tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76803022003152014792023-11-16T10:12:26.115-08:00Fuchsia FashionFuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-76574127817845378582007-11-19T09:13:00.000-08:002007-11-19T09:14:13.583-08:00A Cute White Coat<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Back in September, I was suddenly very determined to find a casual white coat to have fun with because I was bored of my other coats, which were all black. (Also I'm guessing it was a photo of Ashley Olsen in a white coat from around four years ago that triggered this sudden 'want'. Kind of strange right?) </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">When it comes to shopping under time constraint, I do target-shopping. Which meant that I headed straight to <strong>Zara</strong>, where I know would have somewhat stylish, basic and very affordable coats. Zara didn't let me down and I ended up buying this:</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5134314553897179938" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif-Bf4JnFj3J6QKnSegXx_tyLI9JUWSRM0WHtH9yLFvMc4N0UXMXFMjkzHyQYuH4rj5yVZv6vu3JXgcBtIjr3ZqqvZOrsGhNr2kE4ZP8Jzj-SLbB115j1S-YX7Aq43NwzerDTJunwrgAE/s400/zara+basic+coat.JPG" border="0" />OK, so I have recently seen a LOT of girls in the streets here in London wearing basic coats from Zara, either exactly this one or similar ones. But since I get cold easily, I have already started wearing this in late September, so almost no one was wearing it yet. Oh, and I know the coat looks really not-pretty like that, but it looks really cool with the collar up and the top part wide open (the lapel part.) </span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Oops, rambling off my point. So the white coat <em>did </em>prove out to be really fun. It brightened up my casual outfits and I found it especially fun to wear it with dresses. Unfortunately, the white coat got dirty really easily. I stopped wearing it to lectures after only one lecture because my sitting around in random seats was just too much dirt for my coat to take. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;">My point is, while I wouldn't spend a huge amount of money on a white coat, I think it's worth trying out a white coat from affordable shops. Think of it as a youthful, cute thing to cheer you and your outfit up on those grey days!</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-70508827330199043362007-11-19T06:12:00.000-08:002007-11-19T06:15:38.340-08:00Shorts For Winter<h3 class="post-title"> </h3> <div class="post-body"> <div> <div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133823497401326210" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNxbNkoijGxYR2YKvYNhjEjCX3M8DbOstjV1W96fjm27PLlwsUUtcu04SZnKTCj5Df2OycHos9Y5PV7RSDr0559AIgvMMZZVegDCF-h759PM-1dTP_RZrwJJAmuVf6XSgIXh090aFmJbU/s400/celebutopia_Gwen+Stefani+out+and+about_231007_13.jpg" border="0" />The whole <strong>shorts + tights + ankle boots</strong> thing is a huge trend this season (a follow-up of the super-mini-shorts trend from the summer.) Some magazines even claim it's the new mini-skirt, which I'm not too sure about but I'm a fan of mini-skirts much more than of shorts. Anyways, so I've seen a lot of girls in London wear this trend -at school, in the supermarket, shopping... While I can totally understand it's a huge trend, I'm still amazed by how many ppl are wearing this combination. Why? Becuase dude, it's cold out there. Like seriously cold. And with this look, it's a very thin line between fashion victim and cute/ cool. </span><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">But if you really like this trend, then make sure you wear 'dressy' shorts. And you might want to stick to basic colours. Here are some that I like from Top Shop:</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size: 85%;"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133845857001069282" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFBCrBSHmHlVv9ECfhSME9pTzBYqVlm3yYjJF0oFGaOCEUiL8TQFQPRdhFaHxrZNX90PUqYbyBqSFOuZ1Sx9Ew32MbYlyioJZcb8J-S-2lA4-9co_9ugVyPOZrwgHyzA2tiyb95CUSCeQ/s400/Lurex+Check+Hotpant.jpg" border="0" />Checkered shorts</strong> -They're casual and preppy. Plus I've always thought checked things look better in winter than summer.</span></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size: 85%;"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133845857001069298" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEtjJLYCIIeeDI126_sJ_4XRhHhP2ZhsCGKScrBmA5V_dYGm1HXbzV03-aIaZU1nW8Z3X6-wfl2nR9E6YfAeLpYItNP6cJsIGt9hF9wDg1Aj5srBJW53n2-MZPQqhWOpBPABo8pCx43qU/s400/Sheeny+Pleat+Pocket+Short.jpg" border="0" />Silky-like shorts</strong> -Silky-looking things always make the item look classy, expensive and perfect for a night out.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size: 85%;"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133845861296036610" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjatZB8zzNFkTeZikrhN6GSnBuH3DC0GF1Jt1x4rFalhFM_phmZ0dIGE9rTK1IQkGIIZ_s3fWTcmRTD3fFEcvJH9SlOEqGHMUgAIvihUzCxD3YxZ31hq3z8R0v2LOroRxBpwI8W-YPJWtM/s400/Velvet+shorts.jpg" border="0" />Velvet shorts</strong> -These are also very wintery feeling and give off that going-out vibe. They're very girly so they're probably not suitable for everyone's taste but if you're a girly girl...</span></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><span style="font-size: 85%;"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5133845852706101970" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX3PGOvJr8SuU_PVD8RP2xi7Jko32RfvbCIh-vS6SNFBHON1GTYLMzp4AISZ4YSG2JHbo283jCf_YVoboJOU_i6nx_kL7_DqfsqrsYfeFdR1Dolf6FtX3rpE6241JrXR-CK_LT6R9wyt0/s400/high+waisted+hotpant.jpg" border="0" />High-waisted shorts</strong> -While I could never pull off anything high-waisted, I've seen some Londoners try them on at Top Shop and they look <em>really</em> cool. Imagine these shorts with something as simple as a white T-shirt (tucked in) and platforms. Cool huh? (Although I think they'll look better without tights.)</span></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;">What are your thoughts on this trend? Have you been wearing it?</span></div></div></div></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-91549746250161735032007-11-16T01:47:00.000-08:002007-11-16T01:48:40.233-08:00Paul and Joe Boots<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I know that the main focus of a lookbook of a fashion collection is the clothes, but upon looking at Paul & Joe's latest lookbook, I could not help but stare in fixated horror at the model's feet. Maybe I am just not fashion forward enough, but upon seeing these boots (almost <span style="font-style: italic;">everywhere </span>in the lookbook) all I can think of is ugh!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkG19vh3RI/AAAAAAAABLQ/CaN_Yz-UKZQ/s1600-h/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkG19vh3RI/AAAAAAAABLQ/CaN_Yz-UKZQ/s400/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132140774542138642" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Maybe in a few months (or even weeks) time, I will find them cute and want a pair. Who knows how fashion evolution works? I mean, without the slouchy thing, the shape of the pointy toe <span style="font-style: italic;">is </span>perfectly rounded and the heels look just right. But right now ,at this moment, the slouchy thing (which I assume is the CENTER of the design) just makes models look like they have swollen ankles to me- and that is never attractive.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkGatvh3QI/AAAAAAAABLI/cX-RWJhDsZM/s1600-h/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkGatvh3QI/AAAAAAAABLI/cX-RWJhDsZM/s400/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132140306390703362" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I tried looking at them from different angles, but still- nothing. Maybe it is also the awkward height of the boots as well, making them not <span style="font-style: italic;">quite</span> ankle boots but not <span style="font-style: italic;">quite </span>tall boots either. Only a model with super long legs like that can carry it off (I should know since I stupidly bought a pair of such awkward height boots last season and I am <span style="font-style: italic;">still</span> trying to figure out how to wear them....) without looking short with their legs sectioned off like that.<br /></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkOUNvh3SI/AAAAAAAABLY/UgJQBcr3ryA/s1600-h/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzkOUNvh3SI/AAAAAAAABLY/UgJQBcr3ryA/s400/Paul+%26+Joe+Boots+3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132148990814575906" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">So what is the verdict for these $825 Peper Suede Paper Bag booties? Fashion forward? Or should it be stuffed </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">into </span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">a paper bag? </span> </span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><br /></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-39488697767250266572007-11-13T22:52:00.000-08:002007-11-13T22:54:10.275-08:00Top Ralph Lauren Picks<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">In anticipation of Ralph Lauren's <span style="font-style: italic;">private sale</span>, which takes effect online this Thursday 9am eastern time through to Monday 19th Nov, I decided to do a little feature on some of my top Ralph Lauren picks this season. I mean, the sales are going to be pretty good, going up to 40% off with an extra 15% off already reduced price items on Thursday by typing in "NOV15", so better make the most of the opportunity! <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhdvh3VI/AAAAAAAABLw/VwHHA4eIBYM/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhdvh3VI/AAAAAAAABLw/VwHHA4eIBYM/s400/Ralph+Lauren1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132524151912914258" border="0" /></a>First thing that pops into my head that I want from RL- dress shirts. Especially blue/white stripey ones like these two. They are just classic. It would be a great addition to my building work wardrobe. I wonder if RL considers these classic enough to fall under: "Up to 30% off RL Classics: cashmere sweaters(whopee!), polo shirts, oxfords, chinos and select Create Your Own items".......<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhtvh3WI/AAAAAAAABL4/ln216zdHhzs/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhtvh3WI/AAAAAAAABL4/ln216zdHhzs/s400/Ralph+Lauren2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132524156207881570" border="0" /></a>Off to more interesting pieces, I also like these white dress shirts with an extra feminine touch. Especially the one on the left, the pleats are just right to make it look interesting, but not so much that it looks overtly girly.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhtvh3XI/AAAAAAAABMA/kVMw67ovWRg/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rzpjhtvh3XI/AAAAAAAABMA/kVMw67ovWRg/s400/Ralph+Lauren3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132524156207881586" border="0" /></a>Long cardigans are also just the thing this season. Paired with a printed dress shirt (left), you'd have perfected the preppy chic look. By itself, they are casual and cool (right).<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjiNvh3YI/AAAAAAAABMI/qa_vifEeltA/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjiNvh3YI/AAAAAAAABMI/qa_vifEeltA/s400/Ralph+Lauren4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132524164797816194" border="0" /></a>And we must not forget this season's must have: dresses. These dresses above are both simple and elegant. The key of course is the belt. The one on the left with the badge and the collar is more casual and youthful. Except I'm not sure if it would look as good on me as it does on the model...what if I look school girl like? Its a thin line.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjiNvh3ZI/AAAAAAAABMQ/0F2pymL2pzc/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjiNvh3ZI/AAAAAAAABMQ/0F2pymL2pzc/s400/Ralph+Lauren5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132524164797816210" border="0" /></a>As the holiday season approaches, we have these very holiday feel sweaters with the snowflakes, plaid and red. Personally, I'd go for the red sweater and plaid shirt combo. Least then I can also wear it separately and besides, plaid is going to be fun this season.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjX9vh3TI/AAAAAAAABLg/XTxvLokWrUk/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren6.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjX9vh3TI/AAAAAAAABLg/XTxvLokWrUk/s400/Ralph+Lauren6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132523988704156978" border="0" /></a>Something dressier, there is this adorable bronze satin dress. I don't know why, but I have a huge affinity towards RL shoes even though they are not known for making footwear. This season is no exception. I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE these black ankle boots. They are high, but with platform, so I won't be in pain <span style="font-style: italic;">all</span> the time. And the heels look sturdy. The toes are perfectly rounded. The black bow is just the right of detail to make it interesting while still keeping it simple. I just LOVE it. I can wax poetry about it all night. I WANT these!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjYdvh3UI/AAAAAAAABLo/MYZTNfGikH0/s1600-h/Ralph+Lauren7.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzpjYdvh3UI/AAAAAAAABLo/MYZTNfGikH0/s400/Ralph+Lauren7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5132523997294091586" border="0" /></a>And last but certainly not least are these jackets/coats. Coats and jackets are the best investment, because they don't change everyday so you really get good mileage out of it. They are the first thing people see you in when you walk in somewhere- so make sure you make a good statement with it. I am loving the stylish cropped jacket (left), which can be worn formally like this or casually, layering with jeans etc. And the long coat- it is just princess like with its perfect fit and flare!