the “new trend” and is now probably in the landfill partly causing pollution. So, the next time you feel like taking a break because of all of the plastic or paper bags you’re carrying filled with clothes, don’t even think of the clothes because just the bags that’s holding them is made from the environment you live in.

11. Buying cheap clothes hurts the workers who make them

The fashion industry has a knack for making us feel a certain way about how we should look like and what we need to have in our lives to attain such unrealistic goals. Most of these are the types of clothes that they say are essential in our lives. We as humans don’t even realize how these clothes came to be. The “must have” trends don’t make themselves, these are real people who are behind the scenes laboring for hours and hours, some even making less than minimum wage, just to supply us with our demand for clothing. No matter how cheap a piece of clothing may be, the amount of labor an employee in the clothing industry puts in shouldn’t be taken lightly. Yes, you may also think, without us buying all these clothes, these workers wouldn’t even be working. That in its entirety is true, but it’s the same as asking yourselves, without us there wouldn’t be a need for leaders or presidents. Meaning, it’s something that has to be there because it’s a need that we just take for granted. Think about it, next time you have the urge of buying more and more cheap clothes, take a break and look at what else you need that’s more beneficial than adding another thing to your closet.

 

Graduation day! What a time of celebration. You’ve finished either four years of high school or four years of college/university, and now you’re celebrating it with a ceremony. Now you’re wondering… what should I wear?

Many people won’t know what to wear for this special occasion, because it’s not every day that you graduate. And you want it to be special and perfect. Some people might go all out with a dress that looks like it should be worn to prom, and others might skimp out by just wearing jeans and a casual t-shirt. But these are all wrong!

Appropriate Graduation Attire: How to Dress for a Graduation Ceremony When You’re the One Graduating (Women’s Guide)

Here is how to dress for a graduation ceremony when you’re the one graduating:

1.Don’t wear long floor-length ‘prom’ dresses under your gown

Your graduation gown will most likely not be touching the floor, so make sure your dress doesn’t touch the floor as well. You will be doing a lot of walking in the graduation stadium and also across the stage. If you wear a long dress, you might trip on it or have a hard time keeping it up since you will have to grab your diploma with one hand and shake hands with the administrators with your other hand – leaving you to drag your dress across the floor and maybe even down some steps. So make sure you don’t wear a floor-length dress!

2. Consider your school dress code… if you want

Some schools might still enforce a dress code during graduation ceremonies. If so, follow it so you won’t get in trouble. However, considering that you’ll have your gown on top of your dress the whole time, you won’t have to worry about wearing something backless or a dress with no sleeves. The only time you’ll be taking off your gown is after the ceremony. Which brings us to the next point:

3. Wear something you’re confident and are comfortable in for after-graduation parties/events

You may be going out to dinner (or lunch), or another party after the ceremony. If this is the case, wear something you’re comfortable and confident in when you take off your gown.

4. Wear a dress with pockets!

During the ceremony, you won’t be able to bring a purse or wallet with you, but you will need to bring your phone with you to text or call your family/friends after the ceremony! It will be hectic after the ceremony, and you will need to find your family/friends. For this reason, try finding a dress with pockets so you can put your phone in it for after the ceremony.

5. Dress appropriately for the weather

If it’s winter, wear something warmer – a thicker dress with sleeves. If it’s summer or spring, wear something cooler – backless or sleeveless dress.

6. Consider wearing accessories to add flair

A necklace, bracelet, or earrings. During the ceremony, people will only be seeing your gown, so consider wearing something on the outside that people will be able to see.

7. Do your hair differently

Consider doing your hair in a different way than you normally would; curling if it’s usually straight, or straightening if it’s usually curled. Here’s a tutorial on curling your hair for graduation and a tutorial for straightening your hair here. Also, check out Lulus’ graduation cap hair tutorial.

8. Do your makeup

Even if you’re not a big makeup person, you can still do it in a way that enhances your facial features. You can also do it in a simple way that shows you’re not even wearing makeup! (Click here for a no makeup makeup look tutorial.)

9. Wear formal shoes you’re comfortable with

Since you will be walking across the stage and most likely in a big stadium, you’ll need to wear shoes you’re comfortable with and also shoes that match your outfit. If you’re comfortable with heels, go ahead and wear them. If not, flats will also suffice. But make sure they’re formal, and not sneakers or gym shoes or anything.

Cute Graduation Dresses: What Outfits to Wear Under Your Graduation Gown for Girls in the Summer/Springtime

Short or medium-length dresses

Lily Melrose wore a simple pink short dress underneath her black graduation robe with black pumps.

