Gone are the days when the Wellington boots — also known as "Wellies" or rain boots — were solely used for gardening, farming or for children to stomp around in the rain. Now, these stylish boots are reinvented for the trendsetters and fashion trendies alike, to wear all-season round and any place they wish.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | November 21, 2005
Charm jewelry has long been in vogue throughout history: from the ancient Egyptian pharaohs using magical amulets to ward off their enemies, to the early 19th-century Victorian fashionistas donning bracelets and necklaces displaying their family crests, lockets and tokens given by loved ones. Since then, this narrative link — often passed down through generations — has been a timeless fashion collectible.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | December 16, 2005
One can't help but notice the display windows on the corner shop of Fourth Avenue's Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Luly Yang Couture just stands out. This timeless, elegant and classy bridal- and evening-wear boutique is a delightful example of what fairy tales are made of.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | January 18, 2006
Hello Kitty — Sanrio's international pop icon of cuteness — is 31, fabulous and worth a billion bucks. Women of all ages adore her, and other starlet cartoon characters want to be her. That's how purrfectly irresistible this feline is.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | January 20, 2006
When it comes to ladies lusting for a shiny new piece of jewelry, there are those who wait for someone to buy it for them and those who buy it for themselves, jewelers say. The "self-purchasers" — the ones buying jewelry for themselves — are increasing in numbers and more common than ever.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | January 25, 2006
Since 1934, Byrnie Utz has provided Northwest locals and visitors with well-designed, stylish hats to complete their looks or simply to keep their heads warm. This family-owned and family-operated hat shop, still in the same location where Byrnie Utz first set up shop 72 years ago -- Union Street and Third Avenue -- continues the old-fashioned traditions established by its founder.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | April 11, 2006
