Ho appena finito di leggere Rock Trip di Kevin Sampson (titolo originale Powder), storia di una fantomatica band di Liverpool, i Grams, dal successo dirompente quanto effimero. Non è un capolavoro, anzi, ma la storia è coinvolgente, soprattutto nella parte iniziale, quella dell’ascesa, il declino è trattato in modo un po’ frettoloso.
Comunque, è un libro intriso di britpop, pubblicato nel 1999, quando il britpop, almeno per quanto riguarda la sua ondata originale, era già morto. Ho amato gran parte di quel movimento, da buon beatlesiano mi piaceva cogliere le citazioni, gli omaggi. Mi sono appassionato alla sfida Blur/Oasis e, allora con un po’ di dubbi dovuti forse all’età e alle chitarre rumorose degli Oasis, ora più convintamente tenevo per i Blur, più creativi, più Ray Davies, più tutto.
Questa cassettina da weekend è dedicata al britpop, non sono i miei dieci pezzi preferiti, non sono i dieci pezzi migliori, non sono dieci pezzi dei dieci artisti più rappresentativi del movimento. Sono dieci pezzi che mi piacciono e per questo vanno presi. Ma anche no. Buon weekend.

Beautiful ones – Suede

Country house – Blur

Live forever – Oasis

Common people – Pulp

This is the one – Stone Roses

What do I do now? – Sleeper

Bittersweet Symphony – Verve

Come back to what you know – Embrace

Connection – Elastica

The day we caught the train  – Ocean Colour Scene

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It’s been a while since I’ve had a chance to post, but it seems that I am still fixated on the Fall/Winter 2009 Chloe collection. Just can’t get over the amazing shoes they put out this season. Today, I lost my voice talking about how amazing they are, so I had to immortalize them on Zebra Swag. It is really mind boggling how much quality shoes can affect my emotions… my heart was really beating faster while flipping through the shoes section on Chloe.com.

I usually don’t get so worked up about shoes that are inaccessible in terms of the price, but these are just out of this world. Butterflies in my stomach, no lie…

Is there a better over the knee boot than this?

These would last forever! They are still on the outer edge of accessibility for me right now… Maybe next year, I can afford such delights.

Après plus de 4 jours sur le canapé, les séries télévisées sont toutes vues, les factures sont payées et rangées, les cartes de noël prêtes a être postées, tout les mails sont répondus, tout est en ordre, le contrôle est enfin repris. Les points de suture sont en phase de rétablissement, mais je n`ai pas le droit, de marcher…C`est une interdiction.

L`air frais de dehors me manque un peu, j`ai bien des choses à faire en ville. En profiter pendant que les autres travaillent pour aller flâner dans le centre aurai été le bon moment.

Du coup, pendant ce temps, je savoure les plaisirs de la tranquilité et j’admire le paysage. Le soleil se lêve à 8h, et je suis déja habillée, prête pour une nouvelle journée….au canapé.

Quand le soleil est présent (deux jours cette semaine!), de multiples ombres se cachent, se faufilent…Les effets sont sympa!

Je me remet aussi à la découverte des plantes, j`essaie d`avoir la main verte…Ce n`est pas mon plus grand fort. Il faut bien que quelqu’un s`occupe de la faune et de la flore de la maison…

Et dès la nuit tombée, dans les environ de 15h en ce moment, l`appartement est illuminé par de nombreuses bougies aux odeurs et couleurs différentes.

Avec un bon livre, l`ambiance est chaleureuse…En fait, rester chez soi, sur un bon canapé, c`est pas si mal que ca!

Edit: Encore 6 jours avant la fin du concours photo!!Envoyez moi vos participations!

If you are unfamiliar with “FEIT” pronounced ‘fight’, is a brand we got introduced through the boys at Apartment, from the very beginning there was something very distinct about this brand from Sydney. From the start their product always came across as almost over engineered sneakers, not in a negative way because you see value in their thought pattern and understand the passion they have for their craft and product.

Things such as the pull tags to keep the tongue in check, the metal lace locks that clamp down on laces they provide which are always perfectly mated to a shoe and the Vibram 3 Piece Sole Unit they use always offers a comfortable fit straight out of the box. These are just some of the things that over time you really appreciate.

