RZ Style-list

I am re-watching the Rachel Zoe Project (RZP) from Seasons 1 to 4 for the nth time by now. RZP is my constant companion during my mini workouts, my dinners at home alone, and basically every time i need a mini break in between all the stress that is going on in my life. Seeing what she does keeps me dreaming and subconsciously pulls me into the world that I want to be in, albeit only temporarily.

I honestly love her style. Her taste is so distinct and her direction in fashion is very clear. She writes her name on every piece of clothing that she wears that even when you see the same style on another person, you would think, "That is so Rachel Zoe."

I am really happy that she decided to venture out with her own brand of clothing and accessories, other than just being a stylist. It is so much easier to follow her sense of style this way.

I was browsing through the collections in shopbop.com and piperlime.com and I saw the same elements that she wears in her everyday life. From the structured jackets, fur vests/coats, the use of white, and exuding effortless glamour with every piece.

Here are my favorites.

1. Cameron tux dress

2. Cheryl Asymmetrical Coat

3.Gia Scarf Top

4. Olivia Blouson Gown

5. Sylvia Cowl Halter Top

6. Audrey Shoulder Bag

7. Blake Platform Sandals

I really want to get my hands on some of these pieces, if only I could try them on first before buying them. I am not really comfortable with buying things online without trying them first. Sadly, there is no store here in Singapore that carries the RZ brand yet. In the mean time, I am happy just looking at them off the screen of my Mac.

Shoes for Gaga

Thanks to icons such as Madonna and Lady Gaga, women around the world have been inspired to push the boundaries and be more daring in their fashion choices. With that, designers have also been more daring to push over the top designs to the consumer public- skulls, spikes, studs have become a prominent part of the designs of many designers. Though these are accessories usually linked with punk and rock artists, they have, in recent years, made their way into the mainstream, showing up on celebrities, socialites, and even the plain Jane on the street.

Check out these shoes that look like they are meant for a futuristic sci-fi movie. Too much to be worn out on the streets, but are nevertheless coveted by girls like me.

From Charlotte Olympia

From Christian Louboutin

There's actually a lot more of these spiked shoes from Christian Louboutin, and I want every single one of them!

That Extra W-edge

Spring is here and finally it is nice to go out and spend time under the sun once again in those shorts and sun dresses.

The cork wedge is a staple for spring/summer as it is both comfortable and fashionable. You will not have to worry about heels sinking on the grass in the garden or on picnics, or on the beach. They also provide enough support for you to be able to go for long walks without the pains of wearing stilettos.

Here are some wedges that will give your outfit that extra edge this season, without sacrificing beauty for comfort.

Nude colors are still must-haves this season.

Here are some options that will update your look without burning a hole in your pocket, same style at a friendlier price point.

If you are looking for something that is a bit more edgy, rebel/ punk rock options, then these cage sandals are for you.

An alternative to the cage sandals, from Charles and Keith.

Kickbox your way through the new year

Every year for the past n years, as far back as I can remember, losing weight has always been at the top of my new year's resolution list. Although in the past few years, I've had a little success in my weight loss plans, it has been a very long and slow process. I've tried going on crazy diets, signing up for gym membership, and getting a personal trainer, but I was never disciplined enough to follow through. This resulted in my weight see-sawing plus minus 5 kg.

This year, I really want it to be different, for various reasons most of which are linked to vanity. So I bought a high energy kickboxing video that I will follow every day. ( i will really try to follow it every day... )

I got the 10-minute solutions Kickbox Bootcamp, which consists of 5 10-minute routines that target different areas for losing weight and shaping up the whole body.

I did it for the first time today and I got to tell you, it is really tiring. That shows just how out of shape I am right now. From today's experience, I think it will be effective to help me reach my weight loss goals. I hope I can have enough motivation to see this whole program through. Wish me luck!

The Kaiser is here

The Kaiser, Karl Lagerfeld, has recently launched a collection of staple pieces at more affordable prices to be sold at net-a-porter.com.

You can now get your hands on a Kaiser piece at less than USD 1,000, with most pieces ranging between USD 150 to USD 500. To be honest, I have been waiting for a long time for Karl to come up with a collection like this ever since I missed his collaboration with H&M. Chanel is just too expensive for a mere auditor like me. Although this collection is still more pricey than its high street counter parts, it is certainly a far cry from the prices at Chanel.

The collection consists of biker jackets, vests, blouses, skinny jeans, and lots of collars, mainly in black, white and silver. It is modern, edgy, and a bit futuristic.Well, what did you expect, this is the Kaiser we are talking about.

Here are the pieces that I loved most from Karl Lagerfeld's Karl collection. They are available at net-a-porter.com and they are selling fast. Go place your orders before they sell out. Some of the pieces are already sold out.

Playful Prada

I was looking at the latest copies of Elle and Style Magazine and came across the latest ad campaign for Prada and I immediately fell in love with it. It's official, Prada is indeed my favorite brand!

The Spring/Summer 2012 Campaign of Prada is full of floral prints, pastels, and some really playful details that are young and fresh. The looks channel playful and glamorous at the same time. The silhouette is really feminine and the shoes add a good edge to balance out the whole look. I don't know what else to say. You've got to see it for yourself.

Here are the pics taken from the Prada website.

The Rise of the Heel-less Shoe

I first saw the trend of heel-less shoes from the young Filipino designer Kermit Tesoro. When I first saw it, I thought to myself, this is ridiculous. There is only so much pain that a woman will be willing to inflict on herself in the name of vanity... But after some time, there have been so many designers both high-end and high-street who are on this trend. These painful shoes are now on the feet of celebrities, socialites, and even bloggers.

Shoes from Kermit Tesoro:

I can't deny it. This trend has started to grow on me. I have been converted.

Here are some options that are more accessible to the masses, in case you want to jump on the trend without burning your pocket.

These 2 are from DAS. (http://www.facebook.com/DASmyshoes)

Here are some less extreme cases, more feet-friendly from the collection of Filipino designer, Rajo Laurel with a mass market shoe brand Parisian Jr.

Thanks to the likes of Lady Gaga who are ready to go to the extreme ends for fashion, something tells me that this trend is not going anywhere soon.