♥Gladiator Mania
Monday, May 05, 2008
(Left: D&G gladiator flat sandal Right:BCBG Max Azria 'Lizzie' Thong)
We all know Gladiator sandals are a hit this season and I'm betting most of you already own at least a pair. I mean, how could you ever resist? They are basically perfect for the weather in our country. Our feet can finally breathe and our little tootsies will be spared of all the blisters and aching pain we feel whenever we'd dawn a pair of high heels. They're the perfect summer footwear (besides flipflops, of course. Nothing can beat those). Pair them with any summer dress or a plain tank top and some shorts and you'll look effortlessly chic.
But then for the past month, I've noticed a change and that their designs and structure have gone a little overboard. Take for example: Gladiator fringes.
(Etro sandals)
About a month ago, I've come across
I am Fashion posting about gladiator sandals with fringes and how Vogue claimed them to be the "it" shoes. Though how much I adore gladiator sandals and the comfort they provide, fringes on them do not portray the least bit of stylishness. Honestly, I'd prefer a simpler version of that, maybe with less fringe or none at all.
Another new design of gladiator sandals that I've come across with are the jellies. Now, we all know the popularity of jellies ever since of last year with people setting aside their flats and high heeled pumps to put on a pair of shoes entirely made of rubber like Marc by Marc Jacob's jelly peep toe flats and jelly mouse shoes (of which I was disappointed to know they were copied and faked by some).
(HULK jelly gladiator sandals by Topshop)
Truthfully, I had never bought jelly shoes nor even dared to try them. Yes, they are comfortable but I wasn't at all fond of owning a pair of shoes entirely made of rubber nor does it scream "chic" to me. They awaken no longing nor lust, no attraction whatsoever. Unless you're 10 years old or younger then that would be a perfect excuse, if not, then don't bother. Gladiator sandals look so much better if its made in leather, topped with cool studs and sometimes with a hint of metallic touch, gold, preferably.
Labels: fashion, rants, shoes, shopping
posted at 10:10 PM
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♥Shopping spree
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
We all know shopping (for clothes) is a tiring activity— aggravating too.
Shifting from one boutique to another, trying top after top, jeans after jeans, shoes after shoes (possibly roamed every corner of the mall) and after an hour or so, still haven't had a clue on what to buy.
Well, not all but for some people.
Hhmm... people like me.
God knows how LONG I've been walking back and forth, entering and exiting dressing rooms and staring at articles of clothing deciding whether or not I should buy them.
I'm very much certain the employees are laughing their heads off behind my back. Well not really that certain. But, I can pretty much identify the hidden smirks plastered in their faces.
Or, was it my imagination?
Hhmm... did I mention it was Women's Month? Well, that was what the saleslady said to me. They gave me a small journal to commemorate the event.
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Anyway, I was on my bored-to-death-so-I-should-go-shopping mood.
And, you know what? I went ALONE.
I don't really know why since I usually go shopping with my friends. Maybe, it was because I felt like being alone for a while. Or maybe, because my friends are unavailable and I'm the only one who has got nothing to do. Hhmm... I think it's pretty much the latter.
So after an hour or so (maybe more than that), I finally had been able to stock my closet with some flip-flops, a bikini and much needed florals for summer.
Now, the only thing missing is a trip to the beach.
And, I can't WAIT for that.
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(image source: wxyc)
Labels: rants, shopping, summer, thoughts
posted at 5:57 PM
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