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‘Tis the Season to Try Velvet

"Ephita" — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:35:27 +0000

As a little girl I never understood my grandmother’s love for anything velvet! To me velvet was something reserved for people who live in castles somewhere in a far far away Disney fantasy land. On the occasions that my mother even considered putting me in one of those mini velvet dresses in a red bordeaux color for little girls, you best believe that I sulked for the entire day, fervently wishing to be an adult, because then I will have the choice of NOT wearing velvet, ever! Come to realize it, many of my friends have some weird feelings towards velvet. It’s just one of those looks you are not so confident to try because of a possible ‘traumatic’ childhood experience you may have had with it (ie. Me), or simply not being sure how to wear it and still not look like your lovely grandmother!

Well, it looks like a recent shopping therapy may have answered this! For the first time, I looked at velvet in a new light! This time, Velvet was on heels and pumps; the type of heels that would really make you sing ’tis the season to be jolly’ once you put them on! For this reason, I advise for Velvet on shoes, for those who like me would like to have a fresh beginning with Velvet.

The picks: Ninna Ricci ($795), (Charlotte Olympia ($1,250), Stella McCartney ($745), Ruppert Sanderson ($790), Kurt Geiger ($243 or £150), Bordello ($70.45), and Asos black open toe ($62).

The extra item: Use a gold brooch like one from ASOS (now $17.24) hooked to front of a simple black velvet pump to add glitz and glamour.

and Voila!

Filed under: Global Fashion, Shoes, Shopping

A Short Trip to Topshop

"Ephita" — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:21:07 +0000

Topshop in Soho is always a top destination to find something trendy and interesting. For some reason shopping at Topshop NYC always feels a bit more special than when shopping at the Topshop London… Not sure why? But its probably because it makes me appreciate shopping in London much more. Miss it!

Here are some interesting pieces at the Soho store (plus the blue lace top first from H&M):

Filed under: Handbags, Jackets/Outerwear, Shoes, Shopping, Trousers/Pants Tagged: Fur vest, Lace tops, topshop new york, TopShop soho, Wedges heels

Favorite Piece This Week: Jersey Sleeve & Rich Cowl Blazer By WHITE Asos

"Ephita" — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:21:56 +0000

Found this blazer piece on ASOS today, fell in love with it, mostly because of the front structure of this piece. See pictures below and click here to view from www.asos.com

Added: Also Check out this leather cut up jacket. See it on www.asos.com

Filed under: Jackets/Outerwear, Shopping Tagged: asos.com, Blazers, Jersey structure blazer, WHITE at ASOS

New Item: YSL Rouge Pur Couture

"Ephita" — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:57:01 +0000

A new beauty item to try is the YSL ‘Rouge Pur Couture’. This Yves Saint Lauren item is a long wear and hydrating lipstick. Available at www.sephora.com or Sephora stores. It leaves a noticeable deep color and satin look. Great for evenings.

My Color Picks: Rouge Flamme, Le Rouge, and Noir Laque

Filed under: Beauty Stories, Global Beauty, New on the Block, Shopping Tagged: Sephora New items, YSL Rouge Pur Couture, Yves Saint Lauren Rouge Pur Couture

Styles We Are Liking Right Now

"Ephita" — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:22:06 +0000

Zara: Lady/Office Bag (Also Online)

BCBGMAXAZRIA Runway Collection: Minimalist Geometric Wrap Dress

Blanket Coat/Cape: Asos, Loro Piana, H&M

Military Outerwear: ASOS, H&M, Verda

Cropped Trousers: Zara

Wedge Boots: All At ShopBop.com

… and Voila!! Click on pictures for link + plus look out for more styles we like right now!

Filed under: Global Fashion, Handbags, Jackets/Outerwear, Shoes, Shopping, Trousers/Pants Tagged: Army Jackets, Asos Fall 2010, BCBG MaxAzria Runway Collection, Blanket Coat, Wedge booties