The tattoo

Author: elle October 23rd, 2008

As a guy or rather a girl walks by with tattoes on his or her body, people will turn their head and their eyes follow him or her to wherever they go to. People’s perception on those who have tattoes were bad, that they aren’t good people, there must be something bad within them, that they aren’t as simple as people think they are and bottom line, it’s everything very negative. People started become judgemental towards them. These days it’s considered a fashion item, or to some, it’s art or rather related to religious issues. However, the older generation still has the conservative mentality though.

I have thought about having a tattoo ages ago, somewhat like 8 freaking years ago. Yes no joke 8 freaking years! How people decide to have a tattoo? Well, as for me, I got inspired by my dance instructor then who really has tattoos all over his body and it was just darn cool on him. Ever since then, I dreamt of having one and I never did until this year.

Once I told people my dream of having a tattoo, majority says NO and that I will definitely regret during my old age. I say .. let’s think about now rather than later. If it turns ugly later in life, so be it. The pain was bearable, and it wasn’t pain throughout the whole process. It was cool all the way.

If people … decide to have a tattoo, make sure you don’t ink your partner’s name, or something to do with your partner and *touchwood* something happens between the both of you, the name stays on forever though the person don’t. Also a piece of advise, don’t ink something to do with fashion today. Tribal used to be an “in” thing but right now it’s fading away. SUggestions … please if you wanna do a tattoo, do something you really like and love and it’s best if it brings meaning to it and not just for the sake of tattoo-ing. There must be a certain level of trust between you and your tattoo-ist or else the end result won’t be good. You just have to trust your tattoo-ist. Ask around, survey around only decide because this will last a lifetime and one last word, do not regret.

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Shoes dictionary :p

Author: fefe June 21st, 2008

Ah! I love shoes. Whenever I walk past shoes boutique, I would pop in, trying out all pairs but woud hold my purse tightly and told myself, buy it tomorrow! I love shoes, bright colours, plain Jane’s, whatever I wanna term it but I have one big problem myself. I am not like many ladies out there who could spot one pair and tell everything about the shoes. To me, shoes are just shoes, an accessory, something to wear, something you put on to protect your feet. They must be fashionable, eye-catching, easy to match with your clothes or bags and most importantly, COMFORTABLE.

So to give myself a little e-tuition, I decided to do a bit of research online to find out more about shoes. Well, nothing much though especially when I am so impatient and often distracted by something else, which are definitely more interesting than plain words.

Hence, to share with the rest of you who, well hopefully those who wait to read my posts ;p (I know my big, fat hope!), I am putting this up.

All definitions except for 2 which are Suede, Thong, they were all taken from here. As for the pictures, they are homework done by me with great help from googling work of course :p Hope this is a piece of useful read from me Cheers…

SHOES

Pronunciation: [shü]
Function: Noun
Date: 1881
Definition: Footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material.

alpargata -a Spanish or South American sandal-like shoe, usually with rope sole, attached to the foot by thongs.

anklet - a shoe for a child or woman that has a strap around the ankle.

balmoral - a sturdy laced walking shoe.

blucher, bluchers - a high shoe with laces over the tongue.

boot * - a shoe that covers the whole foot and the lower part of the leg.

brogan, brogue, clodhopper - a thick and heavy shoe.

calceus - a shoe covering the ankle; worn by ancient Romans.

chopine, chopines - a woman’s shoe with a very high thick sole (see: platforms, platform).

cleats - a pair of shoes with cleats on the soles; “the football players all wore cleats”.

congress boot, congress gaiter, congress shoe - an ankle high shoe with elastic gussets in the sides.

counter - a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe.

d’orsay - a pump with a circular vamp and sides that curve downward sharpley, exposing the sides of the foot.

espadrille - a sandal with a sole made of rope or rubber and a cloth upper part.

fins, flipper, flippers, fin - a shoe for swimming; the paddle-like front is an aid in swimming (especially underwater).

footgear, footwear- covering for a person’s feet.

gaiter - a shoe covering the ankle with elastic gores in the sides (see: congress shoe).

ghillie, gillie - a shoe without a tongue and with decorative lacing up the instep.

gym shoe, sneaker, tennis shoe - a canvas shoe with a pliable rubber sole (also see: running shoe).

huarache - a sandal with flat heels and an upper of woven leather straps.

insole, innersole - piece of material shaped to match the bottom of the last, which will be layered between the outsole and the sole of the foot. The shoe is constructed around it, with the upper, welting, and lining attached.

kiltie - casual shoe with fringed tongue that overlaps fastening at the instep.

kitten heel - low heel that tapers sharply to narrow base.

last - made of plastic, metal, or wood, it is the form used to determine the shape and size of the shoe. The derivation of the word is “laest”, the Old English word for footprint.

loafer - a low leather step-in shoe; the top resembles a moccasin but has a broad flat heel.

