Thursday, May 28, 2009

Blue Suede Shoes 05-25-09

L'Hombre Factory. The shoes look and smell fabulous. And yes, the prices are fabulous as well.


One of the most amazing places is Orquidario Dinisia. Dino Jose Dorigon, the collector, has over 100 orchids. The oldest/first orchid was a present from his father for his wedding. That orchid dates back 42 years. In addition to the immaculate orchid collection, Dino and his wife owns a beautiful home with a swimming pool and bar on the lower floor.



One of most rewarding experience is visiting the Prefeitura (Mayor). In Farroupilha, we were received by the Mayor and his Vice Mayor (aka Elvis/John Travolta). Our gifts included chocolates and guides to the city.








Here we are jiving at the Elvis Cafe. Elvis (Vice Mayor) was a pleasant surprise.








Although shoes (in addition to diamonds and purses) are a girls' best friend, too much shoe factory tours can be exhausting. Here we are taking a break.




Atacado Wholesale shops.





4 comments:

Suzanne said...

All that shoe shopping! No wonder you all look so tired.... Love the orchids. Great necklas you have on Moni! Where were the guys for the bootie shakin??
xoxo

Darren said...

Shake your bootie!!!! Love the pics...looks like you gals were in heaven...wholesale shops, shoe factories....how did they pull you away!!

Peter G Blando said...

The common thing all over the world...shopping for a bargain. Looks like you guys are having a blast! Yeay GSE!

Unknown said...

Uh..oh...shake to the right shake it to the left...y'all having too much fun out there. I see the shoes...but where's all the shopping bags?..Ge..I know u saved extra space in the luggage for...Shoes?? Did u find ur laurent?