3 words to describe Spring and Summer collections for 2012 – COLORS, COLORS, COLORS!

If you ask me, this has been the best year ever to be inspired by colors of all shades and tones. Check out our favorite from Kate Spade (source: Kate Spade Spring 2012 collection)

Are you inspired yet? Well, Alice is… check out the NEW ARRIVALS from her recent shopping trip!

Lynette the Super Mom; she’s basically the all-rounder mom. This mama juggles everything from a 9-5 career, goes home in time to cook, deals with her kid’s homework and still finds time to pamper herself. Her style is a bit eclectic sophisticated, simple and casual or even OTT. Bags for these moms are something that’s a little bit of everything, has many compartments, usually faux meets casual fabrics and material and nothing too luxurious. It’s the bag that takes her from day to night without a single glitch, a house packed and ready to go of course!

Bree the Domestic Goddess; she is perfectionist who sees into every detail that transform a house into a home. She runs the house like she’s running an organization, everything proper organized, and perfectly in place. For these moms, bags that are very sophisticated yet purposeful are recommended. Something with a designer air to it to give a hint of classiness. For someone this obsessively in control, the bag has to hold well together, so think structure like satchels (nothing lazy and slouchy!). It can be big, it can be small but in the end, it’s the perfect details like intricate weavings on the Bottega and petal ruffles on the Valentino that will touch her heart.

Susan the Mom Next Door; is basically the down- to-earth working mom though not exactly domesticated. She works hard to keep her family together so she’s tough like that. Her style is much more casual and an expression of her personality. We suggest a simple, functional yet feminine bag for these moms that fit her lifestyle yet celebrates the woman she is. Stay away from loud, fancy or too bold colours. Medium-sized shoulder bags, hobos or totes are a sure-win here.

Gabrielle the Hot Mama; is what we call the trophy wife or mom. She’s got great style to boot and sashays around household chores like the queen of the house! Not to be messed with, she’s of course the domesticated version of a femme fatale. Moms like these always have a strong personal style that shouts out loud. As chic and as fashionable as any of us younger generations, she’s not afraid to try out the new styles and fashions. So we agreed for bags that has the va-va voom factor and makes a bold statement to the world. Think bold colours, limited edition designers, metallics and big brand names from the likes of Chanel, Prada and LVs.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Luv, Alice

Ever felt like déjà vu when dressing up? Especially when gearing up for another week at work or school? Yeah we know that feeling too, though in Wonderland, it’s quite more flexible since we’ve got dearest Mad Hatter as our stylist! *wink*

Classy Monday, it’s time to dress as formally possible to adhere the ruling system. Just think Red Queen’s entourage in their matching colours of red (of course!), yeah that pretty much sums it.  Well, you can still look corporate-ish but with a touch of class, put on a structured jacket or perhaps if you’re bold enough a corset vest! Get that clean look with a swept up ponytail or a tight bun do.

Colours like navy blue, grey, white, black, cream and beige are strongly suited to properly achieve the look but try to be bold by accessorizing a bit with chunky gold/bronze bracelets, or layered chains.

To add a zest of colours go for colourful rocks on those slender fingers! That’ll sure to pop. Bags, yes that’s an all time essential for us ladies so go for something that’s functional yet classy but it doesn’t have to necessary be a boxy briefcase or an oversize hobo. You can always opt for those with faux leather materials even if you’d still love for a splash of colours. *wink*

Girly Tuesday makes it a whole lot easier for us, there’s no need for an exact dress code! *phew* So put on your flirty girly look I say, because what’s better than a girly Tuesday, right? Put on a dress; tie a scarf around the neck, whatever it is, make it your own as it’s the day to let down your hair and don’t forget hairpieces make a great statement piece! *grin*

For those who love light flouncy material, opt for a tiered chiffon dress or top. That’ll sure to add volume in all the right places. Colours plays a role too so don’t be stingy with that, but sure enough, prints are the easier way to go. Floral prints are very much in, just don those pastel hues and it’ll sure to make you appear more feminine.

For make-up, minimal is the best, so go with an au naturel look instead by focusing on one and only one feature, your best of course. And last but not least the bags, go with something quirky flirty, something that goes from class to the park or mall; but nothing too baggy or too small, just practical enough of course.

Mid of the week and things are slowly slowing down again, with work starting to pile up and yet you’re all probably looking forward for end of the day for a dose of American Idol because hooray it’s Wednesday! Well though some might head home for a couch potato session there’s no reason to not opt for a chic look throughout the day. *wink*

Chic Wednesday is here to suit both work and play. It’s the best combination that’ll leave you looking the part without going OTT on the whole. Get neutral pieces and mix and matched or better yet opt for pieces that says work on the top and play down below or vice versa. It’s all about getting the right match by mixing it up a bit. Sheer blouse with crisp pants, or structured top with bandage skirts.

