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Stellar Arabella

by cecylia on October 13, 2011

Last night I had the pleasure pf attending the Arabella Ramsay VIP night at Arabella’s High St Armadale boutique. She has the most whimsical SS11 collection, a Parisian-influenced quirky store, oh and the best vintage pieces! I felt like I was walking into a candy store, my eyes could not stop feasting on the beautiful prints, soft fabrics and eclectic jewels. I was thrilled to catch up with my stunning friend Ebony, who you would have see in my styling portfolio. Here are some sweet memories from last night for you to enjoy!

It was an honour to meet Anna, the designer of Edenborough Evans. This jewellery label is one to watch, and wear! Anna and her sister have trained with the best Italian jewellery designers, showcased their collections in Paris at Premiere Classe (where I used to go to meet accessory designers for my ex-boutique, see here) and have their gorgeous pieces stocked at Arabella Ramsay. You can also see their full collection on their online store here. I bought an Edenborough Evans necklace from Arabella, you can DIY engrave your favourite inscription onto the name plate. After much contemplating, we decided on our wedding date instead of engraving a name. Hubby hammered ’10 Nov 07′ onto it, cannot wait to show you his masterpiece!

It is always an absolute pleasure to see Jane, who is so charming and witty, I adore her! What do you think of the taxidermed rabbit, posing with Theodore? The vintage jumpsuit was a show-stealer, and I really wanted to purchase the ‘surprised rabbit’ but it’s not for sale. How cute is it!

Outfit: Cylk Visage dress (worn as top), Sophia Kokosalaki dress (From Paris99), Dhini silk vest, vintage necklace, bangles and clutch, Miss Sixty heels

I love knit dresses, the Cylk bodycon dress is so sexy I wore it as a top for this event. The white pleated Sophia Kokosalaki skirt is a vintage purchase from the amazing Paris99 salon. Dhini’s vest is the most beloved piece in my wardrobe right now, I ordered it after seeing it at Rosemount fashion week. The tailoring is exquisite. Gonna wear it with everything!

I had so much fun at Arabella’s store with all the girls that I stayed way too long and missed out on going to Green With Envy’s Josh Goot event and meeting him and Harpers Bazaar’s Christine Centenera. *sobs* Next time I hope :)

Thank you Arabella for having us, hubby is loving his new pocketchief, he’s going to debut it at Caulfield Cup this Saturday! I actually don’t have to plan an outfit for Saturday as I have been ordered to wear the same outfit I wore last week because I’ve been most blessed to be in the Finals for Fashion on the Fields. It’s still so surreal and am getting butterflies about it…will have to share photos with you soon! Have a beautiful weekend my beloveds!

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Salon Show Soiree

by cecylia on December 7, 2010

After the raging success of our runway show, we held a salon show for our customers when the new collections from Sophia Kokosalaki, Gail Sorronda, Karla Spetic, Aris Geldis, Damselfly and Amy Kaehne arrived. We were estatic when international designer Sophia Kokosalaki sent us pieces from her NEXT spring/summer collection, which places us BEFORE Europe, and 12 months ahead of the southern hemisphere!

Despite having only one week to organise this event, it was a great night, a fabulous show and a whole night of style. Thank the Lord.

The evening consisted of a welcome speech, an introduction to the designer pieces, a salon show and a Best-Dressed prize. Muscatos, white wine and champagne flowed, and guests were fed cupcakes and sushi. Even the models ate!

My long-lost friend, Christine, to whom the Ugg Boot post was dedicated to. Vicki, in a stunning Sophia Kokosalaki dress, in next season’s colour, Mawi necklace and Repetto shoes.

Anna (right), one of Theodore’s galfriends, graced us with her presence

I was stoked to see another long-lost-friend who now calls Scotland her home now, my high school friend Kam, in her signature coloured do!

(I’m in Sophia Kokosalaki silk double-layer drape top, gifted skirt, Repetto pumps, Mawi ring, vintage jewellery)

The beautiful Ebony in a Sophia Kokosalaki silk dress and Damselfly bejewelled bib.

See? I told you that they eat!

It was so much fun, we look forward to the next event, and the more time we will have to plan it =)

Thank you to everyone who came on the night and for all of your love, support and prayers.

An early Merry Christmas to you all!

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Some of Life’s Necessities

by cecylia on October 3, 2010

The definition of ‘living well’ is different for each individual. At Cecylia, we think that if you have the time to stop and smell the flowers, burn a fragrant candle or savour a mouthful of sugary sweetness from a cupcake, then you’re doing pretty well. As the party season is around the corner, we would like to encourage our customers to not forget to take some time to enjoy nature and embrace the little things that make us smile.

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Beautiful and Delicious

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 =)