Christian Louboutin's Shoes are so hot, it cause collisions!!

Ok girls, we all love those super high heels( 4" or taller is better! ) & bright red sole shoes by Christian Louboutin! and have you seen these uber fabulous new collection? They are so hot, they cause collisions!

" Barneys Trash - Silver $995 "

PVC coated couture trash peep toe pump with metallic leather double platform and elastic sling back. 140mm thin covered heel. Signature red leather sole. Available in Silver. Made in Italy. Each shoe is a one-of-a-kind design, using a unique selection of Barneys' materials, and is Exclusively @ Barneys New York!

And if you are into 80's chic like lady gaga or whenever you feel like 80's fab, wanna dress up in gold and put the show "Dynasty" to shame, then this is a must have for you! It's so "Subtle", it's perfect to wear for everyday occation or go to church :-P

" Very Galaxy - Fuchsia or Gold $1295 "

Mirror metallic leather platform peep toe pump. 120mm thin covered heel. Signature red leather sole. Available in Fuchsia. Made in Italy.

I just love this uptown chic downtown sporty " Dillian " Shoe! fall & winter is just around the corner, what would be more chic than dressing up your winter coats with this fabulous shoe!

" Dillian - Available in Color: Blush, Brown & Red $1850 "

Nappa leather snub toe covered platform maryjane with ruffled instep and four adjustable buckle straps. 120mm thin covered heel. Signature red leather sole. Available in Blush. Made in Italy.

Now go get your AMEX black card ready and rush to Barneys and buy buy buy !

xoxo

Alan + mei-mei the pug

The Quest For Happiness With Spiritual Teachers Caroline Myss, Pema Chodron, Eckhart Tolle & Dr. Andrew Weil

It's 1AM sunday morning, I just about finished typing up all the invoices for the online sales from my online stores. As I am typing each sales invoices, I feel so greatful to be able to make a good living in this bad economy, me & my family are all healthy and happy! As time flies by, I can’t believe how much my life has changed in the past 8 years! There has been good times, laughters & of course there are drama and sadness but so much good has come out of it as well. I am finally learning to live life at the right now! And, almost every day, I am grateful for the life I am leading.





Ok, so if this is sounding a little New-Agey, I supppose it is. In my quest for self-discovery, I’ve been reading a lots of books - in the self-help/spirituality genre particularly - why am I here? kinda stuff. While I do not limite my self to practice just an established religion, I would say that I believe in a greater force of creativity and good that moves through us all, and I know that we are beings with an infinite potential for success and happiness. This is hard to see when life is tough - such as when you are going through a divorce, lost a job, or dealing with toxic interlopers - but it’s true. We were made for joy. Accessing that joy, putting it to work in our lives, is the tough bit. The bit on which I am seeking some guidance - I know I want to be happy and calm, how do I get there?





What’s interesting about life is that, when you start looking for something, there will be tons of that around. You know how it goes - think about planning a wedding and every second magazine has a wedding spread, people around you get engaged, TV adverts use wedding themes etc. So, as I started looking for tools for enhancing the happiness in my life, finding my happy purpose, I have delved into more and more books on the subject. For the sceptics out there, it must be said that "spiritual awakening" literature - books about subjects such as discovering your true self, unlocking your innate power - is a booming industry right now. This is not surprising if you consider the uncertain state of our world. At a time when leaders and institutions can’t provide support or certainty, many people have been compelled to look elsewhere for meaning. And, the gentle, reassuring faces and words of the "spiritual awakening" authors seem to provide this kind of guidance.




Some of the books spoke to me, others not so much. Even tho I am a spiritual kinda dude, and I do believes in angels, fairies, Gods & Goddess the whole 9 years, but I just can't stand those super sugar-coated, totally "Out there" kinda spiritual works and teachers! That’s what research is about. The best thing about reading a range of books is that you can pick and choose what works for you, whether it’s Pema Chodron's Buddhist teaching to reach spiritual enlightenment,



(Pema Chodron's CDs - Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)


or Caroline Myss’ assurances of the sacred contracts that bind us to each other and how to work with your chakra to balance your energies and health,



(Caroline Myss CDs - Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)


or Eckhart Tolle’s ideas on stillness and the truth of "being" in the moment,



(Eckhart Tolle’s CDs - Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)


or Dr. Andrew Weil's ideas on increasing & achiving vitality & health though healthy eating, foods, herbs and breathing.



