prada sneakers
prada sneakers
prada sneakers
prada sneakers
Manolo says, the weather it is warm, and so the Manolo he has begun to think of the beach. These whimsical and somewhat rustic sandals from the Prada, they bring the beach to your feet.
When I was a kid, Christmas was about finally getting that one toy I’ve wanted all year long. When I grew older, it was about finally getting that one big fashion item that I’ve been craving for since all season. Now that I’m a bit older and (hopefully) wiser, I’m beginning to think that maybe that perfect Christmas gift is not about getting that big ticket item, but about getting that little frivolous something that will make you smile. Because really, I’d like to be present when a big ticket item is bought for me- just in case anything goes wrong. Besides, you’d be really broke if you bought something big for everyone you loved!
When I say frivolous, I do not mean something completely useless. It has got to be something that I would actually use, that little something that I’ve been meaning/wanting to buy but have put it on the backlog because there are more practical things on my list (like toothpaste, vacuum cleaners and Tweezerman tweezers- though if all else fails, these would not be a bad idea. At least they’re useful!). Here are a few things on my backlog:
Essie nail varnish set. I am a HUGE fan of professional nail varnish (they go on SO much smoother and chips less!), Essie in particular. One can never have too much nail varnish, because they come in so many different colors and your favourite ones will start to dry out and coagulate after a while. I am especially loving this little gift set from Essie, because it encompasses all the classic colors one MUST have in their repertoire. They are also in delightfully small bottles that are actually more easy to carry and well, just the right size. I have personally never finished a bottle of nail varnish. Plus, did I mention that they are only $15 (they are usually $6-7 a bottle)!
The next thing on my list, are Shu Uemura fake lashes. Frivolous? Yes, for $20, they can only be used for one night. But fun? Definitely! I’d love to know what it feels like to have ridiculously long and perfect lashes for one night. This would also be the perfect time to give them out, because what better time is there to try fake lashes then New Years Eve? 
Speaking of New Years Eve, I have a vision. A vision of myself in a simple dress (of undecided color as of now) with a low side bun accessorized with this fabulous piece of purple feather (right). And if that plan should go awry, I can be masculine chic, in this adorable hat (left). I can even use this for Halloween next year! Spending $18 on literally a piece of feather is definitely not practical, but it will definitely draw a smile from me 
Other random cute things on my list is a munny and a lego Ipod speaker. I don’t really need ipod speakers, but I definitely wouldn’t mind one that is so small and cute! And actually, I have a Munny. But mine didn’t come out as I would like it to, so I’d love a second chance to decorate a Munny (including markers and other decorating materials would also be a nice touch).
Not exactly “little” , but I’ve always been very intrigued with lomography. I love taking pictures and I’d love to try out the different effects of lomography. The camera is not too expensive at $50 (compared to real digital cameras anyway), but if you factor in film and developing etc, it is actually a very expensive random hobby. Like those polaroids back in the days!
The purple frame (left) is not just a random piece of art. It is a mini DNA portrait! HG and I saw it on CNBC’s list of and our inner nerds are awaken. You really cannot get more personalized than a picture of your own DNA composition. And for someone to go to the effort of collecting your DNA sample and then go have it made…. that’s a LOT of effort.
Then there are classes. Cooking classes, dancing classes, it would just be FUN to take a random class with friends even though you will never be able to replicate that 5 layer chocolate cake you just made at home. My friends just did a Christmas Cupcake decorating class, and I am SO jealous, because it looked so much fun. I wish I was there! offers cooking classes for $69 and I’m sure there are lots more similar places that I don’t know of yet. Whatever you want to learn, there will be a class for it somewhere!
And last on my list is a really cute and big stuff toy. Something cute so it’ll look good on my bed and something big and cushiony so I can lean on it while I read. I know, I am a kid at heart 
8 more days til Christmas!!!
Because I view this storage FW08 Chanel on the runway, I know that I want.
They are refreshing, fun and elegant. I especially like the black lines on the back is super-thin!
Fortunately for me, this trend has finally made the road. Urban change the fate of nations has almost the same color contrast (left and that is not true what they say on the online site only. I store mine today!). They were just simple enough that you can wear with almost everything.
Urban change the destiny of the nation also offers a few variations with thick, black / gray line (right), which is still fresh and slimming.
