Well Heeled

I love the evolution of shoe design over the past decade. Designers have turned the humble shoe into an art form, daring to take it to a place that sometimes I can’t believe my eyes. Over the years I’ve blogged about the amazing designs seen on the street through the lens of the street photographers in the cities of Paris and Milan. The designs are something out of this world, almost architectural and the skill involved in making these shoes are unbelievable. Designers like Manolo Blahnik paved the way for the wearable art of innovative designs of Nicholas Kirkwood, Giuseppe Zanotti, Balenciaga, Prada, Chanel and of course, Monsieur Christian Louboutin.

Vogue UK’s February 2013 issue features some incredible examples of what I’m talking about.
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I love this type of editorial, they get me excited about what’s happening in the world of fashion, it transports me from the everyday – don’t you think?

Love & light xx

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Sunglasses: How do I look?

Sunglasses, shades or as we call them down here, sunnies, are probably the most essential accessory in a person’s wardrobe. When leaving the house, I grab my purse, keys and sunnies.  Without them life is viewed through squinted eyes and frankly it’s just a pain in the arse to drive here without them.  

Whether you spend $20 or $500 on yours, it’s all about how they frame your face, and I guess for some, even the look you wish to project – tough, demure, serious, intelligent, etc.  

Sunglasses have long been making their mark in the movies, some have even been lifted to iconic status based on an appearance in a movie.  

Daniel Craig as 007 in Casino Royale, 2006
Tom Cruise as Maverick in Top Gun, 1986
 Gary Oldman as Count Dracula in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, 1992
 Meg Ryan in French Kiss, 1995
 Don Draper
 Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in Breakfast At Tiffany’s, 1961
 Kelly McGillis as Charlie in Top Gun, 1986
 Michelle Pfeiffer in Scarface, 1983
 Brad Pitt as Tyler Durden in Fightclub, 1999
 Tom Cruise in Risky Business, 1983
 Debra Winger and John Malkovich in The Sheltering Sky, 1990
 Carrie-Ann Moss as Trinity in The Matrix, 1999
Cary Grant in North by Northwest, 1959

Some may own a single pair, making them work for all occasions, while others of us may have many more to choose from, deciding which frame to wear depending on outfit, mood, the season, hair colour, etc.  I have a gorgeous pair of classic Gucci’s that I can only wear when my hair is long because they just don’t suit me when my hair is short.  

I used to have the most amazing pair of black Chanel’s that I wore to death – literally, they fell apart after much too much wear.  It was a very sad day when that happened because I loved them so much, they looked fabulous!

I have been inspired by Prada’s current designs, but my biggest issue with them is that while they are in vogue now, fashion is fleeting, and so parting with the amount of money Prada requires, well…  I would rather have a pair that will stand the test of time.  Of course, if I had loads of cash to spare, I’d buy the Prada’s immediately!



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Sources: Streetfsn, Jak&Jil, People, IMDB.

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Jewellery, Baubles, Rings and things


Not long ago I received an email from Sarah at LuShae Jewelry asking me to review her website on my blog.  I hadn’t ever thought about doing that kind of thing before, and the only catch was that in return for mentioning her website, I would receive a complimentary piece of jewellery from her site (of my choice no less).


I kind of felt a bit weird about that, especially as there has been a lot of hullabaloo lately about bloggers receiving gifts from designers, etc.  But you know what?  Beauty and Fashion editors get the best perks working for magazines, so why shouldn’t bloggers? 


So here we go…


Buying jewellery online, is it safe?  Well, if you’re an online shopper, chances are you have already weighed up the pros and cons of this and it isn’t a problem for you.  But if you’re a novice, there are some helpful hints that LuShae Jewelry offer on their very comprehensive website that may offer piece of mind.  They also offer and extensive guide to jewellery which left no doubt in mind as to how valuable this information could be for an inexperienced shopper, such as buying jewellery for men, to knowing how to tell the difference between a great piece of jewellery and a poorly made piece.


LuShae Jewelry offer unique designs made from authentic sterling silver with a wide range of precious and semi precious gemstones.


After browsing the many designs, I decided on a gorgeous Topaz ring.  It wasn’t an easy decision because there are so many styles to choose from, so I suggest that you take your time, because the more you look, the more you will discover.



Sarah told me that she designs half of the pieces and that the other half is decided upon by the customers (by reviewing the popularity of pieces by how many times they are purchased and viewed online).


“I have been into fashion, design and art for as long as I can remember.” Sarah said, “I believe all artists develop their eye and inspiration by seeing diversity in art… Just like a wine taster develops their palette.”


I also asked her a few questions about her business and how she got started.


“I started because of my passion for the industry and a need to challenge myself.  I never felt my potential was being utilized…  I was always going to be my own boss eventually.  It’s so exciting and challenging for me, I couldn’t imagine living another way now.”


Sarah is committed to her business giving the whole buying experience, whether you are a  just browsing or a dedicated shopper.


“Honest reviews from prominent bloggers helps my customers feel assured they’re dealing with someone committed to their buying experience.”



Thank you Sarah for introducing me to your gorgeous jewellery line.  I love the ring I chose because not only is it very well made, but it looks exactly like it did in the pictures on the web and your customer service was very impressive.  

I am sure that I will have no trouble finding plenty more excuses to purchase more of your unique and stunning designs!


Hx

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