(Dr. Andrew Weil's CDs - Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)


I have been fascinated by the strong and basic principles that run through the majority of these books. Principles such as:

- you are innately good, connected to a life force much greater and more powerful than that which we see in our daily lives.

- you have all the answers within you - just listen.

- possessions do not make you who you truly are.

- happiness comes from within, from following one’s true purpose in life.



- do what you love to do, every day, and you will be successful .

- serving yourself (with the best of intentions) will result in you serving others properly.

- you are not your mind (your soul is infinitely more wise and more experienced than the thoughts in your head)

- everything "IS" - there is only the "Now" moment and how you respond to it that counts - the past is over, the future’s not here yet. Enjoy the present!

- balance in action and an unwavering self-belief (the principle of faith or trust, if you will) are the keys to getting what you want out of life.



Mmm, I’ve put some of these principles down here quite simply but they have been profoundly helpful to me in times of crisis or even when I’ve been feeling low.

For now, I’m still reading and learning, reading and learning ….

I've personally selected these audio books from some of my favorite spirtual teachers in our "Zen Garden" section at Luxe-Gifts.com store to share with our customers. These audio books & spiritual teachers that had helped me to see, think in the new way I've never knew I can! so please come check out our meditation CDs and supplies in our store!

after all these spiritual hard works, it's time to treat myself with some yummy donuts & cakes! YUM! you gotta nurish your tummy so you'll have energy to meditate! hehe :-P

Come back to check out our blogs again to see what other fabulous stuff we've find to share with ya! have a blessed day!

xoxo Alan + Mei-Mei the pug :-)

The Art of Aromatherapy From Greece - Anthousa Collection

The Anthousa apothecary collection was born from a century old, family-owned essential oil company. Today, Anthousa starts with the world's finest ingredients and uses the same time-tested methods to create each delicate blend. Drawing inspiration from the science of botany and the sun drenched terrain of the mediterranean, each Anthousa products is the perfect mix of Beauty, Tradition and Luxury.

(Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

Anthousa, which means the perfect bloom in Greek, launched in 2004 with 12 home ambiance scents: "They were fragrances inspired by locations of the founderMaria Christofilis has traveld or the scent her mom used to wear—very personal inspirations.

" Instead of creating a fragrance for individual wear, however, Maria decided to create a line to scent living space. "It's like surrounding yourself with your favorite smells, and your favorite memories."

(Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

Now with more than twenty scents and a new bath and body collection, "Anything and everything is inspiration for me: a time period, a particular moment." To properly convey this, the fragrances had to be as true as possible. "I wanted it to be a collection where everything was very natural," notes Maria. "There's real cucumber, real gardenia, real ingredient notes."

(Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

To find a fresh new scent to lighten your dorm room, study area, or bedroom, you should be aware of what you're attracted to, says Christofilis. "Everyone is attracted to something different," she notes. "For me, my favorite notes are Cyprus, linden blossom, and white gardenia. Cyprus reminds me of where my dad is from in Greece, Linden blossom reminds me of a fragrance my mom used to wear, and white gardenia reminds of a perfume I wore in college."
For anyone thinking of starting her own business in beauty, Maria's philosophy rings of Shakespearean wisdom: "It's good to listen to the advice of people you respect and admire, but at the end of the day, you know what's right. Do what's exciting to you and what interests you and everything will come together."

(Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

The Anthousa Collection invites you to experience the traditional quality of its fragrances with an Eco-Friendly innovation. This exceptional blends allows the fragrance to disperse evenly while leaving the sticks in place; reverse bundle only if you desire a more intense fragrance.

(Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

Ambiance Perfume Candles: Available individually in Anthousa's exclusive, frosted Italian glass tumblers in 8 signature fragrances. These beautiful candles are vegetable based wax, with the purest, most elegant burn. Each 7.30 Oz Tumblers will burn beautifully for at least 50 hours!

Please visit our online store Luxe-Gifts.com for the complete collection & experience the magic of Anthousa! Our price is cheaper than Neiman Marcus!!

Until next time, be well and come back to check our blog to see what other fabulous finds we've found for you!

XOXO

Alan + Mei-Mei the pug

Susan Boyle Captured Her Dream, Even Tho She Lost The Britains Got Talent

We all fell in love with this lovely lady from Scotland just a month ago when she over came all the judgement from the audience & the judges and showed us a big lesson that no one should ever judge a book by its cover!

