#no shapers or volumizers

[felassan]

DA:TV spoilers/long post under cut. This post is a continuation of [this post].

A note on the [former] Arishok's - potentially Stenishok's - current whereabouts and activities.

A nod to how Dalish clans can be quite different from each other in some ways. it's neat to hear an example of the way in which the specific details of one of the tales from Dalish lore differs from clan to clan. I would read an entire volume of World of Thedas's worth on this topic alone hh :D

Neve hears the swell of the Docktown sea when she's in the Lighthouse, the sound of the home she loves so dearly 🥺 Neve Gallus I love you

This Crow mask from concept art made it in! I wish this existed as a helmet for Rook, as it slaps ^^

same

I lost Harding in my story (second team leader), so this hurts so bad (which is to say, real good). (˚ಥ﹏ಥ)ง..

where Orzammar has Shapers of Memories, Kal-Sharok has Stewards of Memories.

Ostagar mabari bois reference 🥺 Ostagar here could feasibly have been descended from Dog, the HoF's mabari specifically. during the time of Awakening, Dog was said to have fathered a few litters of puppies.

'Ghilan'nain stamps her notes with a stylized halla head' continues.

Archive Spirits sound like Dragon Age's answer to VIs in Mass Effect, like Avina (versus the AIs). Only seven in the elven lore Bellara knows at the point in time of writing this Codex - did Mythal never feel the need to have an Archive Spirit, did the knowledge of Mythal's simply never come down through time, or did the remaining Evanuris only make Archive Spirits after Mythal had been struck down?

Stories such as ones about the elves in The Last Court 👁️..

for obvious reasons I just think the naming of "Elgar'nan's Pride" is curious...

Calling the moon and the sun to him like doves in this Codex was a neat bit of foreshadowing of the eclipse that happens at his hand during the endgame. quelling an unquiet earth - striking down the Titans and building the elven empire, like here.

Ghil has her halla head symbol to stamp, June has his own mark. I'm super curious to know what form June's takes. The single lyrium crystal split in two to 'join' the two June eluvians remains me a lot of Quantum Entanglement Communicators in Mass Effect hhh.. "When a pair of quantum-entangled particles is separated, a change to one particle will affect the other instantaneously, wherever it lies in the universe. QECs exploit this effect to transmit binary data any distance. Two pairs of entangled particles are necessary for transmission and reception." it's like that, but Dragon Age.

This reminded me of Codex: Raising the Sonallium.

1) In Thedas astronomy, some of the constellations are theorized or interpreted inworld as representing the Evanuris, like Solium and Elgar'nan, and Tenebrium and Falon'Din. Draconis is a very interesting one - there is speculation in the world that Draconis represented "an unknown eighth Old God stricken from historical record". As we now know, the Tevinter 'Old Gods' are linked to the Evanuris as their dragons/Archdemons. and here we have a possible mention of an 'eighth Evanuris' [on top of the 9 minus 2, Mythal and Fen'Harel] [[I know this codex doesn't say this being was one of them specifically, but for the sake of simplicity I'll just say it]] whose name has also mysteriously been struck out.. 👁️👁️ 2) Theory time. Falon'Din and Dirthamen were each soul fragments of what was originally the same spirit soul/being. Morrigan mentions them as being only one such case of this. the entity "The Healer" here is described as being linked to Sylaise. and in Dalish lore, Sylaise showed them how to heal, how to use herbs and magic for healing purposes. in Dalish lore the Vir Atish'an, the Way of Peace, involves learning Sylaise's wisdom, learning the arts of the healer and the mender. What if this 'eighth Evanuris' was the twin to Sylaise in the way Dirthamen was to Falon'Din? then maybe the healing stuff of 'Sylaise 2' "The Healer" came to be remembered as being associated with 'Sylaise 1' "The Surviving Sylaise" (since originally they were the same being after all, there could have been some shared traits or domains maybe)?

◕‿◕ This whole codex entry was super cool and felt kind of meta, it reminded me of how over the years in the fandom people have debated which one is which and tried to line the two sets up hh.

