December 29, 2011

My Review on the Reebok Realflex

So I have told you all, I think, that I work out...I run, go on the elliptical, bike (and even participate in spin class), do step class, and even Zumba is something that's really becoming a friend of mine. BUT I am a heel girl and so I actually own only one pair of sneakers and if you ever see them, you would think a rabid dog found them on the street, thought it was a bunny, and chewed the living crap out of it. Ok, fine, that's a bit of an exaggeration, but just try and see where I'm coming from. Anyways, for Christmas, I decided to get a pair of new sneakers. My sister for her birthday last August received the new Reebok Realflex and she instantly fell in love with them therefore I decided to get some for my self. I got the green and pink ones against the gray background and I, too, fell head over heels in love with them.

Why you ask...I actually have 8 reasons, so brace yourself for this...

1. There are so many cool colors you can choose from. I love bright and bold colors (hence my choice of shoe) so whatever your personality or favorite color is, you will definitely find a shoe to your liking. And IF you don't happen to find an existing color you like, you can go onto Reebok.com and customize a pair of shoes for yourself...Can you say 'designer?'

2. There's no time period required for breaking them in. You know when you get a new shoe, you have to test drive them so when the real event you need to use them in comes, whether its a party or a marathon, you and your shoe are ready to work as one. Well these puppies feel so comfortable from the get-go that after purchasing them, you can literally head straight to wherever you need to use them for. They are that...

3. Comfortable...and light! It's like walking on a cushion for MILES! They do not weigh you down. Actually, it's like your not wearing shoes at all. They're pretty magical :)

4. Another thing I like about them that I actually haven't heard from many people is that I believe they massage the balls of your feet as you walk. If you've seen pictures of the Realflex, you see that you can almost fold them in half. I think when they flex the cushion under the balls of your feet press back at you which is so NICE! Again, the balls of my feet are so effed up due to my daily use of heels so this is truly a treat for me :D

5. It's also great for the overall foot. I'm not going to pretend like I know the science behind the shoe, because I don't, but I feel as if there is a shock absorbing quality to the shoe that is great. I run and it's no secret that the constant motion of running is harsh on your knees and ankles. So if you run frequently, the shoe absorbs the shock from your movement well and will keep you running longer!...Yay, say yes to a healthy heart :)

6. My feet are only a size 6 for women's shoes but for some odd reason, when I wear my Nike's they look like a size 10, so I look like a short clown with gigantic feet, which is just plain ugly. However, these shoes are not bulky and make my feet look itsy bitsy cute. That, my friends, is another point for the Realflex. This feature of the shoe make them more appropriate to pair with jeans without looking unproportional.

7. I had my AHA! moment with these shoes. I believe when you put anything on and have an intense reaction to whatever product it may be, nothing can ever top them. Trust me, this is fact. I learned this from watching countless hours of Say Yes to the Dress :P

8. They are fantatically priced. In other words, they are relatively cheap for such high quality shoes (I got mine for $70 just before Christmas)...need I say more?

All I have to say is thank you Reebok for giving me such a wonderful shoe. It's small and easy to lug around; it looks pretty cool and doesn't break the bank. All this equals LOVE :)

NAKEMIIN <3

What to Wear for Where You Are Going - A Guide to New Years Eve Fashion

As you all know, New Years Eve is coming up, and whether you're going to hit the clubs hosted by the Kardashians at the Las Vegas Strip or staying at home like me, you should ALWAYS dress fashion-forward. Here are some tips of how you should dress for where you are going. Courtesy to Betsey Johnson and Polyvore for all the outfits (I happen to love BJ because I think her clothes fit women like a glove; I have yet to feel not-womanly in her clothes).

So let's get started...

1) If you are going to head to a party or a club for New Years Eve, go with as much glitz and glamour as you can. I say dress up in cocktail dresses or long sleeved-mini dresses all decked out with sequences and any other plentiful sources of shine. Bright colors are great too if you are a bit afraid of harming yourself with sequences (I've actually cut the tip off my nose once with an embellishment; it was insane). Another criterion I would have for the dress I would pick out is that it should be skin tight (hubba hubba), so don't be afraid to show off your curves - God gave them to us for a reason you know! These are just some tips to follow as sparkle and shine is very trendy right now.

