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Ankle straps are a highlighted feature for 2009. I’m not talking about minuscule barely noticeable ankle straps that were made to secure the shoe to your foot, were talking featured straps that are the main attraction of the shoe.. The shoes were made for the straps, not the other way around.

Steven - Bianna in Brown Leather

Boring flats.. not these fancy Bianna sandals by Steven. These flat sandals features cracked leather, multi ankle straps with very detailed ornate beading and flexible rubber soles. You’ll get the perfect boheme look this summer with Steven footwear, Bianna.

            Guess -Digitally                                 Digital by Guess in Cranberry

Digitally by Guess stages this fierce design with pony hair over lay and black stripes on white. This has elasticized strap at the ankle and a single band at the vamp. The heels are 4 inch covered stiletto heel and are ultra sexy. If a solid color is preferred in the same design, Digital, also by Guess shoes come in Cranberry and Black. You get the same fabulously chic design in Patent colors.

Windrider By Hale Bob in Gold Metallic Leather

Windrider by Hale Bob puts a spotlight on a stone embellished buckle. 4 inch heels and leather uppers spikes you outfit with a dose of feminine style. These Hale Bob t strap sandals are available in Gold Metallic Leather and Black Metallic Leather

Steve Madden - Lollaa in Black Patent

All 5 inches of the heels and curvaceous cutouts all through out make these Steve Madden LOLLA sandals dangerously stylish. Available in Black Pantent and Blush, Steve Madden’s ankle straps are to die for.

Jessica Simpson - Hesse  in Dark Chocolate Leather

Jessica Simpson’s double adjustable ankle strap sandals in Dark Chocolate leather is another shoe to talk about. 4 and 1/4 inch stiletto heels and gold ornamentation is what Hesse by Jessica Simpson is all about.

Jenicca by Nine West

Nine West can’t be left out. Jenicca by Nine West shows off triangular cutouts at the sides and adjustable ankle straps. 3 and 1/2 stiletto heels lets you buckle up in these fun colored Nine West shoes. This style is available in Navy Multi Synthetic, Bronze Multi Synthetic, Dark Yellow Multi Leather, Light Pink Multi Synthetic, White Synthetic, Black Synthetic and Black Leather.

Xchange by Maz Studio

Xchange by Max Studio features crisscross strap at vamp and crisscross adjustable ankle strap with functional bucles. This shoe comes in Black Nappa and Tobacco Baby Calf in a 3 1/2 inch stacked heel

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Exotic Detail On Your Footwear
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Slither Into the Reptile Patterned Shoe Trend
Lace-Up/Wrap Up Shoes

Ballerina ties and crisscross laces that add interesting derails to your ordinary flats and heels are this spring and summer’s most wear-able.

Ugg Amelie -Laced Up Sandals

Get nice lightweight like these Amelie sandals by Ugg wing wrap-around ankle strap and you’ll be set to spring and summer. These Ugg sandals have a 2 and 3/4 inch wedge heel wrapped in suede with rope trimmings.

Nine West Sorcerer Lace Up Sandals in Medium Brown

The gladiator-inspired lace up Nine West flats, Sorcerer are also a great choice for the warm weather seasons. This utilizes leather material in thong construction and 1 inch stacked wedge heel.

daniblack  Topper - Lace-Ups Cut Outs

For a more formal approach the daniblack pumps, Topper, show off very appealing cut out detailing, lace up decor and 3 1/2 inch heel. The daniblack shoes are available in suede or black lizard print, so with the lizard print you actually get two trends in one.

Franco Sarto  Deer -LaceUps in Chestnut Petrol

If your a minimalist or are a fan of the androgynous fashion, this stylish oxford Franco Sarto shoe, Deer, might just be your cup of tea. The Franco Sarto lace up shoe is available in Black, cafe, and Grey patent and in Black and Chestnut Petrol. The sleek silhouette of this Franco Sarto footwear also feature wing tip and perforated accents in a 3 inch heel.

Pour La Victoire Eden In Nude Nubuck

Very intricate laser cut detail impresses this Pour La Victoire creation. Eden is a very feminine lace up shoe in nubuck leather available in black and nude. The 4 inch heel Pour La Victoire pump are very eye catching and  dainty.

BCBG Max Azria  Gianni Lace ups

This BCBG Max Azria shoe is also a looker with it’s almost glazed unique color. With a towering 5 inch heel and 1/2 inch cork platform, Gianni by BCBG Max Azria certainly makes an impression. The sexy lace up front ins complimented by the weaving strap design that this BCBG Max Azria footwear stages.

