it's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas

I'm in (hopefully) sunny NZ for Christmas this year, but even if there's no white Christmas on the cards for you, here's hoping it'll be a wonderful one nonetheless.

And don't forget to remind your significant others - a little blue box goes a long way towards feeling Christmassy! there's just enough time to get there before Christmas!

Merry Christmas one and all!

hello kitty...

I'm been a fan of local design talent Max Tan for some time now... but was still blown away when I saw the pictures from his recent campaign! It's no surprise he's been recently featured in Vogue Paris' blog no less! I couldn't be more excited for him!

If you'd like to check out Max's new collection, it's available at Parco Next Next at Millenia walk. In the meantime, here are some images from the current collection...

wishlist - etsy edition

Etsy seller Woodland Belle does lovely nature inspired accessories... perfect for your inner faun. I'm really loving these twig hairpins (above) which come in 4 different finishes, including a (faux)moss covered one!

And for those of you with black thumbs like me, there's the super cute (and incredibly realistic!) succulents ring... no watering required. :) It's a bit late for Christmas shipping now, but there's always next year....

newfound obsession

I'm very late to the game on this, but have recently been completely enthralled by Asos. I'd previously never quite warmed to their site mostly because of the sheer amount of stuff they feature - it's a bit like the H&M at Oxford St. for me... so much stuff I just can't quite wrap my head around it all and end up walking out empty handed.

My recent foray though has unearthed this beauty....


beautiful washed leather at an amazing price and on sale to boot! If I hadn't just bought 2 Dunlin bags, this would be winging it's way to me right now. In case you're tempted, Asos is doing free international shipping at the moment so grab it while you can!

my wallet is shaking in fear

The Dunlin e-store has finally launched! While not as swish as their normal website, it does mean that you can now order their beautiful bags while sitting at your computer in your pyjamas. :) And to make things that little bit better, they're also offering 10% off (code: 7538) until next Friday (17 Dec). So if you have something you always wanted to get and you don't live anywhere near one of their stockists, now's your chance!

the end of an era

It's a little hard to say this, but I'm finally giving up on a dream. Granted the dream was only to own those incredibly cool Ann D. laced up booties, but still....

First I missed them when Ann D. did them a year (maybe more now?) ago, then I managed to find them online at Saks, but have been waiting all this time for them to go on sale. Sadly, this particular pair hasn't gone on sale (everything else has though if you're looking out for some Ann D. goodness) and now my size is gone too. They've still got a 37.5 but at full price and almost US$1k, it seems a bit much to swallow. I've just resigned myself to the fact that it's just not meant to be. *sniff*

I might have a moment of silence though....

grab it quick!

One of my favourite jewellery designers is having a pre-Christmas sale! 25% off everything in her store (code:'HAPPYHOLIDAYS2010') - so don't say I never share my secrets. Abigail doesn't have many sales so this is a great chance to grab something for that special someone for Christmas. Even better, if you buy during this sale, she's guaranteed that the items will arrive in time for christmas. Even if you're overseas!

Everything is hand made personally by Abigail and she is an absolute sweetheart so you should really head on over to the sale as quickly as you can. The offer runs til midnight on Sunday (think this is midnight GMT) but don't leave things too late!