Beyond Thedas. (remembering the new stuff about the Devouring Storm from across the sea too)

These empty settlements made of crystal and obsidian.. that's suuuch a distinctive image and idea. there's something in that, but what?

maybe it's a volcanic land? interestingly volcanic soil can be very fertile, so in different parts of the same 'volanic land' you could feasibly have (especially in a fantasy world anyways, I'm just babbling for fun here, pls don't take the shit 'geology' etc in this post too seriously lol, ik it probably doesnt make actual real sense) areas of bare volcanic rock/glass next to or not far from areas of rich green lush vegetation growth growing from volcanic soil.. maybe the various sailor expeditions to Amaranth with their conflicting reports of it simply landed in different environs of the same 'volcanic place'? that could account for the differing accounts of what Amaranth is like.

There is this picture from the DA:TV artbook that the crystal and obsidian line really reminds me of -

Caption: "A version of the deserts of Nevarra. In this case, trying something with very high contrast: white ash and sharp black obsidian."

but this is apparently a depiction of Nevarra.

a volcanic land.. the Devouring Storm as a cloud of ash or pyroclastic flow? poison fruit, a poison cloud.. something something.. or the differing reports of the land could simply be separated by time instead of place, and something bad happened like an eruption? or could crystal and obsidian both be formed in the great heat of dragonfire? maybe there's dragons in the mix there somehow right, it's "Dragon Age" (there's always a dragon..) and the Qunari made the adaari using dragon blood to help see and fight "the ancient enemy".. something something.. I think there's more to the DS than simply a natural phenomena tho, as it's framed as an ancient enemy (or the tool of such) of the Qunari, something that was being fought, as having devouring anti-magic/magic-nullifying properties and being very cold [or at least that associated mysterious substance stuff is], but it's fun to think about :)

In The Calling, Duncan found a box in a Circle Tower which contained a strange-looking dagger made of obsidian, and there was something kinda weird about it. I read back some of the descriptions of it and something that struck me:

He handed Fiona’s staff to her and passed the black-bladed dagger to Duncan. The moment Duncan touched it, he felt a strange pulsing deep within the metal. It was cold and strangely . . . off. Yet it had never felt like this before. What could be happening to it?

here his dagger is cold and off. Compare DA:TV codex entry "Mystery Substance" (MS is connected to the DS): "It is cold, for one; ice forms on the vial's sides, even in the warmth of the afternoon sun."

and

“I was hoping!” Duncan raced as fast as he could, intending to stab the man before he could manage another spell. He leaped into the air, his dagger poised for the strike, but it was too late. Remille raised his other hand and a jet of dark shadow poured forth from it. It struck Duncan in the chest and propelled him backwards. He crashed to the ground well away from the mage, screaming in pain as the shadows spread over him like a blanket. It felt like a million ants crawling over his skin, each one biting and tearing away a piece of flesh. He flailed and swatted at the blackness with his free hand, but it was insubstantial. Like a ghost, his hand simply passed through it even though he could feel it consuming him. Desperate, he stabbed at the shadow with his dagger. Better to carve off his own flesh than be eaten whole by this magic. To his surprise, he didn’t stab himself. The moment the blade so much as touched the shadows, they recoiled from it. He began pressing the blade with frenzied haste against his body wherever the darkness touched him, and each time it retreated. Within moments he had escaped, backing against a wall and breathing rapidly. Terror raced through him as he stared at the inky black pool that lay just a foot from him, now sizzling. That could have been me, he thought. He was covered in sweat. The leather armor on his legs was torn up, the skin beneath it covered in slick blood, but he was whole. The dagger almost pulsated now. 

and here, magic spell-cast shadows recoil and retreat from the dagger, and it begins to pulsate. compare "Yet there is more to it than a simple chill. I cast several spells on the substance to ascertain its nature (once I removed it from Atrahel's possession; an easy task with one as dull as he) but the magic simply vanished as if consumed. When brought near any active magical ward, unless said ward had been cast with tremendous power, it sputtered and disappeared. A magic that devours all others would be a powerful weapon. If I could channel and master that energy". the MS also fills Atrahel with vim and vigor, where Duncan's dagger prevented him from being affected by the Calling and protected him from Blight corruption.. idk it could totally be nothing at all but it's interesting that some tales of a land across the sea recount obsidian structures, the DS is connected to across the sea stuff, the MS is connected to the DS, the MS is cold and anti-magic/consumes magic, and then you have Duncan's weird obsidian dagger which is cold and anti-magic. could totally be nothing, coincidence or bc [iirc] Duncan's dagger was enchanted and was made of the magic that the Architect taught Remille tho hh.. this post is word salad atp, not even a theory. 💀

This Memento describes that if the human nations call another Exalted March on the elves, Antiva/The Crows will not stand idly by while it happens this time.

