tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20461818767657171922024-02-20T21:43:36.388+04:00Style SlantI'm no fashion expert but I know what I like the minute I see it. Here I'd like to share some fab fashion finds, along with my humble opinion.Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-7414360288343632502012-04-13T04:12:00.002+04:002012-04-13T04:12:53.205+04:00H&M Conscious launched an Exclusive Glamour Collection<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">"H&M has created an exclusive collection of red-carpet looks, all made from more sustainable materials such as organic cotton and hemp as well as recycled polyester. The collection showcases the diversity of what is now possible in greener fashion, with outfits in different styles reflecting the variety of today’s red carpet fashion.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are my top two picks from this collection. I wonder whether we'll be seeing any of these here in Dubai.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Dubai is known for a number of things, but sneaker culture isn't one of them. It's not that it doesn't exist - you just have to look a little harder to find it. </span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Director: Neel Kumar</span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Production company: akela</span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Creative Director/ Executive Producer: Hussain Moloobhoy</span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Producers: Joshua Cox, Kris Balerite</span><br style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;" /><span style="color: #333333; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-align: left;">Scriptwriter: Neel Kumar</span></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-28690025385540107832012-02-27T22:34:00.002+04:002012-02-27T22:34:41.407+04:00I've got the Code!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A few weeks ago I won a gorgeous <a href="http://www.ceecode.com/" target="_blank">CeeCode</a> bag on the <a href="http://www.tinayums.com/" target="_blank">Tinayums blog</a> and to add to it I got to meet the lovely designer </span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cynthia Pennikian.</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> I’m honored to meet such a young talented designer who is so charming and friendly.</span></div>
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Here's a closer look at the <a href="http://www.ceecode.com/" target="_blank">CeeCode</a> bag I now own. If you'd like to get your own bag check out the website <a href="http://www.ceecode.com/" target="_blank">here</a> for the store locations in Dubai & Lebanon. Or check out their facebook page <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CeeCode?sk=wall" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<br />Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-46190927257356014922012-01-31T00:22:00.000+04:002012-01-31T00:22:18.720+04:00Butterflies<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/EF0NGTyOEK4" width="560"></iframe><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">Check out this gorgeous collection by Dima Ayad in the behind-the-scenes video of the making-of the Spring Summer 2012 lookbook.</span><br />
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Gorgeous green blouse from Zara, jeggings from Matalan, shoes & bag from Stradivarius.</span> </div><br /><div><span style="font-size:78%;"><em>p.s - Sorry about the picture quality.</em></span></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-82641921334042197602011-11-29T15:37:00.001+04:002011-11-29T15:39:56.363+04:00H&M Collaborates with Marni<iframe height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-97tKQFwuic" frameborder="0" width="640"></iframe>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-37811399071606527162011-11-18T23:54:00.003+04:002011-11-18T23:58:38.804+04:00A backstage pass to Alexander McQueen's Spring/Summer 2012 runway show<p class="p1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium; ">"I was thinking about a woman as an object of desire. We go to such lengths to adorn ourselves that we almost become our clothes or are taken over by them. This is a collection about excess - an exploration of ideals of beauty at their most extreme." - Sarah Burton, Creative Director of Alexander McQueen </span></p><p class="p1"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/oJehWO6SzGU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></span></p><p class="p1"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br />Alexander McQueen introduces a short backstage film, created by young filmmaker Sean Frank, featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Sarah Burton and the Alexander McQueen team preparing for the Spring/Summer 2012 runway show, which took place during Paris Fashion Week 4th October, 2011.<br /><br />View the entire Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2012 collection <a href="http://bit.ly/skRCXN">here</a>.</span></p>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-44135749766131604962011-11-18T16:41:00.005+04:002011-11-18T16:59:33.552+04:00We want Noël Caleb in Dubai<div><div><p class="p1"><span class="Apple-style-span" >Just discovered this fab designer in Singapore thanks to a new blog I started following called '<a href="http://bonjour-singapore.blogspot.com/">Bonjour Singapore</a>' and I just had to blog about it too!</span></p><p class="p3"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><a href="http://www.noelcaleb.com/">Noël Caleb</a> is the meaning of Christmas and Devotion combined. It is an independent label from Singapore that just started in February 2011.