Shoestopper #62

There's one section that needs no change in its labels. shoestopper. i was cleaning out my shoe wardrobe today and yeah. while I have more boxes than I started the year with, i also wore out quite a few pairs. 

but as the year ends, we all need new shoes. and before chinese new year hits me with its fifteen days of no shoes shopping ban, i would say christmas is the perfect excuse to get some new ones. 

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I bought this pair of muted sparkly flats during my recent trip to Bangkok. It is light and comfortable, and as you can see that the soles are lined with felt kinda material. So really good for cooler weathers. 

The style is in trend right now but as with most of my stuff, I really look for something that can survive long term. Not just hey, its the trend of the week so lets buy it. I can see this pair of flats working its way with me through hopefully uni next year and maybe even a spot of dancing or two into the dawn. depending how I style it up. As far as I am concerned, the colour takes it through from day to night., from jeans to a tight dress. 

Oh did I mention its Christmas season? So basically, I am allowed the glitzier versions of things. After all, tis the season to be jolly!

Is your Christmas jazzed up with glitter and sparkles? Much like how I like mine to be?

Shoestopper #58

Speaking of the year 2011, my shopping buys were quite...extensive? Did it break the bank, no not quite. But it certainly had me stumped in 2012 when I looked at my bulging closet.

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.



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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)

Shoestopper #57

Ahhhh, now that I have started again. How can I not get to writing about shoes at all! I certainly did not yesterday but I shall make up for it today. With a pair that has a special memory.


I bought this pair of leather block wedges from Wittner's last year. I completely love the nude classic colour and the simple wood grained design.


The round toe front makes my feet looks daintier and tinier. I dont have big feet but its just so sweet and ladylike to have seemingly cute slim feet no?


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Now why is this pair so special to me? Well, I got it during the great summer sale so it really was such a good buy for great quality that Wittner's are known for. But the real reason was I finally wore it this year for my graduation ceremony. The ceremony was held on the grass, so stiletto heels really wasnt going to make it easy for me. And I love to be in heels so this pair was it. It was insanely high, and just makes it easier to walk on grass as well. However what I didn't count on was the stiff back. I ended up with bloody ankle blisters which were pretty bad but nothing could mar my night! I walked with intense pain the whole night and blood. But everyone still remarked to me how I managed to walk in such high heels all night and look as though I am wearing flats. Well, my feet has always been arched and feels right at home with heels.

No pain No gain? right?

My weakness. What's yours?

Shoestopper #54

Bubblegum pop colours seemed to be injected into nearly every spring/summer collections here in Aussie fashion chains. And the footwear isnt spared either.

But long before they did that, I had this pair of pop blue coloured pumps amongst my shoe collection. Initially I thought the colour was alittle difficult to match it with but turned out, I managed to wear it nearly every day if I could no matter what outfit I had on. It instantly jazzed up the outfit by having this soft bright blue on my feet.

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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

Shoestopper #53

I have to blog about this because well, I have been wearing them ever since I bought them. Right from the point where I got them in the shop and I swapped my sandals that day for it until today.

I saw them in the shop weeks before but couldn't really bring myself to buying them because well, I went and bought another one! Alas, fate and destiny combines and the stars align to make her mine. Wittner's named her Galaxy and so she remains that.

Galaxy came in three colours and I chose the nude leather one (over the black suede and army-grey leather). What I really liked was the unique wedge design.

Very simple fair colours and a chip in the back. I would have to say it is not a lightweight pair of shoes. The wood is for real yo! But the leather is very good too. Butter soft and takes good care of my feet. I wear it day in day out, shopping and work. Says alot!

Wittner's is a higher-end brand here in Australia and the quality speaks for itself. That being said, their designs are pretty cute too. But the pricetags are abit hefty, its a once-in-awhile treat! But I was lucky enough to grab this at a bargain! They were having an 80% sale for four days only on the shoes already on sale. So from about $140 to $99, I finally bought her for about $35. HOW MUCH HAPPIER CAN I GET?!

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It jazzes up and adds an unique edge to any casual outfit instantly. I was just walking into uni that day when a woman came up to me and tapped me on the shoulders. She said she just wanted a closer look at my shoes because they look great. She loves the chip in the wedge just like me. So proud of Galaxy! Literally shoe-stopping!

Comfortable and goodlooking. A tad heavy but I can deal with it ;)

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #52

Inkeeping with the racing season and demure themes, I thought I would blog about a pair of pumps/heels that would have worked with the outfit (though my first choice would be strappy heels but I've already blogged about my Betts silver mirror pair!).

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This suede black lace-trimmed pair is my very first pair of proper heels which I got from Mondo ages ago (back in high school). It's brought me from school to dinner with family to work to nights out. Its been such a trooper. You can tell it is alittle worn in and faded at this point when the photo was taken.

