by cecylia on January 16, 2012
I’ve been looking for an iPad case for eons. Was hoping that this vintage Escada clutch would fit my favourite gadget, but it is not accommodating enough; then a Chloe iPad clutch I had my eye on Net-a-Porter was sold out, I thought, this is the end!!! That is, until I received (finally, after waiting over 6 months) my Karla Spetic clutch! I’d ordered it after seeing it at Rosemount Fashion Week. The leather is so soft I think the juxtaposition of a hard electronic device inside it is just brilliant.
Not sure if you noticed, but my skirt is actually a top! :) Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Can you see where I disguised the spaghetti straps? This beautiful 2 toned Violet & I camisole is elasticised so I took advantage of the silken cami and pushed it down my waist (hmm this is sounding a little iffy) to serve me as a skirt with a peplum. Actually love it even more as a skirt. The elastic waist band allows me to pig out and the peplum adds ladylike charm.
Just had to show you the back of this Gasparre Cashmere top. The low back features a leather strip that keeps the sleeves in check. I can’t think of a more luxurious pairing of leather and cashmere, definitely a marriage in hedonistic heaven.
There’s nothing like great design.
Where: On route to have lunch with friends
Wear: Vintage sunnies, necklace (last seen here) and cuffs (previously worn here), Gasparre Cashmere dress (worn as top), Violet & I silk camisole, Karla Spetic leather clutch, Repetto slingback booties and wind
by cecylia on December 9, 2011
by cecylia on November 30, 2011
I was packing for our get-away to Singapore and Hong Kong yesterday. It’s so tricky, because Singapore is renowned to cook its tourists but it’s actually chilly in HK. I try not to pack too much on holidays, and tend to bring an empty suitcase whenever I can, especially because Singapore and HK are the shopping meccas of the world. Hubby and I love traveling light, so I literally weigh up the ‘short-list’ with my hands and take the lighter versions. But when it comes to toiletries, I have a handful of essentials I cannot live without. These come everywhere with me.
Beauty at the Cullen
From left to right:
Sa Majestic La Rose by Serge Lutens, favourite scent, with its gallic charms, comprises of romantic rose notes that don’t drown out the Parisian accent;
Estee Lauder mascara, great for Asian lashes;
Clinique Compact Powder, touch-up on the go;
L’Oreal powder blush, brings circulation back to my face;
Yves Saint Laurent lipstick (also doubles as a pendant), all-time favourite lippie from dear friend and Make Up Artist Vicki;
Grown Day Moisturizer, organic, made in Melbourne, makes me smell really healthy;
Chloé skin cream, luxe and fragrant, instantly transforms me to air-flight mode and induces me to speak French. Oops wait, wrong destination.
If you would like to be updated on all the shenanigans on our trip, come visit me on Facebook and Twitter! And if you have any beauty products you can’t live without, please share below!
by cecylia on November 18, 2011
Hello hello dear! An exquisite jewellery gift-away awaits you!
I am so thankful to the beautiful Jane Hayes who introduced me to the ladies at Edenborough Evans. Ever since meeting Anna at the Arabella Ramsay VIP night where I purchased a DIY-engrave necklace, I’ve been besotted with their striking jewellery line, inspired by wax seals from Renaissance and Medieval eras. Literally I have spent hours drooling over their online store.
I caught up with the ladies recently and it turns out that we attended the same high school. Already being picked up by major department stores and boutiques across the globe, Anna and Kate are still the sweetest and most down-to-earth girls you’ll meet. I asked about the name of their label. ‘Edenborough was our mother’s maiden name. She passed away a few years ago from cancer, and Evans is the last name of our friend, Jo Evans, an incredibly stylish lady and socialite, who unfortunately also passed away from cancer.’ Fighting back tears and emotions, I cling tigher to my DIY necklace. Edenborough Evans jewellery evokes precious memories and embraces rich European traditions.
Outfit: Dress by vintage designer Ricki Reed (a look-alike here!), vintage bracelet and belt, Sportsgirl headband, self-made earrings, Jerome Dreyfuss bag, Chloe shoes
I was stoked when they gifted me with these 2 gorgeous Vine rings. They retail at $155, are 18-K gold and sterling-silver plated, are also adjustable. As much as I am tempted to keep both, I would like to share one with you. Since I love them both, I am giving you the option to chose whichever one (gold or silver) you like. This gift-away is open to my readers all over the world. All you need to do is:
- Like Edenborough Evans’ Facebook here
- Share this blog post on your Facebook wall.
- Please leave a comment below indicating whether you wish to have the gold or silver ring
The winner will be announced on Monday 28th November 2011. Have fun choosing and take a squiz at the entire Edenborough Evans collection here!
Have a gorgeous weekend! xx