</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-56435246028417508312007-11-13T04:38:00.000-08:002007-11-13T04:42:49.072-08:00Leather Jackets<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I have never really had the desire for leather jackets before, because I have always related it to punk, rock n roll and motorcycles- none of which describes me. But lately, with the the mix and matching of rock n girly and layering, I have had a change of mind...and now I really want one! They seem to be everywhere!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF89vh3KI/AAAAAAAABKY/4XPFUIz2wHg/s1600-h/Leather+Jackets-+Alice+++Olivia+++Mike+&+Chris.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131787951568706722" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF89vh3KI/AAAAAAAABKY/4XPFUIz2wHg/s400/Leather+Jackets-+Alice+%2B+Olivia+%2B+Mike+%26+Chris.jpg" border="0" /></a>There is the more classic biker chic kind like this one from Alice + Olivia (left)- I love it! And then there is the more casual looking ones like this one from Mike & Chris with a combo of material giving it a sportier edge (Mike & Chris- think Rachel Bilson last year).<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF9dvh3NI/AAAAAAAABKw/TCkJCNAHnPc/s1600-h/Leather+Jackets-+Sword+++Clandestine+for+DKNY.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131787960158641362" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF9dvh3NI/AAAAAAAABKw/TCkJCNAHnPc/s400/Leather+Jackets-+Sword+%2B+Clandestine+for+DKNY.jpg" border="0" /></a>To make them more layer friendly, some designers also made these cropped biker chic leather jackets like these two from Sword (left) and Clandestine for DKNY (right). I especially LOVE the soft dove grey color of the Sword leather jacket. I can totally imagine it over a flowy black dress looking very cool.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfGRtvh3OI/AAAAAAAABK4/TyrDFRkPLeg/s1600-h/Leather+Jackets-+Madison+Marcus+++Adam+plus+Eve.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131788308050992354" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfGRtvh3OI/AAAAAAAABK4/TyrDFRkPLeg/s400/Leather+Jackets-+Madison+Marcus+%2B+Adam+plus+Eve.jpg" border="0" /></a> Here we play with the fit and the neckline at Madison Marcus (left) and Adam plus Eve (right). Its interesting... but I got to say, not my favourite.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF9Nvh3LI/AAAAAAAABKg/ciH-7YWq9iY/s1600-h/Leather+Jackets-+Madison+Marcus.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131787955863674034" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RzfF9Nvh3LI/AAAAAAAABKg/ciH-7YWq9iY/s400/Leather+Jackets-+Madison+Marcus.jpg" border="0" /></a> Going a bit more to the extreme, we have these girly-fied leather jackets with added feminine touches from Madison Marcus. I think the brown one with the frills (left) is a <span style="font-style: italic;">bit </span>too much but I love the grey one with the ruffled neckline (right)- its perfect!<br /><br />Sigh... too bad for me that leather jackets are about one of the most expensive types of jackets out there.....<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> </span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-38962030366558609212007-11-09T02:15:00.000-08:002007-11-09T02:16:15.509-08:00Roberto Cavalli at H&M<div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Whenever I think of Roberto Cavalli, I think of animal prints, lacy tops, corsets, tight and glittery clothes and Victoria Beckham -all glamorously tasteless. Obviously I am not a fan of Roberto Cavalli. I don't care that his recent collection has improved a bit. The Cavalli style imprinted in my brain is still negative. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130272293675118098" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji0t_tp5FSwLMdlLXyd3_-UcnUZ1bm7vUlSWHrP-PdmR1H_-rkvCKELFurx3X7ucdKcs0Y0y4pJBpz-z6IhteX9Ei7-lKCmAgVGjWJ7z9OkCyWz9gOn-_AZopLNNuBd10e1yLXyOIYvf0/s400/RCHM+1.JPG" border="0" />First off, you will notice that practically the whole collection is made of animal prints. There are leopard prints (in 2 different shades) and zebra prints. Talk about animal-prints overload! I can't believe he even put the prints on trousers!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130272297970085410" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvuquXl8zgISLbMkKrb3B4wi9w64yz3ARIr6DWQA9srDQRWc0WlWGtT9VAzBAySPuFqSJlDpx-bKfQzHj3Uxl3YZDLN8I-vZmq2okhqsRijiQn0e3PsXz1Y9JMEwgVxguRw7bUDRAslNY/s400/RCHM+3.JPG" border="0" />Black and white animal-printed mini-dresses. I can't decide if these dresses are fun and crazy-looking, or just tacky.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130272297970085426" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRlHMvLjK_4GBOpL5cLexVXIAAyLdVdmhNqR5P_kE9UUxkRpo1SfjePLTFpF8RdNXp5nG4kaPgfhDHGDbZ_onkpaYESzBbE3Ujmx2D1tX03NXHK5Y6uLUQnx10MlPpSWKQQ2KfPY9OIuw/s400/RCHM+4.JPG" border="0" />The only thing I remotely consider decent is this sweater dress. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The things that I am interested in are the accessories, especially now that it's party season.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130272173416033794" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX6T_L-QjCMReBxoVSh65ZD-EJ_RSUzSEGabM5S90qtcXe_0lmvWGnF5N3eJzNwCWtYdZErztSjMYGKP00pwAHL0bwLxkBoQJeRqM-4gsPfclJUebvn6w5kHb7gy7iPcuq_EPepPjss6c/s400/RCHM+6.JPG" border="0" />This braclet looks really pretty in the photo. I wonder if it will look that pretty in real life.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130272169121066466" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6qVy0la38TT1YVK5UW5aq8_JoHDmF0AiNgBEZESwMJsvhw54RGLW5P80AumXd2ydFbeexvNGXxRjZYhTUanz7lHxhp0-Trk9BZ6tW2piqwScpyefjKmJ8YjsWSHPNW3bOSnjkHGVi4PA/s400/RCHM+8.JPG" border="0" />Another thing I'm interested in (as inspired by Mary Kate Olsen) is this cocktail ring. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">So that's it. Anyways, just because Roberto Cavalli isn't my style, it doesn't mean that o</span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">ther people won't be anticipating the H&M collection. Look out for any craziness.<br /></span></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-70768951062156145152007-11-05T21:46:00.000-08:002007-11-05T21:48:09.211-08:00FW07 Trend: Ankle Boots II -the Cute Ones<div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">This post is about the cute ankle boots, by that I mean the ones that go with skirts and dresses. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821232173323314" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEa8F3Lr4VVbpYFLP5zsRqQRkvKnDarhswI383Rx-byY8BGz86CpkqCB3vFi32ThyphenhyphenKjFwy8a3Aya65y-nXg0zTbWcRjfEWsASifRSYTxzoTcWkIjqHHVpcXFusOkumzqbSmEYeo2abRlo/s400/Costume+national+ankle+bootie+v-front.jpg" border="0" />V-slit ankle boots are another 'it' thing this season. I didn't like them at first but now I'm seeing their charm. Only wear them with dresses or skirts though, because I suspect the slit would look really odd peeking from under trousers. (This pair is by <strong>Costume National</strong>.) </span><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821330957571202" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtg3mqjePHh3KdX2cQphoqpUI6L0gfK9SdCbZuWKLwQwKONdoCOohPUvHs2h-VraXqHlj2mYl8dSLpLHQZorYQPNnIoa7sXZDoJ2LnQMnpBZG6rjgTTvDWKLD9jl7I9YYPdXi6YLMTuxE/s400/UO+Fold+Over+Canvas+Wedge.jpg" border="0" />This pair by <strong>Urban Outfitters</strong> looks really young and casual. I picture them with denim skirts and casual dresses. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821326662603890" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9LYYOmufyvNEhelpEDJxd6JmKp0s-4fgE5A4vmuXaEhMrHzw3TsNmV1bNj4gbbjRg2mpEKX9Hw43KoaJeDL6bIoJg4jrzLE4Kkl3gPQ2EhTbAaLlAbjbu8WhxPsADCrGzK5dfGcaLw4A/s400/Top+ShopV+Front+Round+Toe+Boot.jpg" border="0" />If you like the London and LA style, then you'll like these bright yellow <strong>Top Shop</strong> boots. They would totally add casual funkiness to ones outfits. Imagine them with a plain cotton, mini-dress, plus a chunky bright scarf and a bunch of crazy cocktail rings. Fun!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821236468290642" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitrgd8tyKZrGeSysY9gGidSBmjTqT4tP1byP6Zo-rWZm_txcq77N8ZKECN88eALaGCtWAErEzOZpItoALnxKRMzZIw1EtGtTtSM3UefHuAbmQ7zEgrwuydwWbilTOLPuFl2h7jId4PBfU/s400/SIN+by+Carvela.jpg" border="0" />Even though they're not my style, these suede <strong>KG</strong> boots are feminine and can be used for casual or semi-formal days. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821326662603874" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCZzPpWHm0IuaqLBlKjMlejR8ioF0DleC5sJwbeYrI4JxMw-0J9XTjVKtI2G9m6Z-HC3dYTOs6Rdwu5oPpkJ80lTqndNSp4Kemh61_RZzqNcLWlAGWOWmgXRZzm2sOPFGJHi7k0uvw7Zo/s400/Top+Shop+Velcro+Fasten+Ankle+Boot.jpg" border="0" />These white <strong>Top Shop</strong> boots have more of a 'utility' feel to them. I'm not sure how one would wear these boots. I imagine they would match black stockings really nicely.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128821236468290626" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4V6s1bsboQJc_icKjm3qYXrlVqlO75-2SHn5XlUUekY-7eFwoVzp0jPWeamMLQc-iwSmYPhL-b1bhyDRR4JsrkJ_fufK8Ag-odIRb-Jlhl2VQ_ZMa83Mk2GdM7AIo-GoJhxEZfkK02J8/s400/Marc+by+mj+Ruffle-top+ankle+boots.jpg" border="0" />I've seen these <strong>Marc by Marc Jacobs</strong> boots 'inspire' a lot of other high street version. They're cute -sort of like leg-warmers combined with ankle boots. Cute as they are, they are unfortunately not very practical in real life, are they? </span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The thing about these cute boots is that while they are certainly more eye-catching and distinctive than the basic, black ones, they're just not as practical. So unless you get to dress casually a lot, then I'm not sure if they're worth buying. But hey, if the boots are from the high street stores, (ie. totally affordable,) then have some fun with them!</span></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-88330124893910686702007-11-04T22:08:00.000-08:002007-11-04T22:09:21.802-08:00FW07 Trend: Ankle Boots I -the Basic Ones<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">As you may have noticed Barneys Girl and I haven't blogged a lot about fashion trends recently. Mostly, it's because we haven't been particularly inspired. Doesn't it seem like you can wear last FW's clothes and still seem fashionable this season? There <em>is </em>one trend that we have been loving from last season and it continues this season -the ankle boots. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806590629811138" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaQlgGei0kFoRnV-8A_9cz7zVOhlZmZxQij2-r34eKECAld_5pFksjSE-Fb-azCuaXGpJRJI4ilij93nA_TCruZc5YKU43GL-GN-h4gAv7yC6odBvF14JVModtPXyAY9-oopoZ4OnJhEQ/s400/Prada+ankle.jpg" border="0" />I'm not a particularly exciting person and I like to know that I can use my expensive shoes (my so-called investment items,) over and over again, so after searching for two seasons, I finally found my perfect pair of boots. I love the shape and the leather is so gorgeous. They're comfortable too (-Prada). Obviously they would be more practical if they weren't so high-heeled, but I guess it's time I learn how to walk in high heels!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806723773797410" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9s01ArO3Zt62qbKUKz-pSnw9smwOh95hlZdeLNTaMmAxrqw_1BqfKoDKWIYdb71fI2MoxnSLgELtxLwo5D6VuL2lMCtC2VRzRjuVgwdRpuCFYatcKycyRL2VUKjsoZqmA0Ymq8uMcg80/s400/Aldo+shoes.JPG" border="0" />The other pair that I am loving this season are these <strong>Aldo</strong> boots (right). They look suspiciously like the pair of Louboutins (left) I was drooling over last FW. I love the Aldo pair so much that I've tried them on in LA and Chicago, but I didn't get them because I had already bought the first pair by then. They are so easy to put on, plus they cost only 100usd! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806719478830098" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-wBLL-ufjuwqd7hCgv-hLwmr6_7Qs5ff6j_1LqX7enn5_SFvCWilLrtkfVDB7xM9gKCaH9bmOPjFY5uWngjMH-6SYREbp6roi2TmVBDDtK7CcVwr_iQYCVaZ18xful85gT16SqxGbVoc/s400/Aldo+shoes+2.JPG" border="0" />While browsing on the <strong>Aldo</strong> website I noticed this pair of boots. I realise that not everyone has adapted to the recent round-toe shoe trend, so this is for those who still like pointy shoes. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806715183862770" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTKkdS9fvxA9jNgObE9G1jRqWTbaSFO1ZtHWbqa9D3giYAKbZfe7ynYPMxs2cn7mCPpTPA1JRw4u1CU9X0b_7miFqLuWW4agIHr-f7uAmKJEUZSbKm0nxlrJZe9S0h6_r5RtjUD4jvzgk/s400/Metallika+shoe+boots.jpg" border="0" />Meet this year's <strong>Louboutins</strong>, the Metallika. It looks like leather wrapped artistically around feet!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806719478830082" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzLxbFbZtqkRNW48z9XjlY1gPoasnj9bcQ8NtvbfAsQNUagrbjpk2BcBLl37-bmF1mdeh44vjikTmgbryRTmb8rrZj4WUJ1zi3S51T1jvboQSaIKwCnYIR24RAdBe7BBP7BqEXdRlQR58/s400/gucci+Royal+High+Heel+Bootie.jpg" border="0" />These <strong>Gucci</strong> boots are such stylish winter boots. (I feel warm and fuzzy and stylish just by looking at them!) I'm not a big fan of suede (esp since it rains so much in London,) but this brown is such a fantastic shade.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806397356282802" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NXIAMuSUSiIiP4MHM7x3VH9AMILVDmj9LhPiqsOepsOt47SPdy15wKiKhtS44FKFDhSiGeceU1FVOs4OpVQh5vT00yxHs1t3CVhT7ktaa-TtFLdwth-LJTU8PNwcnk9KP9GrlllAuJM/s400/selma+by+kg.jpg" border="0" />Even though I don't like that the zippers are in the front of these <strong>KG</strong> boots, I like the shape of the toe area. You see the way it hooks up? It reminds me of this season's Stella McCartney pumps that I've been staring at over at Net-a-Porter. