tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89730162254186110162024-03-07T22:23:18.352+13:00Fashion Beauty InsiderStephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-40911611351733410342007-07-27T20:39:00.000+12:002007-07-27T20:42:22.280+12:00Gossip GirlYay! Just what everyone needed, another gossipy tv series where everyone isnt what they seem and we spend the whole few seasons that it lasts finding out about the character's tangled webs of lies. Strangely enough though, I find myself wanting to know more and I seriously hope that this comes to TV here in little New Zealand sometime soon.<br />Oh and BTW, the Clique movie is coming out in 2008 too, yet another book-turned-movie.<br /><br /><br /><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JdeoMULDkIo" width="425" height="350" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent"></embed>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-14169980330932532092007-07-17T15:10:00.000+12:002007-07-17T15:52:06.169+12:00Nu-FlowNu-rave can hardly be considered a "Nu-trend" as it's been around for quite awhile and is possibly even "<em>old" </em>already. I know many of you hate the trend (along with the people that wear it) but I find the allure of fluro colours and House of Holland style tees a bit too tempting... It made me think, though, maybe there is something more to nu-rave than what Topshop has already done.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.supre.com.au/Common/Images/Products/21681.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.supre.com.au/Common/Images/Products/22199.jpg" /><br /><br />And sure enough, I found these tops in <a href="http://www.supre.com.au/">Supre</a> (an Australian shop, but never fear, you can order these HOH wannabes <a href="http://www.supre.com.au/">online</a>). They aren't exactly pricey ($AU20, which works out to be less in $US). There are heaps of other slogans on the different tops, including "I X'd-out-heart my ex", "I heart my girlfriend" and "I heart Myspace" as well as some tree hugging "Global warming is NOT cool" type tees.<br /><br />You like?Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-33093362494749289152007-02-13T17:03:00.000+13:002007-02-09T17:33:23.281+13:00This post isn't even worthy of a catchy title...I started school a week ago after a long, relaxing summer and so far I've been pretty uninspired for blog posts. This post is pretty much just for the sake of it (and so that I don't lose some of my loyal readers *I heart you*). I was paging through a virtual copy of Nylon magazine and I love the latest issue so much!You can go to the <a href="http://www.nylonmag.com">website</a> and get a free 3 issue virtual mag trial, really worth checking it out! And you also might want to keep an eye out on two designer collaborations coming out soon - Jeremy Scott for Ksubi and Thakoon for Manolo Blahnik. I'm pretty excited about the Ksubi one, not sure if Thakoon for Manolo will hit this small slice of the world though. Anyway, I'm doing another one of my 'favourite things' posts - just preparing you!<br /><br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://images.eluxury.com/assets_server/product/11209336/p11209336_ph_hero.jpg" /> <img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/8/_5350828.jpg" /></p><p align="left">Awwww this is so cute! The little <a href="www.eluxury.com">Tod's</a> loafer on a key chain, it doesnt make me want to pay the $145 for it, but I can't help but admire from afar. It kind of reminds me of a finger puppet, goodness knows why! The bangles on the right are going to be so hot for summer (assuming you live in the northern hemisphere. My summer is already over), just pair a few of them with a crisp white dress for an elegant but fun look. You can find them at <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2930117/0~2376776~2374327~6009188~6009231?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6009231&P=1">Nordstrom</a>.</p><br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/5/_5318505.jpg" /><img src="http://www.mycatwalk.com.au/pages/Resources/ksubi101dc.jpeg" /> </p><p align="left">I know that nautical is so old but I just can't get over this stunner of a tote. You can find it at <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2916262/0~2376776~2374327~6009188~6009230?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6009230&P=1">Nordstrom</a> for $195. I am also a huge Tsubi (or is that Ksubi++?) fan and the saleswoman that somehow managed to convince my parents to fork out $300 (NZ dollars) for a pair of jeans was wearing this pair. I quite like them, so different to all the cliche skinny jeans. You can buy these online at <a href="http://www.mycatwalk.com.au/pages/tsubi-jeans_101.html">MyCatwalk</a></p><p align="center"><em>It wasn't actually that hard to write this post!</em><br /></p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-29098827888027994912007-02-06T12:59:00.000+13:002007-02-06T14:19:41.272+13:00Karen's no longer in TV LandThe title comes from the name of Karen Walker's FW 06 collection called 'Karen in TV Land'. I just saw the pics from her NY fashion week show and I just can't wait for the collection to hit the shops! If I have to check her boutique every day to get the new t-shirt that looks suspiciously like the House of Holland ones (It says 'Yabba Dabba Do, Karen to the Rescue'), I will. Although knowing my luck, I'll have spent all that month's allowance when they're released (Does the bank loan money to under-18s?). Her collection has an edgy feel to it and I particularly adore the new signature patterns for the season! I also noticed a blue raincoat similar (if not the same as) to the red one Maria Sharapova wore in the Feb 07 Teen Vogue. Ok, I'll shut up now and let you see my six fave picks.