- T

Check out their latest after the jump

Their latest offerings definitely deliver according to their credo its well chosen materials with excellent craftsmanship and extreme attention to details.  The new Moc Hi boot, when we received our regular newsletter from FEIT both of us just had the same reaction, “These boots look insane!”

They look like the sort of things you could conquer any terrain in and still remains aesthetically sleek enough to look dapper. The Dsrt Hi boot is also another new addition to their line, its FEIT’s interpretation of a well known shape with the addition of their sensibility, level of craftsmanship and the choice of material really sets these high cut boots apart from the pack.

Available at Feit Shop

Hi cut. Hi sheen Ox Blood box leather. Traditional hand sewn moccasin construction. Cream stitcing. Genuine hand made Goodyear welt. Lightweight EVA Vibram outsole. Waxed laced. Brass details. Calf leather lining. Calf leather insole.

Hi cut. Hi sheen black box leather. Traditional hand sewn moccasin construction. Tone on tone stitcing. Genuine hand made Goodyear welt. Lightweight EVA Vibram outsole. Waxed laced. Gun metail details. Calf leather lining. Calf leather insole.

Hi Cut. All sand suede. Treated leather toe bar. Off white midsole. Tone on tone stitching. Leather lace. Brass details. Calf leather lining. Calf leather insole.

Hi Cut. All Black suede. Treated leather toe bar. All black midsole. Tone on tone stitching. Leather lace. Gun metal details. Calf leather lining. Calf leather insole.

To assure you we aren’t talking out of our asses here is my pair of Pintha Hi’s by far the most comfortable shoe I own.

Hi Cut. Black kudu reverse. Treated leather toe bar. Tone on tone stitching. Laser cut tongue branding. Leather lace. Leather insole. Gun metal details. Reinforced heel stitching and flap. Kudu leather lining.

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Oui, triste vestige du passé ici aussi, et je ne parle pas de la grosse Baïonnette ou du sabre.

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I finally got time to go shopping again!  I guess it’s technically almost winter, but the weather outside says otherwise, which is okay by me!  I found some really cute stuff, below are my faves:

The holidays are coming up, which means a lot of parties and functions.  Here are a few party dress options:

Love the colors in this Max & Cleo tube dress from Sonny B. $150

Metallics are also a fun option from black for the holidays.  This Ya tube dress from Sole Searching is so cute! $49

Another option is this Max & Cleo Silver dress from Sonny B. $150

If you’re looking for a dress thats a little less flashy, but still fun, this Max & Cleo Fringe dress is perfect! Also from Sonny B., $157.50

I’m also loving this Max & Cleo classy purple houndstooth print dress from Sonny B. $110 This one can be dressed up or down!

Another fab look for the holidays is a great pantsuit, with a fun shirt.  Check out this outfit.  Grab the BCBGeneration Tuxedo jacket from Lula Balou $128….

Layer it over this BB Dakota sequin tank from Sonny B. $66

And finally finish it off with these BB Dakota skinny black pants also from Sonny B. $84

Right now Sole Searching has some fabulous necklaces that can dress up any outfit.  Looking for something edgy, yet refined? you need this gold & onyx necklace. $169

For a classier look try this impressive freshwater pearl necklace, $120, which has matching pearl hoop earrings 

or either of these Lenora Dame Pearl Necklaces $115, $120

And every lady needs a good cocktail ring.  Choose from any of these plus more at Sole Searching, $29-$39

During this time of year, I am always on the lookout for cute long-sleeved dress.  The buttons on the sleeves really do it for this Vfish dress from Sole Searching, $115

Another option to winter-ize your skimpier dresses are to layer long-sleeved shirts underneath.  The sleeves on this Mystree black shirt make it more dramatic.  From Lula Balou, $48

Turtlenecks can feel very restricting, but the cut-out lace shoulders of this XCVI shirt makes it a little more refreshing and super-cute to wear under a tube dress.  From Sole Searching, $99

Both of these shirts also play well with the trend this fall to emphasize shoulders.  Another trend that is big right now is draping.  Whether its used in more of a sporty style, like this Gado Gado skirt from Sole Searching, $69

or whether its incorporated into an every-day piece, like this Aryn K. navy blouse from Sonny B., $89, this look is always flattering.

