A tribute to: Margaret Thatcher

Women started to enter traditional male white collar positions in huge numbers. Ladies played down their femininity donning graceful version of men’s suits.

Of course, no one resembles Women Power better than the only woman who has served as the British Prime Minister and Leader of the Conservative Party – Margaret Thatcher.

Inspiration Quote: “Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren’t”

The bag: A seriously (chic) corporate bag

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A tribute to: Madame Curie

At a time when women in society were hobbling in Paul Poiret’s floor-length pencil skirts to stay au courant, Marie Curie opted instead to stay locked in her laboratory studying uranium rays. Marie Curie remains a true inspiration to all women.

Not only was she the first woman to be awarded a Nobel Prize , Marie Curie is one of the only two people in history who have been awarded a Nobel Prize in two different fields (Physics, Chemistry)

The bag: Smartly adorable mini briefcase

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A tribute to: Madonna

Even when she was broke, unknown, and surviving on popcorn, she had mastered the art of creating wannabes. And in a matter of months, girls would be mobbing Macy’s for fingerless gloves and tying rags in their hair just like their new hero. It was Madonna, of course. Before Lady Gaga was even born, there was Madonna, the original risk-taker.

Madonna created a demand for herself simply by existing. While she often shocks & surprises, she manages to pull off each look attempted with incredible flair & panache. Through taking these fashion risks, she inspires entire generations of women to imitate her.

P.S. She likes to sing “My Way” by Frank Sinatra in the shower.

Inspirational Quote: “I’ve been popular & unpopular, successful & unsuccessful, loved & loathed, & I know how meaningless it all is. Therefore, I feel free to take whatever risks I want.”

The bag: Take a risk and stand out!

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Fact 1. They can get out of shape from your sleep.

Sleeping facedown won’t deflate your breasts, but it can make them misshapen over time. The best sleeping position is to sleep on your side, with a pillow under them for support as you sleep.

Fact 2. They hate to bounce around.

Running and aerobics can cause your breasts to bounce around, inadequate support will result in breast sagging earlier, and breast pain the next day. Wear a sturdier sports bra that has underwire and moulded cups, no matter what your size.

Fact 3. But the right exercise can give them a little lift.

Breasts contain no muscle tissue, so there’s no exercise that can change their shape. But you can make them look firmer or perkier by regularly exercising the pectoral muscle Push-ups and chest presses are your best boobs boosting bets.

Fact 4. Breasts get fatter as you get older.

When you’re in your twenties, your mammary glands are comprised of fat, milk glands and collagen. As you get older, the collagen and milk glands get replaced by – you guessed it – more fat. Unfortunately, the fat doesn’t make the breasts larger. It makes them sag more. (Note – don’t think that the extra fat in the breast makes you weigh a lot more. Breast fat doesn’t add that much girth to your body. An “A” cup weighs in at a quarter of a pound while a “D” cup is about one pound.)

Fact 5. Watch out, they can get sunburned even if you’re not topless.

Apply sunscreen lotion with a minimum SPF 15 plus UVA and UVB protection each time you hit the great outdoors in your bathing suit. Without it, premature wrinkling and brown spots most probably will find their way onto your precious pair.

Fact 6. Cleavage is not determined by breast size.

2 women with same cup size may not have the same cleavage. Woman’s breasts that are fuller in the middle will have greater cleavage. Woman with only an A or B cup but with her breasts naturally set close together, can have nice cleavage too. In addition, if your body is narrow below your shoulders, you’ll have an easier time creating a deeper valley between your 2 peaks.

Fact 7. The left is usually larger.

No two breasts are exactly the same size, and it is usually your left breast that is bigger than the right side. However, often the difference is so slight, you’d never notice they are of different sizes.

Fact 8. Take them to see your doctor at the right time.

Because your boobs are at their smoothest and least tender the week after your period, it’s the best time to have your doctor check out any unusual lumpiness or swelling.

This Oct, AliceWonders.com reminds to all women (and men!) to conduct regular breast self examination i.e. "check your boobies". You can even join in our campaign here

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We are also selling pink ribbon products where RM10-15 will be donated to National Cancer Society Malaysia to help fight breast cancer. You can shop for them here.

xoxo,

Alice

A tribute to: Amelia Earhart

With her leather jacket, scarf and close-cropped hair—Amelia Earhart became the first female aviator to fly a solo transatlantic flight, redefining expectations of women along the way. Till date, she still serves as a reminder of female fearlessness and that anything is possible.

The bag: Drawstrings bucket bags

Ever since Alexander Wang came out with his handbag line, the too-cool totes have been seen on celebs from Mary-Kate Olsen to Kristin Cavallari, blogged about to death, and coveted by yours truly. One of our favorites was the ‘Diego’ bag– a drawstring bucket bag that would have been simply and absolutely perfect with any outfit!

Drawstring bags always remind me of the purses my mother had in the 90s, so while their modern cousins have retro roots, they’re totally current and fashion-forward.

Drawstring closures are handy when you need to pack a whole day’s worth of stuff without jamming a zipper *wink. Best of all, they come in all different styles from totes to hobo bags!

Check out our website for more drawstring bags! (Check it out NOW)

Be sure to grab it quick!

I am strong, 
I am invincible,
I am woman!

We can do anything! That’s the message of the century’s female risk takers, rule breakers and style makers. From being the most influential pop icon to leading a country with steely determination, we have proven ourselves as not only the fairer sex, but also the one who has more fun!

AliceWonders.com pays tribute to these true inspirations, by dedicating our latest vintage collection to these women, each bag representing an iconic women. We hope that these daily reads will keep you feeling empowered, or how Helen Reddy puts it…“I’m strong, invincible, ‘cos I am woman!”

xoxo,

Alice

*SCREAMS IN EXCITEMENT*

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The Coco Series are finally back, like finally    :P

Alice has managed to get some stock in from the supplier, with help from the Mad Hatter, of course =)

Left to Right : Coco White Quilted Chain Bag, Coco Tira-Miss-You Quilted Chain Bag, Coco Black Quilted Chain Bag, Coco Stripy Zebra Flap Shoulder Bag, Coco Red Quilted Chain Bag 

(Click on the name of the bags, and you’ll get to see the measurements, etc)

Congrats to those who managed to purchase the bags at Pre-Order rate, however for those who didn’t manage to get it before 5th October, no worries! You can get them on our website now!

Hurry! There’s very limited pieces left. Soon its going to out-of-stock =(

Grab yours now! =D

She was famous for changing the way women dressed.

Her little black dresses were best accessorized with a swipe of red lipstick, a golden tan, a sporty bobbed coif and plenty of stunning jewellery.

With time came changes, In addition to her beloved jersey, the bag was made in silk(for evening) or leather(for day).

Using a running stitch, she quilted the bag in a diamond or herringbone pattern.

In February 1955, the bag was equipped with eyelets through which its leather-threaded chain strap was inserted.

Voila! The 2.55(named after the date of its creation) – was born  *applause*

Wonder what Alice is talking about?

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