Louis heel - high heel with graceful curves on the sides and back. Originally designed for King Louis XIV, of France.

- high heel with graceful curves on the sides and back. Originally designed for King Louis XIV, of France.moccasin, moccasin * - a slip-on shoe made from soft leather with stitches around the top at the front, originally worn by native Americans.

monk * - a closed shoe, most often men’s, with a wide strap over the instep fastened with a buckle.

mule * - a shoe or slipper, with any size heel, covering only the front of the foot, leaving back open.

outsole - the outer sole of a shoe or boot oxford - a low shoe laced over the instep.

oxford * - A sturdy, low shoe that encloses the foot, and laces over the instep.

platform shoe - a shoe with a high thick sole.

plug - the central piece of the upper of a moccasin.

pumps, pump - low-cut shoe that surrounds the foot, without fastenings. May have heel of any height.

running shoe, sneaker - comfortable, lightweight shoe made of canvas or leather upper, with a pliable rubber sole, often used for athletics.

sabot, wooden shoe - a shoe carved from a single block of wood.

saddle - a piece of leather across the instep of a shoe.

sandal - a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot.

shoe lace, shoelace, shoestring, shoe string - a lace used for fastening shoes.

slingback, sling - a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel.

stiletto, or spike - very high heel, with long, slender shaft.

Suede -   made of leather, esp. kidskin, with the flesh side rubbed to make a velvety nap.

Thong - a shoe or slipper fastened to the foot chiefly by a strip of leather or other material passing between the first and second toes and often attaching to another strip of material, as a strap across the instep or around the ankle.

tongue - the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot.

vamp - the front lower part of the shoe’s upper part. May be shaped in various ways.

walker, walking shoe - a comfortable, low-heeled shoe designed for walking.

wedge heel - heel that extends down and forward to meet the sole, filling the entire shank portion of the shoe with a flat tread surface. May be of any height.

welt - strip of leather or synthetic attached to the outsole and upper, situated in the crevice between upper part of shoe and sole. For decorative purposes, it may also be only attached to the sole.

wing tip - a shoe having a wing-tip toecap - a piece of leather stitched over the toe-cap of shoe or boot. Used as decoration, it will often be perforated or of a contrasting color.

* This shoe is one of the seven basic shoe styles, from which all footwear fashions are derived. Of them, the moccasin is the oldest, dating back over 12,000 years. Most recent is the oxford, appearing approximately 300 years ago.

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The Fashionistas: Sex N The City

Author: fefe  May 13th, 2008

Who do know know them right?

I have always loved this show but I was not one of those who followed the show. I caught this on DVDs and yes, I become addicted too. To cut short my words, let’s check out their dresses on the red carpet at the Sex and the City: The Movie world premiere.

So, whose dress would you pick?

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Kate Moss launches range for Topshop

Author: klaudina  May 9th, 2007

Kate Moss, launching her fashion range for Topshop, sent a crowd of press and fans into a frenzy when she finally appeared in the shop window last week on the 1st of May.

Eager shoppers who had queued for up to nine hours to catch a glimpse of their icon screamed and pushed as the curtains, which had remained closed all day, opened at the flagship Oxford Street store.

A line of people eager to be the first to get their hands on the goods began earlier in the day - and by 7.30pm stretched almost all the way around the block.

Topshop staff handed out popcorn, water and Krispy Crème doughnuts to keep sugar and energy levels high.

To view her latest range - KateMossTopshop

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Crocs - Not just a pair of rubber shoes

Author: Simmy Tan  March 21st, 2007

Ok, i know most ladies’ reaction for crocs shoes would be *eww, so ugly looking ! how to wear out?* You are totally wrong !

Crocs, meaning Crocodiles, symbolises toughness and versatilities, they can survive on both water and land. That’s how the name come from. It is made in neither rubber or plastic, infact crocs are made of Proprietary Closed Cell Resion or (PCCR). PCCR is closed-cell in nature and anti-microbial, which virtually eliminates ordor. Originally crocs were designed for boating, but because of their comfort and durability, they are now being worn massively even by nurses or chefs. Now, men, women, teens, even children, are fascinated by crocs, they are widely available throughout US and UK, it wasn’t long before they reach our land, Malaysia, too !

