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Shoes to kill and die for – ep. 432
1. See by Chloé makes looking chic while staying comfortable an easy feat with these pale-gold leather and canvas ballet flats. Featuring all-over sequins and a bow embellishment, slip on these sweet shoes to ground irresistibly feminine outfits.
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs has given ballet flats a typically kooky update for SS12 in neon-pink rubber with a cute mouse toe. Wear them on vacation or by the pool to give your look a playful injection of electric color.
3. The city girl’s footwear of choice, Giuseppe Zanotti’s watersnake ballet flats are ideal for stylishly navigating the urban landscape. Create your street-chic look with a casual knit and cropped jeans, highlighting the silver metal toe cap with tonal accessories.
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Pearl Bridal 2012 Spring Collection
The Pearl Bridal Collection is being launched in the spring of 2012 by a very prestigious company that has been in the bridal industry for over 40 years. This new and exciting collection offers a range of possibilities to achieve the look that is right for every bride. Tiered layers of ruffles, stunning beadwork and luxe fabrics are just some of the things that make this collection of bridal gowns truly stand out in the world of design.
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Jesus Peiro Spring Bridal 2012 Collection
Jesus Peiro is a luxurious couture designer who has been making his mark on the Spanish and European bridal market for a number of years now. As a designer he is committed to a high quality of bridal design with a finish that has been compared to Haute Couture. His contemporary designs will suite those brides looking for a luxurious unique wedding gown.
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Oscar Carvallo 2012 Spring Summer Bridal Collection
Oscar Carvallo has always been known for his unique, personal and often theatrical touch, as well as his special attentiveness to femininity in his designs. Some common themes that can be seen throughout his body of work are the Latin-chic, drama-sex and organic–surrealism.
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Giovanna Sposa 2012 Spring Summer Bridal Collection
Giovanna Sposa relies entirely on a privileged relationship with the brides in search for an elegance particularly refined. A style that comes from high-quality gowns but versatile and at the same time, catering to every need.
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Marie Laporte Spring 2012 Bridal Collection
Marie Laporte uses the best of the modern couture. She likes to play with the fabrics and create lightweight silhouettes adorned with fancy details. She also loves designing immaculate white gowns for the young bride who doesn’t want anything too pompous or agglomerated. The label she promotes is based on simplicity, finesse and femininity. Everything about her gowns is impeccable, pure and innocent.
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Shoes to kill and die for – ep. 431
1. Let Christian Louboutin’s ‘La Favorita’ pumps inject your wardrobe with edge and elegance. In a texture clash of soft black suede and slick patent-leather, this covetable pair will make the perfect partner to spring’s bold palette – try a jewel-hued satin dress and graphic clutch to finish.
2. Kaleidoscopic colors are on our fashion radar for the new season, so take the trend through to your footwear with Christian Louboutin’s glossed-leather and suede ‘Djaldos’ sandals.
3. Transform after-dark outfits with Lanvin’s sensational ‘Opanca’ sandals. With a standout crystal-encrusted heel and sporty Velcro-fastening front, this striking pair is a fabulous collision of contrasts.
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How to Find Her Perfect Diamond Engagement Ring
You’ve finally decided to get down on one knee and propose to the love of your life. But when it comes to revealing her perfect diamond engagement ring, you’re feeling a bit stuck for ideas. How do you know which diamond ring she’s dreaming of? Can you involve her friends without one of them spilling the beans? And how can you figure out her ring size without tipping her off as to your intentions?
Not to worry, groom-to-be: there are plenty of sneaky tips and techniques you can employ in the quest to find her perfect diamond engagement ring. Get ready to surprise your sweetheart with the ring she’s always dreamt of!
Select Her Friend Carefully
When it comes to the hunt for her perfect diamond engagement ring, you’ll need to call in back-up in the form of one of her closest friends. However, this doesn’t mean you should involve just

anyone in the hunt – after all, some people won’t be able to keep this wonderful secret to themselves!
Ultimately, you’ll want to choose one of her closest friends who is also extremely good at keeping secrets. Think long and hard about this one. Who does she most often confide in?
Can’t pick one of her friends to help you out? Don’t be afraid to recruit her mother, father, or sister in your search. Just be sure whomever you choose can keep a secret, as nothing will take the wind out of your sails faster than a spoiled proposal!Who do you feel is the most trustworthy? Who will be able to figure out her ring size, or her favorite diamond shape, without your bride-to-be getting suspicious? Go with your gut instinct here, as this is an important decision.Grab One of Her Rings
If you don’t want to involve anyone with your surprise proposal, here’s a sneaky way to figure out your future bride’s ring size: grab one of her current rings and take it to the local jeweler’s to determine what size she wears. Just make sure to replace the ring as quickly as possible, as you don’t want her to get suspicious.
Pay Attention
This tip is a great one if you have friends who are already engaged or married. Go through your Facebook photos and select a few of an engaged friend she doesn’t know. Casually mention that one of your friends got engaged, and have her come over to look at the picture of the ring. Gauge her reaction: does she love the ring, or does she proclaim that it’s not her style? You’ll be surprised at how much information you can dig up using this sneaky little method.
Use these tips and techniques to find her perfect diamond engagement ring!
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Victoria Nicole Spring 2012 Bridal Collection
Victoria McMillan, Designer and President of Victoria Nicole has been designing and creating timeless, romantic gowns for over 20 years. According to Victoria, an award-winning bridal designer,“I feel the most important part of what I do is to make the bride feel beautiful in the way she looks, so that she exudes an air of confidence, grace and elegance.”
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Marylise Spring Summer 2012 Bridal Collection
The Marylise collection of wedding dresses and bridal gowns features a winning balance of simplicity, femininity and refinement. A unique mix comprised of technical components and production methods is ascertained for each piece. This process implements the latest CAD technology and results in the first so-called zero collection.

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