Textures are also very happening during this time of year.  How fun is this Ya vest from Sole Searching? $49

Differnt textures and patterns are also good for outerwear, since this is the part of your outfit that people see the most when it gets chilly.  This 3 Sisters paisley coat from Lula Balou is guaranteed to be a head-turner, $248

This D.E.P.T tweed jacket reminds me of Chanel, and I love everything Chanel! Also from Lula Balou, $140

This Fumblin’ Foe military style brocade jacket is also a nice choice, from Lula Balou, $130

Another way to dress up your outerwear, is with fabulous shoes!! Boots & booties are a must!  These Seychelles black booties from Sole Searching kick booty! $115

Buckles are hot right now, especially on these Not Rated grey boots from Lula Balou, $75

These Matiko suede booties are cuties! From Lula Balou, $140

Looking for something taller and funky?  These two Irregular Choice boots are for you.  First pair from Lula Balou, $248, second from Sole Searching, $269

As far as bags go this season, faux-skin is in.  Love the utility of this Shiraleah handbag from Sonny B. $89

This Melie Bianco bag is super soft! From Sole Searching, $89

The bucket style handbag is also back.  This Melie Bianco bag has the option of using a longer strap, and I love the woven texture.  Also from Sole Searching $110.

What are some other pieces that I need this season you ask?  Well, for one, a hot mini skirt!  This  BCBGeneration body con skirt from Lula Balou is very slimming, and versitile.  Wear it with a cute top for going out, or a t-shirt to dress it down, $88

Another piece that I wear almost every day is a cardigan.  Even though I don’t ride horses, I tend to love everything equestrian, like this Charlotte cardigan from Lula Balou, with it’s horse and bridle print.  $118

And don’t forget to add a little bit of color to your winter wardrobe.  Its easy to wear all black, but its more fun to wear a color!  Try this Trinity multi-colored tank for literally a splash of color.  From Sonny B., $62.50

Well hopefully you will all leave a little bit inspired   Have a Happy Thanksgiving, and safe travels!

Naturalizer was started back in 1927 with the idea of comfort and of course fashion. In today’s world comfort is the idea in shoes for women. Neutralizer’s promise was to deliver stylish, comfortable shoes and still to this day they deliver on that promise. There shoes are made of leather and soft suede’s for any walk in the park or for a busy work day. Naturalizer has many styles flats, casual, sport, dress, sandals, boots and handbags. With there casual detail in every design of shoe, you will feel good throughout the day wearing Naturalizers. You can shop 24 hours a day at Naturalizer.com and always know your item should arrive within 2-5 business days with there low cost shipping charges. Returns are just as easy. If for any reason you are not happy with your Naturalizer purchase you can send the unworn shoes back for a full refund or exchange. Need them returned quicker well you can always visit a Naturalizer store for a quicker return or exchange. Naturalizer has been trusted by many women for over 40 years so why not trust your feet in the comfort of Naturalizer.

Here they come with their make-up on
as lovely as the clouds, come and see them,
Boys and girls and their mums and their words
and their romances and jobs and their sons,
Barking mad kids, lonely dads
who drug it up to give it some meaning,
From the raves to the council estates
they’re reminding us there’s things to be done.

But you and me, all we want to be is lazy,
you and me, so lazy…

Here they come gone 7am
getting satellite and sky getting cable,
Bills and Bens and their mums and their friends
who just really, really want to be loved,
Uncle Teds and their legendary vests
helping out around the disabled,
From the flats and the maisonettes
they’re reminding us there’s things to be done.

But you and me, all we want to be is lazy,
you and me, so lazy…
It’s you and me, it’s you and me, you and me…

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Cette semaine nous avons cuisiné pour notre cours de management international. Au début du Semestre nous avions dû choisir un pays pour étudier les différences culturelles et leurs impacts sur la gestion d’une entreprise. Cours trés interéssant au passage. Sylvain avait choisi l’Italie et moi la Suède.

