This blog is my collection, my photo diary of sorts. Just a Singaporean independently living in Perth, Western Australia who loves to eat and travel. I know I am a shopaholic and probably need therapy for it.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Shoestopper #63
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Shoestopper #62
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Shoestopper #60
it kinda explains why today's shoestopper post is on a pair of very comfortable flats.
Monochromatic cuteness! I am not usually a big fan of ribbons and bows, but when done well (like a Tiffany's wrapped box) I would have to succumb to that cuteness. Like this pair of jelly flats I saw at Peter Alexander.
Twinkle toes indeed. I drew the line at getting the hot pink with red bow combination. This casual chic pair borrowed some kind of edginess from the black white colour combination and really pops even with an all-black outfit!
Photos credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
What I really liked is that while I havent worn this pair of shoes out anywhere, its plastic jelly quality is cut well and soft...and definitely weather friendly! Even though it looks very very flat, the cut forms to my feet well enough and really kinda like havaianas for me.
what do you think? too cute?
Friday, October 5, 2012
Shoestopper #58
Anyway, another good buy of the year goes to this cute little pair of embellished flats from Kmart. It certainly served me well for a year through the different weathers. Jazzing up any old outfits I had on. I eventually let it go this year in April, somewhere along Europe.
Photos credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
I love a little rock and roll in the daily life. Nothing too sugary sweet for me. And I more often than not, paired this with the green dress from the prior post. some eyeliner and a matching embellished black bag...
(I drift away to 2011's good memories)
Monday, October 31, 2011
Shoestopper #54
This pair has since been retired because of frequent wear. Rubi flats really dont last me very long and Im glad it usually comes at affordable price tags. Which in this case, only $5 ;)
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Shoestopper #49
Just in time for the summer season. Open-toed sandals and a little bit of glam.
Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
I got this bright silver pair from Bangkok and was really comfortable. It goes with me on most holidays because of the soft cushion back and the comfortable middle straps.
While open-toed sandals can get quite flat and dusty after wearing for a whole day of shopping/sightseeing, this is no different. The difference was this pair doesnt allow the back to feel any pain, it gets you through the day comfy.
This pair came about during the period when gladiator sandals were all the rage. I hated that phase and never got myself one. I dont find them attractive. But when I saw this, its glam take on the gladiators definitely twisted my hand on this.
Honestly, its not a pair for life but I am glad to have it in my shoe collection.
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Shoestopper #47
Recently retired pair during the weekend but very sad to see go... =(
So I wore it out on more occasions taking it to a very comfortable level. It looked very wellworn on the soles as well by the end of it. The suede (faux probably) lining was so comfortable but on hindsight needed socks with it for it to last longer.
Well, we had a good run didn't we?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Monday, August 1, 2011
Shoestopper #43
Enough about my sleeping, or lack thereof, issues. Shoes lift my mood up and just explaining some accounting issues using shoes and brands as illustrations help me feel better too! While I am tottering my Monday away on a pair of heels, I wished I had this pair with me right now...
This cute preppy green/gold/white checkered pattern ballet style flats really takes the cake for a clean-cut look. I didn't wear it often till this year and had to unfortunately retired it a couple of months ago... If I ever do see it again, I would get it one more time!
The material used here is a thick cloth with the insoles made of the same material. While it may seem coarse to the finger touch but they are actually quite comfortable. The only bad point is that you gotta somehow wear socks with these, as the material isn't too good for sweaty feet! Eeuch, smell.
I was also quite afraid of getting it dirty since it is white but it remained white as no matter how many times I wore it! Amazing.
So how do you like this pattern? Too difficult to match or too cute for words?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Shoestopper #42
Rubi flats are really made for the walking. I have had so many colours and designs in this particular style! They go so easily with most outfits, very easy to slip on and off when you are in a rush. They look good most of the time and definitely don't make you look sloppy. Even when you want to look sloppy. Dainty and feminine with the rounded toe.
No surprises on why I bought this copper bronze metal colour. It is actually because of the blue interior! One of my favourite colours, it is irresistable. Too bad I wear it out already due to frequent wearing. Sighs and the fact that it got wet from heavy rain. Sure they don't last too long but they are also cheap! Makes you feel alot less guilty for buying many of them at a go or on different days ;)
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Shoestopper #41
Anyway, point of this post is not what I did today, its on a rather quirky pair of shoes I owned. Past tense, because it had to be retired earlier this year...