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128806590629811154" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ6vN-4QxuRYjdvW5OQGo6wwy3oLzBOxtAuuFzkJsMBOyNO-vaGmU3URrZnGPJYRl-AM0CASkh_Eh2XzQL5G92nuN1_jpaAtANbAk297iRZf7nEezn5OmIxdBB-VU8CZcF9Mrn_eR_SSk/s400/Miu+miu+patent+ankle+boots.jpg" border="0" />And finally, this season's major trend -patent leather. Shiny, patent leather risks the possiblity of looking tacky, but this pair is just classy. Sigh, isn't this pair of <strong>Miu Miu</strong> so gorgeous?</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">These basic boots are perfect for almost all outfits. They can go with jeans, pants and even mini-dresses/ skirts, so they're a must-buy for this season, (that is if you didn't buy a pair last season!)</span></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-68084585862019725722007-11-02T05:32:00.000-07:002007-11-02T05:34:05.275-07:00Dress Shirts- The Trap<span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">The wardrobe staple, dress shirts are essential whether you are trying to achieve the preppy look or you need it for work. And they are literally every. There will be at least one dress shirt type thing in any store you walk in. But when it comes to finding the perfect one, that is when it gets tricky. </span><br /><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyoXCg6NfUI/AAAAAAAABIw/1BRh82uBaRI/s1600-h/V+Necked+Shirts.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyoXCg6NfUI/AAAAAAAABIw/1BRh82uBaRI/s400/V+Necked+Shirts.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5127936457675996482" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">When I first got into the business of finding a dress shirt, I fell into the trap of buying a pretty and structured one. I mean, the line between dress shirts being manly and feminine is thin, so I thought I'd err on the excessive side and find a highly feminine one. And that is how I now have not one, but TWO, v necked structured dress shirts in my wardrobe from Ted Baker that looks terrible on me- kind of like these two here from Express above (Ted Baker must have seen the error of his ways and stopped producing them, because they were nowhere to be found on his site).<br /><br />Not that it doesn't look good, but this design is VERY hard to wear- especially when one has a flat chest like me. The fit everywhere else is fine except the chest part, which has an awkward spacious puff because I have nothing to fill that area with. And because of the structured design, there is no way around it, pulling it down <span style="font-style: italic;">does not</span> help and it gets darn uncomfortable in the long run. Therefore if you have a small chest like me- please, DON'T buy v-necked dress shirts no matter how pretty they look. And I heard that the other extreme is not fun either. i.e. if you have a larger chest, you have the problem of having unseemly big gaps in between the buttons. You <span style="font-style: italic;">could</span> wear a tank top underneath I guess, but that gets kind of hot.<br /><br />So girls, next time you go looking for a dress shirt, beware of these traps and make sure that it FITS you perfectly and comfortably before buying- as hard as finding a perfectly fitted and comfortable dress shirt is. No wonder so many of my working friends get their's made!</span></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-8676062634785992142007-11-01T05:50:00.001-07:002007-11-01T05:50:44.348-07:00Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion<span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Before, I didn't really see the need for eyeshadow primers. You see, I bought the </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">Smashbox eyeshadow/lip primer </span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">before and it did nothing, absolutely nothing, for me- except maybe reduced the redness of my eyes so then the color appears better. But I can achieve that with a little application of my </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">YSL Touche Elcat</span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. Nevertheless, being the beauty addict that I am, the other day I got the </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion </span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">after hearing so many rave reviews about it- and now I am a convert.</span><br /><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Ryk1gA6NfTI/AAAAAAAABIo/7a-fIWAgro0/s1600-h/urbandecay.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Ryk1gA6NfTI/AAAAAAAABIo/7a-fIWAgro0/s400/urbandecay.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5127688474854260018" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">At first I wasn't sure if I was just having a good eyeshadow day or it was the potion, but after having had 3 good eyeshadow days I am pretty confident that it was the potion. And by "good eyeshadow day" I mean going a whole day (morning till night) with no crease, no smudging and sharp color! Its really quite incredible. I didn't think it was possible. Oh and another point is that it literally glides on and really creates a nice smooth surface for eyeshadow application that really sticks. And no, I did not just copied that from the blurb on Sephora. And since I'm about the most oblivious person around when it comes to the <span style="font-style: italic;">whether a beauty product works</span> <span style="font-style: italic;">game</span>, this product really DOES make a difference! So if you haven't already- I highly recommend it!</span></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-19508257926753443982007-10-31T05:32:00.000-07:002007-10-31T05:33:21.514-07:00Daisy, the Marc by Marc Jacobs Perfume<h3 class="post-title"> </h3> <div class="post-body"> <div> <div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119070871188749234" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxpddrCfiPe26k9Q1IM1F1R0K1TiXF4Vd7S6xCYIjl1TdnKHIlGuxCfokxkjvkC9ubFbs6qc-K0CMR37Nus_b6JsnMfqnSFTQruPTj2cqT6uEfmi_NOdI8IbTEcvxQDAm6Kqne_iBCk_8/s400/Marc+Jacobs+Perfume.jpg" border="0" />I'm not a big perfume lover. I spray perfume maybe 10 times a year, usually for nights out. But like most girls, I can't resist browsing at the ever-interesting perfume bottles and sniff all the new scents. There are so many scents that I like, but because of this, I can't possibly buy all the scents I 'like'. Out of all the scents, there's one scent that has grown on me and I have fond memories of, the <strong>Marc Jacobs Eau de Parfum</strong>. And I've been meaning to buy a bottle for awhile, but I've been slightly hesistant becaues I wasn't sure if the flowery smell was too strong for me to wear for too long of a time so I never got around to buying it. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I was excited when I saw the new ads of <strong>Daisy</strong>, the Marc by Marc Jacobs scent, in Teen Vogue. It's got that sweet, non-chalent The first time I smelt it, it smelled like any other perfume out there in the market. But at the encouragement of the Marc salesgirls (who told me not to buy the Marc Jacobs perfume but try Daisy instead,) I sprayed both scents onto perfume paper and brought them home to smell for a day. (The salesgirls also told me that their first shipment at the Hong Kong store soldout in 3 days!)</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119070875483716546" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFQnlLsCaNa9RwVny_HxcqmDtd3znp_TIkZvVKAPoTAteuONz0NqigZPvAN2ID316epp-nwGA_TlKmXdUuwx5vFzSXJtxRZRNGExYUS2kCmoBD4rMJS84-OP-2tEPeeBPRCddzJcI2ZuM/s400/Marc+Jacobs+Daisy.jpg" border="0" />After smelling both scents at least once an hour, I've decided that on the surface, Daisy smelt only like a light, fruity, flowery scent. But later on, the scent smelt musky and most importantly, of Gardenia, the signature scent of the Marc Jacobs perfume. (Yes, I know I think too much before buying things.) According to the </span><a href="http://daisymarcjacobs.com/"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Daisy</span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> site, Daisy's notes include strawberry, ruby red grapefruit, violet leaves, gardenia, violet leaves, jasmine petals, musk, vanilla and white woods. Not exactly what I smelt, but close enough. And surprisingly, since I've bought it two weeks ago, I've already used it 4 times. Perhaps the reason I haven't been using much perfume before was that I haven't found my right one yet? </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">What do you think of Daisy? Isn't the bottle simply adorable? Has anyone smelt it or bought it yet?</span></div></div></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-9320238727286337282007-10-29T23:05:00.001-07:002007-10-29T23:05:47.854-07:00Bold Nail Varnish<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Having been a devotee of the pale pink/whitish nail varnish for most of my nail varnish wearing life (seriously, I have about 5 bottles of pale pink varnish in slightly different shades), recently I've finally jumped onto the bandwagon of bold (darker) colored nail varnish. I am not exactly sure what go me into it....perhaps its because everyone on TV has it and since I watch so much TV it has subconsciously filtered into me and displaced my initial notion that bold nail colors look old and trashy. About time too! I think the trick is to keep nails short and rounded. Long and sharp...now that is trashy.</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126954795655855394" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyaaOQ6NfSI/AAAAAAAABIg/Dum3rynqYSU/s400/OPI-+An+Affair+in+Red+Square.jpg" border="0" /></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">My first bold color obsession: red. Bright red. Mine is a similar color to this, <em>An Affair in Red Square</em>, from OPI, except mine is called <em>Fishnet Stockings </em>from Essi. I just couldn't find the Essi website. But yes, I randomly bought the bottle and tried it on and I LOVED it. Its just so SHARP and cool! I actually spent a few minutes in the mirror checking out my new nail color afterwards! :)</span><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyaaNw6NfRI/AAAAAAAABIY/-v69XlHIJTg/s1600-h/OPI-+Russian+Navy.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126954787065920786" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyaaNw6NfRI/AAAAAAAABIY/-v69XlHIJTg/s400/OPI-+Russian+Navy.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The next color I wanted to try was Purple. But not electric purple. And not reddish purple. Cause then it'll just look too purple. It was a tough choice, but in the end I settled on this Russian Navy, from OPI, which has a bluish, purplish tinge. This one actually took me a while to get used to (I think I'm still trying to get used to it), but I think once winter comes on full force, it'll fit my wardrobe perfectly. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;">Incidentally the whole new OPI Russian Collection fits my recent fall/winter mood perfectly. Dark, rich colors of blue, purple and red. Its fabulous. Although I'm not sure about the texture. Maybe its just me, but I find them not to go on as smoothly as my Essi ones. </span><br /><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">And lastly, HOW does everyone apply their dark nail varnishes? I am phenomenally bad at application. So I try not to mess up by just applying one layer (no, I'm <em>seriously </em>bad) and for these bold colors, its not too bad since its already so strong. But I can't help that I accidentally apply over the edges and then it just looks like a little kid coloring and going outside the lines. Also, a lot of times, I get streaks. HOW am I suppose to DO this properly??? Please help!</span></p>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-38274240316066642682007-10-28T21:10:00.000-07:002007-10-28T21:11:03.717-07:00Guilty Pleasures<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Having had a stressful few weeks, I decided to treat myself to a day of guilty pleasures. </span> <ol style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">My top guilty pleasure is sleep. And by that I don't mean the usual 8 hours. I mean sleeping for however long and whenever I want. See, I'm not a morning person. Hence I never feel like waking up in the morning. So this morning (afternoon), I woke up late. And then I went for guilty pleasure number 2......</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">Romance novels. I find the <span style="font-style: italic;">new<span style="font-style: italic;">er</span></span> novels these days to be much too formulaic and tedious to go through to find a good one. Hence I love reading the old ones that I <span style="font-style: italic;">know</span><span style="font-style: italic;"> </span>are good. The classics never get boring. They are all the same anyway, its just the quality of the writing that differs. Besides, all I'm looking for is a happy ending to escape from the real world. One of my all time favourites is Jill Mansell's, Miranda's Big Mistake. Its super sweet. Mansell is generally pretty good, though I can't say much for her newer books......And while I was reading by the window next to the warm sunlight, I indulged myself some more and <span style="font-style: italic;">rest my eyes </span>whenever I need to.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRP3A6NfQI/AAAAAAAABIQ/E-xHXM5IAZo/s1600-h/Guilty+Pleasures-+Jill+Mansell.jpg"> </a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRP3A6NfQI/AAAAAAAABIQ/E-xHXM5IAZo/s1600-h/Guilty+Pleasures-+Jill+Mansell.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRP3A6NfQI/AAAAAAAABIQ/E-xHXM5IAZo/s400/Guilty+Pleasures-+Jill+Mansell.