Stylista of the Week - Blake Lively

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The beautiful Blake Lively has been on a triumphant fashion tour while out promoting her new movie, 'Savages'. The Gossip Girl star has impressed at every red carpet event, experimenting with different styles and interesting designers. She also has one of the most enviable shoe closets in Hollywood. Blake keeps things fresh and exciting, and always has us guessing as to what she will wear next.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7XB6dK1utAK81IhmaslMK7pNimlOxemOzF86d34UhrOqp_XoUbVUW1aGjzNZzFr-KuwSuv0i29-Ih8nYXsZPJ_xFCUHMLEOcPE9JEyO7eYAOJ9V-HAlfvRHLtpxuGr4rh8a6E3u3mSjbd/s1600/blake1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7XB6dK1utAK81IhmaslMK7pNimlOxemOzF86d34UhrOqp_XoUbVUW1aGjzNZzFr-KuwSuv0i29-Ih8nYXsZPJ_xFCUHMLEOcPE9JEyO7eYAOJ9V-HAlfvRHLtpxuGr4rh8a6E3u3mSjbd/s640/blake1.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Blake appeared on the 'Charlie Rose Show' in a look by <i>Marios Schwab</i>, featuring a black leather laser-cut top with floral design and fern green chiffon skirt with mint underlay. A pair of bejewelled bow-front <i>Giuseppe Zanotti</i> heels fit her feet. For the 'Savages' press conference, Blake put on an azure blue jacquard print dress with frilled hem and black waistband by <i>Opening Ceremony</i>. Her quirky pair of wavy print red and black tie-up sandals are by <i>Nicholas Kirkwood</i>.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0zvgtV-xsly44JZrJfjMd7bmH5ngH4-mhim5hVFl3MZJp5wkTZHpw_b8DrU61qr2blVyvML583nsSt23qoWnW8hKBBw8U3e4D4TiR-L037AVDeJPvhQ7vzBxMGdmbxszCB2bumY0S7c5h/s1600/blake2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0zvgtV-xsly44JZrJfjMd7bmH5ngH4-mhim5hVFl3MZJp5wkTZHpw_b8DrU61qr2blVyvML583nsSt23qoWnW8hKBBw8U3e4D4TiR-L037AVDeJPvhQ7vzBxMGdmbxszCB2bumY0S7c5h/s640/blake2.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Pictured first, Blake wore an elegant white number by <i>Marchesa</i> with a jewel encrusted neck motif and butterfly sleeves. A sparkly pair of silver<i> Louboutin</i> 'Pigalle' pumps complete her look. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444;">Middle: </span>Blake is the first to wear a look from <i>Monique Lhuillier's </i>Resort 2013 collection. The blonde actress sported a cream mini, with vividly shaded floral-print side panels. She added a whimsical pair of neon pink fur-back <i>Louboutin</i> pumps to her outfit. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444;">Right:</span> For an interview on the Letterman show, Blake looked stunning in an ivory silk chiffon <i>Jenny Packham</i> wrap-dress, with crystal strap neckline and cuffs. Her crystal covered <i>Christian Louboutin</i> heels are the perfect accompaniment.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBG1HYCHOOAxZKtkD8GvrNdw6wHZpl4D5LlvAiCD39BaVFiEJ0s-2c9Tb059Fkiumq21Ek_WmcEaRneTAlc7C5RE4JC69HDYDQHRCP42ylOohyphenhyphenxY8TXphuF3UnfP5Lxj8IOlv1kUtiBvMr/s1600/blake3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBG1HYCHOOAxZKtkD8GvrNdw6wHZpl4D5LlvAiCD39BaVFiEJ0s-2c9Tb059Fkiumq21Ek_WmcEaRneTAlc7C5RE4JC69HDYDQHRCP42ylOohyphenhyphenxY8TXphuF3UnfP5Lxj8IOlv1kUtiBvMr/s640/blake3.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Blake also added a shot of bright colour while on promotional duties. She stopped traffic in a siren red menswear-inspired suit by <i>Michael Kors, </i>with black cami worn underneath. A black strappy pair of <i>Louboutin</i> 'Nueron' suede sandals finalize her chic outfit. For an ABC event, Blake went for a saccharine sweet look in a custom-made fluorescent pink <i>Lanvin</i> dress with flair skirt and matching waist bow. Her choice of footwear was a spiked pair of nude-shaded <i>Christian Louboutin</i> 'Alti' pumps.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPxFuEHsO4d2qWRKo5FijJ79g4WnxqenWiGli2a9DRv4jQdDxsppBtgmtIlk7vqxd7UAC6QxHEFewo02Y1Q7KCkbHVonfPU_wlLc9DnPtJZkxM748_GaR7VTkQvDkAu3lItKysvijSW9r7/s1600/blake4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPxFuEHsO4d2qWRKo5FijJ79g4WnxqenWiGli2a9DRv4jQdDxsppBtgmtIlk7vqxd7UAC6QxHEFewo02Y1Q7KCkbHVonfPU_wlLc9DnPtJZkxM748_GaR7VTkQvDkAu3lItKysvijSW9r7/s640/blake4.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">At the LA movie premiere, Blake oozed sensual glamour in this show-stopping strapless gown by <i>Zuhair Murad</i>. The curve-hugging nude dress is enhanced by a shimmering black beaded linear design. Side-swept waves, crimson lips and nails compliment her look. For the New York premiere, Blake toned things down in a flowing primrose yellow silk-chiffon halter gown by <i>Gucci</i>. A touch of turquoise was brought in via statement drop earrings.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Which is your favourite look from Blake's promotional tour for 'Savages'?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Stylista of the Week - Blake Lively

