LUST HAVE TREND : STATEMENT NECKLACES

This trend is not exactly new to the style scene but it is persistent! First making a big showing on the runway last year it looks like it is here to stay! I always say accessories are the quickest and least expensive way to stay on trend, and who wants to pass up the opportunity for a little opulence; its good for the soul. An automatic style symbol and genius way to dress up even the humble plain white Tee, the statement necklace should take up some prime real estate in your jewellery draw. So whether its an ornately beaded bib or a plate sized pendant (or both!)- get bold this Winter!

THE STATEMENT NECKLACE : TREND SHOPPING

(1)Rupert and Sherlock handmade Turquoise Statement Necklace $90 (2) Sportsgirl Black jewelled neckpiece $39.95 (3)Mimco Metal Mesh Choker $229 e $145 (4)Witchery Bib Front Beaded Necklace $89.95 (5)Kenneth Jay Lane Multi-chain silver-tone necklace UK105 Anthropologie

THE STATEMENT NECKLACE : WEARING IT

(1) Vera Wang Spring 10 (2) Marni Spring 09 (3) Lanvin Fall RTW 10 (4)Dinosaur Designs (5)Drew Barrymore via Style Bistro (6)Olivia Palermo via Elle UK

HANDMADE BUY OF THE DAY : BUNNY SCULPTURE

Who knew a ceramic sculpture could give off the warm and fuzzies! This adorable bunny is hand crafted and totally unique, one of ten in a very lovely series that's worth a peek. And while you are there cooing over the gorgeousness don't forget to check out the myriad of other creative sculptures too. US$75 in ArtMind's Etsy store. Seen via Le Papier Studio blog

PHOTO OF THE DAY : BEA SZENFELD

Swedish Fashion Designer/Artist Bea Szenfeld is always on the edge of design. She loves creating unique couture pieces out of unusual fabrics or reinterpreting vintage pieces. This photo is from a collection she did using paper as the main fabric. Love the out of the ordinary model and pose. View more at Style Bubble

PIECES OF A CREATIVE MINT

The Blog A Creative Mint is filled with beautiful imagery and I'm so glad I came across it! Leslie is a mum living in LA and coming up with some creative projects for us all to stare at and envy. I find all her photos to be so flawlessly light and airy, so fresh and uplifting that I thought I would share some of the beautiful flower arrangements from recent posts....these make me want to fill my space with blooms! Happy Wednesday

A Creative Mint

PHOTO OF THE DAY : ROMANIAN AIR

Moral of the story - dance around like no one can see and soak up the sun when its out.

Model Nicola Haffmans photographed by Sylivie Malfray and styled by Ornelia Jong for Harpers Bazaar Romania. (Wearing Louis Vuitton??)

See more pics from the editorial on Trendista here

HANDMADE BUY OF THE DAY : SWEATER CLIPS

As per my previous Glee related post, I spent some time looking around for sweater clips; and you just can't beat hand made originality! Check out these quirky clips from the ItsASwindle Etsy store. Such a great colour and plenty of modern vibes with a vintage twist. US$15 here. Have a stroll around the rest of the store as well, there are plenty more clippy wonders to choose between. (Im also partial to the roses and skeleton hands)

PHOTO OF THE DAY : IKEA OUTSIDE

Reminds me of summer afternoon BBQs at Christmas sitting outside and soaking up the festive spirit. Love the stripey pillows and delicate fairy lights under the umbrella.

Ikea Ammero seating via Making it Lovely

FASHION GLEE

Last week the boyfriend and I were having a movie night with some friends of ours and they put on the first episode of Glee. Now I had heard a lot about it...more like I had heard about it a lot! and everyone seemed to be obsessed with this new fangled musical comedy (even, I hear President Obama himself) but I just never got around to watching. I am now 3 episodes in and hooked, I already want to steal Emma's hair colour and all her sweater clips! and in that respect apparently I am not alone. Check out this amazing blog all about the fashions Emma Pillsbury and Co. wear on set : What Would Emma Pillsbury Wear (seen via Smitten Design) And while you do that I am off to shop for some sweater clips and to think up an event to wear them to!

image here

ANZAC DAY

FOND FARWELL

My beautiful Grandma 1920-2010

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY : STEVEN MEISEL

A very well known and highly respected American photographer famous amongst other things, for working with/discovering top models. He has some really great work floating around - well worth a google."Steven Meisel is fashion's pre-eminent image-maker - prolific and innovative - visualizing the trends of every fashion season since the 1980s (was born in New York in 1954.) He studied at the Parsons School of Design. Provocative and avant-gardist, Meisel has shaped important trends in fashion for more than twenty years through major advertising campaigns for Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino, and Versace, among others. His images brim with references to film, art, and cultural trends"(EGODESIGN)

Here are some of my fave images at the moment...

"The Godfather" from the May 09 issue of US Vogue via Style Frizz

via Almost Velvet

"Print and Pattern"Models : Daria Werbowy, Elise Crombez, Julia Stegner via Trendnista

"Garden of Delights" Models : Caroline Trentini, Gemma Ward, Karen Elson, Sasha Pivovarova via Trendnista

"Glamorama" shoot, Models: Gemma Ward, Lily Donaldson, Caroline Trentini via Calikartel

"To Serve and Protect" shoot, Model : Hilary Rhoda shoot via Trendnista

PHOTO OF THE DAY : NIGHT DREAMS

This pretty pic is from over on Wiksten Made. Its worth checking out the post as each nightie has a story and the floral one is handmade. Makes me think of summer mornings at the beach and the smell of fresh linen!

Happy Friday!

PHOTO OF THE DAY : SOLVE SUNDSBO

"Morning Beauty" Julia Stegner by Solve Sundsbo in US Harpers Bazaar Feb 08

Seen via Fashion Gone Rogue

D.I.Y - POTTING HERBS

For a couple of years now I have wanted to grow my own herbs but never got around to it. So for my birthday recently when I was given a set of little pots, my herb-craving was re-ignited! Finally this week I went out and got some seed packets and soil from my local hardware store and I'm all ready to go! Pity that the box the pots came in had a photo of white pots and inside were blue pots...never mind; its a good 'ol can of spray paint to the rescue. I taped up the little chalkboard plaques (where you write the herb names) and sprayed away today in the fading afternoon light. Tomorrow is potting time and come 10-14 days I will see the fruits...er herbs...of my labour! Stay tuned...

RAINY DAY

When you are home sick on a rainy day, what better time to get into the garden with my camera wearing my fave uggs and a scarf!

PHOTO OF THE DAY : PROM DRESS ENVY

via the amazing Sea of Shoes

SEND A POSTCARDEN!

How cool are these "living" post cards? Definitely on the 'what to get someone who has everything' list! The British born Postcardens are mail-able and come in a compact folded form. Then all the recipient has to do is fold out their garden and water it, amazing! They keep for a couple of weeks, come in 3 different designs and are pretty wallet friendly. Check them out here

HANDMADE BUY OF THE DAY : NEW BEGINNINGS

This cheerful bracelet looks easy to wear and would make a lovely gift for anyone, it is available in a variety of colour combos plus the charm can be silver or gold. Better yet 35% of the proceeds go to the Hope for Haiti Foundation. US$30 from Ashley|Designs on Etsy.

PHOTO OF THE DAY : VOGUE PORTRAIT

Amazing colours and a twist on the standard portrait - from US Vogue Oct 2003

seen via moodboard