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The quintessential summer top for the modestly conscious.

Made of light weight material, 95% cotton and 5% spandex, it is both breathable and maintains the perfect fit. The lifesaver promises an easy wash: machine washable,  no shrinking,  or fabric deterioration. It is available in both long and 3/4 length sleeves. The 3/4 sleeve top is currently available in four great colors: Black, White, Purple, and Heather Grey. For the full length sleeve we have Black, Ivory, Silver Grey, and Navy. A great range of sizes for everyone: XS-XXL.

The lifesaver is a basic wardrobe staple that can be worn plain or as a shell. For those that wish to avoid layering their clothing in the summer, but do not like the idea of wearing a plain top, can add a long necklace or summer kerchief. I personally love a plain white refreshing top in the summer, and buy them at every opportunity!

Take advantage of the current special! Lifesavers are only $20 each (in both long and 3/4 sleeves)!

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No one ever said being modest was easy. As spring has rapidly turned to summer, being fashionably modest has the added challenge of trying to say cool too. Sure we can try to move quickly from air conditioned home to an air conditioned car to an air conditioned workspace, but at some point you’re going to want to take your kids to the park or walk to Shul or your mother’s house on Shabbos. Heat illnesses (including strokes) can be silent, deadly and very real.

So how can you stay cool on these dog days of summer?  One study shows that drinking very cold water could help regulate your body temperature in the heat.  As for what to wear outdoors, you should know tzniusdik clothes are not necessarily a disadvantage.  After all,  people have been wearing long sleeves and cloaks in the desert and in the Middle East for thousands of years!  Our clothing can actually act like a thermal layer, protecting us from overexposure to the sun and actually keeping our temperatures balanced by wicking heat away.  The trick is to wear natural fibers that are light in color, like linen and cotton, that are good conductors of heat, so your body heat leaves quickly, but also reflect most of the sun’s rays.    This ruffled cotton vest, with a white light-weight lifesaver undershirt, coupled with this lightweight below-the knee skirt will keep you cute and comfortable on these hot summer days.

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With Pesach just two weeks away, you are either fretting over the mounds of cooking and cleaning, or preparing to pack up for the eight days.  Those lucky enough to move into family, or a Pesach resort, need only to worry about their suitcase, and you can never be too organized with that.

To begin with, choose the luggage pieces.  I prefer one garment bag and one large regular suitcase for my husband, baby, and I.  This way I can ensure the fancier clothing will be better protected and less creased.  Another advantage of a garment bag is that you can bring your hangers without worrying about them poking your delicate clothing.  The lighter the luggage bag, the more weight allowance you can get on flight, and the less likely you are to pay overweight.

Next I consult my packing list, I lay all the contents out to be packed, and arrange it neatly in the suitcases.

Packing list:

• Hat for husband – He usually keeps that in a hat box, which may not fit in the suitcase, and can be carried on board
• Sheitel – I’ve been told by many sheitel ladies it is safe to simply place the sheitel in a shoe box, no need for the extra bulk of a sheitel box
• Tichels/Snoods/Barets
• Undergarments
• Hosiery
• Socks
• Robe
• Nightware
• Skirts – preferably ones you can wear with a few tops to avoid excess luggage
• Tops
• Sweaters
• Dresses
• Coat – perhaps a rain coat and a heavier one because you can never truly predict the weather, unless you are travelling to a warmer climate
• Scarves/Gloves
• Glasses
• Jewelry
• Kosher lePesach make-up
• Kosher lePesach toiletries – including new toothbrushes and toothpaste
• Shoes – fancy and comfortable because you never know what you may end up doing Chol Hamoed
• Slippers
• Shower shoes

For baby:

• Bibs
• Diapers
• Wipes
• Baby soap
• Toys
• Blankets
• Onesies
• Outfits – quiet a few, not all fancy, they always get dirty
• Pyjamas
• Burpies – little towels we use to wipe up messes such as spit up
• Pacifiers – a few because they always get lost, a pacifier chain is also great
• Bottles
• Baby food
• Hat
• Coat/Snowsuit

• Stroller

Carry on:

• Diaper bag
• Food for everyone
• Baby change of clothing
• Purse
• (Hat box)
• Tallis/Tefillin
• Sidur/Haggadah
• Valuables

Start your list now.  Keep it handy.  You will keep adding to it everyday.  Remember to refer back to it when you pack to ensure you have not forgotten anything.  Good luck and have a Kosher and Freilachen Pesach!

You want to get into that Purim spirit, but you do not want to infringe on your modesty.  You think you are too old to dress up, yet you still feel that nagging desire to be part of the fun.   Here are some suggestions for woman and girls who want to add that subtle Purim festive touch to their outfit without being overly flamboyant:

Masks

Find the mask you like to slip on whenever you are in the mood!  Masks can really top off your costume.

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Headpieces

There are so many types of hats, fascinators, and headbands that just add that little bit of animation.  There are feathers, bows, and even nets that go over the face, to reincarnate that glamorous look.  Be sure to choose one you are comfortable with, and that is elaborate enough for you.

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Add Some Sparkle

…to your face with glittered or colored fake eyelashes.  At first, they may seem a little extreme off the shelf, but once you put them on, they are actually not as flashy:  they look quite glamorous!

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Funky Costume Jewelery

Long beaded necklaces, bangles, and earrings, really do the job in boosting your outfit.

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Circle Your Skirt

There’s no need to take your hemline up, when on Purim you can take it down and even more fully around with a half-circle or full-circle skirt.  This has an amazingly festive look for ladies of any age because it is simply timeless – plus it is fun to wear!  This type of garment is certainly delightful and modest, and also lends a distinct refinement to a Purim outfit.  While a skimpy “costume” could turn a woman into a mere object of decoration, you will feel like you are floating with an air of feminine graciousness when you don a circle skirt.

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Colorful Flat Shoes

While you have your hemline full and long, pair it up with flat shoes.  Colorful shoes will really complete the Purim look.

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Dressing modestly is no longer the challenge that it used to be. There are many retailers that offer a great range of modest clothing at decent prices. And now, availability has further progressed through the web. Before, religious woman in want of suitable clothing could only shop when travelling to larger religious neighborhoods. Now, H2O has launched an online store, enabling Jewish woman and girls in more remote areas to shop a full range of stylish Tznius wear. This is also convenient for women who do not have the time to shop during the day.

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H2O offers a great range of comfortable shells in various colors. These are fantastic for extending necklines and sleeves to your outfits. There is a fabulous variety of various skirts, tops, and dresses for everyday wear that can be ‘mixed ‘n matched.’ In addition, H2O boasts a beautiful selection for special occasions, Shabbat and Yom Tov, as well as headwear.

Remember to regularly check out H2Opinklabel.com for their new items, styles and latest promotions! H2O is currently offering a complimentary Dead Sea Day Cream * valued at $15* with every order of $75 or more (while supplies last)!