Jenn

Another trend right shoe by BCBG Max Azria is Jenn, a 3 inch chuncky stacked heel shoe. BCBG Max Azria foot wear is uses leather material with lace-up front derail and elastic panels of easy slip on. I live the creative use of color in this shoe, very hip.

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Fringe Adorned Shoes
Exotic Detail On Your Footwear
Studded Shoes and Chains Galore
Slither Into the Reptile Patterned Shoe Trend
Ankle Straps -Featured Features In Shoes

Quality reptile leathers are also becoming big when speaking of shoe trend for the coming season.

BCBG Max Azria Nate 2 in Roccia/Grey

Nate 2 by BCBG Max Azria shows off a very curvaceous and attractive collar, the peep toe design flatters the feature even more. These reptilian patterned leather come in a 3 1/2 inch stacked heel

Barb By Nine West

The Nine West variation of reptile patterned leather, Barb, is a simple pump in 3 1/4 inch heel. The sleek lines and artful use of color just makes it that much more desirable. This specific pattern is available in Blue synthetic, Brown Synthetic, Dark Natural Synthetic, Light Pink Synthetic, Medium Pink Synthetic,and Turquoise Synthetic

Nine West Nuncio in Green

Also by Nine West is the modest 2 1/2 inch heeled chic pointed to Nuncio pumps. These pumps are as comfortable as any pump can get. The subtlety of the design suits it for office and out and about wear. Nuncio by Nine West is available in Brown Croco, Brown Synthetic, Dark Blue Croco,Natural Synthetic, Pink Synthetic and Red Synthetic.

 Stuart Weitzman - Archie in Black/White Baby Serpet

Archie, the pretty sling back sandal by Stuart Weitzmanis made ultra comfortable with soft leather irboa print with a 1 inch heel. It has an adjustable buckle closure that make them the perfect alternative to wearing high heels.

 Calvin Klein - Mella in White/Black Snake Print

Calvin Klein won’t be left behind in this season’s latest. Get an update on you warm weather gears with Mella. The snake print thongs have an elasticized strap and a very workable 2 inch stacked wedge heel, this is also available in Aluminum Snake.

Be cool this spring and summer by fashioning your ensembles with  the reptile print footwear trend.

You might also enjoy:
Fringe Adorned Shoes
Exotic Detail On Your Footwear
Studded Shoes and Chains Galore
Lace-Up/Wrap Up Shoes
Ankle Straps -Featured Features In Shoes

These day the line between fetish shoes and every day fashion footwear have become very thin if not non existent all together. We have since found chains and studs incorporated into flats and heels alike creating edgy,sexy, and the most tempting look in it’s line.

Sacha by Poir La Victoire’s

These Poir La Victoire’s Sacha leather rebel looking boots are detailed with perforations and stud, double ankle strap closure, 3/4 inch platforms and a rockin’ 4 inch heel. Get bound with Sacha.

Lexxa Slip-On Peep Toes By Steve

Lexxa by Steven are suede peep-toe pumps with flirtatious silver studded straps. It’s Fifth Ave with a downtown chic appeal. Strut your stuff in these 4 1/2 inch heel with 1/2 inch hidden platform. These are also available is Grey Suede.

Sigerson Morrison - Sm9364 in Nero

Made in Italy, these 3 1/2 inch wedge heel Sigerson Morrison Sm9364 are wickedly provocative. These wedges feature racy studded strap that crisscross throughout the shoe and zippers at the heel. You’re sure to look exceedingly risque every come-hither step of the way. The shoes also come in the color Fango.

MAYANA BLACK PATENT by Steve Madden

The sassy MAYANA patent pumps by Steve Madden will make sure that you stand out. Who wouldn’t with a 4.5 inch heel and stud detailing on a sleek finish

MELLISA BLACK PATENT by Steve Madden

Also by Steve Madden is the MELLISA  sandals displays slinky studs in 1 inch platforms and 4.5 inch heels. Pair it up with a nice fitting black dress and no one will be able to help but think of the naughty girl. These are on a clearance sale at Steve Madden.com!

 Report Masonic2 - Studded Detailing

Masonic2 by Report is as seductive as any and more libidinous at that (lol)! These aren’t “naughty” sandals, these are bad ass ones. In a gladiator structure and studded details these ankle strap sandals feature 4 1/2 inch heels and 3/4 inch platforms. Also available in Black and White.

