KOBI LEVI - Creative Shoe Artist

KOBI LEVI - FOOTWEAR ARTIST

If there was such a world where shoe lovers could succumb to every possible 'shoe imagination',then this man would have to be the person to turn it into a visual reality.

Introducing to the circuit of shoe design connoisseurs; Mr Kobi Levi. Mr Kobi Levi hails from the destination of Tel Aviv, Israel but is constantly travelling for his love of shoe creations. Here in this 'world away' destination, Mr Kobi Levi nurtures his creativity in an extremely artistically real sense. Combining the lover in every woman's life.. the 'shoe' and the 'living' ( the everyday things in life).

Mr Kobi Levi has that talent whereby the difference between you and him, would be; his sixth sense talent of realistic interpretation. In the 'eye of the beholder'... in Mr Kobi Levi's eyes, he sees more than what you see, instead he sees not only the external, but he always visualises the internal and the depth. From what he sees..he thinks, he imagines and he creates.

His designs are hailed as artistic works of art, although all designs are very much so wearable. Each footform design is a mimic of the life like objects, re-created in the form of a shoe, and interpreted from the artistic mind of Mr Kobi Levi.

Mr Kobi Levi is one of those rare artistic souls with exceptional interpretational vision. He proclaims that he cannot live without "creativity, excitement, curiosity and footwear" xo. His goal, is to continue designing, and conceptualising into reality his shoe creations and to continue to form collaborations with other artistic minds ("fashion designers, pop stars, theatres etc....").

Every now and again the vary rare and exceptionally artistic talented minds surface to experience our appreciation.... thank - you Mr Kobi Levi for inspiring and evoking thought ( a smile, a story, an emotion) through your designs xoxo.

Fashion lovers, embrace, interpret and simply appreciate the designs of Mr Kobi Levi xx.

Love me or hate me

Madam Alexandra E.(k)

Cheers Mr Kobi Levi, for the use of your images xx.

POPPY KING -LIPSTICK QUEEN....... "JEAN QUEEN"

Poppy King - Creator and Director of Lipstick Queen

I define wearing lipstick as the 'cherry on top of the pie', the end result to that perfect feeling or look, the quick pick me up on those days when you look less than how you were the day before.

Applying lipstick is without a doubt the 'silent' magic miracle for whatever the style any fashionista is wanting to achieve, and who else would know more about this silent beauty miracle than that of the Queen herself, Poppy King, the Lipstick Queen.

Poppy King is seated on her own throne, in her palace, she is the reigning 'Lipstick Queen'. With over more than a decade of experience in the beauty industry, Poppy King is immersing herself in the one thing that feeds her intelligence and her intelligence feeds it, similar to that of 'food for the soul' (I'm pretty sure the world of lipstick is the delectable 'food' to Poppy King's soul).

Lipsticks have been the constant relief, and recently, the success for Poppy Kings' presence in the land of where many fashion & beauty Kings and Queens reside (America). These days, Poppy King can be found heading her very successful business, Lipstick Queen ( a rightful title indeed xo) in America.

Although oceans and islands away from her country of birth (Australia), Poppy King is a true example to the testament of overcoming the 'hiccups' in your life (the past events of her Poppy King brand in Australia) to rise on top and thrive successfully in a land which many are unable to penetrate a successful business in. This indeed, is a true example of her dedication to her first love... Lipstick Queen.

The Lipstick Queen namesake is currently surging forth, in providing women of America with desirable 'lipstick, gloss and cosmetic' solutions. I love how Poppy King has remained true to her passion and channels her style and inspirations from the era's of Slim Keith (50's era socialite) and Joan from the ever popular television segment Mad Men.. ( I love Joan and her style too xox).

Poppy King admits that her own personal style is a combination of "retro-glam, with a modern twist", she 'mixes era's with influences'. Her signature red lip pout, defines this unique and memorable Poppy King style.

And so, I say this with my perfect pout, to all the women draped in their Alexander Wang ensembles, swinging with their Chloe or Hermes bags, and striding effortlessly in their Manolo Blahnik's, there is without a doubt, that amongst all these larger than life applications to one's personal style, that there is also the presence of Lipstick Queens' newest family member... dubbed 'Jean Queen' - "the ultimate lip color to wear with jeans".

Jean Queen, is a product name encompassing what its purpose is and where it's hailed from. Its purpose being, designed for those who are in search for that perfect pout, shine and sheen to enhance one of the must have essential fashion pieces in your wardrobe... the "Jean", yes ladies, I'm referring to the denim, the washed , the torn, the tight, the funnel, the flared, the skinny leg, the cut off, the short and the list goes on.. xo.

Imagine slipping on a pair of your favourite Jeans and having the age old dilemma of selecting the perfect shade of lippy to go with your jeans has been answered! The Lipstick Queen, has created Jean Queen for this exact convenience. The convenience of eliminating those days when you need to combine that perfect shade of lipstick or gloss with your perfect pair of jeans. Made up of a colour palette of sheer, shine and opaque pink that is suitable to all shades of denim and elements of the human race (skin tones, age and ethnicities).

When I first heard of the Jean Queen Lipstick, I absolutely loved the idea and the concept of it!, what a clever creative xoxo, tapping into the minds of all fashion lovers and coming out with the perfect product with elements of pout for your lips, and pizazz for your jeans.

