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  • Does Romantic “Chemistry” Really Exist?

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    Ah, the elusive chemistry between two people. We swear it exists but can do little to verify its existence. Is it a feeling, a “vibe” or does is there an actual biological response at play, one we can’t control but simply…is?

    Perhaps a little bit of  both. The science behind attraction includes all of our senses, which help us determine whether someone is right for you.

    According to one article, all senses are at play when meeting someone we might fancy, but sight is particularly important (no surprise there):

    Men, for example, have 25% more neurons in their visual cortices, meaning they tend to place more emphasis on visual cues than women. That being said, both men and women are attracted to visual indications of health, such as clear skin, bright eyes, and shiny hair.

    But even our sense of smell helps us determine a love interest. Interestingly, women in particular can sniff out something called “histocompatibility complex molecules” which give us an idea of someone’s immune system. Which makes sense. We want to find someone we connect with, sure…but if you’re interested in a long-term connection that may include a family, health matters, right?

    Even hearing comes into play. Think of someone you might have been attracted to, but then he or she spoke and the spell was broken.

    But of course, nothing matters as much as that Big First Kiss. That’s where several senses work in tandem, including taste, smell and touch.

    A recent Gallup poll found that 59% of men and 66% of women had ended a new relationship due to a ho-hum first kiss.

    But science be damned: there still seems to be a certain magic that goes beyond our biology and indicates that bigger powers are at play when we meet. So use your senses, but be open to that sixth sense as well…science can’t measure that as easily ; )

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    “Mr. Schubach helped me to design a ring for my wife. Every single person I spoke with was outstandingly helpful. There was a good bit of communication required in order to design the ring via correspondence, but no one ever seemed put out by the effort required. Mr. Schubach and his team are very pleasant, professional jewelers, and they did whatever it took to make my wife’s ring AWESOME. I couldn’t be happier with it, and neither could she. Everyone who sees it is very impressed with the design and workmanship. I would not choose a different jeweler if you paid me to!”

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  • How do Fashion Trends Develop?

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    Did you ever wonder what makes a certain jewelry or fashion choice “hot” only to find out next season, it’s “not” anymore? There’s some interesting science and history to trends that show how we work as a social unit:

    Since the 14th century, according to Bustle:

    Fashion trends were basically designed to show how much extra money and leisure time you had — and to emulate the people at the very top of society, usually the royal court. A person who could discard an entire costume for something else after only a few weeks — or days — clearly had both funds and hours to burn. And, obviously, the royal family and their celebrities were the celebs of the day, so ordinary people followed suit. It’s what’s called the “trickle-down” theory of fashion trends: that people wanted to look wealthier, cooler, and more powerful than they actually were.

    Hmmm…that’s kind of depressing! One would like to believe trends are born out of a need for change and creative expression that represent our changing times, not “let’s where what the Queen’s wearing.”

    Perhaps the answer lies between the two worlds. Sure, there’s a “follower mentality” when it comes to trends but just as likely, there are born innovators who see trends as an opportunity to express and incite change.

    What’s your “trend”? Is there a particular style or fashion choice that seems distinctly you–one you don’t see others wearing? What innovative choices can you make with your look today?

    Dare to Wear Differently! 

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