<br /><p align="center"><img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00050m.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00120m.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00130m.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00160m.jpg" /><img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00220m.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/F2007RTW/KWALKER/RUNWAY/00080m.jpg" /></p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-23852679768010913332007-02-04T17:34:00.000+13:002007-02-04T17:51:59.796+13:00Giving Breast Cancer the Kiss OffEvery year, one of New Zealand's most popular chain stores Glassons recruits some of NZ's top designers to create T-shirts and they sell them for $30, with $10 of it going to the Breast Cancer Research Trust (BCRT). Last year's tees were a bit overrated, and most of these aren't really my style, but it's for a good cause. Here are a few...<br /><br /><p align="center"><img height="265" src="http://www.glassons.co.nz/product_images/front/E/ECDC01DDDBF5A430F3FC6E5DFF2E293B.jpg" width="250" /><img src="http://www.glassons.co.nz/product_images/front/3/3FE49DE06485C12A68F4A9D23DFAC851.jpg" width="250" /></p><p align="left">On the left is the design by Kate Sylvester and the one on the right is by Trelise Cooper</p><p align="center"><img src="http://www.glassons.co.nz/product_images/front/7/7FF18509A3EE79B512466184408A7695.jpg" width="250" /><img src="http://www.glassons.co.nz/product_images/front/D/D32A8A5C51601BA664D2064155BFB61F.jpg" width="250" /></p><p align="left">The price tag on this top on the left is a far cry from the rest of Karen Walker's range! (Yup! This top is by her!) and the one on the right is by Ruby.</p><p align="center"><img src="http://www.glassons.co.nz/product_images/front/8/890C861DEA735D74D89B1C3632365AFC.jpg" /></p><p align="left">My personal fave! The top is by Cybele and I am seriously considering buying this (as if I need <em>another</em> top).</p><p align="center"><em>It's for a good cause</em></p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-10774695588417407942007-02-04T10:08:00.000+13:002007-02-04T10:15:29.671+13:00Rockin' RalphExcuse the title, I have no creative energy today... Anyway, I've returned from my holiday and it's now back to blogging. I was browsing Sephora and I saw that the new Ralph Lauren fragrance had been released - "Ralph Rocks" (the sequel to Ralph, Ralph Cool and Ralph Hot). I wonder what name he will come up with next...<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://a1377.g.akamai.net/7/1377/8278/20061204190040/www.sephora.com/assets/dyn/product/P172210/P172210_hero.jpg" /></p><p align="left">According to Sephora, Ralph Rocks hass fruity and floral notes "soothed with warm amber, coconut milk and sexy woods". They know how to make it sound appealing, I mean, how on earth are woods sexy? I have to try this perfume out (I hardly ever buy them) but like everything else it will probably only come out here in a couple of months time. Oh well.</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-35926152814252060032007-01-20T15:49:00.000+13:002007-01-21T00:49:19.178+13:00These are a few of my favourite things...If you read my blog religiously you will know that I live in New Zealand (in the southern hemisphere) which means that it's summer - although the weather today hasn't been very good... Anyways, there are only 17 days of summer holiday (vacation) left and for the next 12 days I will be away from the blog, so I will leave you a plus-sized post with some of my favourite things.<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.mycatwalk.com.au/pages/Resources/kw12dc.jpeg" /> <img src="http://images.eluxury.com/assets_server/product/11277400/p11277400_ph_hero.jpg" /></div><div align="left">The Karen Walker hoodie on the left is one of the things I bought this morning while shopping. The only thing I love more than shopping is shopping when there are massive sales on(did I mention that I saw a pair of Stuart Weitzman heels marked down to $150 from $650? Oh if only I could walk in 5" stilettos...) This hoodie was on sale for $171.50 (NZ dollars) down from $245! You can buy this at <a href="http://www.mycatwalk.com">My Catwalk</a>, however it is slightly more expensive there. I also heart the Louis Vuitton S/S 07 collection, aren't these barrettes cute? I also liked the LV earrings except they came in a set of three different ones (I'm not too sure about mismatching earrings, but could this be a trend?). You can find these at <a href="http://www.eluxury.com">eLuxury</a>.</div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><img src="http://images.saksfifthavenue.com/images/products/04/409/6298/0440962987979/0440962987979_275x275.jpg" /> <img src="http://images.saksfifthavenue.com/images/products/04/166/6713/0416667132808/0416667132808_275x275.jpg" /></div><div align="left">I just learnt a new word - 'Jute'. I used to refer to it as the rope-y strawy thing wrapped around the heels of some shoes, but now I know the real name for it. Right now, jute-wrapped wedge heels are in every shoe shop in Auckland and they're probably going to be pretty big for the northen hemisphere spring too. I know I'm contradicting myself by putting <em>monogrammed</em> shoes here but these Gucci wedges are so stunning, you hardly even notice the ugly double G logo. You can find these at <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com">Saks</a>. In my humble opinion, the Prada spring handbag collection is pretty <em>blah,</em> but this bag is so... I can't even find words to describe it. Why am I so captivated by it? Is it the quirkiness, the patterns or the bright orange leather? It's just so very lively and exciting. This bag is also at <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com">Saks</a>.