The beautiful Blake Lively has been on a triumphant fashion tour while out promoting her new movie, 'Savages'. The Gossip Girl star ...

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Friday Frills

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX6ursQLEVf3oylz2g9U6CLZ_OHQjgOKi6uoGr1MOGJO4sYCoyPL4dOjAy8hP_3JDVVsCSd5g5Mi6HFVeAAmsytIgxK_KpTks_9Kc3InfqSg3go1l6Li4PenefBw14a2DO1_JnymiG56W9/s640/friday+frills4.jpg" width="484" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You are not made up of the words that hurt you. Or that number on the scale. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Or the expectations that you feel you will never meet. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You are made up of nothing more than you. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Simply, beautifully, wonderfully, uniquely you. You are an enchanting and complex soul. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">An individually fascinating combination of thoughts, ideas, feelings, emotions. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">True beauty is being the best possible version of yourself,</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">On the inside, and out.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">So look past the mirror. Look at your soul. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Only then will you see yourself as you truly are. <i>Beautiful.</i> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*Author unknown. Adapted by me</i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span></div>

Friday Frills

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Marchesa Resort 2013

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We have all come to expect frills, feathers, tulle and high-octane drama from Marchesa over the past few years. But for their Resort 2013 collection, Keren Craig and Georgina Chapman have turned the flamboyance down <i>just</i> a notch. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dreaming of an English garden under the romantic summer sun, this range sees raspberry, turquoise and fuchsia shaded dresses, twirled with folded petals of taffeta and silk. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Delicately beaded net rests over classically shaped evening dresses, necklines are kept modest and hemlines vary from the knee to a stiletto's end. Beaded metallic gowns that embrace every curve, ruffled skirts and finely woven lace depicts the sheer femininity of the label. A line of all white gowns are given Marchesa's signature touch with a dose of feathered trims and crystal embroidery. This exquisite collection has to be one of my favourites for Resort 2013.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiDICsiVLnKstycl266_r3Nk4LO0mlLxSg8X1xaCC_I7nC7TsaXfaxlRLCOZ3ZgBX5TTMiGMMcBI1DFCRkZvAa3iwhXoTMj36lZSOYngYOqkwKNv4ReNYniP0EBP99wMI996zO6JfC1-kp/s1600/marchesa1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiDICsiVLnKstycl266_r3Nk4LO0mlLxSg8X1xaCC_I7nC7TsaXfaxlRLCOZ3ZgBX5TTMiGMMcBI1DFCRkZvAa3iwhXoTMj36lZSOYngYOqkwKNv4ReNYniP0EBP99wMI996zO6JfC1-kp/s640/marchesa1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPiVaSj0MrvGjsUrQeqpJNHr_ZCZDWoLAhrEjA2uZ7e3TS0wQH0J5eot2wlSWB8XtB0EciUh1SwRy0yg4rZDBuH3kOAO__HvxygLVQfxRTE9cgggebC38cHQj6ig7GYlu2ksMVuamBsLhC/s1600/marchesa2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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Marchesa Resort 2013