Here are some pictures to help you find what you need...

2) Heading to a dinner party with friends and/or family? Then dress up in a very 'casual-glam' manner. This means you should have an allure and sense of excitement, but still should fun and approachable. The outfit should be fun and flirty with maybe the choice of material being velvet?...Also, the finish of the dress should be matte, so pastel would work. Flower prints are totally appropriate too and maybe opt for a dress with short sleeves on top and a flowy skirt at the bottom...

3) Going to a Black Tie event? Then you MUST have a gown on. No, it's not mandatory, but if you want to be a part of the formality of the event, then a dress that goes all the way to the floor will be your best friend. Besides the length, everything else should be determined by your liking. Sequins?...no sequins? - up to you! Velvet or metallic...I prefer velvet. Also, something that's very trendy right now is lace. So have fun dressing up and enjoy taking some high-fashion photos.

The picture of Mila Kunis was something I found and I believe worth posting because it is a formal gown but it's also very 40s inspired, which is something very in-fashion right now

4) Just because you're going to stay in for New Years Eve doesn't mean you can't be fashionable. I prefer to pair skinny jeans or leggings (which have to have some kind of texture, shine, or different color) with a tunic or a blouse with a really cool graphic on it. This ensemble comes of very casual but still follows the rules of fashion. Here are some examples, and just to add a little something, I think that number 4 is the best and easiest way to dress, making it a clear winner!

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Now if you plan on changing your look from day to night, or you're just a cool kid and are heading off to numerous parties, don't forget to change your look so all of your pictures have different outfits :). You haveunlimited ways in which you could change your outfits - be it your jacket and hat, or by adding some leggings. For goodness sake, change your shoes: you can choose from boots and booties, heels and flats! Also, don't forget to fix up your make up. Here are some accessories you can add or take away from your ensemble to look totally fresh, new and still fashionable.

ZAIJIAN <3

December 28, 2011

Marc Jacobs...the next Creative Director of Dior?

In my senior year of high school, our teacher told us all to bring in some quotes that we love. Like I expected, all the girls brought in quotes about love and peace and flowers and the like. Most of the guys actually forgot about this assignment (including my now boyfriend :P) while I brought in a really weird one; by who you ask, by Marc Jacobs of course.

I really do love Marc Jacobs. Not only is he one of America's best designers, but he is just such a cool person. Once I read about his life in Harper's Bazaar, I had to know more about this immensely talented person...however, that shall be for a different blog entry.

As you all know, last year, John Galliano, creative director for Dior, was asked to leave by the company after a video went viral of him speaking very passionate anti-semitic slurs. After that, all hell broke lose...not really. It was actually quite calm as people from Dior continued to create fantastic clothes and runway shows. But I do bet you that behind the scenes it was utter chaos after months of trying to find a replacement.

Well since the rumor mill has been going berserk, I have been on the internet searching for who will his next replacement be, very vigorously too. I then found this great quote from Marc Jacobs, who was considered to be a great replacement for Galliano, of why he would NOT be taking the position at Dior and will be staying at Louis Vuitton.

"…Vuitton is probably thrilled that the Dior offer is off the table—for now. “I am at Vuitton, and I am very happy there,” says Jacobs. “I’ve been saying that for a long time. There have been on-and-off conversations about Dior. I don’t know; maybe someday in the future, maybe years from now, I may end up going someplace else, maybe Dior. But right now I am at Vuitton, and all that matters to me is that that’s where I am and I’m going to keep doing my thing.” He pauses for a moment and then, as if he can’t help himself, goes on: “The irony in all of this is that I don’t dream of doing anything else, or I didn’t. My greatest challenge is to do something better than we’ve done the season before. The idea of couture doesn’t hold that thing for me. It’s archaic—in my opinion. I mean, I am really interested in the craftsmanship behind couture. But I can explore all that in ready-to-wear. With couture, one dress each season is photographed by a couple of magazines; there’s no advertising; it reaches 20 customers. I don’t feel there is anything lacking in what we do. I get to work with these amazing craftsmen. Maybe not the same ateliers that would make a couture dress, but, again, we are not in a deficit for working with people who create beautiful things. I am not sure I ever looked at couture as this great opportunity.” With that, he lets out a big laugh, surprising even himself with his candor."