Since most ladies doesn’t care about functions, let’s be shady and talks about the looks of these shoes. They are now available in different colours and designs. Besides the common crocs with holes on them (left), crocs manufacturers also released a series of feminine lady like looking crocs (right). Perfect for your lovely feet !

Ok this is the climax. Besides wearing the crocs, you can also add stuffies on them ! I’m talking about lovely crocs charms ! They are absolutely fabulous. Now we ladies like the bling bling right? You can add crystals on them, or butterfly, flower whatever that suits your personality, talk about being unique !

Your feet deserves the best, these crocs will be the best companion whenever you are shopping, i’m sure your feet will be doing the happy Mumble dance   once you put them on. Get yourself a pair today ! (oh btw, they didn’t pay me to do this, although i kinda wish they did :P)

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Fashion Sightings: Spring Shoes

Author: trishotiwuth  March 10th, 2007

A friend of mine wore these cute spring-appropriate shoes recently.

Thought I have seen something similar at Vincci but this pair has a certain funky vintage feel to it.

Best part is, she bought the shoes from an op-shop in Sydney for just $3!

Lucky ass.

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Let’s Talk About…..

Author: klaudina  January 17th, 2007

I dont know bout you babes but I for one is a shoeaholic. Shoes are one of the pleasures in life. I love ‘em more than I love ‘em clothes. Shoes always fit no matter if you have put on those pounds or lose them and 99% of the time, they make you feel like the most beautiful woman alive!

Im very fond of stilettos but living in the UK, doesnt really *allow* me to wear one unless its only for a short period of time. However, I couldnt resist getting these two pairs yesterday and they were going cheap! =D

The shoes people wear reflect their values and personality. What do your shoes say about you?

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Chloe Goes Retro

Author: trishotiwuth  December 25th, 2006

Despite the lukewarm response towards Chloe’s performance at the recent Spring 2007 shows, the label - mostly famous in Malaysia for its to-die-for Paddington bags - still tops my list in terms of wearability and good, internationally marketable designs. Sure, looks that infuse arts and abstract ideas stand out when stomping down the runaways but they are usually the practical and classic presentations that make women pull for their purses.

This time around, Chloe’s show is certainly littered with practicality and sales driven pieces. In fact, the label opts for retro charms, possibly thanks to the hype celebrity fashionistas have spun over vintage clothing.

There are the minis in colours consisting of mainly white, brown and mustard yellow (colours which I have always associated with retro, for some peculiar reasons) and even a bright neon jacket. Balloon shapes are still in, as well as volumes (cutesy puffed sleeves, voluminous jackets). Embellishments (yay!) are back and so are prints (bye bye boring pastels). The waistline is again shifting up north, with several high waisted looks went on parade.

LOVES: Mini shirt dresses, precious embellishments.

Picture from www.style.com



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Grooming tips for you and me

Author: frolic_pjann  December 11th, 2006

Take care of your skin, wear moisturizer with SPF, drink more water, blah blah blah mantra… apply lotions religiously and keep your nails prim and proper. These tips applies to both gender. Girls, if you have no time to clean those chipped cutex, I suggest you save your time coloring them and give yourself a mask instead.

Keep hair in place and neat. No frizz, no flyaways. There is a reason why there are hundreds of hair products out there. Do not wear your hair wet when you go out. You’ll look like you’ve run out of the bathroom half done. Men appreciate women who take care of themselves. Guys, trim hair regularly and don’t forget shaving.

Wear comfortable shoes. Ladies!! Do not wear slippers, in transit to work, especially on a public transport. Spending so much of shoes, you WANT people to look at them, and your sexy legs. Save slippers, sandals for beach. And sport shoes only goes with gym attire. Guys, socks! Don’t forget them. Wear them with leather shoes and sports shoes, too.

Outfit for the right occasion. Be modest for official look (meaning – at work), don’t flash unnecessary skin, we want men to respect us for other brains, not other parts. If your job requires you to be creative, be creative, but don’t lose yourself. Dress according to your style and identity, not following others. Iron your shirt well, buttons in place, tuck in nicely – girls do not like guys to be frumpy. I think it is necessary for guys to wear singlets inside when wearing working shirts- give your body the built and not to mention – to conceal certain parts.