Pour notre dernier cours nous avons du préparer une spécialitée du pays en question.

Sylvain a cuisiné des lasagnes et moi des Kanelbular (patisseries à la cannelle dont la recette m’a été donnée par mon frère)

On a voulu tester au chocolat, car Sylvain n’aime pas la canelle, et bien les authentiques étaient bien meilleurs 

Et voila le résultat:

Les lasagnes de Sylvain étaient très bonnes, mais Patisseries un peu moins en tout cas moins belle que celles de Rom1 et Isa.

Et pour ceux qui s’inquiètent: non on ne fait pas que manger !!! On a pas pris un seul gramme…

Every week, Saturday that is, I will post my favorite item spotted in stores around Cairo. It can be a shoe we all lust over, a bag we can snag, just a jacket, a stylish skirt, a do-it-all dress, jagged jewelry, or nifty nail polish.  Hope you enjoy!

Christian Louboutin Lace & Suede Booties

I have been lusting over these Louboutin booties since September; hence, being my 1st Item of the Week.  Need I say much about Louboutin other than he has, by far, kicked Manolo Blahnik out of the race more than 3 years ago.  His designs are feminine yet trendy, stylish and breathtaking.  These elegant lace and suede booties will be the statement of any outfit, but come with a hefty price tag.  I love how they are reminiscent of boots worn 1800’s and can still be worn in 2010!  Found at Beymen, Four Seasons Nile Plaza.

A girl’s shoe should always be a source of admiration for the other girl who isn’t wearing them!

Plusieurs personnes et organismes mettent à la disposition de la communauté internaute des ressources qui sont gratuites si elles sont utilisées à des fins pédagogiques non commerciales. Elles sont identifiées le plus souvent par le logo Creative commons.

Voici quelques sites internet qui proposent de telles images et qui conviennent à des projets en univers social, donc en histoire. Il vous revient de vérifier les conditions d’utilisation, qui peuvent différer d’un site à l’autre. Habituellement, on demande d’indiquer le créateur ou bien l’organisme qui diffuse l’image. Parfois, il est interdit de modifier l’image.

Musée McCord

Le Musée Mccord offre plus de 135 000 images du Canada(photographies, caricatures, dessins, estampes, etc) qui datent du 19e et du 20e siècle. Chaque image est disponible en quatre formats. Très facile à intégrer à un blogue; on copie le code html et c’est fait.

Adresse: http://www.mccord-museum.qc.ca

Rue Saint-Jean, Québec, Qc, 1865 -via Musée McCord

Flickr

Il y a d’abord les albums du photographe Mario Groleau. Ces albums contiennent des photographies anciennes du Québec (surtout de Trois-Rivières), des cartes postales, des photographies d’éléments de notre patrimoine (ex. maisons anciennes, églises).

Adresse: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mario_groleau/sets/

Ensuite, il y a The Commons, toujours sur Flickr. Vous allez y trouver des photographies d’archives provenant des quatre coins du monde. Le Musée McCord (Canada), The Library of Congress (États-Unis), Nationaal Archief (Pays-Bas), Swedish National Heritage Board (Suède) entre autres participent à cette initiative.

Adresse: http://www.flickr.com/commons/

Église de Trois-Rivière, 1877 - @Mario Groleau

RECITUS

Le site web du RECITUS contient une banque d’images en univers social, classées par catégorie.

Adresse: http://www.recitus.qc.ca/ressources/banque-images

Schéma sur la population en Amérique du Nord vers 1645 @Recitus

Bibliothèque et archives nationales du Québec (BANQ)

Sur le site de la BANQ, on a un choix immense. Les images sont nombreuses dans Pistard, Iris et dans les collections numériques. Dans Iris, cochez collection numérique dans Collections. Le crayon à côté de la notice indique une image numérisée. Pour ce qui est de Pistard, vous cliquez sur le titre du fonds et le nombre de documents numérisés par cote est indiqué. Dans la section collection numérique, on retrouve des cartes, des plans, des journaux, cartes postales, à vous d’explorer…Les conditions d’utilisation des images de la BANQ sont expliquées ici. Je pense que cette section manque de clarté. Vous aurez peut-être à faire des recherches supplémentaires pour déterminer si l’image est libre de droit, donc dans le domaine public.

http://www.banq.qc.ca

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Les autorités sanitaires norvégiennes annoncent avoir découvert une mutation potentiellement importante du virus H1N1 de la grippe A susceptible d’être responsable de symptômes très graves chez les patients touchés.

