by cecylia on November 2, 2011
I scored this skirt in a vintage store in Berne, Switzerland 3 years ago and have not worn it since. Have forgotten how incredible it is – the print, the colours, the length and the duo pockets! They are big enough to fit books, pens, phones, candy… It paints a picture of the export of chocolate from Mexico to Spain! (I’m eating chocolate as I write this post!) Never expected to learn history from a skirt now, did we?
Actually everything I’m wearing is vintage, I’ve had these kitten heels for over 10 years, love them to death! Thank God the Mid Heel is back, with its sensible feminine charm and practical walkability. My sunnies are vintage, last seen here. The stripey top is an all-time favourite, although I’m eyeing off this cashmere version by Crumpet majorly as it’s much softer and luxurious. And I’m sure you’re wondering where the 7 Dwarves necklace is from – I found it at the Oakleigh Sunday Market (open every Sunday morning), can you imagine how excited I was when I discovered it underneath a pile of beads and trinkets? EX-CA-VATION! The snakeskin bag (last seen here) was a gift from my mother, a keen thrifter also. I made this gold florette ring 10 years ago, when I used to have more free time.
But aside from the vintage eye-candy, can you tell me what you think of the hair cut? Ok so I didn’t brush my hair this morning, but I am utterly in love with the new texturised bob, thanks to Mr. D from Silky Waves in Port Melbourne. Mr. D comes from a family where over 75% of its members are hairdressers! He is a perfectionist and also adores Vidal Sassoon. I’ve never before trusted anyone else this much with my hair, but with Mr. D, I’m happy to let him decide what’s best for me.
Silky Waves 236 Bay Street Port Melbourne (03) 9646 9446
I hope you are having a beautiful week, on Friday I have a very very marvelous surprise for you! Watch this space :)
by cecylia on July 3, 2010
We got a new cake stand! The dome shaped lid makes the cake stand look like a cupcake too! We get a new flavour every few days. We have vanilla, cookies and cream, red velvet and chocolate. It is so difficult for me to pick my favourite flavour. I think I love the lemon ones =)
by cecylia on June 25, 2010
At a previous post I told you about Karla Spetic’s Lily skirt, well now I will introduce to you ‘Olivia’, the jacket. You will see it been worn by our first Miss Mannequin, see below.
The second one is wearing a cashmere-blend coat by Karla Spetic. It’s the only one in the store. Underneath is anAlldressedup silk top with braid, which was show-cased on our Shop Chic Blog here, and these hot Spijkers en Spijkers pants.
Miss Mannequin on the right is proud to show case Gail Sorronda’s Chrysalis jacket. It is a silk dinner jacket with dramatic shoulders and sheer sleeves. I would wear it down the street with jeans in broad daylight. Some pieces deserve multiple appearances in life. The rose starry dress is also by Spijkers en Spijkers.
See the gorgeous print? You would have seen it on the Lily skirt too.
This is Meg the Merino wool knitted cardigan, worn upside down. I actually like it even more this way. It’s more quirky and avant garde. I’m wearing the Lily skirt and my Marc Jacobs shoes again.
Another highlight this week is that we got chocolate mint cupcakes! New flavour alert! Come and try one or they’ll be gone! The weather’s been dreadful in Melbourne, it is so nice to see some colours injected into our wardrobes.
I hope you’re all having a lovely day. Hope the sun smiles upon you and the moon winks at your mischief.
Speak soon!
Cecylia
by cecylia on June 6, 2010
One of our most popular cupcake flavours is chocolate. These beautiful mini cupcakes are made by Sheryl from Cupcake Central. Sheryl took a mini holiday so we brought more desserts to the boutique in case the cupcakes ran out. These yummy brownies have white chocolate chips and are made by Cafe Umago. My dentist is going to give me a lecture when I visit her next time…
