Shoes, Shoes, and more Shoes!

I am a shoeaholic and proud to be. This spring you can catch me showing off my ankles in these puppies “Steven by Steve Madden ‘Demetra” in hot Hues like orange or pink … no beige for this fashionista.

I also plan on taking a walk on the wild side in Cut-Out Booties or Fringe Shoes such as these “Jessica Simpson ‘Geni’ ”

Designers being as resourceful as they are have found a way to extend the life of booties by cutting away parts of them – bring Fall booties into Spring. And booties aren’t the only Fall carry-over. Apparently, the powers that be want to milk Fall’s fringe trend just a little bit longer, since sandals, flats and heels with fringe accents are hitting the shoe store shelves for Spring.

I loved Russell Crowe in Gladiator so of course I also love the Heeled Huarache and Gladiator Sandals which have been featured in the Victoria Secret’s catalogue for the past two years.

Okay so the world is in an economic slump but that doesn’t mean I have to give up my one addiction, does it?

LONG LIVE THE SPRING SHOE!!!

I was browsing Bazzar for some new spring styles. Despite the weather (-29′c with windchill), I’m excited for soft colours, silky fabrics and skirts! I’m so over bulky sweaters and wintercoats already.

This is what we are gonna see this season.

1. Being peachy

“This season is more about peach,” says makeup artist Tom Pécheux, who used the soft color at Hermès and Derek Lam. “It gives you the appearance of being a bit made-up without looking too girly or bronzy.” Because peach powder contains strong pigments, Pécheux suggests using a light hand to apply one swipe of blush a little below your apples so it doesn’t look too doll-like. Try Chanel Blush Duo Tweed Effect in Tweed Corail ($45).

2. Bright eyes with a touch of metallic

After several seasons of dark, heavy shadows, eyes are lightening up. “The eye is still dramatic,” says makeup artist Diane Kendal, who created the look at Carolina Herrera, “but the colors are softer.” At Dsquared2, makeup artist Val Garland blended a combination of gold shadows over M.A.C. Eye Kohl in Teddy ($14.50) for a metallic smoky eye. Get the look with L’Oréal Paris HIP Metallic Shadow Duo in Gilded ($7). Shimmery gold, silver, and bronze are the winning eye-shadow colors for spring.

3. Full brows are back!! put away the twizzers(well maybe not..)

Strong and defined brows made their way back to the runway this season. “It’s a fresh but handsome look,” notes Tilbury, who created thick, luscious eyebrows à la Brooke Shields at DKNY. Tame full brows with a gel like Laura Mercier Eye Brow Gel ($19). If your brows are uneven or sparse, fill them in with Revlon Brow Fantasy pencil and set them with its tinted gel ($7.50).

4. Flaunt your arms because winter’s gone!!

Stock up on these lacquer bracelets because they’re back!

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. bangles, $1,400. 800-526-0649.

5. New Shades

Round lenses have resurfaced as the must-have shades for warmer days.

Proenza Schouler sunglasses, $310. Barneys New York; 888-8-BARNEYS.

Fabulous!!!

Designers around the world is kicking off another new year with refreshing new ideas and trends. I would love to go to these shows and see them for myself! However, travelling isn’t in my immediate agenda unfortunately, so I will share some info on the shows with you and if you happen to be in the area you can check them out for me and maybe take some pictures!

Here you have the list of events that I find interesting and perhaps, worth going. Since Couture Fashion Week is right in New York, hopefully I can make it to that. For more information on these events, check out my profile on ShesConnected.

http://www.shesconnected.com/members/profile/beautyandfashionista

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Someone I work with just surprised me with a $50 gift certificate to the spa of my choice (or towards beauty products) redeemable at spa-wish.com.

Maybe she noticed my ratty fingernails, fading highlights or the fact that I haven’t plucked my eyebrows in weeks (let’s hope not)! But either way, this is such a great idea–you go online, find a spa or beauty salon near you, and then call to make an appointment and bring your gift card w/you.

It’s a great idea for gift-giving or gift-hinting (who doesn’t want beautiful hair, nails, skin or a nice, relaxing massage?), but I also like that you can recommend your favorite spa if it’s not on the list, and if they join spawish, you get a voucher towards another visit.

BTW, my birthday is coming up in just 8 short weeks!