We have all come to expect frills, feathers, tulle and high-octane drama from Marchesa over the past few years. But for their Resort 2013 co...

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Selena Gomez Styles Up Elle Magazine

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Cover Girl Selena Gomez</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Elle</i> USA July 2012</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Singer, actress and the envy of Bieber fans everywhere, Selena Gomez sheds her Disney darling image in July's issue of </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Elle </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Magazine. The 19-year-old star grows up glamourous in an alluring range of seductive designer wear and red hot Dior Rouge in this beach inspired shoot. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLb-6_n4LSOCR_0o9wSNG8AitDSOIq2dkkjbkQ7jeT169Y7GfReilKTa_XnXmrLUwy0vvhV1uc1KLgcgMH4_CqiyRG8vClX2e_S32itTvkucgmLLkQKGw0dSVguVPc2ogJ92SU17dyaD-/s1600/selena1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLb-6_n4LSOCR_0o9wSNG8AitDSOIq2dkkjbkQ7jeT169Y7GfReilKTa_XnXmrLUwy0vvhV1uc1KLgcgMH4_CqiyRG8vClX2e_S32itTvkucgmLLkQKGw0dSVguVPc2ogJ92SU17dyaD-/s640/selena1.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">On the cover Selena is dressed in an exquisite sheer black mesh<i> Dolce & Gabbana</i> Fall 2013 dress, adorned with gold floral appliqués.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGyY1OAoECBQiXwnnouWBMmN0lPkpK-TXXWmbmJRasMQUbv4zTu6upgFNAEo3m1obgD4Vm3pJ_Z0MFAmplwNmPX3YOymisxS3HXXWuHIzTtwVTHtwMFWlX5Bs_AYTDdLx1j6N4lCyNPdZt/s1600/selena2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGyY1OAoECBQiXwnnouWBMmN0lPkpK-TXXWmbmJRasMQUbv4zTu6upgFNAEo3m1obgD4Vm3pJ_Z0MFAmplwNmPX3YOymisxS3HXXWuHIzTtwVTHtwMFWlX5Bs_AYTDdLx1j6N4lCyNPdZt/s640/selena2.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A romantic seaside look by virtue of a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Jil Sander </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">blush pink bustier tea-length dress</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">. A pair of pointy-toe <i>Jimmy Choo </i>heels defies the myth that pink and red can't be worn together. </span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCfN_KvqQ56AB0NKghiIZ82eZRYQ8UKCGcpxDIiftaUqGlpUZv0hwgKvDxup6OeXXwhELrEvWgGPpovzhYE0GCPrxMl5MoYEokHZTysdJAazZYXARMH3pZjr1Al5tFWzQLdeAgpguc4upv/s1600/selena4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCfN_KvqQ56AB0NKghiIZ82eZRYQ8UKCGcpxDIiftaUqGlpUZv0hwgKvDxup6OeXXwhELrEvWgGPpovzhYE0GCPrxMl5MoYEokHZTysdJAazZYXARMH3pZjr1Al5tFWzQLdeAgpguc4upv/s640/selena4.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Offsetting the natural sandy background, Selena dons a metallic chain-mail <i>Yves Saint Laurent</i> dress with very low neckline and leather belt.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvCq7kvPXxH6jy98tNIt464GdqXY7NWRuCa8pNdfVyj2HM6dpT-pI82RnwtXL_KMWCQ178-urQjrCBBBquOOF-0h_YNIibrCipSmGrsHm6zWMQIF-MJOFrcAuxlwfj9ThdVyIRCxzxHTWU/s1600/selena5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvCq7kvPXxH6jy98tNIt464GdqXY7NWRuCa8pNdfVyj2HM6dpT-pI82RnwtXL_KMWCQ178-urQjrCBBBquOOF-0h_YNIibrCipSmGrsHm6zWMQIF-MJOFrcAuxlwfj9ThdVyIRCxzxHTWU/s640/selena5.