Nene Shoes: Quality and Fun for Mother & Daughter

Shop Nene Shoes for comfortable, stylish shoes for the discerning adult in your life (or you!)..and get a matching pair for your daughter or niece!

Froilan and Jasmine, a husband & wife design team created Nene shoes in New Year in 2015, with a focus on fun and sophisticated matching shoes for women and girls. 

They debuted the first collection in the Fall of 2015- the focus always being the most remarkable and quality materials to create these shoes, within three factories in Italy and China to bring the most discerning, well-made pair (or pairs!) of shoes to you. 

The company’s direct to consumer model affords customers best possible pricing without overhead seen in traditional business models.

The company name- Nene- is based on family history. Nene is based on Jasmine’s mom’s name, Nene M. Pamintuan. 

In the Filipino language, nene also means little girl or young woman.

Jasmine’s work in management consulting and global IT brought her to a world she was slowly learning more about. “The lectures I attended from design school exposed me to the contemporary leaders and innovators of the footwear industry - from classic to athletic footwear,” Jasmine explains.

“I greatly admire designers known for their beautiful designs and trademark looks, such as Blahnik and Louboutin. But I think the greater mentors are the ones who influenced and shaped these great designers.”

Nene shoes wanted to create something no one else had- excellent quality shoes- for mom and daughter- or aunt and niece, etc. “We are aiming to be the premier women and kids accessories and apparel company.”

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House of Holthus Shows Edgy and Fun Designers

The game changers of fashion are carefully cultivated at House of Holthus. 

House of Holthus has curated jewelry, clothing, outerwear, shoes, swimwear, and lingerie for the most tasteful and cutting edge of fashion.
Global brands converge on the fashion world - in the most fortuitous way for the customer by bringing all the best designers to one place to shop.  

These innovative designers have brought together a special blend of artful items. This fabulous e-commerce fashion site brings the most exciting items together in one place for fun, easy shopping.

In 2014, the goal of sharing new fashion perspectives emerged via House of Holthus hungry with an original and insatiable appetite for fashion, while constantly reinventing themselves. 

Spotlight on New House of Holthus Designers: 

Dady Bones

Dady Bones

New designer LA-based Lola of Dady Bones has a fun and playful take on jewelry- sparkly dice earring,
puffball necklaces, leather chokers to showcase your edgy, funky style.

Fun textiles add dimensions to these unique pieces of jewelry. 

Future Glory
San Francisco company Future Glory is pretty excellent- bring together futuristic handbag styles with unique marbled designs and you’ve got yourself a work of art. 

Future Glory

Brass hardware merges with unlined vegetable tanned leather overlaid with traditional marbling for each bag to be a super-special gift that you deserve. 

Over time, the leather will develop special characteristics such as a beautiful patina.

Nanushka

Nanushka

Nanushka is a new customer favorite- fun, casual-chic sweaters, wide-legged pants, sweaters, and contrast-stitched trousers. 

Head designer Sandra Sandor was born in Budapest, Hungary, and Nanushka was her childhood nickname. 

As a kid, she loved working with bright fabrics and fun designs for the everyday wanderer.

Specially chosen designers with innovative designs and fabrics come to life every day on the pages of House of Holthus - so check back weekly for the clothes and accessories that are one of a kind- just like you!

Photos courtesy of House of Holthus. Find them at https://www.houseofholthus.com.

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Try These Travel Tips for an Easy Vacation

Heading out on a summer trip should be fun and enjoyable, but packing for that trip stresses many of us out. 

Did I remember everything? Is the suitcase too heavy? How can I maximize space?

Sharon Schweitzer, J.D. is a cross-cultural consultant, an international protocol expert and the founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide.  

She says packing efficiently saves space, time, and ensures no necessary belongings are left behind.

“Like any art form—preparation and thought go into a well packed bag,” Schweitzer says. “Before you pack, create a list of events to be attended, adventure activities, work and evening gatherings requiring professional or evening attire.  Once you’ve selected clothes to wear, remove one outfit. Let’s face it; no one wears everything they pack. There’s always something that can be cut. Select more tops than trousers or skirts because you can easily wear bottoms twice.”

Sharon’s tips on how to be a better packer:

1.      Suitcase:

Lightweight and durable are the criteria to keep in mind. Unless you’re headed to an extended vacation (2 weeks plus), a carry-on will alleviate travel stress and save money. Very few airlines allow a free checked bag. Checking a bag limits options if a flight is cancelled or changed.

2.      Luggage Scale:

It is wise to invest in a residential luggage scale if you must check a bag. Exceeding the 50-pound limit is detrimental to your wallet. Making sure you are under the weight limit prior to airport arrival is reassuring.

3.      Photograph & Tag:

On both carry-on and checked bags, photograph your luggage, pack a business card or ID tag inside and include an external bag tag. When five identical bags slide down the luggage chute, identify yours with a distinguishing ribbon, sticker or luggage tag.  

4.      Clothing:

Invest in wrinkle-free, lightweight clothing with a similar color palette for layering, easy mixing and matching. Place an extra dryer or scented sheet inside your bag to reduce unpleasant odors. Pack sturdy, several collapsible travel bags for purchases. Don’t mark yourself as a robbery target. Expensive jewelry, family heirlooms and watches stay home.

5.      Roll, Roll, Roll:

Rolling your clothes saves space while preventing creases and wrinkles. After rolling, use air-compression plastic bags to vacuum extra air. Efficiently packing the heaviest items (jeans, jackets) at the suitcase bottom. Wrap belts around the edges of the suitcase to cradle clothing. Fill the suitcase with lightest clothing at the top (rolling the entire time).

6.      Shoes:

Try to limit yourself to three pairs of travel shoes: casual pair, tennis shoes, and evening/professional shoes. Many experts advise wearing your heaviest pair on the day of travel to keep suitcase weight low.  Shoes go in shoe bags foot-to-toe, before heavy items, at the very bottom. If packing shoe soles facing the bag sides, slide shoes into shower caps or clear plastic bags first. Place socks and small articles into your deodorized shoes to save space.

7.      Toiletries:

Purchase travel sized toiletries under 3.0 ounces, or use destination amenities. Double-bag all necessary toiletries (liquids, gels) to prevent stains. Place this bag at the very top of your carry-on for quick retrieval at security if you are not TSA-PreCheck.  

 

8.      Technology:

Organize all gadgets, chargers, and cables in a tech organizer for easy retrieval at security if questions arise.    

Travel tips courtesy of Sharon Schweitzer, J.D. 

Please click http://www.protocolww.com/ for more information on best traveling practices.

Happy Traveling this summer! #Summer2016