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Where’s YOUR Miista?

I'll Tumble 4 Miista!

80s Record Party
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VAL GREEN
miista.com

SUE ROSE/AGATE
miista.com

SHONA ROSE GOLD
miista.com

 

 

As many of you already know by now, I’m a big fan of Miista shoes.  They have a great contest called WHERE’S YOUR MIISTA, and the winner receives free shoes.  You can enter as many times as you wish, just make sure you’re creative.  The competition is quite stiff out there, and there are SO many great pictures!  Here are my humble little additions, which prompted me to get some kind of 80’s music reference in there (yes, I had to include Depeche Mode, too).  That’s right, I’d tumble, somersault, cart-wheel and backflip for Miista!

Here’s how to enter:  WHERE’S YOUR MIISTA?

 
“To submit your entry: (1) open Instagram (2) search @miistashoes (3) follow @miistashoes (4) upload photo (5a) write awesome caption (5b) tag @miistashoes and #WHERESYOURMIISTA (6) get all your friends to like it, we could possibly be swayed by your popularity — but if you’re TOO popular we might think we need to give it to a needier, less loved follower, gotta find the sweet spot (7) wait patiently and pray every night to the patron saint of statement shoes (From Miista’s blog)”
(Contest ends May 31, 2013)

Mint Condition

Mint Condition
If you follow me on Pinterest, you’ll see that I’m very taken by the color mint. It’s so fresh and perfect for spring. I was inspired by the very cute shoes from ModCloth and Miista, then took to Polyvore to create a casual set and a dressy set. I envision wearing either style with a pair of black skinny jeans so that the mint just pops (click the picture above, or the links below for all the buying information).  I know it will seem like an unusal musical departure, but in the 90’s, I was very much into Hip Hop and R&B. I thought it was appropriate, given the title of this post, to include “Breakin’ My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes)” by Mint Condition (click the picture below for the video). Enjoy!

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 (Photo courtesy of Last.fm)

H m jacket
$48 – hm.com

Faux-fer flats
modcloth.com

Val Tex by Miista
solestruck.com

Envelope clutch
threadsence.com

Essie Mint Candy Apple
$16 – liberty.co.uk

Forever New Karmen biker
$105 – forevernew.com.au

Leave The BOY Alone!

Leave The BOY Alone
I know I haven’t posted any outfits in a while, so I’m using Polyvore to post something I would definitely wear.  I love BOY LONDON, and just purchased a sweatshirt from ASOS (pictured below).  This brand was iconic in the 80’s and has recently made a resurgence.  I’m not sure why I didn’t buy any BOY LONDON while I was in London this summer, but I’m making up for it now.  Don’t be surprised to see me rocking something similar to this outfit on the blog very soon!
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Forever 21 leather jacket
forever21.com (I own a very similar jacket, pictured here.)

Tartan skinny jeans
nastygal.com (I bought a similar pair on Loehmann’s for only $17!)

Miista
solestruck.com (I actually bought these from Envishoes.)

designhype London Tube Cuff
youngrepublic.com (I have this, and it is amazing!)

Swear rings
wendybrandes.com (I rock these all the time!)

Catarzi brimmed hat
asos.com (I bought one from H&M for only $12.95.)

Studded belt
topshop.com

La Marquise Glasses
bonlook.com (Just bought this pair & can’t wait to wear them!)

99% Is- Leather Choker
openingceremony.us

OPI beauty product
$18 – ry.com.au (My favorite color, Private Jet)

Question/Exclamation Mixed Stud Earrings – Silver – Wendy Brandes
wendybrandes.com (I will be getting these soon!)

Classic/Copy: Dr. Martens

Classic/Copy

I bought my first Dr. Martens in the early 90’s, when I had a decent paying job and I could afford a pair.  Although I wanted boots, I needed durable shoes for work.  I bought a pair similar to these 1461’s because I worked in construction management at the time, and just needed shoes that I could wear with khaki’s and shorts (our uniform in the field).

Now that I’m headed back to England this summer, I want a pair so badly from The British Boot Company in Camden Town.  I’ve been looking at the originals, but I love the twists on the classics, like the Triumph 1914 pair pictured above.  Although tempted, I vow not to buy a pair until I have the chance to get to the UK.  So in the meantime, I bought a pair by Nature Breeze that will satisfy the rugged look of Dr. Martens that I want (for less) until my travels this summer.  Have a great weekend!

 
 

Dr. Martens Triumph 1914
$150 – dmusastore.com

Nature Breeze Lug-12
$45 – shiekhshoes.com

Cupid, You Are Love

You Are Love

With Valentine’s day arriving tomorrow, I was inspired by Rebecca Minkoff’s Cupid satchel (and my new Matiko shoes) to put together a little something for the occasion.  I found this great template on Polyvore called “You Are Love”, which I thought was perfect for a modern, yet romantic theme.  Happy Valentine’s Day!

 

You Are Love by sighgee featuring gold diamond rings

Crazy for the Kimono

My favorite kimono-style cardigans and tops are featured in the March 2012 issue of People StyleWatch as a “Celeb Trend”!  They love the look for the same reasons that I do: delicate prints, the silky feel and ease of wear.  I’m going to have to take advantage of the new bright colors and prints for spring.  What style has you excited this coming season?
Crazy for the Kimono
 
From the posts:

New Shoe Round Up

New Shoe Round Up
This is just a quick tally of my recent shoe finds.  Although the prices reflected are current, I included the prices I actually paid for these great shoes.   Remember:  be prepared to hunt and try your best to avoid settling for full price.  Have a great weekend!

