STD Test – London Girls at Risk

Figures suggest that more females should think about their sexual health and take an STD test, London girls are at risk.

Taking an STD test in London is easy – there are walk-in and specialist clinics dedicated to providing quick, easy and efficient STD testing. But the truth remains that there is still a powerful stigma associated with STD testing, but it’s vital that stigma is removed.

STD Test London Specialist Clinics

Making STD testing accessible and hassle-free is all part of the battle to encourage people to visit an STD clinic. Homosexual men are more likely to take care of their sexual health due to the massive impact AIDS and HIV had on the community – as a result, it’s the younger heterosexuals that are more susceptible to catching STDs and HIV. Statistics show that it is more precisely young girls who are most at risk from sex diseases.

Sexual Transmitted Disease – Get Tested

As a result of the vulnerability of this group, the Government’s safe sex campaign in schools has been dubbed a failure as infections among the young continue to rise. There are a number of unpleasant STDs, but one which is causing increasing concern is the incurable genital herpes. Although genital herpes is treatable the victim is likely to suffer from lifelong recurrences of the infection. Its important girls go for an STD test at London specialist clinics or through their GP because without treatment it can be a very unpleasant condition. The rate of STI cases is shooting up amongst teenage girls illustrating the fact many have multiple partners and don’t practise safe sex.

STD Test London Clinic can help

Studies show that sexual infection rates have risen continuously in the last decade, with the highest increases in the younger age group of 16 to 24. Chlamydia and genital warts have increased, although syphilis and gonorrhoea cases dropped by 1 per cent in 2006. The underlying message however is that there is no room for complacency – it’s important to practise safe sex and to be pro-active about your sexual health by taking regular STD tests. London residents may be more cosmopolitan but there is still a huge percentage of young people who don’t even know they are carrying an STD. Sexual diseases left undiagnosed and untreated can be transmitted to others as well as cause damage to the person’s fertility, and even threaten their life. Regular screening should be the norm, not the exception as almost all STDs can be treated, cured or managed effectively if caught in time.

For a complete range of STD tests, London based CITYDOC is ideally and discreetly located in the City of London for fast, professional and discreet service. Based at the junction of City Road and Finsbury Square, CITYDOC is open for walk-in patients or you can book your appointment by contacting the practice now on 0207 256 8668. The clinic offers full sexual screens for men and women. If you are thinking about an STD Test, contact CITYDOC today. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexually_transmitted_disease

3 Pieces of Jewellery You Just Need

Jewellery is generally seen as something of a luxury commodity, rather than a necessity. Usually this is true but the following 3 pieces of brilliant bijou are exceptions. This is jewellery that you just HAVE to have, so read on and whet your appetite:

1) Charm bracelet

A charm bracelet is so great because it is an item that evolves throughout time, throughout your lifetime. You and your loved ones can continually add to it until it is a symbol of numerous fantastic memories and your important relationships.

2) Princess diamond ring

A diamond ring is a must. Every girl wants one at some point in her life and if nobody else is going to buy you one any time soon, then treat yourself! There are no rules against it so stop waiting and enjoy life’s pleasures now!

3) Silver necklace

Simple, classy, tasteful, elegant. There are numerous suitable superlatives for sterling silver necklaces, so buy one today.

Hugo Boss: tailoring the world since 1923

Hugo Boss has come a long way from its origins as a tailor in 1920s Germany – the clothing company is now one of the biggest fashion brands in the world

Hugo Boss has come a long way from its origins as a tailor’s company in 1920s Germany. The clothing company is now one of the biggest fashion brands in the world, but still retains a unique cachet thanks to its reputation for style and quality through all sectors of the men’s fashion market.

The company’s history makes fascinating reading. The original Hugo Ferdinand Boss was a tailor, born in 1885 in Metzingen, Germany. When he started his tailor’s business in 1923, the country was recovering from the effects of defeat in the First World War and was economically depressed until Hitler’s government spending coaxed its economy back into life.

Hugo Boss suits

Hugo Boss was used by the Nazi government, like Mercedes, Volkswagen and other German brands still popular today – in his case, making the uniforms worn by Hitler’s elite SS officers. The contract ended with the end of the Second World War, and after Hugo Boss died in 1947 the company closed for five years.

In 1953, as West Germany began booming again, a revived Hugo Boss company began producing its first business suits for men. The suit was a huge success, and the company expanded into other markets in other countries. In many people’s eyes, Hugo Boss was “the” fashion label of the power-dressing 1980s.

Hugo Boss: casual menswear

By 1993 Hugo Boss was producing formal and casual menswear and womenswear as well as a range of fragrances – which has gone on to be a success in its own right, although the clothing label struggled later in the decade. The promotion of design director Werner Baldessarini to chief executive began was the first stage in the Hugo Boss’s re-emergence.

