What is an ear cuff?

What is an ear cuff?

Fashion recovers old styles and forms of design. Thus, if we want to know what ear cuff is, we must go back to the 90s with the fashion of the earrings that were placed in the cartilage of the ear. However, fashion is not something that simply recovers old traditions or objects and simply introduces them to the market. This 21st century recovery of an element from the 1990s is associated with some modifications to adapt it to the current world.


Ear cuff: jewelry recovery


If jewelry has been left behind for a few years and had fallen into decline, ear cuff earrings aim to regain the splendor they once had. After the steps of the XXL necklaces in fluorescent tones, the rhinestones or the different rings for each of the fingers, both standing and hand, it is time to recover accessories for the ears and the ear cuff earrings will take care of it.

The ear cuff earrings are designed so that our entire ear is an element that helps us in our makeup and aesthetics. The main function of this type of earrings is to unite the earlobe with the cartilage. To do this, you can use a small chain or cover the entire profile of the ear with stones or strass. The choice is up to each one and how they feel most comfortable.


Ear cuff perfect complement


Ear cuff earrings are an element that already accompanies all the stars on the national and international scene. Actresses, models, athletes and even renowned writers have been seduced by this trend and have different models to combine with each of their clothing.

Although the appearance of this accessory dates back to ancient Egypt, it was not until designer Annelise Michelson made an adaptation when it began to be considered as an element that could serve to improve the external appearance of those who wear it. This, together with the commitment of well-known artists such as Angelina Jolie, Emma Watson or Cara Delevingne put ear cuffs at the center of the fashion world hurricane.

Seductive, daring, original and modern, ear cuffs have conquered all the well-known jewelery brands and we can find them in most of the stores that offer us both jewelry, clothing and accessories. However, to properly wear an ear cuff it is necessary to know some details. For example, to avoid overloading our aesthetics and that it seems too much, ear cuffs are only placed on one ear leaving the other totally free of any slope. In addition, this type of earrings, having quite ornate elements, are usually used at night, although we find some simpler model to wear during the day.



The perfect combination with this type of jewelry is a modern, modern and casual look, rocker type. Although we can get them with any other style, the one mentioned above is the one that best suits its characteristics. On the other hand, there are some ear cuffs with glitters and stones that are quite striking and should be combined with more simple and discreet clothing.

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Here's How to Trade Options in 5 Steps

Here's How to Trade Options in 5 Steps



So you want to know how to trade options? Well get excited - because is easier than you think. Here I have simplified the process into five easy steps. If you simply follow these steps and don't over-complicate the process, then you'll be well on your way to trading options in no time!

==ONE==Understand Basic Option How-To

There's nothing difficult here. Just a bit of memorizing.

* Make sure you know the difference between a call and a put.
* Be sure to understand your rights/obligations as a buyer/seller of each.

TIP: Go to any online stock exchange and download their options booklet (most provide a free information booklet.) Read through the booklet in its entirety - several times! When understanding How to Trade Options, make sure you are completely comfortable with these key concepts:

* If share price increases, call-option price increases.
* If share price drops, put-option price increases.

Also:

* If you buy a call - you are purchasing the right to buy the underlying security at the option strike price. So, you have the right (but not the obligation) to exercise the call (that is you can BUY the underlying security at the option strike price).
* If you sell a call - you are selling the right to buy the underlying security at the option strike price. If the buying 3rd party exercises this right, you will be forced to SELL to them at the option strike price (especially if the market price is higher than the strike).
* If you buy a put - you are purchasing the right to sell the underlying security at the option strike price. So, you have the right (but not the obligation) to exercise the put (that is you can SELL the underlying security at the option's strike price).
* If you sell a put - you are selling the right to sell the underlying security at the option strike price. If the buying 3rd party exercises this right, you will be forced to BUY from them at the option strike price (especially if the market price is lower than the strike).

In the beginning, that's all you need to know. Once you start paper trading (in Step 4) you'll be able to answer you're own questions along the way - either through your own experience or by reading books and other training material.

==TWO==Find a options-strategy to suit you.

There are thousands of strategies you could choose from. It's important you choose something that suits your lifestyle, your personal risk-tolerance, your beginning trading bank, the time you have available, etc. Personally, I like the Australian Stock Exchange - ASX Equity Options. ASX equity options are traded for 6 hours per day, 5 days a week. They also provide some excellent How to Trade Options free resources.

