Just got news that there new shoes available at Louis Vuitton from the upcoming spring/summer 2015. The kind SA whatsapp some picts. Looks interesting, especially the ones with the sequins and denim.
Wednesday 31 December 2014
Goodbye 2014. Hello 2015
I would like to take this opportunity to wish one and all, "Happy New Year! All the best in 2015.
Monday 22 December 2014
New Louis Vuitton Twist Epi & and Mask series handbags..
I saw these beauties at the local Louis Vuitton boutique recently. I love the shiny Epi bags. Clever.. but not so much, the mask series.
Twist Epi
The Twist Epi bags are available in 3 colors, black, silver and gold. Very Shiny, Perfect for parties.
What makes this range of bags delightful is the Twist lock mechanism. When the bag is in the locked position, the lock forms the word LV. When it is in the unlocked position, (twisting the L), the locking mechanism looks like a V, which is the current rage symbol with the new desginer. U see "V" everywhere! That, is another story!
The Twist Epi bags are retailing at SGD$4450
Mask series
Now here is something interesting. Take monogram canvas, add bits of leather here and there to make it look like the bag has a mask on it. Charge a lot more than similar bags without the bits of leather, and that, in summary, is the Mask range of bags and SLGs.
The Tribal Mask Chain wallet is retailing for SGD$2610 and the Tribal Mask Card holder is retailing for SGD$620
The Mask Key pouch is retailing for SGD$900
I fell for one of the items from the Mask collection. It is the luggage tag. I just had to have it, no matter how much it cost, and it cost a lot.. A lot more than any LV luggage tag. SGD$505 to be exact. It is just so cute! OMG...
This luggage tag is expensive (if U look at it as just a luggage tag), but if U look at it as a bag charm, then the price is justifiable.. don't U think?
I know just the bag for the tag and it is not available yet. It is the V tote from the LV Men's 2015 show bag.. It will be a long 3 months wait.
Twist Epi
The Twist Epi bags are available in 3 colors, black, silver and gold. Very Shiny, Perfect for parties.
What makes this range of bags delightful is the Twist lock mechanism. When the bag is in the locked position, the lock forms the word LV. When it is in the unlocked position, (twisting the L), the locking mechanism looks like a V, which is the current rage symbol with the new desginer. U see "V" everywhere! That, is another story!
The Twist Epi bags are retailing at SGD$4450
Mask series
Now here is something interesting. Take monogram canvas, add bits of leather here and there to make it look like the bag has a mask on it. Charge a lot more than similar bags without the bits of leather, and that, in summary, is the Mask range of bags and SLGs.
The Pochette Mask Chain are retailing for SGD $4600 PM, SGD$5150 GM.
The Tribal Mask Chain wallet is retailing for SGD$2610 and the Tribal Mask Card holder is retailing for SGD$620
The Mask Key pouch is retailing for SGD$900
I fell for one of the items from the Mask collection. It is the luggage tag. I just had to have it, no matter how much it cost, and it cost a lot.. A lot more than any LV luggage tag. SGD$505 to be exact. It is just so cute! OMG...
This luggage tag is expensive (if U look at it as just a luggage tag), but if U look at it as a bag charm, then the price is justifiable.. don't U think?
I know just the bag for the tag and it is not available yet. It is the V tote from the LV Men's 2015 show bag.. It will be a long 3 months wait.
Friday 12 December 2014
Clarisonic Aria portable ultrasonic face cleanser brush. Perfect for frequent travellers.
I have 2 Clarisonic devices in my possession. A Clarisonic Plus, for use at home and an Opal, for my wrinkly eyes. Now, the Aria makes three.. But, I getting ahead of myself... let me start from the beginning.
I was lazy guy when it comes down to cleaning my face. For me, all it takes to clean my face is with soap (any kind of body soap that is within reach) and water. Simple and fuss-free. On one of my holiday travels to the USA, my colleague asked me to get something for her from Amazon.com. It was a Clarisonic deep cleansing brush. I was like, "what is this brush? How do U clean your face with it?". It was then that my colleague introduced me to Clarisonic. It seems like a good idea. Fast moving brush to lift off dirt, much like the brushes one sees at a car wash. But it was too expensive. There must be a cheaper alternative. I was not going to spend money on a "beauty" device. Lol. I got myself an Olay Pro-X cleansing system. It works, but I wanted something better, something that can be used for the face, as well as for my back. Ah, the Clarisonic Plus is ideal as there is an option for an extension handle, perfect for my scaly back. So I got me a Clarisonic Plus. And the rest is history.
The Opal comes next. I needed something for the crow's feet around the eye area. So, on my last trip to USA, I got me an Opal. It works. Now my eyes are a little bit smoother, less of a crow. I like both of my gadgets.
