burnthosebridgesbendthemsway

pc: google images, chilloutpoint, milk&mode, yurock, instantshift

The love(heart) list, and sequence

pc: FashionLane, ClaudeMaus, Shakuhachi, NoMoneyNoRemote

And in the blog realm, here's who I'm digging:

Aniieemal
Apparellel
FashionLane
Mode D'Amour
NoMoneyNoRemote

Go check them out. Worth it.

p.s. I saw the coolest guy at coffee today. He was sitting at the table next to us and was accessorised to the max. His rings and that killer necklace? I want. Ideal world? We'd be friends so I could borrow steal his goodies :)

Crownofthorns

Alexandra Spencer
pc: Studded Hearts

Word.

Day 26

pc: fashion gone rogue, fashionchalet, christeric, kingdom of style

Long long hair is inspiring. Has been for a while now. I have started to actually look after my hair (treat split ends, use a rosemary tea spray at the roots, nourish with protein via redken extreme) to try and get it to grow as fast as possible.

And yes, I'm aware hair growth has everything to do with genetics.

But here's hoping I've got the genes.....

p.s. if you haven't left a comment yet for the giveaway in the post below ($25 worth of merch at shopafricanteaparty), what are you waiting for? Get to it! Comp ends Wednesday 9 June at 2100 AEST...

Shebreaksalltherules

Now this right here, that's the way to send a fashion statement to the world. Krystal of What is Reality Anyway is just one of those girls; she's got panache, oodles of style and confidence that is even more attractive than her stunning looks....

notwithstanding that this might have been a styled look, she pulls it off as only she can.

Go check out her blog now for even more hotness!

Rendition of the Soul

My computer's acting up, hence the lack of posts in the last few days.....hoping to sort it out ASAP!

I stumbled across Shiatzy Chen's 2010 Spring-Summer collection, titled 'Rendition of the Soul', only this morning. This is the first time I've heard of this designer so I'm now trying to source more information. The collection in question "was based on classic calligraphy, bell and H-shaped contours inspired by Madame Wei (a calligrapher from the Eastern Jin dynasty of China). The materials include double coloured satin, organza, jacquard, chiffon, hollow jacquard, taffeta, and silk-linen blends embellised with velvet and crystallised Swarovski elements." (Luxury Insider)

The collection is available to purchase at selected shops in Hong Kong and Macau. I wonder if any of the collection is sold online? Any sites? Let me know!

loveinthoseshoes

Absolutely adore the stylings of Christine from Christeric. And how rad are the shoes she DIYed?!!?! I love these on her. I'm not inspired enough (or talented enough) to even contemplate DIYing a pair for myself.

Modelled on the Charles Anastase Dungeon Boots, these babies are ridiculous. In the best way. I don't think I'd be able to pull these off, but if anyone can its Christine.

Love.

Go check our her blog NOW. She rocks.

BUYMEAFRIEND.AFRIENDOFMINE,THATIS

Friend of Mine have, yet again, hit the nail on the metaphorical forehead. Crazy lusting over the goodies that make up the current range. Sweetness. Someone lend me $2000? Seriously? This shit makes me soooo happy!

Check out the sweet collections, or even buy yourself (and me?) pretty pieces at FRIEND OF MINE.

(And remember, kids, Anika is an Aus size 8 and a size 6 shoe ;)

whodowelovesayit

I'm loving all things Sportsgirl at the moment. Killer heels, check. Ridiculously perfect nail varnishes, check. Designer collaborations to stalk for, check. Fabulous clothing, check. Free shipping for a limited period, check! I reckon Sportsgirl is having another 'IT' moment. Amen.

Particularly enamoured by their latest designer collaboration....Kym Ellery for Sportsgirl. I have to admit I have a girl crush on this 27 year old Perth-native. Loooove Ellery designs and the sense of luxury and perfection of every damn piece. So when I realised there was going to be THE collaboration of collaborations, I bunkered down and did a (mental) countdown. You just can't make this shit up. Did I mention I have a crush on alllll Ellery clothing? I did. I'll say it again. Check it out to see what I mean.

Ellery pieces are not your run of the mill, stock-standard ones. Every piece is made with love, most are made to order, and the time spent on each item of clothing is testiment to the Ellery brand. Not to mention that us Aussies adore her work, her designs, everything. I've featured Ellery on the blog before. And why not. Unfortunately, Ellery doesn't come cheap. Even on ebay. So a designer collaboration? I'm in, guns blazing.

The capsule 8 piece collection came out yesterday and looked fabulous on the website. I had to go in though to see just what the clothes looked like and their quality. But no need to stress, each piece LOOKS like quality, is made of the finest materials and just fits so freaking perfectly. Amen. And thank you, Kym!

I had to....I bought the high neck oversize lapel cropped jacket (swoooon), the cotton & silk animal print voile minidress (this fits like a dream and is soft) and even the tiger print skinny jeans (a risk as I haven't tried them on, but I suspect they'll be perfect). I can always return/exchange the pants if they're a no-go. I suspect they'll be a dream. Fingers crossed.

So Sportsgirl, we salute you. For undeniable affordable style, for fantastic customer service, for wicked postage deals and most of all for the designer collaborations that make our hearts melt just that little bit more. Swoon.

I recommend heading over to the Sportsgirl website to check out the Ellery range asap. The pieces are even more beautiful in real life. And where the hell else are you going to get a chance to get your hands on Ellery for $190?!!?! I have to admit, I wouldn't be sharing this if I hadn't picked up my pieces yet, but since I have...tis a secret that's too good to keep!