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May I present to you, one of the most beautiful bags available now in stores around Australia! And I am actually talking about one very specific bag I found today and bought as a gift for my sister.
Some might say it's a little late to report this bag now as the price has already been reduced, which means that its been available for quite some time. But ah well, I still want to share it with you anyway. As I kind of guessed, the only possible reason why the store I went to still has more stocks of the bag is because they put them on a very low shelf (that I think not many people would notice).
The bow definitely is the star!
Say hello to Jigsaw, one of the most well-known fashion brands existing now in Australia. The bag I bought is a pink satin clutch bag with a lovely big sequined bow. It just caught my eye as I was walking inside the store and I knew right away my sister would love it. The bag originally cost $179, which is crossed on the tag with a red pen marking the reduced price of $99. The price didnt stop there by the way, for no apparent reason I asked if the price was further reduced, and yes, it is apparently has been reduced to $69!
I really think this is a very good bargain for a beautiful expensive-looking bag. And as for those who are not into pink, don't worry, the bag is also available in black which is just as pretty!
For more information on the bag and store locations, click here.
"Smile for the camera!"
What do Pedro Almodovar, Penelope Cruz and camera have in common? Is it their Spanish blood? Perhaps yes for both Pedro and Penelope. But there's something else that some of you probably don't know yet, and that is their ability to create great movies! I know I pretty much gave the clue away when I mentioned the camera bit, but apparently there are still many who aren't aware of their brilliant collaboration in movies.
They really are looking focused, aren't they?
Born in Calzada de Calatrava, a province of Castile-La Mancha in 1949, Almodovar was raised in a somewhat religious household where his parents wished he would grow up to become a priest. As a young boy, he was given a part time job by his mother as a teacher of literacy in the village and also a letter reader and transcriber for the neighbors. Hed later pursue his deepest fascination for movies by moving to Madrid in 1967. The new energy and spirit of the city gave him even more of the freedom and passion to keep on pursuing his admiration for experimental cinema.
The cast of 'All About My Mother'
Today, sixteen great movies later, Almodovar has become a major figure on the stage of world cinema. His movies, which are all in Spanish, have been greatly enjoyed by international audience. Yes, reading subtitles havent really been a problem when you get mouth-watering colours for your eyes at the same time! His movies are well known for their exceptionally distinctive storylines and most importantly because of their visually strong colours. Bright red are often the most apparent but lets not rule out his greens, blues and yellows which are also highlighting all his movies!
Pulling off a Flamenco look in Chanel Haute Couture
Penelope Cruz herself has built a career all of her own as an internationally-known Golden Globe and Academy Award-nominated actress. Born in San Sebastián de los Reyes of Spain, she was already a chameleon as a child for loving to re-enact TV ads in front of her family and relatives. One of her earliest achievements is when she was 15 years old. She received three years of Spanish Ballet training with Ángela Garrido after winning a talent agency audition participated by 300 other girls!
Looking like a true goddess in Atelier Versace
Speaking of how shes doing now, her evolving style on the red carpet is something that cant be missed, or at least by me. She used to be known as an exotic actress with a sexy accent, and can often be seen wearing bold-coloured clothing. But she has now gone down a different direction, and Id say that she has truly gone pastel! I really like this new look on her though, as it makes her look more gracious and classy. She often wears long pastel-coloured dresses that make her look more like a floating Venus. But oh well, lets not get too carried away, shall we? 
Loving the beautiful pattern off this Oscar de la Renta dress
Penelope has worked with Pedro in three movies so far, Live Flesh (1997), All About My Mother (1999) and last years Volver. Ive seen both 'All About My Mother' and 'Volver'. I just havent got the chance to hunt for 'Live Flesh', as Im sure it would be pretty challenging to find here.
With my favourite fashion designer, John Galliano 
In All About My Mother, she plays a young nun named Rosa Sanz who specialises in helping reformed hookers and junkies. But hers is not the only controversial character in the movie thats filled with remarkably talented cast. Her Volver character, Raimunda, got her nominated for an Oscar and actually did win her a Best Actress Award from the Cannes Film Festival, a triumph which is in fact shared by the other five main actresses!
On the colourful set of 'Volver'
So.. Six actresses receiving Cannes Film Festival trophy in one movie? It really is not a surprise coming from a creation by Pedro Almodovar.
