I gotta agree with Perez Hilton on this one. Gwyneth heard the call of the Romans and I’m envious. Ms Paltrow wore these shoes at a photo shoot to promote her New Movie “Two Lovers”:
So I guess I’m getting to like Gladiator shoes….Who know 
How bout you guys? Love? Or hate them?
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Gladiator sandals are everywhere these days. On Celebrities, in the Fashion Mags and even in Blogs To be honest I really haven’t liked this type of shoe. I thought it cut a woman’s leg off, disturbing the line from her shin to her foot. For those of us 5′4″ and under, that could make us look even shorter. I also didn’t like all the straps over the foot. I thought it looked too busy and distracting. Take for example Sarah Jessica Parker’s feet in the promo picture from the Wedding scene in the “Sex and the City” movie coming out at the end of May 2008.
I just hate those shoes with the Wedding Dress!! I like funky and unusual. And as some of you might know, I have a deep love and respect for Particia Fields (If you don’t know, you can read about it here). But these shoes with this dress DO NOT work for me :-& .
Having said all those negative things about Gladiator shoes, I came upon a few yesterday on Piperlime.com that I really like. They aren’t too strappy across the top of the foot and I think they cut the disturbance of your leg line to a minimum.
Bettye Muller Baccarat regular price $420.00 sale price $335.50
DV by Dolce Vita Carnival-30 $65.00
Nine West Rossinis $79.00
Via Spiga Undo $165.00
I’m seriously considering getting one of these pair of Gladiator sandals. Since sandals are all I wear these days, I at least like to get ones that are fashionable.
PS If you plan on visiting my eBay store, take note that I will be posting a bunch of new Shoes by Friday May 23. Stay tuned 
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I’ve noticed for awhile that Ombre has become a trend this year. I really like this trend. I think I really became aware of it and how much I liked it when I saw Gwen Stefani’s wedding dress by John Galliano for Dior back in 2002.
Before I left for vacation I bookmarked several Ombre items I found that I liked but I’ll post some of those another time. This post is about some items I recently found that incorporate the Ombre trend with another popular trend I like Patent Leather.
Bloomingdales showed an Ombre and Patent Leather bag by Maxx in their recent catalog.
Maxx New York Women’s Degradé Ombre Large Tote Bag - $198
Comes in Purple as well.
Also at Bloomingdale’s was this bag by L.A.M.B (seems Gwen likes the Ombre trend in things other than Wedding Dresses)
L.A.M.B. Manchester Ombre Patent Leather Tote - $495
The above bags can be yours with a 20% discount by using the code FLOWER now thru May 21st at Bloomingdales.com.
But Bloomingdales is not the only place offering items combining these two trends. Some of my other favorite shopping sites have some cool Patent and Ombre items. Enjoy!
Elliott Lucca Ombré Patent Leather Tote - $298
Comes in black as well.
BCBGirls ‘Edith’ Pump - $97.95
Comes in Dove & Black as well
Stuart Weitzman ‘Degdais’ Pump - was: $255 Now: $169.90
Comes in Coal as well
RSVP Dinda Ombre Patent Leather Peep Toe Pumps - $65.00
Comes in Blue, Ivory & Pink as well.
Lodis Romano Ombre Primadonna Wallet - $176
Comes in Azure & Fuschia as well. There is also a smaller wallet with Gusset that come in the same colors for $129.
Mossimo Deann Ombre Patent Flats - $19.99
Comes in Purple and Gray as well.
Mossimo® Darby Ombre Peep-Toe Pumps - $24.99
Comes in Purple and Gray as well.
Patent Ombre T Bar Shoe - Was 55.00 Now: 35.00 pounds
Comes in Gray as well.
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OMG you guys there is now a site called Shoetube.tv. Newsweek summerizes what the site is about this way:
This first Web channel for shoe addicts combines “news” reports on the latest shoe styles, sneak previews of spring lines and clever woman-in-the-street interviews. You don’t have to have Imelda Marcos’s shoe closet to love it.”
Newsweek, February 18, 2008
My initial read on the site is that it looks like youtube for shoe fanatics plus written material (and boy do I know some real shoe fanatics……Of course I’m not talking about me ). They have sweepstakes so readers can win shoes, blogs reviewing new shoes and of course little video clips showing and reviewing new shoes. Check it out here and let me know what you think.
