New Anuschka Tag For Me

Aha.

I am still here, people, lurking around the internet and yesterday I made another purchase of one Anuschka accessory.  I know it’s crazy, but I felt that I just had to have this cute luggage tag.

I’ve been rather busy traveling these days, and my old heart-shaped luggage tag gets boring after a while.  Quick update: Mr. BF is taking a vacation and he’s been traveling around with me (so sweet of him).  I think it kinda made up for our cancelled India holiday.  Next week we’re going for another getaway (without me working this time) and I can’t wait.

However, I shopped like crazy when we went to New York three days ago, and look at my most prized fabulous find:

It’s the Joie Bliss Ombre Cardigan.  Haven’t I mentioned my love for ombre stuff?  Well, that is exactly why I fell for this beautiful cardi.  Look at the cute wooden buttons.  Classic.

That’s not the only stuff I got, but let’s just spread them through the week, shall we?

Sophie: In Love With Anna Sui

Oh my GOD!

There, I’ve been saying OMG and Oh My God too much.  I don’t care.  I wanted to scream today because I really really found the IT item to go with almost ALL of my Anuschka bags!  Behold:

You see, I am not much of a boot fan, but this… is like falling in love at first sight.  I mean, what’s not to love?  It’s leather, it’s got other colors than just the boring boring brown, just like my Anuschka bags collection.  Now, I’m putting up some of my favorite Anuschka bags and you will all see how well they will go together with my new Anna Sui boots!

The Anuschka Premium Peacock Safari shoulder bag, which have constantly been my lifesaver on clubbing nights!

My wonderfully colorful Anuschka Medium Satchel Premium Peacock Flower, which is now kinda beat-up because I carry this, like, almost everyday.

The uniquely structured Anuschka Large Shopper Bag in Premium Peacock Flower.  I can just see toting this and wearing the boots and I’ll be in my own runway!  How very supermodel of me.  And it turns out that I just solved the simplest math problem:

Anuschka + Anna Sui = perfection!

Oh it’s just a perfect perfect perfect daaayyy!!!

Welcome Baby!

My best friend Trish went into labour last night and I couldn’t be happier.? It’s a healthy baby girl and they have yet to name her.? Trish is fine, albeit exhausted.? I couldn’t help but feel a bit of an envy growing inside me.? Maybe that’s why, I’m feeling rather maternal today and couldn’t possibly decide what to give as a present!? Too much cute baby-girl stuff today and I’m switching my attention from shopping to checking out the news because I thought it would help clear my head from all those pink, yellow and pastels.

But I found a cute cute news here at People.

It’s said that Kimora Lee Simmons doesn’t approve her kids to wear midriff tops.? ? Omg, she’s such an amazing mom.? If I have a daughter of my own, I wouldn’t let her wear midriff tops either.? Well, not until she’s off-age at least.

Photo by: Gilbert Carrasquillo / FilmMagic

You can read the full news here.

They are absolutely gorgeous together.? I’ve always thought that Kimora Lee Simmons is one of the most beautiful women on the planet.

Speaking of gorgeous… I think since Trish has gotten her baby, it’s time to give the gift I’ve promised her a few months ago.

With this Anuschka Large Square Slouch bag, now she’ll be able to be a real yummy mummy for her cute baby girl!

Love you Trish! Love your baby girl too

Ok, now Aunt Sophie must go back to thinking on what to give baby girl.? Here we go again!

Mix The Max

The house of Gucci just have unveiled its hippie-chic collection yesterday, and I couldn’t be happier. It’s all maxi dresses this summer, people! And below are my personal picks. Notice how my lovely Anuschka Bags complement them beautifully

Left to Right: Dip-Dye Maxi Dress from Lipsy-UK, Anuschka Multi Compartment Satchel in Orchid Chocolate, Bebe Embroidered Tiered Spaghetti-strapped Maxi Dress

Madras Patio Dress from GAP, Anuschka Large Double Compartment Tote, Bebe Strapless Two-toned Ombre Maxi Dress

Bebe Straples, Smocked and Ruffled Maxi Dress, Anuschka Medium Satchel in Peacock Flower

And those are my picks of the day.? I love playing stylist!

Best Deals On Handbags: How To Get Them

For handbag lovers, getting the best deals on the merchandise is quite tricky. Especially if you have a tight budget that doesn’t always go well with your tasteful eyes. Take it from me, I know. So what’s the real deal in shopping for handbags? I’ve got the 411.

Know Yourself
This is the first and foremost thing to do when you are thinking of purchasing an expensive handbag. Reflect on your daily activities and how a handbag will fit your routines. If this is still a blur, let me give you an example: if your work requires you to do long commutes, a medium to large handbag with a shoulder strap is your best bet. I like this Anuschka V-top Hobo. Practicality must always be on top of your list. Examine what you bring to work on a daily basis very carefully as well, as this will determine whether you need a single compartment handbag, or a multi-compartment bag to accommodate your belongings.

