Thursday. 5 January. 2012. 10:49 am
Sneakers that prove form isn’t always compromised by function.
High Top Studs Quilted Crystallic in Steel Grey
We’ve all seen them around, the Converse-esque sneakers with a beefed up platform, and yet somehow not managed to attribute them to a name. Well, we here at Butterboom would like to let you in on the fashion secret by introducing iiJin, a Hong Kong-based brand responsible for these popular sneakers sported by the masses.
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Thursday. 5 January. 2012. 9:20 am
The new concept store brings you more than just boots.

AIGLE’s pop-up store in IFC was hard to miss last summer, with their rainbow display of wellington boots in an assortment of colors. The success of the pop-up has allowed for a more permanent residence at the high-end mall, with a new concept store that plays tribute to the French brand’s heritage.
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Wednesday. 4 January. 2012. 11:15 am
Celebrity stylist Celia Wong takes a look at who wore what last week.

Check out who was wearing what last week to major events of the week, including TUDOR shop opening, Yahoo! Buzz Awards Presentation, Christian Louboutin and Dior events. Here’s Butterboom’s verdict on who has hit or missed the mark.
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Wednesday. 4 January. 2012. 10:28 am
Luxe picks from the house of Bottega Veneta.

We know we love Bottega Veneta‘s bags but, let’s face it, which girl doesn’t? And this spring 2012, we’re seeing Bottega Veneta dish up yet more luxe bags made from ostrich skin – this time with more interesting details and colours that pop against their muted understated tones.
Here’s our top picks:
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Tuesday. 3 January. 2012. 10:18 am
Get ready to pack some raffia.

We’re not sure about you, but Christian Dior’s Resort 2012 bags have us thinking about the Almalfi coast and balmy weather. The Lady Dior bag returns in an unstructured form this time, with slivers of candy colors woven into raffia mixed with beaded chain and calfskin details. This same summery combination of straw and color is carried through seamlessly into their Miss Dior bags, bringing us a collection of bags that no resort vacation could do without.
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