Hump Day Highlights

As a new resident of FL I was eager to watch the Miami Dolphins take on the New England Patriots.  I am former fan, back when Dan Marino was calling the shots, but now I am free agent.  Miami hit the ground running scoring the first touchdown well before the first quarter was over.  In efforts to not over saturate you with yet another game recap let’s get straight to my point—Wes Welker is my Monday Night Football MVP! 

I have decided to select a MNF MVP weekly, but I have very STRICT criteria:
·         Possibly underrated or overlooked
·         Huge heart/humble
·         Made notable plays

Had I not decided on this criteria Cam Newton, who also fits the description above would have hands down been picked, but with him going as first overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft sort of cancelled him out.  I really enjoyed watching Wes play on Monday.  He plays with poise and swagger which is always a bonus.  His 99 yard run, which enters him in the record books AGAIN (see his other records here) got me off my couch.  I loved his stiff arm to Benny Sapp (unfortunately he was released the NEXXTTT Day by Miami) and full stride down to the in-zone! 

I haven’t decided on a team yet, but if Wes keeps playing that well, I may pull for them…just maybe.

Girls behaving badly!

Now if anyone has talked to me for more than 15 minutes about physical fitness or health I am sure I mentioned my slight obsession with Serena Williams.  Yes—I love this woman, her attitude, her physical appearance and her demeanor.  Serena carries herself as a boss of all bosses and with a  5’9 frame and a body that brings most African American males to tears, intimidating people can’t be that tough.  Welp, folks as you know she did it again.  Serena “POPPED” off on the chair umpire. 

As I watch the video clip over and over again, I cringe.  I love Serena, I do and I can totally identify with the intensity of the game getting the best of you.  I think back to how many yellow and red cards I received in volleyball for slamming a ball or talking junk back and forth with another player through the net (GANGSTTAAA) lol, but Serena has to know they are gunning for her.  She can't even look wrong at someone before they start whispering about her acting out. 

I hate the way the media portrays her, as the big bad wolftress scaring her oppenents and judges alike.  Losing the game and her temper at the U.S. Open wasn't a complete lost for Serena as she walked away with 1.4 million dollars, that's not too shabby for getting runner up.

Save vs. Splurge

Bright done RIGHT!  I am sure you ladies can agree with me, you've seen the girl in the club with the neon patent leather pumps...probably purchased from the Rainbow nearest you.  Well this week's shoes are beautiful, bold, BRIGHT and classy. 

The save shoe is called Angel Lina by Luchiny.  I like the brand Luchiny, they make pretty well constructed shoes, considering the price.

Shoe Stats:

Heel Height: 5in

Platform Height: 2in

Material: Faux Suede

Price: $84.95

Color Options: Fuschia, Cobalt Blue and Black

You can purchase this fabulous shoe here

 For the first time in High Heels High Goals history I have TWO splurge shoes.  I couldn't bring myself to pick between these two fabulous designers & shoes, so I thought the only appropriate thing to do is to feature both. 

The first splurge shoe is by Giuseppe Zanotti.  I haven't come across that many Giuseppe shoes that I wouldn't wear.  This brand just puts out some amazing, high quality, eye catching shoes. 

Shoe Stats:

Heel Height: 5 1/2 in

Platform Height: 2in

Material: Suede Leather

Price: $750.00

Color Options: Pink

You can purchase this beauty here

The second splurge shoe is by late-great Alexander McQueen.   The creativity and brilliance that goes behind every McQueen design amazes me more and more each experience.  I was satisfied with comparing the Luchiny & Zanotti, but darn you Zappos for recommending shoes!  When I saw this baby in my suggested shoes it felt like Christmas day.  How could I walk away from such an amazing shoe and not share it with my Shoenistas.  Enjoy dolls! :)

Shoe Stats:

Heel Height: 5 1/2 in

Platform Height: 1 1.4in

Material: Velvet

Price: $930.00

Color Options: Paprika

You can purchase this beauty here

Side note...I met Sean Paul this week at 102 Jamz Orlando see pic below!

Ciao

Vykky

Hump Day Highlights #7

     A Sports Meeting: An Ode to my Ladies in Sports 
It was such an inspiring moment to be in a Monday morning meeting and look around the room and find nothing but women.  As we sat there discussing the future of sports and marketing strategies I had to digest the growth we have had over these last few decades.  We have a list of trailblazers that made it possible for us to be in this meeting shaping the look of sports at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

I felt honored, inspired, reassured, and humbled.  This is an awesome time to be a woman in sports as the playing field is growing more and more leveled.  We have more female sports broadcasters, sport show producers, athletic directors, and the list goes on.  We must continue to prove that it is okay to "play like a girl!"  I constantly remind myself that I must work extra hard and maintain my integrity so the next generation of women can coach an NBA team or have ownership of a NFL team...oh wait the Williams' sisters are already doing that huh?  Ladies we are on our way!    

