15.03.2012


Well, whaddya know....our favourite royal fashionista Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, is also a thrifter! Grazia Daily recently reported that the elegant grey Jesire coatdress worn by the Duchess to her first solo official visit to the National Portrait Gallery recently (picture, below) was in fact an item she scored at a second-hand clothing store called The Stock Exchange near her parents' home in Bucklebury. Recall our December 2011 post where we presented our case for thrifting and responsible consumption. As massive proponents of recycling in general, we're just so smug right now we could burst. Great minds do think alike:)  


She's a closet (pun coincidental!) thrifter though; staff at The Stock Exchange told reporters that she didn't actually go into the store herself to purchase the dress, but sent in an assistant instead.  But that's really besides the point, isn't it? The Duchess may have a personal assistant buying the dress incognito, but Kate was clearly confident enough to attend a formal function and appear in the public eye in it.  A  future Queen of England looking every inch the lovely and elegant royal in a pre-owned dress, a high street label one to boot! Didn't cramp her style one bit. Who would've thought? We're all for it. More power to her!

How much more convincing does one need? If thrifting is good enough for the Duchess of Cambridge....... just sayin' ;)



14.03.2012


Our footwear expenses have now been well-justifed. Heck, we can all do with a whole lot more shoes fun in our lives ;) Gotta love Carrie Bradshaw!

13.03.2012

 Add a touch of girly charm to your outfits with a gorgeous pair of bow bedecked footwear. Whether big and bold, or dainty and demure, these bowed beauties can be worn with a plethora of looks and are arguably the prettiest way to ground chic looks. Bow(-tiful) shoes can crank up your pedo-style-o-meter a notch or two and add just the right amount of fun and flair to your overall look; be it a casual day ensemble, like the ones Jessica Alba wore while out and about, or the more elegant looks per Taylor Swift and Emma Watson.  Now thanks to yours truly, you don’t have to break the bank to seek out similar style cues ;)

1. Red Bow Front Ballet Flats [AC255]
Jessica Alba rocked a cool masculine style whilst staying feminine by mixing a pair of sophisticated red bow embellished flats against her neutral outfit. Emulate her copy-worthy style with these red ballet flats for an instant shot of color. The elasticized sides provide comfort and a broken-in feel.  Shoes have a front bow, round toe and floral print cloth lining. Slip on. Size 5. Made of PVC leather. Soles show signs of normal wear. There is slight scuffing on the upper toes and the insoles are clean. These shoes have been well loved but still have a lot of life left in them and are in very good condition. Priced at RM7.

2. Denim Bow Front Ballet Flats [AC256]
Taylor Swift radiated a youthful vibe by pairing her vintage frock with a cute light-coloured bow bedecked skimmers. Our pointed toe denim flats with frayed bows on the vamp are an equally fashionable (and much cheaper!) option that would really be a chic addition to your footwear repertoire. Made from denim canvas, shoes have front bows with frayed edges and metal studs, slightly pointed toes and black rubber soles. Slip on. Size 36. Shoes are like new with hardly any signs of wear on the soles. No stains, scuffing or soiling on the shoe uppers. Insoles are very clean.  Priced at RM10.


 3. Bandolino Satin Slingback Heels [AC257]
When your desired look calls for just a hint of elevation, slip on Bandolino’s effortlessly chic mid-heel satin slingbacks in a gorgeous midnight blue hue. A dainty bow of the same material provides a feminine twist and the sheen from the satin material an elegant edge. A fashionable fusion of pretty and practical as the modest heel will keep you comfy and stylish around the clock, not unlike Emma Watson. Ideal for all you fashionistas-on-the-go! Bandolino slingback heels have midnight blue satin fabric uppers with a pointed toe, mid heel and bow detail on the vamp. Heel measures approximately 2.5”. Slip on. Made in Spain. Size 36M. Leather soles have only very light signs of wear from gentle use. Hardly any stains, scuffing or soiling on the shoe uppers. Some cracking and peeling of the inner leather lining along the slingback which will not be visible externally. Otherwise these babies are in excellent condition. Priced at RM50.



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05.03.2012


We dare vouch that these utterly practical Zara 2fer tops will surely pass your clothing utility test: they’re flattering, comfortable, smart enough for work yet casual enough for off-duty days as they can be easily matched with jeans, chinos, tailored trousers or even skirts. The white cotton shirt front detailing also make them great under suits too. They literally provide an effortless way to achieve the fashionable layered look (without having to do any actual layering!), providing complete styling in one piece and giving your style an instant update. Just what you need when rushing to put together a put-together look for work or the weekend!

These go-with-everything 2fer knit Zara tops feature a V-neck with a faux white cotton shirt front with hidden-button placket, short sleeves with white cotton cuffs. Available in Dark Brown, Pink, and Camel.

1. Zara 2fer Top in Dark Brown [AC252] SOLD
95% Cotton 5% Spandex. Size M.

2. Zara 2fer Top in Pink [AC253] SOLD
95% Cotton 5% Spandex. Size M.

3. Zara 2fer Top in Camel [AC254] SOLD
95% Cotton 5% Spandex. Size M.

Free delivery to anywhere in Peninsular Malaysia for purchases of RM50 or more.

For further information or to purchase, please contact:
taitaitwins[at]gmail.com