Wow! Paris Fashion Week never fails to amaze me each year, each season! Here's a few of my favourites from Spring/Summer 2011-12.
Valentino: Another beautiful ethereal collection from the fashion house. Definitely still in safe hands since the original grand master retired back in 2008.
Chanel: Karl Lagerfeld proves once again why he has led the industry for six decades.
Louis Vuitton: Marc Jacobs keeps to his playful, youthful side.
Collette Dinnigan: Continues to amaze me with her use of delicate lace.
For a long time now I've been on the hunt for a new swimsuit for spring/summer. But alas never really found the wow factor in the numerous designs available in store. Until now - Zimmermann's collection for SS 2011/12 was simply outstanding! Flicking through the online catalogues and look-books I came across this stunning floral paisley print; it was enough for me to organise a trip to the CBD store to try it on (I'm still a loyal fan to the physical shopping experience and besides I hadn't seen my favourite shop assistant Vella in ages)! I originally tried on the bikini option but it was disappointing and unflattering for my shape. Dismayed but still hopeful I thought I'd try the one piece (because the print was just beautiful; I had to have it). Normally I'm not a one piece fan as it reminds me of high school swim lessons but once I tried on the one piece I knew it was an instant WINNER!
What do you think of my very early Christmas present to myself?
LFW for Spring/Summer 2011-12 recently finished last week on the 21st September. There's something so unique about London fashion which I can't put my finger on it. This spring/summer season London brought out a sense of soft femininity but in a Rock n Roll I don't give a flying F*** kind of look. Not that this is a new concept for London fashion but it has evolved over the years; embracing more colour.
The colours for spring that came out this season wasn't your usual boring pastels; but you're rich colours of plum, cherry, mustard yellow, peach, olive green - a complete reverse from what we saw in the previous season where it was pop colour - blinding passer bys by the magnificent bright hues! London fashion certainly is a creative force to be reckoned with! Here are a few of my personal favourites:
This would have to be my favourite song by far. Not because it is a beautiful love song. But because it is a love song where love is lost but hope is not. Adele's voice is strong. Pure raw talent! One of a few artists who can bring such emotion where listeners find strength within themselves to keep moving.
NYFW for Spring/Summer 2011-12 recently finished on the 15th September. This is definitely on my bucket list to cross off one day. Here are a few of my personal favourites:
This Spring/Summer I hope to have a little more hair on the top of my head. I think it's time to grow my crop just a little longer. I've just got enough length to do a simple but small braided crown down one side that stops just behind my ear. I'm obsessed with french milkmaid braids at the moment...I smell a comeback thanks to Erdem's S/S 2011 collection.
Note to self: 1) invest in styling products, 2) invest in more colour and lace (you can never have enough!)
I love a weekend wedding. The anticipation and excitement that leads up to it. The preparation and organisation. The event itself. Overall it's an absolute celebration of love; between friends, lovers & soul mates. There's only one bad thing about weddings - the party eventually comes to an end. Here's to the next...
"we were given two hands to hold. two legs to walk. two eyes to see. two ears to listen. but why only one heart? because the other was given to someone else. for us to find."
a few shots I took at my friend Jenny's wedding last weekend:
Today is the last Wednesday of August which signifies two things:
1. Last day of Winter (for those in the southern hemisphere). Delightful sunshine and happiness that Spring brings is literally just around the corner!
2. La Tomatina Festival in Spain!!
In honour of today, I thought I'd share with you this beautiful video I recently stumbled upon while looking for the ideal pair of RayBans. It was a video for the "Never Hide" Ray-Ban campaign. After watching it I went out and bought myself a pair of Wayfarers (the newer versions - talk about successful marketing), created a bucket list (top of that list is to attend the Tomatina Festival through Busabout this time next year) and promised myself to find joy in the most simplest things (like riding a bike through the streets on a sunny day). Note to self: buy a bike!
In my previous post I told you about my friend's hen's night. Her wedding is in four days!
The theme we chose was "Stepford Wives". Perfect match for high tea with such fine ladies. In my mad rush to find an outfit (two nights before - I really do need to stop leaving things at the last minute) I, no kidding, literally stopped when I saw this beautiful dress from Cue. I think my heart may have skipped a beat. The white/yellow/beige floral print was simply too delicate to say no to. The pleats on the sleeve; the cinched in waist. I was in love. A quick order for it to be hemmed and it was mine. (I'm just realising now that half or maybe 3/4 of my wardrobe is from Cue - obsessed much?) To complete the outfit I added a string of pearls and a pearl/bow head piece from Diva.
I could certainly see myself cleaning the house in this outfit. haha :)