It was the last pair in my size, I consider it a sign and when I tried them on, it reaffirms my belief that I had to have it. Thank goodness they were affordable ;)
Cloth shoes are just so so comfortable and its soles are actually made out of pretty solid material and while it is very flat, it is not uncomfortable. It is so pretty and dainty to put on. Haven't seen anything else quite like it ever since.
I was super upset to let it go but the sides were already coming loose and tearing so to speak. They sure don't last very long...
Well pretty shoes, I hope I meet your twin one day soon and I will buy me some more. Thank you for gracing my life. I miss you very much.
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Shoestopper #39
Aside from all that, I was also busy with the clothes selling facebook pages. Pfffffft, it's hard trying to be efficient and organised but people just take their time or not give conclusive replies. It is a nightmare and a headache. I should learn to just let go alittle and learn to live alittle. Before we move on to food, let's do a tribute to a pair of shoes I said farewell to over this week...
Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
My taupe-coloured pair of Rubi flats/pumps which probably costs me AUD10. I love the look of suede, that is no secret. They are so high maintenance if its the real thing. This particular one is faux suede. But the look of it is so luxe and corporate. It appeals to the organised neat freak in me. Just very clean and simple. This colour is also very easy to match. Rubi's suede-like flats are very comfortable and once broken into, they become quite soft.
On top of all that, I prefer the pointed sharp front compared to round ones. Always been a personal preference. Just makes the feet slimmer in my opinion and a more professional end to the outfit. Perhaps, its a characteristic trait... What do you think, which do you prefer?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Shoestopper #36
Alas, this idea has not come into fruition yet...
Apart from the colours and comfort, the little yellow original/classic adidas leaf logo pin is too cute and adorable! I did say I was a sucker for cute things. I stayed at the shop for ages trying to decide which one I should get. I tried them on, walked around, stared at it, asked for advice, Anna even left me to go off on her own somewhere. I ended up buying both. WELL, what can you say?
So yeah, I do have to start wearing it out and showing it off... Oh alright. Are you liking it as much as I do?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Monday, May 30, 2011
Shoestopper #34
Sis was really into the Onitsuka Tigers a few years back before I came to Perth. She has about three pairs and I bought my first pair along with her first. She dragged Mum and Dad to Red Star in Paragon and finally got hers. Me being the annoying elder sister I am, I had to have one too. So I told Daddy that he said he would get me something for fetching him water that afternoon. And he could get me that. HA HA HA. Funny he actually said yes. So I chose this brown pair. Because of the lace overlay design and I thought it was easy to match and unique too.Because this pair has history to it, I thought I would post about it here. After all, some shoes are bought not only for aesthetic beauty, but also for its history and uniqueness and of limited editions. Its iconic sneaker is Mexico 66 with the trademark stripes now known to ASIC. Onitsuka comes in limited pieces in each design and each size. They are like collector's items. I got this flats design, as it is more feminine and I don't really wear normal sneakers as much. The brand also frequently team up with various designers to come out with different collections. I am sure many remember the Toki Doki collection! Super adorable. Sis has the one far right in the top photo below. And Li Jia has the same one plus another sneaker one, middle of the second photo.
Photo credits: tokidoki.blogspot.comSo yeah, pretty popular eh. I know boys who love the tigers range and to me, they always look very stylish in an atheletic sort of way. When I see a cute guy, his shoes are just as important to me. If I see a good looking pair of shoes before I notice the face, it helps too. HA HA HA. First impressions do count alright?! HA HA HA.
Apart from them looking good, they offer the comfort soles only sports shoes do. I love my Onitsuka so much I hardly wear them. Oh alright, I really must bring her out for a spin soon. Perhaps in the next few days when the rain stops and the sun comes out to play.
For those of you who have your own Tigers, how much do you like them? For those of you who havent, go down to your nearest store and have a look! Or jump online and google it and ogle at it. ;)
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Monday, May 16, 2011
Shoestopper #32
Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
This pair of black suede flats were purchased from the same street vendor in Hong Kong with Shoestopper #28. I really liked the silver and gold little embellishments. It probably costs me about SGD10. For its quality, that is a good price because the soles were pretty thick and solid. Not the falt kinds from Rubi. The suede cover is hard and not flimsy. There are just days you want some good solid structure to hold your feet in. While it is not the softest and hardly comfortable for some people, I maintained that it is comfortable because I survived my trip in it and I haven't got any blisters from it.