Pertaining to the First Days of.. the First Elves...? as they walked for the first time on physical legs and breathed in air into lungs for the first time, maybe struggling to process / attune to their new form of being (flesh bodies rather than spirits)?

pertaining to the final days of Elvhenan? the Evanuris wronged the Titans before the formation of the Veil. the Titans' anger/severed dreams became the Blight, a growing thing that has been used as a weapon (e.g. Ghil) and can bring down gods, and it found frightened elves in their flesh bodies? 🤔

"Pillars" is cool phrasing for this set of Mementos because of the Titans as the Pillars of the Earth stuff :)

House Saelac (of Gorim Saelac fame) had a presence in or association with Kal-Sharok too, at one point.

I'm obsessed by the fact that for centuries Kal-Sharok sent spies out into the world above (and also to Orzammar too it sounds like?) to keep an eye on what was going on, and all that time the people they spoke to never knew from where they came.

Any connection to Codex Entry: Memories of a Duet? [ctrl-f "duet"]

The Fen'Harel art on this one says that this is to do with Solas. his failure in DA:I - the Orb of Fen'Harel lying broken into shards at the end after Corypheus was defeated, its power gone forever. misplaced trust, betrayal.. a whole new set of painful regrets start burning, added to the already large pyre.

Also Solas-related from its art. Sounds like one of his frescoes that he paints right? which god? the phrasing there could be interpreted as 'the god being painted' or 'the god doing the painting' both imo.

If the other two "Remnant" ones are Solas-related chances are this one is as well. a token or statuette of Mythal in dragon-aspect, well-handled by Solas ig q.q death is a parting and all that.

Garahel reference 🥺

[averixus]

on friday I decided I wanted to make better luggage bags for my wheelchair in time for my trip today (monday), so I spent the weekend in a frenzy and created these

lots more pics and info under the cut!

until now I've been using an off-the-rack under seat bag at the front (smaller than necessary, awkward to use) and random shopping bags bungeed to the axle at the back (impossible to add/remove items without taking them off and unpacking them entirely, not much volume for all that effort).

here's my old setup for comparison (although I can still add the backpack with the new setup too):

the old front bag attached by wrapping all the way over the seat, which made it difficult to remove. it was also unnecessarily small - there was a lot of wasted spare space behind and either side of it.

I measured up for a replacement to properly fill the available space. It's a simple but irregular cuboid - the top edge slopes slightly (because the seat slopes), and the top is narrower than the bottom (becase the frame is in the way at the top).

I designed mine to attach directly to the frame, rather than around the seat. at the back there are short straps with side-release buckles to wrap around a conveniently-placed bar on the frame. at the front are more side-release buckles, attached to make use of the buckles that were installed on the chair by the manufacturer (intended to attach a much smaller under seat bag).

the old bag just had one big compartment inside, so there was no easy way to keep small items accessible without them getting lost among everything else. so I added pockets to mine!

at the top, I made a panel the whole size of the top face, and attached it at a slight diagonal to make a shallow sloping pocket. I also added big flat patch pockets to both sides. and I added a piece of really thick cardboard as a base shaper so it wouldn't sag when full of stuff.

the rear bag was a lot more complicated. I didn't have an existing bag for this use at all, I'd been getting by with just bungeeing soft bags onto whatever bars I could reach on the frame.

I took a bunch of measurements and planned out my design. to make the best use of the space, it needed to wrap *around* the axle both above and below. so the end result is a slightly irregular cuboid but with a cutout at one side.

just above the axle cutout, there are short straps which clip around side bars on the frame to keep it in place. at the other end there are longer straps which buckle around the horizontal bar on the seat backrest, to hold it up.

I didn't add any pockets to this bag, because it's basically for luggage so I won't need to get at small things while it's still attached. more board in the bottom to keep the base in shape.

