Katherine's Reflection on 2012

As the New Year approaches us, we have to reflect on what the past year has brought to us. The good and the bad. For some it could have been the start of a new relationship or the downfall of one, it could also have been the year you graduated college or the year you bought your new house. Overall 2012 was a year of changes.

For myself, 2012 had it's ups and downs but more ups than downs. This year I completed the ultimate goal and it was the year I graduated college and received my bachelors degree in Fashion Merchandising. I was the first of my siblings to graduate college and the antecipation was nerve wrecking, I thought that the day was never going to come. On May 13,2012 I experienced the most rewarding and fufilling feeling of my life as I walked across that stage and received my diploma. I held back the tears knowing that my parents were already crying for me. I will never forget that day.

I also learned who I could truly consider a friend. What people were the most important to me in my life and who feel the same way. I don't need to sit here and name them, they know who they are and I am so grateful for each and everyone one of them. Most importantly I also learned a lot of the person I am becoming. I learned what my strengths and weakness are. What frustrates me and what breaks me down. I also learned to appreciate myself more and to give myself more credit than usual. I learned that I am now worth more than I could ever imagine. Yes I know I am most my own worst critic but I need to learn to give myself a pat on the shoulder one in a while.

Finally 2012 was the beginning of this amazing blog! I am thankful to work with a group of talented young ladies and it's only up from here. Please keep supporting and spreading the word, we still have a lot in store.

xoxo
FullCircle

Super Savings at the Outlet Stores!

BEST HAUL EVER

Today, I went to the Wrentham Outlets in Massachusetts. And let me tell you, out of all the times I've ever been... Today was definitely the most successful. I've been to Wrentham countless times, and never have I gotten such great deals. Almost every store offered 50% off merchandise with an ADDITIONAL 30% off. Folks... Thats an ADDITIONAL 30% off.

Now, today, was also a sad day for me, because this is the first outlet trip where I came back footwear-less. Nike Outlet did have some good deals, also offering an additional 30% markdown. (found some sneaks for $20! Not my taste, so I didn't buy em. But great price nonetheless for some beaters). Here are a few things I got during my trip!.. ahh where do I start?

Both items were originally marked at the outlet store for $69.99. They were further marked down to $35, and with my additional 30% off I got these at a whopping $25 each! What a STEAL! Somebody get me a chair.

This Nike Sport Track Jacket has a Retail price of $60. They marked this bad boy down to about $42. Then with the extra 30% I got it for about $30 bucks. I'm not too big with sporty tops. But I think this will look fresh with a pair of kicks. I'm thinking Red & Black Air Max 2012's.

The deals continued on when I went into the Levi Store. Lord... Thank you! So these Bold Curve Levi Jeans retail at about $64 (Macy's, etc.) The outlet has them at $49, which for some reason they marked down to $25. I thought I was buying them at $36.99... So Imagine MY FACE when I got to the register and was told they were only $12.49 !! Even the cashier was surprised. Too bad that was the last size.

This wallet went from a retail price of $90 to about $62 bucks. Walking around the Michael Kors store I did notice that they had a lot of great deals on the handbags. Most of the handbags however seemed to be like the lower priced ones that you can get at Macy's anyways for the same deal. Next time I'll look into it more, and let you know if you're getting a deal or not. But not many savings in this store. I also forgot to ask about Warranty. I know the Kors stores at the mall offer warranty on their products, dont know about the outlet stores though.

 

Ran into a 2b Bebe outlet store! This Bebe Jacket retails at $179.99. The store had it marked down to $90. That's 50% off retail. Bebe must have been feeling VERY Generous, because their entire store was marked at an ADDITIONAL 50% REDUCED ITEMS. That's a $180 jacket, that I bought for $45. 

