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men can be savvy and better shoppers too

doris — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:46:36 +0000

With the current super internet technology, you can expect shoppers to be more savvy and choosy when it comes to shopping - offline and online. I often hear ladies complaining that their boyfriends or husbands are hopeless in picking the right gifts for them. I’m not being biased but seriously, there is no excuse for men not to know how to buy gifts for their girlfriends or wives if they have an internet connection at home or in the office.

Just do a search and sites like ShopWiki will present you cosmetic buying guides to beauty guides of all kinds including men’s grooming products. Hair care, fragrance or personal care items can be read and researched if you take time to find out more about what is worth your dollar and what isn’t. Actually, I myself have found the site pretty educational as it offers lots of pages on beauty and grooming care so that you can be a better and more savvy shopper. Check out the site to educate your shopping experience - online will benefit more, of course.

the artisans and creatives are thriving

doris — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:16:56 +0000

The retail industry will continue to stay resilient with the current economic crisis in various sectors in the US and many affecting countries. This may be the time where people stay conscious over new franchise opportunity or business ventures. But as far as the creative and artisan world is concerned, there is a rise in budding artists and designers added everyday.

It’s inspiring and refreshing to behold bold designs and unique creations by indie designers. The breath of newness always excites the trendy shopaholics and stylish fashionistas of all ages, just like this Cattails pendant created by Alisha Louise. Bold colors and allusion to vintage art and style plus her current romantic Art Deco and Nouveau patterns are signature to her works. Simple, elegant, artistic with a hint of individuality for every one who likes a little artistic flair in her jewelry wardrobe.

all style of swimwear for your summer vacation

doris — Thu, 15 May 2008 02:42:22 +0000

It’s the reality of life that most fashion clothing retailers use slim, tall, attractive and superfit looking models in their advertisement shoots especially for swimwear or bathing suit. But in reality, how many women have cellulite free, well-tanned, slender body with long limbs and close to perfect features? As you may know, even celebrities have cellulite too!

If you have a bigger body frame, you will be comforted to know that you can now find that sexy womens bathing suit for the coming summer vacation from the comforts of your home. Online shopping is convenient and flexible, presenting you with options that help save you time and energy. Last November, I spent a long time hunting for the right bathing suit for our trip to Hawaii. Not only was it hard to find a wide selection of swimwear in the mall, it was hard to find the right swimwear in my size too!

Now, swimwear shopping is more fun than you think. Swimsuits for All has any style you desire for the coming summer vacation - tankinis, one piece, swimdresses, separates and with labels including christina swimwear, Esther Williams, Speedo, all swimwear are well categorized in trends, styles or brands. Being an online swimwear store for ALL, the men and kids are not left out at all. So start your swimwear shopping and don’t forget to check out the sale store for some huge savings!

my new slate jersey and bastiste dress

doris — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:02:46 +0000

Last trip in Singapore was a short but nice one cos I got to spend time with mom on Mother’s Day and did a little (just a little) shopping. I tried on a few items in MaxStudio.com and finally settled for this slate jersey and bastiste dress. Honestly, this dress didn’t appeal to me when I first saw it one month ago. It seemed a little ‘plain’ to me at that time but somehow, it looked better when it was worn, exuding that girlish charm:) It felt so comfortable as it was made of 100% soft quality superfine cotton. Other than a lightweight feel, it felt easy, effortless, casual and relaxed. I believe it will be one of those girlish dresses that I’ll wear for those weekend and casual outings. Great with leather sandals, ballerina shoes or mary janes.

more and more credit card offers

doris — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:24:23 +0000

My husband has been complaining about the annual fees on his credit card. I can’t blame him for that since more and more banks are offering no annual fees for credit card these days. In fact, credit card offers are very attractive with promotions that are sometimes hard to resist! Like it or not, material cravings can be more powerful than the will of the mind since we are all human nature easily enticed by what we see and experience every day.

With more people being more technologically advanced, it is becoming easier to apply online for credit cards and you can even shop for the card that offers you the best attractions and features including rewards credit card and no annual fee credit card. Whatever you do, don’t over indulge if you can’t afford to or you may be facing credit card debts in no time.

eco brown paper handbag for the eco-fashionista

doris — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:17:16 +0000

Here’s one more cool and extragavant find for the eco shopper who doesn’t mind splurging in the name of going green. This may be one luxurious brown paper handbag I have ever seen. Though I was raising eyebrows on the price (175 GBP) at first glance at bouf.com. Giles Miller is known as the ‘cardboard king’ and his Brown Paper Handbag is a stylish yet eco-considerate product. Handmade from sustainably sourced corrugated cardboard, there is a leather strap fastened by chrome buckles.

I was initially worried about the 175 GBP being washed by rains and water but the fine invisible water-resistant layer is said to withstand the elements as well as any other hand bag. I believe it should hold your purse, keys and few personal items and even your diet pills but just don’t try to overload it with too much - don’t forget that it’s made of cardboard! Just for the eco-shopper records - the bag is made to order and does not come with any warranty. In other words, you will be buying it on your own risk

my cotton silk voile swingy shirt from MaxStudio

doris — Mon, 12 May 2008 10:54:55 +0000

Finally, I managed to collect my purchases from MaxStudio.com from Singapore. If you are a fan of MaxStudio and don’t need to buy that beautiful top or dress you saw desperately, why not wait for the item to be listed on sale or super sale? Well, you may face the risk of not buying it at the size you want but then again, you can save more than 50% for that risk - that’s if you are not desperate to get that item, of course. I have learnt this from a futures broker friend and I had saved more than $200 on supersale and sale items from MaxStudio. Of all the four items I bought, this had to be my favourite - the cotton silk voile swingy shirt - was $168 but I got it for only $68. The material is beautiful, soft, comfy, very lightweight and absolutely girlish

life changing story of an artisan

doris — Mon, 12 May 2008 06:29:46 +0000

Whenever I read stories of young people getting into trouble with the law at a young age, I feel sad for them and their parents. I believe there are more patients found in drug rehab as social problems continue to be on the rise. Recently, I was encouraged to hear about a life changing story of a young man who soared in his creative career after going through a successful treatment journey. He’s now designing handmade messenger bags to be sold in flea markets and artisan stores. Shoppers love and admire his originality and creative use of paints, colours, fabric and odd materials especially those he picked up from the recycled stations. I do hope that he can launch his handmade bags online soon so that more shoppers can admire his artistic work and be inspired by his creative sense of style. It’s a shame that I can’t find any photo of his works but hopefully he explores the online technology soon.

One of his works resembles this handpainted Alexandra Cassaniti canvas bag except that you won’t be splurging $330 for his.

Wishing all mommies a blessed mother’s day

doris — Sun, 11 May 2008 15:08:43 +0000

To all the lovely mommies who never fails to be there for your children, husbands, family and friends:

“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” ~author unknown

Wishing all mommies of this blog a Very Blessed Mother’s Day! Keep loving and shining!

vote for your fabric

doris — Fri, 09 May 2008 00:05:31 +0000

True enough, there are many ways to launch and promote products online. I was rather impressed by Design Diva when it first launchedits Vote up count down feature. What’s cool about it is when you vote for a particular fabric, the count down starts and you can then purchase it at a cheaper price. With so many fabrics on the online store, the next fabric will be up on count down mode when the previous one is sold. I thought that was a simple yet innovative way to promote the store’s luxury and interior fabric while creating an interest among online shoppers!