I would have used a double-ended zip for this one too but I couldn't get one in time (might replace it later). I'm also wondering about adding a shelf or something, to make it easier to squeeze things into the little above-axle space without falling back out.

on both bags I added a strip of old woven belt along the inside top of the opening, to help it keep its shape when the zip is undone.

I don't know enough sewing vocabulary to describe the kind of seam I used on them, but- I folded the edges in, right-sides together, and then topstitched over them. just one line of stitching per seam, but that line goes through each piece of fabric twice. raw edges still exposed on the inside.

I successfully took the new bags on a 4.5-hour train journey today, packed with a week's worth of luggage. and when I arrived, all I had to do was clip them off the chair and lay them on their backs, and then they can easily unzip like suitcases!

[myfemjourney]

Lighten up!

Embrace each moment with a heart unburdened by the past and a spirit untethered by fears of the future.

Let's make the most of what is today.

Learnings for me:

1. Coloured side light reflecting off you give you a colourful canvas.

2. Eye-liner is difficult, but the results are worth it.

3. Bracer bust shapers on top of your existing push-ups are a key to get some volume up there

Let me know if you like this pic? If yes, more in this dress will follow

[fuzzkaizer]

EKO - Multitone + EKO Crescendo volume pedal

Strepitoso: Wah Wah Treble/Bass Booster: Tone Shaper Distortion: '60s Sounding Fuzz Repeat Percussion: Unique Sounding Tremolo

"

Apparently it's the firt multi-effect ever. It has Wah (called Strepitoso in italian), Treble/Bass Booster, Distortion and Repeat (percussion tremolo). So I traced the 4 different circuits, you can find attached the schematics and some pics. FS33805 are npn BJT with 1:C 2:B 3:E pinout. I tested one and hfe was 216. BC208 is apparently an equivalent and if i'm not mistaken 2n3904 could do the job. 4JD5E44 is a UJT (maybe equivalent to 2n2646 ?)"

cred: reverb.com/The Isolation Booth Studio, freestompboxes.org/Nocentelli, Bononoob,

[shivunin]

Artifacts of Thedas

A set of 40 writing/art prompts situated in the Dragon Age universe:

A vial of lyrium; one drop remains

Crushed elfroot leaves

A freshly painted vhenadahl

A mage’s staff, splintered in the center

A Joining cup, its lip badly dented

Two handprints on an aravel

A Crow’s dagger, sticky with drying blood

A basket full of embrium and blood lotus

Dracolisk scales

A shard of mirrored glass that reflects a different sky

Avvar furs, warm before the fire

A book of Tevene grammar, open on a table

A partially melted statue of Andraste

Volume of Koslun’s teachings, the page edges soft and worn

A meticulously clean elven mosaic

Bronze statuette of the Champion, polished by handling

An Inquisition banner, mended many times over

Lyrium dust suspended in a clear fluid

A pendant of a Paragon

An empty nug cage

An unstrung bow that whispers when touched

A set of leather armor with bolt holes in the shoulder

A plaque denoting the Hero of Ferelden’s birthplace

Halla fur caught on tree bark

An empty chest with scratch marks around the lock 

A letter with a broken seal; the wax is stamped with a familiar symbol

A small pot of kaddis, partially used

A handful of werewolf teeth

A sketch marked with the symbol of the Shaperate

Party favor from an alienage wedding

A Satinalia mask

A palm frond from Seheron

Orlesian shoes with jeweled buckles

A hand mirror, its glass irreparably shattered

A Rivaini amulet on a golden chain

Templar armor, marked by lightning

A cask of ale from Orzammar

Sketchbook marked with a griffon insignia

A doll dressed in an Antivan gown

Tiny cakes that taste like melancholy

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DEVIZE VOGUE MESH (engrish generally Borg)

shaper up

3 piece mesh

Shaper mesh is popular for its sharpness.

Introducing an updated version!

his name is Vogue

Did you know that the design of mesh wheels is derived from wire spokes? At a time when the level of technology was low, wire spokes were almost the only structure that could achieve both strength and lightness, and they were even used on racetracks. Come to think of it, the rough mesh design was also born from competition use, and it seems that the mesh and the circuit are inextricably linked.