Images taken from Style.com and Yahoo! Movies
Looking pretty in embroidery..
Who could've guessed a role in 'Muriel's Wedding' back in 1994 would mark a new beginning for this remarkably talented Australian actress. And what a huge stepping stone it was for her, seeing that it sky-rocketed her somewhat humble career at the time into an international superstardom! Rachel Griffiths is the name, and she too, was amazed that her role as the adorable Rhonda Epinstalk in the comedy flick would eventually be adored by people in other continents.
The ABBA duo from 'Muriel's Wedding'
I first got around too see her acting talent in the works when I watched the very first episode of Six Feet Under on TV back in early 2001. Her role as Brenda Chenowith on the show was pretty much controversial from the very beginning, a rather genius but self-destructive woman dealing with problems that no ordinary woman could possibly imagine happening in one lifetime. It was easy for people to fall in love with the character as she was able to deal with her lifes struggles with the right amount of guts and grace, while at the same time keeping her quick-witted and funny persona on the side. To no surprise, she won the Golden Globe award for Best Supporting actress in 2002.
The winning women of 'Six Feet Under'.
Originally born in New Castle of New South Wales in 1968, she was actually raised in Melbourne by her art consultant mother and two older brothers. She would later earn her degree in Bachelor of Education for drama and dance at Victoria College, and then started her career as a member of a community theatre group called Woolly Jumpers soon after. In 1991, she got her very first big break at the Melbourne International Film Festival as the creator and performer of Barbie Gets Hip.
Her changing styles on the red carpet!
Her critically acclaimed portrayal as Rhonda Epinstalk in Muriels Wedding got her to receive awards from the Australian Film Institute and Australian Film Critics for Best Supporting Role. The movie was also responsible for giving the career of both Griffith and fellow co-star Toni Collette a boost after the movie received worldwide success.
Since then she has appeared in numerous films including the popular 1997 flick My Best Friends Wedding co-staring Julia Roberts and Cameron Diaz, Blow with Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz, The Rookie alongside Dennis Quaid and to her most recent performance as Director Gordon in Step Up!
With her 'Step Up' co-star Channing Tatum
To be honest, I sort of knew that Step Up was not the kind of movie I would normally watch. But since I heard Rachel Griffiths was in it, I decided to give it a go. Turned out.. the movie was great and entertaining, and Griffiths character was also inspiring to watch!
Glowing in white at the premiere of 'Brothers & Sisters'
Just so you know, she is adept at four different language accents.. Australian, English, American, and Welsh! This obviously helped her a lot during the 5 years of playing an American woman in Six Feet Under. She got married in 2002 to an Australian artist Andrew Taylor and they had two children since then, a son named Banjo Patrick and daughter Adelaide Rose.
On the set of 'Brothers & Sisters' with Sally Field
Today you can see her on TV as Sarah Whedon in the ABC television drama series Brothers and Sisters! And by the way.. next time you see her in a movie, itll be great if you'd let me know. If perhaps I dont get to find out about it myself, of course
All images from Yahoo! TV, IMDb and Sydney Morning Herald
"Hmm.. let me now gaze into my crystal ball. Here it is.. here is an outfit that will make you 'POP'! Now why don't you wear this one, darling?"
"You come to Paris, you get true originality, and it's wonderful"
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There really was a rebirth of romance in the Australian Fashion scene, and this time it came in the form of the most delicious sparkly candy-coloured clothing line! Trust me though when I say that they're not just another luvy cutesy sparkly clothing brand, because they actually produce cool clothes! I'm just a little concerned.. as this is the second time for me to use the word delicious to describe clothes I see. And believe me, I've never eaten someone's outfit nor have I ever planned to.
"See candy anywhere?"
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"I am grateful.. grapefruit."
Still touring endlessly, the 41 year old Icelandic musician doesn't seem to be showing any sign of slowing down. And why should she? After the long awaited release of her latest amazingly-innovative album 'Volta', everything only seems like the beginning for this inspiring woman.
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Ever wonder how you would look if you were a Galliano girl? Think Charlize Theron, Eva Green, Dita Von Teese, Kate Hudson and down to Jessica Alba! There are in fact many more Hollywood glamour girls that are totally hooked by John Galliano's imaginative yet beautiful creations.
Kate Hudson and Eva Green, don't they look delicious?
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Comment by yaviz
on Yes, it's the most beautiful bag!