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		<description><![CDATA[Challenge your stylistic mind and test your knowledge on this simple quiz. Know if you&#8217;re a real fashionista. Ready??? ANSWERS: 1. Sandals (Slide-On Sandals) 2. Platform Stilletos 3. Mule 4. Boots 5. Peep Toe Shoes 6. Doll Shoes/ Mary Janes 7. Pumps/High-heeled Pumps 8. Dorsay Pumps &#8211; the vamp of the shoe is cut away [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Challenge your stylistic mind and test your knowledge on this simple quiz.<br />
Know if you&#8217;re a real fashionista. Ready???</p>

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<p>ANSWERS:</p>
<p>1. Sandals (Slide-On Sandals)<br />
2. Platform Stilletos<br />
3. Mule<br />
4. Boots<br />
5. Peep Toe Shoes<br />
6. Doll Shoes/ Mary Janes<br />
7. Pumps/High-heeled Pumps<br />
8. Dorsay Pumps &#8211; the vamp of the shoe is cut away very close to the toe box, and the sides are cut away, revealing the arch of the foot.<br />
9. French-heeled Shoes &#8211; has a curved, medium-high heels.<br />
10. Sneakers<br />
11. Clogs &#8211; shoes with open backs and closed toes, and are often referred to as mules, with the main difference being the soles and heels. Heels of a clog is a platform-type heel, and the soles are thick and sturdy.</p>
<p><em>What&#8217;s your score?</em></p>
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		<title>Shoe Styles 101</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:58:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here we go on one of my fetishes! S-H-O-E-S! I have been to different malls lately to buy this perfect pair of shoes that I will be using on my friends party. I was doing my window shopping on the different stalls and boutiques and then it suddenly hit me that I&#8217;ve been buying shoes [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;">Here we go on one of my fetishes! S-H-O-E-S! I have been to different malls lately to buy this perfect pair of shoes that I will be using on my friends party. I was doing my window shopping on the different stalls and boutiques and then it suddenly hit me that I&#8217;ve been buying shoes for myself for how many years now but still dont know what to call a specific shoe type. Why do I always use this generic term &#8220;shoes&#8221;? Can I use pumps, loafers, wedges or any other terms instead? How?</p>
<p>So I did my research and came up with this &#8220;basic&#8221; shoe style guide for everyone. I dont know if everyone knows this and I am the only human in this planet that doesn&#8217;t have any idea on it. ouch!</p>
<p> <br />
<strong>1. Stilletos</strong><br />
High-heeled, pointed and thin. These are really sexy and feminine which is a good pair for your evening dresses. Also perfect for night out clubbing.</p>
<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"><img class="size-full wp-image-55 aligncenter" title="stilletos2_pinupgirlclothing" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/stilletos2_pinupgirlclothing.gif" alt="stilletos2_pinupgirlclothing" width="198" height="245" /></p>
<p><strong>2. Sandals</strong><br />
Open-toed, open at the back and has a single or multiple straps. Can be used to pair up your casual dresses or even your sexy evening wear.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-57 aligncenter" title="gladiators1" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/gladiators11-300x171.jpg" alt="gladiators1" width="300" height="171" /></p>
<p> </p>
<p> <strong>3. Mary Jane</strong><br />
Traditionally, Mary Janes are usually a rounded-toed, low heeled shoe with a cross strap on the middle top but now Mary Janes can be of any height or be high-heeled too. Seeing those Mary Janes really takes us back on our school days when we are still wearing our cute uniforms.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-58 aligncenter" title="maryjane2" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/maryjane2-200x300.jpg" alt="maryjane2" width="200" height="266" /></p>
<p><strong>4.Peep Toe Shoe<br />
</strong>Has a small opening at the tip, just a small opening to show off the toes but not the whole toe line.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-59" title="peeptoepump_pinup" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/peeptoepump_pinup.gif" alt="peeptoepump_pinup" width="223" height="245" />  <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-60" title="peeptoepump_maryjanes" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/peeptoepump_maryjanes.jpg" alt="peeptoepump_maryjanes" width="240" height="240" /></p>
<p><strong>5. Wedge<br />
</strong>The heel extends from the back up to the front. Can have single or multiple strappings.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-62 aligncenter" title="corkwedge_pinup" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/corkwedge_pinup.gif" alt="corkwedge_pinup" width="231" height="245" /></p>
<p><strong>6. Pumps</strong><br />
Low cut shoes without any straps or fastenings.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-63 aligncenter" title="pump_pinup" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/pump_pinup.gif" alt="pump_pinup" width="206" height="245" /></p>
<p><strong>7. Ballerina Flats<br />
