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Best Mirror Review and Buying Guide:All of us have looked in a mirror at some point in our lives, whether it was in our car or while shaving in the bathroom. Like most people I was raised to believe that a broken mirror would bring bad luck, so I am still careful to this day not to break a mirror by mistake. Some of the more popular brands of mirrors are Conair, Cheval, Uttermost, and Altoona. Most Americans love the mirror and we would be helpless without them in our lives. You can buy a mirror in any color (black, white, clear,etc.), any shape (round, square, oval), and any size (small, large, kids, compact) depending on your preference. I admit I look in my bathroom mirror all the time and I even recently bought a fogless mirror which is great for people who love long, hot showers. They say the average girl spends something like 1 year of her life in the mirror (boy I hope that is an exaggeration) looking at herself and fixing her hair and make up. Nowadays men are almost as guilty of this as they spend hours doing their hair and trimming their beards in any mirror they can find (car, rear view, etc.). Some homeowners just use mirrors as a decorative piece, while other people buy them for the sole purpose of constantly checking out their image (dating somebody like that can get boring really quick). Even in our automobiles we rely on our mirrors everyday while driving, so they definitely play a vital role in our day to day life.
Buying a Make-Up / Lighted Mirror:If you are a typical woman in America (or if you are married to one) then you know how important a mirror is when you are trying to do your make up everyday before leaving the house. Thanks to the internet, women can now shop from home for a mirror that they feel will help them appear beautiful after putting on their make up. We found hundreds of websites online that sell make up mirrors and we tried to compile a list of the more popular ones we found. 1. Conair Make-Up Mirror - chrome finish mirror is 5-3/4 in. diameter, adjusts to any angle, stable, weighted, non-slip base - price $11.99. 2. Suit Yourself Make-Up Mirror - comes with a 5-position switch for day, evening, office and home settings. Dual light system, elegant polished chrome with circular lighting and a 6 ft. clear cord - sells for $44.99. 3. Conair Illumina Collection Two-Sided Lighted Makeup Mirror with 4 Light Settings - two-sided lighted makeup mirror with four settings simulates day, evening, office, and home. Full size mirrors with fluorescent light system - $24.99. 4. Conair Double-Sided Lighted Mirror - Double-sided, lighted mirror in a oval shape with an attractive brushed nickel finish and a full 360 degree rotation, plus 5X magnification. Power outlet in base - $54.99. 5. Conair Double-Sided Lighted Mirror - has everything you need for perfect make-up, accurate skin care, mirror features 3 settings: low, medium and high illumination for appropriate make-up application - $34.99. Sears.com is a great place to shop on the web for mirrors (or any beauty products) and they currently carry all the products we reviewed above.Bathroom Mirror / Shower / Shaving Mirror:All of us use the bathroom mirror and I have to admit I recently purchased a shower mirror because it is nice when I'm shaving (they make fogless mirrors which are great for the hot shower). It is almost like a daily ritual where we wake up, turn down the alarm clock, and then head to the bathroom to shower and primp ourselves in the mirror. We reviewed a lot of the top selling bathroom mirrors and have listed them here. Check out the following mirrors at lampsplus.com. 1. Oval Black Crackle Leaf Accent Mirror - great for the bedroom or bath area, oval shape - $159.99. 2. Lincoln Park Round Mirror - decorative accent wall mirror in a mahogany finish with beveled glass provides a more finished look - $329.99. Women and men both have use for a mirror in the shower (shaving your legs, shaving your beard) so we tried to find a few that were reasonably priced. 1. Zadro Z200 Fog-Less Shower Mirror - fog-free mirror with dual LED lights and clock / great for shaving, applying facials or removing makeup in the shower - $29.99. 2. Fog-Free Shaving Mirror - Includes razor holder, hangs from shower head, or mounts to wall with suction cups or screws - sells for $34.99. 3. Sharper Image 7-Inch Deluxe 3x Shower Mirror - waterproof clip-on light ensures you'll never miss a spot and 100% fog free, a great mirror - $99.95.
Where to Buy a Wall Mirror / Floor Mirror:Are you trying to find a good wall or floor mirror to help finish decorating your house? Floor mirrors are great for getting dressed or just checking yourself out quick before you leave for work. We searched the internet and found quite a few good websites that sell mirrors for the home (small, full length, wall, etc.) and have provided a review below. Once again the best online store we found was lampsplus.com where you can find every type or mirror for sale today (cheap or expensive). 1. Antique Gold Flower Border Wall Mirror - lovely gold finish and comes in 34 " diameter - sale price $199.99. 2. Gibson Rectangle Wall Mirror - Features a warm wood finish with dark mahogany highlights and a grey glaze overlay, lightweight urethane frame construction makes this one stand out in any room - $299.99. 3. Florentine Finish Bronze Wall Mirror - 49" x 32" and accented with a rope trim edge and beaded banding, wood frame construction and beveled edges - sale price $249.99. 4. Nostalgic Oak Cheval Style Floor Mirror - Powell Furniture makes this mirror which is great for a dressing area or the bedroom - $109.99. 5. Tribeca Two Tone Cheval Floor Mirror - 69" high by 30" wide and rectangular frame is paired with a bent-leg frame base for a classic look tilt to adjust - $429.91. 6. Bronze Finish Cheval Style Metal Floor Mirror - metal frame with scroll accents, decorative, as well as functional - $169.91.
Beveled / Vanity Mirrors:If you are looking to find that special vanity mirror then we should be able to guide you in the right direction. Vanity mirrors are popular, especially among women (young and old) and models, actresses, and anyone who is on camera. Lampsplus.com has a lot of vanity mirrors for sale and has good prices if you are buying online. 1. Lighted Antique Bronze Vanity Stand Mirror - accent piece for the bath or dressing table, dual sided mirror has 5x magnification on one side and a regular mirror on the back side - $149.99 with free shipping and handling. 2. Tigris Chrome 32" High Round Vanity Wall Mirror - provides shadow free task and ambient light, ideal for make-up application or grooming. Dimmable with a standard incandescent wall dimmer - price is $1099.91. 3. Soho Beveled Glass Wall Mirror - Finish is a lodge brown cherry, beveled glass for a more finished look, cherry veneer wood frame construction - $299.91. 4. Gold Leaf Scroll Beveled Glass Wall Mirror - great for apartments or condos, anywhere that space is limited - $119.91.
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