Check Your Wardrobe
You might not realize it, but there’s always a majority of colors inside your wardrobe no matter how colorful a person you are. Sort the clothes that you wear most, as this will help you determine what color of handbag you really need. And I’ll tell you what you really need: you’ll need a handbag that complements your overall attire. Matching colors work wonders, but it’s okay to splurge on contrast once in a while. Just make sure it goes with most of your clothings.

Assess Your Previously Owned Bags
This is also an important part before you shop for handbags. You don’t want to get a new handbag that goes unnoticed or worse, makes people go, “What? A new bag? Really? Don’t you already have that?”. This is why you should always check by asking yourself this kind of question: “Do I need another structured bag, like this Anuschka Shopper? Or should I try a hobo, like this Anuschka Medium Hobo for a change?”.

Browse The Internet
Do research on the bag you’re eying, because sometimes the best deals are there in front of your very eyes! I checked around today and found that this gorgeous Anuschka Hobo With Side Pockets is 20% off on eBags, and the deal is only good until midnight 6/18 MDT

Check out the review I made about this Anuschka Hobo With Side Pockets.

So those are some tricks to get the best deals when shopping for handbags. Now if you will excuse me, I’m off to eBags and check the Anuschka section real quick!

My First Official Review :)

I’ve been eying the Anuschka Large Work Tote for a few days now… so I decided to put all my thoughts into a review. Check it out!

Green With Envy

Omg please help me. I can’t stop shopping!

Trish warned me about my yearly pre-season shopping spree, and I did so good last spring, even Mr. BF was amazed. But now, it’s going to be summer and colors are everywhere and they all made me dizzy and… okay, I am rambling now. Seriously rambling.

Oh who cares, I’m parading my latest purchase anyway!

Sue Cox, Gold Tone Disc Necklace.

A bit steep at $65, but hey… it goes well with my lovely green summer dress

And these ol’ babies!

I know I’m supposed to carry woven bags or something ‘beachy’ for the summer, but hey, I’m still in the city so I’ll stay true to my lovely leather Anuschkas. And from my own personal collection, this will be the one.

I might have surrendered to yellow and fuschia when it comes to retro swimsuits and espadrilles, but I guess after today’s purchase, I realize that I’m still a green girl at heart. Don’t you agree?

Summer Simmer

Me and Mr. BF agreed that it’s time to shop for bikinis. Not that he wears them *duh*. He just likes looking at them -like most men do. But this year, I fell in love with a one-piece. It’s so uncharacteristically me to like a one-piece swimsuit, but this one is cute as hell… and you should be deciding: is it a swimsuit, or an ultra-mini dress?

The Siren One Piece Shirred Crossback Sheath Swimsuit $72.00
I know, I know it’s pretty and kinda brought me back to the 50’s. Maybe that’s what I’ll wear this summer. Retro beachwear! There’s the nod of approval from across the desk. That’s right, Mr. BF, I’m gonna be your calendar girl for the summer! And I found another thing that tickled my fancy, to go with this swimsuit.

Printed 3/4 Sleeve Tunic Cover Up Dress by Jordan Taylor $46.00

Ah, I can just see myself in this, sipping sangria by the beach.

And to complete the look, I’ll get just this.

Naturalizer’s Sherene Espadrille Slingback in Chrome $49.95

Oh well, I guess I’m ready for summer.

Are you?

I See This

This is what I dread the most.? You know, having to get eyeglasses.

Lately my vision haven’t exactly been 20/20.? I’ve been trying to deny it, but it came to a point where Mr. B finally put his foot down and commanded me to at least go to an optometrist to get my eyes checked out.? Yes, after months of stalling, I finally surrendered especially after last night where I accidentally stepped on poor Bobo when he was having a nap in front of our TV.? Now the pooch is still traumatized and will whimper in fury whenever he hears me walking.? Poor poor thing.

So anyway, before I go to the optometrist, I wanted to check out some cool eyeglasses frames.? I didn’t want to take contacts because Trish said they require too much maintenance and I certainly don’t want that.? And thank goodness I didn’t, because I wouldn’t bump into this beauty if I did.

? It’s kinda cool, isn’t it?? Now I can pretend that I’m the newer version of Lisa Loeb.? Okay okay I admit, there was some point in the nineties when I was still in junior high… where I used to buy glassless black-framed ‘glasses’ and pretend I was a rock chick.? But this, if I still have at least a good eye, it would be for picking the most stylish stuff even if they mean medications.

The best thing is, it’s only $49 and it suits my face really well :D?