Laird by Vince Camuto
$125 – bloomingdales.com (Final price: $108)

Bongo by Axxiom
$142 – musthaveshoes.com (Final price: $55)

Pozina Boot by Guess 
$189 – endless.com (Final price from Guess: $99)

Holiday Gifts for $100 or Less

Holiday Gifts for under $100
Contrary to popular belief, I do not shop that often.  Well, I actually do, but I definitely do not spend as much money on my favorites as people think that I do.  My latest acquisitions have been under the $100 mark, including the most recent pairs of boots that I bought.  Here are items from my favorite brands and sites, with choices for right around $100.  I think these would make great gifts for your favorite fashionista this holiday, and it won’t hurt your pocket!

London Calling by Poetic Licence
$98 – musthaveshoes.com

Toki Tote
$98 – rebeccaminkoff.com

Asterisk Ring
$95 – wendybrandes.com (seen here)

Exclamation Point Ring
$55 – wendybrandes.com (going to be my next purchase!)

Albertus Swanepoel for Target® Browning Hat
$20 – target.com (similar hat seen here)

Retro Style Sunglasses
$34.90 – mango.com (seen here)

Set Of 3 Deborah Lippmann Nail Polishes
$48 – juicycouture.com

Champagne Lipgloss & Nail Polish
$48 – juicycouture.com

Must Have Shoes Club
$20 – (I joined this!) Members save 20% off of every Must Have Shoes purchase; receive exclusive discounts from the e-newsletter; are eligible for their “Oops Discount” (if they are unable to fill your order, they give you the value of your order towards free shoes); receive a 30% discount code towards your entire order on your birthday

Leopard Print iPhone Case
$38 – rebeccaminkoff.com

Quilted Messenger Bag
$60 – mango.com

Star Belt
$105 – alicebytemperley.com

Star Bracelet
$35 – alicebytemperley.com

My Fashionable Heritage

The Glamourai + Josie Natori Dress

I was reading a new favorite blog, The Glamourai by Kelly Framel (yes, I am a little late to this scene).  Her style is undeniably artistic and completely appeals to the visual artist in me.  She has elegance, flair and drama, but always with a sense of fun.  She recently designed a dress with Josie Natori that she wore for the launch of her limited edition Coach purse (those who also launched purses that day were Emily, author of Cupcakes and Cashmere; Karla, author of Karla’s Closet; and Krystal, author of What is Reality Anyway?).  I was instantly in awe and the dress is amazing.  The dress was later auctioned on ebay and the proceeds went to Women in Need, a charity for disadvantaged women (Josie Natori is on the board).  The dress sold for $710!

I remember when I first heard of Josie Natori.  I was shopping in Nordstrom looking around for lingerie and left with something from Josie Natori that was perfect.  I later found out that she is an award-winning Filipina designer and that she has a whole line, including Ready To Wear.  Being a very fashion conscious Filipina myself, that got me thinking:  are there other Filipino designers out there?   This is just a short list of what I found (with the help of my mom!):
 
Rafe New York – Internationally known handbag designer.  I have one of his bags and featured one of his purses in my “Clutch Performance” entry.
  
Monique Lhuillier – Designer of bridal wear, but has expanded to ready wear.  Her designs can be seen in bridal and fashion magazines as well as on celebrities on the red carpet.  
 
Bench – Casual wear and underwear, plus fragrances and bath and body.
 
Jose “Pitoy” Moreno – My mom said, “You have to include Pitoy Moreno!”  Known as the “Fashion Czar of the Philippines”, his designs have been seen on the runway as well as dignitaries and celebrities all over the world.  He is considered a national treasure for his years of artistry.
I’m on the hunt for more, so stay tuned for more designers of my native homeland!

Rainbow Tights

I was talking to a friend and fellow blogger at work (she’s linked on my blogroll under FishouttaH2O Photography), and she asked me where she can get a good pair of textured tights that are not just black.

That got me thinking…so, here are a few good places that I’ve found to prepare for the fall and winter seasons in tights that are not just your basic black:

Hue.com – One of the first names that come to mind when I think of hosiery.

Target – I always head to Target first to their hosiery and socks department for great prices and decent selection.

American Apparel – Great selection of colors in their opaque tights.

Kohls – I love the Simply Vera Wang indigo tights I bought there.  Such a subtle contrast with an all black outfit.

ASOS – They usually have a great selection of tights, but I don’t see them right now.  Check the sale selection.  I bought a great pair of burgundy tights there for only $3 (US).

Topshop – The selection at the stores is even better, but you’ll still get a great selection online.  Check out the Henry Holland House Tights!

New Look – I regret not buying every color of the tights I saw on sale when I was last in London.

DSW – They don’t have a great selection online.  But when you’re in line getting ready to check out at an actual store location, you can grab a great pair at the last-minute at racks near the registers (I included the link in case your fancy turns to shoes, like mine just did).

Navy Exchange – You have to be in the military or be related to someone in the military to shop at a store or log onto the site.  But if you get the chance to, it’s worth it.  The one that we shop at has an entire wall of hosiery.

Lori’s Shoes – Just bought my clogs there!  Great selection of shoes and hosiery, plus great customer service.