I like the round toe front as it gave it a more demure look despite the edgy design. However, I felt this would have worked alot better and looked trendier in a pointed toe front. It is a pair of shoes with another first - it came with me on my first SIA business class flight! back in February. Lucky kid to be picked out from so many others.
I left it in Singapore in April and am missing it alittle. Oh wells, gotta wait till August (hopefully) till I see it again.
Do you like hard structured shoes or soft flimsy ones?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Shoestopper #26 (x 3)
My favourite out of the three is the transparent one. I wear it all the time when I run out of ideas or I feel like I can't find anything to match my outfit with. Being of non-colour, it goes. Just looks like I am not wearing any shoes. But I ain't no Aussie bogan. I keep my feet clean and glamourous.
The bronze one is really my rain shoes. When the weather is wet and yucky (I HATE HATE HATE RAIN), I wear them. It is rubber and jelly. It can afford to be wet. It is meant to be wet. Except my feet wil get wet too at times which makes Mayy a very very unhappy girl. One of the things I hate most in the world is wet feet. But this bronze pair puts in its best effort to keep my feet dry. So thank you darling, Mummy appreciates your efforts.
Photos credits: mayydiaries.,blogspot.com
And there's this pristine white pair. It is my FIRST pair of jelly flats which I scored in Bangkok. It says size 41 but when I tried it on, I JUST KNEW it was coming home with Mama. It fits me, and the insoles are UNBELIEVABLY soft. I always feel like I am walking on air. ALWAYS, and I am not exaggerating. That is how comfortable it is. White is high maintenance but I keep it clean and only ever wear it when the need arises. I want to prolong its life with me. I even remembered which shop I got it from in Bangkok. The above two pairs cannot compare to this one. The standards just don't match up. Nevertheless at 100baht (approx. SGD4), I am a very lucky girl indeed to score a steal like this.
Do you have a particular shoe design in multiple pairs and different colours? I had this at x 4, but now x 3. Do I hear a x 5 from anyone?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Shoestopper #21
I know, I am a bit boring lately with the Rubi flats posts but bear with me for just one more now! I do tend to post what is current in MY life. But I promise this pair of Rubi flats will be more exciting with some pizzazz.
A close-up shot of the sequins which then show you it isn't neccessarily that BLING for the day. It is NO surprise that I will fall in love with this pair of shoes. The gold, the sequins, the luxe interior lining of black satin.
When I first set eyes on it, I knew I will get it. But I had slight reservations as to how often I will wear it and how I can pull the look off. I bought at full price, AUD29.95 I think. And kept thinking it is a night pair of shoes. Turned out after I wore it one time, I didn't want to wear any other pairs at that time. I started wearing it out daytime, nighttime, pairing it with dresses, shorts, everything I could get away with. It always brought me some form of glamour everyday. Till I realised I was wearing it out faster than anything. So I stopped and reduced it to occasional. Sadly, I still wore it to death and I had no choice but to retire it on last Sunday when I noticed I was walking around with the soles hanging by that much. Oops. Guess it's money worth eh?
Do you have a sequinned pair in your collection? Perhaps not sequins, but a pair you wear to death and wish it could be revived and kept forever?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Shoestopper #20
There she is, a shiny bronze colour with a darker exotic skin print on the inner rim. It really does go with anything. So that's good for whenever I don't want to rack my brains or in a rush and havaianas just can't go. That is one recurring theme when I pick my everyday shoes. However, I do wish it was not such a darker dull bronze. I felt it was not as feminine as I would like. For AUD5, I cannot be complaining anyway.
This is also not my first such pair of flats.Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
Ta-dah! That is my first pair with the similar design, just a different colour scheme. No prizes there for noticing the black-gold colour combination. HEH. This one was taken after I have worn it out quite a bit. It was really very comfortable and the shape held pretty well with the material the black part was made out of. Unfortunately, this one had to be retired after a year or so. Yes, this one lasted quite a while! Surprise surprise! I also think I paid full price for this pair at AUD19.95 or AUD29.95.
