Louboutin for your nails….

Twenty years ago Christian Louboutin borrowed the nail polish of the assistant next to him and used it to created the world’s most iconic red sole shoes.

Now he created not only a nail polish that matches exactly the color of his famous red sole but also an entire fabulous color range in a very glamorous and striking bottle….

The price??? Well 50$ … If it’s worthy? I don’t know…one thing i’m sure the bottle is indeed a beautiful piece of art...

Some curiosities:

- The bottle is 20,5cm tall exactly the same height as louboutin's Ballerina Ultima Pump creation;

- The color technicians took 50 attempts to match the polish to the exact shade of the red soles;

- The polish was secretly trailed las February  at selected New York Fashion Week Shows;

- The inspiration of the heavyweight glass bottle comes from the classical 18th -centurys European balustrades;

- The patented triangular brush picks up precise quantity of polish needed for one nail and short bristles avoid grasping air bubbles for a more meticulous application.

Tommy Hilfiger Limited Edition Handbag

For the 8th consecutive year Tommy Hilfiger created a annual limited edition handbag in support of the Breast Health International campaingn.

The 2014 handbag embraces Tommy's classical American cool aesthetic and is on a beautiful andy blue with tan accents and elegant red piping. Effortless casual chic style…

This year the handbag is presented by the Academy Award-nominated actress Naomi Watts "I know how busy life can be " she said "But we canont let that get in the way of taking care of ourselves".

Available starting this October 1st, the handbag will cost 299$, 100$ of which goes directly to the Fund for Living. This global BHI initiative and Fund of Living assists women with breast cancer by covering the cost associated with breast cancer diagnosis and care but not covered by insurance such as transportation to a medical appointment  and child care. The handbag is intended to bring awareness to breast health and breast check-ups.

Valentino S/S15 Collection

Valentino is Valentino…And I just love it…

The Spring Summer 2015 collection is just gorgeous!!! The creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli were inspired by the 18th century tradition of the Grand Tour. " A journey that explores the art, philosophy and traditions of Italy".

Here are my favorites….

Swarovski "Facets of Light " collection 2014, unveiled at Lagoona Mall

To celebrate the launch of its 2014 Fall/Winter “Facets of Light” collection, Swarovski with the collaboration of Fash Squad Qatar hosted a spectacular event at its Lagoona Mall boutique with VIPs, loyal customers, local media and brand representatives in attendance.

Photo: the blue chic

Combining the finest techniques with a brilliant array of colors, Swarovski has created a Fall/Winter collection that highlights the radiance and resplendence of crystal as no one but a ‘master of facets and light’ could. Sharp, classic, chic pieces compose looks fitting for a diversity of personalities, tastes and occasions. In short, there is something for everyone, and plenty of opportunity for unique, personalized combinations.

Photo: Maria M Vaz

Photo: Maria M Vaz

While describing her intentions for the new collection, Swarovski Creative Director Nathalie Colin explained: “My constant search for modernity will meet refinement, glamour and femininity in this collection that celebrates lights, facets and reflections. All in all, this collection perfectly exemplifies Swarovski’s DNA by combining art, fashion and creation in a sparkling way.”

The unveiling of “Facets of Light” was an occasion to view the latest Swarovski trends generating exceptional artistic effects, especially concerning the mix and match of crystals. By exhibiting “live-styling” on mannequins, the trendy jewelry brand demonstrated how jewelry can transform a silhouette. 

Photo: Maria M Vaz

Photo: Maria M Vaz

Photo: Maria M Vaz

Photo: Maria M Vaz

The collection look amazing, got my eye in several pieces…. Nothing better then to pay a visit to the beautiful boutique at Lagoona Mall and check it out yourself! 

O Captain! My Captain! BY WALT WHITMAN

I read this poem some time ago, and found it profound and interesting. "O Captain, My Captain" is an elegy, describing Abraham Lincoln's death through an analogy.

Full of symbolism Whitman referrers to Lincoln as the head of a great ship (America) crossing the sea (Civil War) and then nearing the port towards "end of war". Its interesting how he symbolizes the port as a goal of the Union to free the salves and then when the ship reaches near the port…The Captain falls dead on the deck signifying Lincoln's assassination.

Walt Whitman's grief is accentuated through the contrast of celebrations of victory and lamentations of death….

O Captain! My Captain!

O Captain! my Captain! our fearful trip is done,

The ship has weather’d every rack, the prize we sought is won,

The port is near, the bells I hear, the people all exulting,

While follow eyes the steady keel, the vessel grim and daring;

But O heart! heart! heart!

O the bleeding drops of red,

Where on the deck my Captain lies,

Fallen cold and dead.

O Captain! my Captain! rise up and hear the bells;

Rise up—for you the flag is flung—for you the bugle trills,

For you bouquets and ribbon’d wreaths—for you the shores a-crowding,

For you they call, the swaying mass, their eager faces turning;

Here Captain! dear father!

This arm beneath your head!

It is some dream that on the deck,

 You’ve fallen cold and dead.

My Captain does not answer, his lips are pale and still,

My father does not feel my arm, he has no pulse nor will,

The ship is anchor’d safe and sound, its voyage closed and done,

From fearful trip the victor ship comes in with object won;

Exult O shores, and ring O bells!

But I with mournful tread,

Walk the deck my Captain lies,

Fallen cold and dead.

Valentino Logo-go Bag re-edited

Valentino have just re-edited the Valentino Garavani Logo-Go Bag. The creative Directors Maria Grazia and Pierpaolo Piccioli took from the house's archives from the 80's this bag and re-invented it for this Fall/Winter 2014 collection.

The bags are definitely a vintage classic bag, brought to life in beautiful pastel colors that will never get out of fashion.

Definitely a must on any girls wardrobe! A classic is never to much right?

Photos: Valentino website and Instagram

Blue Wish #5

Have you seen the limited edition "Fan" shoe by Ralph & Russo….OMG!!!! Stunning, stunning, stunning!!!