Now, once you’ve got the right look going, the makeup should complement the look of course and remember still, less is more. But this time, play it up a little with your eyes or lips by opting rather bold colours. As for hair, you don’t exactly need to get a whole new haircut to achieve the Rihanna do or those celebrities you love to adore, just put in some product and tease it a bit, that ought to do the trick. *wink*

Of course other essentials would come to the right accessories, and always go for something that screams or rather just bling. Go for cutesy charm bracelets or chandelier earrings. Chunky rings works just fine anyway. But most importantly is the bag! Go for something sophisticated yet pretty and screams Serious Fun! Colours are an in thing these days but go for something with a rather glossy finish.

Tick the clocks keeps going and Funky Thursday is here to bring some cheering fun time because it’s nearing the end of the tiresome cycle once more. Spread some cheer and fun around by putting on some funky vibe to your style in dressing even if you’ve got that important client meet or presentation to give.

This is the very day to really play with the colour palette. Add some funky items, to your dressing and that’ll sure to take one from drab to fab, not that you ever were of course. It’s just that week after week most of us would run out of clothes to wear so I say, recycle what you’ve already got and just play it up a bit.

Go for colourful tops, from pastels to bright neons, either way you can never go wrong. If it’s a two piece go for a monochrome bottom so as to not make you a walking billboard because none could actually pull the colour mosaic look better than Agyness Deyn, but if you’re bold enough, we say why not?!

When it comes to achieving the right amount of funkiness, the hairstyling part of it is just to go for sleek or completely messy, because even bed head looks great nowadays! Take a note from miss Fame Monster herself, Lady Gaga sure dress funky enough. Makeup as usual, you can either go for neutral or extreme stage looks.

Accessorizing would be the most fun exciting phase of dressing up on Thursday, because you can always go with candy necklaces even, colourful items, or even glow in the dark gladiator heels like those that both Fergie and Katy P loves to love and wear! As for bags, just go for something that says crazy beautiful with colours or patterns, geometrical to be exact and the less than convenient material or feel.

Finally, Casual Friday arrives with a laidback feel to it for the weekend arrives with promises of some sleep in, fine dining, great conversation and intriguing companions. As Mad Hatter would say, casual is always the best way though perhaps his interpretation would mean a top hat and some double breasted jacket. But of course a pair of jeans won’t do much justice so go for something less but more we say!

Put on an oversized printed tee, not the usual statement ones but those with animal prints, a face of the wolf for all you New Moon fans, or tigers and even lions as well. Add a little bowler hat, fedora or even mail boy cap and voila your bad hair day woes (if you’re having one) are hidden from the rest of the world’s view!

Instead of going for the usual boot-cut or even straight cut, go for a wide leg or high waisted jeans instead! That’ll give more depth apart from adding some length. Opt for flats, like pumps, flats and even sneakers instead. That foot needs some loving rest too apart from completing the casual look. Throw on a vest or a hooded cardigan if you must!

Makeup should be at minimal as its back to basics once more. Prep your skin the night before with a dab of toner and night moisturizer for a little more balance. Go for a lip balm instead or if you must some lip stain. Keep the glow with a lightly dabbed blusher and you’re ready to go.

A leather wristlet or band would be perfect, or go for long chains around the neck. Layer them as it’s the current trend, or go for those with intricate lockets instead. The key to a casual look is simplicity and minimalism. So again, less is more.

Finally, that one last piece before you walk out the door, don’t forget your bag! The best is to go for something vintage yet casual. Go for lazy materials like denim or canvas. Opt for a sling bag instead, for it’ll give a more laidback feel. If you’re still a shoulder bag fan, go for something that has both. *wink*

Hopefully, we’ve helped you get some ideas on how to spice your week a little. You can always mix them up a bit and not go with the same cycle every other week, just shuffle them around. Have fun dressing up, because we did while writing this for you!

Much love,
Mally

Nadiafazlina

Cat’s Whiskers Majorelle Blue Tassel Soft Quilted Shoulder Bag

  (image courtesy of “Bag That Style”)

Oopsie Daisy! Looks like I’ve had one too many series of the Gossip Girl show! Alright, now, back to business. ;)

Now that flowers are in bloom, petals and romantic ruffles have made way as a statement piece in the fashion scene! Bright colours of course are essential statement makers of the season! And guess what, AliceWonders.com too has got a thing or two down in their rabbit hole to complement the month April with all things Spring. We’ve got new looks this month and we’re talking bags, of course!

Spring being our main course, we’ve got plenty of florals and colours to brighten up your wardrobe. Inspirations frnom Valentino’s Petals, Fendi Spybags to the all colourful Balenciagas would surely entice just about anyone with a flirty flouncy attitude!

