Hooly

3 Mart 2014 Pazartesi

[Fashion] For the Love of Mint. #MINTspiration

From left to right: Christian Louboutin So Kate, SJP Collection Bobbi, Manolo Blahnik BB Pump

So it should be no big secret that Mint is one of my favorite colors! It's just so pretty, feminine and it really pops on my skin tone.

Not sure if you've ever noticed but mint is one of the most difficult colors to find in shoes! Especially better quality shoes.

Photo from hollyannaeree's Instagram

If you follow me on Instagram you've seen my most recent mint purchase - "Bobbi" from the Sarah Jessica Parker x Nordstrom collaboration - that gave me the idea for the group photo which gave me the idea for the blog post and here we are. : )

I wanted to show you some of the mint shoes I've found from some of my favorite designers and give you some info on them. (All are Full leather, Italian Made shoes)

Christian Louboutin "So Kate" in Aqua - $625

"So Kate" is currently one of my favorite styles from Christian Louboutin (Instagram write up HERE) - it's for sure one of the more comfortable 120mm no platform shoes I've tried. (Keeping in mind it's still a 5" heel with no platform - it's never going to be like wearing flip flops no matter the brand or price!) The fit is also much better than the previous style of Pigalle (they have changed the Pigalle recently to have a better fit, more like the So Kate yet the new Pigalle falls short for me. Photo comparison HERE and Pigalle vs. Pigalle write up HERE). They are suppose to fit more true to size yet I still find that I need a 36.5 in these (37 is my true size). The patent version of this shoe is a bit difficult to break in, yet the suede I find to be very comfortable right from the start and only get more comfortable with time. For patent So Kate I currently own a black pair and this "aqua" pair - the black broke in quite easily after a few wears around the house while this aqua pair...well I'm still working on it.

(On a side note: as much as I love Louboutins I am kind of taking a break from them - there are other styles that I am just getting into more right now and I am a little over the red sole. Sometimes it's a cool pop but sometimes it's just too much! I don't always want to be so flashy. Who knows, months from now I could be back on the CL train but those are just my thoughts at the moment. It doesn't help that brands like Saint Laurent and Manolo Blahink are about 1000000000X more comfortable (generally speaking).)

SJP Collection for Nordstrom "Bobbi" in Mint - $365

(says Mint on the site yet Blue Suede on the box)

Of all the pairs I tried on at Nordstrom (they didn't have every style at the store I went to) the "Bobbi" seemed to be the best quality. The style and overall feel of these are very similar to Manolo Blahnik, not that I'm surprised given who her partner for SJP Collection is. The regular leather styles I tried weren't as luxe in my opinion - especially for the price. I just wasn't overwhelmed with the quality of the leather on most but I am however always pleased to find a shoe with a soft leather sole.

Normally I do not buy such open sandals (open toe d'Orsay) with no ankle strap because I have a narrow heel and it is often difficult for me to keep the shoe on but I really could not pass these up. I am a big Sex and the City fan and really wanted something from this collection. (Not to mention these just scream SATC to me!) As far as fit I did need to size down 1/2 a size, not surprising (although I prefer a 7 in Manolo Blahnik's Sedaraby) - what was surprising is that for a 3.5" (relatively low) heel these aren't overly comfortable. I have not worn them out and about yet but have given them a hour or so in the house - it seems like what is making them not so comfy for me is that my foot is working a bit to hold the shoe on, forcing me to unintentionally try and grab onto the shoe with my toe/ball of my foot area. These are the best fit I can get with this particular shoe, they don't slip off the back while walking but just something to keep in mind if you've never tried this style before. Also there seems to be a bit of friction on the ball of the foot closest to the toes - a small ball of the foot pad can probably fix that although I hate adding anything to my shoes.

Other than that, a really pretty and feminine shoe - great price point and I LOVE her grosgrain detailing on the back of all the shoes!

Manolo Blahnik BB Suede Pump in Mint - $595 (current Patent Mint style)

Not much to say about these - hands down Manolo Suede BB Pumps are the most comfortable pointy toe pumps I own. I have several pairs and love collecting the different colors that come out every season. (Lime Pair featured HERE on my blog) With a 4" heel (I am most comfortable with 4" for heels) and a leather sole that is almost as soft as the suede itself, I could walk forever in these. Not the sexiest shoe on the planet but for sure a classic.

Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman currently have a deal with Manolo where you can customize your BB pumps! You choose the color, material and heel height. One of these days I want to try for a 115mm heel - as much as I love the comfort of a 100/105mm heel just that little extra really makes the shoe look so much better to me!

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to read this post. I know I am not on a regular schedule with these (or anything!) but I appreciate those that follow and enjoy.

I hope this was helpful to some of you and if nothing else a bit of eye candy. ; )

Love,

Holly

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[Lifestyle] A Peek into my Place. Bedroom Decor + Fresh Flowers.