</div><div align="center"><img height="281" src="http://www.mary-kateandashleystyle.com/images/Havaianas%20Brazil%20flip%20flop.jpg" width="330" /><img src="http://images.eluxury.com/assets_server/product/11279107/p11279107_ph_hero.jpg" /></div><div align="left">Today while I was shopping, I tried on every pair of flat, open shoes in every store in Newmarket (Auckland's #1 shopping destination) but they all felt really weird. So instead of spending $100 on a pair of ones I'd wear once get blisters and then put away in my wardrobe, I bought another pair of Havaianas for $30 (NZ dollars that is..) These are the only rubber flip-flops (jandals/thongs/slip-slops/sandals/whatever you call them) that I have ever worn that actually don't rub. I also have a pair in pink, but these black ones are far more practical. On the right is the "Miss Marc" canvas tote. Marc has hit the nail right on the head again! I especially love the zip pocket at the front (it's where her lips are). </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Now lets just hope the weather improves...</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-6188140652380649422007-01-20T11:15:00.000+13:002007-01-20T11:43:29.493+13:00Gucci Oh GucciRandom fact of the day: The founder of Gucci was called Guccio Gucci. I've never really understood what attracts people to monogrammed bags in ugly colours, the one thing I do understand, however, is that the same people that tote Gucci monogram bags are often seen with Louis Vuitton ones as well. Maybe this is why the Gucci design team decided to make their spring handbag collection so similar to the Louis Vuitton Miroir line. Maybe they're hoping that a certain socialite will be seen carrying Gucci bags on Australian beaches...<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://images.saksfifthavenue.com/images/products/04/421/6941/0442169414517/0442169414517_275x275.jpg" /> <img src="http://i3.tinypic.com/2rh0jz6.jpg" /></div><div align="left">On the left is the Gucci bag and on the right is the Louis Vuitton bag (modelled by Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian). </div><div align="left"> </div><div align="center">Oh and did I mention that Paris' bikini is rumoured to be a fake? </div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-54028148787645015832007-01-18T12:48:00.000+13:002007-01-20T11:52:09.212+13:00We're Breaking Free!High School Musical was a hit when it came out and for a while before it was released onto NZ tv screens, I wondered what I was missing out on. However when I actually saw the movie, I wondered what was so great about it. Some people were so obsessed! Now they're doing a sequel and as always, second anythings (books, movies...) are always worse than the first. The crazy people over at Shop Intuition are even selling a High School Musical bag, with Zac Efron's face on it...<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://images.shopintuition.com/products/15226.l.jpg" /></p><p align="center">It's selling for $27 but even if it was on sale for 50cents I wouldn't buy it!</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-79102315530671855512007-01-16T14:53:00.000+13:002007-01-17T17:43:23.087+13:00Golden Globes 2007A night full of clapping, acceptance speeches and stylish dresses - what's not to love about the Globes? Right now I'm being a true female and multitasking by watching the show live, typing this post and searching for red carpet pics from <a href="http://www.eonline.com">E! Online</a> - <em>so </em>not as easy as it sounds! <em>My</em> favourite three looks are:<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://i10.tinypic.com/2d9snep.jpg" /> <img src="http://i1.tinypic.com/2remjpx.jpg" /></p><strong>3. Cameron Diaz</strong> - I almost thought she was Nicole Richie for a split second, the once bubbly blonde has joined the masses of a-listers to go brunette.<br /><strong>2. Sienna Miller</strong> - There's just something about this dress and the way in which Sienna wears it. Very glamorous!<br /><br /><strong>And my favourite look of the Golden Globes 07 is:</strong><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://i18.tinypic.com/34hdij9.jpg" /></div><div align="left"><strong>Emily Blunt</strong> - This Devil Wears Prada actress looks amazing in this dress. She can expect lots of great things in her future.</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-87440627518558156902007-01-16T09:35:00.000+13:002007-01-16T10:00:04.373+13:00Genie in a Bottle<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsmxLHbTyv-UuJoie_5nWJTi7ljeOh2hqoUO2rDLIovgbGuOJX-rxoPn2agwfS57HX9zDPZsmCSGOHqUCMOZyBg0OliEb_JN2uyrdxEmbSwe_pDWa41OmkzhWZa68jEE8nEJUjommu4PFf/s1600-h/b17846324.bmp"></a>Or rather fragrance in a bottle. Christina Aguilera is going to be releasing a signature scent later this year, unlike other celebrities including Ashanti, Sarah Jessica Parker, Beyonce and of course, Britney Spears. I wonder if this perfume will be elegant like the new Christina or "Dirrty" like Xtina, either way we still have to wait for autumn (fall) before we see any signs of it... When Gwen Stefani's L.A.M.B fragrance is released (also autumn this year), it will be very interesting to see which platinum-blonde-red-lipped star's perfume will be more popular.