“La mutation pourrait affecter la capacité du virus de pénétrer plus profondément dans le système respiratoire, provoquant de ce fait des maladies plus graves”, estime l’Institut norvégien de santé publique dans un communiqué.

Les autorités ajoutent toutefois n’avoir aucune raison de croire que cette mutation ait une quelconque implication sur les effets des vaccins contre la grippe ou des médicaments antiviraux fabriqués par des laboratoires comme Roche, GlaxoSlithKline, Novartis ou AstraZeneca.

Le H1N1, qui associe des virus porcin, aviaire et humain, a tué plus de 7.000 personnes dans le monde.

En Norvège, la mutation a été décelée dans les corps de deux patients tués par le virus – premières victimes de la pandémie dans ce pays – et d’une personne très grièvement malade.

Pour les autorités sanitaires, on ne sait pas clairement si le virus qui a muté a été transmis aux êtres humaines.

“Sur la base de nos connaissances actuelles, il ne semble pas que le virus qui a muté circule actuellement dans la population, mais plutôt que des changements spontanés se sont produits chez les trois patients”, a précisé le directeur de l’institut norvégien, Geir Stene Larsen, dans un communiqué.

Vingt-trois personnes sont mortes du virus H1N1 en Norvège, un chiffre relativement élevé compte tenu de la faible population du royaume.
yahoo

Bey voila, je vous l’ai dit plusieurs fois et rien n’était plus prévisible.Le virus mute et devient plus virulent, mais les vaccins sont tout de même efficaces !!! c’est le bouquet, ils n’ont honte de rien !!!

Attendez vous à un matraquage médiatique dans les semaines à venir, la grippe tueuse, la super grippe, les qualificatifs ne vont pas manquer.J’espère que les gens vont résister, qu’ils ne vont pas se faire manipuler.La partie n’est pas jouée, si nous voulons maintenir la pression, il faut occuper le terrain, et distribuer des tracts devant les centres de vaccination et dans les lieux publiques.
La non garantie des vaccins dans les contrats et le refus de la pologne et de la république tchèque pour ces raisons devraient faire réfléchir tout le monde.
les liens entre l’eprus, le gieg et les laboratoire également, il faut expliquer que c’est de la corruption, si les labos vendent beaucoup de vaccin, ces organismes auront plus d’argent.
la rapidité de développement est également à critiquer, enfin bref, d’ici peu je vous montrerai un exemple de tract.

Pour l’instant, la souche ne circulerait pas, mais c’est la première fois que l’on nous parle de mutation et de virus plus virulent, l’Ukraine étant un cas particulier étant donnée le peu d’information, quoique hier ou avant hier nous avons appris que plusieurs virus se seraient recombinés en un seul extrèmement virulent.

L’hiver va être long en manipulation, et l’hiver prochain ce sera la même chose.N’oubliez pas qu’à terme, l’OMS veut vacciner la planète entière.

La vaccination sur les femmes enceintes ont commencé, et il y déja un problème, heureusement que les mamans ne sont pas bêtes !!! L’instinct maternel surement…

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Suede – The Drowners
Can’t be bothered elaborating on shit anymore.

I did as planned for Saturday morning. I queued outside H&M to avail of the limited edition Jimmy Choo products on offer. I arrived at 08.00 to find an orderly queue of around two hundred – most of whom were women – snaked around the corner of South King Street. Anticipation filled the air; it were as if the crowd might suddenly break into a sprint. The line contained just a few men accompanied by girlfriends. The best pickings of Jimmy Choo’s men’s range were as good as mine, I thought. My brother, Catherine and I waited patiently in the drizzling rain, making chit chat with some of the others in the queue.