Wear a simple white dress

Melodi wears a simple plain white dress and black heels underneath a black robe.

Wear a skirt with a blouse top tucked in

Melodi here again wears a skirt with a blouse tucked in underneath her graduation gown.

Wear a simple fitted dress

This girl from BlackBallad wore a fitted white dress with black heels for graduation.

Wear flair out dresses

Even flaired out dresses look good with or without a graduation robe.

Wear a pop-off accessory (necklace) with a plain dress

Wearing a popoff accessory like a necklace will put more flair to your graduation dress.

Wear a backless and/or sleeveless dress underneath your gown

This pinterest pinner showed off a graduation outfit so sleek and revealing, it’s almost as if you need to steal this look.

Even just plain pastel-colored dresses show beauty in a non-show-offey kind of way

Virginia, a travel blogger and a languages graduate wore a plain dress along with her friends on graduation day.

An over-the-shoulder purse hidden underneath your robe to hold your phone during the ceremony

This graduate from thetab.com shows an over-the-shoulder purse where you can hide your phone during the ceremony.

A long floral dress for graduation

I know we said don’t wear a long dress for graduation underneath your robe, but Melodi here shows a perfect example of an acceptable and appropriate long dress for graduation ceremonies. The key here is to not wear a dress that drags a lot.

Cute Winter Graduation Outfits: Dresses to Wear When It’s Cold Outside for Girls

For other women, graduation day comes in the winter around December time. For this, make sure you wear something a little bit warmer, especially if you’re going to be walking across the stage outdoors.

Wear black stockings or tights underneath your skirt or dress for graduation

Since it will be cold outside, one of the best things you can do to protect yourself from the cold and keep yourself warm is to wear black stockings or tights underneath your clothes. This will help keep your legs and feet warm. (Image from HerCanvas)

Wear closed-toed shoes for winter graduation ceremonies

The second best way to keep yourself warm during graduation is to wear closed-toed shoes. Examples are pumps, ankle boots, booties, and knee-length boots. (Image via)

Wear a sweater for cold graduations

Wearing a sweater underneath your gown will also help keep you warm. Avoid wearing thick and heavy jackets or coats, because they could bulk up your gown and make your outfit look awkward. (Image via)

Wear a cardigan over your dress for graduations

A cardigan is a great staple piece for your wardrobe. Pairing it up with a dress is perfect for protection against the cold weather and also great for under-graduation-gowns since they’re light and warm. (Image via Chictopia)

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When you decide to buy jewelry, it’s an investment; and it’s a good one, when you opt for quality, classic designs. Unlike clothing, your sparkling accessories will always fit, will never need to be laundered, and can be worn as often as you like. Truly special gems can be passed down for generations, and precious heirlooms never go out of fashion. And while it may be pricey up front, having a few valuable pieces of jewelry — as opposed to bunches of cheaper baubles that will need to be replaced — is more cost effective in the long run.

 

The trick is to choose versatile pieces that are sleek and simple, but no less stunning. Below, check out 7 timeless jewelry pieces that won’t go out of style, no matter how many years go by.

Cartier Love Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet // Opulent Jewelers

 

 

Ah, the Cartier Love Bangle. Almost everyone who spots this sleek bracelet knows the legendary jeweler it represents. Although it’s understated, this signature design will catch the eye of many admirers. This Cartier classic can be worn alone or in a stack, with an evening gown, or with your favorite T-shirt and jeans!

Hermes Diamond Stud White Gold Earrings // Opulent Jewelers

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and a sparkling pair of stud earrings will never go out of style. Mix the two together, and you have a match made in heaven! Whether you opt for a set of solitaires or a simple geometric design, a chic pair of earrings can dress up a casual outfit or add some shine to any formal ensemble.

 

 

Chanel Charm Diamond Gold Earrings // Opulent Jewelers

 

Chanel is synonymous with timeless fashion, and these charm-studded dangly earrings are the perfect mix of timeless style and modern flair. Baring the brand’s trademark number 5 (encrusted in diamonds, of course!), this ear candy will turn heads wherever you go.

 

Banco Oro Diamond Line White Gold Necklace // Opulent Jewelers

 

Nothing adds polish to a feminine neckline like a hint of glitz the décolletage, and this streamlined design is accented by light-catching diamonds. It can add elegance to any outfit, whether you’re heading to work for the day or spending an evening out on the town.

