Peter Som

Peter Som Makes A Bouquet from Anthropologie on Vimeo.

 

Here's a little insight of how a bouquet is put together by fashion designer Peter Som. In the video he talks about his design philosophy too which I found interesting.

 

Via Etymologie.

Another Cambridge Satchel

This little 11" rose gold baby from Cambridge Sacthel is being made for me as I type this. On a whim yesterday I checked out CS's website & found that the bag I was lusting after since last November was half-off so without further thought, I added it to my cart, checked out & bang, I'm the proud owner of yet another CS! My red 15" Batchel (it's the classic satchel with a top handle) is my go to work bag (seen here & here) but I wanted something smaller for casual days out & I think this rose gold version will just be that touch of fancy that will elevate any old outfit I lazily pull together. I'll share pictures when it gets here k? I'M SO EXCITED! 

I Want To Be A Unicorn

Think I can pull off this look for Halloween? Hehehe. Handmade leather unicorn mask by Tom Banwell. 

DIY: Floral Crown

Thanks to a recent customer's request, I've been looking up tons of floral crowns & found this nifty little video that teaches you how to make your very own. This is boho chic times a million & I love it! Let me know if you're trying out this tutorial & I'd love to see pictures of the finished product so send it over k?

Here are some pictures of more floral crowns to get you inspired…

Images via Blue Bird Vintage & Green Wedding Shoes 

DIY: Polka Dot Shorts

I love the polka dot trend but sadly, I haven't been able to find the perfect pair of happy polka dot pants until this little DIY landed in my Google Reader. I don't know why I never thought of this earlier! I'm just going to revamp one of my existing pair of pants with this tutorial from Say Yes To Hoboken. I'll let you know how it went!

 

Cambridge Satchel

This gorgeous 15" red Batchel (which is just a satchel with a top handle) is being made just for me as I type this & in approximately a month's time it will be in my loving arms. I've been coveting a Cambridge Satchel for ages & ages but I kept putting off making the purchase. Until recently that is... You see, my darling husband got me the new Macbook Pro for my birthday & I think my MacDreamy (yes, I've named him) deserves a nice bag for me to carry him around. Yes, that's my excuse & I'm sticking by it! ;)

What makes this bag so special for me? Firstly, if you purchase it directly from the maker, it's handmade to order using the finest English leather, which is stiff to begin with but will soften with wear & age.  You can also get it embossed with your initials as I did & with a design this classic plus the fine workmanship, it's sure to never go out of fashion & will last you forever with proper care. Truth be told, I'm also hoping I can one day pass it on to my future kids so that they'll have a little piece of me with them whenever they use it. I'm a sentimental fool, I know. Hehehe.

I'm also eyeing this silver 11" satchel pictured below by the way (so much for sentimentality!). Check out the Cambridge Satchel site for more fantastic designs & colors. You're sure to fall in love too.

Picture source of top photo here & bottom here

Art With Heart

In my humble opinion, the ladies of Gin & Jacqie are simply fabulous. Makers of bags that are functional yet stylish & fun, the ladies always seem to come up with some of the most interesting ideas & this latest venture goes to show that they are big hearted as well. 

A specially designed Gin & Jacqie bag was launched on 20 June 2012 in conjunction with World Refugee Day & especially in support of refugee children in Malaysia under a fundraising initiative called Art With Heart: A Refugee Art Project. Proceeds from the sales of these bags which feature the artwork of Mary, a 15-year old refugee, will go towards refugee education programmes in Malaysia under the UN Refugee Agency.

Mary's story is especially heart-wrenching: her family had to flee Myanmar due to human rights issues they faced in the country. Mary is an orphan, now living with her grandparents in Malaysia. She lost her mother a few short months ago, & her pain inspires her art. Her art work features bold splashes of vibrant colours with a red heart in the center. “I painted ‘love’,” said Mary. “When my mother passed away, I was so scared, but I know her love is always with me. That makes me happy.” 
Tell me that doesn't pull your heart strings? *Sniff*

Please help support this worthy cause by purchasing a bag at either www.ginjacqie.com or Cziplee (Bangsar) & priced at RM24. 100% of the profits from the sales of the bags will be channelled towards refugee education programmes run by UNHCR to benefit refugee children in Malaysia.For more information, visit the UNHCR’s website.

 

Glamorous Camera Straps

 
These Bloom Theory camera straps are gorgeous, darling! Can’t decide which one I like best though.

Pimped Up Memories

Parliament Of Two is the collaboration of designers Vanessa Moule and Melissa Beal. They just launched a fun new range of necklaces titled Pimped Up Memories which features super styled bubble wands are a tribute to all those sparkly, larger than life, kid memories. How can you not love these?

DIY: Neon Lace Flats

I'm seriously intrigued by this video on how to applique your plain ol’ boring flats, transforming it into something in trend this season. I don’t know how the long the lace fabric will adhere to the shoe but I’m willing to give it a try, especially with one of my old, scuffed up flats.

DIY: Corsage Pendants

I think my heart did a little pirouette when I saw this adorable wearable posy that came with a little tutorial. You know me… I love flowers & the fact that these are meant to be worn like a necklace is just fabulous.

Via Oh Joy.

