Clearly the recession is over because $2300.00 for a pair of shoes didn’t break a sweat for all the girls who went out and bought these Balmain Sandals. They are sold out everywhere and haven’t been out for that long. I’m sure it doesn’t hurt that all the celebs are wearing them everywhere you look. I’m a little surprised people have taken such a liking to them though since they are way blinged out. I guess that’s what we’ve been building up to.. everyone is used to a little bling, now we are ready for the BIG BLING. I love them so much though and hope they do another run.. just one more guys.

Looks like they were originally being sold for $1600.00 but the only place that has them left (not to mention only size 38) is Net-a-Porter and they’ve jacked them up to $2300!!

The Fashionable Housewife found some great luxe-for-less options for these Balmains… must see.

Did some damage at Santana Row this weekend.. then decided to put on my own fashion show. Lucky you get front row seats HAHA!

PS. Post-shopping-splurge (generally about 48 hours after the thrill of the kill), both Snoopy and I had some post-shopping second thoughts. I may return at least 1 pair of the 2 pants that I bought, and 1 top. BTW, both these items didn’t make the cut to get featured in my video. The power of the subconscious…

Before watching this video let me explain… As you know from my previous post I was drooling over the LV Camouflage/Monogramouflage Speedy. Thanks to one of my best GFs I was alerted the LV in Valley Fair had a few of them in stock. I believe they told us that there were like 5,000 units in total and their store had received 5 of them. I did some unthinkable things to get to the store in time to scope my precious out… but… but… I was totally disappointed! It looked scary big and just scary to me in person. I think that’s the problem with looking at a product photo for too long. You get disillusioned. Long story short I didn’t want it anymore (which i regret more now since I’m getting more used to it!) and I got this other bag which.. just watch… overall my story just sucks but I figured I might as well make a video!!

This is a big first step for me so no laughing and making fun of me!!! My Mom already told me I’m really boring… and she’s right HAHA! I watched it over again and realize I sound like a robot. I’ll need to work on being more natural in front of the camera. Talk to you guys later…

Lately while fingering through the racks at the mall I haven’t been able to tell whether it’s a top or a dress,
and the guys are wondering whether we’ve left the house w/o our pants
on. Yes.. that means the mini or should i say micro dress is very much
in these days. I’m going to have to kick it up a little at my
kickboxing this month if I want to be ready for this summer trend..

It’s been awhile since I put together one of these collages.. hope you find something you like. Just remember — wear it bare! A nice tan won’t hurt either.

Click on each item to go directly to the website.

It was a colorful party. Mostly luxe looks to my satisfaction. Here was the best and the worst of the Red Carpet roll at the 2007 MTV Movie Awards…

What was Luxe

Arielle Kebbel — perfect!

Alex Vega — I’m really into sexy back so I’ll overlook these shoes.

Nay on Rihanna’s hair but I love the unique pattern of this floor length dress. It suits her style perfectly for a Red Carpet look.

Lauren Conrad — her hair is perfect with this dress.. again overlooking the shoes.

I’m a little disappointed with Jessica Alba’s outfit since she normally knocks it out but she still looks good as usual. Again, what’s is wrong with everyone’s shoe selections??

This looks like a classic BCBG dress… Paris’ shoes did it for me though. Classic, safe…

Debbie Matenopoulos — Grecian Goddess of the Red Carpet.

Ashley Tisdale — Barbie doll but cute.

Aly and AJ — Fun I guess.

What was Suxe

Little Eva Mendes on the Prairie.. then she grabs her big ‘ole luxury handbag.

I cease to be amazed.

Vanessa Hudgens — this dress is ok but why the Red Carpet?.. her hair is gorgeous though!

Somewhere in between

Too safe with legs like that. I suppose the legs are the centerpiece..

Maybe it’s her pose, maybe it was how she just blends into the backdrop
– how unfortunate is that?, or maybe it’s just the fredericks of
hollywood feel of the dress… Victoria normally looks posh to me but
all I’m feeling on her are those pretty little silver points.

This look screams overage seductress.

I’ve noticed lately that my work/professional style has been slipping. It prolly has a lot to do with my Forever21 obession. I keep stocking up on cute trendy pieces… fit for a 21 yr old. Damn it. I need to restrain myself a little more… Look your age girl!

