Thursday, September 30, 2010

Look Fabulous From Head to Toe - 1936

In 1936, if you found the perfect dress or suit, your ensemble wasn't complete without the right hat and the smartest shoes. Accessories can still make or break your outfit. Are you paying attention to the details?

Left: Franklin Simon fedora. Sold for $8.95 in 1936 (about $142.00 in today's dollar).
Right: Schiaparelli "Roly-Poly" cap. Sold for $10.00 in 1936 (about $158.00 in today's dollar).

Left: Pandora black doeskin shoe piped in black and gray. Sold for $12.75 in 1936 (about $202.00 in today's dollar).
Right: Stetson Shoe shop suede step-in shoe. Sold for $11.75 in 1936 (about $186.00 in today's dollar).

Left: McCutcheon's navy felt beret with grosgrain trim. Sold for $10.00 in 1936 (about $158.00 in today's dollar).
Right: Rilla Marie black velvet cap with feathers. Sold for $15.00 in 1936 (about $237.00 in today's dollar).


Left: Andrew Geller "Valora" black suede pump with black patent piping. Sold for $10.75 in 1936 (about $170.00 in today's dollar).
Right: Saks Fifth Avenue high cut pump with Cuban heel. Sold for $7.95 in 1936 (about $126.00 in today's dollar).

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Just incase it isn't obvious, I love black maxi skirts and love them even more when they are sheer

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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

BigFatLove: Montblanc Meisterstück Portfolio

Leonardo da Vinci said: "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication".

I think that really suits to describe about this portfolio from Montblanc. Codenamed 'Meisterstück', I just love the simplicity of it with the smooth leather body and very structured design. In a glance it's quite similar to Louis Vuitton Minuto or Prada Saffiano portfolio.

This portfolio is made of Southern German full-grain cowhide which is dyed through using unique Montblanc deep-shine finish. The size is perfect enough if you wanna fill in A4-sized documents or a netbook inside. And with some extra zippered inner pocket, plus a large one on the back - you definitely won't look messed up once you enter the boardroom meeting.

What's more? It also include two slot-in compartments for writing instrument, one medium-sized and six small document pockets, and a ring for keys. Quite a feature, huh, given the size of this portfolio is just 39 x 28.5 x 5 cm - which is perfect enough to make you look sharp when you hold it alongside your smart suit.