Perhaps, because it was so windy...

Quite, out yesterday...

City/Financial Guy into Peircing...

Italian Fashionistas...

Hipster jumper for layering and Cocooning...

Thank you Janice of I Love Tee who sent me this lnvely, cozy, cool jumper and when my friend Ale came to visit, she could not resist it. She had to borrow it and since it suited her style...

The Artist, Nurse Ratched...

Love the coat meanwhile an artist who uses found objects to make her art... Above two signs that came from a mentel institution but I wondered if its cheating to find elements for a work at expensive antique markets?

Living Black Friday in Style: Holiday Handmade Gift Ideas

After the bliss of a wonderful Thanksgiving Day, I just couldn't bring myself to want to chase after any Black Friday bargains. It use to be that shopping was such a joy, but I find it is so hectic dealing with the mundane aspects of shopping. Things like parking, long lines, and cranky people.  My mom phoned to tell me that people were camped outside shopping malls to get deals! Literally, those people can't be happy campers. What happens when you're like me on Black Friday? You start to make plans to give gifts from the heart. I'll admit being a new mom factors into the difficulty of enjoying shopping, but I'm looking forward to taking a chance and giving something homemade. To start with these tags might just help anyone giving homemade gifts...

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Idea No. 1: Give the gift of photos.

So many times, a picture is taken, but it isn't shared except on Facebook. Why not take the time to print something out and frame it? Think big! Why not? 

Idea No. 2: Make some art! 

It doesn't have to be about real skill, but about concept. Dabble a few colors together, scan it into your computer and add a favorite quote.

Idea No. 3: Make a Playlist

My last bit of advice is to make a playlist. Music really goes far! 

At the end of the day, you'll not only avoid the headache of holiday shopping but you'll feel quite accomplished! And you'll have time to finally spend with the dog!

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Happy Thanksgiving

Thanks to everyone that has stopped by and said hello! May your day of Thanks be blessed with joy, peace, and lots of good food!

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Déjà vu...

I can imagine David Lauren cruising the Blogosphere for references, seeing this and thinking "Can't make this up... W could shoot this in Little Italy along that leaning wall of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral on Prince. Not exactly the same but just as iconic, it felt as if I had seen this image many times before?Digital Déjà vu? Meanwhile, what ever happened to David's Swing magazine? I used to love that publication.

Small & Quaint Living

I spotted this lovely little Toronto bungalow on a walk this morning. I love the beautiful soft green wood shutters, flower box, and harvest wreath. It goes to prove you don't need much, but you must love what you have!

On Motherhood

Elizabeth Gilbert wrote in Eat Pray Love that she never dreamed of being a mother. In fact, she had a box hidden under her bed that was filled with maps, collected National Geographic articles, and clippings from the NYT Travel section. I could related. I have a serious case of wander-lust, too. It began in my teen years when my family traveled constently and peaked in my late twenties when I traveled across Europe, on a solo trek, hitting all the places that I had ever dreamt of seeing. However, unlike Gilbert, I also wanted to have a child. To say the least, since I became a mother in August, I've had this one scene in particular haunt me...the scene in Eat Pray Love where Gilbert watches the new mother trying to be it all, party host, wife, friend, while breastmilk leaked out through her cocktail dress. It was a moment that Gilbert wanted to escape from. Shortly afterward, Gilbert called it quits on her marriage and left the country in a blaze.  That scene always left me wondering...had I also fallen prey to convention?

Last night, I was tested. I met up with another new mother and we sat down to have coffee for a couple of hours. The feat itself felt strangely tremendous. I was exhausted from mixing up our meet-up location, pushing a stroller, and then the icing on the cake...my beautiful little girl pooped on me in public! I'm a tough girl so I found it funny and let it go. By the end of our time, I was soaked in baby spit-up, poop, and my breastmilk had accidentally leaked out while feeding and soaked my shirt. This was a first, I'm sure, in many messy times to come. My friend said to me, "Welcome to Motherhood."