With her angelic voice, we've heard more than just beautiful voices of hers, we hear hope and dreams do comes true if you believe in it and work hard for it! I've always believed "Luck" is when opportunity meets preparations, that's what exactly Susan Boyle has done! She had this dream to become an professional singer but due to all the obstacles life has thrown at her, she still believes in her dream and grabbed that chance to shine in the Britain's Got Talent and the whole world fell in love with her!



Even tho she has lost the competition & won the 2nd place to the 16 members hip pop dance group "diversity", to me and many others all over the world, Susan Boyle.... you are the winner! Thank you for inspiring us to keep believing in our dreams and hope in this worldwide bad economic downturn! We're sure this won't be the last time we'll be hearing from Susan, sources said with her record contracts and TV & print commercials, she is gonna be making more than 500 Millions British Pounds! ( way more than only 10 thousand pounds if you win the 1st place on Britain's Got Talent! Ha! )

With all being said, here is Susan Boyle's fabulous final performance this Saturday at Britain's Got Talent! You go gurl Susan!



Here are the Lyrics

I dreamed a dream in time gone by
When hope was high, And life worth living
I dreamed that love would never die
I dreamed that God would be forgiving.

Then I was young and unafraid
When dreams were made and used, And wasted
There was no ransom to be paid
No song unsung, No wine untasted.
But the tigers come at night
With their voices soft as thunder
As they tear your hopes apart
As they turn your dreams to shame.

And still I dream he'll come to me
And we will live our lives together
But there are dreams that cannot be
And there are storms We cannot weather...

I had a dream my life would be
So different from this hell I'm living
So different now from what it seems
Now life has killed The dream I dreamed.

Come back to check out our blog soon to see what other fabulous finds we've found!

XOXO Alan + Mei-Mei The Pug

The Art Of Illumination & The Mystical World Of Douglas Little For D.L. & Co.

I'm in awe of the creativity that lies within one Mr. Douglas Little. He's probably best known for his signature line of luxury candles under the brand D.L. & Co., but dig a little deeper and you'll find this is a man of many talents. His exquisite imagination reaches the deepest (and sometimes darkest) places, but he delivers it all with such haunting beauty.



Douglas Little the founder of DL & Company was born with a desire to bring objects opulence and beauty to those who yearn for the uncommon and exquisite. Every item designed is intended to unfold like a love letter, each detail revealing a procession of small delights. Like the purveyors of curious goods in previous ages, every item is intended to stir and enthrall each and every one of the senses.



From the sleek feel of the carefully selected silk ribbons to the intoxicating atmospheres of the handmade fragrances. Douglas Little’s love of rare botanica, arcane curiosities and long forgotten sensations compel me to offer these modern heirlooms. Alchemy is the art of transformation; like those Alchemists before me, I aspire to turn leaden monotony into golden bliss. Through the intertwined poetry of the senses, DL & Co intends to transform the mundane into the magnificent.


DL & Co Signature Collection Candle - Tasmanian Boronia
Available at Luxe-Gifts.com


Mr Douglas Little is a sybarite of the senses who has created award winning images and ideas for the finest names in beauty. His appetite for rarefied pleasures has compelled him to bring DL & Company into being, so that he might share with others his passion for the hidden treasures of the world. DL & CO exists for the sole purpose of bringing a more vibrant way of living into being, a refuge for those weary of the prosaic, second rate offerings that surround us all.


DL & Co Signature Collection Candle - Golden Poppy
Available at Luxe-Gifts.com


Within the dim, opulent parlors of D.L. & CO, detail, craft and imagination are all greeted with a tender, reverent embrace and are cordially introduced to their lusty suitors, obscure botanica, Victorian surrealism and ancient charm. The fruits of their languorous unions are all found here. We humbly invite you to lose yourselves in their subtle yet vertiginous splendor.


DL & Co Signature Collection Candle - Black Dahlia
Available at Luxe-Gifts.com



DL & Co Signature Collection Diffuser - Lady Rhubarb
Available at Luxe-Gifts.com



D.L. & Co. pays great attention on details on Packaging:

The Box


Stitched in Burmese Silk, these carefully crafted containers recall the boxes that held cufflinks and collars in the glory days gone by. Your candle or diffuser are enclosed in a black satin ribbon imported from France, chosen for its exquisite sheen and weight.