Mimi Milano Lavender Moonstone White Gold Cocktail Ring // Opulent Jewelers

 

This sunset-hued cocktail ring is certainly a stunner. Framed by a halo of diamonds, this lavender-rose gem will add a pop of glowing color — and a hefty dose of glamour — to a simple dress or LBD. The rest of your accessories can be minimal, since this ring makes a statement all on its own.

 

Tiffany & Co Woven Gold Sautoir Necklace // Opulent Jewelers

 

A gold chain is a staple in any jewelry collection, and you can never go wrong with a piece from Tiffany & Co. This chunky gold number is bold enough to be worn on its own, but sleek enough to be layered with other necklaces.

 

Cartier Pearl White Gold Ring // Opulent Jewelers

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Whether they’re set in vintage antiques or more modern pieces, pearls are timelessly chic and always in fashion. The black pearl in this ring offers an intriguing alternative to traditional white, and its sleek design means you can wear it with any outfit that needs a hint of elegance.

Your wedding is without a doubt one of the most important days of your life. It will also be one of the most exciting. However, this is not to say that the lead up to the big event won’t be stressful. You will tons of different things on your to-do list. And, making sure they get done within the right time will be imperative to the overall success of the event. One of the most difficult tasks that you will be faced with will be choosing a wedding dress. Maybe you already have a dress that you love. Perhaps it fits like a glove and shows off your style and personality, but you feel that it is lacking. Well, with the following customizable tips, you can make your dress more fashionable.

Add Meaningful Brooches

If your gown is something that is simple without any lacy or intricate beading, you should consider adding a glam brooch. These little items will certainly add a sparkly detail to that back of the gown. There is a number of styles available. It might even be possible that your mother or mother in law has a brooch that she used in her wedding that you could take advantage of. Some mother will hang on to these items so that they can pass them down.

Take Advantage Of Belts And Sashes

When it comes to the mother of the bride dresses and wedding dresses there really is nothing that will spice things up like a simple belt or sash. These items might be simple, but they are an excellent way to add some personality to your dress. Belts come available in a number of fabrics, sizes, and colors. Some even include beads and pearls. Sashes are unique also, but one needs to consider the fact that sashes draw attention to the midsection so it will be imperative to experiment around until you find the one that best suits you.

Strapped Jewelry

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If you want to make your wedding dress look more sparkly and glamorous, you simply can’t do better than the jeweled straps. These items are completely timeless and will transform your overall look. In addition to this, these items are removable, which means that you can utilize them during the reception as well.

The Power Of Gloves

Most brides forget that they have gloves available to them. These items might seem like a simple accessory, but they can really do a lot to enhance the overall look of your ensemble. Gloves are feminine as well as romantic. Just remember that choosing the right type of glove will really come down to the sleeve, fabric, and length of the dress so make sure that you experiment around a little bit before more a concrete decision.

Don’t Forget About Veils And Hairpieces

Your hairstyle will be a major concern on your big day as well, but there is no set rule that says you can’t spice things up with an elegant veil or hairpiece. A veil will offer a more contemporary look, while a tiara, headband, or fresh flowers will give you an overall different look.

Matching Trendy Handbags With Modern Outfits

Have you ever heard the saying that diamonds are a girl’s best friend? Sure, you have, but you might be surprised to learn that handbags are the real MVP when it comes to styling. Just look at everything the handbag does for you. It holds all the essentials like your wallet, your phone, lip-gloss, and now you can style it to match your modern outfit. Of course, as you probably already know fashion can be a fickle beast at best. And, matching the wrong styles with the wrong colors will throw off the whole ensemble. With the following tips, you will be able to avoid such disastrous situations and stand out amongst the masses.

Consider The Occasion

Most women already know that they need a handbag for just about every different occasion. As a rule of thumb, small bags usually give off a more sophisticated look while those larger bags give a more casual presence. However, this does not necessarily mean that those bigger bags won’t work with modern formal wear. You can combine a larger clutch or stiff bag with formal outfits and you will pull off the look that you are seeking. If you are out shopping, you can pair an over-sized duffel or hobo bag with a pair of sneakers, shorts, and a regular old t-shirt. Roomy tote bags go along great with modern tailored trousers.

Your Body Shape Does Matter

Most women already know that they need to choose clothes that mesh with their body styles, but they don’t realize that the same concept applies to handbags as well. You need to choose the right bag that will accent your best features. Pear-shaped bodies are usually better off with hip length bag or slimmer waist-length bags. Women with a big bust should opt for a saddle bag or anything that draw attention away from the bosom area. If you have curves all over the place long, slim bags are ideal for you. Petite women should choose anything with a long hanging strap or fringes. Rounded, oversize bags are the best option for tall and thin women. If you want the same quality designer handbags that can show off your body style for just a fraction of the cost, you should check out this best replica bags shopping guide.

