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A Short History of the Island[/b]
Despite the fact that the Sipadan diving sites are extremely popular as tourist attractions, not many people know all the details about this beautiful Malaysian island.
It has been visited for many decades by people from all over the world, who wanted to see the pristine beauty of its wildlife and marine life. The increased attention however did not come without consequences. The ecosystem of the island has become unstable and some of the many species that it had housed over the years had become endangered.
Fortunately,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], many important steps have been taken over the years to protect this sensitive ecosystem. In 1933 the Sipadan islands were turned into a bird sanctuary and, in the 1960’s, important steps were taken towards protecting turtle eggs from being sold or traded. After the 1990’s it was discovered that building too many resorts started deteriorating the reefs. This is the main reason why the resorts were later closed and the Sipadan diving areas became considerably less accessible.
In 2004, the island became a national park in the hope of preserving the natural heritage for as long as possible.
The Coral Reefs
Corals are the rainforests of the oceans. When considering marine life, many people simply think about the large variety of fish or sea mammals,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], but few are able to see the true value and beauty of coral reefs.
In many places in the world, including some of the islands of Malaysia,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], the reefs have been greatly damaged in the past few years, resulting in the loss of many rare species which depended on their integrity and structure.
Because of the vital measures taken to restrict the access to the Sipadan diving sites,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], the coral reefs of the island have been much better protected from humans. This is why, despite global warming and other problems, the corals are now able to grow more freely and provide sustenance to the myriad species of fish that inhabit it.
The Unique Species of the Island
There are over 3000 species of fish of all shapes and sizes inhabiting this beautiful underwater paradise.
Hundreds of small, colored species, like clown fish or butterfly fish, move around the coral reefs, attracting medium or even larger species like reef sharks or hammerheads. In many of the Sipadan diving spots, one can become mesmerized by the beautiful colors of all these species, some of which can also be rather shy and sensitive. Lion fish or frog fish as well as many other types of marine life can only be seen at night.
Eels and jellyfish also appear at times, adding to the unique diversity of the natural habitat; but perhaps the most fascinating animals are the turtles. Although there are many species of turtles, the Green turtles are the most abundant. Because of their large number, it becomes difficult to believe that most of these species are endangered.
It is clear that the huge efforts made to preserve this wonderful natural heritage were all worth it. The Sipadan diving sites have some of the most beautiful and diverse species of marine life in the world and, hopefully, they will remain that way for a long time to come.
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Off the Shoulder Dress
The off shoulder dresses first made their appearance during the early 1550's in the form of the so called Tudor gowns, which was not exactly like the modern version of the off the shoulder dress. Instead the Tudor gown had long sleeves that reached till the wrists, but they just about managed to begin their decent from the very edge of the shoulders. This design created quite the stir in the so called conservative French society, it was initially dawned only by aristocratic women who had a pedigree and a taste for high fashion and class. Though soon enough this fashion trend spread like wild fire and went on to become a fairly common sight among ladies from all sects of society.
The off shoulder dresses has evolved much, and has somehow remained a yet still classic and sensual garment. Every century since then has seen its likes in one variation or the other, but it became main stream only during the 19th century, when women gained more freedom and security to express their independent and strong personalities through the dresses they wore. During the 'Flower Era' or the age of the Hippies, the off shoulder dress and the bell bottoms gained popularity unlike any other period. The dress had its own point to prove for the freedom it offered from rules and regulations, so to speak metaphorically. This is also the time when the off shoulder mini dress was introduced, and its appeal affected youngsters and adults, much like a sonic boom!
Bringing you back to modern times, off shoulder dresses are today a necessity of every women's wardrobe. Forget about all the stuff you might have read, about only women with specific body type can carry this style off. Pay no heed to bad rubbish! Here are some of the patterns that are a hot favorite these days.
One Shoulder Off Tops
The fact is that, off shoulder dresses come in a variety of patterns [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], and it depends on you as to what you believe looks and feels good on you. One huge benefit of these dresses is that they fall from the shoulder, which allows the entire shoulder line to look more slender than if you were wearing a sleeveless or a halter necked top. Women who are broad shouldered or a bit chubby, can try the one shoulder off dress, which have sleeves that cover the elbows and further on both arms. Also try plain colors and avoid prints, as the overall effect will give a sleeker and more toned look. Baggy [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] and dress tops also help hide bulges around the abdomen, upper middle sides as well as the lower waist. If you have taper hips, you may try to accessorize the dress with a delicate belt.
Empire Waist Off Shoulder Dresses
This pattern accentuates your chest and it looks good on every body [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], its all about being able to carry it off with confidence and style. These look best in long flowing dress patterns [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], though you can also try short dresses and tops that have been fashionably tailored. The off shoulder kimono pattern using plain colors such as gray or black give the high fashion edgy look. Add on the stalkings and the pumps, and you will be as good as a diva in your own right.
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You may even give [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] and similar patterns a try as they make your stomach look flatter and accentuate the chest and the shoulders. The corset off shoulder dresses come in a range of lengths, varying from mini length to ankle lengths. You can even try wearing these tops with jeans or short symmetrical skirts along with broad belts.
There are many more patterns that are available, though it is up to you to select the best off the shoulder dress for yourself. They can be worn for special outings, dinner date [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], for partying as well as for formal cocktail events and weddings. The reason for their popularity is very simple, they make women look attractive and allow them to dress up differently as compared to their usual attires.
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