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126310082410020098" border="0" /></a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">Next on my list is endless hours of mindless TV shows. These days I watch just about anything, Greys Anatomy, Samantha Who, Gossip Girl (love it), ANTM etc. But my ultimate favourite is still the chic lives of the girls on Sex and the City. I can never get bored of them. They are classic!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLpg6NfMI/AAAAAAAABHw/jM8RTY5X4_M/s1600-h/Guilty+Pleasures-+Sex+and+the+City.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLpg6NfMI/AAAAAAAABHw/jM8RTY5X4_M/s400/Guilty+Pleasures-+Sex+and+the+City.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126305452435274946" border="0" /></a></span> </li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">And we must not forget nourishment. Guilty pleasure number four: eating ice cream out of the carton. Then you can really eat as much as you want. And the ultimate pleasure of all? Sleep after you eat. I know that it is highly not recommend it. But succumbing to food coma is just the best thing I can imagine. Even if you cannot sleep for the rest of the night after.... <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLqA6NfPI/AAAAAAAABII/Mf8NTUWrp6A/s1600-h/Guilty+Pleasures-+Haagan+Daz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLqA6NfPI/AAAAAAAABII/Mf8NTUWrp6A/s400/Guilty+Pleasures-+Haagan+Daz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126305461025209586" border="0" /></a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">But thats ok, because then you can indulge in guilty pleasure number 5: talking on the phone with an old friend and going down memory lane- for hours. 4 hrs and 5 minutes to be exact. There is no path better than memory lane. Now I <span style="font-style: italic;">really</span> want to read all those Christopher Pike books I loved to read when I was 13...... especially Starlight Crystal. Its about this girl who falls in love with this guy but a few days later she had to go on a spaceship that is designed to be a time capsule that observes human evolution over time. And then something goes wrong and there is this huge time warp and....I just remember it being more cool than it sounds now. </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLpw6NfOI/AAAAAAAABIA/rJRdlgT7ew4/s1600-h/Guilty+Pleasures-+Christopher+Pike.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RyRLpw6NfOI/AAAAAAAABIA/rJRdlgT7ew4/s400/Guilty+Pleasures-+Christopher+Pike.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5126305456730242274" border="0" /></a> </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">Staring into space and letting your mind wander...and closing your eyes for a few minutes whenever you like. Especially nice if you have a nice view or a clear sky to stare at.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 85%;">And the last of my guilty pleasures? List making. I love list making. I make lists about everything (observe this blog). And diary writing. It really keeps track of your thoughts and clears your head up. Besides- its awfully entertaining to read a year later....especially if you make interesting lists, like new years resolutions and checklists... I highly recommend it.</span></li></ol><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">And this is my list of guilty pleasures I like to indulge in on my "me" time. What are your guilty pleasures?<br /></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-26065842509815412842007-10-25T06:10:00.000-07:002007-10-25T06:13:08.994-07:00Vivienne Tam Dresses<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I am constantly amazed at my mom's ability to be so up to date with the latest going ons in fashion. Her latest discovery are the trendy dresses at Vivienne Tam. Surprising isn't it? I've always related her style as western with oriental influence and wouldn't exactly call it trendy. So when my mom told me she'd bought me a dress from there, I was like, what?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrPkKcsaI/AAAAAAAABHQ/J6NkLpUr2Yk/s1600-h/Vivienne+Tam+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrPkKcsaI/AAAAAAAABHQ/J6NkLpUr2Yk/s400/Vivienne+Tam+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5123947653702136226" border="0" /></a>Luckily for me, the dresses over at Vivienne Tam seems to have gone through a revival and are much trendier than I'd imagined. The dress my mom got me was this one, except mine is black and made of a woolish material. Now to be honest, when I first saw the dress (and identified it as this one in the catalog), I didn't like it very much. It was past my knees and it has the most awkwardly positioned tie thing in the middle. That is not exactly the most flattering cut. But after playing around with it, I've tied it at the waist, such that a little puffy effect is created and is shorter, which is kind of cute with ankle boots!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrRkKcsbI/AAAAAAAABHY/bpeknPkTlMI/s1600-h/Vivienne+Tam+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrRkKcsbI/AAAAAAAABHY/bpeknPkTlMI/s400/Vivienne+Tam+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5123947688061874610" border="0" /></a>This of course got me looking into the rest of the catalog and now I am lusting for more Vivienne Tam dresses! They have more simple casual (kind of shift) dresses. I especially love the grey one in the middle. The color is also so nice and wintery without being too black.<br /><br />And check out those silver Mary Janes! I WANT a pair. They look so perfect in the winter with all these cute short dresses!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrTUKcscI/AAAAAAAABHg/Yt2A_ENmn3Y/s1600-h/Vivienne+Tam+3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrTUKcscI/AAAAAAAABHg/Yt2A_ENmn3Y/s400/Vivienne+Tam+3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5123947718126645698" border="0" /></a>For something more sophisticated, there are these more polished creations. The dress on the right is my favourite! The bottom frills gives it just the right touch of girliness to the otherwise sophisticated and simple design.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrVEKcsdI/AAAAAAAABHo/UYUSRjlCAO4/s1600-h/Vivienne+Tam+4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxvrVEKcsdI/AAAAAAAABHo/UYUSRjlCAO4/s400/Vivienne+Tam+4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5123947748191416786" border="0" /></a>Something a little more fun, there are these printed dresses. The rich silver brocade dress is so adorable! And as a side note, I really like that look on the far right (sorry about the bad scanning). Its so simple to achieve too. All I need is to go out and get myself a cute printed mini!<br /></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><br />Who would've thought that these creations were Vivienne Tam?</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-19172700676244985132007-10-24T03:26:00.000-07:002007-10-24T03:28:14.620-07:00Kate Moss Top Shop AW07 and Christmas Collection<div align="left"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Remember back when the </span><a href="http://iamfashion.blogspot.com/2007/03/kate-moss-top-shop-collection-preview.html#comments"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Vogue preview </span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">of the <strong>Kate Moss Top Shop</strong> SS07 collection came out and I was really excited about it? Well, since then I have seen the collection in real life, applauded Photoshop's ability to beautify cheap material and lowered my expectations for the clothes. While I really don't like the idea of Top Shop basically recreating some of Kate's designer wonders from her wardrobe, I can't deny I'm really excited about some of the designs I see. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051428168318210" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXeSG922wfdcIeJ8lpOE2UOSY1I95QGaKqJ86_F7tlC5XOnxzi3cIP8hSAtyl8n1jcZXZHNjCo__aOtTTK2PbGag0NSCgp8nRXYXz6GVXC0QYZxbwF2Bogr1J6CvHT_a59ioIqHq01-LU/s400/Plunge+Neck+Dress+60.jpg" border="0" />With this line, you really need to see the clothes in real life before buying anything. The quality is really so-so and the photos you see are really photoshopped (or taken under clever lighting.) For example, this dress in real life? I felt it in real life last week and was surprised by how bad the quality was. The material was coarse and felt cheap.</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051144700476594" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikV24kpDhWLPWiwLAGy1hMmYcR7umJs8Tc0NiQTDsGj_ifTr5O609f9Ck5uytCKQvGctsySysIajirRxp3i1ME_QryaWCfCwIZ5ca-FiQAYVeuarrNJe4BQ9elvFiWwqNlRnOcReLITmo/s400/Clover+Print+Dress+65.jpg" border="0" />Another thing I don't completely get about the clothes -some of the tops and dresses are very sheer. Yes I realise you simply have to wear a camisole underneath, but it's hard to find the perfect v-neck camisole to go underneath, preferably made of silk.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051432463285522" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga8k8JBv76s29XsDJrAY4jFzSavWHexD_VvYos2n_-a_XuqIHF6n7uDlpi5jUj8bVUx29IdKmWihVKT1Oi-X4uuNRgmcEo-PU_hd1JFifypsIlKv0zwlykyn4UkieIEwVeStdamrPGecY/s400/Kate+Moss+Top+Shop+Collection+_07+Christmas+2.JPG" border="0" />When you look through the collections, you would notice that there are sequined T-shirts are an essential part of the collection. The tops aren't bad, but I'm not sure they're worth paying 35pounds (tank on the right) for.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">OK, so onto the AW07 and Christmas collection:<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051428168318194" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizd0wEfX172OMrLkSRAflrihEFfWtvsJzLcevYrNSSny2u4QJeSe1dkO99bRbGEJKKADcxblbIRpBPPkQUhykCHmFE1F_g5PZ2Iq1Hro9IOFo9-eqimfAflChMQkX83kwVVAx8IDHjf3Y/s400/Kate+Moss+Top+Shop+Collection_07AW+%286%29.jpg" border="0" />When the <strong>AW07 collection</strong> came out in Aug/Sept, I was disappointed. What's with these preppy clothes? The school girl look is cool up to a point, and pink is certainly past that point.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122065734704381218" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCH2F3Rwv0b7MMNID43qv52WmGJrwo8iL6gdq_IppQu5AMVLJK95ICc8y_esULQwjAI7nsq428B109qwWEeYvlJjw_hU9PDq38-ineQT26vu14N8ZkP83gVGOm23Q8nQcgkGkmDCUYsbQ/s400/Top+Shop+Zig+Zag+One+Shoulder+Dress+%281%29.jpg" border="0" />The one thing I've been eyeing has been this Zig Zag dress. Thankfully I've been too indecisive to buy it, and it just went on sale on topshop.com. Obviously I've bought it now. I love the side where the dress is short and the tie around the neck -gives the dress a unique, stylish twist.</span><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">After the disappointing AW07 collection, the new <strong>Christmas collection</strong> is about to be released. From the photos I've seen so far from topshop.com, Gracia magazine and ID, the Christmas collection looks way more fabulous. There are some really <strong>cool, edgy little dresses</strong> -perfect for the coming Christmas and New Year parties!</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051312204201170" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcEjRskyiQMwa2zElgK0UU6-JXattvm_bnvdL8rn-G7vr6logRfMvyCUdeHA30O7NdpPmpN2wANkihXT-M0wbhnGuERTwpxFi52PcUa4OPBt7It7GrkjkOQGWZrxH0XFdZllbN0BF4ias/s400/Kate+Moss+Top+Shop+Collection+_07+Christmas+1.JPG" border="0" />I LOVE this dress, especially the patterned beads that look like a belt! It looks so stylish and pretty in the image. I'm trying not to get too excited though, because the dress could possibly be of bad quality in real life.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051140405509282" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgS5qVNEnYtMFi1K89FrACbm_CTSFPQbz4uVkbE4_RlyeJeaIqo8l80kEd5iwhTYM4FepqcBSWisz3LFSjotnO5mc19KyslSo_3UCeUYDCBSpNeBU_6NoeFHyzY6Fyt-41JTNqENy8ZgI/s400/05945_Kate_Moss_i-D_magaz_370639a_122_494lo.jpg" border="0" />This ID image got me excited about this Deco style dress. It's fun, edgy and trendy. I love how the sequined top has a solid fit, and the bottom chiffon skirt bit is soft and flowy. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051312204201154" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6hnvpgOF7Qb5tgx_ZXbNWyalXQPbiFma2rrezVa8CY8my6ejFvgBZIYrtg6cBzrP3Ar8n1AZ2MoF5wW15tBTJ7IN-PwdAWEKSe76MK7HQ0E_jc88RCS9EWP_BtTVdSD7tV7OhelRr_7g/s400/Gathered+bodice+tulle+net+dress.JPG" border="0" />Here's the Deco dress again on the right. On the left is a dress that looked decent in Gracia magazine but looks kind of cheap on the topshop webstie. I'm still hoping to try it on in real life though. Who knows?</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5122051136110541970" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr1nXhwJk-sQmTI9bjIPzd9Biaj2vXmuaETtgFWO1LUlAd3pNdI1cW7Qx9aKvUF3GA1I6ul0Q5cgIGGwMyXh2fRzM5CE5Ul1CsPNZr8nH9YzUiOqc0AMmJqbnudvJNhlsyiuoEi85ug2k/s400/94120_moss111007_800x1226_122_623lo.jpg" border="0" />And then there's this pleated mini dress. When topshop describes it as mini, it really does looks supremely mini. it doesn't even go down to Kate's legs in the ID image! But hopefully it won't be <em>that </em>short on me since I'm short anyways. It looks demure on the top, but short and young at the bottom.</span></div><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The Christmas collection is supposed to hit stores on <strong>25th Oct </strong>-that's this Thursday. I can't wait! I only hope Top Shop stocks enough of my size for once. Clothes-shopping-wise, there's nothing more annoying than finding a design you like and the shop doesn't have your size left.