In Which I Use Christmas Money.

I am a huge fan of the brightly coloured tennis shoes available in Europe. I curse the fact that most US stores have boring sneakers. in black, white, or blue. We miss out on so many interesting colour combos living here in the States.

Then I saw these at the Puma website and fell in love:

Above: Cabana Racer II Women's Running Shoes

So, that is where my Christmas cash is going...to the purchase of these shoes. I cannot wait to get them and wear them. So excited!

Sometimes...I Just Need To Splurge.

I was wandering the Internet and came across this ring:

Above: Royal Wreath Ring by Francesca's Collections.

It is just so gorgeous and looks really impressive on the hand:

Since it was only $12.00 (US) I decided to splurge and buy it. I know, I should not have and it is the last thing I buy for a while. I need to save for my move after the New Year so, no more fun buys for me.

The ring also comes in goldtone:

So, if the ring catches your eye and you were not into the silvertone version....there is goldtone for you.

Just had to share.

Post In Which I Love On Peep-Toe/Sci Fi Boots.

I know, a lot of you detest peep-toe booties. You claim boots are not suppose to show off your toes and it makes them "useless" as boots. You hate and spit venom in their general direction. Fine and dandy.

Me? I LOVE them.

They have that sci-fi, "the world has come to an end and I am a survivor", I will kick your ass with my ninja moves, lock and load your gun, look to them. Like something out of Road Warrior, Blade Runner, or Resident Evil , worlds in celluloid where a woman makes do with what she has whilst battling off mental, evil,  people or zombies trying to kill her.

I love the clothing looks from films because the costume designers can get creative and when that happens, it catches my eye.

How can a girl into edgy shoes not love these?

Above: Sandra Open Toe Wedge Booties by Pour la Victoire

The weathered-looking brown leather, the strap criss cross, the side zip, the open toe and heel, and the wedge all make me smile at the booties. I would wear them in a heartbeat because they are unique looking and look sturdy for walking in.

Or these, How can you hate these?

Above: Plenty 01 Chestnut Peep Toe Belt Wrapped Bootie by Anne Michelle

They have a heel and a wrapped buckle. That is all I need to make me seriously want them. The colour is perfect as well. Heck they are even affordable at $38.50!

I will also be the first line for these beauties:

Above: Black Cinch Tall Boots by Jeffrey Campbell

They are not peep-toe but, scream sci fi/martial arts/vampire movie a la Underworld. Yes please!

So hate the look to these boots all you want. I will be the small, but growing, group of people who embrace these styles and stick my tongue out at you all.

I just be over there...drooling.

Dear Santa,

Wanted From Santa For Christmas: Serious boyfriend who is intelligent, funny, caring, compassionate, supportive, attractive, and well-read.

Must dig: movies, books, travel, art, music, good food, cultural events, and good conversation.

Must like wearing clothing like this:

Above: Red/Black Hunting Check Jacket by Woolrich John Rich & Bros.

I mean look at this jacket!

It would look smashing and a bit Alexander McQueen-esque! I would so love to see  a guy wearing this and not have the guy go "No thanks!" on my suggesting a look like this for him when we go out.

Look at the back:

It's just a stunning jacket!

So, Santa, I know you are out there listening some where. Please take note of my request and see if you cannot stir up a guy for me who WOULD be caught dead in this type of jacket my way.

Thanx.

What Shoes Would You Pair With This Gown?

Remember this gown:

Above: Silk-Blend Plunge-Front Dress by Alexander McQueen

It looks like this from behind:

Let's say, you were going to wear it to a formal event. Ignore the fact that the plunge may put you off wearing the dress because you are not that daring. That is besides the point.

The point I am making?

What shoes would you pair with this dress?

I love the dress and it got me thinking about this very thing since the colour of the dress is so intense and not the usual formal occasion colour. I know it needs heels (possibly platform heels to make sure the dress hangs right) but, am not sure what heels to pair with it. Something unique or strappy? Silver, gold, black, or another colour?

What shoes would you pair/wear with this dress?

Things I Love Round-Up.

Just a quick post sharing things I have found online and love in the past two weeks.

Above: Ariana Striped Jersey Dress by Vivienne Westwood Anglomania

Above: Silk-blend Plunge-front Dress by Alexander McQueen

Above: Prussian Blue Leather 'Jackie' Shoulder Bag by Hype

Above: Gunmetal Leather 'Sage' Platform Sandals by KORS Michael Kors

Above: Le Poisson Leggings at Lulus.com

Above: Pyramid Double Knuckle Ring by Noir Jewelry

Above: Grey Leather 'Ciceletta' Motorcycle Jacket by For Joseph

Above: Yaritza Platform Wedge Sandals by Pelle Moda

Life just got uber complicated this week with another family member's job lose. I am going to have to speed up my move now. So, I will still be scare here for a while.

And time for PJ Harvey and Thom Yorke to play this blog post out:

A Short, Quiet, Blog, Interlude.

I am going to be a bit quiet here for a while. I have real life things just filling up my time plus I am focusing on two different creative projects. I will be spurrodically blogging now and again because of this but, not everyday. I am hoping things will calm down shortly and fashion will inspire me to blog here more often.

I have a post in the works about who my favorite desigenrs are and why I don't talk about high fashion that much in this blog. That is in the works at the moment.

Okay, off to get some things done today.