At the end of the millennium, Hugo Boss Clothing decided to separate its suits business from its casualwear business. The formal range became known as Boss Black, and the casual garments were given the Boss Orange label. Boss Green, a range of sportwear, was also introduced.

Credit for the revival of Hugo Boss must go largely to Baldessarini, who was rewarded when GQ magazine named him their “Man of the Year” in 2002. Today, Hugo Boss brand men’s designer clothing is now available in more than 5,000 stores in 103 countries and it is as popular as it has ever been.

Hugo Boss: available at Bolo

Bolo, the award-winning designer clothing retailer, has been selling Hugo Boss men’s designer clothing in its range for many years. http://store-uk.hugoboss.com

Evisu jeans founder’s five favourite things

Ever wondered what multi-millionaire fashion moguls are into? Check out this list from the Evisu founder – you might be surprised

If you don’t know about the founder and head of Evisu, the denim fashion label, you might be surprised to learn about him. His list of five favourite things, for example, is not entirely what you’d expect from your average multimillionaire fashion mogul.

But then Hidehiko Yamane isn’t your average multimillionaire fashion mogul. How many heads of fashion labels can you imagine appearing on a TV programme about fishing (Ted Baker aside)?

Evisu: fine attention to detail

Attention to detail isn’t listed as one of Yamane-san’s favourite things – although it should be. When he started making Evisu jeans, disappointed with the mass-produced replica vintage jeans of the late 1980s, one of the things Yamane insisted on was that Evisus were made with old Union Special sewing machines formerly used by Levis (until the 1950s, at least). Evisu denim is also indigo dyed with indigo from Yamane’s own plantings.

The name “Evisu” is a clue to one of Yamane’s most obvious favourite things: money. Evisu (or Evis, or Ebisu) is the Japanese god of wealth – although that didn’t stop Levis launching an ill-fated court case against the company because they thought “Evis” was too similar to “Levis”, despite Evisu jeans carrying the Yamane-designed seagull logo that has become its world-famous trademark.

Fishing, golf and Evisu

And like Ted Baker, Yamane likes fishing – to a ridiculous degree. Unlike Baker, he has launched an Evisu range specifically for anglers and, as alluded to above, frequently appears on fishing programme on Japanese TV.

The Evisu founder also shares the Japanese passion for golf (and, again, has launched his own range of clothes for golfers). So far, then, so fashion designer – and perhaps you might be expecting the last two favourite things to be fine art, yachts, interior design, champagne or the colour mauve?

In fact, Hidehiko Yamane lists beer and women as his last two favourite things. And who’s going to argue with him?

Not us – not when he puts so much effort – and effortless style – into Evisu jeans.

Evisu denim: available at Bolo

Bolo, the award-winning designer clothing retailer, has been selling Evisu men’s designer clothing in its range for many years.

http://www.evisu.com/en/home/index.php

Lyle and Scott – dressing up for golf

Lyle and Scott is a key brand in the men’s clothing sector, but golf is really where the company’s heart is.

Lyle and Scott has been a key part of the men’s clothes market for 130 years and today everyone from golfers to pop stars wears the distinctive eagle brand. It’s still immensely popular on the golf course, however, with fans right across the board; from seasoned golf professionals to young people just taking up the sport.

It’s difficult to underestimate the impact that Lyle and Scott has had on men’s clothes over the years. The company’s dedication to quality, both in the materials it uses and the way it manufactures and markets its range, is a gold-plated lesson in how to build up and maintain brand loyalty whilst also diversifying into new markets. By sticking to their core values and refusing to be distracted by cutting-edge fashion, the company has built an enviable reputation across the world.

Lyle and Scott’s men’s clothes range

If you’re a golfer, you can get top quality, comfortable golfing wear from Lyle and Scott, including soft polo shirts in a range of colours, with that eagle brand subtly stitched in a contrasting colour on the sleeve. Or try the 100% lambswool v-neck jumper for cooler days. The blend of luxurious material and quality design, along with practical machine washing, means that with Lyle and Scott’s men’s clothes, you get the best of both worlds.

Of course, you don’t have to stick with the Lyle and Scott golfing range. The clothing usually worn by pop stars and actors off the course comes from the company’s Vintage and Heritage range – a designer clothing take on the golfing classics. Here, you can still get hold of polo shirts and jumpers, but they have a slight designer edge to them that brings them right up to date.

Men’s clothes at great prices

One of the most appealing things about Lyle and Scott’s range of men’s clothes is that you’re never paying an absolute fortune for it. Golf is an expensive hobby to begin with, so it’s useful to know that you can wear golfing clothes by one of the sport’s leading brands without breaking the bank. And of course, because Lyle and Scott is now a well-recognised brand on the high street, you needn’t reserve your polo shirt for golfing.

For other great fashionwear check out Humor jeans.