Hi everyone! My name is Katie, one of the founders of GreatValueBuys.com
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Remove it from the plastic bag and keep it in a well-ventilated place. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
The best way to store a belt is to hang it from its buckle. Avoid folding it up in a drawer.
Wear it often, but avoid wearing it daily (or wearing it too tightly) to prevent stretching the belt. Giving it a break every other day will help to retain its original shape.
Condition the belt with a soft cloth and leather balm once every 3-6 months.
To remove dust or dirt, brush the belt gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush or shoe brush.
The phrase of wearing your heart on your sleeve originated from a Shakespeare play called Othello, and means to display your emotions openly.
This Valentine’s Day, wear your heart on your sleeve by presenting your loved one with a pair of Heart-Shaped Cufflinks, so that he can wear the heart on his sleeve (literally!). To give you a little encouragement, our Heart-Shaped Cufflinks will be retailing at only $13.90 (usual price $14.90) from now till 14-Feb (Mon).
For those who intend to get them for your best man / groomsmen (aka brothers) as a wedding favour, this is the perfect time to buy and have them wear it on your special day~! This pair of heart-shape cufflinks is also the perfect prop / accessory for the groom for Wedding Photoshoot, ROM, and Wedding Day.
World Cancer Day is marked on February 4 to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. It is led by the International Union Against Cancer (UICC), a global consortium of more than 350 cancer-fighting organizations in over 100 countries.
The UICC initiated the World Cancer Campaign in 2005 in response to the Charter of Paris of 2000. The Charter of Paris chose 4th February as World Cancer Day. Since 2006, UICC has coordinated World Cancer Day activities, supported by members, partners, the World Health Organization, the International Atomic Energy Agency, and other international bodies.
The campaign emphasizes that 40% of cancers can be prevented through these healthy behaviors:
Provide a smoke-free environment for children
Be physically active, eat a balanced, healthy diet, and avoid obesity
Learn about vaccines for virus-related liver and cervical cancers
Avoid over-exposure to the sun
From 2008 to 2011, each year will focus on a different issue:
2008 – give children and young people a smoke-free environment
2009 – encourage an energy-balanced lifestyle based on healthy diet and physical activity
2010 – learn about vaccines against viruses that cause cancers (e.g. HPV vaccines)
2011 – teach children and teenagers to avoid UV exposure by being "sun smart"
Source: Wikipedia, ‘World Cancer Day’
In support of this meaningful cause, customers who make a minimum purchase of $20 at GreatValueBuys.com from now to 4-Feb (Fri) will receive a free 15ml tube of sunscreen lotion (SPF 30+). Customers will be able to choose from three types of sunscreen, including Toddler, Sensitive, and Family.
Hurry up, get your free sunscreen lotion… while stocks last~!
Ever wondered what exactly is a “Genuine Leather” belt, and how is it different from a “Real Leather” belt? Want to know how to differentiate synthetic leather from real leather?
We'll try to shed some light on this mysterythrough evaluating the difference in Price, Material, Texture, and Appearance, as well as performing a Scratch Test and Fire Test (don’t try this at home~!) to distinguish synthetic leather from real leather.
It's almost impossible to create a table in blogger, so I've done it in Excel and saved the comparison table as a picture. Pardon the blurry text:
We believe in educating our consumers so that they can make informed decisions.
This video will show you a step-by-step guide on how to alter the length of your leather belt yourself.
I’ll be introducing to you 2 methods of alteration suitable for belts with removable buckles. The first method can be used if you have an existing belt that fits you, while the second method can be used if you need to get a new fitting for your belt.
Here’s what you need for Method One: Your existing belt, your new belt, a removable buckle, and a pair of pruning shears or a pair of sharp kitchen scissors. For ease of illustration, we will use a brown belt to represent your existing belt, and a black belt to represent your new unaltered belt.
Lay your new belt flat on the floor, alongside your existing belt. Decide which buckle hole you will be using for your new belt, and match your preferred hole to the one you are currently using for your existing belt. In this example, my preferred buckle hole for my new belt is the middle one, while the hole I’m using for my existing belt, is the second one. Ensure that the length from your buckle hole to the end of the belt is the same for both belts, and use your fingernails to create a marking on your new belt to indicate the cutting point. Just to be safe, you can add 1cm to the cutting point before cutting.
Try on the belt with your buckle. If you feel that it’s too loose, you can always remove the buckle and trim away the additional 1cm. An ideal length will be when the prong fits the third or middle hole of the belt, so that there is some leeway for weight gain and loss.
For Method Two, you’ll need to put on your business shirt and pants to get a good fit for your new belt. Slot your leather belt through the belt slots of your pants. Fix the buckle on the preferred buckle hole on your belt. Adjust your belt such that it fits snugly on your waist. Bring the end of the belt to be cut close to the buckle. Use your fingernails to create a marking on your belt to indicate the cutting point. Do note that the cutting point should not be at the tip of the buckle. Rather, it should be somewhere towards the end of the belt slot. Again, to be safe, add 1cm to the cutting point before cutting.
Try on the belt with your buckle. If you feel that it’s too loose, you can always remove the buckle and trim away the additional 1cm. Please note that there might be minor differences in fitting when you use the same leather belt for different designs of removable buckles. Ideally, each removable buckle should have a leather belt that is fit for it.