</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-30518117982800876112007-10-23T03:27:00.000-07:002007-10-23T03:28:34.522-07:00The Hills Season 3<h3 class="post-title"> </h3> <div class="post-body"> <div> <div><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119115375639870578" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe7wAIx0GsNWU_Q4cGfMtlmDVAslDjNUJn-J1VA3ErvtuZPMYETfiD-0udAHwZi379z_JSWl2P4jIkSRdq2c37yCUbXjLy0agA3V9Ceks3WpUoi9at-_QAZv8oLFsaHOhyphenhyphen8B1svJRlyuA/s400/The.Hills.S03E01.WS.DSR.XviD-SYS.avi0257.png" border="0" /> <div><div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><strong>Season 3 of The Hills</strong> is rumoured to be its last season, (because supposedly, Lauren doesn't want cameras to follow her everywhere anymore.) I don't know how many of you watch the Hills or read enough paprazzi to know drama between the characters, but I'm not going to get into it here. Yes, I know the so-called 'reality' isn't quite reality, but sometimes it's just funny watching how dumb and annoying people can get. Plus even more importantly, their clothes look too fantastic <em>not</em> to watch! It's sort of like watching a 'reality', Lalaland-version of <strong>Sex and the City mixed with Gossip Girl</strong>. </span><br /><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5124232794813316546" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuPW-yVFWSgkJZfQ5d9nbKm3TD36HWHr4yEGbSS9WQSuuE7iuIur070-uFwsGOilaTPDZx8o63lhcrtahziAdFYG4yJGNWNZKr0G6Al8JlDIlLd6rYD4LclDq7zxHZ7buPjBS_-3OCwn4/s400/The.Hills.S03E02.WS.DSR.XviD-SYS.avi0528.png" border="0" />The first thing that I noticed about Season 3 is that the clothes have become more fabulous than before! In episode 1, Audrina looked amazing in this silver dress, (which is by Alice + Olivia). It's perfect for this summer (short, super short,) and a good choice for a date + clubbing.</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114778639416274" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6SfpR8nLJG8LTDd7_Y7_sawl8bLkmCZ7ET9uoeeD-1qVCsgZDFHVyCsBEgFFLgiwz7c5PDnVzWmmfN0zzxqnp4DUARHWP4EZLUccajv7i1d0iqQo6Lkjts38f6gZJR3-BF4kcskYRl5Q/s400/fb_03.jpg" border="0" />Throughout the season, there has been scenes of Lauren and Whitney at the Teen Vogue office. Strangely (uh huh,) they didn't actually do much other than compliment on each other's clothes and reviewing Lauren's feelings about things that had just happened to herself. It's always nice to see the clean, pretty interior of the office of Teen Vogue.</span><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114894603533330" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLBe6m1iXigNGUTtEGwZMZo5wiWLAAVOzXXXtZDnMURyOPTUircG-AIYg3Wy9ecmBTMkl_2fNTSeVvtfLCK0MHBc4piLkneCHLg8QAtsGzxrQ19w_Ovqmebq4GBCIdJTp_g-frkzHLrfk/s400/heidi+and+spencer.jpg" border="0" />And there are scenes of Heidi and Spencer being annoying together. I swear Heidi's decisions never really make sense to me. And Spencer should really shave everyday.</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119115379934837890" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhisHubNMMz24B6jkxbUxxZ0dqpV9bdp-oRQJ_ZYbB36Rht6aAdsW4ePTooYxZQ8vPoejO7n3AvE94UnptU6_d1Q4K1gs2tLqw-eZ1xw17CsEycLDT4zS1x0c9cp5aLUkDUfksgb3UbqyE/s400/The.Hills.S03E01.WS.DSR.XviD-SYS.avi0814.png" border="0" />In Season 3, Heidi has felt the need to flash her new assets every oppurtunity possible. Those dresses are seriously low-cut!</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119115375639870562" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPR7kFq4vLyXzz91mp0HMrJENzv_m7cw3YwJKYJ7OpeGyGwr4yjsG0qgPvLyNnX68I10Ysj5s7EPGOtZg0VzoannWNJ4-5KcTusE6nmvLUk6pSMXH0Xt7okXLUynjdQBSFy7nMM5vkgcs/s400/the+hills+4.jpg" border="0" />Somehow I feel like I've got a similar personality as Lauren, so I really like watching Lauren's funny expressions and reactions to situations.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114894603533314" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWVJduBe25K-WCeDU_xk0ehI2L5e42ej4o9cpQcpE3EHgO_rqMjtu5yVF2yYaQqYnLqSiSO23aP394Lwqw-qOV6G5OdkKq3PuuGjtqCpv2UWfsFHrZ91KVbLm9iE0FasrN1C9hD2sEnI0/s400/fb_08.jpg" border="0" />We're going to miss Lauren's </span><a href="http://iamfashion.blogspot.com/2007/03/black-headband.html#comments"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">headbands</span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">!</span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114782934383602" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb7q7xVfyEUCP0Bl1zmutLg2hT3REI3WuBqXVeHuLpPkmb0GJi0fCd683YySXzzvbXnXhVNleff8ZJpD6lvqWhSVRL-mwjcOTIe4cIfzyVBHNXZp-f0VFlJ4I-Rj5x1aF9OxzXFAzvMAs/s400/fb_05.jpg" border="0" />One thing I really liked about the show was the group hanging out at cool hot spots. Everything just looks so chic.</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5124234538570038738" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryfhPpS-FdsuG2Yd_sCywd-NuTpokt0ECzKtH9_GvFoCmHxFq8hZVDakz9TvQA2r4qsDX73Ahv-YIdZQ67112rxlCL8XoxZe-2MFcr__RL_AlrydNMOTApJwdKOIE1lW9UzjCVK54y8w/s400/The.Hills.S03E01.WS.DSR.XviD-SYS.avi0709.png" border="0" />Maybe even more importantly, the girls just talking with themselves. It's so nice to hear sort of normal conversations on TV. It's sort of like watching yourself talk with your friends, except they live together (-so jealous!) And any show that has such a <strong>strong friendship element</strong> in it is definitely my thing!</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114782934383586" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirfnjrA_QpgyUNnRcXnvcsvTZLUigbp79jT5Tu9nLVI-yCCZzGu-BlkYpCTKF8t1sgMrPp5I_CGgjs-Zjy6HMMvhXgppx6DsDWD6wjdIYuvFBdMPw0pJKp22piU_rvToek2Jwlm7GZ9ZQ/s400/fb_04.jpg" border="0" />And of course I'm going to miss the drama. Real or not, it's just so entertaining!</span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119114894603533346" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgug3W_yL68-bs7Igj-TDP5_YsXmNfWQMptver2zI41cSLvka_Ne8IRbttBEEyK8bfkPSd3e3OXuFxnM2jiAOFY0CJ8VseRtakmYs83bBeomjLEU9OqciTfSqq6uQquPlic6M6b0ohyEFQ/s400/hills-premiere.jpg" border="0" />Thankfully, (unfortunately if you hate them,) the cast will probably still be attending events and be photographed for another while. I can't wait to see them in new, fun party dresses. Here, the girls are at the The Hills' Season 3 premiere party. The FCUK dress Lo's wearing is still available at FCUK stores in a few colours. It's actually affordable so I really have to get myself to a store to try it on!</span><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119115156596538418" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5ZIUFpnFAPvKH0DBJKFGoiAJw2pZT6aTCFtWyXxbv8B9FcvU006tP12AUZ2_qWRP5IDImiqLboJwZCtIznpzw_Cv96qUoCJYAvH1yYiOZpKZrQsxnFGsEHSk1PjdOtlTGf-jVQaNbNGQ/s400/runway-conrad-alexander-wang.jpg" border="0" />This is one of my favourite Lauren outfits. LOVE the Alexander Wang dress on her. It's prettier and chicer than most of her plain dresses, but still simple enough to be 'her'. </span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;">I read that they're still filming. When <em>is </em>Season 3 going to end? I hope not anytime soon because it's one of the things where I get <strong>LA style inspirations</strong> from. Anyways, the Hills is still on air so don't forget to tune in!</span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-46490412852729722262007-10-21T19:33:00.000-07:002007-10-21T19:34:43.023-07:00Cole Haan Shoes<span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">To be honest, I've never felt much for Cole Haan shoes. They were just one of those classic American brands that I keep getting confused with Kenneth Cole. But walking into the store the other day, drawn by the </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">sales</span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> sign, I was quite impressed with their shoe collection this season, especially the ones with their </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: trebuchet ms;">Nike Air cushioning </span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">feature. This has probably been around for forever, but I just found out recently. So excuse my babbling....</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3C0KcsFI/AAAAAAAABEo/9702kZqzQ3I/s1600-h/Cole+Haan-+Fiona+High+Air+Pumps.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120723666566164562" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3C0KcsFI/AAAAAAAABEo/9702kZqzQ3I/s400/Cole+Haan-+Fiona+High+Air+Pumps.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Ever since my summer experience, I've wanted a pair of </span></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">quality </span></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">black pumps as I've finally realized the tremendous importance of it in professional wear. Ideally it would be comfortable and the made just right. A pair of perfect Prada black pump jumps to mind. But alas, they are quite out of my reach at the moment. And to be fair, I probably wouldn't want to wear it daily anyway. Hence, when I saw these Fiona's at the Cole Haan store, I fell in love. They shape is made just right. The height is great. The quality is good. It is cheaper than a pair of Pradas (at around $300, though I'll probably wait until it goes on sale to make the final kill). And to top all that, it has Nike Air cushioning embedded in the front for comfort. Now I don't know if this is a new thing or not, but what a genius idea! I tried it on. It really makes all the difference. At 3 1/2", it is very very very comfortable. And I'd give much to be comfortable and chic. Oh and these also come in plain leather, but I thought the patent leather version gives it a bit more of a oomph. </span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DEKcsGI/AAAAAAAABEw/W9EUse1si9o/s1600-h/Cole+Haan-+Carma+OT+Air+Pump.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120723670861131874" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DEKcsGI/AAAAAAAABEw/W9EUse1si9o/s400/Cole+Haan-+Carma+OT+Air+Pump.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"></span></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Anyway, some more beauties from this comfortable and chic collection. The Carma. For a pair of peep toes, I think these are quite nice as it peeps just enough. And I have a thing for platforms heels. These also come in patent leather and plain leather and all the classic colors, but I just thought I'd show this one just to spice it up a little. </span></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DEKcsHI/AAAAAAAABE4/qpEhOswoF64/s1600-h/Cole+Haan-+Dalya+Air+Pump.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120723670861131890" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DEKcsHI/AAAAAAAABE4/qpEhOswoF64/s400/Cole+Haan-+Dalya+Air+Pump.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">At 4", these Dalya are just the thing to wear for a casual day out and into the night. With sturdy chunky heels (which are so cool), platforms AND the cushioning thing, you won't have to rest. Plus, I love the patent leather and suede combo here. And this wine red color is just great if one wants a pair of red shoes, but don't want to it to be too flashy i.e. ME! </span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DUKcsII/AAAAAAAABFA/vG1EkxlZbqc/s1600-h/Cole+Haan-+Dalya+Air+Tall+Boot.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120723675156099202" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DUKcsII/AAAAAAAABFA/vG1EkxlZbqc/s400/Cole+Haan-+Dalya+Air+Tall+Boot.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Then, they have boots. I love the folding thing here. It adds simple detail without being too much. Though I'm not too sure about the squarish looking heel here....though at 4" I guess you need it for extra support.</span> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DUKcsJI/AAAAAAAABFI/4f-386O8UiQ/s1600-h/Cole+Haan-+Cassidy+Air+Boot.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120723675156099218" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; cursor: pointer; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB3DUKcsJI/AAAAAAAABFI/4f-386O8UiQ/s400/Cole+Haan-+Cassidy+Air+Boot.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">I like the slimmer heels here better. Though of course these two are going after completely different looks. One is simple and classic and the other has more details and is more feminine.<br /><br />So yes, after seeing this collection and falling love with the Fiona, I don't think I'm going to confuse Cole Haan with Kenneth Cole anymore!</span></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-62988344415378214512007-10-17T03:06:00.000-07:002007-10-17T03:09:06.266-07:00Flared Jeans<div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">For the past year, I've been imagining myself in a pair of plain, black, flared jeans and a simple top. For one thing, flared jeans, in my mind, form part of the going-to-college image. Another thing is, even though I've been favouring the long top and straight/ skinny jeans look in the last year or two, I've got short tops that just don't go well with skinny jeans.