I love it. It fits perfectly, the heels were skinny but perfectly stable. The pointed fronts were comfortable but painful for those who look at me wearing it. Let's not mess around with me when I wear this pair. Pretty sure it will hurt you more than it does me. The insoles were properly cushioned and provided ample support. Mondo's shoes quality has since slipped drastically which is kinda disappointing.

This little pretty trooper has since been retired as Ive worn it out. Sure worth the money I paid for it! I really kinda miss it... There's nothing quite like it so far.

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #47

So much food! So less food and do abit more walking...well, theoretically. With shoes!

Recently retired pair during the weekend but very sad to see go... =(

Gold pumps with black lace overlay and suede inner lining from Rubi shoes. Very on trend and pretty eh? Takes you from day to night...

Initially it was quite an uncomfortable pair with a very stiff back. But funny enough, it didnt leave blisters nor cut me.

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.

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Well, we had a good run didn't we?

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #39

Hello there, how was your weekend everyone? I hope yours had been better than mine, and a whole lot less stress-free. While I did have my share of some fun, I also couldn't enjoy the whole experience properly with work weighed down in my mind. I just feel so so lost and blank, and unmotivated. Oh boy. But I am getting there and back to the right state of mind. My competitiveness probably pushes me.

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...


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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

Shoestopper #36

I mentioned this pair of adidas sports pumps recently in Closet #48. I haven't really worn it out before even though I did take a photo with it. I really wanted to but it was raining and this pair is white if you haven't noticed. White shoes and rain sure do NOT go together.

So well, it still looks pristine new right now. Anyway, I bought this at Harbourtown a while ago together with my ballerinq-esque pair in Shoestopper #18. Again, I got it at a steal though I can't quite remember the price...

I really like the subtle yellow and green lines and undertone when you wear it. Because at first look you know it is white, but even on the feet, the yellow and green really shines together. And they are comfortable. I really bought them because of the specific green colour which I adore as well as with the intention to use them as a vacation pair since it will go with jeans and skirts too. I like that the little strap across is so feminine and classic.

Alas, this idea has not come into fruition yet...

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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

Shoestopper #34

Now, the shoes featured in the recent closet post: my one and only Onitsuka Tigers.

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.

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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.

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So 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

Shoestopper #33

I am on a roll so let's keep going. Back to shoes for now! This is a pair that I currently wear almost every other day and am rather upset because it isn't in the best condition for now...

Nevertheless, here is a photo of it when it was brand spanking new:

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Yups, white stiletto pumps from Schu (www.chocolateschubar.com). I have a couple of pairs from Schu and they never fail to amaze me with their comfort and good looks and amazing quality. I am NOT kidding, if you don't already have a pair in your closet and you live in a country with Schu, GO GET YOURSELF A PAIR OR TWO NOW. NOW. and you can thank me later!

Calming down now...I bought this a couple of years back with Xin Hui out on a shopping trip in Wisma Atria Singapore. It was December I remembered and sale period and I was late in meeting someone too. Nevertheless, shoes are always a good excuse to be late! I say so anyway. These gorgeous babies cost me only SGD18 after discount. Would you just look at the classic chic cut of the front? The gorgeous sexy curves of the heel? Sighs...

I made the mistake of leaving them in my Singapore shoe cabinet outside of the house and not wearing them for a couple of years after I bought them. It is not because I don't like them and don't want to wear them. it is because I love it too much. However, I finally brought it to Perth with me and found out that the leather is peeling... I refused to throw it out and am still wearing it. It has become my rain or shine pair I guess. The soles are so comfortable and I constantly wear them for 12-hours/day in uni. DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW I CAN SALVAGE IT? Re-leather it like you can re-upholster your sofa? Sighs.



The heels are insanely steady and the grip on the soles are so good. Trust me, I wore them in pouring rain just two days ago (aka Friday which is the published day of this post but I am only completing this on Sunday today). So please! leave a comment if you actually know how I can salvage this good quality pair of shoes. Thank you!



Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #30

Well, I did say there will be shoe talk! How can I not right? So I decided on this pair because I was chatting with Li Jia about what shoes I should wear for dinner tonight with my friends. And she suggested, based on the dresses I had in mind, a gold based pair. I immediately thought of this but alas, it is no longer part of my shoe collection since last year when I wore it out.

Nevertheless, one of my favourite colours, one of my favourite kinds of shoe designs, translating into a favourite pair of shoes. A buy in Far East Plaza years ago, from a shop in Level One opposite Mondo. I cannot remember its name but I sure know where it is.

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Doesnt she look sleek? It is a little bright and shiny and reflective patent but that's the way I like it! A good height for walking around in. I just LOVE the pointed front and the detail at the sides of it (see the sharp angle?).

I remember my heart breaking when I saw the faux patent leather cracking as I broke into the pair of heels. But the cracks gave it character and soften the shoes. At first the front was too pointed and pinched my toes but I soon got used to it. I guess it helped in shaping my feet front to not be so spread out.