Structured Day Bag

if you want a ladylike look when you out going about your daily actives, you simply cannot beat the feminine fit, flared dress combined with the structured handbag. This bag is simply classic in appearance and shape and best complements this type of dress. To really pull the looks together opt for a bag that is made of soft leather and medium in size. A top handle or over the shoulder style will both work.

The Cross body Bag

If you are one of those modern sporty women that like running around in jeans then there is nothing better for you than the cross body bag. The bag is compact and lightweight and hands-free, but best of all it is a no-nonsense bag that is capable of tying the whole look together. Such a bag coupled with pebbled leather will offer a chic and sporty look.

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Business Plan 

Business plans are necessary when it comes to starting a business in the fashion industry. Every person who wants to start a business should engage in writing a business plan. A plan involves identifying one’s goals and expectations from having a business. It helps to chart a realistic course that will result in success. 

Costs 

You should figure out the costs of various aspects of running a fashion business. For example, what will materials cost? If you are running a website or a brick-and-mortar business, you are going to have to figure out how much money you will have to spend on domain names, rents, and monthly web host charges. If you are going through some sort of medium that is taking a certain percentage of your earnings, you are going to want to fact that in. 

If you want to know the cost of starting a clothing line, you are also going to have to figure out how much the materials will cost, as well as the amount of time that it takes you to create products. The cost of materials is not the only cost that you are going to have to factor in—there are many other costs. For example, tech packs have costs. Tech packs are packs that give exact directions about how to manufacture a specific garment. The cost of a tech pack depends on how complex the clothing pattern is, who makes your take pack and where your tech pack is made. If you go through an NYC agency, the cost of a tech pack will be $75 for a simple pattern, $300 for a garment of medium complexity and $550 for a garment that is most complex. In general, a US agency will charge about $200. A European freelancer will generally charge about $220. A specialized US agency will charge about $375. A Hong Kong Agency will generally charge about $150. 

The costs do not stop at tech packs. After creating a tech pack, you must create a sample for a garment. There are various companies that create samples for a fee. If you go through an NYC agency, you will pay $75 for a simple sample, $300 for a sample of moderate complexity and $550 for a sample of high complexity. If you go through a US manufacturer, the cost will be $200 for a simple sample, $275 for a sample of moderate complexity and $350 for a garment of most complexity. If you go through a European manufacturer, you will have to pay $100 for 3x production and $200 for complex. If you go through an Asian manufacturer, you will have to pay $50 for 2x production and $150 for 5x production. 

If you have to hire employees, you are going to have to figure out how much you are going to have to pay each employee. Are employees cost effective? Are they time effective? If you have employees, you may have to follow stringent guidelines that tell you how to pay them under various conditions. 

Supplies 

There are various supplies that you may need for a fashion business. These supplies include fabric, needles, seam rippers, paper, rulers You may also need a mannequin. Of course, you should have sewing and mending skills. Make a list of supplies for your fashion business so that you can check off everything that you need. 

Network 

Networking is one of the best things to do for a fashion business. You should spread the word about the fashion related services that you are offering. Go to events, tell your friends and family, get involved in social media and take part in community events. Networking is, by far, one of the best things that you can for yourself—no matter what pursuit you are trying to follow. 

Quality 

Find the right balance of quality and affordability. Do not make your products in the most inferior way and/or out of the most inferior products. Meanwhile, set reasonable prices for the clothes that you are selling. You are going to have to find a happy middle between these two things. You are going to have to source out quality materials. Where are these materials going to come from?

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The engagement ring is the only truly lifelong accessory. Here are the top 7 timelessly elegant engagement ring styles that will still look flawless in 50 years

Did you know that the first recorded engagement ring in history has been traced back to 1477?

This traditional piece of jewelry has been around for over 500 years, and while the basis for them has changed dramatically, the beauty of them remains unchanged.

While some women prefer a more trendy engagement ring, there is something elegant about classic engagement ring styles.

The appeal of these for many is that they will never go out of style because rather than following the current most popular gem or setting, they continue to provoke awe generation after generation.

Moreover, they are tried and true, perfect for the simple, uncomplicated women that prefer a simple, yet lovely ring.

Read on to find out seven key engagement ring styles that have survived over the decades for you or that special someone.