</span><br /></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">But apparently, finding a pair of such simple jeans was a lot harder than I thought. I visited Barney's, Saks and Neiman Marcus near Rodeo Drive and hardly found any bootcut jeans available -All they had were skinny or high waisted, wide-legged jeans. </span><br /><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5108701264427782290" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0UmCoWvoAMksCGbQadF0R6XmVfahpUhW68as3qpxgH1kCdqBx7jCsLcdgTGR1v8A0VtEJCa74y90mAILBnixaIIcaposcy6NEeGv6I_0PBnmjhMxziHsBnAi5yO7V0JmMmt_bRz-SfrW_/s400/Citizens.jpg" border="0" />So I lowered my expectations and decided that I would even settle for a pair of washed, boot-cut jeans (like the Citizens of Humanity ones above.) In San Francisco, even though the new Bloomingdale's offered a wider selection of jeans, I still couldn't find my dream pair. Luckily, one of you readers suggested I go to the </span><a href="http://www.bluesjeanbar.com/"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Blues Jean Bar</span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> -I loved it there! (Thanks for suggesting I go there btw.) You tell the saleslady what you're looking for and the size and they just pull out a few choices from their shelves. Normally I would hate a store that doesn't organise its clothes by brand names, but this is one exception. </span><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5108701268722749602" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivSANjCMHhQ-WPgseVlGrYA4dxKN8JYZItiWJWNxYzjzWen6hZh4rI30YwycmDhpMoOubZm_LiZOcZYe9oXGJhL1sBw3l8lxnkkdzvyrdYbIQ1QgqfLyllo5Og-31Z2nBgOya06MDaRf8Q/s400/J+Brand+Lovestory+Low+Rise+Bell+Bottom+Jean+4.jpg" border="0" />One of the saleslady's recommendation was the new <strong>J Brand's Lovestory jeans</strong>, (technically, low-rise bell-bottom jeans.) The saleslady wasn't sure about them since they looked more like pants than jeans, but I tried them on and love them! The material is really elastic and they're tight on top and flares out at the knees, so they're comfortable, fits well and look good. If you haven't worn a pair of flared jeans in a while, go try a pair on! It's such a refreshing feeling, (and perhaps slightly odd since it's been awhile.) (I found out later that Kate Moss supposedly wore them in blue recently.) </span><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The truth is, finding jeans that match what you want isn't actually that difficult -just go onto </span><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">www.shopbop.com</span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">. But I'm one of those careful people and I wouldn't buy jeans unless I've tried them on, meaning that I'm limited to the choices sold in shops. Anyways, anyone else been trying on flared jeans again recently? And I don't mean bootcut, I mean flared! </span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-65462432806323987672007-10-14T08:27:00.000-07:002007-10-14T08:28:31.249-07:00Velvet Torch<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">All summer long, HG and I have been wondering- <span style="font-style: italic;">where </span>does one go to buy nice cheap but chic dresses to go with all the dress trends that have been so popular recently. I mean, dresses aren't quite the cheapest thing on the menu.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9D0KcsKI/AAAAAAAABFQ/eWI7i6H-eL0/s1600-h/Velvet+Torch-+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9D0KcsKI/AAAAAAAABFQ/eWI7i6H-eL0/s400/Velvet+Torch-+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120730280815800482" border="0" /></a>So the other day when I was shopping at Nordstrom on my way to pick up a baby gift, I passed by the Juniors section and saw a number of cute dresses. Intrigued I took a closer look- and found some more really cute looking dresses at a REALLY cheap price ($50's)! Now I know the quality and cutting might not be the same, but since I have a slight frame anyway, I picked up a bunch and gave them a try- and was impressed to find that the fit was quite good- better than Forever 21! After much debating and taking photos of myself in the changing room (the lighting is so bad though), I finally settled on this silver shift dress. I thought it was simple and chic, perfect for dinner and a night out! I spent the longest time trying to decide between silver and gold too. I finally decided on silver because I thought it contrasted with my pale skin tone better and would match my grey boot, but now that I'm home I'm not too sure.....thoughts?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EEKcsLI/AAAAAAAABFY/pNYuSEl9g0I/s1600-h/Velvet+Torch-+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EEKcsLI/AAAAAAAABFY/pNYuSEl9g0I/s400/Velvet+Torch-+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120730285110767794" border="0" /></a>Anyway, that dress was by this brand called Velvet Torch. With a little googling, I found the rest of the collection on the Nordstrom website and thought- wow, not bad at all! These two are my favourite for fall. The black one with the bell sleeves is super cute. And the grey check one is prim and ladylike, with the neckline adding some fun to it.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EEKcsMI/AAAAAAAABFg/baCFZQvSyJA/s1600-h/Velvet+Torch-+3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EEKcsMI/AAAAAAAABFg/baCFZQvSyJA/s400/Velvet+Torch-+3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120730285110767810" border="0" /></a>Cute eyelet dresses. Though these were probably better for summer.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EUKcsNI/AAAAAAAABFo/hUiRCRdM7AU/s1600-h/Velvet+Torch-+4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EUKcsNI/AAAAAAAABFo/hUiRCRdM7AU/s400/Velvet+Torch-+4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120730289405735122" border="0" /></a>I love the simple cutting of the plain black dress (left). Its great for....all day. And the grey/black dress (right) is just the thing to wear going out during the day.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EUKcsOI/AAAAAAAABFw/UdSoCA3hWYA/s1600-h/Velvet+Torch-+5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RxB9EUKcsOI/AAAAAAAABFw/UdSoCA3hWYA/s400/Velvet+Torch-+5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5120730289405735138" border="0" /></a>And then there are these adorable printed dresses.<br /><br />Sigh, these are so cute! I can't wait to go back when it goes on sale and buy some more. Who knew shopping in the Juniors section could be so fruitful?<br /></span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-46021718500230293862007-10-11T12:59:00.000-07:002007-10-11T13:00:43.377-07:00Think Pink<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Its <a href="http://www.breastcancerawareness.com/">Breast Cancer Awareness</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> month everyone, so when shopping- think pink! Here are a few of my favourite "pink" things this month that are both stylish and meaningful:</span></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2790719&cp=1870143.1819308&ab=int_092707_shop_PinkPony&parentPage=family"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117359590481899314" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDb0KcrzI/AAAAAAAABCY/gXD1ZI_9JaM/s400/Pink-+Pink+Pony+Match+Polo+%2B+Live+to+Love+Tee.jpg" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">To start off with, there is the new <span style="font-style: italic;">running </span>polo from the <a href="http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2790719&cp=1870143.1819308&ab=int_092707_shop_PinkPony&parentPage=family"> Pink Pony</a> Collection at RL. To be honest, I would probably have bought it anyway just because I am a fan of polos and the running polo looks interesting. But now, they've given us a better excuse to buy it- this month all proceeds from the Pink Pony collection will go towards the Pink Pony Fund. Yes, all $125 will be put to good use! For something a little less preppy with more of an edge, there is this really cute t shirt, <span style="font-style: italic;">Live to love, </span>from <a href="http://www.loserkids.com/product-exec/product_id/1836/nm/Keep_A_Breast_Live_To_Live_Girls_T_Shirt_Red">Loserkids</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">,for the <a href="http://keep-a-breast.org/">Keep a Breast Foundation</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">. So its not pink, but I think this is the perfect color for such a t shirt. If it was pink, I don't think it would have quite the same rockin' effect. Oh and another point, these tees are printed on American Apparel t shirts- so quality control everyone! They also have a few more t shirts supporting the foundation, so check them out too. I also really like the <span style="font-style: italic;">Own Hope </span>tee!<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDcUKcr0I/AAAAAAAABCg/f1UPO4CkZxg/s1600-h/Pink-+Y+Me+Link+Tank+++Photo+frames+Cubes.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117359599071833922" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDcUKcr0I/AAAAAAAABCg/f1UPO4CkZxg/s400/Pink-+Y+Me+Link+Tank+%2B+Photo+frames%2BCubes.jpg" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> Following the rockin' theme, there is this Y-Me Link Tank from </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://www.presentsforpurpose.com/shop/index.php?cPath=102">Presents for Purpose</a>. For $56, you can benefit the </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="www.y-me.org">Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization</a>. I think the chain looks really cool on the otherwise plain white tank. From the same site, Presents for Purpose, they have pink stationary that also contributes to Breast Cancer Awareness. The cube shaped photoframe/box is my absolute favourite! I think it'll make the perfect present for anyone. Come to think of it, I bought something very similar to my best friend once for her bday and she thought I'd sent her an empty box before she realized it was a photo frame....haha.</span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDckKcr1I/AAAAAAAABCo/KIgppXG8ixI/s1600-h/Pink-+Smashbox+++Bare+Escentuals.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117359603366801234" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDckKcr1I/AAAAAAAABCo/KIgppXG8ixI/s400/Pink-+Smashbox+%2B+Bare+Escentuals.jpg" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">Moving along to beauty, lots of beauty companies are also embracing this month's theme (it <span style="font-style: italic;">is </span>fashion's favouite charity . As HG says, the pink ribbon is just sooo pretty!). Smashbox came out with this <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P191606&categoryId=B70">BCA Blushing Pink Fusion Soft Lights & Brush Set</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">, for $59 and Bare Escentuals made this <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P164917&categoryId=B70">Pink Passion set</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> for lips and lids for $40.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDkkKcr2I/AAAAAAAABCw/LsZYtJ_EBUQ/s1600-h/Pink-+Philosophy+++Lacoste+Touch+of+Pink.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117359740805754722" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDkkKcr2I/AAAAAAAABCw/LsZYtJ_EBUQ/s400/Pink-+Philosophy+%2B+Lacoste+Touch+of+Pink.jpg" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> For the body, Philosophy has a <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P37436&categoryId=B70">Shower For The Cure </a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">shower gel, where 100% of the proceeds goes to Women's Cancer Research Fund. Then there is Lacoste with its <a href="Young%20Survivors%20Coalition">Touch of Pink</a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> perfume. </span><span style="font-size: 85%;">Isn't it just so adorable how they all incorporated the pink ribbon into their packaging?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rw2xnEKcsEI/AAAAAAAABEg/tRsOSUqeKtw/s1600-h/Pink-+Warriors+in+pink+Cap+%2B+Pashmina+Pink+Scarf.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/Rw2xnEKcsEI/AAAAAAAABEg/tRsOSUqeKtw/s400/Pink-+Warriors+in+pink+Cap+%2B+Pashmina+Pink+Scarf.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119943636080701506" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"> Accessory wise, there is this cute cap from Ford's </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://www.fordvehicles.com/warriorsinpink/gear/">Warriors in Pink</a> </span><span style="font-size: 85%;">collection, where 100% of the net proceeds goes to Komen for the Cure. I've JUST been looking for a cap this summer to keep the sun off my face. A plain one seems too boring, a designer one seems a waist, a sports brand one feels like I'm wearing an advertisement, Von Dutch is a cliche...this is perfect! And to keep warm and pretty over the fall/winter months, the </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://www.thepashminastore.com/Pure-Pashmina-Scarf-Hot-Pink-3-Ply-p/ppsc-20.htm">Pashmina Store</a> </span><span style="font-size: 85%;">is also doing a promotion this month, where 5% of the proceeds of anything pink you buy on their site will go to Komen for the Cure. A great opportunity to stock up- think of the coming cold weather and all the evenings you will have that you'll be needing a nice pashmina shawl to keep you warm and stylish! They are also divinely soft and comfy!<br /></span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDk0Kcr4I/AAAAAAAABDA/ETrnvhW1pIc/s1600-h/Pink-+Ford+Mustang.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117359745100722050" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwSDk0Kcr4I/AAAAAAAABDA/ETrnvhW1pIc/s400/Pink-+Ford+Mustang.jpg" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 85%;">But for the ULTIMATE pink accessory, there is nothing quite like this limited edition </span><span style="font-size: 85%;"><a href="http://www.fordvehicles.com/warriorsinpink/mustang/">Warrior Mustang</a>, </span><span style="font-size: 85%;">a special addition to Ford's Warriors in Pink collection. With only 2500 units around, they are available in a V-6 Premium Array Coupe or Convertible models. But more importantly, this Mustang comes with a pink ribbon and Pony fender badge, pink Mustang rocker tape striping, charcoal leather seats with pink stitching, aluminum-spoke steering wheel with pink stitching and charcoal floormats with pink ribbon and contrast stitching. I especially like how it is selectively pink, a completely pink car will be waay too Barbie. Through the sale of these hot cars, Ford hopes to donate more than half a million dollars to Komen for the Cure. Talk about a sweet meaningful ride!</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-23036564625559422582007-10-09T23:05:00.000-07:002007-10-09T23:07:04.382-07:00Paris Fashion Week SS08 Wrapup IV<div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Last Paris Fashion Week SS08 post! Gosh, it's been such a busy time of the year I haven't had the time to blog about as many designers' collections as I would like to, but here are the last few collections.