                           Save vs. Splurge
Yes oh yes the Espadrille is back with a vengeance and don’t worry ladies these are NOT your mother’s espadrilles circa 1982.  Often people confuse what an “espadrille” is, is it a wedge…is a wedge an espadrille??  Yes and No!  A wedge is a type of shoe—so if you see an espadrille with a wedge bottom than it is an espadrille, but some espadrilles are flat, thus not yielding them to be included EXCLUSIVELY in the wedge family.  The traditional espadrille is made with a wiry synthetic or natural fiber that resembles rope, but our two featured designers have taken the espadrille look and put their own fabulous spin on it.

Save:

The save shoe is by Enzo Angiolini and I absolutely love it for its natural, yet fashionable appeal. 

Shoe Deets:

·         This shoe is called Ramie
·         It was originally priced at $110, but you can presently buy it for $71.53 Zappos.com
·         It also comes in a Pewter color—but I am not super stoked about it.
·         The heel height is 4 ¼ in
·         The platform height is 1 ¼ in

How to wear it:

Work:

I love this shoe because it will look fabulous on just about every body type and height (I would suggest being at least 5’0” though lol)  I think because the shoe has that casual material & look it wouldn’t be appropriate for a business attire environment UNLESS your office offers casual Friday.  This shoe would be perfect for the casual nod—you still look put together, but you know how to be casually cute!  I envision this shoe with a  button down dress, hitting right above the knee with a slight a line flair to it in white, green, tan, or maybe a CALM floral pattern.  If you decide to go with a button down dress limit your jewelry to a nice simple ring & maybe a good metal watch (Gold or Rose Gold would be beautiful)!!  If you go with a calm floral pattern I think a 3-tiered simple gold rope necklace  would be beautiful.

Date:

If you’ve got hot legs show em!!!  I think this shoe would look perfect with a nice pair of high-waist culotte shorts!  It would look AMAZING for you long legged gals!  Tuck in a tee and throw on some glam earth-tone colored jewelry and you will leave him thirsty for more.  I think this look also calls for bronzer…please don’t go Jerseylicious on me—but that nice sun-kissed glow will tie the look together.

Brunch with the girls:

I can see this shoe with some wide leg jeans and a crisp white halter button up.  A braided colored belt, maybe coral or turquoise, would be fabulous!  I would love to see gold hoops & high bun/ponytail with this look.

*I am strongly considering purchasing these shoes soooo I will probably recreate some of these styles and add pics later! *

Splurge:

The splurge shoe is by Jimmy Choo and is just as adorable as it wants to be.

Shoe Deets:

·         This shoe is called Patriot Pat
·         It is priced at $495 and you can buy it at one of my favorite retailers  Nordy!
·         It has a patent leather upper w/a leather lining
·         The heel height is 4 ¾  in
·         The platform height is 1 ½ in


How to wear it:

Work:

This shoe would look FAB with a  coral sheath pencil dress—exposed zipper is a bonus!  I am thinking a shorter gold necklace with an interesting looping shape…think thick squares or stones linked together.  I would probably do a ring over a bracelet—it is so annoying to me at work to have my bracelets constantly jingling & clicking. 

Date:

Think summer nights in NY…navy cigarette pants with a  silk rose pink halter—extremely low back, so HAUTE right, I know *FLIPS HAIR*!   I would love to see a Chanel 2.55 bag in cream on the shoulder.  For jewelry I say glam earrings & the hair up in a soft, messy ball.  Go light on the make-up, this isn’t the time to BEAT your face.  I am thinking pinkish blush…a pinkish nude lip, a little highlight under the brow and that’s all.  Very, very sweet with a sexy twist!

Brunch:

This brunch would have to be pretty fancy to strut up with patent leather espadrilles before noon, so with that preface let’s begin!  I  imagine a sea foam green peasant dress with off the shoulder cap sleeves.  A little cinching at the waist with a loosely pleated A-Line skirt hitting above the knee.  I like simple jewelry for this look, traditional Tiffany & Co toggle set or a nice pearl set.  What’s that you say…you want to wear your big sun hat, sure bring that along as well!!

Ciao

-Vykky