JILL STUART RESORT 2013

photos: style.com

Jill a tout compris! En vacances, on ne veut que du blanc, et du fleuri!

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This collection is perfection - on holiday, we only want whites and florals! Jill, you understand me. (us?)

WWD JAPAN x GARANCE

photo: garancedoré

I LOVE this cover of the Japanese WWD, illustration curtesy of Garance Doré.

Here is one of mine I did a few years ago. 

I used to walk around everyday with a little sketch pad and a black ink pen, and doodle whenever the inspiration struck. I have to say I do miss it, I've been experimenting with a few Apps on the iPad, and if I end up doing something half decent I'll show you!

LE DOS

photo: columbinesmille

Some days, nothing is more alluring than a bare back, barely shrouded by barely-there silk chiffon.

SAINT-LAURENT PARIS

Vous avez surement tous entendu la nouvelle, sous la direction artistique de Hedi Slimane, Yves Saint-Laurent deviendra désormais Saint-Laurent Paris. D'après l'entrevue donnée à WWD, le changement serait inspiré du premier prêt-à-porté lancé par YSL en 1966: Saint-Laurent Rive Gauche. Quant au logo aux fameux initiales - il reste. C'est un peu triste, mais un peu (très!) excitant également. On parle de Hedi Slimane, après tout.

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You've probably all heard by now, under Hedi Slimane's artistic direction, Yves Saint-Laurent will become henceforth Saint-Laurent Paris. According to the interview given to WWD, this change is inspired by the first RTW launched by YSL in 1966 called "Saint-Laurent Rive Gauche". As for the iconic monogramed logo - it stays. Personally I find this slightly sad and a whole bunch exciting! I mean come on, how much wrong can Hedi Slimane do?

MY NEW BABY

It's just me and my Ficus Microcarpa. 
I've retired the sneakers! as you can see, not really because my foot feels better but rather because Saturday marked my 4th week of recovery - really stupid of me, I know..

THESE SHOES

photo: carolinesmode | Balenciaga "tube sandal" SS2011

Are to die for.

MONTRÉAL

photo by moi

NOT THE GOLDEN GATES, BUT...

Boatneck Zara, Jeans Gap, Mocassins Minnetonka, Bag Vintage Lancel

I never got around to posting these shots from a while ago. Montreal sure looks small from 1500 feet. This ride made me miss New York (you photogenic bitch!) so much.

STELLA RESORT

photos: garancedoré

photos: fashionologie

Oui, oui, oui!

H&M x MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA

photo: stylebykling

Okay, so how genius are the H&M collabs? Next up: MMM. The collection will comprise of a women's AND a men's capsules - read all here.

IN BLOOM

photos: editer

Click here to see how to make these beauteous arrangements, at home, in 10 minutes. Luis da Silva (from award-winning florist McQueens, London) really lets the blooms speak for themselves.

JUNE LUST LIST

Ladies and gents (hi boyfriend!), meet June's (and the first) Lust List, a monthly concoction of daydream pieces and affordable pick-me-ups.  For June;

x L'Occitane's Hand Cream. Love this shiz, love its packaging too.

x APC "we do our part" sweatshirt.

x J.Crew polka dot pencil skirt.

x Stella McCartney plexi two-toned satin sandals.

x Van Cleef and Arpels clover studs.

CALL ME MAYBE?

SO FUN.

THE FUTURE IS NEAR

Need I say more? 

FLY ME TO MOLDOVA

photos: thegoldendiamonds

Do I have any readers from Romania or Moldova? I live for feminine silhouettes and luscious silk like these, from the latest collaboration between the clothing line Moja and blogger Doina Ciobanu. If you do happen to be within the purchasing eligibility vicinity, click them home here.

"FASHION FRUIT"

photo: sarahillenberger

THANK GOODNESS FOR ZARA

photo: zara

These above looks are the carbon reflection of my present inner desires...Monochromy and an Alt-esque jacket, pulled back hair and minimal makeup. #summerisfinallyhere.

KSUBI

photos: modaoperandi | collage: parmoi

How gooood are these latest Ksubi shades? I would need to try these on first but I'm dyyying for a pair...I'm currently on a spending budget and I'll be pretty maxed out of it by getting these but it's sooo worth it. No?
Get them at M'O.

PERFECTION

photo: vanessajackman

I love the timeless elegance that is exuded by this homonymic (her name is Elena) inspiration's attire, and her delicate gait caused by the constraint of a pencil skirt, and her grasp on her trenchcoat #itsallinthedeets.

LIME RICE

I recently discovered this easy peasy (30 mins!) recipe which puts a nice twist on your average rice side dish. Honestly guys, you will not be able to go back.

photo: ricardocuisine

LIME RICE

Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice

1 tbsp oil

3 cups chicken broth

2 tbsp honey

grated zest of 1 lime

1 tbsp lime juice

2 green onions, chopped

salt & peppa.

Preparation

In a saucepan, sauté the rice in the oil for about 2 mins, without browning.

Add the broth, honey and lime zest. 

Season with salt & peppa.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, stir, and cover.

Cook for 15 to 20 mins or until rice is tender.

Add the lime juice and green onions, and adjust the seasoning.

recipe from ricardocuisine

A LITTLE BIT OF INSPO...AKA I'M A HORRIBLE BLOGGER

Oy oy oy.... In my defense, I suffered a severe (read: minor) injury to my foot requiring minimal blogging (read: walking) and the wear of an orthotic boot for 4 weeks! Add that to a slightly hectic new job (read: INSANE) and 6pm summer course? Cut me some slaaaack. (please?) No but on a more serious note, I really have to get my game together and stop with these impromptu hiatuses..right? Here's a little quick something to munch on while I dust off my keyboard. I promise I will blog so much that your eyeballs will fall out.

 photo: emsedge

photo: northernlight

 photo: editer

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photo: jak&jil

photo: northernlight