Unknown 02:06 Hiç yorum yok

Well I've finally started decorating my bedroom/apt which I know, I know, took me long enough! I always feel like I'm horrible at decorating - I just don't have the vision that comes so easily to others. However, I recently invested in some furniture and after that everything kind of came together : )

In fact all of the decorations are things I already had in my place! I also thought it would be a good time to list off where things were from for those interested.

Individual Silk Flowers - Hydrangea + Peony [Target]

White Honeycomb Vase [Target]

Empty Chanel Giftbox [Chanel]

White Cake Stand [Pier 1 Imports]

Small Silver Glass Christmas Bulbs [Rite Aid]

2 Silver Candles [Voluspa]

Silver Speckled Candle [Pier 1 Imports]

Long Mirrored Jewelry Box [Z Gallerie]

Large Mirrored Jewelry Box [Ross (but I think this was a Z Gallerie piece)]

Archipelago Candle in Mango Tangerine (one of my FAVORITES) [Archipelago]

Fresh Purple Roses [Costco]

Glass Vase (came with an arrangement I got as a gift)

Silver Jewelry Stand Tree [Target]

Glass/Shattered Mirrored Tray [TJMAXX]

Silver Candle with Embellishment [Target]

(after that I just have my Blu Ray Player and X-Box 360)

(TV is a 42" Vizio 3D and I took this photo while watching Grimm haha.)

Let me know if you would like more info on my actual furniture pieces and I will do a separate post on that however these will only available to California residents.

[All photos taken with my iPhone 5S]

Needless to say my bedroom has now become my favorite room in the apartment! It feels so good finally having something set up.

If you haven't taken the plunge to invest in furniture yet I highly suggest you consider it! It's for sure something that I did not want to spend the money on but I am glad I did!

In total for two night stands, the long dresser and a tall chest I paid about $1,505.10 which includes tax and $99 delivery fee.

Again, if you are interested in a more detailed post on just the furniture let me know! I just wasn't sure if I should since it's a California only store.

Thank you all for reading and checking in.

Talk to you soon,

Holly

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#HollysHolidayGiveaway Winners + Additional Info : )

Unknown 01:28 Hiç yorum yok

Hey everyone!

Thank you SOO much to everyone that entered my Holiday Giveaway!

Just brought my mom back to the airport this morning. It was her first time visiting me in CA and the time just flew by so sorry for the delay on posts.

Blog Winner of the UD Naked 3 Palette is:

Sunny Scenery

(please comment on this post with the email address you will send your mailing info from so I can verify your identity. Email holly@hollyannaeree.com)

Social Media Winner of the UD Naked 3 Palette is:

@breannapimentel

(please tweet me (you follow me on IG and Twitter but Twitter will be easier for me to see) with the email address you will send your mailing info from so I can verify your identity. Email holly@hollyannaeree.com)

Now for the YouTube winners this is where things get a little complicated >_< I took a screen shot so you can take a look and possibly help me out. So it shows there are over 10,000 comments on YT butttt it only will show the first page (the last entries that were made before I no longer allowed comments on the video) - when I click 'show more' it just shows me an empty page.

I have had this happen before, particularly on videos with a lot of comments, sometimes it will randomly start loading the comments on it's own but until then I'm not really sure what to do. If I can't get it to work on my own I will try and contact my network and see if they know how to fix it but I thought I'd ask here first and also give you all an update on the process.

Once winners are chosen from the YouTube entries there will be an Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette Winner, Rebecca Minkoff Winner and a Clarisonic Mia First Winner.

I will keep you all posted and if you have any ideas on how to make the comments show on the Giveaway video let me know! I have restarted my computer and all that type of stuff so I think it's on YouTube's end for sure.

CONGRATS to the winners so far! Good luck to those that have also entered on YouTube :) If you do not win please do not be discouraged, I will have more fun giveaways in the future.

Thank you all so much for your continued support. I appreciate it more than I could ever show or express. I love you.

Holly

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Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette - Quick Swatches

Unknown 06:13 Hiç yorum yok

OBSESSED with this palette.

By far my favorite from Urban Decay.

Most used shades:

Strange (1st - Top Row)

Liar (3rd - Second Row)

Love you!

Holly

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Mom's Well Loved Louis Vuitton Tivoli PM - FOR SALE

Unknown 21:34 Hiç yorum yok

Louis Vuitton Tivoli PM - FOR SALE

14.2" x 8.3" x 6.3"

Retails $1,410

(plus tax)

Available on LouisVuitton.com or in any Louis Vuitton Store/Boutique.

As most of you know I am listing this for sale on behalf of my mother. She has used this bag for a few years now and really wants to upgrade to the LV Alma Damier (so the money will be going towards that purchase.) The bag is 100% Authentic and will come with Dustbag. Handles bear the brunt of the wear as can be seen in the photo. They have developed a deep patina and have softened over time. As most of you know this is just part of the vachetta aging process. Some people like it, others do not. It's really just a preference.