Invest in staple (read: must have) items. Girls – white shirt, great cutting pants, closed toes shoes (you’ll need it for formal occasions, although I do suggest all working females to wear these, not strappy heels, they are reserve for partying nites), GOOD FITTING BRA (and learn how to wear them correctly – no spillage, no falling straps) and invisible line panties . And you must take good care of them = lingerie detergent. Guys – leather shoes, pants, leather/steel watch, shirt, cuff links. Don’t blindly follow fads, it is good to have at least 2 pieces of latest trends, as long as it reflects the style identity you would like to potray. Plus it will save you lots of money each time a new trend replace another.

Make up! in European countries, make up is manners. BE subtle if you don’t like make up – lip color (balm with colors for those who hate lipsticks, gloss is not apporiapte for official), mascara, blusher. Unless you have perfect skin, with rosy cheeks and red lips, you should not skip this part. Guys, you can use make up too, there are make up line specially for guys which are not to create made up look, but to conceal your bad points and enhance your looks – as lip balm (dry and chapped lips are a big no-no!), tinted spf moisturizer. Try this to mattify oily skin.

Groom yourself! well. It is such an important aspect to make the lasting firm impression. Lastly check before leaving the house. Face – check. Outfit – check. Hair – check. Shoes – check.

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I am back!

Author: Andrienne  December 6th, 2006

Yes….I am finally back after my four days trip to Bangkok & I am already missing my shopping heaven. I wanna stay a bit longer there….but was taken back because I missed my home more than I miss Bangkok.

I stayed at Baiyoke Suite because Baiyoke Sky was fully booked & girls(and boys as well la) DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT stay in Baiyoke Suite because the facilities are way too old & the heater would be cold all of a sudden & you have to wait 5 minutes before it recovers back to hot(~~hopefully I will not get sued for saying this~~).

Remember to shop at Platinum Plaza as they boast to have more than 1300 wholesale shops(in which you have to buy at least three pieces in one shop to get wholesale price. Some do not let you mix & match with other designs. Some will but with condition that you add 10 to 20 baht). & yes, do stay at the Baiyoke area as that is the wholesale area(Platinum Plaza is just 5-10 minutes walk away from Baiyoke).

Try not to go for Suan Lum night market to buy stuffs as those stuffs they have there are from the wholesale area & they sell it at a higher price(which is double). Chatuchak is a nice place to go & it’s like triple the size of Mid Valley(of course Chatuchak doesn’t have four floors for you to shop la duh!). You can never finish walking within one day. The alleys there are closely packed with only merely two people can walk. That’s why Chatuchak is able to accomodate more than 10 thousand shops.

But Chatuchak is only opened on weekends as this is a weekend markets & they mostly do business with the locals. Therefore, stuffs there are almost the cheapest. Of course, the cheap stuffs there are like incense, candles, wood carvings & etc. Clothing, shoes & accesories are best to be bought at wholesale area. If you girls were to go there, please, please & please remember to wear tank tops, shorts, bring along a mini fan & clip up all your hairs. It’s freaking hot over there.

I noticed that the Thais love to eat roasted stuffs. They have roasted squids, roasted pig internal organs & etc. But those foods are very nice to be eaten. I love it there & the food is darn cheap. You can get a big packet of fried rice for only 10 baht(which is RM1). But you can hardly find bird nest & sharkfin(if you like them)at Bangkok(within the city area) unlike Hatyai that has it everywhere in the city.

But then again, the Thais in Bangkok close their shops earlier. Most shopping complexes & roadside shops are closed by 6 in the evening Bangkok time(which is 7PM Malaysian time). The night markets will be opened after 6PM Bangkok time. But usually, the night market sells the same thing as the wholesale shops but at a higher price.

I do notice that some of the shops in KL brough in clothes from Bangkok to sell. For example, I bought an empire-waisted top at Bangkok for RM30 & I saw the same top selling at Shopaholic(a shop at Bangsar if I am not mistaken)for RM89.90(in which I saw it today at FEMALE magazine).

The top that I bought from Bangkok

The one I saw at FEMALE mag December’s issue. It’s selling at RM89.90 at Shopaholics.

To see more of my shopping purchases, please go to Shopping Spree [December 2006] at MYB.

That’s all for now. Will update the LE + Christmas cosmetics pressies post soon! Till then.

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Kate Moss launches range for Topshop

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Grooming tips for you and me

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SHOES
	Pronunciation: [shü] Function: Noun Date: 1881 Definition: Footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material.