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">An unconventional mix of pieces for a star of many talents. Selena wears a digital print silk georgette dress in white and purple by <i>Prabal Gurung</i>. The outfit is styled with leather </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Herve Leger </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">harness</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">belt<i>, </i>as well as an outré pair of red fishnet <i>Alta Dentelle</i> open-toe boots by <i>Christian Louboutin</i>.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji0vT4CYGJ6K2xSRGQemJvckGINRQEJlOghh2h6dNXnNQ2BTwKbbwO5h38WHCZK0Vr9SR3WadsTzwZkY5MMAJL9NYoPtxyB04dTHypx2_2nS-2LYN1V0nb3-_1sllNrhnU9PZKhq6wT8Fs/s1600/selena6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji0vT4CYGJ6K2xSRGQemJvckGINRQEJlOghh2h6dNXnNQ2BTwKbbwO5h38WHCZK0Vr9SR3WadsTzwZkY5MMAJL9NYoPtxyB04dTHypx2_2nS-2LYN1V0nb3-_1sllNrhnU9PZKhq6wT8Fs/s640/selena6.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A day at the beach has never been more stylish...Selena heats it up in a ruby red stretch dress with peplum frill from <i>Lanvin</i>. A peek of her neon orange <i>Manolo Blahnik</i> heels can be seen to the right. Her chunky rope necklace is also by <i>Lanvin</i>, with gold and diamond angled earrings by <i>Dean Harris</i>.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVDVLn4AUWORfW8ZSBXu7Ko2JuPgxHQVzwqmHLzw4DU0D-IXSG0is_U_3lg-Ae0DOfrazhBx72yLHhxtt6f0NR01T31WaG5bIgMtCMbbps1IneMHL1T2wr-gEyennU28Z3ETOp9oJEFrK-/s1600/selena8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVDVLn4AUWORfW8ZSBXu7Ko2JuPgxHQVzwqmHLzw4DU0D-IXSG0is_U_3lg-Ae0DOfrazhBx72yLHhxtt6f0NR01T31WaG5bIgMtCMbbps1IneMHL1T2wr-gEyennU28Z3ETOp9oJEFrK-/s640/selena8.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Selena sports a racy ensemble that includes a vivid orange strapless <i>Vera Wang</i> bra, paired with a blue and white striped skinny pants and roped belt by <i>Marni</i>. It's a pity that we couldn't see more of her gorgeous multicoloured <i>Brian Atwood</i> heels in this photo shoot. They deserve a page of their own, don't you think?</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzLNKOOt8tWWjA_8y1gV4uPs93yHT3I4M-o8fSwpI8Gz5ex808Iv6gp8-3dxpD60hyphenhyphengtI6vTd5c_rTUoeW7FyJR1NDo4lqn7WYkuzrWV5HkyQ2iHgg4xEi7d-rb2bRyLj3fs4YOl2hFkD/s1600/selena9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYzLNKOOt8tWWjA_8y1gV4uPs93yHT3I4M-o8fSwpI8Gz5ex808Iv6gp8-3dxpD60hyphenhyphengtI6vTd5c_rTUoeW7FyJR1NDo4lqn7WYkuzrWV5HkyQ2iHgg4xEi7d-rb2bRyLj3fs4YOl2hFkD/s640/selena9.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Selena wears an embroidered Fabergé-designed <i>Balmain</i> sweater, styled with a mini skirt by <i>Mugler</i>. I prefer this top on the model, when worn with trousers.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Which is your favourite of Selena's looks from this shoot?</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*Photos via Elle.com & Style.com</i></span>