<br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://www.christinazone.com/pictures/albums/wpw-20061206/normal_backtobasicstourfrankfurt16.jpg" /> <img src="http://us.ent3.yimg.com/movies.yahoo.com/images/hv/photo/tv_pix/grammys/grammy_award_arrivals_2005_photos/gwen_stefani/grammy05g.jpg" /></p><p align="center">Who's who?</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-78731037948557369672007-01-14T15:44:00.000+13:002007-01-16T10:16:25.480+13:00Things I "Dig"Having discovered my new favourite online shop, I thought that I just <em>had</em> to show you some of the best pieces. The shop is called <a href="http://www.fashiondig.com">FashionDig</a> and it is full of vintage clothes - including lots of designers (some of which are Haute! For example, I found a gorgeous pair of Gucci ankle boots for $100). There are interesting (and amusing) things to be found here, such as these....<br /><br /><img height="289" src="http://www.fashiondig.com/shop/resize_detail.asp?path=D:\inetpub\websites\fashiondig.com\html\InventoryImage\item17394.jpg&width=180" width="180" /><img style="WIDTH: 246px; HEIGHT: 196px" height="210" src="http://www.fashiondig.com/InventoryImage/item16779.jpg" width="250" /><img style="WIDTH: 246px; HEIGHT: 197px" height="197" src="http://www.fashiondig.com/InventoryImage/item16777.jpg" width="250" /><br /><br /><div align="center"><em><span style="font-size:85%;">Left to right: "Stripes rule the dress" $28, "Martini Sunglasses" $120, "U.S. Flag Sunglasses" $99</span> </em></div><div align="center"><em></em></div><div align="center">Sorry about the bad quality pics!</div><div align="center"><em></em></div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-49335876523615268472007-01-13T14:32:00.000+13:002007-01-20T11:51:36.806+13:00Lindsay for Miu MiuI confess that I never associated Miu Miu with Prada until about a year ago when I finally found out that Miu Miu was a diffusion line. Since then, my opinion of the brand has never been the same. Instead of being a brand with adorable dresses and tacky-cute shoes, it is often seen as Prada's younger sister. The brand is entering it's 15th year and it seems that Miuccia Prada is trying to shed their old image by raising the prices of their garments and recruiting Lindsay Lohan to be the face of their S/S 07 campaign shot by Mert&Marcus. At first I didn't think that Lindsay's image would suit Miu Miu, but then again, maybe they were trying to reach out to a new type of customer - the pre-teens and teens, although being a teenager myself I don't find the so-called "Teen Queen's" style remarkable and she definitely isn't classy enough for the high fashion brand. She's just another celebrity turned into a pin thin, leatherfaced Rachel Zoe lookalike. Jessica Simpson was originally in line for the campaign but was replaced by 'LiLo' because of the fact that Mert&Marcus don't get along with Jessica.<br /><br />However, when I first saw the campaign I thought someone had confused the threads on <a href="http://www.thefashionspot.com">The Fashion Spot</a> but no, it is Lindsay. There were a lot of naysayers before it was released but I think that it has changed a lot of people's minds about her. The only thing that I dislike about this campaign is that she is so obviously photoshopped. It really doesn't look like her.<br /><br />Are you ready to see the ads?<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img height="322" src="http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/9136/miumiuue0.jpg" width="500" /></p><p align="center"><img src="http://img47.imageshack.us/img47/796/miumiueditedjj4.jpg" /> </p><p align="center"><img src="http://i12.tinypic.com/2rc7i9h.jpg" /> </p><p align="center">What do you think of these?</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-45642553535401052512007-01-12T16:59:00.000+13:002007-01-12T17:14:00.897+13:00The Metropolitan Museum of WHAT?I'll bet you associate The Met with art - paintings, prints, sculptures. I'll also bet that you didn't know that the world famous museum sold gorgeous accessories! I remember when our class visited the Auckland City Art Gallery to study pop art, we visited the gift shop and they had this yummy smelling lipgloss in pop art inspired tins... If only I had a spare $5 on me that day! You can find all my favourite picks from The Met at the online store <a href="http://www.metmuseum.com">here</a>.<br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.metmuseum.org/store/images/Z.ac.O2118.L.jpg" /><img src="http://www.metmuseum.org/store/images/Z.jw.I6953.R.jpg" /></div><div align="left">Put on your dancin' shoes and get ready to be singin' (and dancing) in the rain with this adorable umbrella. If you ask me, this $25 find looks more MJ (Marc Jacobs that is!) than Met.The elegant pin on the left can be worn at formal occasions, or dressed down with a pair of jeans and a jacket. It's so Tiffany! It costs $100. </div><div align="center"><img src="http://www.metmuseum.org/store/images/Z.jw.N1615.R%281%29.jpg" /> <img style="WIDTH: 288px; HEIGHT: 438px" height="441" src="http://www.metmuseum.org/store/images/Z.ac.3075.3076.3074.L.jpg" width="288" /></div><div align="left">I heart that watch! It's so different to the mass of pink Guess watches that I see at school everyday. This watch is cheaper than them too - only $60. Carry all your books in one of these interesting totes - which only cost $24.95!</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="center">See! Museums aren't all that boring after all...