Timeless Engagement Ring Styles and Settings

The biggest problem with engagement rings that follow the trend is that they will likely fall out of it at one point or another.

Moreover, an engagement ring is really not the best option for experimenting with new gems or settings that aren’t as validated by other women.

Perhaps most convincing is how astonishing the classic styles can be, as they speak for themselves. Here are a few to keep in mind as you dream about that perfect ring.

Solitare 

The most popular, yet simple ring style is the Solitare. The metal tends to be at the forefront of the design, so it is important to choose it wisely.

Additional features for this design could include some twisting and winding of the band to accentuate the diamond. It is perfect for someone who prefers one magnificent stone, such as .95 carat diamonds, rather than several smaller ones.

Bezel

A bezel setting can be the perfect combination of modern and classic, as it features a circular and secure hold for the diamond rather than prongs. This ring style works especially well for women who live a fairly active lifestyle.

Three Stone

This setting type is popular for women who have secondary gemstones they would love to have in an engagement ring. It involves one primary stone in the middle, accented by one stone on each side.

Vintage

There is a wide range of vintage rings inspired by different time periods. These are typically more intricate than others on this list, but their artistic, classic style is perfect for the elegant women.

Halo

The halo style ring style includes smaller diamonds surrounding a larger center diamond, usually in a square or circle.

Cathedral

This option for engagement ring styles is inspired by the arches of a cathedral and accentuates the center of a diamond with a mounted setting.

French Cut

Last but not least, this shimmering ring is ideal for those looking for a thinner band, without sacrificing any class. The French cut typically has 24 small diamonds set into the band, in addition to the large center diamond.

Find the Perfect Ring

The perfect ring will depend on many factors, but ultimately a classic ring is a beautiful choice for women craving a simple, yet a tasteful symbol of love.

A ring need not be complicated to be beautiful, and simplicity can, in fact, accentuate the setting for most engagement ring styles. Moreover, often times these rings can work best with wedding bands when that perfect time comes along.

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Your shoes and outfit go a long way in having the confidence to take on your career. These comfortable work shoes can match any professional attire.

Anyone with a full-time job understands how painful a long day’s work can be on their feet. And your feet aren’t the only thing that suffers from long hours on the job. Your back and joints suffer as well, but it can all be avoided by wearing proper shoes.

You need shoes that are going to be stylish enough for work, but comfortable enough to rid yourself from all your foot pain. And what’s better than a comfortable work shoe that also doubles as a weekend day shoe? Not much.

So, you’ll want to check out these five comfortable work shoes that don’t drag your style down.

1. Clark’s Women’s May Marigold Slip-On Loafer

The Clark’s Women’s May Marigold Slip-On Loafer is made with sleek black, brown, or crocodile leather. With a stylish strap across the top and a short thick heel, this loafer meets all your comfort and fashion standards. And it’s easy to slip on when heading out the door!

This shoe is made with an Ortholite footbed and soft fabric lining for extra cushion. It’s also a great shoe for stretching and molding to your individual feet, which also adds to the comfort level.

2. Clarks Men’s Escalade Step Slip-On Loafer

Made with an “easy-care” leather, this loafer is simple yet stylish. Color choices are black or brown, and no matter which one you choose, you’re sure to remain fashionable and snug.

These shoes are made with breathable leather that keeps your feet sweat-free during a long workday to ensure that you feel good and look good while at work.

With a comfortable and flexible sole, these loafers are a go-to for the perfect comfy work shoes.

3. Jillie

The Jillie heel is a superb choice for comfy stylish shoes. These black sandal heels come with sheep-skin lining. And the insole is coated with a black microfiber to match.

It’s available in other colors as well. The open design held together with shoelaces is the icing on the cake for this hard-working fashionista’s dream shoe! This sophisticated work shoes also works well as an evening-out shoe. 

4. Dansko Harlene Block Heel Bootie

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The Dansko Harlene Block Heel Bootie clog provides the comfort of a clog and the stylish look of a heel. Each Dansko bootie is made with style and comfort in mind. The heel is chunky and paired with leather upper and lining with synthetic sole. 

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Pep picks the easy jobs
If Pep does indeed end up going to Juventus, will there be anything but a collective shrug of indifference from most football fans? Most would be far more interested about a successor at the Etihad than anything which Guardiola might do in Turin.

A manager who has won everything in England domestically, moves to an Italian side who wins everything domestically, having previously been at German and Spanish sides who win everything domestically–yawn.

