The One about the Skechers Sergeant’s Verdict Waterproof Boots
As my trip to Japan is coming up very quickly, I actually thought I had everything all planned out. Awesome dress shoes and my running shoes for long walks around Tokyo, planned outfits to wear for Shibuya Fashion Week, Anime Japan and Tokyo Outdoor Weekend Read More …
Travel Guide – Japan: The One about Hyperdia and Google Maps (For Riding the Trains/Subway in Japan)
My first time to Japan, it was during my final year in college. Having minored in Japanese, I was ready to take my first voyage to the Land of the Rising Sun and felt I was ready. That was until I reached Narita Airport and Read More …
The One about the Clark Center for Japanese Art and Culture
For over 20 years, the Clark Center for Japanese Art and Culture(formerly known as the Ruth & Sherman Lee Institute for Japanese Art at the Clark Center) in Hanford, California, has provided magnificent exhibitions of artwork to many people in the local area but also Read More …
The One about the G.H. Bass & Co. Brockton Suede Oxford Shoes
When it comes to shoes made in America, G.H. Bass & Co. is one of the few companies that can claim its over 125-years-old. Created by George Henry Bass in 1876, the company was known for creation plow shoes for farmers and created moccasins, but Read More …
The One about the Florsheim Jeremy Suede Shoes
There are very few shoe companies in America that have remained in business for over 100 years. But Florsheim is a company that still remains strong to this day. Founded by Milton S. Florsheim in 1892, he and his father Sigmund made the first shoe Read More …
The One about the Call It Spring GARDNER Boots
With my last review of a CALL IT SPRING boot, I decided to give ALDO’s affordable shoe company another chance by purchasing the GARDNER boot. Offered in Gray, Brown, Black and Cognac (which is not available in California), the lace-up boot features a distressed upper Read More …
The One about the Ray-Ban
I received my first pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses when I was a young teenager. And as cool as they were, the version I was gifted by my uncle were a size that nearly pinched the blood vessels in my head because they were smaller. I Read More …
The One about Sockbeat
Many people who know me, now I have a special admiration for socks. While I have a considerable amount in my collection, as I do with shoes, watches and denim, one thing I get noticed a lot for are my socks. I believe that any Read More …
The One about Renting Mobile Wi-Fi in Japan
For anyone planning to travel to Japan, there is one major necessity if you have a cell phone, tablet or laptop accompanying you. And that is a rental mobile WiFi or a prepaid SIM. For any foreigner, traveling to Japan with a mobile Wi-Fi device Read More …
The One about the COACH Camden Leather Zip Travel Zip Bag
For those who are traveling to another country, I recommend a passport cover or a zip travel bag. In some countries, it’s the law for foreigners to have their passport on them. Also, it comes useful in case something bad may happen to you and Read More …
The One about “Among the Wildflowers” by Meissen Couture at Milan Fashion Week
Alicia Von Rittberg, Christian Kurtzke (C), Britta Heidemann and models attend the Meissen Couture FW15 presentation during Milan Fashion Week on February 26, 2015 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for Meissen Couture) On 26th of February, during the Milan Fashion Week, Meissen Read More …
The One about the Contigo Autoseal West Loop Stainless Steel Travel Mug
When it comes to auto-sealing mugs, Contigo makes one of the better auto-sealing mugs in the market and also produce a variety of stylish mugs in different colors as well. But with the release of Contigo’s Autoseal West Loop Stainless Steel travel mug, it was Read More …
The One about the Ralph Lauren Tedd Boots
I have reviewed the various Ralph Lauren Polo shoes out there. This time, I will take a look at the Ralph Lauren Tedd leather boots. Made in China, the Ralph Lauren Tedd’s (Brown Gum) feature a waxy leather upper, rounded-toe silhouette, lace-up closure, two-tone detail Read More …
The One about the Banana Republic Desert Boots
The Desert Boot…. boots that were made popular by Clarks has no doubt been a go-to shoe for fans of desert boots. And the Desert Boot has been so popular that many other companies have created their own (expensive or inexpensive) version of the desert Read More …
The One about Aliza Davidovit’s “The Words That Shaped Me”
(Originally reviewed back in February 6, 2010) Jackie Mason once said about journalist and TV producer Aliza Davidovit, “Aliza has the brains of Henry Kissinger and the body of Marilyn Monroe”. And that is possibly an understatement as Aliza Davidovit can be seen on television Read More …
The One About the Perrier
As I have become interested in various types of bottled water, I figured I had to give Perrier a try. It’s been a long time since I have purchased it that I can no longer remember if I liked or disliked it. But what better Read More …
The One about Kit Kat in Japan
Kit Kat, the popular wafer candy wrapped in chocolate which originated in the UK back in 1935. By 1973, the candy would be released in Japan and since then, the Kit Kat brand and candy has been popular. A big question we are asked is Read More …
The One About the COACH Lexington Leather Flap Business Brief
As a big supporter of COACH leather bags, I needed a new laptop bag. And it was a difficult choice because I’m trying to avoid getting too much black as in the past, everything I purchased was black. So, I’m opting for more camel or Read More …
The One About Banana Republic Socks
Each time I visit a store, one of the last things I try to see are their socks. Often many stores tend to have sales or great selections and I happened to visit the local Banana Republic store as I was in the mood for Read More …
The One About the adidas stan smith shoes
The adidas Stan Smith shoe has come a long way since it’s debut in 1971. It’s origin goes back as far as 1963 when adidas released their first tennis shoe, the first leather tennis shoe based on the original idea of Horst Dassler, son of Read More …
The One About the COACH MBK Weekend Tote
For any one who is traveling for the weekend, you need a weekend tote. I was looking for a weekend tote that was of a lighter brown leather and sure enough, I saw the last fawn colored MBK Weekend Tote at our local COACH store. Read More …
The One About the Fried Rice
I love fried rice. Unfortunately, the way I liked it would kick me out of my schedule of eating healthy. So, I had alternate things a bit, minus the eggs, meat and bulk up on the veggies. So, here is my recipe for my fried Read More …
The One about the COACH Leather Gloves
When it comes to the winter time, I love to wear gloves but I’m going to be truthful, by the time I usually want to buy gloves, winter is almost over and quite often is the case, it’s snowing and freezing in the East Coast, Read More …
The One about Wearable Technology via GÓMEZ – Samsung EGO Innovation Project – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid
On February 11th at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Madrid, the iconic Spanish show, organized by IFEMA, celebrated their 30 years of history welcoming new designers such as The 2nd Skin Co., Leandro Cano and Esther Noriega, and presenting Portugal as the Guest country, with a Read More …
The One About the H&M Socks
H&M is known for being stylish but yet selling their products for a lower price. The concept of H&M and also Forever 21 have changed the fashion landscape in terms of affordable clothes and have propelled the companies in popularity. For those not familiar with Read More …