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Sunday, May 9, 2010

Miss Goody Two Shoe Exposed!

Once there was a fashionista who lives in a Prada shoe.
She got so many shoes that she don't know what to do.
She got Jimmy Choo, Dior , Louboutin and
many other designer footwear.
She was famous for being Miss Goody Two Shoe...




Shoe makes a man or in this case, the shoe makes a Lady.
It's tell us the complete profile of a person.
 It convey a story...
Well fashionista knows one can never have too many shoes!
It's a platform for a successful outfit.
If the shoe fits well, it'll take you places like you never been before.
You'll received compliments that will brighten up your day.
It's shows your creditability in managing your wardrobe.
Your ability in choosing that right pair of shoe from
the moment you set your pretty eyes on it until
the moment you swipe your card (or you paying cash).
The process of it will gives someone to wonder....
"Where did she get that shoe?"



Buying a good pair of shoe is vital.
It's suppose to provide you comfort beside being of course fashionable and trendy.
Personally for me, having going on with love hate relationship with shoes,
comfort top the priority.
Now I love shoes and have a dozens of it!
Second being style and color. If that particular style is hot and in trend for that season,
asked yourself if....


it's really suitable for you?
Is it your personal style?
Does it match your wardrobe?


We don't have to follow trends.
Fashionista are smart shoppers and knows her personal style.
Trends are there to guide us. Telling us what's the season hot colors, the cut and style.
For instant, the best example is Doc Martens.
Where Street girls match it with dresses and everything!
Not all everyone look good in it.
 As these boots scream attitude and funky.
You need some kind of charisma to be able to carry that boots.
I actually bought a pair of red Doc Martin because
 its so in trend.
Sadly after one wear, my feet was punished
with so much blister!
I had to endure wearing it and thank God for
the compliments I got or else I would have taken it off!
Still I love Doc Martens!




Someone asked me this question,
"Is branded shoes that important?
Why can't I buy ABC shoes, it's trendy and cheaper?"
So my replied to her was that it doesn't have to be branded.
Comfort is most important and buying a pair that last.
You can buy 10 pairs of ABC shoes just because it's cheap but
it won't last. In the long run you'll be spending more
on ABC shoes because it tears easily.
Compare to investing in one good
classic designer shoe, you save more!
To me Bags & Shoes are investment pieces!


 That pair of shoe must protect your
 feet beautifully inside and out.
But of course once you purchase
a pair of designer shoe you won't stop!
Because now you understand the feel
of its quality leather and workmanship.
The smoothness and comfort that
it provide becomes your bestfriend....

Thursday, January 21, 2010

TIPS ON HOW TO PROLONG YOUR DESIGNER LEATHER GOODS



Nicole Ricci with white Balenciaga

Have you ever had a mouldy leather designer bag after keeping it too long in the storage?
I bet at least you heard about it before...
Did you experience colour transfer form your denim to your favourite bag?
I know it really hurts when you experience this....

So.... here are some tips that you can help you to prolong your designers leather goods,
not only bags but even shoes and jackets!

When you purchase the goods, get to know what kind of leather that you are getting.
Most of us do ask about the material but knowing it deeper is a great knowledge.

There are a few kinds of leather / skins which are being used for a high end products.
Here are the beakdown of commonly used leather in the luxury industries:

1. CALF LEATHER
  • Rigid
  • Structured
  • Uneven grains (depends on the finishings)
  • Usually used to make wallets / tote bags
  • Very durable
2. LAMB SKIN
  • Soft
  • Usually dyed but has unfinished coating.
  • Smooth (Very fine grains)
  • Fluffy
  • Moderate scratches visibility

3. DEER SKIN
  • Light weight
  • Soft
  • Supple
  • Prone to scratches
  • Easily peeled due to abrasions
MAINTAINANCE:
  • NEVER LET WATER TOUCHES YOUR BAG! (Basic for all kinds of leather)
  • Use leather balm / moisturiser cream at least two months, once!
  • Apply a thin layer of balm on a soft, white cloth. Rub in circular motion till the balm / moisturiser is fully absorbed in the leather. By doing this, your are putting moisture to your leather goods. Leather are like human skin, we need to moisturise them. By not doing so, the bag WILL start to AGE! Thus this will cause cracks!
  • Air the bag in room tempreature. Just unzip / unbutton the bag for half an hour after you balm the bag for ventilation.
  • Keep the stuffings for the bags. This will maintain its shape.
  • Always use the provided cloth bags when storage.
  • DO NOT USE DEHUMIDIFIER. Eg "Thirsty Hippo" etc. in the bag storage area as this will somehow cause the leather to crack.
CROCS & PHYTHON

These are the most expensive leather that you could find in the high-ends. I would advise those whom actually own this material to send back to the boutique for professional advice.
DO NOT ATEMPT CLEANING IT ON YOUR OWN!!!!

COLOUR TRANSFER

Please note that there is no way that you could get the colour off the leather.
Even the professional cleaners will not be able to do the dry-clean to its peak condition.

The only way to prevent this, I advise is to avoid using light colour bags with dark denim.
It is alright to use denim with dark colour bags as the transfer will not be obvious to be noticed.
However there is no worries if you are wearing WHITE jeans!

So there you go, some tips on maintaining your leather goods.
Do keep in mind to seek professional advise from the boutique associates
when you are purchasing your DREAM BAG.
I am very certain they would share the knowledge with you....


Buying your DREAM BAG is an INVESTMENT.....
To MAINTAIN the bag is actually LOVING IT!



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