But because this is even more striking than others, I’ll be more careful because this correspondence is the explanation. If you want something sweet, I go with these low with a seam in the back. It is almost down as usual, but with the interesting twist in the tail boom and the Slimming (a feature that is very important), what more?
I still believe that the rope was bitch, but HG revolved around me and now I am May (or May, I just want to be confused with Fishnets?). He adds the right touch of girliness fine for a unit (and very popular among the models this season).
This diamond mini-print tights (right) shows the same effects in less ceneng way. Remember not to use or print a densely populated area of (like diamonds or safety of the publisher), because they do not want to see uneccesarily feet wide.
And also, do not squat or red low as Print (above), please. They simply inept bumbling bumbling. But otherwise, a lot of fun with this trend. I know I will:)
Manolo says, the Manolo he has recommended these sneakers from the Prada sneakers on many of the occasions before. Now, they are on the sale at the deep discount at prada sneakers
Yes, they are of the last season, but they remain very attractive, especially at the price.
Another excuse to buy another dress for another occasion, when it’s not really necessary, especially now with the recession… but hey, let’s have a look anyway.
& we’re going for ideas, not prices. Moving along, my little obsession continues with all things white/ivory/beige, within that realm of things, and of course greys and blacks; I thought the following dresses were rather interesting. Something different from the usual holiday dresses you see hung on rack after rack, store after store. Let’s start off with a Missoni scarf dress.
I love the back, and especially the subtle pattern, and how the dress has been hemmed. You see a lot of scarf dresses, but this one has some character.
And then after BG’s talk of her Rebecca Taylor dress, I had to go find some more because her dress was so beautiful! Simple, but so elegant! The perfect black dress.
It’s definitely a piece you could dress up and down. Versatility is always a good thing. I can just imagine how flowing the material would look.
Above, a dress by Miu Miu. Usually I see things by Miu Miu and I get excited, then after a while I don’t really like them. However I like this one, and it kind of reminds me of an extremely toned down version of what BG and HG called the “S” dress in a previous post. I love the pleated bottom.
And then there is Chloe. How cute! I have a dress that has a veil layer on top similar to this, and I absolutely adore it. However mine is all black, so this change hue is something I’m drawn to.
And then there is Vera Wang.
Maybe a little too generic and confined? I’m not entirely sure. But beading detail is always an extravagance one can indulge in. Something more grand and sophisticated than sequins and glitter.
So maybe this year, opt for softer tones? Whatever suits your fancy, this was just one idea. There shall be more to come!
I think I need to convert to Saks girl, because they are officially my favourite department store this season. After having walked through Barneys and Bloomies (judging from the crowd, I assume Neiman Marcus to be the same), I can officially say that Saks is offering the BEST deals this sale season! Earlier this month (when I was pondering over my pink skirt), they had that weekend of extra 40% off already on sale items. While everyone else is currently doing that however, Saks has moved on to taking 50% off already on sale items, there are also a LOT more on sale items too! This sale began last week (privately) for Saks card holders and I heard the Saks New York was flooded with customers, literally fighting over each other for the latest stocks as they unpacked the boxes. This week it is open to everyone and it’s craaaazy (I believe they are having a “black week” instead of black friday, so better get there early!).
To begin with, the traffic on their website must be phenomenal, because the website is constantly down and I’m led to a “Sorry we’re experiencing technical problems” page every few clicks. And when I DO get onto the page, it appears that many sizes are already out! Luckily for me, Saks Fifth in Chicago is not exactly the busiest department store in town (this honor belongs to Nordstroms and Bloomies) and there were still some stuff left in my size (kind of) when I visted today. So I swiped this Rebecca Taylor dress for 1/3 of the price!! I believe it was 40% off and then another 50% off. I was considering it when it was at 40% off, but when I saw it was another 50% off, it was almost a no brainer. It’s not super special, but if you look at it more closely, it has mini dark purple polka dot prints on it in felt. And when you swirl, the dress swirls with you. It just feels so cute and fun! The back is also a racer back design, which I thought was very intriguing. I am super happy with this find (besides the fact that I had to get it in a 4 instead of a 2, but I figure that the dress is supposed to be a bit loose!).
