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Lisa from 24HourMall

Review

Art is a mirror to life. That’s as true today as it was five hundred years ago. We as a society are quite particular about the decoration of our personal space. We love having works of art in our homes, hanging on our walls. The search for just the right piece can be an arduous one, no question. That’s where sites like art.com come in. This is a fantastic site, with a wonderful aesthetic. It is nice to look at and a dream to use. Art.com has an inventory of thousands upon thousands of fine-art prints, photo prints, and posters. There are hundreds of artists in the catalog, and each piece is shown in full color, with the option to enlarge the image. Other information regarding the piece is available, as well. The customer would be well-served in allowing him or herself plenty of time to browse, because there is just so much to look at. Then, when the selection is made, the fun really begins. The site allows you the ability to customize the framing of your print. You can choose frame style and color, as well as amount and color of matting (if any). This part is really kind of fun, and while the site offers a couple of suggestions, you might be able to work out some interesting color and stylistic combinations. The fact is that if you are in the market for prints, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better site than this one.

Betty from 24HourMall

Review

The skateboard and snowboard cultures have become viable ones in our society. The clothing and attitudes are as much a part of the allure as the sports themselves. Make no mistake; snowboarding and skateboarding are pursuits that can be just as athletic as any traditional sport. They require the many of the same skills as team sports, but tempered with elements of rebellion and danger. In addition, the lifestyle of the snow/skateboarder is distinctive. There is a particular look that these pursuits inspire, and that look has become a popular one even among non-participants. Now, the boom in interest in snowboarding, skateboarding, and the attire and accessories that they inspire has predictably led to a corresponding boom in retailers selling those products. There are plenty of companies out there that claim to have a finger on the pulse of skate/snow/surf trendiness, but relatively few of them actually do. One of these few is the Tactics Boardshop, along with their website at BoardTactics.com. These folks have assembled an excellent, high-quality inventory of skateboards and snowboards, along with a variety of apparel and accessories. You can find boards from such reputable manufacturers as Arbor, Santa Cruz, and Sector 9. The skateboard selection is mostly longboards, in keeping with the crossover attitude on display at BoardTactics.com. The apparel selection is vast and varied, with plenty of shorts, t-shirts, and sweatshirts, as well as an interesting selection of shoes. The site itself is an engaging one, with a wonderful, sleek look. The color and graphic choices are well-made, contributing to a high overall degree of visual appeal. All in all, this is an excellent retail site, with wonderful products and a top-shelf design sensibility. Check this one out.