Designer Highlight - Orla Kiely

I know the Orla Kiely SS10 collection has been covered to death already. But I couldn't help but include it here as well as my blog is, if nothing else, my on-line scrapbook. Clean, simple with vintage-inspired details, I really would like any piece from this collection. I think they are designer pieces worth acquiring as they could very easily be worn into AW10, so guilt-free maximum cost-per-wear!

Bold Lips for Fall

I have mentioned already my current obsession with red lips and nails. My previous buys were more of an orange-red shade, so I decided to invest in a pink-red shade as a cooler alternative.

I chose the new Chanel Coco range in the colour Byzantin to roughly compliment my Lotus Red Chanel nail polish, as worn in my last post.

Bold lips are a look I really love so I was pleased to see it showing as a major trend on the AW 10 runways...

Title and above four images shamelessly taken from DailyCandy

Top left: Jenni Kayne

Top right: Vena Cava

Bottom left: Karen Walker

Bottom right: Donna Karan

Going to the Cinema

Last night I went to see the long-awaited Alice in Wonderland. My first cinematic 3D experience, it was thoroughly enjoyable. I particularly loved the arrogant Queen with her heart shaped lipstick and the blue butterfly at the end which I really did think was fluttering right in front of me, as well as the overall dark Tim Burton slant on a childhood classic.

When I go to the cinema I like to be cosy and comfy, so this vintage cape seemed to be the perfect cover up. And my camera settings and editing give an appropriate gothic edge I think, to the pictures I took just before I headed out.

Vintage black & plum wool cape ❖ Urban Buzz Stockholm silk top ❖ H&M shorts ❖ Tabio tights ❖ black patent gladiator sandals ❖ Chanel handbag ❖ Cartier watch ❖ Ragtrader at Etsy rings

PS. Thanks for all the breakfast suggestions in yesterday's post, I can't wait to try some of them!

Top 5 - Breakfasts

A simple cappuccino

Fruit toast from M&S

Yoghurt and muesli

Strawberries, apple, granola and yoghurt

Pastries

What is your favourite breakfast?

Tassels & Polka Dots

Top Shop tunic/dress/top ❖ H&M black tee ❖ Tabio tights ❖ Blue Inc black suede look flats

Welcome to the newest addition to my shoe collection. As much as I love heels, there are days and events when comfortable shoes are the order of the day. Not to compromise on style, I adore the little bronze tassels on these flats from Blue Inc. They are so reasonably priced, I am considering another pair in tan. Worn here with an incredibly short dress/top/tunic, I couldn't resist the polka dots and ruffles and worn with ultra thick 110 dernier tights, it is still a length I feel comfortable in.

Q & A #2

Yesterday I was interviewed by Lauren at Glossary. Not only am I amazed to be among the company of previous interviewees Elsa Billgren and Mademoiselle Robot but also delighted to find a new great blog to read. Please check it out and see for yourself!

This led me to think of having a new button on my right panel created for Questions & Answers. I know a few bloggers did this last year and I thought maybe it was time to put myself out there also - so please feel free to ask me anything you may (or may not) want to know and I'll create a new category to present these and questions answered from previous interviews over the next week or so.

Also I wanted to thank everyone who voted for me at The Lovelies. Sadly I didn't win (I'm not the best at self-promotion) but it was great to be included and I was very grateful for the votes I received.

Shell Pink

Shell pink... neither pink, beige or cream but a beautiful pastel hue that is a combination of all three. Delighted I was to find not only a dress but also some of-the-moment platform shoes to compliment it with.

I bought the dress a couple of weeks ago where it has hung ever since on my bedroom wall while I deliberated over whether or not to keep it. It reminded me a little too much of that TBA dress, which in truth I would have preferred had it not been for the significant price difference.

But the cute details won me over - the black collar, delicate covered buttons running down the back... and it's beautiful pastel colour of course.

I had planned on taking some photographs outside, the light is so much better. But due to a typical British downpour, I had to make do with my bedroom and the beautiful sounds of Serge Gainsbourg for company.

Top Shop dress & platform shoes ❖ Tabio heart tights ❖ Ragtrader at Etsy rings ❖ Astley Clarke ear-rings

Designer Highlight - Miu Miu

Miu Miu is one of my absolute favourite labels and these images I have fallen in love with completely. The super-long hair and platform shoes are my current obsessions. My hair is quite long already, almost waist-length, although admittedly it is in need of a good cut. And I have just purchased these Top Shop platforms. But the overall look and style of this collection is to die for and is going to be a major source of inspiration to me over the coming months.

Tour of the Universe

I mentioned in my last post that I had visited London last weekend. This was to see Depeche Mode play at the O2, the performance that was cancelled last year due to the lead singer's ill health. I wish I was able to review the performance to the standard of Robyn but all I can say is that they were absolutely amazing. Without doubt my favourite band, this was well worth the wait. Listening to the fantastic acoustics in the O2, the mesmerising voice of Dave Gahan gave me goose-bumps. This is a band so slick and professional, listening to them sing live was better than any of their pre-recorded performances. I was so glad I had the opportunity to see them.

I'm not one to buy merchandise usually but this tee shirt caught my eye as a great memento of a great night.

I have been nominated over at The Lovelies, please vote for me! I have been short-listed in the Top Five - if you haven't already voted for me I would appreciate your vote!