What got me super psyched and smiling all the way home and then dancing around wearing them like a crazy person (in the privacy of my apartment of course) though were these Stuart Weitzman pumps (except mine are actually sling backs). I’ve been eying them for a week now, ever I caught sight of them on the sales rack. I asked HG what she thought and we agreed that they were very classic looking pumps and would be worth it (it was at 40% off back then). So today when I passed the shoe floor and saw that the racks (and the whole floor for that matter) was literally empty, I had to stop by and check out my shoes. Lo and behold, they were also another 50% off. I was SO psyched, I immediately picked them up and tried them on even though the store was closing then. Unfortunately they only had a size 5.5 left (I’m a 6). But since they’re sling backs, I didn’t think half a size mattered as I can adjust the straps. Also, I tried them on and made sure that my feet isn’t sticking out the back (a big no no). While I was waiting for the sales guy to get me the full pair, I watched women all around me in a flurry grabbing and trying on shoes, furiously sweeping up 70% off Jimmy Choo boots and Louboutins in a mad rush to buy all they can before the sales people refuse to serve us. It was quite an amazing sight. THIS was what I’d imagined black friday to be- I guess there won’t be much left now for black friday (we asked and they’re not planning to restock, they’ve been on this mode all week). It’s a good thing I got to my pumps on time!
It’s amazing what a good bargain can do for one’s constitution. As you can tell, I am still super hyped about it 
At this point, I think I’ve come to accept ANTM as part of my life. Something I just mindlessly watch when it’s on. You must admit, it’s a nice indulgence. *spoiler alert*
Now that I’ve “come around” to this way of thinking, my expectations are lower and thus I thought this season’s show was not bad! There was a bit of drama, there were pretty pictures, some cool themes (voting booths, award accidents, underwater eye level shots, hanging on hot air balloons etc), a bit of traveling (to Amsterdam)and some sweet prizes. They had fashion show opp prizes, shopping sprees and free designer clothes- it was pretty awesome! The window display challenge in the red light district of Amsterdam was refreshing. Plus they had a REALLY gorgeous Willy Wonka like pink runway in the finale. There was a mini “hill” at the beginning and the models had to run up it in their heels (otherwise they’d fall backwards), it was quite an entertaining scene! Though I thought at the beginning the whole space theme thing and turning a new leaf because it’s the 11th cycle was a bit overplayed.
And the winner of Cycle 11 of ANTM is- McKey. She does have very stunning modelesque features and towards the end, I thought her pictures were one of the strongest.
I mean, you got to admit, she has definitely improved from her first photo at the voting booth. It looked like she had no idea….
…and then bam! Here we are. I thought she had some of the most interesting and varied poses in her shoots. She always tried new things and they worked. And did I mention her amazing features? Once they got to final 2, it was obvious who the winner is. Granted she’s not who I was vouching for, I thought out of the two she deserved to win (she was a bit too tomboy for me and her walk was a bit “lurch” like as they said). By the way, I thought renaming herself McKey at the beginning was a genius move. It is SO much more interesting and memorable than Brittany.
As you may be able to tell by now, Sam wasn’t my favourite girl. Everyone else loved her though, because she had the whole sunny, free California girl next door personality. Maybe I just prefer more serious, subdue personalities. Also, she just didn’t LOOK like a model to me, because this girl absolutely cannot dress herself for her life. I still remember that horrible salmon colored v neck sweater and straight skirt she wore to panel, that even Tyra couldn’t do anything *shiver*. I also didn’t think this picture was as “all that” as all the judges thought. Though I didn’t realize that she had only just turned 18 on the show, so I guess I should cut her some slack. Making it into the top 2 is pretty good (her walk was not much better than McKey’s). 
My favourite girl was Analeigh. Maybe I just have a preference for girls with long hair? She was just so SWEET. I loved her personality. She was sweet and cute in a more subdue and quiet kind of way. She also improved dramatically. I remember how she struggled at the beginning and I totally thought she’d be sent home. Her hot air balloon picture was absolutely tragic. Her legs look cut off.
But then she survived being in the bottom two and she finally got the hang of modelling. This is my favourite picture of her. You can see the skater in her and it’s so edgy even though she looks so sweet normally. Another thing I loved about her was that she knew how to dress. She’s mastered the shift dress and I’m amazed at how versatile her peace pendant was with all her outfits! Too bad about the Cover Girl commercial. It really was quite awful, especially considering how she ROCKED the other commercial! 
