"Now Botox on the Other hand...that works everytime!

Yes, I do know that the Sex and the City Movie came out on the 5th in Australia (and the 30/5 for Americans) but I held out with my often lacking will power and decided to resist the temptation until I had finished all exams. So finally today after my last exam was dead and done I texted my friends to see what they were doing, and way and behold they were going to see Sex and the City -despite J having already seen it- so as I'd promised myself we all went to see it together at lunch. Now I thought that I'd seen most of the girls outfits and I must admit I already had a lot of the paparazzi shots of it all saved on my computer, but so it seems I was pleasantly surprised.

Now for all of the girls and boys who haven't seen it yet I have a message for you:

YOU ARE INSANE!!!!

and this is because it was one of the best movie's I have ever seen in my life and the clothes and accessories were superlative. It was actually MECCA for all things fashion.
Patricia Field, ...I am in Awe.

Finally, because I don't want to ruin it for anyone who hasn't seen it yet I will just tell you of the two things that I am in desperation for, from the movie;

1. Those Black Dior Gladiator heels. Three words: TO DIE FOR!
and 2. That BELT! Yes, the black studded one that was unfortunately a vintage find by Patricia! But can anyone say LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT!
Fortunately as previously mentioned Wittner has a god damn fine copy of the Diors and ASOS and Patricia Field both have copies of the belt!

Well thats all from me so don't forget to give me all of your reviews of the film!

Love Always xoxo,
S.A.A.

A Woman's Persiut of thy coveted Shoe!

Jimmy Choo Ad Campaign with Heather Marks



Sex and the City Urban Shoe Myth

Whilst admiring the hundreds of designer shoes at the new and improved shoe department at David Jones in the city, my friend L and I were discussing how wonderful it would be to be rich. A little on the obvious side I know but more specifically what it will be like when we get our first real big pay check and more importantly what we'll spend it on. L, like many girls will be spending hers on herself because after all she deserves it. But whilst we were admiring the beautiful shoes at the Miu Miu and Jimmy Choo sections L told me that she had already decided what to spend hers on (now that's forward planning for you).

L, when she gets her first big one is heading straight to the counter for an amazingly high, killer pair of the luxurious and world famous, Jimmy Choos. Jimmy's shoes are the shoe choice of Hollywood glamazons like, Jennifer Lopez, Scarlett Johanssen, Lindsay Lohan, Beyonce and Katherine Heigl. You name the celebrity and you can bet they have a couple of pairs in the closet(walk in of course).

So what is it that allures so many girls to flash their credit cards (or first big pay checks) for one of these big name shoes? Are they any more comfortable than the back breaking ones by other lesser brands? According to Carrie Bradshaw, Manolo Blahnik's no.1 fan, yes they are. And not only are you paying for a little more comfort, in the product that is made to be uncomfortable, but these bigger name brands also promise hand made quality, exclusivity (due to the larger prices) and of course exceptional design ahead of the trends.

As L and I were forced to leave the mecca of all shoe departments, we said our goodbyes and promised that we'd visit soon, except that next time we vowed to unleash them from their dreary boxes to let them do what they were made for, walkin. (Jessica Simpson reference here in case you missed it)

Love Always xoxo
S.A.A.

Patricia Field's Sex and the City on a Budget

See the Dior gladiator sandal used through out and the stud belt in outfit no.1 and large statement bag in outfit no.2.

Long monotone grey thigh high socks and a cute pair of shoots (shoe boots -much more forgiving on the calves-) Also a great use of layering so that you can get more outfits out of just the one dress!

Large statement bag: CHECK, Leather Gloves: CHECK

And again we see the use of layering this time in bolder colours and those SOCKS + Gladiator heels!
Photos: Unknown sources

Now here is what you've been waiting for....How to get that Sex and the City Vibe happening! First of all I have to say that the wardrobe for this movie is HUGE and the cost of that is even bigger so for any girl worth her Jimmy's knows that we all can't live like this all the time so when it comes to budget some items are definitely worth the splurge while others you'll just have to take a miss. So to avoid the dilemma of knowing when to splurge and when to save I've already done the hard work for you!!!!

Ok so the main trends followed through each of Carrie's outfit in the move are the brown and black pair of Dior Gladiator sandals, a thick black leather silver studded belt used to cinch the waist (kinda bondage like which is very in this season), a couple of pairs of predominantly black leather gloves a huge statement bag and long school girl socks!

Now I have a treat for all those girls like me who are desperate for those amazing Dior Gladiator heals...

TA-DA ... This exact copy of the Dior Gladiators are available exclusively at Wittner stores or online at www.wittner.com.au for wait for it....just $169.95 a fraction of the thousand dollar price tag of the originals!

Other key trends in the movie as previously mentioned are Long socks
Photos: Wittner.com.au and Sportsgirl.com.au

that reach either just over the knee or right up to mid thigh -depending on how daring a mood you're in- which can look great over stockings and tights if you wish to be a little more conservative! You can pick up these socks now from your local Dotti or Sportsgirl (see above picture) store which have them in a variety of colours and I also think that Witchery may have some as well for around $15. But as far as colours go I'd stick with more the muted tones of Beige and grey otherwise your outfit could start to look a little to Japanese school girl/tranny rather than New York Chic!

As far as the studded belt goes I know that Bardot had one or two similar but slightly smaller black leather studded options that would work equally as well if cinched around the waist or worn loosely over the hips with a pair of jeans (black skinny preferred cause yes they are still in and you won't catch me throwing mine out too soon).

Photo: Cropped from the Bardot Winter 08 ad Campaign

I hope these little key trends and hints help you add a little Sex and the City into your wardrobe cause I mean we couldn't just let Carrie have all of the fun!!!

If you have any more questions about this eclectic outfits just give me a bell and I'll wright back as soon as possible!

Love Always xoxo
S.A.A.


P.S. Dents have some great leather gloves and other accessories at the moment which you can get from your local David Jones!