Prada - The Fine Art of Fashion

Prada was founded in 1913 by Mario Prada in the city of Milan. Before it was the couture label we know today, it was known as "Prada Brothers" in Italy--a leather goods business. But the label’s foray beyond luggage didn't happen until Mario's granddaughter, Miuccia Prada, inherited the it in 1978. It was Miuccia who led the company into high fashion, expanding the leather goods business into a line of clothing and accessories. In 1989, Prada made its official ready-to-wear launch on the Milan runway. Miuccia started Prada's second line of clothing called Miu Miu in 1992. The Miu Miu line evokes high-end vintage, but is simple in its execution of style. Prada is widely recognized as one of the most influential clothing designers in the fashion industry, influencing runways around the globe.

<- These are from Prada's Spring '08 line

Some very cute spectator pumps by Prada ->

Some very cute pumps by Miu Miu. -->
<-- and I love these wedges by Miu Miu

OT - 10 horses seized in starvation case

10 horses seized from a Carnation farm on Saturday, February 23rd, 6 of which were taken in by SAFE. The story was covered by King 5 (That's my vet Dr. Hannah Evergreen, and Jaime Taft works with SAFE) Check out the video:

http://www.king5.com/video/index.html?nvid=221926&shu=1

More information can be found on SAFE at http://www.safehorses.org/horses/carnation_horses.html

Christian Louboutin wish list

Christian Louboutin

Sandals for spring/summer

Christian Louboutin is a well known French shoe designer. His shoes are easily recognised by their signature lacquered red soles. The delicate timeless designs of Christian Louboutin are the perfect blend of beauty and sex appeal.

These cork wedges have an elasticized sling-back with pink and black patent leather and an open toe.

<-great flats; cute, funky, and easy to wear.

Mens wear inspired lace-up oxfords...very cute ->

<- love these white patent sandals with the zipper detail.

Andthese ballarina sequined flats are so adorable->

His shoes sell at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Net-a-porter, Saks.com and select Nordstroms. Of course you can also find him on E-bay.

Maybe someday I will find a pair I can afford at the Rack *crosses fingers* His shoes retail for between $520 and upwards of $1,500

A new addition to Second Chance Ranch Snohomish Chapter

Skagit county auction rescue

"Sarah" is a 17yo thoroughbred mare, preliminary level eventer and broodmare. She was dumped at the Skagit county auction. Her complete story and more information will be posted shortly.

She is the sweetest mare. She had perfect manners, and took everything in stride. Sarah stood perfectly still for her evaluation; she is good with her feet, easy to catch, great shoulder, straight legs, pretty mover, quiet and very very sweet. Here are a few pictures:

NASCAR high heels and cowgirl boots?

"NASCAR is nudging its female fans to slip into something a little more comfortable — and fashionable." - USA Today



Just as 'Fashion Week' in New York is wrapping up -NASCAR is getting started. The sizzling stock car racing brand — which still has no female drivers in its top circuit — can no longer take women for granted. NASCAR might seem a boys' club, but women are 40% of NASCAR's fan base and 50% of its new fans.

NASCAR thinks it can boost it's product sales — and image — by courting female fans. Five years ago, NASCAR sold $84 million in goods for women. This year, it expects to sell roughly $250 million, much of it online at nascar.com, says Mark Dyer, vice president of licensing.

"NASCAR is one of the hottest brands out there," says Wendy Liebmann, president of WSL Strategic Retail. "A lot of middle-American women — women who shop — are devoted to the sport."

Some 51% of NASCAR's female fans say they'd opt to shop at retailers with NASCAR styles for women.
What NASCAR's doing to oblige: Swimsuits, Shoes, leather coats and purses, clothing, books (The Girls Guide to NASCAR hits bookstores next month.)
And after sales of two Harlequin romance novels took off last year, the publisher plans another 19 NASCAR-themed romances in the next year.

NASCAR brand shoes also sell in Victoria's Secret they're not awful but still a ways from couture. Although I would wear the pair above, but you can't go wrong with a pair of red patent leather pumps.

My amazing boyfriend Ben is really into NASCAR and stock car racing. I have watched a couple of races with him, including the Daytona 500, and slowly I am understanding the sport and starting to get into it. So where previously my opinion of NASCAR reflected this T-shirt from Bustedtees.com


I will eventually have to admit to being a NASCAR fan. Although I think I will stick to Salvatore Ferragamo and Jimmy choo

Also check out this article:

A fashion show on pit road

Shoe of the day! some Manolo's of course

For Spring it's all about the girly sandals. These kitten heel sandals by Manolo Blahnik are yummy! The "Petta" made in Italy has a 2" kitten heel, silver napa leather with gold flower appliqués. Love them

And these are some very yummy Manolo's from his spring collection: The "Tunel" is a Black with white polka dotted cotton keyhole vamp with solid white patent leather trim and bow detail, and a 3 1/2" covered heel. Of course it is made in Italy. Totally yummy shoes.

And some very funky open toed scalloped patent sandals. The "Suley" is nude with pink trim, silver-tone hardware and buckle detail in back. Very cute and super funky.

As my best friend always says "Start things off with Chocolate"

Chocolate High Heel Shoe

Masterfully combining two of my biggest passions! For the chocolate and shoe-obsessed! Who wouldn't love these designer shoes?

OOO I see a new hobby in the making!

They always say "shoes are chocolate for the feet"