-Vogue

I love how he speaks, his honesty, and his inability to hold something in :) I am a fan of Marc Jacobs and still get giddy when I see his pieces walk down the runway. But actually, what I love most about him is the stuff that comes out of his mouth...and I think he's super sexy :P

In my opinion, he's an honest person and you can expect to find more quotes from this designer I truly do adore on my blog...but until the next time he says something uber cool...

NAGEMIST <3

It really is perfection:CHANEL PERFECTION LUMIÈRE LONG-WEAR FLAWLESS FLUID MAKEUP SPF 10

Again, I was at Macy's and looking for bronzers (I still haven't bought one so if anyone thinks they have a winner, please tell me), and one of the salesladies comes my way and her skin is absolutely freaking FLAWLESS. Really, in her world, blemishes may have NEVER existed. I asked her what she was wearing and she pointed to Chanel's new product. It is a foundation that comes in 20 colors called -

CHANEL PERFECTION LUMIÈRE LONG-WEAR FLAWLESS FLUID MAKEUP SPF 10

When she put it on my face, it felt velvety-smooth and really covered up everything without looking cakey. This, hands down, was love at first sight. I had never been so impressed by a foundation (since Bare Essentials came out years ago) but my only complaint would be that it costs a whopping $55...coupons anybody?

To repeat what I did for the Dior lipcolor, I will list what I (and other reviewers) have to say about this product:

It feels light and fresh. Also, it's soft and smells delicious
There are so many colors there's no way you can't find one for your skin tone
If you want to have smooth skin in photos and videos like the celebs, then use this! If you want to look like you have no makeup on in real life but want absolutely perfect skin, then use this!
You can build on it to get more coverage
It has a perfect matte finish, so say good bye to that awful shine on your T-zone
Long lasting (which is great for those like me who hate reapplying makeup...just once a day is enough for me) especially if you use loose powder to top it off :)

So, truth be told, I acted like a fool who could afford it while at Las Vegas, but I just couldn't get over the price so on that day, no purchase was made by me. But when Christmas came, you can say I was more than thrilled when I received this in Beige 060...now, if only it could last until next Christmas...

AL WADA <3

The new and in-season DIOR LIPCOLOR 976

I was shopping at Macy's for Christmas and I happened to stumble upon the Dior cosmetics area and a lovely saleswoman saw me glancing at the lipsticks. I have pretty big lips and they are undoubtedly my most favorite part of my face. They are more versatile than my eyes (which are pretty lame) and can take on practically any color.

She then offered to show me this plum color (976) and I must say, I love this color. It was very unique: it was mainly plum with a shimmer and a golden undertone. She put it on me and my lips shined out of my face, yet it did not overwhelm the entirety of my look. It truly is a beautiful color that would work on, I believe, any skin tone. One thing that I do have to mention is that the gold undertone does bring out the yellow of your teeth. But it really is something a person could splurge on because it is B-E-A-UTIFUL.

Some feedback from me (and other users):

It's a color made for movie actresses; its for the big screen
It's feminine and glamorous to the point of haute-couture
Smooth and easy to apply
Quite seductive with its ever-intense color
It's long wearing, so it will give your lips that coveted radiant shine for hours and hours
Hydrating and creamy
After one blot on a tissue paper, it will never again sit in the lines of your lips

So that's the new color...beautiful, agree?

Until my next make-up review (actually coming next)...

HWYL FAWR <3

Fashion Trends - Winter/Autumn 2011-2012

Oh Em Gee...so I'm a writing fashionista and I don't even have an entry about the latest fashion trends...well, now I will! After scouring Vogue for the latest trends, I have amassed a good list of trends to show you here and now. I don't want to talk too much about the trends, instead, enjoy the pictures and let's let the fashion do the talking.

Razzle Dazzle Sparkle N' Shine