In The Schedule

Is it me, or does everyone feel like the pace is picking up just a tad as we head into Christmas holidays?  Schools out, sun is out, people are out and about... it's time to take it easy with a drink in hand and see what this week's digital offerings bring us... here are some links I stumbled upon -

+ Okay, this is me under the shade, definitely with a glass of red (or maybe white)... I've just come out of the pool (where I was trying to look ever so cool!) and can sit down to brunch (except I'd have my plate filled).  I love this image of Elise Crombez by photographer Annemarieke van Drimmelen for Vogue Netherlands, an editorial of Resort wear in a relaxed, country setting.  More images at FGR.

+ You can always spot a Roversi fashion editorial; the romantic soft colours, the moody background, the dreamy, otherworldy aesthetic and the slowly exposed subject in motion; here Paolo Roversi talks about his art, self and his connection with favourite muse Guinivere van Seemus spanning 20 years.  Via here.

+ Now this caught my eye... A Century of Conde Nast Photographers book- with vintage images from Vogue contributing photographers from the 20's through to current times.  Blumenfeld, Rawlings, Arbus are only some of the photographers included in this beautiful coffee table book.  More images via Vogue.

+  Before I read about this video, I instantly thought of Michelle Pfeiffer in The Fabulous Baker Boys when I saw this clip of Kate Bosworth singing Winter Wonderland for Topshop... and that's exactly what director Michael Polish wanted to do - emulate the sultry scene where Michelle sings atop the piano in the 1989 movie.  Very cool... I think I have the original vinyl soundtrack somewhere at home!  Take a look at the video here.

+ Another book for your Christmas list, this time an up close and personal look at Alexander McQueen backstage, in the atelier, at photo shoots and during shows spanning over 13 years.  Photographer Anne Denieu captured many rare moments of McQueen at work, in his thoughts, with his creations in this book titled 'Love Looks Not With The Eyes'... A stunning and evocative Christmas gift for any fashion fan.  More images via here.

+  Everything small is big again... and Louis Vuittons new 'minis' are no exception.  The range of mini sized classic handbags are the perfect brightly hued, chic accessory for about town.  I'll have a mini Speedy Bandouliere like the one Elin Kling wears on her bike thanks... maybe in a shade of crimson, perfect for summer.  Watch the short film here.

+ I love this idea of turning a gentleman's club on its head (kinda literally with the image above!)  In London last month, fashion house, Miu Miu opened up a 3 day pop up Ladies club event - yep, that's ladies only!  Held at the re-opened Cafe Royal there was talks, a curated shopping experience, screenings of Miu Miu's films 'The Womens Tales, a personalized menu to choose from and limited edition products for sale from collaborators Stephen Jones, (see the display of headpieces above) and Vivienne Westwood, which raised funds for cancer support and environmental charities.  The perfect witty, irreverant, whimsical take on fashion clad ladies who 'love to exert control in constructing and playing with their identity' -  now, if only they'd bring it around to my part of the world!  More details here.

LtoR - Roland Mouret via Style.com , Gucci via TheSartorialist, Etro Necklace via Netaporter, Lanvin via Style.com, Bounkit studs via 30PonteV

And finally, if you're wondering what to colour fill your wardrobe and home with next year... Pantone have announced that the colour of the year, 2013, is ... Emerald Green.  Personally I love emerald green- it suits my complexion perfectly and brings out the amber in my eyes - in fact I believe that there only 2 colours that truly suit everybody's complexion and green is one of them, (yellow is another!).  Try it, and you'll see (perhaps not a dark green, maybe sage is more you, or mint, or celery, or lime...) but in any case, grab those palm fronds for the vase, a bunch of moss from outside for your beautifully styled vignette or some ivy for the centrepiece, an emerald coloured stone for your jewellery and some luscious bottle green for your leather clutch... because everyone will be 'green with envy' once they see your new updated style!  Via Fashionista here.


Hoping you're out and about and enjoying a lovely weekend with some last minute christmas cheer...x

In The Schedule

Another week over and another fashion week comes to and end... but if you've missed anything don't  forget London Fashion week starts today - I trust there will be something there to tickle your fancy...

+  And speaking of tickling your fancy, an extravagant editorial featuring actress Jennifer Lawrence in the pages of WMag by one of my favourite photographers Tim Walker.  Feathers, tulle, embroidery and birds...

+ A short film by Chanel as an homage to Irwin Blumenfeld for their new release Rouge Allure range via Vogue fr here.

+  Take a look inside the design eye of Sydney's Pamela Makin and you will find bold graphic lines, contrasting palettes and tactile objects that have a rich patina-ed history from all corners of the world.  Featured in the latest issue of Est Magazine (here); you can also check out her website Les Interieurs.  Its a beautiful world!

+  I have a confession to make, I do own a little Bulgari... but if I could possibly add to it with a little something from these archived pieces... like say, that clutch on the bottom right?  (I'm not even going to ask for those emerald earrings attached to Liz Taylor!)    Pretty please... Take a look at more baubles here via The Coveteur.

+  I love the look of this latest Laduree offering in all it's whimsy and colour.  The perfect marriage of macaroons and the house of Lanvin - via DailyMail.

+  But if you can't get your hands on that box of goodies, I found this absolutely sweet macaroon hideaway in Melbourne!  Isn't that just so much easier?... mmmm I'm heading into the city this weekend and I think I  should visit La Belle Miette to check out their range of delicacies!

+  To all the mums.. if you're not partial to gender specific pinks and blues,  I found this range of unisex kids clothing so sweet - it's got a cool 60's feel that I really like!  Via ESPN here.  Isn't this guy so cute... just like a really young Alain Delon?  

+ To the travellers out there, if you're looking for a guide to Paris to keep with you on your trip to City of Lights and Lovers, then you must add this book My Little Paris to packing list for your travels, found via Bobochic here.  Gorgeous illustrations, the latest venues you must visit, maps of arrondisements and where to shop within them, oh a great video on how the idea came about - very cute.

+  And finally, just because you can't get front row at those pesky fashion shows now running, this is for you - UK label Topshop, has come up with this great way to integrate consumer, viewer, fan, budding designer into their upcoming London Show with customizing a live streaming of their show.  You can pick the colour of the outfit before it comes down - don't know how that's going to work but it says heaps about getting the customer involved and offering a new way of looking at fashion in these days of easily logging on and purchasing on-line without any interaction or much interest! What do you think?  (via Fashionologie).

Have a wonderful weekend everyone, let's keep those heels clicking down the runway this weekend! x