I didn't end up getting this one, but I did think it was worth noting that I did try this on in summer 2012 in the North Shore Mall. This piece was Originally $110 down to $30 bucks. I'm not gonna lie.... I would have been PISSED if I bought it and saw it here at the outlet store for this price, haha. I passed it up a second time though. (A girl's gotta have some limits).

I thought this top was really cute. Its silky and slightly see through, that came with a gold chain front embellishment. The back is strapped and slightly open. This one is a 2b Bebe top. Which I'm assuming is their lower cost Sub-brand. Normally $45. I got it for about $15.

Call me a biter. I don't care. The girl at the True Religion store was wearing this Varsity Jacket, and I told her I thought it was fresh. She tells me she got it there and that it's still in the back. Now I'm not one to let a good deal pass up (minus that bebe romper). Had to snatch it up. Only $40!

These are some steals from the Ralph Lauren for Kids store! Baby clothes are so cute! Little Jordan Jeremiah is going to look so cute in these. (Boyfriend's nephew).  Mind you, that hoody has an original retail of $50. STEAAAAAL!

Happy Shopping Everyone!

Sincerely,

The Full Circle Team

Christmas: Sneaker Edition

Christmas Edition: Feet Heat

On the court & off, NBA players are looked at at having serious shoe game. Let's take a look at what players wore on the court on this year 2012's Christmas NBA Special.

Here we have Carlos Boozer #5 on the Chicago Bulls and Chandler Parsons # 25 from the Houston Rockets both wearing the Nike Lunar Hydperdunk 2012. 

LA Lakers star player Kobe Bryant wearing his signature Christmas Kobe 8's.

Miami Heat's Lebron James wearing his signature Christmas Lebron X's.

Player Carmelo Anthony wearing his Jordan signature sneaker Melo M9.

Kevin Durant wearing his brand new signature Christmas KD V's.

Traitor (cough cough) Ray Allen in some Player Edition Air Jordan 18's.

Now some Heat from our favorite Boston Players. 

Team Captain Paul Pierce wearing a new colorway of the Nike Air Legacy 3.

Most people hunted for the Bred XI's while Celtic's player Jared Sullinger wore them Christmas Day. 

Jason Terry wore black and gold Reebok Questions while he rocked the court.

Team Favorite (and mmmmmm)  Rajon Rondo wearing a new colorway of the Nike Hyperposite's. God these are dope.

Happy Holidays from FullCircleFour 

How Much is too Much? $$

What's the deal with Spending $$$$$ on ONE pair of Shoes?

Its not just sneakers. Its a Lifestyle. Certainly the footwear industry has been on the rise for quite a number of years. Getting older I've realized that not only is it growing with my generation (90's baby). But also with the younger kids of today. What makes a shoe so desirable? Is it a foot fetish? No, Please don't ever let me hear you say that. Its a Footwear Obsession. It's what grinds people's gears.

             Kevin Wildes, creator and producer of the ESPN show,  It's the Shoes explained it well. "A big part of sneaker culture is [that] it's a way to tap back into your youth and that's why the retro market is so popular. Everyone talks about being a kid and really liking something and wanting something you couldn't have and now that you have the means, you can."

So let's look into one of the world's most infamous kicks. The Nike Air Mag.

The shoes were originally seen in the 1989 Film "Back to the Future". And after that. It was a wrap. Sneakerheads everywhere fell in love with this futuristic design. Kids who watched the film remember them from childhood. It was an iconic design that stayed with the generations to come. They finally released 1,500 pairs on Ebay in September 2011. The proceeds from these pairs went Charity. The shoes featured a rechargeable panel that lights up LED lights across the strap and the heel of the shoe. These shoes capture the essence of the "future". The essence seen in the '89 film that dubbed them the "Marty McFlys".

(Rapper Kid Cudi was one of the lucky few to be able to afford its whopping prices. He won 4 pairs.)
 What do they go for on Ebay Today? How about $6,000? Haha.