</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-37021254370342517252007-01-11T14:49:00.000+13:002007-01-11T15:01:25.815+13:00Need sunglasses?No, this isn't a post about sunglassess - but you might need them to protect your eyes. The title is the name of the shade by OPI which is rumored to be the next Chanel Black Satin. It's part of the new collection ("OPI Brights") with the most amazing fresh, lively colours for spring. 'Need sunglasses?' is a yellow nail polish btw. Orange is set to be the second biggest shade and all the other bright colours (including greens with yellow tones) are also going to be appearing on every manicured nail in the magazines that you read.<br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://www.opidiva.com/images/NLB46_opi_nail_polish.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.opidiva.com/images/NLB41_opi_nail_polish.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.opidiva.com/images/NLB25_opi_nail_polish.jpg" /><img src="http://www.opidiva.com/images/NLB36_opi_nail_polish.jpg" /> </p><p align="left"><em>Shade names from left to right: Need sunglasses?, Totally tangerine, Azure for sure, That's berry darling</em></p><p align="center">My verdict? Go for it! These shades will sell out faster than you can say 'OPI'. </p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-5928769037104553022007-01-11T14:05:00.000+13:002007-01-11T14:19:58.771+13:00Juicy BallerinaI can actually imagine that printed on the front of a Juicy Couture tee, especially after I saw these ballet flats from their new S/S07 shoe collection.<br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://images.eluxury.com/assets_server/product/11269195/p11269195_ph_hero.jpg" /> <img src="http://i13.tinypic.com/2cwpgrb.jpg" /></p><p align="left">The bag comes with the pair free - or rather the pair comes with the bag. Whilst the shoes are absolutely gorgeous, the bag somehow upstages them. I feel that the 'Juicy Couture' scribbled all over the shoes detracts from their beauty. They cost $150 from <a href="http://www.eluxury.com"><span style="color:#ff0000;">eLuxury</span></a>, but the gold ones have sold out *sob*.</p><p align="center">Juicy ballet class anyone?</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-77768139768792957922007-01-09T15:43:00.000+13:002007-01-11T15:02:10.675+13:00Model NamesI'm sure many of you are just as guilty as I am of model name mis-pronunciation, but how was I supposed to know that Werbowy is pronounced Ver-bow-vy or that Tiiu is Tee-you? Well, heres a list of how to say some model's names... (the words in uppercase are the syllables you put the emphasis on)<br /><div><div><div><p align="center"><strong></strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijHwf2InRqhwFFXnyTY2HwqQwwKMnnhW8HqiihaTf7t75Fi2XRFzJpXhwONl0pBV27IHyFKsAZw6JmH9_qDRBGhYsOLbuJDn6eELcLNeOy9QAeca8Q3OlowxX1-rTAL4WyA-EEhW0RgYNp/s1600-h/02.jpg"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5017858021266587666" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijHwf2InRqhwFFXnyTY2HwqQwwKMnnhW8HqiihaTf7t75Fi2XRFzJpXhwONl0pBV27IHyFKsAZw6JmH9_qDRBGhYsOLbuJDn6eELcLNeOy9QAeca8Q3OlowxX1-rTAL4WyA-EEhW0RgYNp/s200/02.jpg" border="0" /></strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtExCuQohgVQK2AfJ1dhVZATBZU78Atvqut9qcldBJ4M7yk_RHkNSnAeMu4Sjg9vWIfAbxY9_JqbbWuzYR3WYMXr65KxTjBaZ_0eR_WbBaoZ5AAVtsfDcmI9rZxFQPcduqKZkd78mnSE4w/s1600-h/Gemma-Ward-11.jpg"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5017857754978615298" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtExCuQohgVQK2AfJ1dhVZATBZU78Atvqut9qcldBJ4M7yk_RHkNSnAeMu4Sjg9vWIfAbxY9_JqbbWuzYR3WYMXr65KxTjBaZ_0eR_WbBaoZ5AAVtsfDcmI9rZxFQPcduqKZkd78mnSE4w/s200/Gemma-Ward-11.jpg" border="0" /></strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6Ym0umdJ9M7dwKDJjbKxZH-2zggFaO_-QLLPuLRt5U8FLWNpP6HoxoICG_d1w3t3Wtl1jVi4T64BwomZHnxbyg4Nz7TF8zZez1qnNdncHIeEOoJiMY3DV3U4SoAtUbPBO8t8C2PfaHsE/s1600-h/4-26-2006%20-%20Victoria%20Secret%20-%20what%20is%20sexy%20-%203.jpg"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5017858347684102178" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6Ym0umdJ9M7dwKDJjbKxZH-2zggFaO_-QLLPuLRt5U8FLWNpP6HoxoICG_d1w3t3Wtl1jVi4T64BwomZHnxbyg4Nz7TF8zZez1qnNdncHIeEOoJiMY3DV3U4SoAtUbPBO8t8C2PfaHsE/s200/4-26-2006%2520-%2520Victoria%2520Secret%2520-%2520what%2520is%2520sexy%2520-%25203.jpg" border="0" /></strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAKYlrPPIbxeub4bRHOo9qzVzPtaAU6a3JUYU0vej-qJJOBRNFLrqQmDPb4Xw17CV71DWMDdiQMQrvfjbNGkp2-3ezGrPcDTNYCw9FOiWA4J_28sQhI7N2CR4kMviu0aupTBtmheZUz8bv/s1600-h/68.jpg"><strong><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5017858918914752562" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAKYlrPPIbxeub4bRHOo9qzVzPtaAU6a3JUYU0vej-qJJOBRNFLrqQmDPb4Xw17CV71DWMDdiQMQrvfjbNGkp2-3ezGrPcDTNYCw9FOiWA4J_28sQhI7N2CR4kMviu0aupTBtmheZUz8bv/s200/68.jpg" border="0" /></strong></a><strong><br /></strong><em><span style="font-size:85%;">Left to right: Cintia Dicker, Gemma Ward, Adriana Lima, Miranda Kerr (click on pics to enlarge)</span></em></p><div><strong>Gemma Ward</strong> - Very easy to say! JEM-mah WAR-d<br /><strong>Daria Werbowy </strong>- DAR-ee-yah Ver-BOW-vy<br /><strong>Iekeliene Stange </strong>- Ee-kel-EEN-ah Stange<br /><strong>Anja Rubik </strong>- AN-ya ROO-bik<br /><strong>Tiiu Kuik </strong>- TEE-you KU-ik (if you say it fast, it sounds like quick)<br /><strong>Natalia Vodianova </strong>- Na-TAH-lee-ah Vod-ee-ah-NO-va<br /></div><div>Let me know if you have any more and I'll add them to the list! Oh and <em>please</em> correct me if I am wrong... </div></div></div></div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-64670104936330556242007-01-09T09:30:00.000+13:002007-01-09T09:38:28.644+13:00Recycled ChicI found a site with eco friendly bags today! And they're actually cute, especially this one made out of recycled candy wrappers. They come in anything from newspaper, to barcodes to Luna bar wrappers. They even recycle movie posters (<a href="http://www.styledash.com/2007/01/08/movie-billboards-make-a-fashion-statement/">click here</a> see the post from StyleDash about them). The one I posted below is my absolute favourite from the confetti collection, extremely sweet (no pun intended), functional, unique and eco friendly. A lot more than I can say for certain designer bags... And the price? $148 (but it's on sale for $128 right now) from <a href="http://www.ecoist.com">Ecoist</a>.