A strong contestant that got weak in the end was Marjorie. I think she actually has that natural model potential that would lead her far in the real world, just not in the world of reality TV. She has that perfect awkwardness and European-ness that makes her so model- she looks modelesque just STANDING there in her windmill photo. Just don’t put her in any role where she needs to speak. Her jitters really would not work… But she DOES take some AMAZING photos. I loved this one here. It is so completely convincing! Though she was visibly weaker when she turned a “new leaf,” like she lost her natural ability to model (though at times I found her hunchback signature pose a bit too much and she really looks like the hunchback of Notre Dame!).
Another contestant of note was Elina, the control freak. She started out strong and she thought she was so good, but her pictures were getting a bit monotonous. The whole cultural difference and Europeans don’t express themselves was a bit too much. Clarke also did not see her elimination coming after she got best photo at the under water eye level shot. I liked Sheena and how she didn’t play the whole Asian card on us like Gina did. Nikeysha reminded me of Saleisha, except Saleisha is pretty IMO (they even have the same haircut and similar names!). I remember being surprised by the whole drama with Hannah even though I don’t quite remember why anymore (race?). Oh and of course there was Isis. She was strong at first! I’m very impressed with how feminine she looked given that she was a man. Her attitude was also very open, brave and admirable. Wasn’t there a really similar contestant before, who kind of looked like her too, took great pictures at first and then dwindled?
I liked how they showed little clips of what other contestants from past cycles are doing now in between too. It’s interesting to be reminded of them and see what they’re doing now. It sounds like a lot of them signed with Elite anyway, even though they didn’t win. Are Elite contracts that hard to come by then?
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Le flneur Prada
Disponible ds maintenant de quatre nouvelles variantes de couleurs de la Basse Chukka Vans. Premire place est un subtil noir / vert colorway, suivi par un noir avec gomme unique, un ternel kaki colorway et enfin une belle charbon de bois gris / bleu royal. Compos de diverses combinaisons de pouvoir raie-matriaux tels que le daim, le cuir et les semelles en caoutchouc vulcanis, celles-ci sont srs d’tre un hit avec les patineurs et les non-amateurs de patinage Vans grands.
Manolo dit, il ya quelque chose propos de cette sude flneur de la Prada que l’adore. Il est l’lgance et de simplicit, et peut-tre le sentiment que la maison, il est confortable de la chaussure qui ne sacrifie pas la style.ew magasins.
Manolo sagt, gibt es etwas zu diesem Wildleder Bummler aus der Prada, dass die verehrt. Es ist die elegante Einfachheit, und vielleicht das familire Gefhl, dass dieser es ist die komfortable Schuh, die nicht Opfer der style.ew speichert.
Manolo dice, c’ qualcosa su questo camoscio loafer da Prada che l’adora. E ‘l’elegante semplicit, e forse la sensazione familiare che questa la scarpa confortevole che non il sacrificio style.ew negozi.
Manolo siger, at der er noget om dette ruskind dagdriver fra Prada, at adores. Det er elegant enkelhed, og mske den hjemlig flelse, at dette er det komfortable sko, der ikke ofrer de style.ew butikker.
Manolo zegt, er is iets over deze sude instapper van de Prada dat de aanbid. Het is de elegante eenvoud, en misschien wel het huiselijke gevoel dat dit het is de comfortabele schoen dat niet gaan ten koste van de style.ew winkels.
Manolo sanoo, on jotakin tst mokka tyhjntoimittaja alkaen Prada, ett adores. Se on tyyliks yksinkertaisuus, ja ehkp kodikas tunne, ett tm on mukava kenk, joka ei uhrata style.ew myymliss.
Manolo diz, h qualquer coisa a este respeito vadio camura da Prada que o adora. a simplicidade elegante, e talvez o meu sentimento de que este o sapato confortvel que no sacrifica o style.ew lojas.
Manolo dice, hay algo acerca de este gamuza vago de la Prada que la adora. Es la elegante sencillez, y quizs el sentimiento hogareo que este es el zapato cmodo que no sacrificar la style.ew tiendas.