Why buy it? Nike pitched it perfectly. They generously released a limited amount to the sneakerhead community/80's retro culture/Rich People. They knew that enthusiasts everywhere would spend a significant amount of money. Nike donated their own materials in manufacturing this shoe, so that the proceeds of these biddings would go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation that supports Parkinsons' Research. Sneakers aren't just about something to wear. Its a Lifestyle that people Embrace. Going back to what Wilde's quoted, "..wanting something you couldn't have and now that you have the means, you can." It's the perfect quote that embraces this ideology. They saw it back then when they were younger, and they want it now. They'll do anything to get their hands on them. And by doing that.... they generously donated $5.6 Million dollars.

As a first post, I think it's respectful enough to pay homage to one of the coolest sneakers ever made, but never released (until '11 that is... and only 1,500 pairs at that).

Few Pictures on its Design process from Tinker Hatfield and Tiffany Beers

xoxoxo FullCircle4

(by the way, the above closet is, none other than, Chris Brown's Sneaker collection. wink wink )

Adrienne Bailon named "Fashionista Of The Year 2012" by Latina Magazine

Adrienne Bailon has come a long way from her "Cheetah Girl" days and who can forget her mini  sucess as the leader singer of the all girl group "3LW". Oh ya lastely who can forget her explosive and public relationship with Rob Kardashian. The 29 year old singer, songwriter, and tv personality,  was named "2012s Fashionista of The Year" by Latina Magazine. This was a true honor for Bailon as she shared the annoucement via Instagram:
"So honored to be named @latinamagazines's Fashionista of The Year!!! Gracias por el Amor y el Apoyo Besos xoxo". said Bailon.
 
I am probably just as happy for her as she must be of herself. I mean being recognized as a significant person in the fashion world is one thing,  but being labeled Fashionista of the Year just takes it to a whole other level. What also makes this extra special is the fact that she was named Fashion of The Year by Latina Magazine and she is latina. Coming from a background of Puerto Rican and Ecuadorian descent this must feel has a huge accomplishment Latinos are diffentely becoming a force to reckoned with in the Fashion World. I say that just because I am Latina myself woot woot! Although Latina Magazine is mainly popular amongst its Latino readers, I hope that naming Adrienne Bailon "Fashionista Of The Year" will popularize it more especially to those who are fans of Bailon. I do have to say that I have become more of a fan of her style ever since her reality show aired on the Style Network "Empire Girls" with her best friend Julissa Bermudez. Lets just say Ive always loved Julissa Bermudez lol. I love the fact that Adrienne is not afraid to be bold and different. One minute she's super bold and edgy and the next she is all girly. I think thats the important thing about being a fashion icon, you have to be able to switch up and adapt to all styles. I mean why would you want to be a fan of someone who wears the same thing all the time thats BORING!! As a fashion leader you have to be able to try different styles, own it, and make yourself relatable to everyone and I feel like Adrienne does just that. 

What do you guys think? Are you a fan of Adrienne's style? What other celebrities you feel are major fashion icons at the moment? We all know Rihanna is a HuGE icon in the fashion world do you think Adrienne will ever get to her level? Leave your comments and suggestions below. Also make sure to check out a few pics of some of my favorite outfits worn by Adrienne. See you soon!

xoxo FullCircle

Keyla's Favorite Lipsticks

Hey Everyone,

      These are my favorite lipsticks that I can not get enough! I wish I could wear them all at once but I can't! LOL! Also, I would like to apologize on my behalf because I do not have a camera at the moment so I used my handy dandy Instagram!

p.s What Girl doesn't like Lipstick ; ) Enjoy!

Bye Now!!!!

1. Viva Glam Gaga 2 (MAC 14.50)

2. Pearl 457 Wild Orchid (Revoln 7.99)

3. Matte Diva (MAC 14.50)

4. 01 Kate Moss (Rimmel London 4.89)

5. 04 Kate Moss (Rimmel London 4.89)

xoxo FullCircle4 Keyla