2012年1月2日星期一

Choices: What to expect in 2012

It will come as no surprise to anyone that throughout 2012 we will be listening to political debates, candidate bashing and perception-management propaganda. It may be that the goal of the political establishment is to inundate citizens with political-in-fighting until we become bored and apathetic.

Hang in there. This is one of the most important elections of your lifetime. However, until the 2012 elections are over, the stock market will continue its volatility and interests rates will remain low.

Is 2012 the time to purchase real estate in Collier County? According to a report released by the Naples Area Board of Realtors, buyer activity continues to increase. This is affirmed by Broker-Associate Lois Chapman, "We are seeing an upward trend in home values as inventory decreases."

After politics and real estate, what can the well-dressed Neapolitan expect in the world of fashion? Shoulder pads are back as 70's fashion remains high on the list of carry-over trends, bringing with it flares and wide-leg pants. The "new luxury" trend is prominent with an eye on quality instead of quantity. The emphasis is on small wardrobes; thriving with an essential, pleasurable wardrobe, not necessarily an expensive nor one filled solely with goods from the world's leading fashion houses.

Handbags are the hot accessary tend for 2012. Handbags of every size and color will liberate women to carry whatever they wish. Caution: remember 2012 is the year of quality not quantity.

Colors that speak to these trends include earth tones, dark/rich colors, and jeweled tones. Neutrals will be more saturated with rich khaki, taupe, camel and sandstone. Browns will have more red and yellow undertones. Darker reds will be prevalent. For more sophisticated palates, navy indigo and royal blue will come into play.

Before you decide what you are going to wear, your hair will go a long way to define your look. Whatever hair length you prefer, the side part is the fashionable hair parting in 2012, working across most of the year's fashion trends, and compatible with a large number of the other hair trends.,fendireplica for sale lowest price $50.

Once you are dressed for success, what should you look for in the world of electronics? Thanks to the continued explosion of touchscreen smartphones, tablets and the "cloud," 2012 will see a "screen culture" that is not only more pervasive, but more personal, immersive and interactive.

Social networking looks set to go into the air in 2012. According to Henry Mason, head of Research and Analysis for Trend Watching, one of the leading consumer trends firms relying on a global network of hundreds of spotters,Looking for Neweracap Voucher Codes, Discounts, Hermeshandbagsforsale? KLM airlines will launch a "meet and seat" service for passengers. The service is tied in with Facebook and LinkedIn.

Facebook's new "Timeline" layout has finally been released but is still in its early days, so expect tweaks, changes and updates throughout 2012. We will definitely see more about the cloud and social integration. Experts predict big things for gamification and user empowerment.

Personal health will remain a key focus for Americans. Consumers will take advantage of new technologies and apps to discreetly and continuously track, manage and be alerted to any changes in their personal health.,leatherhandbags bulbs are a great way to save energy and money.

In 2012 consumers will continue their hunt for deals and discounts. This trend will affect real estate prices. Deals are now about more than just saving money; it is the thrill, the pursuit, the control and the perceived smartness that drive the new deal hunters.

A cashless future is upon us, as major players such as MasterCard and Google work to build a whole new eco-system of payments,Welcome to Find The Best Watches Online-louisvuittonleatherhandbags. rewards and offers around new mobile technologies.,wholesaleguccibags cartier mens pasha seatimer watches. Anything that makes it easier for consumers to contribute to something will be more popular than ever.

Consumers are used to being able to find out just about anything that is online or text-based, but 2012 will see instant visual information gratification brought into the real and virtual world with objects and even people.

While cultural differences will continue to shape consumer desires, middle-class and/or younger consumers, in almost every market, will embrace brands that push the boundaries. Expect frank, risqué non-corporate products, services and campaigns from emerging markets.

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