Collaborations are like music to my ears! And what better collaboration than the Luxury fashion giant Louis Vuitton and ethical fashion brand EDUN founded by the U2 frontman Bono and Ali Hewson? This limited edition bag,sold to help the Conservation Cotton Initiative, is embossed with the LV monogram and 13 handmade and crafted charms in cooperation with MADE (a fairtrade jewelry brand). This bag is LV’s first made in africa product, seeing as the charms are produced by craftspeople in Kenya. It is priced at 4,900 USD.
( Limited edition Keepall 45 travel duffel, $4,900 )
Pictures courtesy of www.louisvuitton.com
Haneen
Just because its fall doesnt mean its a season to drown in drab colors. Gold is back with a bang this season!! And what better way to wear gold than channel your inner 70s disco queen! Check out my picks below for the best in GOLD!
(1.Vintage PAnther stretchy Gold Belt, $35.00, MissBelts. 2.Gold Faux Alligator Vintage, $8.00, kingjickie. 3. EMMONS Gold and Faux Marcasite Necklace and Earrings Set, $25.00, melvilles. 4. Cropped Vintage Jacket, $18.00, bearlovelion. 5. 1970's Black and Gold Fully Beaded Kimono Coat,$398.00, rococovintage. Visit Etsy.com to purchase the items)
Whats your favorite item? I know ive got my eyes on that kimono!!
Pictures from Etsy.com
Haneen
I love wearing several rings all at the same time, and cheap rings make me happy. In addition to owning half a dozen of silver and gold rings that are the real deal, I do love buying rings from the high street that i can mix and match! Below are some of my picks for bargain rings!
(1. Juicy couure turqoise double cluster rings, $135, Asos 2. Made Gold Tone Mask Ring, $28, ASOS 3. Made 'Natalie Disell' Dome Wood Ring, $34, ASOS 4.Exquisite Saucer Ring, $5.80, Forever21 5. Large Oval faceted Ring, $4.80, Forever 21 6. Polynesia Dreaming Ring, $14.99, Modcloth 7.Venom de Guerre Ring, $11.99, Modcloth 8. WHITE Claw Set Swarovski Ring, $148, ASOS 9. Chunky Metallic Ring, $3.80, Forever21 10. Flower stone cut out ring, $11.70 , Topshop 11. Center Stage Ring,$4.80, Forever21 12. Kitson Black Enamel Peace Sign Ring,$18.70, ASOS. )
Those are my cheap thrills (cheap enough compared to the real thing) for today. Which one is your favorite?
Rings available from ASOS, Forever21, Topshop, and ModCloth. (pictures courtesy of them too)
Haneen
I absolutely love finding beautiful designer shoes (admit it, not all shoes are pretty). But what makes me even happier is finding AFFORDABLE designer shoes. Yes, you heard it! While H&M are busy collaborating with Lanvin and Gap with Valentino, Aldo comes to us with (in my opinion) a more kick a$$ collaboration. Julian Louie for Aldo! The talented designer presented his collection a few days ago as part of NYFW and the fash crowd was all over the wedges his models were rocking. Its confirmed that those beautiful shoes will hit Aldo stores soon, but the dates havent been announced yet. Watch this space!
(Images courtesy of Aldo)
Whats your favorite color combination? I think Im gonna get 2 pairs of those and wear them till they fall apart! What better trend for S/S2011 than ethnic tribal and boho?
Haneen
After spending countless hours going around the malls trying to re-create the 50s “Mad Men” look thats one of the hottest trends of the season, I finally gave up. More structured, and “hardcore” looks seemed to be more common. However, I found a solution! Buying vintage items from Etsy means I can wear genuine clothing from the era, following a major F/W2010 trend, and mixing it up with modern pieces for a more modern approach. WIN! Check out some of the best items out there and channel your inner 50s Betty Draper:
(1. Vintage Rhinestone Crystal Black and Clear Pin Set,$65,bitzofglitz4u. 2.Navy Blue Ribbed Shell Gold Chain Vintage Mermaid Clutch Purse,$27,PrincessSamy. 3.Vintage Life Stride Formal Heels Lace Crocheted Dress Shoes ,$48,MillsDesignCo. 4.Vintage Pink Party Dress, $330,TimelessVixenVintage. All items available through Etsy.com )
How to get the look : A modern take on the 50s look would to pair up those items with contemporary items! Wear the earrings and brooch with your favorite white shirt, the clutch with a simple evening dress, the shoes with almost everything, and the flowery dress with an edgier black jacket and booties! LOVE this trend and how simply it feminises your wardrobe. Try it 
Items available from the following sellers:
Item 1: Earrings and Brooch set from HERE
Item 2: Navy Blue Clutch from HERE
Item 3: Black Pumps from HERE
Item 4: Flowery Party Dress from HERE
(All pictures courtesy of the sellers at www.etsy.com)
Enjoy!
Haneen