For all the praise Guardiola receives, he’s managed the richest, most powerful club in every league he’s been a part of. There’s a reason why Pellegrini, Mancini, Ancelotti, Heynckes, Kovac, Vilanova, Enrique, and Valverde have all won those same medals too. Answer: because it’s a lot, lot easier with less financial restrictions than your rivals.

At least Mourinho, who has gotten flack for the same thing, was able to win the Champions League with European minnows Porto, and over-perform with Inter.

If he actually is leaving, why not actually challenge himself? If Ranieri could win the league with Leicester (a far more impressive accomplishment than City’s treble or Barcelona’s European triumphs), can he not do the same if he really is one of the greatest managers of all time? Would there not be fun in trying?

Cheers,
Greg

 

United’s committee
I think Ed misses the point of relative experience vs nous with his point about spotting players…Arrigo Sacchi was a shoe salesman and won back to back European Cups.

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I think it’s been well documented that United appear to be considering appointing nostalgia as opposed to experience, but I don’t feel it’s particularly relevant to suggest experience on the pitch equates to experience in “spotting a player”…Michael Edwards at Liverpool played semi-pro and they’ve done alright under his watch – Fabinho, Keita and Van Dijk (who, despite the £ outlay appeared criminally overlooked by the rest of the top 6)

My point being, he earned a degree in business management (here’s looking at you Edwin Van der Sar for another educated example) and his experience there, and subsequent track record, appear much more viable than appointing the Old Boys Club for nostalgia.

I guess my issue is with Uniteds lack of scope (I believe Monchi is available) rather than Ed’s point as a whole.

Best person for the job and all that…rather than “scored in every premier league season he played”.
Best, Calum. (Not Callum Best, best wishes)

 

…While Cantona, Scholes and Rio are proper footballers with an eye for a player… I’d much prefer Will Spearman, Dafydd Steele, and Ian Graham – geeks who I’m not sure could hit the back of a barn with a football.

Their quantitative approach to identifying transfers involves deep analysis not only of their player’s capabilities but how they would fit within team and system. Counterintuitively they try to avoid watching players to avoid bias.

Their screening and identification is akin to Deeper Blue versus Kasparov, or Alpha Go versus Ke Jie. Early computer programs couldn’t beat our grand masters in these games, indeed no one though anyone computer could beat us in Go because of the number of permutations… similarly computers could never have the intuition to identify he best players. However, the times have changed and the results are beginning to speak for themselves.

Graham arrived in 2014/15. Let’s be fair and say that it took them a year to get up and running, since 2016 they’ve done outstanding business in the transfer market- both in their acquisitions and sales:

Arrivals:
– van Dijk
– Salah
– Oxlade-C
– Alisson
– Keita
– Fabinho
– Shaqiri
– Robertson
– Mane
– Wijnaldum

Departures:
– Benteke
– Ibe
– Allen
– Coutinho
– Sakho
– Solanke (bought and sold for £~20m profit)
– Ward
– Ings

The New York Times wrote a great article on them recently though if you can get past them calling football “soccer”.
Ben (the numbers) Morton-Harmer

 

…Reading yesterday’s mailbox I realised that my journey to grumpy old man is almost complete as I was infuriated at the opinions of Ed the Grouch on Manchester United’s potential transfer committee.

Why do so many football fans think that they key qualification to be successful in any position in a football club is to have been an excellent player?!! “I would only suggest that Rio reached the heights required…… to be able to pass judgement on the abilities of others” states the Grouch before naming his picks for the United transfer committee. Excuse me but what a load of absolute balls.

The job of a transfer committee would be to work within a specific budget to fill specific gaps with players who have specifics traits and abilities and who will fit a specific system and style of play or tactics. If you go out and just try to find the best players you end up with a team of Galactico’s who cannot actually play together as a team. In fact, I think there was a team who displayed just such traits this season. You might have heard of them with players like Sanchez, Pogba, Lukaka, Martial et al underperforming for one Manchester United FC. A dismal season by the way which finished with a 2-0 defeat to a team who sacked their manager the very next day!

How many of the world’s best managers/transfer committees over the years have been the worlds best players? Two of the best managers in British history, Bob Paisley and Alex Ferguson, were not close to being world class footballers (which I agree that Cantona, Scholes and Rio all were by the way). Were they unable to pass judgement on the abilities of some of the best footballers to have played the game in this country? And there are plenty of other successful managers over the years and right now who were not all that in their playing careers.

There are numerous examples of quality teams at the moment where the groups of players are very good but not necessarily world class. Many of those players were recruited by people who are not world class former players and in some cases who have never played the game to a truly elite level.