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Nina Ricci</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">This is one of the shows we've been all waiting for. Olivier Theyskens totally got my attention when he said the theme was on 'a group of girls you'd see on the street in the early morning coming from a ball'. I mean, in my imaginary glamorous world, one of the scenes I would picture myself in is <em>exactly </em>that -way to steal a girl's heart!</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045565241441106" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWeaUL187cQnWoX_kWUne1RENMAKw3uyXxK4KLTaljIK5SlPrZpJNT03And9htSed3Q4LGO93_XO8Ai6nB9RcoxGc9LSHQPotXnvlo7yavSmBzU8zml_gOVA628eXyWkhhlZF8YQESwtQ/s400/nina+ricci+1.jpg" border="0" />This season's look has still got last season's wavy, feather-added hair going on. While this collection is not as stunning or wowing as last season's, I still am in love with a lot of the dresses. I love how these silk dresses look so effortless, simply but not boring. SO chic!</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045573831375714" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBx0XRfDtMGKJRsyzJs3vVSihp6Ev9DN3WjV0gz4b5mvbVi65eKjQkQxAQiGdFYa2GQ3gNwBQCctJJat1Yom2o-IWKCbFpVCqZzp9Y9zm_L4_eBQ_rAXSkzPI3Uv-OzBVGA6e0Wk5CwUY/s400/nina+ricci+4.jpg" border="0" />Another thing I love about Olivier's Nina Ricci, the romantic, gothic element. Like that outfit on the left, it's sort of dark, yet still so pretty. The one thing we all recognise now is the long dresses' trains -they remind me of waves 'wishing and washing' behind the dress-wearer. Absolutely divine!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><br /><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Lanvin</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Another brilliant collection by Alber Elbaz. In my mind, he's the designer that started the trend of silk clothes and bright-coloured clothes. Unfortunately, Lanvin is one designer brand I can't afford anytime soon...</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045475047127842" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwVjiwp-yOT2KzMCNy1FcWEtDBPm1D7CcOdbeaKrRJA7t3u67wHcWrxPgomnhu879D57de9v6Vh0WPEvdUxw5U3lkvn2c9ZmbtauBc79Rh6v2GKSaV8-PTnrUAptP4otWv54QxjNEpGXA/s400/lanvin+1.jpg" border="0" />Very sophisticated and elegant.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045479342095154" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwn_OJLMIz-3Y_wiN7RnGr19CRzOEKAwxwi2El-r-nfxQGWlRGAKfvwFwB_6JlIp_XA28DnI_KRNi5BWAIBCuaX1dmQMJXE46c5o30svlrrH6MLU8Z1KVYClN2oMGtsKkK1qinEWBj5sM/s400/lanvin+5.jpg" border="0" />This collection was mostly dresses -a lot of them suitable for parties. </span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045483637062466" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsNvknVmzm2qxtonSxuVOFoD9GM7NG7FAcC0D93c-wpYspuFNn6IQNJ_rYTRsHa9MFVp-Hl0IdzJV4Q2pt1jR8QsYdrOMCDkCvwB4ygIyA5iaSbh9kjBUy-9arSx1NihDy9s2ntoTsrtU/s400/lanvin+9.jpg" border="0" />These dresses are fun, glamorous with lots of luxurious details. If only I had all those parties to go to...</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">John Galliano</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Usually I don't care much about Galliano's personal collection. OK, I probably still don't care that much, (not really my style.) But the theatrics of the show really caught my attention. It's not every show that the models don't look stoic and seem to be actually putting on a show.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045032665496338" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9iOmay735azQaXhBk63wWJTd11rZTtoU-7v5B71URLFU1ywMqkpAiMcpcK-Gu_UszQPVwbFmafqurP2r3bIANqumWbMGwc6h8c5KrloX9eIlUjhP4oEZrSn9NECvgSmMRWCpdTYhVFxw/s400/galliano+1.jpg" border="0" />A modern take on the elegant, flapper style.</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119045028370529026" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD1J44n612LMgx104pxPr3wyuI05LXdO0yNnMwk37tIJUrpuXuHKWZGmETlhvgnNralB2r5A9m1lqCw4K-9n3B5Qyz03UrrOqygELmkoP6mAhPVB39GNudbViwHu3WgepQZcqlykhr3es/s400/galliano+6.jpg" border="0" />The dresses are so dramatic! One dress I see potential in is the dress on the left -it's prints are light and pretty, and the dress itself looks totally wearable. I hope to see it in real life next season!</span></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Ooh no, I just realised I haven't blogged about YSL! Oh well, just remember to go check it out yourself! What did you think of these collections?</span></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-35156055800686218012007-10-08T22:20:00.000-07:002007-10-08T22:21:14.692-07:00Paris Fashion Week FW07 Wrapup III<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Instead of looking at the clothes, for a change, I'm only going to look at the accessories. Admittedly, I don't like Vuitton's new collection and I feel so-so for Miu Miu, but the reason for focusing on accessories is that the accessories are the main selling point to me (and most customers) of these two brands anyways.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Louis Vuitton</span></strong><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024953693387474" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg7P-KLMfRrHU5x9iyO6DX1LSdH-0cY_ydtGlSBpGDuO0xohtpTta18jaDc5XmHzXT-GYR-_2F6GcG5pQAGXbJ4GPgOJCeTNudln2mrt-UphplG9BzOxossXJe3FLBOUsabgkHik_vtMo/s400/lv+3.jpg" border="0" />OK, for a brand that's supposed to be major bag sellers, these bags are just terrible. I don't care that the designs are collaborations with artists. The colours and designs are just not what I would expect from a luxurious house. But there's no doubt that come spring, I'll see rich women carrying the new multi-coloured monogram bag on the streets. </span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024953693387490" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip9s33ROlRNFnQiv5EworuPCD4r6XRBkrzOZzd7WaWvCfzZa9M4OmqxLiRl6kdCMnrGzXW-sC3Ej6IGk1NTpvASanU-LrVRbQUVtqYKVEpIgakhfUQj8ovg9I65224tVxmqZaEaosCNEs/s400/lv+2.jpg" border="0" />I seriously dislike that PVC, yellow and denim-monogrammed bag on the left. It's tacky even if you plan to carry it just to the beach. As for the purple bag on the right, I still have mixed feelings, (but would definitely not even consider buying.)</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><strong>Miu Miu</strong></span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Miu Miu is usually a major accessories galore for girls in their 20's. They're girly, cute, sophisticated with a funky edge. </span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024850614172354" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTxy_vYbtlcKeS4NQo6t7LbHIdVTAGdF3HteRtXA7IJq1hyphenhyphenXMl8Mc57P520IilSQV8VV6w43U1tQrDSJxyVJ8rsQbOtIWj_8ssihCOx3Rs1ZoO-ndkcLb47XOR0B9DHcox4DiXibFPx2Q/s400/miu+miu+0.jpg" border="0" />For SS08, Miu Miu's shoes were all about the ankles -in different forms of ankle straps.</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024313743260306" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBQc6rKWQs29YT5xf3VT2JKx4b-7Z0yg_di4BiYpmKSzmaxOa7WAPO18E_lM90I7yEN_n3YcHq6jYy0fMbz46aX4gv7Uj1AxLiJt2zx-ytn2DOkuJIAf7tQkUXgWgRsxMT524uQMi3Ykk/s400/miu+miu+10.jpg" border="0" />Even simple pumps had straps around the ankle. Some of the outfits also had this cream-coloured piece of cloth (whatever it's called) around the models' ankles or wrists.</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024318038227618" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT1x1B2cSHLfeEdO9OJtSCX2nGHO90hEaOXmzhKJmmvJq-ZXsbWyB53mYok8aVFhyZBhN8G1TrcZ03WffJQcKrifK2VQDDkouV4lVAcR8Dj-rLXHaUOtgdWsIfG9Ugswh7qcXzA5xTgsI/s400/miu+miu+7.jpg" border="0" />It's SS08, why were there boots? I don't care they have holes along the calves! You have to be a serious fashionista (or fashion victim) to wear these boots!</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5119024846319205042" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWi4P4oY2hnUw4ZJwmdXoIJVvdPyXRYeBf05N0MrrS4q2TCYEawulRcwjMXidhoaVYUk8EgBdfgjMr0q_lYJBw6yQtQl78436ECtOsiCjXJFpxkXLaRJlQpTpXhS_q7xZ7BnAyXs_Ohfc/s400/miu+miu+1.jpg" border="0" />As for bags, I didn't see many of them in the runway photos. The only bags I saw were these clutches. Cute, slightly bohemian and very girly, but I'm not too sure on their practicality.</span>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-64102091349604464262007-10-07T07:26:00.000-07:002007-10-07T07:28:12.579-07:00Paris Fashion Week Wrapup II<span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Ah Paris. I usually adore it. But somehow this season, it seems that both of my favourite fashion houses has managed to disappoint me :(</span><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"></span><br /><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Chloe</span></strong><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Maybe its because I've never really been much of a fan of Marni even at its height, and thus I fail to appreciate Paulo Melim's efforts over at Chloe. I can see a shadow of the effortlessly chic Chloe girl who was, but its like she has been buried in too much unneccesary drapings and graphics. The effect takes away the "effortless" and as for chic, well, that is debateable. </span><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHL0KcsBI/AAAAAAAABEI/jo_fGyAJnKs/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chloe1.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419244813168658" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHL0KcsBI/AAAAAAAABEI/jo_fGyAJnKs/s400/SS08Paris-+Chloe1.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> I mean, it doesn't look <em>too bad</em>. These dresses here are like a softer and more feminine version of Marni designs and thats pretty.<br /></span><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHMEKcsCI/AAAAAAAABEQ/heHmoGvfAzY/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chloe2.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419249108135970" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHMEKcsCI/AAAAAAAABEQ/heHmoGvfAzY/s400/SS08Paris-+Chloe2.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> And these are ok (well, maybe not that graphic purple dress), but they just don't inspire me to jump up and rush to the store and get something similar you know.<br /></span><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHMEKcsDI/AAAAAAAABEY/JlPIah9jBeM/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chloe3.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419249108135986" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHMEKcsDI/AAAAAAAABEY/JlPIah9jBeM/s400/SS08Paris-+Chloe3.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I actually like the feel of the far left and far right dress here. Probably because they resemble some of Philo's last collection except in different prints. Though these graphics don't quite have the glam factors that its predecessors had, these are more youthful, <em>too </em>youthful. I just kind of expected more from Chloe, my favourite brand.<br /></span><br /><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><strong>Chanel</strong></span></div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Titled <em>Nuits d'Été</em>, this collection was another case of, what was Karl thinking?<br /></span><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG-0Kcr8I/AAAAAAAABDg/Yb7gALsoDFU/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chanel1.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419021474869186" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG-0Kcr8I/AAAAAAAABDg/Yb7gALsoDFU/s400/SS08Paris-+Chanel1.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> I never thought I'd say this, but I thought a lot of the pieces looked <em>trashy</em>. What an oxymoron for Chanel. First of all, I cannot imagine how light colored denim can look good as a bathing suit. I don't even like the color as jeans/jackets that much. I hope that color is not making a come back. And no matter what Karl says, dressing up like an American flag is not classy, not even on 4th of July. Come to think of it, Karl's not even American.....<br /></span><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG_kKcr9I/AAAAAAAABDo/Ye_Nt5EuW0E/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chanel2.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419034359771090" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG_kKcr9I/AAAAAAAABDo/Ye_Nt5EuW0E/s400/SS08Paris-+Chanel2.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">The dress (left) had potential to be ok, but paired with those boots, ugh. The middle outfit, another ugh. And the model looks like she's wearing an oversized version of little kid's clothing in that colorful dress with the matching socks (right).<br /></span><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG_0Kcr-I/AAAAAAAABDw/EA9HhIFN5rs/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chanel4.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419038654738402" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhG_0Kcr-I/AAAAAAAABDw/EA9HhIFN5rs/s400/SS08Paris-+Chanel4.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Grommet dresses should not be paired with such boots. And admittedly the middle/right dress is not that bad, the middle one even carries a gothic flair thats kind of romantic, its not really to my taste.<br /></span><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHAUKcr_I/AAAAAAAABD4/iA2Gd5gxK18/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chanel3.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419047244673010" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHAUKcr_I/AAAAAAAABD4/iA2Gd5gxK18/s400/SS08Paris-+Chanel3.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"> Luckily in this 71 piece collection, Karl managed to squeeze in a few more elegant, simple and classic pieces for me. Maybe this makes me boring for being unreceptive to his more adventurous pieces, but THIS for me, is the Chanel style.