The Tissue

The meticulous interior of each box ensures your candle or diffuser a long life, preserving fragrance as its flame slumbers, nestled in a cool embrace of hand-pleated tissue imported from Switzerland, exclusively dyed for D.L. & Co.

The Vessel



Mr. D.L. love & appreciation for finely crafted glassware served as the inspiration for this distinctive piece. Evoking the sublime vessels that flourished at the turn of the century until the middle of the 20th centry, it recalls the Art Deco period's penchant for organic yet stylized contours. The true brilliance of this floral design lies not only in its visual elegance, but also in that the form itself actually amplifies the fragrance while the candle is alight. When awakened, the candle's fragrance reverberates into the air with a surprising liveliness. The bowl is created from fine grade australian sand, selected for its clarity, weight and ability to display an intense hue. The bottom of each vessel bears the artist's initials, and every bowl is hand-tinted, hence making each one unique.

The Wax



D.L. & Co. candles are comprised of a patented blend of high-grade european waxes, many of which are used for luxury body creams and lotions. One immediately feels the difference in the wax when one runs a finger along its milky surface. Moise but not greasy, it is virtually absorbed into the skin upon contact. This formul not only burns cleaner than any other candle, it also houses the delicately balance essential oils without altering their fragile character. The wax in these candles is specifically designed to have a low melting temperature, thereby yielding a greater liquified surface area by which to better release the fragrance held within.

I am opening up one box of the "Absinthe" Signature collection candle to show you the beautiful hand pleated lining and packaging , the attention of details Mr. Little has put into all of his products!



Absinthe scent is truly decadent, makes me think of Victorian era opulence.

Their attention to detail really made my day, the larger candles come with a little card about the candle fragrance as well.



The unveiling.. I love this candle, and after it's used up you can use it for other candles (votives) or as a candy dish (for the larger ones).

Come back to check out our blog soon to see what other fabulous finds we've found!

XOXO Alan + Mei-Mei The Pug

Susan Boyle's Fabulous 2nd Performance on May 24th 2009

Here it is, hot off the interwebs: the second song from Internet craze Susan Boyle on the UK TV show Britain’s Got Talent. Boyle chose to sing “Memory” (often misheard as Memories) from the musical Cats.

So long has passed since Boyle did the US TV circuit - from Oprah to Good Morning America and everything in between - that its possible audiences may tire of her.
Susan successfully got through to the finals after tonight’s semi-final performance, but as we learned with Adam Lambert on American Idol, huge internet buzz doesn’t always mean you’ll be the contest’s eventual winner.

Even tho I've notice from the very beginning the song, she kinda sang off a key or two but hey, if you know the whole world is watching you on the stage, I would probably pee on my pants than just sign off keys! haha

Here is the newest video from "Britain's Got Talent" Susan Boyle's fabulous 2nd performance!

Item of the day: Metro Chic Pet Carrier (Available at Luxe-Gifts.com)

Are you a Vogue reading kind a girl whom always want the latest fashion and on top of the trends? if yes, then you must reconized this fabulous pet carrier is inspired by a famous european designer handbag!!(of course we added tons of extra details so it's even more fabulous!)

The carrier is made in super soft like butter faux lather, so soft it looks and feels like the real thing! It has two big external pocket front and back for extra storage. The top of the bag can be fully zipped and with a fabulous brass lock to droop over it to adds that special designer look!

There are two big mesh windows on both sides for air flow and so your precious pooch can see what you are buying during your shopping spree! And inside bottom of the bag has this super soft but strong padding that will holds the bottom of the bag in shape! so when your doggie or kitty sits in the bag, the bottom won't sag or bend out of shape liek other company's poorly made pet carriers.

The bag measures:

21"L x 9"D x 14"H

Very roommy & compact design that will fit any doggie or kitty up to 20 LBS! my pug mei-mei weights 24 LBS and she fits comfortably in it!

Available in color: BROWN


Come back to check out our blog soon to see what other fabulous finds we've found!

XOXO Alan + Mei-Mei The Pug

Luminous Skin Is Within Your Reach !

As many of you can relate to this, many nights I stay up late working, the stress, pollutions in the air, the sun, has taken a toll on my skin. It leaves me an un-even skin tone that's dull & lacklustre.

