Note To Self

Photographer: EllynSheyr

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Ola Valencia

Spain's understated city, Valencia certainly deserves some recognition similar to that of it's older sister Barcelona. A beautiful mix of old and new, you certainly will get lost in this wondrous city. Pack some sturdy walking shoes as she's best explored by foot. 

Photographer: EllynSheyr

Location: Valencia, Spain

Fashion Week...LFW Topshop Unique SS 2013

UK's beloved high street label Topshop certainly is playing with the big boys now after showcasing next year's Spring Summer 2013 collection. The design aesthetic and colour palette was impeccable! Way to step up Topshop! Congrats xx

Image Source: TopShop Unique

Fashion Week...LFW Mulberry SS 2013

I love the subtle direction Mulberry is moving towards. A sense that the Mulberry girl has gone back to a time of grown up tailoring elegance (in particularly the handbags), with a touch of youthful romanticism. Don't you think? Oh to be swept off your feet. If you look very closely you can see an array of cherry blossoms and the humble gecko. How cute.

Image Source: Mulberry.com

Fashion Week...LFW Burberry SS 2013

What can I say, Christopher Bailey never stops to amaze the crowd. Finding inspiration from the Burberry archives he mixes saturated colour with corset tailoring. Brilliant! 

Image Source: Burberry Prorsum

Weekend Inspiration

Why not visit your local markets this weekend and pick up some beautiful fresh flowers. They certainly put a smile on one's face. We picked these up today from the Fontainebleau markets and they instantly brighten up the room and mood. Now it feels like home {even if I'm just visiting a dear friend}.
It will be sad to leave tomorrow.

Photographer: EllynSheyr
Location: Fontainebleau, France

Launch...Burberry Prorsum Regent St

I am certainly looking forward to seeing Burberry's new flagship store at 121 Regent Street when I return to London next week. What a way to introduce it to the eager masses: Christopher Bailey himself.

Image Source: Burberry Youtube Channel

Aussies At Fashion Week...LFW

Fashion Week for Spring Summer Collection 2013 is in full swing. Last week was New York. This week is London's turn. I love spying Aussies at fashion week. Here's another beaut photograph by street style photographer Tommy Ton {for Style.com} of Nicole Warne {from Gary Pepper Vintage} and Jessica Stein {from Tuula Vintage}.

Photographer:  Tommy Ton

Image Source: Style.com

Aussies At Fashion Week...NYFW

Travelling so much these last two months has put me behind news and gossip of the real world; in particularly my other passion: fashion. Thankfully my bloglovin news feeds keeps my list of blogs and web magazines at my fingertips for whenever I find the time {and internet connection} to sit down with a coffee in hand and read up on all that is happening in the lives of the rich and fabulous. I saw this photograph taken by the lovely Candice Lake at the NYFW of Sara Donaldson {from Harper & Harley} and Magaret Zhang {from Shine by Three}. This moment captured makes me so proud to be an Aussie. 

Photographer: Candice Lake

Image Source: www.candicelake.com

Spotlight On Friends...Christilene

Photographer: EllynSheyr
Location: Fontainebleau, France

Online Store

For the last year or so I've been pursuing my passion for photography. Much credit goes to my dear friends and family who have encouraged me every step of the way; especially my decision to leave my beloved country of Australia {using London as my base camp for my travelling adventures}. Combining both my true loves: 1) Photography and 2) Travel. 

This blog itself was initially my outlet to share the moments I've captured during my adventures, in which I hope you've enjoyed the ride so far. Well you can now purchase or download my photographs directly through 500px: an online photography community showcasing beautiful photographs, by both aspiring and professional photographers. A site for users to gain exposure, find inspiration and connect photographers with one another. 

To be inspired is great. To inspire is incredible. - Anon.

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Shades of Blue in Fontainebleau

Photographer: EllynSheyr
Location: Fontainebleau, Paris

Ola Barcelona

Last year {click here} I made a promise to myself that I would attend the La Tomatina Festival in Spain. Well I did it! But my first stop was Barcelona. This summer sun destination most definitely needs to be explored at least once in your life. Two nights & three days later I was a shade darker; addicted to paella and spanish ham, and witnessed architectural beauty created by the heavens. I also left Barcelona with a pure belief that sangria o'clock should happen every day from lunch time onwards. haha 

Travelling tip: plan your days as you'll get more sight seeing done this way, and if you are looking for authentic local cuisine wander away from the main streets and find little intimate restaurants and cafes away from the prying eyes of the tourist. If you really explore this city like a local you'll find the best hidden treasures. 

Photographer: Me

Location: Barcelona, SPAIN

The British Museum

Being a newbie in London I am still in tourist mode. Everything around me excites me. The people, the accent, the buildings, the shopping, the music, the history. I arrived just in time for the Olympics so british pride was certainly everywhere. It's quite contagious actually; but I've always been a sucker for all things brit. I've been really lucky to have my friend Jane be my free tour guide, guiding me through the city, exploring my new home for the next two years. Essentially getting a glimpse of what makes London tick. I think the British Museum is a wonderful start at least; full of wonder, history, awe and mystery. I'm not just talking about the artifacts housed in the museum, the building itself is impressive.

Photographer: Me
Location: The British Museum, London UK