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Treasures of Istanbul

<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hello from the mystical city of Istanbul...I stopped by this historic Turkish wonder during my travels this past week. Istanbul is a melting pot of European and Asian heritage, these two culturally-rich continents are separated only by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">the deep blue Bosphorus Strait. The opulent architecture of the Old City is richly influenced by Byzantine and Ottoman designs. Grand mosques, bustling bazaars, steaming Turkish baths and museums that house sacred relics from centuries ago. Then there is the <i>other</i> side of Istanbul - the New City, flecked with hip hotels, fine dining restaurants, shopping malls and buzzing night spots. </span></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's the best of both worlds;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> ancient and modern, classic and upwardly mobile, old traditions collide with 21st century technology, and through it all, Istanbul's practice of time-honoured hospitality has remained an integral part of it's steadfast foundation. The best way to explore the city is on one of the many Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing buses. Which is when I got to capture some of these important historical sites.</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cEEdqs9H55GEsNdN1ZXDf_Xboz9NyKee6JJaqb-Q5JFdEkMYbcUD0HNwWDvwcRbgtr2hziL8ZpLXWSvas_I5brd9ontiNFUfq96HyZlQ5ifQ-8iZ1QN-44x5G_3cPNVY5-1PYX7Xsm04/s1600/istanbul1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cEEdqs9H55GEsNdN1ZXDf_Xboz9NyKee6JJaqb-Q5JFdEkMYbcUD0HNwWDvwcRbgtr2hziL8ZpLXWSvas_I5brd9ontiNFUfq96HyZlQ5ifQ-8iZ1QN-44x5G_3cPNVY5-1PYX7Xsm04/s640/istanbul1.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>The Blue Mosque</i>, which probably the most iconic landmark in Istanbul, has towered over the city since the 1600's. The eight domes and six minarets that are perfectly proportionate, the faint blue tiles gave the name to this palatial monument.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmD3SuTQ9Be-YZtMcTY0s6HYLKZ5u5QtsBNxgjAmklZmi9MsCh3w5Xgs-A8it3l0Be-sb2EWM4Bho7UXLS9eMOEVmlE8xM3QvG07ZquAm7pe_QMSU8zSfOWJVvOGpKiU4BNmUpmvL4afe/s1600/istanbul2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYmD3SuTQ9Be-YZtMcTY0s6HYLKZ5u5QtsBNxgjAmklZmi9MsCh3w5Xgs-A8it3l0Be-sb2EWM4Bho7UXLS9eMOEVmlE8xM3QvG07ZquAm7pe_QMSU8zSfOWJVvOGpKiU4BNmUpmvL4afe/s640/istanbul2.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The half-hour long queues to enter the <i>Topkapi Palace</i> was an indication of how intriguing and fascinating it would be. The Ottoman empire ruled for three centuries from within the grandiose walls of this castle. Inside is a spectacular treasury of artifacts worth far more than it's weight in 22-carat gold. Lavish thrones and everyday household objects that were carved from solid gold and silver, encrusted with rubies, diamonds and emeralds the size of your mobile. Unfortunately they do not allow photographs to be taken inside the museum and is under constant security. Jewel thieves and everything. </span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY3YyI1qn35VYQ2viJ7PtGH-L1F-mf3SeG9GB3VIdhJKNqQCWv0_2JobY9xCLRsLvc8cI5CGoAEpZsdtcHtuMkY6O0I_L5FN50JirN4kcHCOUmihhZNp8GFC5Hv_hcJ4_2emtJhYIu_4Wm/s1600/istanbul3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY3YyI1qn35VYQ2viJ7PtGH-L1F-mf3SeG9GB3VIdhJKNqQCWv0_2JobY9xCLRsLvc8cI5CGoAEpZsdtcHtuMkY6O0I_L5FN50JirN4kcHCOUmihhZNp8GFC5Hv_hcJ4_2emtJhYIu_4Wm/s640/istanbul3.