Monthly Archive for: ‘March, 2010’

The Sophisticated Stud: A Fashionista’s Dream Loafer

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I rarely wear flats or loafers, but these new Cristian Louboutins have me singing a whole other tune while scraping through the sofa for pocket change. I absolutely love these lace-ups with studded leather and slick patent contrast, but I’m not sure if I would invest this much in a somewhat trendy item. When spending over $500 for a shoe …

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Chopsticks or Silverware Part 2: Greeting and Business Card exchange etiquette in Asia

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Handshakes     When in China, Hong Kong, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, or South Korea, you can shake hands. Avoid direct eye contact during the handshake, and don’t shake very hard or very long. The customary greeting is the bow. However, some Japanese may greet you with a handshake, albeit a weak one. Do not misinterpret a weak handshake …

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