That said, I’m enjoying the hilarity that is Manchester United at the moment so Ed’s suggestion of Cantona, Scholes and Rio would be just fine with me now that I’ve calmed down…….. As you were.
Adam Reep LFC (Don’t even get me started on the next mail’s ridiculous suggestion for a champions league places play off but only depending on how far 2nd – 4th finish away from the winners!)
PS – saying that Cantona didn’t have the on field petulance of CR7 was one of the funniest things I have ever read in my life!

 

…The absolute nonsense of Ed the Grouch’s letter implored me to write in.

Ed claims that Darren Fletcher wasn’t a good enough player to recognise other good players. He then goes on to list a series of players (Scholes, Cantona, Ferdinand) he deems better than Darren Fletcher. Considering Ed’s theory that only good players can recognise a good player, you must have been one hell of player Ed.
Let me guess, you had trials at United and were about to be signed by Sir Alex but a tragic farting accident ruptured the tendon in your anus and you had to retire at the tender age of 16?

Will all these armchair chairmen just chill the hell out? I personally have absolutely no idea what would make a good Sporting Director. I’ve also never worked Darren Fletcher, so I’m not going to pass judgment on him. Who’d have thought Overmars would beast it at Ajax? Or Begiristain at Barca?

I’ve got a great idea. How about United fans stop thinking they know everything because we were lucky enough to have arguably the greatest spell of dominance by an English team?
Many thanks. Grouchy Tom, a United fan.

 

…I’d been mulling over some of these thoughts before this morning’s mailbox but Ed the Grouch’s mail gave me the last push to write in with them, not that I’m trying to call him out and get this his message is meant to be a bit of fun (Hyypia, Alonso, Daglish – for the record).

Director of Football (or something similar with a different title) seems to have become a much more visible position over the last decade or so to the point where even fans of other clubs have a decent idea who people like Michael Edwards, Txiki Begiristain and Monchi are. Steve Walsh was given a large amount of credit for when things went so right for Leicester and was a public fall guy when it went wrong at Everton.

More recently however, possibly as a result of how well Overmars has done in the role for Ajax, it feels like more and more ex-pros of clubs are being talked about for these roles. Cech is going to Chelsea supposedly, there’s talk of a ‘transfer committee’ at United of ex-players, as well as discussion about whether DoF would have been a better roll than manager for Solsjkaer. These players could all excel in the rolls but some of the discussion and positivity I’ve seen around these sort of potential appointments has gone back over the same old tropes we got when people talked up Giggs for United job. Great player, knows the club.

I don’t doubt that there are other factors behind Cech’s appointment, but to some these seem to be the first couple of things they’re judging him on. There seems to be a notion that by being a good player knowing the culture of the club he’s inherantly going to be more able to identify players and know how to shape a team and overall vision. Cantona might have been an incredible player who understands United, but in suggesting him is Ed the Grouch and fans like him reducing a complex and massively important position to the same old arguements we’re now largely disdainful of with managerial appointments.

Am I wrong in thinking this is a thing and likely to be a trend going forward? It certainly doesn’t seem hard to imagine that we’re reaching a point where every time a position like this starts to be discussed at a Premier League club the fans and media will start suggesting predictable names on their ‘know the club’ credentials. And if this is the case which club do we think will be the first to get stung by screwing up an appointment in this way? Not having things right at the level above the manager has the potential to go tits up even more so than a poor managerial appointment and recent history is full of big clubs that have really struggled when the right structure/person hasn’t been in place.
Jason (LFC, Merseyside)

 

…Interesting topic brought up by Ed the Grouch but I also don’t know if being a great player qualifies you to pick a future star. Mitrovic is a decent footballer and recommended that Fulham buy Lazar Markovic.

I think it’s fair to say that Liverpool’s transfer strategy over the last few years has been quite good and it’s been mostly steered by Michael Edwards. He’s got zero years of professional playing experience but he’s smart and knows lots about analysis. Surely this is the future; intelligent people finding new ways to gain an edge? Arguably the first club in England to do this was Arsenal when they hired Wenger. He revolutionised the way players lived which had a knock on in terms of how his teams were able to perform. He also brought some clever analytics to training (there’s a good thing somewhere about when Bergkamp got angry at Arsene for constantly substituting him and Arsene proceeded to sit him down with the stats behind why).