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Walking underground in the icy chambers of the <i>Basilica Cistern</i> was like being on the set of The Vampire Diaries. Built in the 6th century and held up by 336 Corinthian-style columns, the cistern was used to store water. A strange but very interesting feature of this reservoir are the two upside-down heads of the Greek mythological character, Medusa. It's most likely that her presence was to ward off evil spirits in those ancient times.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTN7An8VaacBKmMNz4dqzo7smyeibiV221lWPTbdbgSqT0TKdXbopTvJDtMl_jRil8AXSfBh07-R26THMfPI7rrIZmZCQI2q2YJtqdncLphSrFUsyaNYdFCYjB9tNjlCID5704PsP2GN-s/s1600/istanbul4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTN7An8VaacBKmMNz4dqzo7smyeibiV221lWPTbdbgSqT0TKdXbopTvJDtMl_jRil8AXSfBh07-R26THMfPI7rrIZmZCQI2q2YJtqdncLphSrFUsyaNYdFCYjB9tNjlCID5704PsP2GN-s/s640/istanbul4.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The exotic scents of earthy spices and rose-water, pistachio rolled Turkish delight led me to <i>Egyptian Spice Bazaar</i>, and from there, the famous <i>Grand Bazaar</i>, where I tried (very unsuccessfully) to haggle my way to a not-so genuine original imitation Birkin bag. There are 4400 indoor sidewalk stores selling silk pashminas in every imaginable shade, enticing pieces of jewellery, leather jackets in all styles, luxurious Persian rugs and local handicrafts. </span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZU78wE45zAH9x_emhwFy9ovmYJ-FKy-XpQDhEAUuHzIczGVO9ViC-XMHsHhW9b5yjk-dRFjrb00wiUq3XdTGA5nK3recmxZV5mj6GI58RzFUmmXSL_lz687g6DQv2I2EkeGCN1bNaZK9V/s1600/istanbul5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZU78wE45zAH9x_emhwFy9ovmYJ-FKy-XpQDhEAUuHzIczGVO9ViC-XMHsHhW9b5yjk-dRFjrb00wiUq3XdTGA5nK3recmxZV5mj6GI58RzFUmmXSL_lz687g6DQv2I2EkeGCN1bNaZK9V/s640/istanbul5.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A traveler's street side view of the <i>Hagia Sophia,</i> once a church, a mosque and now a museum, it retains features of both Roman and Ottoman architecture. With an awe-inspiring 56m dome, antiquated chandeliers, intricate mosaic finishings, sturdy pillars and soaring arches, the 'Aya Sofya' is one of most extraordinary historic buildings in Turkey.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt2tJNuUqR0efU2zX3zzGBvV1ePAG-F9KXIjK3wgv6jzVCh-uyc23BwtBdw3TCrTNSvgJp9cnHVgkOKhy-DPj5POcJ7Ufo5NfGgha1Bix9NqNw4XE0hEilmXAIEqwjMtP-UJ1dMVzJSPko/s1600/istanbul7.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt2tJNuUqR0efU2zX3zzGBvV1ePAG-F9KXIjK3wgv6jzVCh-uyc23BwtBdw3TCrTNSvgJp9cnHVgkOKhy-DPj5POcJ7Ufo5NfGgha1Bix9NqNw4XE0hEilmXAIEqwjMtP-UJ1dMVzJSPko/s640/istanbul7.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The serene blue waters of the Bosphorus waterway.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYWdZ9kUcMenJbcrW9h_RR43-Nge76VsVWhJX8Jvhy318vHZ87HqpkokbFM8vBS5Nf2lYS0fn3fA8t_SNLRJPMTDNIrocv6iuUxmm5rO0YuWWEwztXRrJdBMvS673WdMcx2CyjaPpJCnLF/s1600/istanbul6.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYWdZ9kUcMenJbcrW9h_RR43-Nge76VsVWhJX8Jvhy318vHZ87HqpkokbFM8vBS5Nf2lYS0fn3fA8t_SNLRJPMTDNIrocv6iuUxmm5rO0YuWWEwztXRrJdBMvS673WdMcx2CyjaPpJCnLF/s640/istanbul6.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A marvelous vista over Istanbul in a very warm 34 degrees. A city of many faces and traditions, the ripples of it's captivating history has made way for a very exciting future and a present which is just that, 'A Gift'.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">*All photographs by me. </span></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><span id="goog_1610524761"></span><span id="goog_1610524762"></span>

