Thank God for Twitter, watching the Golden Globes has become more fun!
Thanks to everyone who tuned in to my tweets! Glad you guys were amused! Haha!
Golden Globes 2012 = Full-on Glamour
The Good:
When it comes to awards style, they are the PROs — red carpet-worthy gowns and rockin’ bodies to boot!
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, satin fabric is unforgiving on any woman and if it’s ill-fitting, it becomes a double whammy! It takes someone like Angeline Jolie and Versace to create a match made in heaven! Perfection!!!
Angelina Jolie in Versace Couture
Charlize loves Dior and Dior loves Charlize! The end.
Charlize Theron in Dior Couture
Reese looks HOTTT in a fire engine red gown! Love her textured hair and light make up!
Reese Witherspoon in Zac Posen
Nicole Kidman is the master of unexpected style! The bejeweled halter number looks amazing on her.
Nicole Kidman in Atelier Versace
Nude + Turquoise = Supermodel style
Heidi Klum in Calvin Klein
The Dark Horses:
I love the dark horses in any competition because they create excitement! In my opinion, the formula for unexpected style is… NONE! It just happens, like magic… fashion magic!
Sexy + Funny + The right gown = Deadly!
Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang
It’s refreshing to see a young actress who takes a fashion risk on the red Carpet. Mara Rooney’s dark elegance is love!
Rooney Mara in Nina Ricci
The right gown on the wrong person. That’s all.
Claire Danes in J. Mendel
Madeline Stowe is rockin’ this season’s peplum style gown. The purple color on her looks elegant!
Madeleine Stowe
Girl’s got her game on! GLEE’s “Mercedes” makes curvy women proud!
Amber Riley
The Original:
They are women who are in a league of their own. Their style is unpredictable and truly their own.
Tilda Swinton by Haider Ackermann
Only Madonna can get away with gloves and gown combo. It may not be your typical Red Carpet choice but Madge is Madge.
Madonna in Reem Acra
The “Dynasty” Girls:
I love the 80′s movie, “Dynasty”! Sparkly gowns are always a Red Carpet favorite and these women wore it in style!
Too much details, too much skin, too Vegas showgirl style!
Lea Michele in Marchesa
Too much fabric, too much looking like a wedding gown, too much contrast (pale gown, dark hair)
Jessica Biel in Elie Saab
Too adorable… in a bad way. Michelle Williams should have ditched the headband.
Michelle Williams in Jason Wu
Too much red, too much laser cut-outs, too much swans! Too much!!! Haaaay!
GLEE's Dianna Agron in Giles Deacon
Too much of… ewan! Basta di ko bet!
Zooey Deschanel in Prada
The “Yellow”:
Renee Zellweger has already rocked the canary-colored vintage couture gown during the 2001 Academy Awards. It’s hard to top that one again. I can’t help but think of Big Bird whenever I see a yellow gown. Aminin!
Paula Patton
Maria Menounos
Julia Kurbatova
The Boring:
Sometimes, being in the Worst-Dressed list is not the worst, boring is.
I love Prada. In fact, there are so many great Prada moments on the Red Carpet like Uma Thurman’s lavender no. and Jennifer Aniston’s red hot couture, but wearing Prada can also be tricky. I’m sad it did not work for Freida Pinto.:( The color, the style, and her hair and makeup makes me fall asleep.
Freida Pinto in Prada
Mila Kunis just lost her edge. Even in Dior couture, she did not shine.
Mila Kunis in Christian Dior
What is it about this gown that puts me to sleep? I love Natalie Portman’s style and I love fuchsia but there is something blah about this look.
Natalie Portman in Lanvin
The problem about a popular trend is that it also makes the style sooo last season. Slits and one-shoulder gowns are so 2011. Next style please!
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Shopingera, who’s your top 5 favorites and who’s gown is boring?
I know that the title of this post is ironic especially coming from a stylist, fashion lover, and shopingera like me, but it’s true, I’ve rediscovered the fun of shopping… for myself.