It has been almost 6 months I've been using SK-II Skincare and I am amazed how it has magically even out my un-even skin tone and smooth out my skin texture! So I decided to to a blog about SK-II products we think it's fabulous and it's a must have for all of our readers!



I've discovered that many Asian women all want to have "White" skin, but I think the word "white" is miss-leading! nothing more un-attractive than a pale un-healthy skin! The key is to find the right skincare ritual that's right for you to achieve a "Luminous Skin" that your skin tone is even and "bright" instead of lack of luster and dull.

In SK-II skincare, there is an key ingrediant "Pitera"that has been working wonders on mine and many people all over the world! (Even the beautiful actress Cate Blanchett is a big fan of this skincare line)



Click on the media player below to see what Cate Blanchett says about SK-II skincare collections



Pitera, was discovered purely by chance. About thirty years ago, a scientist noticed that the hands of workers at a Japanese saké brewery looked beautiful and young. This was the inspiration behind five years of research by a team of scientists who screened through over 300 types of yeasts and refined the precise conditions for fermentation, leading to the discovery of SK-II's signature ingredient, Pitera.

Derived from a unique yeast's fermentation, Pitera is a blend of vitamins, amino acids, minerals, and organic acids that work together to allow the skin's natural surface rejuvenation process to function at its prime, enhancing the renewal of the skin's outer layer. Continued usage of Pitera leads to clearer looking, smoother skin.

Pitera is the signature ingredient in all SK-II products, and is 'the secret key' to beautiful skin.

Facial Treatment Essence, which was also the basis of Cate Blanchett's discovery of the brand is over 90% pure Pitera. It provides instant moisture, and works to improve both texture and clarity; to promote a radiant, glowing complexion.



Pitera, a 'Secret Key' to beautiful skin

Pitera is a singular blend of vitamins, amino acids, minerals and organic acids that work together to help restore the appearance of your skin's outer layers, by enabling the skin's natural surface rejuvenation process to function at its prime. Today, scientists continue to marry this miracle of nature with breakthrough science in the advanced skincare line SK-II - which, like Pitera, combines nature's purity, incorporates timeless rituals for body and soul together with modern technology to restore the natural beauty of your skin.

So here are some of the skincare products I am currently using and it has worked like magic on my skin!

Facial Treatment Essence
This unique Pitera-rich product moisturizes to improve texture and clarity for a more beautiful, glowing complexion. It also helps stimulate the natural renewal process of the skin's outer layer to rebalance and bring harmony to your skin. Women are so passionate about it that they describe it as their 'holy water'. It contains over 90% pure Pitera - the seemingly magical ingredient found in all SK-II products. Skin absorbs the benefits almost on contact. The result is supple, smooth, radiant skin.



Whitening Source Derm Definition
This revitalising gel emulsion enhanced with a Vitamin C derivative and Pitera hydrates and evens skin tone. It moisturises to promote a clear and translucent glow revealing brighter, more translucent skin.


Whitening Source Skin Brightener - AN INTENSE HYDRATING CREAM
Also designed to work in harmony with Whitening Source DermDefinition, this deeply-moisturizing cream helps to optimize the look of skin that lacks radiance and evenness. Skin Brightener is packed with nourishing hydrators and texturizers to give your skin the correct smooth texture and a beautiful, soft glow effect. It also contains micro-fine visual modifiers, to bring an impressively uniform tone to your skin.


This last item is not a skincare item but I love it !! there are some days you just feel like to conseal a little on your face and some coverage, maybe it's the pimple, or just want that extra coverage away from the damaging UV lights during the day this Air bursh in the bottle foundation is a must have for all fashionistas! No more thick, fake, caky foundation face anymore! just press the button on the bottle, for 2 seconds all over your face then you'll look fabulous, finished and no one wille ven guess you have foundations on! just let them believe you are just born with this beautiful skin! haha

Air Touch Foundation
Precision Re-Texturization. Achieves a look of flawless beauty. A unique form of foundation, using the wonder of ionization technology to arrange fine particles evenly over the skin. With Pitera and hydrators to help create smoothness and radiance reminiscent of a baby’ s skin. The Air Touch foundation ionizer comes with foundation refill


click on the media player below to see the demonstration of this fabulous air brush foundation!



I hope this posting is informative to you and maybe you should try some of the SK-II stuff, it worked fabulously for me! Until next time, see you later!

XOXO Alan + Mei-Mei the pug :-)