You might also enjoy:
Fringe Adorned Shoes
Exotic Detail On Your Footwear
Slither Into the Reptile Patterned Shoe Trend
Lace-Up/Wrap Up Shoes
Ankle Straps -Featured Features In Shoes

Exotic jewelry aren’t just for you hands and neck, they apparently go on your feet too. Flats are usually boring but with a little embellishment they can transform to captivating works of art.

Pelle Moda Mahala (Tan/Brown)

Mahala by Pelle Moda is ornamented with jewels and uses snake print leather material. The band on the heel strap is elastic for a secure fit and very low stacked heel. This is available n Tan/Brown and Black/White.

Blowfish Latin -Beaded Ankle Straps

Blowfish also has an exotic piece of their own, Latin is a flat sandal with very intricate beading details throughout. The sandals are fastened with adjustable ankle straps and buckles. Available in Mahogany Fauz Buff and Black Fauz Buffalo.

Cole Haan Aurelia Sandal Extc in Dark Lilac Crocodile

Here’s one to break the bank, Aurelia Sandal Extc fro the Cole Haan collection. Genuine crocodile and leather material and handcrafted in Italy.. sounds like quality to me. This is also available in Dusty Mint Crocodile and Natural Crocodile.

Sam Edelman’s Gisela Wooden Beaded Sandal

Gisela by Sam Edelman has incorporated  wood and bead into gladiator like structure. The reptile like leather material and wooden button like decor reeks of exotic slash ethnic.

Steve Madden PERSONA BLUE

 Steve Madden PERSONA PEWTER                  Steve Madden  PERSONA GOLD

Ofcourse Steve Madden has his own interpretation of the said trend. The elaborately beaded Persona sandals can carry any spring/summer outfit on it’s own.

You might also enjoy:
Fringe Adorned Shoes
Studded Shoes and Chains Galore
Slither Into the Reptile Patterned Shoe Trend
Lace-Up/Wrap Up Shoes
Ankle Straps -Featured Features In Shoes

Anything from flats to heels with a Western feel and are more open will be great for spring and summer. Fringe shoes in brown, tan, camel and black are this season’s lookers but your can always go the other way a go go for vibrant colors.   

Nine West Lustre Ballerinas

The Lustre vintage inspire flats in Dark Green Suede by Nine West are very comfortable slip-ons with fringing at the vamp. The very attractive stitching detail at the heel adds to it’s appeal. These casual flats are available in Light Brown Suede, Turquoise Suede, Yellow Suede, and Black Suede.

                             


HIPPSTER by Steve Madden                     DV by Dolce Vita -  Maraco
                      

HIPPSTER by Steve Madden in Mustard Suede has a great zing to it. These flats are gladiators with fringing detail incorporated into it and double adjustable buckles.These are also available in Black and Dark Brown Suede.  Maraco DV by Dolce Vita feature a taller gladiator structure with fringing detail. The adjustable ankle straps are fastened with buckles and are available in Natural Suede and Black suede

  
Report Willa, Perforate Booties

Willa by Report in Rust are playful flat booties with perforated detailing and fringing at the cuff. A zipper entry at the heel makes in easy pull on and take off. This is also available in Dark Brown

                     
Sergio Rossi Yvette in Cargo                Max Studio  Forest in Black Suede




The very attractive ankle cuff fringed detail on Yvette by Sergio Rossi will set you back several hundreds of dollars but these heels are truely georgeous. These sandals were made in Italy with luxe leather material with back zipper closure 3 1/4 inch heel…. lust. If these are too pricey , Forest by Max Studio features a similar design. Fringing detail is also at the ankles. The stacked tapered heels measure 4 inches.

You can visit zappos.com to view more fringe adorned footwear

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Exotic Detail On Your Footwear
Studded Shoes and Chains Galore
Slither Into the Reptile Patterned Shoe Trend
Lace-Up/Wrap Up Shoes
Ankle Straps -Featured Features In Shoes

After covering the fashion trends for 2009 I make my way into shoes. Don’t be misled, we all know that admiration for these seemingly harmless wardarobe accessories have been know to lead to an addiction. Some consider their shoe collection to be one of their most prized possesion, an astounding collection that includes several hundred pairs to a couple thousand. You can read about Hollywood’s most famous personalities who open their doors to reveal the skeletons in their closet… Shoes!

So which shoes will women be lusting for this year? It looks like intricacy and details make up the bulk of this shear’s shoe trend. Here is the list of formidable styles that will yet again spark the rage of a legal bank breaking addiction, the shoe fetish.