</span></p><p class="p3"><span class="Apple-style-span" >What I love about these designs is the use of playful use of color and the funky wearable styles. My favorite has to be be the Alexandrova twist draped skirt. They're available to buy online <a href="http://www.noelcaleb.com/">here</a> until one of our favorite local stores start to stock them.</span></p><p class="p3"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2IwBLEaeeP8/TsZUjZOqMQI/AAAAAAAAAGU/2fdZA3un7WA/s1600/22.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2IwBLEaeeP8/TsZUjZOqMQI/AAAAAAAAAGU/2fdZA3un7WA/s400/22.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676317347391615234" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 280px; " /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana; ">Alexandrova twist draped skirt</span></div></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LPek2258dIE/TsZV_JyDNfI/AAAAAAAAAHc/D2DjxTN3bLM/s1600/33.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LPek2258dIE/TsZV_JyDNfI/AAAAAAAAAHc/D2DjxTN3bLM/s400/33.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676318923793053170" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BiiFZtarvO8/TsZV-4m48MI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/vmdZkkrOFbc/s1600/11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BiiFZtarvO8/TsZV-4m48MI/AAAAAAAAAHQ/vmdZkkrOFbc/s400/11.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676318919182840002" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-6928068461872507482011-09-02T18:41:00.001+04:002011-09-03T00:00:11.945+04:00100 years in 100 minutes <iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="345" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/7JxfgId3XTs" width="560"></iframe>
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<br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana; line-height: 18px; font-size: medium; ">I used to shy away from colors a few years ago but now I love them - it's way more fun. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">
<br /></span></span><div><div id="comp-description" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; "><span class="Apple-style-span">This is my entry:</span></div></div></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L0SpzpQIo0s/Tffx8_3pfgI/AAAAAAAAAE0/Djc2rPwNDFI/s1600/Screen%2Bshot%2B2011-06-15%2Bat%2B3.50.51%2BAM.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 318px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L0SpzpQIo0s/Tffx8_3pfgI/AAAAAAAAAE0/Djc2rPwNDFI/s320/Screen%2Bshot%2B2011-06-15%2Bat%2B3.50.51%2BAM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618225090407267842" /></a>Those of you who know me will notice that I managed to sneak in some leopard print shoes (i have a weakness for leopard print).<div>
<br /><div>You can vote for my look or buy any of the pieces <a href="http://fashionfinder.asos.com/womens-outfits/for-flirty,-fearless-women-50492">here</a>.<div>Or make your own outfit <a href="http://fashionfinder.asos.com/competitions/colour-clash-outfit-3?a=new">here</a>.</div><div><div id="comp-description" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; "><i><span class="Apple-style-span">Items used in this look are:</span><span class="Apple-style-span"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">ASOS PETITE Exclusive Ruffle Cross Back Dress, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">Lita Shoes In Leopard/Pink, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">River Island Pink Plastic Sami Watch, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">Miso Cross Necklace, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">ASOS Pink Boyfriend Belt, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: normal; ">Yellow Gold Orbe Stud Earrings from astley clark.</span></i></div><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"></div></div></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-22336144506957910572011-04-20T03:02:00.005+04:002011-04-20T03:18:11.292+04:00A feather in one's....skirt.<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wzYArsxi9gY/Ta4UkIKLosI/AAAAAAAAAEo/pgCbacRzsZ4/s1600/PS%2BI%2BMade%2BThis%2B-%2BFeather%2BSkirt.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 286px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wzYArsxi9gY/Ta4UkIKLosI/AAAAAAAAAEo/pgCbacRzsZ4/s400/PS%2BI%2BMade%2BThis%2B-%2BFeather%2BSkirt.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597433997766140610" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" >I've always been a big fan of the website <a href="http://psimadethis.com/">P.S I Made This</a> by Erica Domesek and is a D.I.Y. & style expert who lives in NYC. </span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >Erica's creative motto is: "I see it. I like it. I make it." and what's great is most of her D.I.Y. projects are very simple to make. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >My favorite is the feather skirt on the left.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >All you have to do is get your favorite feather trim and a skirt to match. And then glue and wrap it all the way up - starting from the bottom.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >A friend of mine had a really cute dress made out of feathers and I think making one would be great fun and won't break the bank.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >Check out Erica's website - <a href="http://psimadethis.com/">P.S I made this</a> for more fun D.I.Y. ideas. </span></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-40860905046907209162011-04-05T15:29:00.006+04:002011-04-05T16:09:01.675+04:00Fashion faux paws<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N3wv82LvA4I/TZr9exExSqI/AAAAAAAAAEY/3HvzTN5Ehic/s1600/Spirit%2BHoods.