For years, I had fun shopping for clients and family. The only shopping I did for myself was when: a.) I got a chance to travel and b.) when I’d finish shopping for everyone, I would sneak in a purchase for myself. Not bad, but not great either.
Barbara Kruger Untitled (I shop therefore I am) 111" by 113" photographic silkscreen/vinyl 1987
Shopping is such a fun and personal activity. It allows one to be creative especially when you have a budget. Also, having the freedom and means to buy what you like can be quite empowering.
Personally, I can’t live without shopping. Whether it’s doing the grocery, buying books and supplies at the bookstore, or shopping during a sale, I love getting the best buys!
It's the end of season sale in the metro!
During a recent trip to Malaysia, I had a chance to shop for myself. I was excited to say the least! As I entered the first store, like a trained shopping soldier, I was on a mission: spot what I like and go. As my fellow bloggers were my witnesses (Kring, Jhayvee, and Trixie), I was in and out of every store in 15 minutes with a loot to boot! I got great buys, but it felt like I just bought stuff for a client. OMG. Has shopping for myself become a job too? Nooooooo!
Shopping in Malaysia during my Nuffnang Blog Awards trip.
Yes, shopping has become an arduous task. I’ve been used to shopping with a purpose — hunting for what my clients need and going for the kill that I forgot how to slow down and enjoy the experience of shopping!
Me: “Aryanna, can you go with me to the mall? I want to relax and shop!” Aryanna: “Shop? You mean sprint! Whatever happened to scoping out the stores at a leisurely pace?”
My human shopping cart. LOL! Thanks Aryanna!
I need to relax. Really. What’s the rush? I have no deadlines to meet. It’s just me and my fantastic plastic (read: credit card)! Haha!
Fancy meeting you here! Hahaha!
It’s the end of season sale in the metro, so it’s a great time to shop. I’m going to take advantage and flex my shopping skills once again. This time, I’m not going to rush. I might even trot to the dressing room (I usually just eyeball the outfits) and try an outfit or two… or three… or more!
Sugar = Shop till you drop! CHOZ! Haha!
Can you remember those times you chose a new vision and passion? Can you remember the FIRE? The DRIVE? The HAPPINESS? I feel alive again— like a girl inside Tiffany’s! Haha!
Breakfast at Tiffany's Holly Golightly: "Did I tell you how divinely and utterly happy I am?"
Guilt-free shopping tips:
Here are some ways to keep your shopping — and your bills — under control:
• Make a list. Buy only what’s on your list or according to how much your budget is. If you don’t know exactly what you want, write a general idea of what you need in your wardrobe.
I suggest that you buy the classics: LBD, men’s white shirt, jeans, jacket/blazer, pumps
• Give yourself a financial reality check. This is the most important thing to consider before you go out for the kill.
• If you’re looking for that shopping high without the sticker shock, there’s always window shopping. I do this often. It’s good training to become a more responsible and happy shopper.
To avoid overspending, walk away from the item, sleep on it, and return the next day if you really want it.
In other news, here’s a little teaser of exciting things to happen on my website:
Shoppingero/shopingera, do you know what’s coming to www.JenniEpperson.com?
Pantone (a color forecasting firm) reveals Color of the Year for 2012:
Year of the Dragon + Color of the year = Lucky color!
Tangerine Tango is the color of 2012, “Year of the Dragon”.
I want to attract more luck this year so inubos ko lang ang Tangerine Tango sa mall! Haha!
On my nails: Orly “Orange Sorbet”
Orly "Orange Sorbet"
On my lips: YSL Rouge Pur Couture “Le Orange”
Thanks for this photo, Nins!
With my former assistant (now, Philippine Tatler's Fashion Editor), Nina during my book launch.
For my client… friend:
KC Concepcion has always loved coral-colored ensembles. This time, I figured, to attract more luck in life and ehem, love, tinodo ko lang ang Tangerine Tango sa kanya! LOL
Last Sunday, I styled her for two shows:
KC at ASAP
Spotted: Lola lusting over KC's indigo YSL sandals! NKKLK!
The ASAP crew with KC in a Tangerine Tango cotton beaded dress, gold serpent belt, and gold YSL sandals.