I spent the last hour focusing on work-ready wear and here’s a look I put together on Polyvore (See "THE" Tool for Helping to Decide What to Wear — Polyvore"). BTW Polyvore just added a color-picker so you can filter the items in the editor down by color. It’s pretty helpful if you like to use the items everyone else has added to polyvore. I find it easier to just find my own clothes and add them myself.

What I like about my work look:

1. A big a** bag for all my junk (Anna Corina Black Patent Leather Tote). All of you who know me know how much crap I tote around with me. I’m the girl you want with you when you stain your shirt, or get stuck in an elevator — always got snacks on me
2. A crisp shirt, structured just enough to not make me look fat. Yes, i do feel fat sometimes (fat is relative I tell you).
3. Flat shoes… I know I’m getting older as my average heel height shrinks.

Jessica’s trying out another look. I’d say try again. But hey at least she’s trying!

This look could work for the new Hot Dog on a Stick uniform. I would have gone with gold strappy heels… Regardless, Eva still looks great.

Korean actors and actresses sure know how to get dolled up… but these brothers and sisters need to learn how to work that Red Carpet.  I’m going to have to send word back to Korea to work on that Red Carpet pose and wave.

In any case, how excited was I when I found these photos in Wireimage?

All in all sexy legs and backs were big. White/ light hues also were a dominant theme. Here’s the best and the worst of it.

43rd Annula Paek Sang Art Awards — The Arrivals

Lee Jung-Ah

The tiered dress is going strong… I luve it. They are comfy comfy and are awesome for covering the post-dinner pot bellies.

Han Ye-Sul

Too much white for me here but still look nice. She should have gone with some gold open toe stilettos or peep toes for a more appropriate Red Carpet Look. She looks like she’s having a good time though! Definitely the most natural looking out of them all.

Son Ye-Jin

Nice hue and I like  the draped effect of the dress.

Yum Jung-Ah

This is a nice take on a snakeskin print.

Park Si-Yeon

I can’t quite tell but Si-Yeon’s hair is either way LUXE  or really SUXE.  You be the judge. The back of her gown is very flattering. I would love a dress like this!

The Men

Women across the world… Here they are!

Lee Jun-Ki

— They don’t come any prettier than this.

Kim Ju-Hyuk

— If you haven’t seen it yet… "Love Me Not".

Lee Byung-Hyun

And finally… Fashion Victim of the Night

You In-Young

In-Young-shi… did you check in the mirror before you walked out the door? Didn’t your friend tell you that the attack of the scissors look was never in? Last time I check in Korea this was the case as well.

April 10 was the premiere for "Perfect Stranger". Halle Berry… gurl is lookin’ good. I’d like to age reversely too!

Halle Berry — Luxe

Berry Berry good. I am feelin’ the dress, with the shoes, with the backdrop. That takes some coordination. Check out how her heel insets match the red carpet and text behind her. The dress has a unique neckline, not just a standard whatever you call that neck but I love how the two straps connect into a Y. Y Strap?

Clea Lewis — Suxe

Clea, you look lost. Were you on your way to church or to a gathering of home dressmakers. Well I must hand it to you — you do match the red carpet too!

Christy Turlington — Luxe

This barely qualifies because I’d NEVER pick out that top for myself. But Christy has her Outfit Composition down. I love that she was a little daring with those ankle boots and black opaque tights. The thin black sash was a must in order to "tie" the look together. And her lacy somethin’ somethin’  peeking out from under her demure tunic is deceptively innocent. She also picked the perfect hairstyle to complement this frilly girly outfit — clean, straight, simple.

Julia Stiles — Suxe

Julia Hoolia! What were you thinking? You should have saved this for Easter. This dress is for women twice your age… or at least NOT the red carpet. I also am not feelin’ the Amish pumps to further frump this look out.

Adriana Lima — Suxe

This look is playboy bunny-esque and I’m hoping that’s not what Adriana was going for. If she was well good job gurl!

So overall… I am un-enthused about the style factor here at the Perfect Stranger Premiere other than the featured star Halle herself. Maybe that’s the cardinal unspoken rule. Do not look better than the star. I can live with that!