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 231px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N3wv82LvA4I/TZr9exExSqI/AAAAAAAAAEY/3HvzTN5Ehic/s320/Spirit%2BHoods.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5592060592345139874" /></a><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span">I just found these fab animal inspired faux fur accessories called <a href="http://spirithoods.com/">SpiritHoods</a>. These unique handcrafted hoods are made in L.A and what’s great is that no animals were harmed – it is 100% faux fur and from what I hear it feels and looks real. These quirky hoods have been spotted on quite a few celebs like Ke<span class="apple-style-span"><span>$</span></span>ha, Katy Perry, Vanessa Hudgens, Fergi & Pink to name a few.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://spirithoods.com/">SpiritHoods</a> also believe in the conservation and protection of animals, and they’re helping out by donating a portion of their online proceeds from their ‘Product Blue’ line that help rehabilitate and protect that particular animal.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span">The Polar Bear SpiritHood is for people who tend to look out for those around them. The Caretaker. They are focused and goal driven, knowing what they need and doing whatever it takes to get it.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span">The Leopard SpiritHood is for people who are able to blend in to many different circumstances with ease. People with the Leopard spirit find comfort in many different social situations yet also appreciate being alone. Often territorial and protective the Leopard naturally commands respect, without needing to demand it.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span">It's an accessory that expresses your wild nature. I think I’m going to get myself a ‘Snow Leopard’ or ‘Black Cat’.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span"> <img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-twE1MYahmPI/TZr9yG8UoCI/AAAAAAAAAEg/7sepj5tafwI/s400/group%2B-%2Bspirithoods.jpg" /></span></p>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-78118161832423244882011-02-28T00:37:00.015+04:002011-02-28T01:47:14.273+04:00Dubai's got Sole.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4INTInURzCw/TWrFwXT2h-I/AAAAAAAAAEQ/-qIgC502Kj8/s1600/IMG_1689-2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4INTInURzCw/TWrFwXT2h-I/AAAAAAAAAEQ/-qIgC502Kj8/s400/IMG_1689-2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5578488523133454306" /></a><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><div>'Most people look at sneakers and just see a pair of shoes. But some see a statement, a stance and a declaration. Our aim is to give them a platform.' - these are the opening lines of <a href="http://www.soledxb.com/">Sole DXB</a>'s Manifesto. <a href="http://www.soledxb.com/">Sole DXB</a> is a forum created by three sneaker enthusiasts, Hussain Moloobhoy, Joshua Cox and Kris Balerite, through which sneaker buffs all over the U.A.E. can communicate, share opinions and inspirations, and set new trends for the region. </div></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; line-height: 15px;"><br /></span></span></div></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VNN6wsizfS0/TWrFBHbsK7I/AAAAAAAAAEI/Cm5A0YtHb-Q/s1600/IMG_1676-2.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 336px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VNN6wsizfS0/TWrFBHbsK7I/AAAAAAAAAEI/Cm5A0YtHb-Q/s400/IMG_1676-2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5578487711417510834" /></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"><div><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; line-height: 15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: separate; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: normal; "><div><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; " ><br /></span></div><div><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; " ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; ">I had a blast at Sole DXB's first event - which was also the first ever Sneaker Summit in Dubai. There were some great kicks from Puma, Adidas, Nike and others. </span><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; ">The event also had some great live performances by Dubai-based bands like Beat Antenna and Noush Like Sploosh, and</span><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "> also featured the Middle East’s debut screening of the documentary ‘<i>The Mystery of Flying Kick</i>s’. </span></span></div><div><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><span style="display: inline; " ><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><span style="display: inline; " ><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><span style="display: inline; " ><br />If you live in Dubai you know that events like these are slowly starting to create and cultivate the art/fashion scene, which was previously non-existent. </span></span><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" >And it's great to see so many people show up and support such events. Slowly but surely, I think Dubai is headed in the right direction. And it's events like these that help to push it there</span>.</span></div></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><br /></span></div></span> <iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwajwuHRwHEperAV2atE4YV84299y3MtpQ_dA__o58h5bI3pf1B8pXvoEZUe3UV-tJpYn7D2uvvObAnxGi_-A' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-61567044683580710312010-12-30T16:47:00.013+04:002010-12-30T17:30:20.261+04:00Origami meets fashion<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TRyJY1dFwkI/AAAAAAAAADU/DboS4xlyvKk/s1600/blog.