Treasures of Istanbul

Hello from the mystical city of Istanbul...I stopped by this historic Turkish wonder during my travels this past week. Istanbul is a melting...

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Friday Frills

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGM3Zjybs5BuI736yjyxFUlxtxjm1cvKibXFU1NnnLTxzznvqVMk1ffYMi7s0ouie9IH16XWiZJ4bU0ck1kd14xtJrcl9yfUScR7TJkLfUf0lWmhlKu7OUEXeg8BzKYkOfdQ7u2-lP0zvT/s1600/friday+frills.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGM3Zjybs5BuI736yjyxFUlxtxjm1cvKibXFU1NnnLTxzznvqVMk1ffYMi7s0ouie9IH16XWiZJ4bU0ck1kd14xtJrcl9yfUScR7TJkLfUf0lWmhlKu7OUEXeg8BzKYkOfdQ7u2-lP0zvT/s640/friday+frills.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like frowning,
 smile.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
When you feel like crying, 
laugh.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like quitting,
 start over.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like yelling,
 whisper.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like hating,
 love.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like falling, 
stand.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like giving up, 
hold on tighter.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">

When you feel like talking,
 listen.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like complaining, 
appreciate.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like closing your heart,
 care.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like you can’t do it, 
try.
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel sadness, treasure the happier times.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel anger</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">, keep composed.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like you're lost, discover something new. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like you can't reach it, aim higher.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you feel like all hope is gone,
 believe. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*Author unknown, adapted by me. Image via weheartit.com</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Friday Frills

When you feel like frowning,
 smile. 
When you feel like crying, 
laugh.
 When you feel like quitting,
 start over.
 When you feel like yell...

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Heavy Machine - Shoes or Art?

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">At what point do shoes become more than just a piece of functional footwear? Innovative brand <i>Heavy Machine</i> introduces us to shoes that <i>are</i> more than just your average pair of high heels, they are modern pieces of fashionable art. The trailblazing brand finds its inspiration in the strong, sturdy lines of industrial machinery, hence the name.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For Summer 2012, <i>Heavy Machine</i> has created futuristic designs with solid architectural shapes. Leather lined geometrics with angled cut-outs are appended to chunky lacquared heels in dazzling colour-blocked brights like turquoise, yellow and coral. Heavy Machine holds no restraints when it comes to bold creativity. These avant-garde pairs may not be timeless classics, but they certainly do pack a punch.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigKrSZL_O9bv2zm2zPaZDd_mRNLwHof7VqPnAUzPKi-GX_g6nz9pL0wuqbz_9mRBd3YeLDaOLOL7hovKqRjXoy2CK6zfAYMJG4bPuoXCC65b9M0UeR9szub5ypyw4DczBmiKwa9f6XKYcd/s1600/heavymachine1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigKrSZL_O9bv2zm2zPaZDd_mRNLwHof7VqPnAUzPKi-GX_g6nz9pL0wuqbz_9mRBd3YeLDaOLOL7hovKqRjXoy2CK6zfAYMJG4bPuoXCC65b9M0UeR9szub5ypyw4DczBmiKwa9f6XKYcd/s640/heavymachine1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW69lCFPKJrETu-1lE2QX64C16vy4SkqBjG2lUd_7fmFGoTl22YjM9ittZQZ_740L19Tuexv7GXNk0WkvYPhHP9Vc2WETQCkpSek0f3PBIdCEyfSa5YBzmqkKoSeHDUV-oqM-4u62Fup8D/s1600/heavymachine2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW69lCFPKJrETu-1lE2QX64C16vy4SkqBjG2lUd_7fmFGoTl22YjM9ittZQZ_740L19Tuexv7GXNk0WkvYPhHP9Vc2WETQCkpSek0f3PBIdCEyfSa5YBzmqkKoSeHDUV-oqM-4u62Fup8D/s640/heavymachine2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhYM5gYNoHAc6LdMFpg8HTlPx1o8DzCsbmJarhZ9uNK4mtbs20_LJ9veqbb0dNXwlQDLSxN3ca9Jw17_Eg1jNR1pAKnXXf8ljBILARYlWYQ-rUkdNC9CTM_K-nuBpBdCSVSS19h-lK3FT/s1600/heavymachine3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhYM5gYNoHAc6LdMFpg8HTlPx1o8DzCsbmJarhZ9uNK4mtbs20_LJ9veqbb0dNXwlQDLSxN3ca9Jw17_Eg1jNR1pAKnXXf8ljBILARYlWYQ-rUkdNC9CTM_K-nuBpBdCSVSS19h-lK3FT/s640/heavymachine3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjff25n7jENOKAXEOnKUFYnt1g5272I2xNAS3RgkTRqFm7jMKLLvwCUJghZi9BFXC2a7ThZ8lz19h0QfPyiMVg_gAzMpFNuJjz0OKC0JktOUMq5pKpKmkUd-1WH8GDIFGyW8WKjNsQHp4i3/s1600/heavymachine4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjff25n7jENOKAXEOnKUFYnt1g5272I2xNAS3RgkTRqFm7jMKLLvwCUJghZi9BFXC2a7ThZ8lz19h0QfPyiMVg_gAzMpFNuJjz0OKC0JktOUMq5pKpKmkUd-1WH8GDIFGyW8WKjNsQHp4i3/s640/heavymachine4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Shoes or Art? You decide...</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*Images via heavymachinsdesign.com</i></span>