I will always continue looking for another pair like it but am pretty sure, I won't be able to in a long while find something quite like it and at the price range (if I recall right, below SGD30).

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #19

I should definitely also do an in-depth post on the pair of shoes I wore today eh? Like I said earlier, it is by Kenji which is available in Myers departmental stores in Australia. I bought this gorgeously classic pair last year and have worn it less than 10 times. I love it wayyyyyyy too much!

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It is made out of suede on the outside, and satin leopard prints on the inside. It is super comfy with the cushion sole underneath the fierce prints. There are platforms in the front but I love that it is well covered up. The heels are insanely steady too, for its 4half inches glory.

I remembered looking for a black classic pair for ages that could really go with just about anything. I looked at this one and knew it was THE ONE, and that I had to have it. I was incredibly lucky too as it was on sale at that time. Additional discount if you hold a Myers card. Suhweet! If I am not wrong, this pair only set me back at AUD60 after all that.

While the arch may get some getting used to, but it is no biggie at all for the comfort and stability this pair of stilettos offered. Yummy! It gives me all the power and confidence in the world when I put them on. For whatever occasion, I feel more empowered or sexier, just ready to take on the world!

Do you have a pair like that in your collection?

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #17

Ahhh, very very stressed after the first week of uni had come and gone. So much to do and "Toto, we ain't in Kansas anymore". It's a whole new ball game this time, not the kind of studying I could do for undergrad. However, I am very lucky to have a bunch of others doing the honours program as well. And that, we actually don't mind each other at this stage...

I thought I would do abit of de-stressing for the night by posting about a pair of my favourite stilettos. I also wore this recently for my first teaching day. Jeremy said he could not believe I actually dressed up for teaching. But hey, first impressions count. And if you don't look it, fake it till you make it. Which I totally need at this point. HEH.

Yet another pair of Zara stilettos, I know. My obsession and fascination will never cease. I mean they are not ridiculously expensive...Okay, take that back for abit. I mean they look great and are really quite comfortable for stilettos this high.

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I bought this pair from Zara in Venetian Macau Hotel during a trip there. I love Macau, especially the Venetian. So I am glad I got this pair sort of as a souvenir. I practically had to be real nice to Daddy for it, since Mummy thought it frivolous and unpractical. Little did she knew, this was one of the most practical purchases I ever made.

The colour grey ensured I could wear it anywhere, for corporate events or dressing down days. And it goes with anything really. It also meant less maintenance as dirt do not really show up on it. You would thought the suede will be high maintenance but it really isn't so bad. In fact, the leather soles took a while to break in and now its all good. Zara shoes are just well made, and very steady when you walk in them. Another thing I liked is the little cutout details all around, breaks up the monotony and not seem too dull or strict.

So how do you like shoestopper #17? I've got quite a few compliments on it so far (like a proud mama). Do you have any pair you have broken into well and you know it will never fail you?

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #10

The 10th post for the shoe-stopping series! So I figured I would feature a pair of skyscrapers to sort of signify that the blog will stack up more posts in the following years.

My highest pair yet and the first time I wore them, out to dinner and club with friends here in Perth. The next day, they didn't turn out so well and I nearly cried. Had to do damage control with cleaning and spraying stain remover asap. I learnt never to wear white or light coloured shoes out to the clubs. Only when I want to chuck them out =D

STRUT! I say, STRUT!

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I bought this pair in March/April 2010 at Sportsgirl Carousel. They were really expensive when I first set eyes on them (even when they are already on sale) and each day I checked back in to see if the price dropped. My persistence paid off! I got them at AUD69.95. Not the cheapest but they are made out of leather and the soles are really comfy. I would know. Because I wore them to Lady Gaga's concert....STANDING. Good soles, you can tell if you look close enough at the photos and see the arch where the label is.

(Darling shoes on the Gaga's floor, forming an M and fallen down...)

Truth be told, they are really high at 5 inches but there are the platforms. And I didn't last the whole of the concert. I couldn't stand it, pun not intended. I liked that they go with alot of outfits: jeans, dresses, denim skirts. The colour is called BONE. Hahaha. It is really sort of bone white colour. They are high maintenance though and the stilettos are kind skinny which means I have to stick to hard floors (no grass) and no drains.

Would I buy another pair like it again? Well, if they are Louboutins. Otherwise I am happy with this one and 5 inches demand that you need a car. They are really just shoes for dinner. Where you are ferried and only really walked to dinner and back... Like I said. High maintenance.

Till my next shoe-stopping experience, Mayy xo

Shoestopper #7

Lucky number 7? That number is a hot favourite. Not mine personally, but it's my shoe size. 7.5 is really the perfect fit. However, because alot of normal shoe stores dont stock halves, I have to take either 7 or 8 depending on the store or the shoe style.

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 =(

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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.

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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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