However, for some reason, a sedan with mesh wheels gives off an atmosphere of elegance and luxury. Just as when you look at a classic car, even if it's a perfect racing car, you get a sense of its elegant beauty, so the mesh wheels themselves may have that mysterious magical power. . Therefore, wheel manufacturers are releasing many mesh wheels that are designed to be gorgeous and elegant.

This Devise Vogue Mesh" is one such wheel. Shaper, a one-piece model that is popular for its reverse mesh.

This is an updated version of the mesh wheel. By inheriting the basic design of the shaper mesh and making it into three pieces, we were able to change the previous clean form to a sense of extrusion that rivals the volume of a sedan. If you think about it this way, it might be better to think of it as an evolution, a model that has evolved normally, rather than an upgrade.

Now, this Vogue mesh has a basic structure of 3 pieces forged. Among them, the rim is a record-breaking super diamond cut rim.

Ensures strength and lightness. Of course, the shine is brilliant. There are four color variations for the disc that is combined with the rim: full plating, plating & white, plating & gunmetal, and silver. If you want to show off a sharp mesh style, we recommend plating and gunmetal, and if you're aiming for a neo-European look, full plating would be perfect. If you want a gorgeous VIP finish, choose the option

of gold piercing bolts

You can't go wrong with the set.

Used because of its excellent design.

The expression that changes depending on how you wear it is easy

Shut it down.

The above prices are for plated discs and gold pierce bolts. Standard silver is 7,000 yen cheaper, plated & white plated & gunmetal is 3,000 yen higher, and without gold earring bolt is 3,000 yen cheaper.

Message from the manufacturer

By making it 3 pieces, it became more suitable for sedans

The one-piece shaper mesh is a simple and elegant wheel, but the Borg mesh is made into three pieces to give it an even more high-society feel. The basic styling is inherited from the shaper mesh, but the rim finish and color variations are more suited to sedans equipped with an impactful aero kit and lowered. I think it's perfect for Y32/33. Another feature is that the spokes are quite thin, so you can clearly see the brake system, giving a sense of the car's functional parts and driving.

[dragon-age-codex-entries]

Codex entry: Lyrium

“Lyrium is the king of metals. Beneath our feet, it sings. When properly refined, it is a smooth, slightly iridescent, silvery liquid. In the hands of the dwarven Smith Caste, it is mixed with steel to produce indestructible armor and blades that hold an edge for centuries. In the hands of the Shaperate, it becomes a repository for living memories. And some scholars maintain this as evidence that lyrium is, itself, alive.

It finds its most lucrative application in the hands of the Formari, who use it in conjuctionsic with baser metals like gold, silverite, veridium, or even iron to produce enchantments. Though mages, of course, consume it in a diluted form to bolster their abilities, this is not recommended. Overindulgence in lyrium can have disastrous consequences, particularly in more concentrated amounts. It is not advisable, for instance, that any reader handle raw lyrium, which in many cases can kill on contact.”

—An excerpt from An Alchemical Primer of Metallurgy: Volume One by Lord Cerastes of Marnas Pell.

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[sims2casfindsbyck]

#25

makeup specifically for the very young, or the soft featured.

This set eschews hard edges, dark shadows, and greasy highlights; instead using the shape of warm blush tones to suggest facial volume. I could not have made this set five years ago, I didn't have the art chops.

From left to right on the thumbnails:

- "Cutie Pie Blush" is my pride and joy. It looks simple, but I worked really hard on it. It blushes the side of the face, creating a round, youthful look.

- The "Cheek Poofer" is exactly what it says on the tin, it'll poof up the cheeks. It accents the apples of the cheeks without adding age.

- The "Chin Blusher" is a subtle thing in this image. It adds a glow to the soft underside of the chin. This spot gets neglected by makeup artists, because you pretty much can't see it in bodyshop. You'll notice it when toddlers look up at things though.

- "Soft Orbit Blusher" took a few tries. I wanted a blush that would emphasize the idea of cheekbones underneath the cheeks, and suggest that the person would have eyebags if they had less subcutaneous fat.

- "Bitty Bags" are so bitty I almost didn't include them. But some people take a lot of close-ups, so I left them in.

- "Poofy Cheek Lip Corners" are really intense if you try to use them on thin-faced sims, but they can add a lot of character to a happy baby face.

