The Catchy

Imposed a mandatory one-day sabbatical on myself yesterday, in order to straighten out some priorities. But I can only stay away from blogshopping for so long =P

Especially when I came across these belts that The Shoplifters christened such catchy monikers. With a name like DRACONIAN BELT, how could anybody not be drawn by sheer charisma and power alone? Images of dictators, D&D, all things dragons and ruthless are flooding my senses O_o

However, described as "a silver grey waist clincher with gold dragon buckle", it sounds a little bit of a misnomer to me. Upon closer inspection, I thought the intricate design more closely resembles a golden tadpole with fish scales wearing feathers >_> Regardless of what it resembles, this piece is undeniably commanding, perfect for the little power-hungry tyrant in you ;]

Draconian Belt at RM25

On the other side of the coin is this flower motif cutout belt, with just as catchy a name: Rosevelte Belt. The antithesis of the Draconian Belt, it is simple in construct, feminine by design, wide where the other was narrow, cut out where the other popped out. As a belt rather than a cincher, this piece is also more accommodating. But mistake it not for being any less arresting. I'm definitely not the only one with appreciation for this beauty; the browns are already all reserved!

Rosevelte Belt at RM35
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Wished: Unique Waist Clincher

Update 25/2/09: Just only spotted more of this at iXora for RM28. Looks like there is only black and brown left.

For once, I didn't think a clincher is overpriced. I believe these sort of accessory is known as cinchers but we'll go by what Kiss and Tell named it, shall we? While the band itself is unspectacular, the cinching centrepiece is riveting, to say the least. Innovatively designed, I've yet to come across any other clincher *cincher* anything like it.

The brown piece, in particular, is rich in hue, exuding an impression of luxurious vintage with its intricate engraving. I'm thinking demure oriental concubines in the regal imperial palaces. Or secret booby-trapped trinket boxes holding immeasurable treasure hidden in their sleeves =P

Nonetheless, it being a clincher *cincher*, it is non-adjustable. They do phrase it so pleasantly: Perfect for petites!! Needless to say I'm nowhere near petite but I won't begrudge them this time. I just don't see it working as seamlessly if it was a belt. So, remember, while it will go marvelously with the coming Chinese New Year ambience, best not to test this at any buffet dinners.

Wished: Unique Waist Clincher *cincher* at RM30.