Pati hikaw, walang patawad!
Tassle + Tangerine = TODO!
KC with Boy Abunda on her last day as host on The Buzz.
I got KC a maxi dress in Tangerine Tango as her “farewell” frock:
“Pussycat” and “Kitty”
Lady luck
Good luck Kace on your new show, “X Factor”! I know you’ll rock it! \m/
Taga n’yo sa bato, “ponkan” colors will be at a shop near you!
The color of ponkan is lucky this year!
Shopingero/shopingera, ubusan ng Tangerine Tango sa mall! Haha!
Thank you Charmaine Palermo for introducing Native shoes to the Eppersons. We love it!
Native shoes are exceptionally light and waterproof shoes that are perfect for Philippine weather. They are very, very light! Haha!
Clockwise: Mine, Tom's, Aryanna's, Dylan's
Native shoes are made for walking!
Aryanna's style
About Native
Native was established in Vancouver, Canada in 2009 with a vision to combine the best of evolving technology and great design. Inspired by classic, casual silhouettes, Native shoes are made from foam-injection molded-EVA, a lightweight, durable and comfortable material. Along with a unique, low-emission manufacturing process, Native shoes are animal bi-product free, waterproof and odor-resistant. Since the first collection launched in Spring 2010, Native has secured global distribution in over 30 countries. Primer Group of Companies is the exclusive distributor of Native in the Philippines.
I can’t believe that my friend Charina Sarte is celebrating her Greenbelt 5 shop’s first year anniversary already! Time flies!
I remember Charing, how nervous, afraid, and excited you were when you signed the contract of your shop! Congratulations!!!
Shopingera, if you’re sexy and you know it, visit Charina Sarte’s shop today! Get a chance to snag her newest collection and take advantage too of their sale — up to 80% off!
Charina Sarte’s shop is located at the 2F, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City
This holiday season, leave the decadent “ornaments” to the Christmas tree. Go for understated and cool accessories — the ones that Inès de la Fressange would be proud of!
Here are some of the chicest accessories I spotted at Aranaz:
Tahiti Pereles
The pearl and chiffon combo is too chic for words! You can wear just one strand or more and pair it with a simple black or white T-shirt.
Tige d'Eau Douce. Colored Silk (in a choice of five colors) with 26 A+ pearls, medium circle, semi round, in 3 different colors.
Better known throughout the world as Black Pearls, Tahiti Cultured Pearls are indigenous to the lagoons of French Polynesia in the South Seas.
“Nadine” lightweight leather totes
The good thing about having a teenage daughter is that we can share clothes and bags! Tipid!
Aryanna style — drop-handle
Aryanna and I take turns in wearing Aranaz’ “Nadine” bag. We love it because it’s lightweight, foldable, and stylish.
Very, very "ka-age" look!
Love the Mother of Pearl detail!
Signature Aranaz
The “Nadine” bag comes in assorted prints. We got the gray camouflage one.
Best-seller
Visit Aranaz now!
Aranaz is located at: 2/L Greenbelt 5, Makati City, Metro Manila; 2/L Power Plant Mall, Makati City, Metro Manila; 2/L Ladies Bag Salon, Rustan’s. Email: aranazbags@gmail.com
Attention shoe slaves, there’s a new platform player in the market and her name is Monica Figueroa.
I met Monica several years ago at one of the Rockwell bazaars. I was drawn to her clever flat shoes creations — they had detachable accessories that you can mix and match to freshen up the look of the ballerines. She put accessories on accessories! Winner!
This time, the shoe designer has caught the platform rage. She has created her new line of “Monica Fig” platforms that are not only fierce but also fun!
I believe that in life (and shoes), the “higher” you go , the more fun you should have!
Now, let the games begin!
"Swinging London"
"Talaria"
"Tea For Two"
"Who's the Fairest"
"2020"
"Stingray"
Monica Fig Chasseur
There you go ladies! Unahan umorder!
Monica Fig Chasseur is by made to order. Place your orders now, call 632.75110026/63.9083150310
