Some Sparkle...

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Dessert Party..

Its a little early in the year to be thinking about a joint birthday party with my hubby as we are June & July babies, but I am just so excited to have decided to have a dessert only party. 

I am a real chocoholic, and my husband is a candy feign. So really, its ridiculous that we haven't had one before. 

A few years ago, on twitter, I discovered Amy Atlas, the amazing event planner that creates the most incredible dessert tables. So decorative inspiration won't be difficult..but how to chose a reasonable size menu, culling the endless list of treats I have come up with is going to be the real task! 

I will be sure to keep you posted on all my sugary plans, 

Vxx

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BAMBOO FEVER..

Being the Gemini that I am, I have such a broad & varying sense of style. I can go from ultra girly frills and lace, to rocking biker jackets, to a wholesome Ralph Lauren shirt.

But one love that has stood the test of time has been BAMBOO.

It started with Tom Ford @ Gucci. It was all about the accessories. The amazing tied up shoes with a metallic bamboo heel that I still pine over  that were paired with really rich & luxurious looking bags.  

 

 

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And then, the bamboo obsession morphed into the interiors…

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Absolutely LOVE the bamboo flatware..I NEED to buy a set STAT!

 

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I think just one piece of bamboo would look fantastic in my flat, but how to choose!?!

Happy Friday!

Love,

Vxx

Golden Globes 2012

It's difficult not to get a tad excited for an event that is so majorly focused on gowns and jewels. The Golden Globes 2012, have once again been thrilling for fashion lovers alike.

I found myself refreshing pages online for recently viewed celebs on the red carpet.

Once again, there were great triumphs & tragedies. But in keeping with my years positive resolutions, I have decided to show some of my favourite looks.

Amber Riley from Glee looked stunning in her strapless gown. No doubt it would be difficult amongst Hollywood's slim celebs but she is really holding her own & looks amazing.

Doesn't get much better than Ronney Mara in Nina Ricci, I am such a fan of what Peter Copping is doing there. This is just another of his amazing designs.And credit to Mara who wears in so stylishly, it's not easy to pull off something with a tulle-d bottom & bandage strapping. Its the simple hair & barely their makeup..amazing!

Gorgeous in The Descendants & stunning on the red carpet. What a gorgeous young girl & a beautifully sparkling gown. Love!

Never really a Swinton fan. Androgonistic looks aren't my thing. But I love the colour on her, the jacket with the billowy skirt is a great look, not too masculine & not too girly.

Emma Stone is one of my favourites. I'm always interested to see what she is doning. And this time, she hasnt disappointed me either. I love the strong colour, the dark eyes.

Evan Rachel Wood's dress has really had some mixed reviews. I loved it. I found it so whimsical and almost reminiscent of Marion Cotillard in Gaultier, Oscars 2008.

Natalie's dress is all about the colour, which is just beautiful on her. Also very Grace Kelly, you can't go wrong with that can you?

Last and most definitely not least. Zooey Deschanel! I have left my best dressed until last. Its with her cute little retro style that makes seeing her in a custom Prada that gives it that extra wow factor. I love that ow-so-now neckline, the beautiful beading and simple silk skirt. The hair and makeup is simple but flawlessly done & allows the dress to take a little more centre stage. This makes me excited to see what she will wear next time...also did you see her cute nails? It's a little bit of Zooey's quirkiness shining through..check it out on Instagram!    


Waiting for the Oscars..

Love,
Vxx

NYC

My plans to spend Christmas & New Year in NYC are already underway...can you tell I am already excited?

Love,

Vxx

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All about B..

It's all about new mum Beyonce at the moment. I always love seeing her in high fashion editorial shoots.

How Amazing is this one...

Love,

Vxx

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Mila & Dior..

I love Mila Kunis. I think she is so angelically beautiful. Rosebud lips & button nose. But she appears to have a little spunk which gives her cherub like exterior a little punch. Massive girl crush I know.

I also love Dior.

You would think a Mila/Dior collaboration would be heavenly but they have been a little disappointing. The images seemed a little bland. Don't get me wrong, Mila does look beautiful. And there is a lovely, ethereal cast over the photographs but in comparison to other Dior campaigns (Natalie Portman, Marion Cotillard, Charlize Theron etc) I think it falls a little short.

Nevertheless, it's Dior & Mila! It could be a lot worse than that!

I think this last image is lovely, let's hope Dior decides to use it more!

Love,

Vxx

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Happy New Year xx

I am so glad to be starting another year.

Needless to say, this year is a welcomed kick to start afresh.

New outlooks, new goals & a few thousand resolutions.

Instead of choosing one wild resolution that I never stick to, I have approached the new year with a motivation to enhance my lifestyle and more focused on small self-improvements. 

 

Here are a few I have jotted down:

1. Eat more fresh fruit & veggies.

2. Read more inspiring books.

(Currently: Diane, A Signature Life. By Diane von Furstenberg)

 

3. Drink more water.

4. Blog at least twice a week.

5. Grow herbs on my balcony.

6. Pursue a dream. (I will keep you posted)

7. Host more dinner parties. 

8. Re-create a different cocktail for each dinner party. 

9. Learn how to cook a Moroccan Tagine dish.

10. Take more photos.

Have a wonderful year.

Vxx

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Wish List...

Some new and a few classics for every girl's wish list...

1. Miss Dior Cherie
2. Louis Vuitton Neverfull Rayuer
3. Diptyque Figuier
4. Nars lipstick
5. Essie Bahama Mama
6. Peeptoe Shoes Antique Gold bracelet
7. Christian Louboutin spike heels
8. Manolo Blahnik heels
9. Seven Deadly Sin dessert plates
10. Hermes Medor watch
11. Kate Spade iPhone 4 case
11. Kate Spade 'putting on the ritz' idiom bangle

Merry Christmas!

Vx

Christmas Sweets

Like most, I extremely silly for the festive season.

And with Christmas a short week away, I have decided to throw myself into the spirit.

With my kitchen now fully stocked, I couldn't think of anything better than spending the weekend baking and making cute sweets for Christmas.


Thanks to Cupcakes & Cashmere blog, I decided to bake some cute little snowflake gingerbread cookies. My first time piping with royal icing was a little daunting! I cant say I am completely thrilled with the end product, they could be a little neater. But, thanks so some sparkling, edible glitter they turned out looking a little pretty!

Now all that is left is packaging them in cookie jars, a little celophane and a glittering ribbon.

Vxx



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