Update 08 31 10 : Book Haul & Style Loves

I've been so busy lately I haven't gotten a chance to update my blog. These past 2 weeks have been nothing but crazy. But I'm glad I was given an opportunity to see beyond the 'red carpet' and the experience has also made me want to learn about it even more on my own. As for now, I finally, finally, have time to breathe. But that also means that this is going to be a long entry. (:

I managed to grab myself some books at a recent Borders sale and my local Popular. I've been feeling a bit stupid, slow and kept thinking that my English is deteriorating lately so I thought I should start reading again. I used to read alot when I was much younger so I kind of missed it too.

The first book I got and have completed was Dan Brown's Lost Symbol. This book is very mind-intriguing and makes you think. If you're not into mysteries and history, do not read this book. It's like a text book in a novel format. Overall, 3.5 out of 5 popcorns! Popular was having a sale when I got it, 20% off the original price. Go check out your local Popular!

The next few books are on fashion and styling, essentials I needed for that 2 weeks stint and more. Have not read everything yet though so a review is not possible. I got them at a Borders sale for a very low price, going as low as $5!!

Books aside, I've been loving Dolce Vita's shoes for the unique detail on her pumps and T by Alexander Wang for comfort and simplicity!!

Dolce Vita

T by Alexander Wang

I have not discovered my favourite designer as of yet, someone whom I really love and follow but I will let you know if I've found him/her. (: Have you found yours?

*credits to shopbop

Style 08 10 10 : Aime

Came across this gorgeous child called Aime in fashionbananas and she's oh-so-chic! She inspires me to dress up my 'little' sister even more. *cuteness.

Updates 101: Revlon Photoready Foundation & Makeup For All Magazine Summer 2010

The famous Revlon PhotoReady foundation is finally in stores now! It claims to make you look picture-perfect or like its name, "Photo-ready". It retails for about 29.90SGD (I think) and you can get yours at your local drugstores and even Metro outlets. Be warned though, this foundation is pretty 'shimmery' so if you don't like that kind of finish, just forget about it.

Now, if you're suddenly feeling like a bookworm and don't want to spend any money, have a look at Makeup4All's Summer 2010 magazine. What caught my eye was a feature of my favourite Youtube guru, BellaDuJourNYC. Check it out here!

Oh. Have I shown you this awesome shoe closet/rack that I stumbled upon in tumblr? p/s: I totally forgot where I took it so I can't give proper credits to the blogger/photographer. sorry!

Take Your Pick: Designer Shoes

This is the second out of the many entries that I'm going to put up on shoes!! I love shoes and I know many women out there love shoes as well. My new shoe closet that I share with my sister is all crammed up that I have some shoes stored under my bed and room window.

Although I don't really care much about designer shoes, sometimes I do yearn to have one to call my own. I cannot say much about quality as I'm an amateur at this but I do own a pair of Camel Active brown suede loafers that is definitely comfortable and so soft! Sometimes I feel like wearing them out every single day!

Well, I've came up with a few gorgeous designer shoes that I think you shoe-lovers would simply adore and go grab them if you really think they're worth the dough! Oh, I have to warn you though, I love ALL KINDS of shoes, even the eccentric-looking platform ones. :P

Sam Edelman Kinley in Taupe

Price Sale: 111 USD

Color - Taupe
Suede upper with leather sole
Approx 4.5" wedge
Buckle front detail

*revolveclothing


Gastone Lucioli "1120" Black Suede Slingbacks

Price: 300 USD

* Suede upper
* Leather lining and insole
* Leather outsole
* 4 3/8" covered suede heel (1 1/8" platform)
* Made in Italy

*shirise

Chloe Canvas and Leather Sandals

Price: $325 USD

Canvas sandals features leather straps across the foot and buckle-fastening strap around the ankle, gold-tone and blackened hardware and stud detailing and press-stud fastening on the ankle cuff. 4" heel. Available in other colors.

*madisonlosangeles


Jeffrey Campbell Snick Platform Clog

Price: 115 USD

Color: Dark Tan
Material: Tan Suede
Measurements: 5in wedge heel
Has studs and buckled embellishments at the sides

*boutiquetoyou

Bruno Magli Amone Platform

Price: 425 USD

Heel Height: 4-1/2"
Platform Height: 1-1/4"
Suede Upper and Leather Sole.
Zipper closure at back.

*shoptheshoebox


Thakoon Wedge Boot with Lace Up Flap

Price: 1045 USD
Wedge Boot with Lace Up Flap by Guiseppe Zanotti for Thakoon. Wooden heel wedge boot with lace up side flaps.

Tapered toe / Seam across top instep / Shaft sides wrap around front & can be laced closed / Heel cap extends up into shaft sides / 4.5" wooden, stacked wedge tapers towards back / Hidden platform at ball of foot / Leather sole & insole / Color: Black / 100% Leather / Made in Italy.

*lagarconne


Prada Loafer Platform Pumps

Leather loafer pumps with stitch detail at platform.

SGD 1063.28

* Self-covered heel, 5" (125mm)
* Platform, 1¼" (30mm)
* Compares to a 3¾" heel (95mm)
* Rounded toe
* Leather lining and sole
* Padded insole
* Made in Italy

*saksfifthavenue

I especially love this Prada shoe! I saw them on a classy-looking lady this one time and I just can't stop staring at them!!!

What's your take on designer shoes? Should we splurge or save on designer shoes? Hmm..