I do quite a fair bit of overseas travel. The Plus to me is just too big for my toiletries bag and quite cumbersome as the charger is large and not portable. A new brush is needed. But, what to get? A Mia (cheapest and smallest)? Mia 2 or the Aria?
Mia and Mia 2 is out. Both vibrate at lower ultrasonic speeds that is not so suitable for thicker, coarser men's skin (as mentioned the the lovely sales person at the counter) My ideal choice would be the Aria. Why? It is a 3 speed brush, the same as the one I was used to with the Plus.
I got myself a masculine, discreet black Aria. LOL!!!!
The Aria uses inductive charging technology via its plink cable.
The cable is USB on one end and the magnetic charging head on the other. This makes it easy for me to bring it around during my travels. I can just plug the USB cable to any of my iPad or iPhone USB adapters. I do not even have to carry the cumbersome stand or USB plug around. Small and light. Just the way I like it.
I was lazy guy when it comes down to cleaning my face. For me, all it takes to clean my face is with soap (any kind of body soap that is within reach) and water. Simple and fuss-free. On one of my holiday travels to the USA, my colleague asked me to get something for her from Amazon.com. It was a Clarisonic deep cleansing brush. I was like, "what is this brush? How do U clean your face with it?". It was then that my colleague introduced me to Clarisonic. It seems like a good idea. Fast moving brush to lift off dirt, much like the brushes one sees at a car wash. But it was too expensive. There must be a cheaper alternative. I was not going to spend money on a "beauty" device. Lol. I got myself an Olay Pro-X cleansing system. It works, but I wanted something better, something that can be used for the face, as well as for my back. Ah, the Clarisonic Plus is ideal as there is an option for an extension handle, perfect for my scaly back. So I got me a Clarisonic Plus. And the rest is history.
The Opal comes next. I needed something for the crow's feet around the eye area. So, on my last trip to USA, I got me an Opal. It works. Now my eyes are a little bit smoother, less of a crow. I like both of my gadgets.
I do quite a fair bit of overseas travel. The Plus to me is just too big for my toiletries bag and quite cumbersome as the charger is large and not portable. A new brush is needed. But, what to get? A Mia (cheapest and smallest)? Mia 2 or the Aria?
Mia and Mia 2 is out. Both vibrate at lower ultrasonic speeds that is not so suitable for thicker, coarser men's skin (as mentioned the the lovely sales person at the counter) My ideal choice would be the Aria. Why? It is a 3 speed brush, the same as the one I was used to with the Plus.
The Aria uses inductive charging technology via its plink cable.
The cable is USB on one end and the magnetic charging head on the other. This makes it easy for me to bring it around during my travels. I can just plug the USB cable to any of my iPad or iPhone USB adapters. I do not even have to carry the cumbersome stand or USB plug around. Small and light. Just the way I like it.
Alternatively, if one is not using it for travel, the plink cable can be attached to the stand and be used as a charging station. How neat is that.
For me, as I will be using the Aria for my travels, I will not be using the stand, just the magnetic charging head.
I am so glad that I got myself the Aria. My skin takes a beating whenever I am away from home. Breakouts and pimples always accompany me on my travels. But now, hopefully, not anymore. My cleansing routine will not be interrupted no matter where I am in the world. And that, makes a world of difference to me.
Saturday 15 November 2014
Louis Vuitton Celebrating Monogram range
I had a chance to view the bags from the Louis Vuitton Celebrating Monogram range. I must say, the bags are interesting. Some are also downright scary. Lol
All the bags comes with a special dust bag with the celebrity's initials and a monogram name tag.
Rei Kawakubo
First on the chopping block. Rei Kawakubo's bag.
I am like, what???!!!!!!! What is this? A bag.. with giant holes? who in the right mind would buy a bag that will probably spill out its contents in like seconds. However, I was informed that the bag comes with a drawstring pouch to ensure that its contents will not spill out.
I guess that much is true, but why would someone design something with giant holes. However, I was told that the design of the bag is so her.. She did something similar before in her designs... Personally, I would not buy a bag with giant holes, though the perforated bag I own from Louis Vuitton is nice.
Christian Louboutin
I just love this handbag. The red wax detailing, the red pony hair leather at the back and the studs.. Simply stunning.
Frank Gehry
This is an interesting trunk/handbag. Petit, but hard. I love the curves.. Also, currently, the Louis Vuitton boutiques I visited had window displays that feature a collaboration with Frank Gehry. I find the displays interesting.. Nice sails.. And, on a recent trip to Chicago, I saw something similar, an outdoor auditorium, and it reminded me of Louis Vuitton and Frank Gehry.. True enough, the building was designed by him. Funny how something so trivial as a window display leads me to read up of architecture and buildings and the recognition of the designer. Lol. My friend was impressed by my knowledge on buildings.. little did he know..