<br /></span><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHBUKcsAI/AAAAAAAABEA/Txe1csZvEj4/s1600-h/SS08Paris-+Chanel5.jpg"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5118419064424542210" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NUbPhaVyuGs/RwhHBUKcsAI/AAAAAAAABEA/Txe1csZvEj4/s400/SS08Paris-+Chanel5.jpg" border="0" /></span></a></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">And I ADORE these evening pieces as well. They are innovation yet still aesthetically pleasing, flattering to the figure and classy. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"></span> </div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Oh and besides those thigh high boots, love the shoes in this collection. Especially LOVE these three pairs shown above. They are works of art!<br /><br /></span><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Image Source: </span><a href="http://www.elle.com/fashionshows/11662/spring-2008-ready-to-wear.html"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Elle.com</span></a></div></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-17062791617064959632007-10-05T03:08:00.000-07:002007-10-05T03:10:14.623-07:00Paris Fashion Week SS08 Wrapup I<div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Paris! Exciting week this is. I know some of you aren't fans of fashion shows (or the posts) but I really do need to blog about the shows to let my brain sort out what trends will be coming up. Besides, sometimes it's nice to just stare at pretty clothes...</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Balenciaga</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Ah, the show we've all been waiting for. This season is all about the flower prints on Balenciaga's bold silhouette. Truth is, when you first look at them, you're going to think that Ghesquière simply draped old, colourful curtain cloth onto the models to form that Balenciaga silhouette.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117637653486975538" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErmcu_Edj4WDzM3G7nFM_TT3-thSLTpvGIEj6OxDRFSBaj3Y2CA6NSQT07UOr_UmvPEOpd4v6W9zRFlxePkrdS6Ulgv_e2Vy9DlO0hMSstEcZQbNcdPfNBL-5F9utnz8CZ6B545efC254/s400/balenciaga+2.jpg" border="0" />Gosh, everything is so luxurious. Look at the bold prints and colours, and that amazing silk!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117637653486975554" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQKxmMJ0fUWRwICf3srgSJp556sXxrzN7dUwd7LcPjacMRhD1U2pcg02ZxcJUccRfS2n1EXRhfKSnxYEtVv7VR3T1dKLVYBwKIsvoQGUkMpVeonIV_t9nY3ODit0BZMt6RfpqaTEoEC-X4/s400/balenciaga+5.jpg" border="0" />SO pretty. Obviously I have no plans to wear huge shoulder tops/ dresses come spring, and yes, they are not your everyday silhouette, but the more I see this collection the more I love it!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117637662076910162" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIiw8MZ2InZkRZMJzw6dZNnz2SMpMbanf5-CWCtWL5glX4q_-zkn6qqf6amwRILTCMX_ArnCex8kzBsDDHqg1bbOh4kH97OKxW0424M9jlXtrRb2chTXgEgK9CauwKNZV3Gw18IX1ya30L/s400/balenciaga+8.jpg" border="0" />The show ended with some plainer, but no less structured and brilliant clothes.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Karl Lagerfeld</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">I'm usually so-and-so on Karl Lagerfeld's collections, but I really like this one. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117636489550838306" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXjywImgFRJYPidpLV0ruXO9Bfo34NKHVp2wEnoXGj2P5MuX5jC2vIqn7i6mhCK3F5Wg7ekl1dpKN_SYAeOnaOCJPllANsj5jxD2-XXDg2hl06I5J9gJ3jVvObiRAwv_W2kgjmUQTYE0x7/s400/karl+lagerfeld+1.jpg" border="0" />These clothes are young, edgy with a hint of elegance. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117636489550838290" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEKwYz1Uv1YlWWRRRP5oCayTrdvYvSW-EyHWvQZ2LhQYKcL64x07KmcpP94InA14vU8NB5MhCrDZuom6aLxM9gar4_yNnKMvV1m6wZ1pudLOZYFRp0zH3EL8nq-NVngK4tNqSqC5ISSCZ3/s400/karl+lagerfeld+4.jpg" border="0" />I love how sweet yet edgy Vlada (left) looks in the black and white outfit. And I really want the white outfit in the middle. I still can't tell if it's a dress or a top plus skirt. The oufit is so simple, yet with subtle details. Notice that there is more than one material used (esp the top part.) These clothes have motivated me to check out Karl's collection next time I'm in a high-end department store.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><strong><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">Valentino</span></strong></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;">This Valentino show made all the headlines because it's the Valentino's final ready-to-wear show. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117636360701819394" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdHOrJtrOjfp2SP9Tgh58R4CeNt30PLiD4Z7y7t6UIhMqwFODHAxwJ1L3hKbUIhV7WJfiABl3VwLyzT_FIHc4k2AsXej77OAAcRyuAtj1lAZGP3l1LSo2JUUa7br0TgzmWl1GwgryMv8ed/s400/valentino+0.jpg" border="0" />The show was filled with his signature elegant dresses.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117636360701819378" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_gP1E9F7fM-4PD_eyzErNOl1_D5QT-_2HCFR_acB57nlf51e44QuZoA0Rr-2hsCbi3VHaIIFaCFRP53Z2bu8ZRC1VxTnp3qzxGYj2KHMd1OsWQSUVRL57wAPWB2Oxat40b5wmAV3oqZqR/s400/valentino+3.jpg" border="0" />Such pretty black and white dresses. Can you imagine, you can buy one of these and still wear them every year onwards and they'll not go out of style.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms; font-size: 85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117636356406852066" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj04cX80hGeyw3Ubb41pnejc3_m3rV5wZQ5OuYWcJaeTutfIRlkzan4WTSaFr7TRf47WXtXYMoqPGjq7bpD694wv1fC4cTLK4-eyzvujPbtLc37cFMxnK1ry_qZvI4gy6Yxi8R7WDI9Sixy/s400/valentino+6.jpg" border="0" />In the usual Valentino fashion, the last few dramatic dresses had lot of frills and layers. The next thing everyone would be intersted in is what direction Valentino's sucessor's would take the House to. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;"></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS; font-size: 85%;">Image credit: <a href="http://www.style.com/">http://www.style.com/</a> </span></div>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7680302200315201479.post-29075017347933557822007-10-04T08:29:00.000-07:002007-10-04T09:34:13.866-07:00How to Wear Clothes That Make You Look SlimmerWith a little fashion savvy, you can learn to make your clothes work for you in showing off your best features and minimizing the not-so-flattering ones. <p class="MsoNormal">1.Choose clothing all in one color to give yourself a long, lean look.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-tr4LFHazxcj25beGLaHv3IpptndMq7DOJPOoTITtO0qEeT3lcjixhqAy2liT-SrzKh9XTemmaGlxcftVSyZHAjs7hD0rKkP7ZH0PhRlj8QBA0zYph0wR7OciZwrGJjyFEvGwKUYqD0wr/s1600-h/duyettinbm3-217.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-tr4LFHazxcj25beGLaHv3IpptndMq7DOJPOoTITtO0qEeT3lcjixhqAy2liT-SrzKh9XTemmaGlxcftVSyZHAjs7hD0rKkP7ZH0PhRlj8QBA0zYph0wR7OciZwrGJjyFEvGwKUYqD0wr/s320/duyettinbm3-217.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117510535641746002" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">2.Wear black. It gives a look that is especially slimming.</p><p style="text-align: right;" class="MsoNormal"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttEyG0yI-byeaeqwhRKDSxhSirAbHGtSoGFPT8JeBqye1EETddQJ0BL3QIELOUfTxT-dQsU0Bi_fmyKNiuyP-vdPP_8Ae3ee2RmPpVhGeElAGPdZ1ROwNd_PIFBmVTjlNLahmnoeYgX-1/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjttEyG0yI-byeaeqwhRKDSxhSirAbHGtSoGFPT8JeBqye1EETddQJ0BL3QIELOUfTxT-dQsU0Bi_fmyKNiuyP-vdPP_8Ae3ee2RmPpVhGeElAGPdZ1ROwNd_PIFBmVTjlNLahmnoeYgX-1/s320/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117511377455336034" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwDCxh1-AFc39mJED429wABBhsn8l7_4PcVdoRhe21uon_kdNBAo2QpH5pXYMlhzQsHL8uVlAb71oFlfZ46rSzIRWfUfBHjFqWgkstmmoRpgE75Q8oU9ZdpDA7tQj-uLVvNiuUZIuQ6DQN/s1600-h/0900631b812af875M.TIF.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwDCxh1-AFc39mJED429wABBhsn8l7_4PcVdoRhe21uon_kdNBAo2QpH5pXYMlhzQsHL8uVlAb71oFlfZ46rSzIRWfUfBHjFqWgkstmmoRpgE75Q8oU9ZdpDA7tQj-uLVvNiuUZIuQ6DQN/s320/0900631b812af875M.TIF.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117511665218144882" border="0" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><img src="file:///E:/Photos/Linh%20tinh/women%20skirt/0900631b812af875M.TIF.jpg" alt="" /><img src="file:///E:/Photos/Linh%20tinh/women%20skirt/0900631b812af875M.TIF.jpg" alt="" /> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">3.Try to avoid shapeless clothing. No one is fooled, and loose clothes often make you appear wider or heavier.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqpTV15DPL7CNsWGjGjLrf2gu37Twa8LXKwTCxSwYui5NlRMlgH7hnkbscoWupEPl-CE_bKQ_vXmKuhEcnig_cp5h8Wx1-qjdSAvkdGGbpy4kPhVmIw4KlU6G9Meni6ztC9R8aAQR0YmpE/s1600-h/khanhhtw15621.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqpTV15DPL7CNsWGjGjLrf2gu37Twa8LXKwTCxSwYui5NlRMlgH7hnkbscoWupEPl-CE_bKQ_vXmKuhEcnig_cp5h8Wx1-qjdSAvkdGGbpy4kPhVmIw4KlU6G9Meni6ztC9R8aAQR0YmpE/s320/khanhhtw15621.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117509814087240258" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">4.Avoid tight clothing that will emphasize your heavy areas.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUnITYZ0YjT7P0rqPyNBqgPRnliwdv1oeMQTAGBjHTrOEocsY2FhJz_wrt6Wb608ka3mptk5-drMmm9allFJNPL6q8RyuHhL_uUWG8UwvBUnnKXbFOY9kPRFiWbyiBjrR1YoLvwEiQHjy3/s1600-h/huongpm2006815164255176.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUnITYZ0YjT7P0rqPyNBqgPRnliwdv1oeMQTAGBjHTrOEocsY2FhJz_wrt6Wb608ka3mptk5-drMmm9allFJNPL6q8RyuHhL_uUWG8UwvBUnnKXbFOY9kPRFiWbyiBjrR1YoLvwEiQHjy3/s320/huongpm2006815164255176.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117515900055898786" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">5.Choose softly tailored pieces that define but don't constrain.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Ai-01sTJkEkWxYdEWHqga6h1pI-aEK086ZgWk6-xPEvNYo5wq0Mf3jW0Njmvid4HsZss7nedP4oy1zXMhD8ouJZtcdfMgFJzaMgJ3ZLPUhHbnBhy8IQlqf97cYlLM_H1IRqudf5ytSrY/s1600-h/maichi2006summer2455.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Ai-01sTJkEkWxYdEWHqga6h1pI-aEK086ZgWk6-xPEvNYo5wq0Mf3jW0Njmvid4HsZss7nedP4oy1zXMhD8ouJZtcdfMgFJzaMgJ3ZLPUhHbnBhy8IQlqf97cYlLM_H1IRqudf5ytSrY/s320/maichi2006summer2455.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117514955163093634" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">6.Steer clear of horizontal stripes, which make you appear wider, but consider vertical stripes, which make you look longer and leaner.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiztsabkuFO6439lzXc5lqhb-LBbu4pmT0YbQznWXuZS62jWjJY00IMplm42RpyDxk8Yei1_uaUwc7adIoeg1fNx-EGR-Ll1YuTkEt1C7EfK4V_SNx4egHD1x87x_qb5b0s2mUBjoKfM6LS/s1600-h/T14r0aXav7TtztLBLX_p.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiztsabkuFO6439lzXc5lqhb-LBbu4pmT0YbQznWXuZS62jWjJY00IMplm42RpyDxk8Yei1_uaUwc7adIoeg1fNx-EGR-Ll1YuTkEt1C7EfK4V_SNx4egHD1x87x_qb5b0s2mUBjoKfM6LS/s320/T14r0aXav7TtztLBLX_p.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117520341052082930" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">7.Wear blocks of color that draw the eye away from less-than-perfect areas. Wear a red shell or royal blue jacket, for example, to draw attention away from your legs.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl4FKdws8ghWXOhY27rodaHhyHNEJHao3cRmJV2A9bV0rtoyCObIbV1y6BJL6jeXYpUFVdYdJaF4FAhFVuQAkqNdVboAdxcUr-51ld6b8QYoRMbtMVWPi6YQ14CvG8MptGvUv22xnVUDUY/s1600-h/0bst260.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl4FKdws8ghWXOhY27rodaHhyHNEJHao3cRmJV2A9bV0rtoyCObIbV1y6BJL6jeXYpUFVdYdJaF4FAhFVuQAkqNdVboAdxcUr-51ld6b8QYoRMbtMVWPi6YQ14CvG8MptGvUv22xnVUDUY/s320/0bst260.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117517626632751810" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">8.Wear shoulder pads and wide necklines to balance wide hips.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr6iYTsot8x_GkQ9j1O6Qh0-NudvjrM3vayhni-aTiXBABu49EuKZ5Itw6adULvshbrnI1E5Jwo-jKHrY8kb0FoxmRx4uayuCm6Caav3QkIZIurxGx2k70q2Dx-wsMGHU0rGxIMfFdoLk9/s1600-h/maichiUntitled-2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr6iYTsot8x_GkQ9j1O6Qh0-NudvjrM3vayhni-aTiXBABu49EuKZ5Itw6adULvshbrnI1E5Jwo-jKHrY8kb0FoxmRx4uayuCm6Caav3QkIZIurxGx2k70q2Dx-wsMGHU0rGxIMfFdoLk9/s320/maichiUntitled-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117516935143017138" border="0" /></a> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">9.Choose pants that have narrow or tapered legs to hide a large midsection. Flat-front pants and side or back zippers will flatter your figure, while pockets, pleats and tight pants will only draw attention to your midsection.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGuD46sAfZWHDZObzQnOeB182TdbiNm8xtDtaCBCjsz3_Va1TNm7cOITeAxHYb3xflrQs3Y99xc_8qxRoOhFAm3xQ_wfDecYicKzhtq0Swy3-kyS-fSOYQeNnO8fxMoeQz4OPzLrIPWNX0/s1600-h/060607a6.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGuD46sAfZWHDZObzQnOeB182TdbiNm8xtDtaCBCjsz3_Va1TNm7cOITeAxHYb3xflrQs3Y99xc_8qxRoOhFAm3xQ_wfDecYicKzhtq0Swy3-kyS-fSOYQeNnO8fxMoeQz4OPzLrIPWNX0/s320/060607a6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117518777683987154" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB9SmmeUru3nFiaK7JTT5WSgTgnDbpN-_60IX6E0IM2O5oFLaF36Qt3ullCd9s2plUfvO6zOf0RCT6Bqh9gFipTytkZT7_WPEK1sjqqk4x35K-YKwenhIV6BHP6tq9C8rvrzD4PoB2_dSt/s1600-h/untitled3.bmp"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB9SmmeUru3nFiaK7JTT5WSgTgnDbpN-_60IX6E0IM2O5oFLaF36Qt3ullCd9s2plUfvO6zOf0RCT6Bqh9gFipTytkZT7_WPEK1sjqqk4x35K-YKwenhIV6BHP6tq9C8rvrzD4PoB2_dSt/s320/untitled3.bmp" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5117519787001301730" border="0" /></a> </p>Fuchsiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13088657240674903035noreply@blogger.com0