Hi all. I was perusing and saw that Macy’s was having a one day sale. You know the one day sale that is suppose to be one day a month sale but really ends up being one day a week ;). I was looking thru the things on sale and discovered they will be having some Trenches on sale. And since we know Trenches are classic and trendy right now, you should click over there and see what they have. Here are a few I thought were cute:
Macy*s - Style&co. Double-Breasted Trench
Reg. $99.00 Sale $62.37
Macy*s - JM Collection Double-Breasted Trench Coat
Reg. $100.00 Sale $62.99
Click here to look at more Sale Trenches.
Now here is a concept————–Disposable Swimsuits!!———–Not only disposable but CHEAP!! ONLY $10!!——Yep you read that right $10 and they don’t look that bad in the pics. Look:
Yep the next time someone asks you to go swimming, you won’t have an excuse not to have a suit on you….LOL….. The suits can be found here: Disposable Swimsuits
Detailed Description
You Don’t Need A Lot Of Disposable Income To Afford Our Disposable Suits!
These are hot, worn one at a time or layered as in our photo above.
Introducing the bathing suit made of a new miracle nylon spandex fiber that you can toss away after one or four uses. Available in several great colors and fashionable styles, now there’s no excuse to ever be caught without a bathing suit. One size fits sizes 2 to 12.
Quantity Discounts - Order a quantity in the range below to receive the discount(s).
Quantity Discounted Price 6-50 $8.50 (Per Item) 51-500 $7.00 (Per Item)
CBS News did a story on these suits and some similar products called Clothes For The 21st Century, Stainproof, Wrinkleproof, Sweatproof And More…! In it they say:
A new company called One Suit has cornered the market on cheap and
accessible suits. The suits are all one-size-fits-all and are
disposable. These adjustable - and pretty sexy - suits cost only $10.
Because they’re so inexpensive (and unlined) they’re the perfect
solution when you’re in a bind, or even to offer friends who are
suit-less and want to take a dip in your pool or hot tub.
So what do you guys think? Would you buy one of these? I would like to see how one of them looks. I mean for $10 if it sucks I can use it to dry the dishes
I had to return something to Bloomingdale’s yesterday and I looked on their site to see if there was something I could exchange it for. I found these items on sale that were Patent leather and/or Metallic. You should check them out:
Belts
Avignon Skinny Patent Belt - Org: $78 Now: $45.99
Avignon Skinny Patent Belt Genuine Italian patent leather belt with self covered buckle. 1/2″W. * Catalog Item Number: 81063 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Black (09), Dark Chocolate (20), Cherry (60), Violet (56) or Dove Grey (04) * Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2) * Imported
WCM Skinny Metallic Belt - Org: $80 Now: $39.99
WCM Skinny Metallic Belt Metallic leather belt with rectangular covered buckle. To be worn on the hips. * Catalog Item Number: 72759 * Gold (75) and Pewter (03) * 3/4″W * Sizes’ S (28-1/2), M (31), L (33-1/2), XL (36)
Double Buckle Waist Belt BLACK SZ MED ONLY- Org: $160 Now: $47.99
Double Buckle Waist Belt Leather belt with double buckle detail. To be worn on waist. * Catalog Item Number: 76859 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Mirrored Silver (07) or Black (09) * 4″W * Sizes S (29), M (31-1/2), L (34), XL (36-1/2)
Avignon Patent Belt - Org: $128 Now: $88.99
Avignon Patent Belt Genuine Italian patent leather belt with covered buckle.2W. Black (09).Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2).Imported. * Catalog Item Number: 77695 * Black (09), Cherry Red (60), Denim Blue (40), or Chocolate (20) * 2″W * Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2)
Bags
Kate Spade Long Wallet, Wallet and Coin Purse:
Long Wallet - Org: $195 Now: $116.99
Wallet - Org: $175 Now: $104.99
Coin Purse - Org: $85 Now: $50.99
Kate Spade Long Wallet, Wallet and Coin Purse * Please note, not all colors may be available * Long envelope wallet with back exterior pocket, flap closure. Six credit card slots, zip compartment and additional pockets. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 7-1/2″W x 4″H. Imported * French purse wallet with front flap pocket. Five credit card slots and bill holder. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 4-1/2W x 4″H. Imported. * Top zip close and key fob coin purse. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 5″W x 3″H. Imported.
Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch - Org: $165 Now: $98.99
Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch Distressed metallic flap clutch with hidden magnetic snap closure. Detachable drop-in shoulder strap. Interior mirror. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 21826 * Gold (75) or Pewter (03) * 14-1/2″W x 5-1/2″H x 1″D
Donald J. Pliner Quilt Patent Tote - BLACK ONLY - Org: $335 Now: $233.99
Donald J. Pliner Quilt Patent Tote Quilted patent leather east-west tote with smooth leather double shoulder straps and base. Magnetic snap bridge closure and drawstring. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 68430 * Black (09) * 19″W x 12-1/2″H x 5-1/2″D * 10″ drop * Imported
MCM Patent Medium Tote - DARK PURPLE ONLY - Org: $1150 Now: $689.99
MCM Patent Medium Tote Patent leather double handle tote with double zip closure and two front exterior pockets. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Protective metal feet. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 89366 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Purple (50), Silver (07) or Black (09) * 13 1/2″W x 8″H x 6″D; 5″ drop from shoulders * Imported from Italy
Watches
Patent Crystal Watch - ONLY PURPLE & GREEN - Org: $68 Now: $19.99
Patent Crystal Watch Patent leather strap watch with round stainless steel case. Silvertone dial. Swarovski crystal encrusted bezel. Japanese movement. * Catalog Item Number: 82476 * Black (09), Green (30), Red (60), Purple (50) or Blue (40)
Betsey Johnson Leather Watch - ONLY PINK - Org: $95 Now: $56.99
Betsey Johnson Leather Watch Patent leather strap watch with goldtone round case and white dial. * Catalog Item Number: 23024 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Pink (66) or Black (09)
I already have the Avignon Patent Belt in Cherry and the Patent Crystal Watch in Blue. I think I may go for the Double Buckle Waist Belt or the Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch in Pewter. What do you think? Anything strike your fancy?
You guys know how I love Nordstrom. Well they are doing the top 10 things to add a Glamorous, Global Twist to your Look - Spring 08 inspired trends right now on their website and 2 of the 10 things are 2 of my favorite things: Rings and Bangles. So I thought I would share some of the ones I found that I liked:
Ariella Collection Rectangle Tile Cat’s Eye Ring - $68
Ariella Collection Rectangle Tile Cat’s Eye Ring A glimmering tile pattern is created with blue cat’s-eye stones bordered by elegant cubic zirconia on a rhodium-plated ring. * Band width: 3/4″. * Brass/cubic zirconia/cat’s-eye/rhodium plating.
Ariella Collection Large Round Tile Ring - $78
Ariella Collection Large Round Tile Ring A glimmering tile pattern is created with blue cat’s-eye stones among elegant cubic zirconia crystals on a rhodium-plated ring. * Setting diameter: 1″. * Band width: 3/4″. * Brass/cubic zirconia/cat’s-eye/rhodium plating.
Mars & Valentine ‘Orion’ Ring - $275
Mars & Valentine ‘Orion’ Ring Intricate detail defines a bold ring with a flower and a starburst at the center surrounded by rows of wrapped-wire layers and dotted with crystals and pearls. * Approx. diameter: 1 1/4″. * Approx. band width: 1/2″ tapers to 1/4″. * Czech glass/iolite/white topaz/brass/sterling silver.
Alexis Bittar Oval Caviar Ring - $350
Alexis Bittar Oval Caviar Ring Sheer droplets of pink tourmaline and rose quartz lend beautiful delicate color to a handcrafted ring. * Setting dimensions: 1 1/8″W x 7/8″L. * Height: 3/8″. * 18k gold vermeil/pink tourmaline/rose quartz.
Rebecca Large Square Peridot Ring - $454
Rebecca Large Square Peridot Ring Deep peridot, faceted to enhance its color and shape, tops a hand-set ring. * Approx. dimensions: 1″W x 1″H. * Hydrothermal peridot/18k gold-plated bronze.
Rebecca Four Leaf Domed Ring - $510
Rebecca Four Leaf Domed Ring Four faceted stones meet at the center of a gorgeously detailed ring. * Approx. dimensions: 1/2″W x 1/2″H. * Iolite/18k gold-plated bronze.
Rebecca Round Ball Ring - $640
Rebecca Round Ball Ring Faceted hand-set stones peek out from inside an intricately cast dome-style ring. * Band width: 1/4″. * Approx. dimensions: 1 1/8″W x 3/4″H. * Hand finished. * Hydrothermal Amethyst/18k gold-plated bronze.
Sequin Thin Animal Print Bangle - $28
Sequin Thin Animal Print Bangle Bold animal print spices up a thin bangle bracelet. * Inner circumference: 7 1/2″. * Width: 1″. * Resin.
Sequin Thick Animal Print Bangle - $38
Sequin Thick Animal Print Bangle Subdued animal print plays up a smooth bangle bracelet. * Inner circumference: 7 1/2″. * Width: 2″. * Resin.