At 09.00 the doors of the store swung open. The queue slithered at a quick pace until it was consumed by the entrance.  In mere seconds, the ground floor of H&M descended into chaos. Countless women bounded for the centre of the shop, rummaging and throwing garments aside. Many grabbed anything they could, paying no heed to size or colour. I have since learned that a member of staff received a kick in the back by an aggressive customer. I am grateful to have given the lady-shoppers as wide a berth I did. I left Catherine to her sorority of fashion-enthusiasts. I made my way to the refuge of the men’s section. As the Bro and I descended on the escalator, I briefed him on the rules of engagement.

At the foot of the stairs was the Jimmy Choo range. It easily stood out from H&M’s regular collection. The clothes were adorned with lush, royal blue tags. The shiny, blue stacks of shoe boxes were a sight to behold. On my wish list was a leather jacket and suit. I rushed to the suits to secure my size. I quickly learned there were limited sizes on offer. I tried on a jacket. It was a little baggy. I opted for a thirty six waist trousers instead of a thirty four. Unfortunately, the men’s changing room had become an overflow to the women’s. There was no possibility I could try my suit on. My Bro suggested I strip in a quiet corner of the store, if I were desperate. I did consider it for a moment. The Bro and I separated to find the leather jackets.

“Find the leather jackets in size large!” I instructed him firmly. “Grab one in black and brown, if they have both colours!”

Minutes later, after no success, I scanned the increasing number of bodies to locate him. His eyes met mine.

“Any luck with the jacket?”

“Is that them?” He pointed to some shabby looking, fake leather jackets.

Frustrated, I glanced around the men’s section. Suddenly, it was obvious that this little island of fancy clothes and shoe boxes was the entirety of the Jimmy Choo men’s range. Only one third of the men’s range was on sale. There were no jeans, scarves or jackets. I located a member of staff.

“Hi, can you tell me where the leather jackets are?”

A young – and quite attractive – guy with a British accent shrugged. “Sorry, mate. This is the extent of it. They sent no leather jackets.”

“Oh!” I responded. Young, Sexy Shop Assistant turned to accommodate a pushy customer.

I stood there a little dumbstruck. What was I to do with the remaining few hundred euro I budgeted to spend? Catherine appeared from nowhere out of the bustling group of men. She carried a few items. I recognised a grey dress from coverage of the celebrity launch party earlier that week.

“How did you get on?” she asked in expectation.

“There are no leather jackets, Catherine! I am disappointed. What do you have?”

“I got these,” she replied as she held out her prizes. Two dresses draped from hangers. “I like this grey dress, but it’s not my size. It’s expensive. This other dress is pretty much all I could get. I am not mad on it either.”

We concluded she would not purchase either dress. She was not completely happy. She hung both Jimmy Choo dresses on a rail. Both garments were pilfered within seconds.

“What do you think of my suit, Catherine?”

She looked about my person. “Where is it?”

My brother howled with laughter.

“I’m wearing it now,” I said dismissively. “You are obviously astounded by its fabulousness.”

We all laughed.

“Is it a little big for you?” This question was put gently.

I turned to the mirror. I made an assessment of its size. A nearby woman advised the suit was a “fine” fit. My doubts were quashed. On the way to the pay point I stumbled over one or two shoe boxes that carelessly littered the floor. Maybe shoes would cater to the void my leather jacket would have so perfectly filled. I opened a shoe box to find a brown pair of suede boots. A second box contained the same.

“I hate suede,” I said to Catherine as I opened yet another box. “Behold! More suede boots.”

I reached for my fifth box. I could sense my brother’s impatience. There was no horrid suede boots. This box contained a pair of breathtakingly beautiful, black, leather boots. I gasped. I placed a hand to my chest.

Young, Sexy Shop Assistant reappeared in front of me. “Try them on,” he said (in probably less a provocative manner than I recall).

A good looking man need never instruct me twice. I sat on a display shelf and wedged my wide foot into the boot. They fit perfectly. I strutted up and down the shop, wearing one boot.

“I’m taking them,” I announced aloud. “And I am taking this Jimmy Choo wallet too.”