<br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.ecoist.com/pc/catalog/MT%20(1)_md.jpg" /> </div><div align="center">Did I mention it was made out of recycled candy wrappers?</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-78397157016904363712007-01-08T19:01:00.000+13:002007-01-08T19:01:16.503+13:00I Heart YouI know Valentines is a long way off but it's never too early to show some love. If you have been to Fred Flare's website recently you will have noticed that they have a whole new category for Valentines Day. Whether you buy these cute gifts for yourself or just to hint to your other half is up to you. Here are some adorable V'day picks:<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><img src="http://www.fredflare.com/image.php?type=T&productid=1751&sz=&path=products_hover" /> <img src="http://store.dooney.com/OA_HTML/zoomcc_dnb/dbmedia/MAR_l.jpg" /> </div><div align="left">On the left is possibly one of the most expensive items at<a href="http://www.fredflare.com"> Fred Flare</a>. Weighing in at $100, it contrasts against all the cheap plastic jewelry. I just adore this necklace! Tinkerbell <em>and</em> Swarovski all in the same piece... wow! On the right are the <a href="http://www.dooneyandbourke.com">Dooney and Bourke</a> rainboots which are interesting- hey, you gotta stay cute even when its raining! This particular "cuteness" comes at a price of $95.</div><div align="center"><img src="http://g-images.amazon.com/images/G/01/Shopbop/media/images/products/marcj/marcj1110014774/marcj1110014774_201x396.jpg" /><img src="http://slimages.macys.com/is/image/MCY/products/8/optimized/115528_fpx.tif?bgc=255,255,255&amp;wid=273&qlt=90,0&layer=comp&op_sharpen=0&resMode=bicub&op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&fmt=jpeg" /> </div><div align="left">Oh how I adore the Marc by Marc Jacobs heart print jumper from <a href="http://www.shopbop.com">Shop Bop</a>... Me thinks it would go nicely with the rainboots, but maybe thats just me being a bit nutty. And the gorgeous locket from <a href="http://www.macys.com">Macys</a> is one of my definite favourites!! Too cute - even if it does cost $60!</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-43850147167243215662007-01-07T16:28:00.000+13:002007-01-07T18:03:28.985+13:00Crocodile DundeeEverywhere I go I either a) I see someone wearing Crocs b) come across a store selling Crocs or c) go onto a website where everyone is talking about Crocs. The other day, my father announced that he was thinking about buying a pair because "they would be good for sailing". Puh-lease, get some <em>real</em> deck shoes Dad. I don't understand why everyone is <em>still</em> so smitten with Crocs - are they like those dogs with the squashed faces, so ugly that they're cute. Or am I missing out on something, are these really comfort over style? Y'know, I think it's just an epidemic. But I wish it would die out already, these things have been around for ages now!<br /><br />In case you didn't know what the original crocs look like, here is a pic of them:<br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.jellyegg.com/gallery/products/cayman/side_330_237.jpg" /> </div><div align="left">And the other stuff...<br /><br /><br /></div><p align="center"><img src="http://images.bloomingdales.com/is/image/BLM/products/6/optimized/52586_fpx.tif?wid=213&qlt=90,0&layer=comp&op_sharpen=0&resMode=bilin&op_usm=0.7,1.0,0.5,0&fmt=jpeg" /><img src="http://www.spreadshirt.com/users/170000/169062/products/169062_1841008_1_huge.jpg" /></p><p align="left">Oh, but alas! Crocs are trying to target a new market, <em>fashionistas. </em>I will admit that these are a vast improvement from the others, but it still doesn't mean I'd be seen dead in them. And as for the Beach Crocs, is not having sand stuck between your toes worth tossing those glam wedges for? I absolutely adore the t-shirt on the right, it's from <a href="http://www.ihatecrocs.com">IHateCrocs.com</a> and sums up how I feel about them. Oh and btw, the shoes are made out of recycled six pack holders! </p><p align="center"><img src="http://i.shoebuy.com/pi/crocs/crocs180363_99417_lg.jpg" /> </p><p align="left">Lookie! Mickey Mouse shaped holes... These are the Disney Crocs for kids on the left. Might I just add another thing that really annoys me - people wearing socks (yes, SOCKS) with their Crocs.<br /><br />The next thing you know, theres a designer doing a collaboration. I'll bet that that's going to happen! Sigh...</p>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-56465444565362920642007-01-06T22:42:00.000+13:002007-01-07T08:49:01.519+13:00Faux FashionOnce upon a time, there was a little girl who wore a red coat and longed for a Fendi Spy bag to match. This little girl was unable to afford the Fendi Spy bag and there were no local markets for her to go to buy a knockoff...