- "Jaw Shaper" is a bit of makeup I've personally wanted for a while. It's always bugged me that Sim's jaws seem to end far past their ears. This is a fix for that. Particularly useful for sims with shorter faces.

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Why It’s a Game-Changer in Forex While other traders are glued to technical charts, savvy players use CAB data to: - Anticipate long-term currency trends based on trade flows. - Gauge economic stability (a country with a consistent surplus usually has a stronger currency). - Align trades with central bank policies influenced by CAB dynamics. How to Apply CAB Insights - Monitor Economic Calendars: Track releases from reliable sources like the IMF or World Bank. - Pair Strong vs. Weak Currencies: For example, match a surplus-heavy currency (e.g., JPY) against a deficit-laden one (e.g., USD) for strategic trades. - Stay Ahead of Policy Changes: Central banks often react to CAB trends with rate adjustments—stay tuned to their announcements. Real-World Example: When Japan’s current account showed a widening surplus in 2023, the JPY gained strength against major currencies like the EUR and USD. Traders who acted on this insight bagged significant gains. Combining Market Profile and Current Account Balance for Maximum Impact Here’s where things get spicy. Think of Market Profile and CAB as peanut butter and jelly—great individually, but unbeatable together. Step-by-Step Guide to Strategic Synergy: - Start with CAB Analysis: Identify currencies with strong or weak fundamentals based on current account data. - Overlay Market Profile: Use the profile to pinpoint ideal entry and exit levels for the selected currency pairs. - Execute with Precision: Combine the macro view (CAB) with the micro-level insights (Market Profile) to time your trades perfectly. Case Study: In 2024, when Germany’s CAB surplus indicated strong fundamentals for the EUR, and Market Profile showed HVNs around 1.10 against USD, traders who combined these insights saw consistent profits. Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Even seasoned traders make rookie mistakes. Let’s break down the most common ones and how to sidestep them: - Overloading Indicators: Combining too many tools can cloud judgment. Stick to Market Profile and CAB for a clean, effective strategy. - Ignoring News Events: Major geopolitical or economic shifts can nullify technical analysis. Stay informed with real-time updates from StarseedFX Forex News. - Underestimating Risk: Even with perfect analysis, no trade is guaranteed. Use tools like the Smart Trading Tool to manage lot sizes and risk. Wrap-Up: Transform Insights into Action Trading success is no longer about guessing; it’s about combining intelligence and strategy. Market Profile gives you the micro-level precision, while Current Account Balance provides the macroeconomic context to guide your decisions. Together, they’re an unstoppable duo for elevating your Forex game. Ready to unlock more elite tactics? Explore our in-depth resources: - Free Forex Courses - Daily Insider Tips - Free Trading Plan   —————– Image Credits: Cover image at the top is AI-generated Read the full article

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 🏄‍♂️🌊 Volume vs Thickness: A Surfer’s Dilemma! 🌊

🏄‍♂️Ever found yourself wondering how volume and thickness affect your surfboard’s performance? 🤔 I recently had a deep chat with Gary, a skilled surfboard shaper, and it got me thinking!When I placed my board order, Gary asked me for the volume, but I could only remember the thickness—2 5/8". 🏄‍♂️ Curious, I asked him to explain the difference, and here's what I learned:Thickness refers to the center thickness, while volume is the overall foam inside the board. 🌊 It’s all about how foam is distributed across the board, which impacts how it rides.For example, a dome deck has less foam at the rails, while a flat deck offers more foam on the rails. 🏄‍♂️ Finding the right balance is key!If you're jumping between different shapers or boards, you’ll notice the variations in how volume is spread. Every shaper has their own unique approach. 🌟Whether you're a pro or a beginner, understanding how volume and thickness affect your ride can totally change your surfing game! 🌊🤙What’s your take on the volume vs thickness discussion when selecting a surfboard? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #SurfboardTalks #VolumeVsThickness #SurfingTips #surfboards #surfboardshapers #shapers

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The Ultimate Guide to Dressing for Your Body Shape

Fashion trends are ever evolving and meeting all the fashion standards is a vicious cycle. Even if you have the latest collection in your wardrobe, it does not guarantee a flattering look. This is primarily because the products are marketed as universal, however, the appearance of a piece of clothing is highly determined by your body shape. Thus, when shopping from a top online shopping site for women's clothing in India, be mindful of the cuts of the clothing, to make sure you dress to slay. Read along the blog to know more about the various ways to dress according to your body shape.