Fashion Valet’s 1st Birthday Bash

Mimpi Murni together with Tie The Knot & Vanilla Floral sprinkled our fairy dust to come up with the decor for Fashion Valet’s 1st Birthday Party held at Publika last week on Wednesday. Being the largest Malaysian fashion online shopping website, when they throw a party, they make sure to throw it in grand way so myself, Sherly of Tie The Knot & Aida of Vanilla Floral put our heads together to work some DIY magic that reflected Fashion Valet’s sense of elegance & fun combined with our love for all things pretty. I hope the guests saw that & that the team of FV loved it. For more pictures do check out the Mimpi Murni FB page (like it while you’re there!) & let me know what you think k?

Don’t Miss The Markets @ Jaya One!

This Saturday promises to be a barrel of fun for KL-ites as 3 markets (Chic POP Street Market, Crafty Art Market & Bettr Weekends Market) are merged into one massive shopping-fest with 100 booths selling everything from stylish clothes & handcrafted knick-knacks to organic bread. And to make things even more awesome, there’s a Swap Party where you can shop without spending a cent & of course, the Craft Party yours truly is pulling together. Wheeeee!

So, I’ll be seeing you this Saturday? ;)

DIY: Lace Shorts

Love lace shorts? But are you like me & have yet to find a pair to suit you? Well, DIY it! Here’s the simple tutorial (if you don’t have a sewing machine, just hand sew it).

Via Honestly WTF.

Button My Buttons & Mimpi Kita Fashion Show

Last week yours truly armed with a willing girlfriend were invited to two fashion shows, back to back, of some up & coming designers. The first was Shahida Shariff of Button My Buttons followed by sisters Nurul, Mira & Syera Zulkifli of Mimpi Kita (nope, we’re not the same brand although people often get us confused. We just share the same “dream” hehe).

The two shows had totally different vibes & I enjoyed them immensely. Button My Buttons (pictured above) was totally fun with designs that were equally fun, quirky & had a distinct 1950s - 1960s feel to it. It was really refreshing to see the models really ham it up & have fun as they playfully posed & blew kisses to the audience. Too bad the pictures I took of the models that night didn’t turn out good (still getting used to my new camera) but I got better on the second night as you will see below. Anyways, Shahida’s team also set up an interesting little pop-up shop at the foyer which gave the audience a chance to buy her clothes & various other creations right after the show. It was THE perfect place to mingle & I finally got a chance to snap a picture with Ami of Sputnik Sweetheart! Yayness! Mimpi Kita (pictured below) on the other hand was all about elegance, modesty & sophistication with gorgeous professional models to boot. I especially loved the attention to detail like the beading & addition of French lace. I can see why the sisters of Mimpi Kita are so sought after & the next time I have a special occasion like a dinner function, I’m going to make a mandatory visit to their boutique. I’m also going to make a pit stop at Button My Buttons boutique to get ready for Raya this year.

Kudos to Button My Buttons & Mimpi Kita! Thank you so much for extending an invitation to little ol’ me… I may not be a fashionista but I do appreciate fine, beautiful things.

Miss Dior Cherie 2011

Dior seems to come up with the cutest little ads for their Miss Dior Cherie perfumes, don't you think? Although I like the Sofia Coppola version a teensy bit more, Natalie Portman is just so captivating in this latest one that I can’t take my eyes off her. Check out the making of the ad too while you’re at it.

Via See Hear Say.

Audrey Audrey Audrey

This Flickr set devoted to Audrey Hepburn is a gem. What’s not to love about Audrey? She was a wonderful actress (my favorite movies to this day are Breakfast At Tiffany’s & My Fair Lady) & a humanitarian (she was once a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador). Often described as elegant, stylish & radiant, Audrey remains a fashion icon & was even inducted in the International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame in 1961. I mean seriously… How can you not love her?

Via The Drifter & The Gypsy.

A Window To 1950’s Fashion

Pictures like this from Kate Spade’s Tumblr never fail to inspire me & fall in love with fashion all over again, especially fashion from the 1950's... That's why I decided to go for a 50's theme for my wedding. Wish me luck!

Via Black Eiffel.

Golden Globes 2011

Along with the rest of the world (well, those who don’t work 9 – 5 on a Monday), I put my life on hold & tuned into the live telecast of The Golden Globes Awards this morning. Although I love a good movie & I thought many of the winners were well-deserving (can I get a woot woot for Robert De Nito & Natalie Portman amongst many?), I was also busy checking out the gorgeous gowns. One of my favourites for the night is Olivia Wilde’s Marchesa gown pictured above which reminds me of a star filled sky. Lovely, just lovely.

Some of my other favorites are Scarlett Johanssan – in Elie Saab, Natalie Portman - pregnant but still stunning in Viktor & Rolf, Emma Stone - in a simple, understated Calvin Klein, Mila Kunis – in Vera Wang (apparently the dress only took 4 days to make!) & a surprise entry to this list, Sarah Hyland - in vintage Max Azria Atelier (I just love how flowy it looks!). Who were your favourites?


 

Horoscopes

Clockwise from top left: Aries, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, Libra, Leo & Gemini.

This month’s Vogue UK has a fantastically whimsical Star Sign editorial shot by Tim Gutt with model Siri Tollerand. I’m a Gemini & I just love my star’s simple styling with the mirror.

Via Stop Stealing My Look Com.

Sagittarius

Pisces

Aquarius

Capricorn