Rose Petals and Buds in bloom…

What better way to kick in the Spring vibes, than wearing rosette ruffles? We have just the answer with our Valentino-inspired line-up this season. Valentino bags are often so ornate and decorative that it’s hard to imagine them being worn casually, but that’s exactly what Duff does here, and she does it very successfully. Nice, comfortable with romantic ruffles: all the makings of a timeless ladylike handbag.

Spring Show-stoppers…

Mention colourful bags and Balenciaga might come into your mind. They make everything from blacks, browns, and beiges to the brightest (and best) brights in the business. Jewel tones, neons, anything you want. Add that to the classic Motorcycle design, and you have a winner for all fashion-istas. That is why this season AliceWonders.com will start bringing the love for these classic designs…and we promise many many more colours to come!

Off-season sales up to 70%!

Pssst, another good news would be the “Off With Their Price” sales at up to 70% off! Which we’re having from the NOW till 30^th April 2010, the Red Queen has certainly lost her head this time. *wink*

Happy Spring Shopping!

Xoxo,

Alice

If you buy only one piece of to update your wardrobe to jumpstart the new year, make it the jumpsuit. This season’s trends in sleek, sexy jumpsuits are a far cry from the flying suit styles of the 70s.

Like it or not, the jumpsuits are back on the fashion radar. We are loving these numbers because they are everything fashion should be; flattering, easy to wear, sexy and hip. This season’s trend is catching on fast with celebrities seen sporting this enthralling number. Our favourites include: Terri Seymore, Rihanna (in a playsuit) and Monica. Each define how the jumpsuit trouser legs can be wide, cuffed, or narrow, with a variation in length from, floor hugging, cut offs, play suits, knee length or three quarter length.

Don’t be put off jumpsuits when you see a shapeless mass on the hanger in a store.  These are garments, which need bodies to fill them, and heels that stride out, only then will the jumpsuit burst into life. 

Here is Alice’s inspiration on how to wear a designer inspired jumpsuit that wont cost an arm or a leg, right here at AliceWonders.com =)

Click here to browse our jumpsuit collection.

xoxo, Alice

just to inform you that i’ve received my bags.

OMG i’m soooo loving them to bits!!! >.< although i bought the birkin inspired bag in red for my mom (which i’m sure she’s going to love it) i don’t think she minds if i wanna borrow it from her hehe. i can’t resist. its just too pretty >.<
and the chanel inspired bag in hot pink, all i can say is WOAH!!! :O its larger than my usual chanel inspired bags!! which is cool since i can bring whatever i want without worrying that it will not fit my bag x) and its just sooo GORGEOUSSSS!!!! now my lonely chanel inspired bag in blue which i bought from you earlier have a new friend :P she won’t be lonely now! hehe.

and thank you soooooooo muchh for the purse hook! :D i just read about the pursehook review at YSK yesterday and how much convenience it provides so i’m thinking of getting one but since you gave it to me already i cancelled that plan :P hehe.

i’m soooo gonna shop more from you again! i love alicewonders.com! ;) they make me go whoopeeee! ^^ there’s just too much to say about how cool your bags are since they’re of awesome quality and trendy with reasonable price as well! i already have 3 of your bags in my collection, gonna add more soon! hehe.

p/s : i know its quite a long reply but hey, i’m just sooo happy! your bags made my day! hehehe x)

much love,
(will return and haunt for more bags soon, muahahaha)
xoxo

farah
Coco Pink Quilted Chain Bag & Jane Birkin Belted Frame Maroon Tote

Mona Ahmad
Vintage Geographia Briefcase

This unique laptop bag is sure to capture your heart, eyh?   *giggles

Find no other carrying the same laptop bag as you! Be unique and stand out from the crowd!

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Product:Sail With Me Laptop Backpack << Click for more details!  :)

You like the flowers illustrated on the laptop bag above but you’re hunting for a laptop case instead of a bag, no worries, Alice has found the solution for you!!

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This laptop hardcase is made of high quality material and is sure to protect your precious laptop!

Product: Veronica Blue Flowers 12-13" Laptop Hardcase << Click for more details!

View our whole collection of laptop bags/sleeve/tote/backpack/hardcase at this LINK!

Time to get a new home for your precious laptop?

We have some new laptop bags in store (and more to come!)  *giggles

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Introducing: Fair Lady Multi-compartment Laptop Tote << Click to see the details!

Next will be: Vela Black Laptop Backpack << Click Click Click!

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Psssst: Don’t forget to join in our on going contest in Facebook!

Its easy! Just snap a picture of yourself with any of AliceWonders’s bag(s), and you’ll get RM10 Cash Voucher!!

If you’re the grand prize winner, you get a FREE bag of your choice!

Yups you heard it right, FREE bag again!! 

Hmmm.. I suppose the Mad Hatter is already in the Christmas mood!  :P

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