What to Wear According to Your Body Shape

Apple Body Shape (Oval Shape)

The apple body is characterized by a heavier upper body in comparison to your lower part. The shape features broad shoulders and a bigger bust line, gathering weight around the midriff. Now, as most of the weight gathers above the hips, the mid-riff appears heavier than the remaining body with a minimal waistline. Thus, wearing dresses with V, deep V, plunge V, and sweetheart necklines creates the illusion of an elongated torso. Use accessories to draw attention close to the face or legs.

A-line or empire cuts are ideal for apple body shape. Wear printed dresses or patterned jackets that add a layer to shift the focus. Monochrome looks, dark colors, full or 3/4th sleeve dresses, and flowy tops will also help. For the bottoms choose flared options such as palazzos, to create a balance. Also, go for bottoms with higher waistlines as this will give a more balanced and elongated look. Make sure that the pieces sit well on the right curves, so go for a bit of tailoring if required.  The hourglass shape is good and can rock any look, but wearing a loose and oversized look would not be the right choice, as they will conceal the most desired curves.  

Pear Body Shape (Triangle Shape)

The shape is distinguished by a well-defined lower body, with the butt and thighs visually bigger than the upper body. People with this body shape have comparatively narrower shoulders. The best part of this body type is that the right styling can help you create the illusion of an hourglass figure. You can also try body shaper for women, to get the hourglass figure with much ease.

Wide-legged pants, A-line skirts, or dresses with patterned or ruffled tops are great for creating a balanced look. The wide pants would draw attention away from the wide lower body and the ruffled tops would add up to the width of the upper body.  Skinny jeans with loose tops help create an hourglass illusion. Crop tops, sweetheart, V or deep-V, padded jackets and tops, and scoop, or boat necks will balance the bottom. Avoid skin-fitting tops, halter necklines, and loose bottoms as these would accentuate the pear shape.

Banana Body Shape (Rectangle Shape)

The rectangle-shaped body is usually well-balanced from the shoulders to the hips.  The arms and legs are the assets for the people with rectangle-shaped bodies. The body is like the hourglass figure minus the defined waistline. So, the dressing is all the more similar for both body shapes.

The best pieces of clothing for body shape include A-line skirts and ruffled and layered tops. The ideal cuts include sleeveless, strapless, and sweetheart lines. Blazers, long jackets, and capes can be used to add much-needed drama to the overall look. However, avoid wearing overarching dresses, as they would look very consuming and might not look great.  

Inverted Triangle Body Shape

People with this body shape have an athletic-looking body with shoulders much broader than the hips. Thus, the key to dressing for this style is the enhancement of the arms and shoulders as much as possible. Also, wear clothes that add definition to your hips, giving you a more balanced look.

Straight-cut jeans and dresses naturally have an inverted V-look and thus would be the best for your body type. You can also add volume to your lower body using voluminous fabrics, light colors, details, and prints. You can also try pencil-cut skirts, skinny jeans, and other pieces of the kind to rock the look. Always avoid much layering to the upper body. V-neck lines work well and create an illusion of narrow shoulders, so these can be used to gain a more proportionate look.

Visit Trendy Online Shopping Sites in India Now

So, now that you know how to dress for your body shape, visit an affordable online shopping site in India, and restock your wardrobe. Mavshack liveshopping is one such lowest-price online shopping site in India. It offers women's fashion, men's fashion, and kids' essentials. It is also the best online shopping site in India for accessories. You can also shop for body shapers for women, to look your best in ethnic wear. The platform offers the best shapewear for plus size as well.  It offers durable products at attractive discounts. So, do not wait and visit Mavshack liveshopping now.

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Design Your Own Surfboard with Solid Surfboards

Are you a surf enthusiast looking to carve your way through the waves on a board that is truly unique? Designing your own surfboard is an exciting and rewarding process that allows you to create a board tailored to your specific style and needs. At Solid Surfboards, we believe in empowering surfers to bring their dream boards to life with custom designs and top-notch craftsmanship. Here’s how you can Design your own surfboard and make the most out of your surfing experience.

