Wednesday, January 21, 2009

haul: SHOES

I bought 2 pairs of this shoes in WHITE AND BRONZE





Monday, January 12, 2009

diy: REDESIGNING SHOES

BEFORE


AFTER


girls meet
WHOROTHY









WHOROTHY LOOKS PERFECT INPERSON
the rhinestones sparkles like diamonds

Saturday, January 10, 2009

haul: SHOES

BLIGE 02 - BLIGE 01


BLIGE 02


BLIGE 01


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I also bought 2 PAIRS of OVER-RUNS shoes for only P290
RUDIN


RUDIN RED

damage: INSOLE is "PEELING"
had it replaced with black for P300 (total cost 590)
too bad the shoemaker left glue stains on the shoe

RUDIN BLACK


the only damage with this pair is a small gap
other than that is all good :D
so its actually BRANDNEW


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ADARA



Wednesday, January 7, 2009

SANDAL BOOTIES

addition to my shoe collection :D

front


side

Monday, January 5, 2009

diy: REDESIGNING SHOES

left: ORIGINAL DESIGN
right: w/o the buckle thingy


I don't like the buckle thingy on the black shoes
the design and the color didn't compliment each other
so I'm
"redesigning" it


TOOLS NEEDED:
scissor
glue
gems or rhinestones
(in this case im using rhinestones)

step 1: remove whatever you have to remove to have a clean base


this is how it should look


step 2: take your glue and rhinestone
there are no rules for this one


so start filling up your shoes
and do WHATEVER you like


FINISHED PRODUCT


YOU CAN ALSO "REDESIGN" YOUR OLD SHOES
JUST USE YOUR IMAGINATION
hope this help :)

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TOTAL COST:
rhinestones costs P1.50 each
got it for only P50.00
(1$) for 50 pcs
I only used 36 of them 17 pcs each shoe

Sunday, January 4, 2009

what is a RECESSIONISTA?

A recessionista is someone who seeks out fashionable items which are also low-cost. This term is a portmanteau of “recession” and “fashionista.” Recessionistas aren't going to let a thing like a poor economy stand in the way of fashionable dressing, and they may develop a distinctive and unique style using low-cost but still fashionable items.

Many people turn into recessionistas by necessity. When the economy experiences problems, paychecks tend to fall in response, and people have to think about new ways to use their money, ensuring that their money goes further, since they have less of it. For people who place fashion at a premium, coping with a downturn in the economy usually involves rethinking fashion, and coming up with new ways to dress stylishly.

A recessionista might hit discount stores which offer designer goods at low prices, or stores which focus on offering low-cost, stylish clothing. Many companies have realized that the recessionista market is a well of untapped potential, and they have responded by making contracts with well-known designers for flashy lines of clothing that won't break the bank. Others have long-established positions in the niche market of discounted or low-cost clothing, and they take advantage of recessions to promote their business model.

New clothes aren't the only option for a recessionista. Many hit consignment stores, where used high-quality clothing is sold at low prices, or they scour the racks of thrift stores for stylish bargains. Thrift store shopping can sometimes yield very interesting garments which are also one of a kind, allowing a recessionista to stand out from the crowd. Others may sew their own garments or modify clothing to make it more stylish.

Fashion on a budget does not have to be dull, and many a recessionista can be seen stylishly turned out in cities all over the world. When the economy picks up again, a recessionista may continue his or her low-cost buying habits, thereby saving money for a rainy day or a particularly fabulous purchase.

Becoming a recessionista can take some work, especially for people who are accustomed to big fashion budgets. Many people like to start with basic garments which can be dressed up with stylish accessories like shoes, scarves, and jewelry. Sometimes a few more expensive items can be used strategically to flesh out a more low-cost wardrobe; for example, a really good pair of shoes can be used in a variety of ways, justifying a comparatively higher cost.