<br />That's how it used to be, before the introduction of online stores dedicated to selling fakes! Some people love being able to buy the latest designer gear at a lower price, even if the products aren't real. On the street, it is near impossible to tell the difference between a real Lacoste polo and a low-cost one. On closer inspection, the stitching is never the same quality and there is less attention to detail - here are some tips on keeping away from faux items (especially useful when buying off eBay):<br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.purseblog.com/images/balenciaga_city_motorcycle_bag_verde_green.jpg" /><img style="WIDTH: 347px; HEIGHT: 379px" height="383" src="http://www.fabfauxfashion.com/i/balenciaga/BalPurpleMedMotorcycleAngelaGotay.jpg" width="365" /></div><div align="center"><em><strong>Left: </strong>real<strong> -- Right:</strong>fake</em><br /><strong>Tip #1: </strong>Often faux bags will be shapeless, whether it be caused by the use of inferior material or simply by lack of attention to detail, it always pays to compare your product side-by-side to a photo one from a trusted retailer (try <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com">Neiman Marcus</a>, <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com">Saks </a>and other department stores)<br /><br /></div><div align="left"><strong>These bags: </strong>The real Balenciaga should cost upwards of $1000. This particular fake costs $49.99 and apart from a few similar features, the bags are like chalk and cheese. </div><div align="left"></div><div align="center"><img height="281" src="http://www.ezhandbags.com/products/830-1.jpg" width="270" /><img src="http://images.eluxury.com/assets_server/product/10470364/p10470364_ph_althero_White.jpg" /><br /><em><strong>Left: </strong>fake <strong>-- Right: </strong>real</em></div><div align="left"><strong>Tip #2: </strong>The colours will almost <em>never </em>be the same. In the fake bag, the colours are faded compared to the real bag on the right and the fake leather is often a different shade.</div><div align="left"><strong>Tip #3: </strong>Never be fooled into thinking a bag is real just because it is expensive. This particular fake costs $85 but there are ones that can cost hundreds of dollars and therefore people think they are real. Never trust people who claim that their bags are cheap because they are "wholesale" or imperfect stock. Many designers don't sell anything that isn't 100% perfect.</div><div align="left"><strong>These bags: </strong>The real monogram Speedy 30 costs around $1910 and this fake is $85 but it is not uncommon to find some knockoffs retailing for $500.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><img src="http://i11.tinypic.com/2aglxrk.jpg" /> <img height="297" src="http://www2.shopsmartbargains.com/images/product/111833/1118336304_LG.jpg" width="300" /></div><div align="center"><em><strong>Left: </strong>fake <strong>-- Right:</strong>real</em></div><div align="left"><strong>Tip #4:<em> </em></strong>Fakes hardly ever have logos because of copyright laws and if they do, the logo is never exactly the same. On the inside of real sunglasses there should be a copyright logo (you know the one - the 'c' in a circle) and some sort of indication as to who the designer is and where they were made.</div><div align="left"><strong>These sunglasses: </strong>The real Dior Cannage sunglasses come in a lot of colours (these red ones were the only decent quality photos I could find - funny isn't it? I can find good photos of fakes but have to look for hours to find real ones). Dior actually makes Cannage sunglasses in the white and pink colour. There is a difference in lens colour too. I was shocked to see how similar these are, especially as I just got a pair of the real ones! The real ones will cost over $150 and these fakes are around $30.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><strong>One last word before I go...</strong></div><div align="left">Think before you buy, is this item too good to be true? Use your common sense!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="center">Remember - the only time when fake is good is when its faux fur!</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-62001821575206241102007-01-06T22:32:00.000+13:002007-01-06T22:39:32.606+13:00Coco Is Dead!I'll bet you didn't know that Coco Chanel's real first name was Gabrielle. I'll bet that you also didn't know about the jewelry line 'Coco is Dead'. Basically each piece has the double C Chanel logo and has blood or some other thing related to death. Cute in a grungy way. You can find them at <a href="http://www.alexandchloe.com">Alex & Chloe's </a>online store<br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.alexandchloe.com/samples/ac_cocoknifeblack.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.alexandchloe.com/samples/ac_cocoburiedblack.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.alexandchloe.com/samples/ac_cocolovebullets.jpg" /></div><div align="center">An interesting tribute to Gabrielle, really.