TIP: If you don't live in Australia, you can still trade the Australian options on the ASX. In fact, it may even suit you better than your local stock exchange. Just think, depending on where you live, you might find ASX hours allow you to be an evening trader - a great way to start trading when you're still holding down a 9-5 job!

You'll also want to give some though to whether long-term or short-term trading suits you best. I like to "day trade" options. This means I never hold an option overnight. It means a lot to me to know my money is locked away in the bank overnight. I don't need to be lose sleep about whether my stocks might gap up or down each morning.

When investigating how to trade options, your chosen strategy should provide definite entry and exit points (to remove any doubt) and it must be based on excellent money management.

==THREE==Select your broker.

Today it's very easy to find good quality online brokers. Look for a broker who understand how to trade options, that has good prices and also provides free charting software. It's also nice to know your broker can take orders over the phone (as a safety net if your internet goes down). Browse the link to my how to trade options web site at the base of this article to see the broker I recommend at the moment

==FOUR==Paper trade your strategy.

With your basic knowledge, strategy and broker in place, it's time to get stuck into paper trading (i.e. practice trading with numbers, but not real money). When paper trading a new system, it's very important to execute every single trade as if it were real. I go to the extent of entering my order into my trading software - but I stop before clicking "buy". This gives me a feel for the speed of execution I will need to take my system live. When learning how to trade options, you really do need to make your experience as real as possible.

==FIVE==Go live.

Now it's time for the excitement! Always start small... just a couple of contracts will do. Most times one or two contracts will only break even of maybe bring you a small loss after brokerage, but that doesn't matter. Count it as a small education expense. The idea is to experience entering a real order in your trading platform. Once you have paper-traded for 6-12 weeks and you know your strategy creates profits, then by all means place full sized trades... and watch your bank account grow!


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Help! - I Need a Plumber

Help! - I Need a Plumber



Finding good plumbers in the UK is difficult. Need a plumber in an emergency and you've got a real problem.

There's lots of articles available on selecting plumbers. We've all heard the advice - get quotes, follow up references and ask friends and families for referrals. All good stuff but it makes it sound as if people needing a plumber have a choice available to them.

This really misunderstands the issue which the average householder faces. Yes we do want to find a great plumber, that knowledgeable, polite, punctual, reasonably priced paragon of virtue but before we get that far, we have to find a plumber who is prepared to do business with us.

If you need a plumber in an emergency, you'll either find the ones which have priced themselves out of the market and so are often available - Mr or Mrs "It'll cost you!" or their more reasonably priced cousin Dave "Quickest I could get to you is next Wednesday." Not great if you have a leak and it's now Sunday.

Indeed the position is not much better if you are planning routine work such as having a boiler serviced or a bathroom installed. Getting a quote can be a challenge - getting the work started much more difficult.

Now, according to recent reports, the position should be easing.

Over the past few years, the press has run stories about a shortage of plumbers. In 2003, the British Plumbing Employer's Council estimated that the plumbing industry would need to recruit 29,000 new entrants over the next 5 years. This led to reports of City workers leaving their jobs in the hope of earning £70,000 a year as a plumber.

More recently, however, there are accounts of workers with plumbing experience from Eastern Europe filling vacancies on building sites and a surplus of trainees trying to find jobs.

For the householder, this should mean that finding a good plumber who is available is much easier. The logic is fine but plumbers who are available for work are still an elusive breed. So if you have water pouring through the ceiling or your new bathroom arrives next Wednesday, read on for Hot Hints on tracking down a plumber.

Hot Hints for Finding a Plumber

Asking for recommendations from family and friends is always a good first port of call.
Check out one of the internet directories on-line - you can search for plumbers close to you and the better guides give the plumbers the space to provide details of their experience and specialist skills. Remember to mention the directory when you call - some have arrangements where the plumbers offer a discount.
Look in your local parish magazine. Often the plumbers who advertise there live close by - in an emergency someone who is just down the road may well be quicker, cheaper and, more importantly, willing to turn out.
Try your local paper. Some plumbers will advertise in the classified ads all year round, others will appear only when they are not busy - increasing your chance of finding someone who says "yes".
Ring your local letting agent - letting agents usually have a team of tradesmen and women who are set up to respond quickly to problems faced by tenants of the agent. Their plumber may be willing to help you.
Call your plumbing supply shop - the staff get to know the regulars really well and are likely to be able to suggest someone who is not only good but who is available to take on your job.
Plan in advance, every time, a friend has plumbing work done ask them who did it and if they were any good. Keep details of the recommended plumbers. Then, when the leak or blockage occurs you know who to 'phone straight away.



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