</strong>A flat-heeled, enclosed and low-cut shoes. Easy to slip-on and leaves the top of your foot exposed. A very comfortable type of shoes.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-64 aligncenter" title="balletflats_pinup" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/balletflats_pinup.gif" alt="balletflats_pinup" width="237" height="245" /></p>
<p><strong> 8. Mule</strong><br />
It is a slip-on, exposed at the back but covered in the front.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-65" title="VivianBlk" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/VivianBlk.jpg" alt="VivianBlk" width="252" height="164" /></p>
<p><strong>9. Platform<br />
</strong>Thick soles right under the foot and usually combined with wedges or heels.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-66 aligncenter" title="paltformstilleto" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/paltformstilleto.gif" alt="paltformstilleto" width="239" height="245" /></p>
<p><em>Are you hip and a real fashionista? Take the dare? Try my &#8220;Name that Shoes&#8221; quiz and test your knowledge.</em></p>
<p>Images from blogs.glam.com, pinupgirlclothing.com, leluxe.com, ssasychic.com</p>
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		<title>Fashion Must Have&#8217;s This &#8217;09</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:56:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Improving our own looks has been everyone&#8217;s concern, admit it! So, here are some of the experts tips on having a hip style this year. So checkout your closet if you hit or miss on this coolest ensembles and newest trend in the market. But remember, trends are cool and fun but not permanent and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Improving our own looks has been everyone&#8217;s concern, admit it! So, here are some of the experts tips on having a hip style this year. So checkout your closet if you hit or miss on this coolest ensembles and newest trend in the market.</p>
<p>But remember, trends are cool and fun but not permanent and really changes fast, it is still a smart move if you buy pieces which will have lasting power no matter what the trend is.</p>
<p><strong>1. Jumpsuits/Rompers/Playsuits</strong></p>
<p>What&#8217;s the difference between the three? Basically, jumpsuits are long, rompers are short and playsuits are more likely a romper but more casual in style. Actually I just bought one two weeks ago and was glad to know that this is one of the must-haves this year. Bought mine for 500 bucks in a Baclaran when my mom and I was shopping for some goody stuffs for a kiddie party. Hmmm&#8230; I wonder how much jumpsuits cost in the mall?</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-39" title="jumpsuit_1" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/jumpsuit_16-195x300.jpg" alt="jumpsuit_1" width="195" height="300" />   <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-41" title="romper_2" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/romper_25-200x300.jpg" alt="romper_2" width="200" height="300" />  <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-42" title="playsuit_2" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/playsuit_24-195x300.jpg" alt="playsuit_2" width="195" height="300" />   <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-44" title="49" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/49-225x300.jpg" alt="49" width="197" height="300" /></p>
<p><em>So what do u think of this trend? Do you have one?</em></p>
<p><strong>2. White Dresses</strong></p>
<p>White dresses are IT this season. It makes you feel vibrant, neat and sassy. But girls usually prefer black over the white dresses for they think black will make you look slimmer. But always remember to choose a dress that best suits your body type, always consider the cut or patterns of the dress and voila! here&#8217;s your super hip chic.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-46" title="white_1" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/white_1.jpg" alt="white_1" width="161" height="240" />  <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-47" title="white_3" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/white_3.jpg" alt="white_3" width="208" height="236" /></p>
<p><em>What suits you? a black or a white dress?</em></p>
<p>Images from <a href="http://www.ralphlauren.com">www.ralphlauren.com</a></p>
<p>3. <strong>Blazers</strong></p>
<p>Blazers are a must-have specially for working ladies. It usually spice up our everyday office wardrobes. For a complete look, pair it up with your stylish stilettos.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-50" title="blazer_2" src="http://www.pickleminded.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/blazer_2.jpg" alt="blazer_2" width="240" height="194" /></p>
<p>Some of styles also forecasted to be a hit this year are the following:</p>
<p>4. Asymmetrical Tops<br />
5. Earth-colored outfits (beige, light brown)<br />
6. Pleated Shorts<br />
7. Maxi Dresses (the one that almost touches your feet or the ground)<br />
8. Ruffled Shirts</p>
<p><em>So girls, what do you think about the trend this year? Are you a hit or a miss?</em></p>
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