My dear fashion and beauty lovers, this is one secret you simply can't keep to yourselves! shhh... tell everyone!

http://www.lipstickqueen.com/


Love me or hate me


Madam Alexandra E (k)

images: courtesy of Lipstick Queen.

TOM GUNN - HIGH END IN THE SEASON OF SPRING & SUMMER 010/011

In the minds of the creators/ designers of Tom Gunn ( Gabrielle Thompson & Shannon Gunn ).. a vision for every woman to be draped in nothing short of but 'high end' foot forms. The season of Spring & Summer has encouraged this creative duo to present a collection continuous to their signature use and display of luxury textiles of leathers and skins.

The Tom Gunn label appears to not follow distinct 'trends'.. but instead, keeping to it's own unique quality of style. Fusions of leathers and skins; a myriad of shapes and depth is what brings together the great amount of detail in each Tom Gunn design.. xo.

Placing themselves in the high end bracket of the foot form industry of Australia, Tom Gunn shoes have the consistent reputation in catering for the shoe lovers who have that taste for the finer things in life.... or, who simply wish to invest in something which defines luxury.. where quality is never compromised, no matter what the price ($) is to pay xo.....confused????..below, are a few definitions of what it means to be in the 'high end' bracket of commodities;

High end: " appealing to sophisticated and discerning customers "
" can be referred to as upmarket products "
" a product that is one of the most expensive or advanced in a companys' product range ".

Tom Gunn = High End; designed in Australia & made in Italy xoxo.

http://www.tomgunn.com.au/

images: courtesy of the Tom Gunn label.


Love me or hate me


Madam Alexandra E.(k)

PHYLLIS BOHO: Part 2, the complete collection.

Dear fashion lovers, a few weeks ago I gave you all an insight and a small 'snippet' from the exciting new collection to come from the Phyllis Boho label.. and as I had promised... here is the complete collection/ range from the new Phyllis Boho label...... Phyllis Boho; a barefooted and carefree spirited soul birthed from the Byron Bay breeze... xoxo... available in stores in another week........ ( waiting patiently xo)


Enjoy the lovely images.. courtesy from the Phyllis Boho team xo. http://www.phyllisboho.com/

P.S. I suggest a pedicure, if you wish to be seen styling in a Phyllis Boho creation xo.

Love me or hate me


Madam Alexandra E. (k)

TALULAH: ROMANCING IN WONDERLAND...... romanced.... I am indeed.. xo.

Kelli Wharton

Director and Designer of Talulah

Fashion lovers..... rewind to 2002.. the year in which the inevitable birth of the Talulah label first captured the fashion yearnings of the fashion forward and fashion conscious, for those who wanted more for the inside ( lingerie ) as opposed to the outside.. Now fast forward to 2010, and numerous successful collections, along with stockists worldwide, Kelli Wharton ( the creative designer and director of Talulah), has carved an impressive statement in the fashion industry.

Spreading her wings from just giving the fashionista a choice of lingerie, Talulah, these days gives you.. so much more than just straps, lace and negligees... instead... picture embellishments, flowing lines and simply flirty style elegance... with the ability to allow you to attend those Friday cocktails, Saturday lunches, and Sunday brunches.... or picnics in the park, barefoot on the boardwalk & stylish at the soiree... xxo.

Kelli Wharton this season has clearly captured the feeling felt by nearly every 'fashion free' femme.. ( fashion free: carefree & independent, yet still very intelligent and conscious in her choice of dress ) and that is.. the feeling of stepping out with the impression of looking effortlessly fresh. Spring 2010 is titled "Romancing In Wonderland" - "inspired by youthful elegance through the use of soft lovely silks and beautiful prints, complimented by standout headpieces" - Kelli Warton.

My thoughts on 'Romancing in Wonderland'? - Romanced I am indeed...xo I enjoy the notion of knowing that this current collection is still very much in keeping with the feminine form ( accentuating it, and not overbearing ) and immensley wearable. Elongated sweeping hemline styles, blended intelligently with carefully 'thought' of textures, prints, and architectural style arrangements... xoxo, clearly...all based on quality and visual appeal xo.

What is this "Wonderland"?.. this place where you so seemingly enter into a state of romancing??. I can only... with creative assumption, picture this wonderland... as being simply this: " A place filled with all things delectable, delightful and desirable coupled with a dream like and playful state of mind ( from Talulah, an option of delectable prints, frills, silks and tucks... tucks in the form of the cute 'played' down style of the bubble dress. ) I love the new 'soft' interpretation of the mini bubble style designs.... the illusion of 'not quite' bubble... enhancing the continual hidden & tucked flow of the hemline xoxo.

Kelli describes her style as; "feminine, bold with a touch of sparkle" ( I love the 'touch of sparkle' part..xo... because it brings comfort in knowing that the Talulah label is just as much about the 'personable' as it is about being the 'fashionable'). I describe her style as.... freedom, edgy and girly ( girly as in... stylish girly... and not 'cutesy' girly).. with an indulgent slant...xoxo.

Kelli comments, how she loves how "Australian women follow boutique brands, as it gives us a chance to show best what we love!"... and in reciprocation... thank - you to Kelli for her creative talents in educating Australian women on how to fall in love with this chic boutique sense of style xoxo.

This Spring...2010, allow Talulah to take you into your own personal wonderland......xoxo.

http://www.talulah.com.au/


Love me or hate me


Madam Alexandra E. (k)




Images: courtesy of the Talulah team. xo