I proceeded to the pay point. Young, Sexy Shop Assistant had just opened a till (especially for me). He beckoned me forward. We made conversation as he meticulously folded the suit.

“You’re very lucky to find these boots,” he said. “These were the most popular item of the range.”

I lapped up the attention as I handed over my cash, momentarily considering suggestively throwing it at him.

Leaving the store, I felt good. I had just flirted outrageously with a sexy guy and bought some Jimmy Choo threads. I can’t exactly recall how I vacated the store; it may have been on a large, white, fluffy cloud.

Back at home, Boyfriend failed to conceive the idea of owning such amazing footwear. Nor did his basic mind grasp my suggestion I was now out of his league.

“I own Jimmy Choo boots,” I advised him. “The stakes are much higher now.”

He did not respond.

Boyfriend will not cease pestering me to remove the boots from the middle of the floor in the living room. They are a focal point; to be admired by all. Someday, I might have to wear them outdoors, but for the moment I desire to savour the perfection that is my black Jimmy Choo boots.

Suede is not a material I’d consider wearing or buying. I am not sure why. I own a black suede dress that looks luxurious and is comfortable but it’s not something I’d instinctively reach out for.

The holiday season is making me think more of suede. It IS a softer, toned-down and more girly alternative to leather… no?

As our weather only now begins to dip into below zero temperatures, it gets me thinking about cute leisure outfits on a lazy Sunday afternoon.  Canadians kill it when it comes to warmwear, especially when dressing for snowy weather. What can I say?  We’re on our A game always. 

Underneath that down parka and tightly wrapped scarf is a casually chic outfit, layered with luxurious texture. And on our tooties, the best indoor/outdoor footwear for climbing snowbanks and dancing our living rooms on a bearskin rug. *haha*  During this time leading up to the holidays, it’s always fun to have friends over for a warm mug of spicy apple cider, decorate sugar cookies and listen to Wham’s “Last Christmas” (I gave you my heart and the very next day, you gave it away.  This year to save me from tears, I’ll give it to someone special…) on repeat.

Here are my current slipper obsessions for Winter Leisure/Chalet Chic Fashion.  Oh yes, there is such a thing!

• Cable knit leggings or slipper socks – ‘Tis very Ralph Lauren meets Whistler ski bunny.  My sister and I had a ten minute discussion on cable knit leggings.  How sweet are these in pale pink or a winter white?  I also adore the giant wool, cable knit slipper socks with pom-poms.  Slap a pom-pom on anything and it’s ‘Adorable!’

Pom-Pom A-go-go: These cable knit socks would make me want to dance.

• Mukluk moccasins – On the 3rd floor of the Bata Shoe Museum, there is an exhibit devoted entirely to Native Indian footwear.  The plethora of styles can be seen on stylish feet all across this fair city – from fringed lace up booties, to fur trimmed suede and beaded Minnetonkas and Mongolian hair space boots.  Wild I say. Wild.

Mukluk Moccasins: Loving the turquoise embroidery and fur balls. Makes me want to catch my dinner.

• Fair Isle – You know grandma’s home made sweaters and socks you receive as stocking stuffers?  Fun fact:  This is the Fair Isle print which is named after the island in Northern Scotland where the knit pattern originated.  The print has taken on new and exciting colour combinations which will ignite any slipper fetish. 

Lurve it: Fair Isle Mukluk sock interpreted in chocolate brown and white.

And because I couldn’t help myself, a final slipper to keep you warm at night and make you dream of sherpa and log-burning fireplaces.  Makes you want to book a week at the chalet, doesn’t it?

Better than an Ugg: Sheepskin Mocassins. Dreamy!

Al termine di questa settimana i due brand statunitensi Supreme e Vans daranno alla luce la nuova collaborazione basata sul modello 106: formato da un totale di 4 modelli in colorazioni differenti. Due di questi modelli sono realizzati con fantasia mimetica, mentre gli altri due sono prodotti in pelle scamosciata, molto più classici e raffinati.
Tutti e 4 i modelli sono accumunati dalla suoletta interna in pelle, marcata Vans.
Le sneakers sono attese dal pubblico dal 27 Novembre, quando saranno disponibili negli stores.