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 67px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TRyJY1dFwkI/AAAAAAAAADU/DboS4xlyvKk/s320/blog.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556467100027306562" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TRyAXo27nXI/AAAAAAAAACk/BYTWuNH0ELY/s1600/orishiki.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 245px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TRyAXo27nXI/AAAAAAAAACk/BYTWuNH0ELY/s320/orishiki.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556457183861513586" /></a></div><div style="language:en-US;margin-top:7.2pt;margin-bottom:0pt;margin-left:.38in; text-indent:-.38in;text-align:left;direction:ltr;unicode-bidi:embed;mso-line-break-override: none;word-break:normal;punctuation-wrap:hanging"><span class="Apple-style-span"><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">I love quirky accessories, and this Orishiki bag by Japanese designer <a href="http://naokikawamoto.com/">Naoki Kawamoto</a> fits</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">the bill. “Orishiki” is a hybrid word “Ori ”, taken from Origami, Japanese paper-folding</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">art, and “Shiki ” taken from Furoshiki, Japanese traditional wrapping cloth large enough</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">to wrap and transport goods.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">This bag is great for avid travelers as it can be laid out flat taking up very little space in</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span">your suitcase. Naoki Kawamoto has also designed a similar looking suitcase.</span></p><p style="margin-top: 7.2pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 0.38in; text-indent: -0.38in; text-align: left; direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; word-break: normal; "><br /></p></span></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-35151078597659221082010-11-14T05:36:00.003+04:002010-11-14T05:49:58.649+04:00'Score 20 points for Gryffindor!'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TN89fwvYXdI/AAAAAAAAACY/FTZKZICBmtk/s1600/EW-final.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 248px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TN89fwvYXdI/AAAAAAAAACY/FTZKZICBmtk/s320/EW-final.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539213682557869522" /></a><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="font-size:10.0pt; line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial"><span class="Apple-style-span" >I really love the dress Emma Watson wore to the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. </span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="font-size:10.0pt; line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial"><span class="Apple-style-span" >This vintage feather lace dress by <a href="http://www.atelier-mayer.com/product/rafael-lopez-lace-and-feather-dress-cape">Rafael Lopez for Atelier Mayer</a> is stylish and effortlessly chic. </span></span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt; line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial"><span class="Apple-style-span" >The Rafael Lopez style is described as a mélange of "The cool of England, the sensuality of Italy, the force of Spain and the chic of France" and I can see why. I’m not sure what I like more, the front, back or just the way she’s <span class="apple-style-span">paired this dress with simple Charlotte Olympia pumps, a poppy pin for Remembrance Day and her ultra cute pixie haircut.</span></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="font-size:10.0pt; line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial"><span class="Apple-style-span" >Emma has evolved into a style icon and has recently been on the cover of <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/">Vogue</a>, <a href="http://www.marieclaire.com">Marie Claire</a> and Dubai based <a href="www.vivamagonline.com">Viva magazine</a>. </span></span></span></p>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-26261248651921379412010-08-16T23:32:00.006+04:002010-08-17T00:30:04.632+04:00Screw Prada, the Devil wears these.....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TGmccBFbGHI/AAAAAAAAACE/9FCk0Ehmj_I/s1600/Picture2.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 322px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TGmccBFbGHI/AAAAAAAAACE/9FCk0Ehmj_I/s400/Picture2.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506104024578594930" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: separate;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Nothing can transform an outfit like a pair of killer heels! And these are </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">killer </span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">heels! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">The colorful, edgy hand-painted statement pumps designed by Taylor Reeve have just made it to the top of my lust-have list! She is a California-based artist w</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">ho has worked with several companies including Quicksilver & Skull Candy. Taylor's art spans multiple platforms including shoes, canvases, surfboards and helmets. I found </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/taylorsays"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Taylor on Etsy</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> where you can buy a pair of shoes, they're a bit expensive, but definitely worth it. And i</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">f you don't like the designs on the shoes (how could you not?), Taylor will customise it to suit your style. </span></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I'm sure Taylor's going to get a lot more orders from Dubai - definitely one from me or my boyfriend *hint hint*</span></span></div></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-39154765432089083282010-08-07T13:58:00.004+04:002010-08-07T14:08:51.292+04:00Tote for the day!