Leather parts (handles, piping, etc.) can be replaced on LV bags but you need to bring it into an LV store to be given an estimate. This bag should really go to someone that does not mind patina because it is often very expensive to have the leather replaced.

Interior is clean, no scuffs, rips, tears, or anything of that nature on the bag. Hardware shows normal wear. (I will try and post more pictures here but they will also be available by requests from serious buyers.

Date Code is: VI2180

(which means this bag was made the 28th week of 2010)

I will be accepting best offer as usual (Please have reasonable expectations - this bag won't be selling for $500 etc. If you've ever looked at what bags with patina sell for on Hautelook you will understand why on the pricing.)

You can email me at holly@hollyannaeree.com

I will accept PayPal for this particular transaction.

(I will give out the PP address when we have agreed on terms.)

Keep checking back here for photo updates - I'll try and post more up tonight - I just wanted to go ahead and get this up because my mom has been asking me about it >_<

Thanks so much for your interest and support! I appreciate it.

(I also have a few pairs of Louboutins I may be listing here as well. You can check out my PoshMark Closet for a preview - prices would be lower if you wanted to buy through PayPal (which would be my preference) so if you see anything feel free to email me about pricing on any of those as well.)

View my PoshMark Closet HERE!

Love,
Holly

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Changes to the Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120mm - WHYYY?!?! Comparison Photos (pic heavy)

Unknown 12:45 Hiç yorum yok

Hey everyone!

I meant to post this up last week since I haven't really seen anyone talk about it but I wanted to show you all the difference between the NEW Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120mm and the Pigalle 120mm we are all use to.

I ordered these when I saw them go up on the site and wanted to give them a try due to the new color (Neptune). Went ahead and ordered my normal 36.5 (6.5) size as Pigalles use to run about a 1/2 size large and much to my surprise I could NOT get my foot inside these! Now I know patent stretches a lot especially Louboutin patent but this was ridiculous.

Of course couldn't compare these to my broken in Pigalle 120mm because after you wear them the whole shape of the back and toe box changes so I grabbed a New In Box pair that I had in my closet and was blown away by the differences.

I'll stop talking now and let you see for yourself but for reference these are the same style shoe, same size. Normally color does not make a difference in how these shoes run as I have them in a few different colors and materials. I believe they have re-designed them to fit more like the increasingly popular So Kate 120mm and have fitted them with more true to size measurements. On the site under fit suggestion for the Pigalle 120mm it use to say to 'size down as this style runs large', not it says 'fits true to size'.

Both pairs were purchased from the Christian Louboutin website just at different times. Personally from what I can see I like the old design a bit better but I will need to try them in my true size now to know for sure. I find the old style overall more appealing but hopefully the new design with have a better, more secure fit similar to the So Kate 120mm (which also says 'fits true to size' on the website but I take a 1/2 size down - so 36.5 - I am a true 7) unfortunately in adjusting they fit they have compromised the style and aesthetic in my opinion.

(I did send back the Blue pair since they don't fit me.)

What do you guys think of this new change? Have you tried on/ordered/do you own one of these new pairs? Let me know your thoughts below! For some reason the new version doesn't look as sexy to me side by side.

Thanks again for reading! Hope this is helpful for some of you :)

Talk to you soon!

Love,

Holly

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HAPPY CYBER MONDAY!!! Deals + GIVEAWAY!

Unknown 04:25 Hiç yorum yok

To sign up + Enter the Giveaway click here: http://bit.ly/1k0PW0J GOOD LUCK!! Thank you all for watching! Love you ♡ ♡ ♡

Check out all the Cyber Monday Cash Back amounts HERE

***GIVEAWAY RULES AND INFORMATION***

Anyone can enter. It's free to sign up : ) The prizes will be sent out to you by me personally ♡ at my own expense.

1. LIKE and Favorite this video ♡

2. Leave a comment telling me what the 1st thing you plan to take a picture of is!

3. Sign up for Ebates using this special tracking link: http://bit.ly/1k0PW0J

GIVEAWAY WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR 1 WEEK : )

This is the most important part because that is how Ebates will be finding the winners! If you have signed up for Ebates through one of my giveaway links before, you need not re-enter. If you already have an Ebates account not through me then unfortunately to enter you would need to create a new account through the link. I know that is a pain in the butt but it's the only way we can keep track of who signs up that is a subscriber of mine.

Thank you so much to Ebates for making this video/giveaway possible - I know all of my subscribers appreciate the opportunity. :)

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Products Mentioned:

tarte Off the Cuff Cheek Palette

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette

T3 Source Showerhead Fliter (cheaper here!)

Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 - (cheaper here!)

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