Marchesa - Ready to Wear Spring 2011

By Cil B
The design duo Marchesa is incredibly skilled at taking their sensibility of romantic design each season and interpreting it into glamorously chic and breathtaking knockouts. Their RTW Spring 2011 collection was built on feminine silhouettes, tiers of ruffles and tulle, sequins, and hand details. The shimmer and shine sensation come from the heavily bejeweled neckline assortments.  The edgy feminine side is denoted by the jumpsuit pieces, the armor inspired bolero, the inimitable flower prints and the structured gowns. Yet, the true essence of Marchesa’s season collection is the Grecian Goddess title reflected on most of the cocktails and full-length gowns. 

  

 

 

Giuseppe Zanotti Bow Ankle Strap

By Cil B

This flattering pair created in the house of Giuseppe Zanotti is one of the best ecstasies for your super-glam soul. They will definitely rock your evening outfits. The combination of the bow detail and the silver crystal embellished straps truly creates that red carpet glamour. There is a rear zip for fastening, which makes it easy to put on this pair of shoes. If you opt to wear something more casual, like a set of jersey dress with leather jacket, this shoe will make you look like you’ve just walked down the runway. Unfortunately, this gorgeous ankle strap is not recommended for those whose legs are not lean and calves are not perfectly shaped. Because of the oversized bow detail, this pair of shoes might turn you into a total disaster; your legs will look shorter and fatter and the amount of money spent on it would be worthless.

No Prive Riche Blue Crystals

What do you do when you have the urge to go sparkly as part of your fashion outfit? Well, check out the new pair of glittery Louboutin. The arrival of No Prive Riche is surely a total splendor. A flock of blue crystals that reminds me of the dazzling blue sky is embellished all over these peep-toe slingback pumps. The application of different crystal sizes also adds more character to the shoes that won’t fail to step up your style. Your favorite LBD can be the perfect partner for these shoes.

 

Stylish Rococo Mini Duffel

By Cil B
Deciding on a handbag should be based on your style and personality. Otherwise, you won’t be able to show off the character of the bag you’re wearing. Alexander Wang’s Rocco Tote is one bag you should consider if you are someone with an urban or modern downtown style. This bag carries the charm of an edgy look that is sure to have its name engraved as one of the most iconic bags in fashion.

Alexander’s career in the fashion industry might have just begun but his talent is unquestionable. His edgy creativity to line up the stud troops on the bottom part of the bag is the most unique part of its overall design. The duffel shape, which is designed to be slightly rough, also butters up its distinctive look. The bag is made from highly textured lush leather that gives it a hint of ignorant blow yet very stylish and classic.

One can carry it by the handles or the detachable shoulder strap to infuse the urban glamour reflection. The big cuffs, cat eye sunglasses, a fedora, a long vest, a pair of legging or skinny jeans, a loose tuxedo blazer or cardigan, some loose denim shirts, and vintage t-shirts are some of the items that will create a dainty look along with the bag. 

New Dior Cannage Collection

By Cil B
Dior has always been synonymous with femininity and elegance that makes the Lady Like image heavily attached to its handbag collections. However, the more casual and contemporary elements are embodied in its latest Cannage collection. The typical strong sense to match the Cannage bags with some classic clothing like tweed dress suits or dressy pants with graceful blouses is gone. It’s surprising that I can envision a pairing of the new Shopping Bag with ripped jeans and a washed t-shirt.

Not only that, the Granville Bag should be borne in mind as a perfect companion for your mini skirts, capris, or cotton shorts.

If that isn’t enough, there are more styles that the latest arrivals might put up. Dior Bag and Dior Polochon Bag incarnate the new, laid-back elegance that meet the most wanted bag criteria set by the most active ladies. These two bags have the right size for ladies to carry their blackberry, mini notes, makeup sets, and other necessary items as well as the ideal shape that flatters their daily professional wear like pencil skirts, trouser pants or pantsuits.

Le 30 Bag has the vintage attributes to create a unique yet retro look. You might match up the bag with a high waisted pleated pants along with a plain white v-neck tee, an oversized cardigan, a vintage locket, and black high heeled oxfords to complete the look; or just simply pair the bag with your cotton deco dress.

As for my personal pick, the New Lock Bag is the champ. This bag is crafted to pay tribute to the revolution in the fashion industry that Christian Dior developed in 1947. He successfully pioneered the post-wartime “New Look” collection that put Paris back on the fashion map as the world’s fashion capital. Accordingly, the “New Lock” line was created based on two elements: modern feel to signify the present and the nostalgia of the “New Look” that paired a fitted jacket with a nipped in waist and full calf length skirt to characterize the past era. And this bag really does the magic because it goes with anything for any occasion.

P S : I Large –ly want you!

By Cil B
I’ve been missing my college life and Proenza Schouler 1 Large is the remedy. This bag truly resembles my humble cross-body bag that I used during my undergrad years and brings back the air of my carefree days. It’s fabulous to see that the idea of school bag is finally finely created and stands on the luxury side. The top handle and the long strap are made of leather, just like the bag. Not to mention, the bag comes in different leathers and colors. For the exotic skin lovers, you can choose between python in black or croc leather in black, ocean blue, coral, beige, and bottle green.

The leather ones come in black, white, midnight, smoke, brown, and saddle colors.

Or, if neither the exotic nor the leather piece is your choice, you shall not worry because PS1 is also crafted in suede leather and available in tobacco, pale grey, and black colors.

Whimsically Kate Spade

By Cil B
The fact that we’ve always adored Kate Spade’s energetic touch has made us vigilant on their new season collection. Their handbags are just like a girl’s best friend that never fails to facilitate you to stand out from the crowd.  So, when we asked ourselves to portray their most current collection, we simply came up with these four words: playful, whimsical, fresh, and sophisticated. And in just a glimpse, we have chosen our favorites: Five Points Camille that you can do so much with …business suits, denim pants, or any wardrobes you have in mind,

the colorful Murray Hill Noel Sophie that will add more color to your weekend look by toting it,

 and the classy Square Encrusted Small Framed Lella to accompany you to a candlelight date or some formal occasions.