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TF0wMh9HYqI/AAAAAAAAAB8/EGBamStktzA/s1600/joker+ha+ha+bag.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TF0wMh9HYqI/AAAAAAAAAB8/EGBamStktzA/s320/joker+ha+ha+bag.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5502607311547884194" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I love tote bags, because I seem to always have lots of non-purse-able items that I absolutely need to carry with me (which of course I never use). I guess I'm one of those 'what if' people! I'm not always like that though for example when I'm at a club I'll most likely only have my keys & debit card on me. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Anyway one of my fashionable & super talented friends wore this bag out to a club and as soon as I saw it I knew it belonged on my blog! She got it a couple of years ago at Universal Studios.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> But if you want to save yourself the trip you can also get it <a href="http://www.rockworldeast.com/store/Batman_Shoulder_Tote_Bag_Joker_Ha_Ha">online</a>.</span></span></div></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-60778333137915864142010-07-27T12:09:00.008+04:002010-07-27T13:19:38.665+04:00The ultimate style-staple: The Uniform Project's LBD<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; "><span><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">What if you had to wear one dress for 365 days? Sheena Matheiken imposed this task upon herself for an exercise in sustainable fashion and more importantly to raise money for the </span></span><a href="http://www.akanksha.org/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Akanksha Foundation</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> in India. This foundation brings education to underprivileged children living in slums in Mumbai & Pune. With the </span></span><a href="http://www.theuniformproject.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Uniform Project</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> she raised enough money for 289 children to go to school.<br /><br />For 1 year Sheena re-invented this simple tunic-style dress with accessories of her own or ones donated by fans of the project. She uses colorful tights, funky hats & interesting jewelry to update her look. This versatile dress was designed by Sheena and friend, Eliza Starbuck. It is now available to </span></span><a href="https://theuniformproject.com/index.html?section=store"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">purchase</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> from The Uniform Project or alternatively you could purchase the </span></span><a href="https://theuniformproject.com/index.html?section=store"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">pattern & material</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> & get your own tailor to re-create it! T</span></span></span></span><span><span><span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">he dress is a reversible A-line classic that is flattering to all body types. The sales also support the Akanksha Foundation.</span></span></span></i></span></span></span></span></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TE6glVs6J0I/AAAAAAAAABQ/L8lQ7AwK2nU/s1600/uniformproject.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 302px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TE6glVs6J0I/AAAAAAAAABQ/L8lQ7AwK2nU/s320/uniformproject.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498508758407063362" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><span><span><span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana, -webkit-fantasy;"><br /></span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: normal; "><span style=" border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I never used to get a lot of mileage out of my wardrobe. But after discovering the Uniform Project I started looking into it and began mixing and matching my outfits and accessories, in an attempt to create a completely new look.</span></span></span><div><span><span style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div><div><span><span style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I'd recommend it, it's a lot of fun & recession proof.</span></span></span></span></div></span></i></span></span></span><span><span><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:12px;"><br /></span></span></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-60817097978578927372010-07-21T12:22:00.007+04:002010-07-21T12:42:17.050+04:00When a cow laughs, does milk come out its nose?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TEax3TbDc-I/AAAAAAAAABI/mbgGz1UPkhw/s1600/vach.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 302px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TEax3TbDc-I/AAAAAAAAABI/mbgGz1UPkhw/s320/vach.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496275958916936674" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I was looking around for designers from the region when I came across this one from </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=21615071755"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Wasta</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">. Wasta </span></span><span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">in Arabic means 'influence' or 'connections' (without which you can't get anything done in the Middle East)</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">. Wasta</span></span><span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> is a</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> concept brand and a platform for design-related activities in the region.