Marc Newson
Oh these are cute bagpacks. So hug-gable and cuddly. These bagpacks are not only cute, but are functional as well.
There are compartments for laptop, pens, knickknacks. Can be accessed in a variety of ways, even from the back.
There is an opening (where the straps are) where once can access the pens and stuff in the backpack. How convenient.
There is also a hidden handle at the top... Look closely and U can see the outline of the handle.
Cindy Sherman
I find the camera messenger bag designed by Cindy Sherman to be a dissapointment.
The handbag is cute. I just love the soft leather shoulder strap, the nice cute little poster and the tie strings. I am however very disappointment at the finishing of the bag. It looks raw and unfinished. Maybe that is the intention of the designer, but I think it looks really bad. What do I mean by unfinished. Here is proof.
See the leather handle bits sewed onto the strap. Also, once can also see the stitching where the stickers are sewed onto the bag. Also, the joints and bits of overlapped canvas can also be seen. I find that disturbing. Most luxury bags have nice lining hiding all the sewing and joints, etc.. This bag just looks bad internally. Maybe that is the intention of the designer. But, I think it is just lazy.
Karl Lagerfeld
Punching bags handbags
These are cute handbags....
The attention to detail is amazing.
Internally, at the base, there is a hidden pocket with zip. I was told that the pocket is a good and safe place to hold money. Ah.... Why would someone want to hide money when a thief could just steal the whole handbag. lol
Personally, I find this handbag a bit hard to handle, especially the largest one. Try if for yourself, if U are at the boutique.
Boxing gloves
Oh, these are lovely gloves.
Maybe I should use these for my boxing exercise. Lol.. and it comes with a matching mat. Also, there is card with a QR code that comes with the bag that leads U to a website that teaches U boxing exercise in conjunction with the gloves and the matching mat. How convenient.
The gloves and mat is stored inside a matching bag that can be used on its own. I am not sure on what occasion I would use the bag, but, I guess, if there is a bag, there is a use for it.
I still cannot make up my mind on what to get for myself, however, if I were to get anything from this range, I will post an update. Stay tuned.
Rei Kawakubo
First on the chopping block. Rei Kawakubo's bag.
I am like, what???!!!!!!! What is this? A bag.. with giant holes? who in the right mind would buy a bag that will probably spill out its contents in like seconds. However, I was informed that the bag comes with a drawstring pouch to ensure that its contents will not spill out.
Christian Louboutin
I just love this handbag. The red wax detailing, the red pony hair leather at the back and the studs.. Simply stunning.
Frank Gehry
This is an interesting trunk/handbag. Petit, but hard. I love the curves.. Also, currently, the Louis Vuitton boutiques I visited had window displays that feature a collaboration with Frank Gehry. I find the displays interesting.. Nice sails.. And, on a recent trip to Chicago, I saw something similar, an outdoor auditorium, and it reminded me of Louis Vuitton and Frank Gehry.. True enough, the building was designed by him. Funny how something so trivial as a window display leads me to read up of architecture and buildings and the recognition of the designer. Lol. My friend was impressed by my knowledge on buildings.. little did he know..
Marc Newson
Oh these are cute bagpacks. So hug-gable and cuddly. These bagpacks are not only cute, but are functional as well.
There is also a hidden handle at the top... Look closely and U can see the outline of the handle.
Cindy Sherman
I find the camera messenger bag designed by Cindy Sherman to be a dissapointment.
See the leather handle bits sewed onto the strap. Also, once can also see the stitching where the stickers are sewed onto the bag. Also, the joints and bits of overlapped canvas can also be seen. I find that disturbing. Most luxury bags have nice lining hiding all the sewing and joints, etc.. This bag just looks bad internally. Maybe that is the intention of the designer. But, I think it is just lazy.
Karl Lagerfeld
Punching bags handbags
These are cute handbags....
Personally, I find this handbag a bit hard to handle, especially the largest one. Try if for yourself, if U are at the boutique.
Boxing gloves
Oh, these are lovely gloves.
Maybe I should use these for my boxing exercise. Lol.. and it comes with a matching mat. Also, there is card with a QR code that comes with the bag that leads U to a website that teaches U boxing exercise in conjunction with the gloves and the matching mat. How convenient.
The gloves and mat is stored inside a matching bag that can be used on its own. I am not sure on what occasion I would use the bag, but, I guess, if there is a bag, there is a use for it.
I still cannot make up my mind on what to get for myself, however, if I were to get anything from this range, I will post an update. Stay tuned.
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