Why Go Custom?

Choosing a custom surfboard offers numerous advantages over off-the-rack options. Custom boards allow you to:

Tailor Fit and Performance: A custom board can be shaped to match your body size, skill level, and surfing style. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, the right dimensions can significantly impact your performance.

Personalize Aesthetics: Express your personality through custom graphics, colors, and logos. Your board becomes an extension of your identity.

Optimize for Local Conditions: Design a board that suits the specific wave conditions of your local surf spot, whether it’s small beach breaks or powerful reef breaks.

The Design Process

1. Consultation

The journey begins with a consultation. At Solid Surfboards, we work closely with you to understand your needs, preferences, and surfing goals. This stage involves discussing your surfing background, the types of waves you typically surf, and any specific design ideas you have in mind.

2. Choosing the Shape

The shape of your surfboard is crucial for its performance. Here are some common shapes and their characteristics:

Shortboard: Ideal for high-performance surfing, offering maneuverability and speed.

Fish: Wider and shorter, perfect for smaller waves and providing extra buoyancy.

Longboard: Classic style, great for smooth, flowing rides and nose-riding.

Funboard: A hybrid design that balances performance and stability, suitable for all-around surfing.

Your shaper will help you select the best shape based on your skill level and the conditions you’ll be surfing in.

3. Customizing Dimensions

Dimensions such as length, width, and thickness are adjusted to fit your body and style. The volume (measured in liters) is also crucial, as it affects the board’s buoyancy. A board with the right volume will help you paddle efficiently and catch waves more easily.

4. Selecting Materials

The choice of materials affects the board’s durability and performance. Solid Surfboards offers a range of options including:

Polyurethane (PU) Foam: Traditional and versatile, offering a classic feel.

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam: Lightweight and strong, ideal for high-performance boards.

Eco-Friendly Materials: Options like recycled foam and bio-resins for environmentally conscious surfers.

5. Designing the Look

This is where your creativity shines. Work with our team to design graphics, colors, and finishes that make your board stand out. Whether you prefer a sleek, minimalist design or a vibrant, eye-catching look, the choice is yours.

6. Crafting the Board

Once the design is finalized, our skilled craftsmen get to work. Shaping, glassing, and finishing are done with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that your board is not only beautiful but also high-performing.

7. Final Touches and Delivery

After the board is crafted, we add any final touches, such as leash plugs and fins. Your custom surfboard is then ready for pickup or delivery, and you can hit the waves with a board that is uniquely yours.

Conclusion

Designing your own surfboard is a fantastic way to enhance your surfing experience. At Solid Surfboards, we are committed to helping you create a board that reflects your personal style and meets your specific needs. Whether you’re riding your first wave or perfecting your barrel, a custom surfboard is an investment in your surfing journey.

Ready to start your custom surfboard project? Contact Solid Surfboards today and let’s make your dream board a reality!

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Matt Biolos - Mayhem / Lost Surfboards Boardroom Surfboard Show #surfboa...

Got it! Here's a summary based on the provided chapters for the BoardRoom Surf Show Podcast:

Our podcast begins with a warm welcome to the Boardroom, where we navigate through the fascinating world of surfboards. We dive into the challenges of maintaining authenticity in surfboards, exploring how the industry balances tradition with innovation. From the early days of surfing to the present, we uncover the origins of mayhem on surfboards and the evolution of board designs to meet the demands of pro surfers.

Moving forward, we spotlight the art and science of making boards for pro athletes, emphasizing the dedication and hard work behind their success. Through interviews and insights, we showcase the journey of surf icons like Chris Ward and the grand finale moments that define their careers. Our discussions also touch on designing performance surfboards for beginners and optimizing board volume for average surfers, providing valuable tips for surf enthusiasts of all levels.

In later episodes, we delve into the nuances of surfboard characteristics, sustainable options like the B2 Stub, and the craftsmanship of artisan hand-built boards. We explore surfboard materials, innovations, and the legacy of surfing legends like Mark Richards. From custom surfboards to gloss finishes, resin tints, and board modifications inspired by pros like Gabriel Medina, our podcast celebrates the passion, skill, and creativity that shape the surfboard industry. Join us for a deep dive into surfboard culture, custom designs, and the vibrant community that keeps the waves alive.

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