Are you a fan of the affordable Rubi flats? If you are, how many pairs have you got? Share with me your Rubi collection!
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Shoestopper #18
I remembered the first one I saw in Paragon, Singapore. It was black and gold, or there is the white and gold version. I would have gladly bought both if I weren't so young then. So when I finally convinced Mum to get a pair for me, adidas ran out of it... I was of course more than a little disappointed by then and the pair Mum got for me as a leaving gift to Perth was just not in the same league.
So to come to Perth, and go shopping in Harbourtown two months later, I found the Amyrina flats in the adidas outlet. Squeals happily! In a totally different colours from the two I've seen too!
It just brightens up my day just looking at it, wearing it. I hardly wear it because I admit you need time for it. And because I don't want to dirty it so quickly, I often pull it out and put it back in again. HEH. I should learn to let go and not be so overly protective. Not worry so much.
Amyrina is just gorgeous. The colours, the lightness of the shoes, the slight shimmer, the soft soles. I don't know what else I can say. If I came across the other two versions, I will not hesitate to buy both. They are for keeps. But remember Mayy, your shoe size is 7, not 8. That is my mistake and a slight regret for this pair. Which is probably why I also don't wear it so often...sighs.
BUT IT IS STILL LOVE.
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Shoestopper #15
Wearing heels will be silly too, because breaking out in sweat is never a good look. So I slipped on one of my many comfortable pairs of Rubi flats. I have retired quite a few pairs in the recent couple of years because they spoil so fast. But for 5 or 10bucks a pop, I really don't mind. It is just that I sometimes grow so attached to one particular coloured pair, it becomes harder to dump it...
That's the one I wore today when I first bought it. Doesnt look it in the photo but it is actually a very light pink. Looking so stiff and pristine and shiny. I like them when they have been slightly broken into and looking well-worn.
Photos credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
Now THAT is looking more than slightly well-worn when I took it. It is a different pair I had last year, which sis can also wear. It was being worn by the 3 ladies of the house. It looks similar but this one is actually more pink with that pretty girly insole design. I love it and I wish they had a pair with the floral prints on the outside!
I like both these pairs because of the colour and how it makes me feel so light-footed. A little like a ballet dancer! So pretty and feminine. Good to soften the jeans look, good for complementing a girly dress. Unfortunately, both pairs have been retired. The lighter pink only just today... =(
Some friends don't like Rubi shoes because they are either too flat or they wear out too fast. Well, I like that they are flat because I walk very fast in them and it is just so easy to slip into and still look quite presentable. If they are too flat, do what my aunt does and put insoles in them. In Singapore, you can buy the insoles for only $2 at Daiso. If you think they wear out too fast, buy the sale ones and then you feel less guilty! Besides, fashion changes fast.
How do you like the Rubi flats? Are they cheap thrills or cheap-o?
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
Friday, January 28, 2011
Shoestopper #7
Today, we take a break from skyscraping heels as all women eventually have to. Even Victoria Beckham, Posh herself emerge from the airport, much to global shock, in ballet flats last year. Why flats all of a sudden? Because well, I wore one of my new favourites out and the sole is ruined...no thanks to the pouring rain. The water puddles ain't too kind to my shoes =(
Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
Bought from Novo the year before in 2010 from Perth Harbourtown for only AUD10 or AUD5 (I really cannot remember), I only busted it out a few weeks ago. Since then, I wear it almost everyday. Pairing it with just about everything, short of fbts. I like how it instantly makes a very chill outfit slightly more formal, that little bit more corporate. It also shapes and elongates my feet, making it a look slimmer. You can notice the curves of the shoes in the photo!
Sadly, the recent downpours and me inevitably stepping into even the slightest water puddles have ruined it in such a short span of time. I must start looking for a replacement... Just like how I got it to replace my old Mondo white patent pumps/flats. Novo's not as shiny and patent, it's more leather. Stiffer and holds its shape better.Photo credits: mayydiaries.blogspot.com
Comparing the both pairs, Mondo got more and more comfortable with each wear. Novo has the better sole here but grip wasn't that good. The thing is, they go with anything and everything and I do love them. Let me wear out more shoes before I am allowed to buy more eh? Back to wearing heels...
Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo
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