• Fringe adorned shoes
• Exotic detailed footwear
• Fetish shoes with studs and chains
• Reptailian leather
• Lace up shoes
• Out of this world, feature heels
• Ankle straps
• Gladiators (yes, their appeal has not worn out)

I was chatting online with an old friend of mine when she says, “Have you seen the new Viao lifestyle pc? I rarely fall in lust (and love) with gadgets and this really is a must have.”

As any intrigued human would.. I googled it and seconds later found myself drooling. OKthat’s too much of an exaggeration, I was actually ogling, it made me wish I can return the new laptop my dad just gave me so I can ask for a Viao P series instead. Just like my friend I too am not the type to trip over myself with excitement over the latest gadgets but ladies this is truly love at first sight.

The Sony Viao P series has been described as beautiful, sleek, elegant, and useful; there’s no convincing needed there. The ultra mini note book measures 9.65″(W) x 0.78″(H) x 4.72″(D) and weighs at an amazing 1.4 lbs with a standard battery.It features a 8.0″ Screen with 31600 x 768 Resolution, 60GB HDD available or up to 128GB SSD and 2GB DDR2 SDRAM.

Currently the Viao P series in only available for pre-order at sonystyle.com. I think it’s just perfect for women with it’s stylish aesthetic features and it’s as portable as notebooks can get. There’s still enough time left till Valentine’s day and there nothing like the Viao P series in red to say I love you.

Pretty shades of Ellana Mineral Blush

Mineral makeup was a big trend last 2008, with big name makeup companies like L’Oreal, Neutrogena and Revlon jumping on the bandwagon. The thing is they’re quite expensive and most of them contain ingredients that mineral makeup is NOT supposed to have. Checkout this brand for good quality mineral makeup: Ellana Minerals.

As far as I know, Ellana Minerals is the first and only local mineral makeup company in the Philippines. They have their own site (www.ellanaminerals.com) which features a very shopper-friendly layout, clear color presentations of products (always a good thing when shopping for makeup online), plus, a nifty tips and tricks section. They also send out free samples - no need to buy anything first.

Ellana Lipgloss

Their powder stuff comes in 6, 3, and 1 gram sizes, with the 1g sampler costing either P100 or P120. Shimmery lipgloss is P160. Brushes start at P200. For the quality, I’d say that their pricepoints are way beyond competitive.

I’ve tried Lumiere (made my skin itch) and Monave (good, but kinda pricey) before and I can say Ellana does not cause itchiness or other skin problems. I like that it has a wide range of tones and colors to choose from (particularly with eyeshadow - over 30 shades!).

Ellana Concealer, Foundation and Finishing Powder

So far, I’ve tested their foundation, concealer and finishing powder and give each one high scores. Check out my previous blog on customizing mineral makeup for more info. I can’t wait to try their blush - comes in 12 shades with sheer, satin, frost, and shimmery finishes. Give yourself a beauty treat, try out some mineral makeup today

Ellana Mineral Foundation (in chai tea latte), Concealer (in cheer), Myra E moisturizer, some eye shimmer and voila!

Ever plunked down hard-earned cash for foundation that caused breakouts or gave you that dreaded two-toned look? Here’s a great discovery: making your own makeup means you can blend shades to perfectly match your skin tone and set coverage level too.

I’m a mineral makeup convert - the benefits of which have been discussed at length all over the net, but if you guys wanna read more about healthy beauty, I recommend this site for their very informative articles. I hadn’t known how a lot of famous brands and conventional makeup is made with harmful ingredients - some are known neurotoxins, others carcinogenic. This made me more discerning about the stuff we put on our faces and how it can harm us in the long run.

Customized mineral foundation- slash- moisturizer

The bad thing about mineral makeup for me is that in powder form, it dried up my skin and emphasized fine lines. So I decided to mix my mineral makeup with moisturizer and it turned out really well! After a few trial runs, I’ve come upon my best formulation: Myra E facial moisturizer which is cheap but effective, and a combination of Ellana Mineral foundation and concealer powders (check out Ellana’s website for the first Pinoy-made mineral makeup brand and affordable at that!).

Cathy’s before and after pics - btw, I used mineral blush as lipgloss using colorless lipbalm dabbed with mineral blush powder

The great thing about customizing makeup this way is you can buy two or more shades to blend in order to perfectly match your skin tone and you can choose how much of the powder to mix in relation to the moisturizer base to get the coverage you need - the thicker and creamier it is, the heavier your coverage. And for a little shimmer, I added in a pinch of beige glimmer eyeshadow to my customized foundation - awesome, if I say so myself.

Now this is the best part, good foundation can cost an arm and a leg, mine cost me less than five hundred bucks and lasts for 2-3 months with daily use. Customized makeup is kewl!!!