January 2012
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Acne Spring/Summer 2012
The Acne Spring/Summer preview from Paris Men’s fashion week is absolutely perfect, styled with a 1970’s flare that is often imitated but nearly always badly executed - this is done just right. The shirt collars alone are enough to make me fall in love, this teamed with mint cable knits and a muted colour palette brings colours usually saved for autumnal wear into the brighter months...
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Jason Wu for Target
I don’t often utter the words ‘If I was a woman’ - however, if I was a woman I would be so incredibly excited for the Jason We capsule collection appearing at Target soon! Not only are the pieces sophisticated and demure, but also rather cute (a combination quite difficult to achieve.) The accessories that complete the collection are equally stunning, ranging from flower...
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Flossie Fern's Vulgar Medicinals
Two purchases that I made myself for christmas were from the Etsy seller Flossie Fern, a provider of ‘Herbal body care for modern flappers’ a brand that combines 1920s style alongside a natural and rustic charm that I can’t help but find appealing.
Their ‘Lost in the Forest’ scented dry shampoo is about as natural as dry shampoo get’s, I’m a strong...
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3D Paper Ball Ornaments Tutorial
Another amazing tutorial from How About Orange, these paper ball ornaments are actually super easy to make but look so cute. I especially like the vintage look of the ornaments made using pop coloured printer paper, and you can even attach a small ribbon to them to turn them into… you guessed it, decorations! So adorable!
Find the templates and full tutorial to make some of your very own...
December 2011
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Weekend - Afterthoughts
So, having finally managed to see the movie Weekend after what felt like months of waiting was it worth the wait?
In a sentence yes it was, the movie was visually outstanding and so beautifully shot it felt like being inside of a toy camera. There were so many scenes where depth of field was used in such a way that anyone with an eye for photography would admire, and shots were framed with such...
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A Few of my Favorite Things - Tobacco Vanille
In a world of recycled scents I am not a fan of the ‘barely there’, nor do I like the ‘fresh’ and ‘airy’ fragrances - the ones with just enough scent within them to be considered actual fragrance rather than bottled water in a more expensive (usually hideous) bottle.
Tom Ford’s Tobacco Vanille is none of these things, it is strong and lasting - there...
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November 2011
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Vintage Velvet Holiday Wreath Tutorial
Check out this absolutely amazing tutorial by Danielle Thompson of Thompson Family-Life. It is the coolest holiday wreath I have ever seen! Danielle uses velvet covered buttons, vintage and whimsical fabric bows and a lot of crafty know-how to make this absolutely amazing holiday decoration. It’s so cute I want to make hundreds!
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Oh Xmas Twee - Holiday Mix 2011
The holiday season isn’t complete without a heavy dose of twee to help brighten the gloomy days. So pop this on your iPod (or similar device) and bop the night away whilst decorating that tree of yours!
Playlist:
Merry Christmas I Don’t Wanna Fight - Helen Love Got Something For You - Best Coast It’s Christmas - Coconut Records A Christmas Duel - The Hives & Cyndi...
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Adventures After Hours - Winter Wallpaper
So the weather is getting chilly, and the Fair Isle prints are in full force - it must be winter again. I’ve been using this Fair Isle inspired wallpaper I created on my ipad for a few weeks now, it’s full of soothing blue and green hues, pine trees, love hearts and tiny little houses where you can wrap up warm and keep out the cold after your own little adventures.
Take it with you...
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Pocket-Bot's Sewing Tutorial
Vintage Ric Rac has come up with this amazingly cute tutorial for her Pocket-Bots (cute little robots with pockets to put messages in!) These little guys are so adorable and super easy to make that it’s worth making everyone you know one for christmas! Though you’ll probably end up wanting to keep them all yourself, but just imagine that a little army of tiny robots of your very own!...
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Payday Perks - November 2011
So being the complete consumerist that I am, and because I work ever so hard every single payday I treat myself to a few things I’ve had my eye on. Everyone deserves a treat right?
Not that I need anymore cameras to add to my already over crowded collection, but I finally caved and got myself a Diana Mini. The mini is literally a mini version of it’s larger (medium format) sister...