Heavy Machine - Shoes or Art?

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Monique Lhuillier Bridal Wear 2013

<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bride-to-be...or not, there's something about</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> looking at wedding gowns that bring out the romantic side in most of us. Monique Lhuillier taps into that idyllic feeling of opulent glamour and romance with her Spring 2013 Bridal Wear collection. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sumptuous fabrics are spun into fairytale designs in delicate ivory, frosted white and champagne, expertly constructed in Chantilly Lace, the finest satin and silk, textured organza and layers of diaphanous ruched tulle. If the Cinderella look is not your cup of vanilla tea, there are simpler elegant sheath dresses and trumpet skirt ensembles that enchant with their grace and sheer femininity. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This dreamy collection of dresses finds it's signature in corset bodices, bow-embroidered waist belts, rows of ruffled organza, tufted skirts and lace long sleeves. Fit for a princess, Monique Lhuillier wedding gowns are the 'happily' <i>before</i> the 'ever after'. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUcjpVIaL3nHlmC909h8oMW5MLzTyGTheE5fajb0-JOkuIm3hrOyFnhziILiRyacoHvuCfJ0t_ogEenEM_bdL8yNjzKIxphmrhMThHF3FP5Ns4XP67pFmdy-9Ac9dGEnggT1Wdf4tBmjuW/s1600/monique1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUcjpVIaL3nHlmC909h8oMW5MLzTyGTheE5fajb0-JOkuIm3hrOyFnhziILiRyacoHvuCfJ0t_ogEenEM_bdL8yNjzKIxphmrhMThHF3FP5Ns4XP67pFmdy-9Ac9dGEnggT1Wdf4tBmjuW/s640/monique1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Which is yours?</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>

Monique Lhuillier Bridal Wear 2013

Bride-to-be...or not, there's something about  looking at wedding gowns that bring out the romantic side in most of us. Monique Lhuillie...

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Friday Frills

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Love them anyway.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives.
 Do good anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you are successful, you will win false friends and true enemies.
 Succeed anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The good you do today will be forgotten tomorrow.
 Do good anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Honesty and frankness may make you vulnerable.
 Be honest and frank anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The biggest person with the biggest ideas can be shot down by the smallest person with the smallest mind.
 Think big anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">What you spend years building may be destroyed overnight.
 Build anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">People really need help, but may attack if you help them.
 Help people anyway. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Give the world the best you have and you might get kicked down to the ground.
... </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Give the world the best you’ve got anyway. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i> Adapted by Dr. Kent M. Keith</i></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /><br /></i></span></div>

Friday Frills

People are unreasonable, illogical and self-centered. 
Love them anyway. If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives...

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Curvacious Kim Kardashian sexy as always in her LBD

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