Sequin Stretch Enamel Bracelet - $28
Sequin Stretch Enamel Bracelet Smoothly textured rectangular pieces are banded together to make a stylish stretch-to-fit bracelet. * Width: 1 3/4″. * Resin.
Tasha Square Bangle Bracelet - $38
Tasha Square Bangle Bracelet Smooth, square-shaped bangle is made from clear resin for a modern look. * Inner circumference: 7 3/4″. * Width: 1/2″. * Resin.
Tasha Banana Leaf Bangle - $48
Tasha Banana Leaf Bangle Genuine banana leaf is covered by a clear resin for a tropical-looking bangle that endures. * Circumference: 7 3/4″. * Width: 1/2″. * Banana leaf/resin/metal.
Tasha Faceted Bangle Bracelet - $48
Tasha Faceted Bangle Bracelet Small facets give angled dimension to a shiny, handmade bangle. * Circumference: 8″. * Width: 1 1/2″. * Resin.
Tasha Organic Metal Resin Bangle - $48
Tasha Organic Metal Resin Bangle Smooth metal morphs into clear resin for a modern take on the classic bangle bracelet. * Circumference: 8″. * Width: 7/8″. * Metal/resin.
Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangle - $55
Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangle Hand-sculpted and hand-painted bangle bracelet is formed from luminous Lucite®. * Approx. width: 1/8″ at narrowest point, 1/2″ at widest point. * Approx. inner circumference: 8″. * Lucite®.
Tasha ‘Cracked Glass’ Mosaic Bangle - $68
Tasha ‘Cracked Glass’ Mosaic Bangle Crushed shells look like cracked glass inside a cool bangle bracelet. * Width: 1 1/2″. * Circumference: 8 1/2″. * Shell/metal.
Tasha Wide Mosaic Bangle Bracelet - $98
Tasha Wide Mosaic Bangle Bracelet Individual mosaic-like squares enhance a bangle-style bracelet, accented with smooth silvertone metal. * Circumference: 8″. * Width: 2 1/4″. * Shell/metal.
Which ones are your favorites?
You know how I love statement jewelry…Ok the few of you who read this blog know;). Well Fabsugar had a post about a ring that I think is a statement piece for spring. It was a post on the line of splurge vs steal. I would take either one of these rings. What about you?
SPLURGE STEAL
Dior Diorette Yellow Gold Ring ($5,550) Juicy Couture Garden Party Ring ($8 
Although I might need a rich lover or a BIG Bonus for the 1st one ;).
Mini Recap* Note -Longer recap to come in a little while
So I’m sure it was no big surprise to anyone that Christian won the Season 4 Project Runway Finale Show. After seeing a few of the looks that were leaked/previewed after the Bryant Park shows of all 5 designers looks I predicted Christian would win. His look was the most creative and dramatic. Although during the show last night I thought Rami gave him a run for his money.
It was funny that for once I agreed with most everything the judges said. Jillian’s collection did look a bit disjointed but I was surprised and took a liking some of her knitwear. Rami’s colors weren’t chic enough for the clothes but he has amazing attention to detail and his evening wear is stunning. Christian’s look did get repetitive and monotonous after a while. I wrote as I was watching it “more black”, “more slim black pants” and finally “CHRISTIAN THERE OTHER COLORS THAN BLACK!!” But Christian knows how to bring the drama. He took the inspiration he got from the Spanish painting by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo of a 17th century military man that he used in Episode 11 when they went to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He used it as a starting off point, expanded on the idea and went running with it. Not everyone maybe able to wear his clothing but I don’t think anyone can deny how creative he is.
I think this was the best project runway show so far. These designers so outdid the designers from the previous seasons. There were designers I liked from previous seasons, such as Jeffrey Sebelia from last season, but these guys certainly did take it up a notch. Maybe it was because this designers all had more experience than previous seasons but I could definitely see all 3 of them going on to be major designers.
Rami showed he so deserved to be there. From the pictures in the magazines and online I saw I thought I would be disappointed by him but I really liked his looks. Bravo to you Rami for being able to step outta the box. Christians looks from the magazine and online soooo blew me away so maybe it was anti climactic for me because I had already seen some of the great ones. He really does knows how to put on a show and bring the fierceness and fabulousity (having the quality of fabulousness to an unbearable extreme). Unfortunately, Jillian was my least favorite. Although I was impressed with some of her designs, it was not on the same level I was with Rami and then Christian. Christian did surprise me at the end by pulled a Ricky before he was announced the winner. He started to tear up. Then he balled when they announced him as the winner. Oh just a couple of “Crying Shames“.
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