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Dr Martens men's S/S 2012
As much of a fan of the winter months as I am (it means snug, warm peacoats and wooly hats) the Dr Martens Spring/Summer collection for 2012 has got me aching for the sunshine to hurry and return.
Deciding to embrace all things dandy and delicate with this collection, they have certainly succeeded using patterns usually reserved for their female line it’s full of floral prints and pastel...
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New (old) brogues
It is starting to be a new habit of mine to acquire a brand new (second hand) pair of brogues after every payday, I’m actually building up quite a collection in fact.
I will literally scour sites like eBay for hours watching any pair that a) takes my fancy and b) will actually fit - as if eBay wasn’t enough of an addiction in my life I find myself battling with my brain and bank...
October 2011
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Whimsy and cute paper cup garland
This amazing tutorial from Hey Gorgeous shows you how to create a beautifully whimsical garland of lights shaded with paper cups that perfectly capture the light shining through them. These would make perfect christmas decorations and I’m just itching to make some of my very own!
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Murdock London - Hair Doh
Murock London was originally established in 2006, however the look of the brand itself almost dates it to a good few decades before. A barber shop upon first opening offering various male grooming treatments as well as grooming products each with their own timeless spin.
I’ve been using their ‘Hair Doh’ shaping paste to style my quiff lately and it’s been holding up...
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Japanese smartphones ask 'What's in your bag?'
As part of a new campaign Japanese mobile provider DoCoMo have teamed up with Japanese magazine ‘Tokyo graffiti’ to showcase just what the modern Japanese girls on the street keep in their handbags.
Bag Interview shows the contents of various Japanese girls bags, along side their smartphones - linking the items together and showing the phones as an extension of their style. ...
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Portland General Store Wood Body Creme
As we all know I am a complete sucker for woody scents and Portland General Stores Wood Body Creme does not disappoint. Thankfully however it is not scent over substance as this is also an incredibly thick luxurious body cream (or Creme as the name suggests.) Containing incredibly softening coconut oil, this lotion absorbs quickly but still does the job on dry skin. It works wonders as a hand...
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Book Smart - The Wall Bookmark
This amazing bookshelf come bookmark can be found at Sleek Identity, and is clearly the best new way to display your book collections!
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Getting ready for winter
Looking forward to warmer coats and snowy nights
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The Pastel Shades of Davidelfin s/s 2012
The amazing pop pastel outfits on the catwalk of Davidelfin’s Spring/Summer 2012 show have really caught my eye recently purely for their incredible scream for attention.
I’m loving the use of clashing shades resulting in the entire collection looking like a mixup in Pantone’s ‘Pastels and Neons’ swatch library - but working absolutely brilliantly. Along with the...
September 2011
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Kitsch up your jar lids!
Dottie Angel shows you how to recycle your boring old jars, whilst adding that touch of vintage charm! The best part about it, it’s actually incredibly easy and has got me wanting to collect as many jars as possible to get started on some of my own.
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Le Labo - A playground for your nose.
“In a world where luxury perfumes are mass-produced and sold in places that look like supermarkets, where advertising campaigns try to fool consumers into thinking they are unique even though their ‘one of a its kind’ fragrances are worn by millions across the globe, we believe there is another solution. As a result, Le Labo has decided to take matters - and perfume - back in...
August 2011
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Portland General Store Whiskey Aftershave Splash
Recently I have been trying a few products from a brand that has interested me in a while, Portland General Store.
Portland General Store are a brand first founded by an interested in sustainable living - which culminated in happening open a vintage soap and perfume recipe book. This lead to the main inspiration for this brand, using basic ingredients to create beautiful and timeless blends.
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A promenade & polka dots
This is where I live. 私のここんとこ出身。
Shirt and trousers from Topman Glasses from River Island Belt and shoes vintage
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Mushiki Storage System
This absolutely beautiful table design by Tomas Alonso takes it’s inspiration from traditional Japanese rice steamers. The bamboo structure is designed to be both stacked and rotated serving as an incredibly modern storage system with both style and functionality - it’s absolutely beautiful.
More on the Mushiki here!
July 2011
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