</span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; min-height: 14px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I love this t-shirt because it reminds me of 'The Laughing Cow' also known as '</span><a href="http://www.lavachequirit.be/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">La vache qui rit</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">' in French. Yup, the brand that makes the lovely spreadable cheesy wedge. It's a limited edition t-shirt (as are all t-shirts from Wasta) and is sold at </span><a href="http://www.aura-b.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Aura B</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">, a Dubai-based online boutique that hosts collections from more than 60 designers. Aura B showcases designs from the region, ranging from fashion for men & women to art and even quirky furniture. For all the Dubai readers, delivery is free and your order will reach you within 48hrs. This tee is available for men & women in blue or white. </span></span></p><div class="im" style="color: rgb(80, 0, 80); "><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I've got my heart set on the blue one.</span></span></span></p></div></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-40172112169379465612010-07-16T16:54:00.005+04:002010-07-16T17:08:29.912+04:00A Knockout Accessory<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">When I see the </span></span><span style="line-height: 19px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">comic book onomatopoeias</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> 'POW' 'BAM' 'THUD' what first comes to mind are the fight scenes in the 1960's TV series Batman (the one where Batman looks like he's had too much beer). These words were used first in comic books to capture the excitement & add an extra layer to an otherwise silent comic book.</span></span></span></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TEBXvUU9M2I/AAAAAAAAAAU/U9kReA-B5Pc/s1600/final+pow.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 176px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TEBXvUU9M2I/AAAAAAAAAAU/U9kReA-B5Pc/s320/final+pow.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494488015814079330" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: separate; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">And they've clearly been the inspiration for </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/janinebasil?section_id=7132978"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Janine Basil's Comic Sound FX Headbands</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> that I found on </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Etsy</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">. These machine embroidered headbands are made from polyester felt and are a fun accessory that can bring color to any outfit. And they're a great conversation starter.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">The pink one's on my must-have list (perfect with my new Puma shoes).</span></span></div></span>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2046181876765717192.post-90569712528558436672010-07-14T15:10:00.002+04:002010-07-14T22:16:36.072+04:00Kicked about my new kicks!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TD2xtZN341I/AAAAAAAAAAM/rYL9qvRUoA4/s1600/Picture+14.png" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sWbzGk8VEQU/TD2xtZN341I/AAAAAAAAAAM/rYL9qvRUoA4/s320/Picture+14.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493742513883177810" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I’d like to start off my blog by sharing my new kicks with you. I got these <a href="http://www.puma.com/">Puma</a>'s last week and I think they’re </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">uber</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> cool. The shoe is called the '</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: separate; line-height: 16px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Puma 917 Lo Factory'.</span></span></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: separate; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana, fantasy;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana, fantasy;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">I usually just go with my gut when it comes to buying clothes, shoes & accessories. I liked these so I bought them. While doing a little research for my blog post I found out that these shoes were inspired by Pop Art from the 60's and <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">by </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Warhol"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Andy Warhol</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"> in particular. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">While Andy Warhol has influenced fashion in many ways, those 'Campbell Soup' print dresses aren't my thing.</span></span></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">But these retro fabric trainers definitely are!</span></span></div></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">The bold colors really pop. I love the sketched eyelets and the laces that look like they are painted on the shoe (like something out of a comic book!).</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">To make these stand out even more - as if they needed to - I wore them with a simple black tee and denim.</span></span></span></div></div>Dionne Vazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03581918018589290100noreply@blogger.com4