</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-52032066308315042802007-01-05T17:37:00.000+13:002007-01-05T17:37:43.380+13:00Girl's Best FriendI'm sure most of us mere mortals cannot afford to have custom made Zac Posen dog carriers with four figure price tags like Paris Hilton and 'Tinkerbell'. But our dogs can also be treated to luxury things occasionally, without breaking the budget. I did a bit of searching for some cute pet items in my favourite online shops, and here is what I found:<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMD4843_mn.jpg" /><img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000FJRLPS.16._SCLZZZZZZZ_SS260_V36975379_.jpg" /><br /></p><br />Every dog needs a tag, so Juicy Couture has created these extremely cute dog tags that cost $35 each from <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com">Neiman Marcus</a>. On the right there is the Isaac Mizrahi for Target satin dog dress. I'm not exactly sure if I like it though. On the positive side, it only costs $14.99 from <a href="http://www.target.com">Target</a>.<br /><div align="center"><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/5/_5293565.jpg" /><img src="http://a1377.g.akamai.net/7/1377/8278/20061219010115/www.sephora.com/assets/dyn/product/P173525/P173525_hero.jpg" /> </div><div align="left">On the left is the Roxy 'Lady Sauras' dog carrier which I think is absolutely adorable. It costs $58 from <a href="http://www.nordstrom.com">Nordstrom</a> and that makes it a lot cheaper than all of the Juicy Couture pet carriers. And last, but not least, something for the owner. A dog-tag style necklace with lipgloss in it! $26 from <a href="http://www.sephora.com">Sephora</a> - it definitely gets my bark of approval!</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-29228942219578048552007-01-04T09:20:00.000+13:002007-01-04T10:03:02.563+13:00The Best Beauty SplurgesOne of my New Year's resolutions is to pamper myself more often so I did a bit of looking around and I found some really cool beauty products from stores like Sephora. A lot of these products are limited editions, so get in fast! Here are my top 2007 beauty splurges:<br /><br /><p align="center"><img src="http://i14.tinypic.com/4bqujk1.jpg" /> </p><p align="left"></p>Yum! The new Philosophy fruit stand collection is just that. These wonderful shower gels, shampoos and even coconut body milk are just the right way to start your day. Why do you need them? Because <em>everyone</em> wants apple scented hair! You can buy them at <a href="http://www.sephora.com/">Sephora</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://i11.tinypic.com/42s5yzd.jpg" /></div><div align="left">The new Tokidoki for Smashbox collection looks very promising! If their LeSportsac bags were anything to go by, these products will be a hit! They aren't cheap, but are a perfect beauty splurge. You can find them at <a href="http://www.sephora.com/">Sephora</a> as well.</div><div align="center"><img src="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMC07NV_mn.jpg" /><img src="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMC07P0_mn.jpg" /><img src="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/products/mn/NMC07NY_mn.jpg" /></div><div align="left">The Juicy Couture beauty collection started out with the perfume and has expanded to a whole lot of different products including a caviar bath soak (on the right). All the items come in beautiful packaging fit for a princess! You can find these at <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com">Neiman Marcus</a>.</div><div align="center"><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/19/_5232779.jpg" /><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/13/_5232853.jpg" /><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/9/_5232889.jpg" /></div><div align="left">Perfume bottles or works of art - you decide. The KenzoAmour EDT comes in three sizes and would look perfect next to all your other beauty products and perfumes. They are exclusive to <a href="http://www.nordstrom.com">Nordstrom</a> and will leave you smelling gorgeous!</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8973016225418611016.post-41260070823539644432007-01-03T18:28:00.000+13:002007-01-03T19:00:02.070+13:00Bubble, Bubble, Toil and TroubleBubble skirts and dresses have been 'in' for quite a while now but bubble tops are only just being recognised. They are cute and can be worn with a lot of things (including jeans). A great idea would be pairing is with a knee length pencil skirt. Considering that this trend is going to be quite big, I was surprised at how few bubble tops there were around. This is what I found in my quest to find some tops that stood out:<br /><br /><div align="center"><img src="http://www.asiajam.com/catalog/images/products/5204-l.jpg" /> <img src="http://i13.tinypic.com/33vkhhy.jpg" /></div><div align="left">The pink one is from <a href="http://www.asiajam.com">Asia Jam</a> which has lovely, fun clothes. They are all quite cheap and you are unlikely to see anyone else wearing them! This particular bubble top is $22. On the right is a bubble top that I bought a couple of days ago from a popular NZ store called <a href="http://www.ricochet.co.nz">Ricochet</a> (it was a bargain - $NZ170 marked down to $69!). You won't be able to buy it overseas though... </div><p align="center"><img src="http://a1216.g.akamai.net/f/1216/955/6h/images2.nordstrom.com/ImageGallery/store/Product/MediumLarge/14/_5198914.jpg" /> <img src="http://www.revolveclothing.com/images/FRES-WS97_V1.jpg" /> </p><div id="labels-container">The bubble blouse on the left is BCBG Max Azria and is such a unique take on this trend! It is available at <a href="http://www.nordstrom.com">Nordstrom</a> for $148. If the full bubble scares you, try a less dramatic top such as this cute one by Fresh Karma at <a href="http://www.revolveclothing.com">Revolve Clothing</a>. It has been marked down from $105 to $43 -I say that's the strawberry on top of the cake.</div>Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05164783516544542721noreply@blogger.com2