I suspect you’d be better off hiring some really smart people and giving them a load of data rather than paying large wages to a bunch of ex-pros. Ex professionals should be hired as club ambassadors; helping youth players to stay grounded (and stay put in some cases) and helping to attract top players to sign.
Minty, LFC

 

…While I like Ed the Grouch’s game, I’m not sure I agree with the logic that someone’s ability to judge a player is dependent on whether or not they were a great player themselves. By that logic Sir Alex could only dream of being able to spot as good a player as Thierry Henry…
Amro (I agree that Fletcher would be useless though) London

 

…Loved the email questioning the new Man Utd transfer committee (didn’t Liverpool and FSG get slaughtered for that) suggesting Scholes, Cantona and Rio as members.

It immediately raised an image of the three of them going over a candidate.

Rio: Okay bruv. Props for bringing this guy to our attention Eric, what up?
Eric: Imagine someone brings you cake, but you want garlic, so you go out on a boat and feed the seagulss. He is the one who ‘as the sardines.
Scholes: Scowls. Kicks the table. Barks. We’re not bringing in someone from Brighton are we?
Eric: I just ‘ave to smash an oeuf on my zizi.

They could make a mint with pay-per-view of them in action.

Just love the whole idea.
Paul McDevitt

 

Chelsea’s equivalent
Always had the same three names in my mind when it comes to a trio of former blue players who could form a truly good transfer committee, those are;

Petr Cech – Likely returning in a director role this summer, hugely inspiring keeper who came back from a near fatal head injury to lift countless trophies, respected by many, he also played drums on a track with Queen’s Roger Taylor.

Michael Ballack – A Captain, a leader and a legend for both his country and also Bayern, Bayer and Chelsea.

Claude Makelele – Defined his own role in the game, played for huge clubs under extreme pressure, incredible professional and intelligent player.
Mikey, CFC (Didier Drogba as a future title winning manager)

 

Baku boycott
As the calls for Arsenal to boycott the the final in Baku grow louder, with Barry Glendenning the latest to add his view, is there another way to highlight the shortsighted, discriminatory, and no doubt money-grabbing decision UEFA have taken? A full on boycott, at this late stage, would be too costly for the club, and especially for the few fans who have managed to find a way there. It seems unrealistic that Arsenal would give up their last shot at CL football next season, and potentially a few more seasons after that if UEFA took it badly.

What if both teams decided to delay the final? Maybe by exactly 7 minutes, to represent Mkhitaryan’s shirt number? Just stay in the tunnel, flashing 7 fingers, chanting his name, standing in total silence, whatever… This would tick a lot of boxes for fans, and shine a light on both UEFA’s and Azerbaijan’s less-than-stellar politics, while neither ruining the spectacle, nor losing the chance (for the Arse at least) to make it to the CL next season.

Are you reading, Laurent? Make it so!
Nick, Irish Gooner in Berlin.

 

PL play-offs
A full five years before football was invented Leeds United played Charlton in a play off Charlton at the time in Div 1 Leeds as per in the second tier, two 1-0 home win legs led to a decider at St Andrews which ended 0-0 and went to extra time.
Leeds lost to a goal scored in the 117th minute after taking the lead
Losing to Derby this year hurt but for those of us who’ve been around a few years the pain has been something we’ve had to learn to take – see Colchester,Histon,Sutton,Donny Rovers,Watford…it’s a long list
I don’t like the play offs, never have, never will, not just because we have made a pigs ear of them every time but because I think you’ve got 46 games to sort this out, why add another three?
Steve Leeds Still happy with our season

 

Cutting corners
Following on from the chap in yesterday’s mailbox recommending the BL playoff (the Germans are a negative beast, they market it as Relegation 2019, really should just call it the BL playoff or something more positive), a tops turvy game of dubious quality but lots of moments, which really sum off the playoff every year.
Not having the riot police on the pitch after the second game would be nice, as it is at Union i reckon the chances of the crap that has happened in the playoffs over the last few years is small as they are a really good bunch of supporters and the club have a quality ethos, and the away allocation is so small there the VFB fans will be outnumbered by the riot cops.
But the real reason I mail in is a pet hate of mine that was put to bed tonight, the whole thing with corners and placing the ball within a millimeter of the line. Tonight unions second goal was a thumping header from a corner taken from within that little quarter circle thing (TAA corner against Barca was also in the little corner).
To all corner takers, just put it inside the line, that 3 inches doesn’t make any difference when you can’t beat the first defender.
Mel- Brussels, Berlin , Athlone Town #hahohe

 

Europa master
Néill, Ireland. The answer is Reyes…

Bizarrely, your question cropped up on a pub quiz about 2 weeks back – the answer *might* have been googled under the table at the time!
Dan, Brighton.