Get Something Special for Mom

It’s that time of year again, and no one likes being one of those crazy last minute shoppers. You want to get what you want, not what you have to settle for because you waited until a couple days or even a week before Christmas, especially a present for Mom. She has been the one who’s always been there for you, your shoulder to lean on, or even just because it’s your Mom.

One thing you could never go wrong with getting Mom is clothes. I mean you could never have enough clothes. Something every woman loves is a cute very stylish sweater, it is winter time. Even when winter season is over she could still wear it on those rainy days or nights. Another thing you could look at is a cute burnout tee. Who doesn’t love the stylish designs and patterns that the burnout style gives? Your Mom might not be into any of that, maybe she’s a real athletic woman who goes to the gym every day. In that case get her a cute new fashionable outfit she could work out in, for example a pair of flexible shorts and tank top could be perfect.

Most clothing out there you can wear for different occasions anyway so in all reality if you get her clothes for Christmas you’re not just getting her an outfit she can only wear for one thing. You’re giving your Mom a gift she can use for anything, and as women we love that! You’re not only doing Mom a favor you’re doing your-self a favor by saving money on an affordable present, clothing (if you shop right) can be the most inexpensive item you can purchase. So go out of your way this Christmas to buy your Mom some cute fashionable clothes that she would love.

Written by Cassie Leimbach. Style Coordinator for CarefreeCasuals

Spandex - Wonder Fabric or Worst Nightmare?

Spandex leads a strange existence being ostracized yet is so commonly worn, often without the knowledge of the wearer. Back in the 80's and early 90's spandex was all the rage. Manufacturers were making every conceivable item they could from spandex and those items flew off the shelves.







Bella Ladies Camisole Shelf-Bra Tank Top
5% Spandex









So what happened to the miracle known as spandex? As usual fads die out and fade away however spandex has enjoyed life as being perfect for blends ever since. There are still a few items that are made out of primarily spandex such as bike shorts, lingerie and some compression items but they day of all spandex anything are long gone.






Under Armour Men's Endurance Short
16% Spandex











Today you still find spandex in many items such as shirts and jeans adding some stretch and making the fabric it's added to lighter and more comfortable. Manufacturers often state they try to stay under a 30% blend but you will typically see around a 12% to 15% blend in compression items and 5% for stretch garments. This just goes to show that a little spandex goes a long way.







5.11 Tactical Muscle Mapping Shirt
5% spandex








The next time your shopping and see an item that interests you don't just put it back because you see spandex on the tag. With the new uses and blends for this material you may be passing up the most comfortable shirt you ever wore.