Archive for the 'cool stuff' Category

How To Brighten Up An Outfit

Sunday, September 5th, 2010

One of the best things to brighten up a tired outfit and bring it up to date is a brooch.  You can inject some colors to your jacket, dress or a plain top with just a simple brooch.  Right now, I am into flower brooches and I just came across this lovely Eggplant Organza Flower [...]

Chic Waste Baskets

Sunday, August 8th, 2010

I was looking for some chic waste basket for my office when I came across some really cool ones from The Container Store.   They are the Makati Waste paper Baskets made from stripped and sun-bleached bark of the Abaca tree.  I love it because it adds a touch of earthy tone to my office.  Not [...]

Kurta For Summer 2010

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

One of the emerging clothing trend this year is Kurta.  It is actually long, soft long-sleeved top made of cotton and originated from India.   I am so in love with them.  There is just something about Kurtas.  When paired with jeans, trousers or shorts, Kurta offer a fusion look.  It can be worn daily [...]

Asian Themed Wedding Favors

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

A friend of mine is planning for her wedding next Spring.  She has booked the restaurant for her wedding dinner as well as chosen her wedding gown.  Next on her list is to get some unique wedding favors.  She asked me for some wedding favor ideas for her Asian-themed big day.   I found some [...]

Must-Have Chic Ballet Flats

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

If you want to give your feet a break from heels, then ballet flats are what you ought to add to your shoe collection.  Like home security systems, ballet flats are a must-have for every season.  They are comfortable and adorable.  You can wear it with skirts, shorts and pants.  I am drawn to [...]

Stylish Digital Mini Cases

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

If you have all sorts of gadgets like digital cameras, iPods, cellphones, blackberries and others, you are going to love these stylish digital mini cases from Delight.com.   They are colorful, cute and affordable.  A great item for the gal on the go.  The mini cases fit just about any small digital device and and can [...]

I heart weekends

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

The weekend is here and usually I love to browse some of the online stores to look for the deal of the day. I was at my favorite stores – JCrew, Shop Dolce Vita and Cabbages & Roses and saw some of the most fabulous clothing and shoes.  I cannot wait to get my [...]

CJ Cookies Jeans

Sunday, March 21st, 2010

I was watching a rerun of Oprah last night and in that particular episode, Oprah talked about CJ, the new line of denims by Cookie Johnson, wife of the famous basketball player, Magic Johnston.  Of course I had to check it out after watching Oprah, since she declared that these are now her favorite jeans. [...]

Spring 2010 Collection By American Eagle Outffiters

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

I was checking out some online stores for their Spring collection and fell head over heels with what they have at American Eagle Outfitters.  Simply awesome collection.  It’s been awhile since I shopped at American Eagle Outfitters.

Slouchy Studded Sweater

Studded Scoop Tee

Surplus Camo Short

Beaded Back Dress
Still thinking about their collection now.  I want to get all [...]

Sony Vaio E Series Notebooks Are Cool

Saturday, March 13th, 2010

My cousin’s daughter is taking her LSAT course this year.  To help her with her lsat prep, she has joined the Knewton program where she can study online with the top and most experienced teachers.  Seeing how hardworking her daughter is, my cousin has decided to get her a new Sony Vaio E series Notebook.   [...]