The truth is that as much I awaited that fate of being like that new mom in Gilbert's book and not having the choice to escape it, I found myself strangely embracing it all. I don't need a walk down a Parisian street to feel free. I actually want ties. I want to be connected to friends, family, and that might include getting pooped on from time to time. Even now, listening to the laughter of my daughter, I find all the gratitude that I am lucky enough to be living this life. In a few years, I can't wait to hold my daughter's hand as we cross a bridge over the Seine River or toss coins into a water fountain in Rome.

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Out Last Night...

The MARY KATRANTZOU Q&A in Soho...

Greek fashionista's in London...

Meanwhile, as I love colour and prints I'm looking forward to attending the MARY KATRANTZOU in Soho...

My Heart Laid Bare

Could I have picked a more silly blog post title? Sure, but it does capture the essence of this post. My blog has been so focused on design and style that I've let some heart slip. I'm ready to start showing my blog roots. I plan on sharing more on the people, place, and things that inspired me, and  I can't wait to share more on the things that are affecting my life. It is the week of gratitude and my heart is so open, laid bare, and thankful for the chance to share! 

 

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Fall Collection - Part 1

Hello dearies,

All stocks are limited and some are imported from Korea, superb quality. But they're worth every cent. Trust me! =)

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*Imported from Korea*

Leopard Knitted Slouchy Sweater

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Berry Pink

Close up

Light Nutmeg

Side

Back

Close up

Leopard Knitted Slouchy Sweater comes in:

Berry Pink (Last Piece!)

Light Nutmeg (Last Piece!)

Size

Free Size (Fits UK4 - UK12)

Measurement

Length: 19.5"

Shoulders: 27.5"

Sleeves: 13.5"

Pit to Pit: 24.5"

Waist: 22"

Description

Quality knitwear.

Imported from Korea.

Leopard print in fall colors.

RM65

*Exclusively imported from Korea, worth every penny*

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*Imported from Korea*

Leopard Cut-out Shoulders Slouchy Top

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Berry Wine

Side

Close up on print

Back

Cool Grey

Close up on print

Jet Black

Close up on print

Leopard Cut-out Shoulders Slouchy Top comes in:

Berry Wine (Last Piece!)

Cool Grey (Last Piece!)

Jet Black (Last Piece!)

Size

Free Size (Fits UK4 - UK12)

Measurement

Length: 18"

Shoulders: 22"

Sleeves: 20.5"

Pit to Pit: 28"

Waist: 25.5'

Description

Made of quality cotton.

Imported from Korea.

Cut-out animal print on shoulders.

Batwing sleeves.

Uneven hem.

RM80

*Exclusively imported from Korea, worth every penny*

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Peterpan Collar Striped Top

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Nutmeg

Peterpan collar

Navy

Back

Peterpan Collar Striped Top comes in:

Nutmeg (All Sold Out)

Navy (Last Piece!)

Might be restockable.

Size

Free Size (Fits UK4 - UK10)

Measurement

Length: 25.5"

Pit to Pit: 17"

Waist: 19"

Description

Made of sheer chiffon.

Peterpan collar.

Stripe design.

RM49

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Wide-Striped Long Cardigan

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Navy

Side

Front pockets

Back

Black

Grey

Wide-Striped Long Cardigan comes in:

Navy (Last Piece!)

Black (Last Piece!)

Grey (Last Piece!)

Restockable.

Size

Free Size (Fits UK4 - UK12)

Measurement

Length: 30.5"

Shoulders: 14.5"

Sleeves: 22.5"

Pit to Pit: 16.5"

Description

Made of sheer chiffon.

Peterpan collar.

Stripe design.

RM55

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Polka Dot Contrast Shirt Blouse

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Nude Pink

Back

Light Grey

Polka Dot Contrast Shirt Blouse comes in:

Nude Pink (Last Piece!)

Light Grey (Last Piece!)

Might be restockable.

Size

Free Size (Fits UK4 - UK10)

Measurement

Length: 25.5"

Shoulders: 14"

Sleeves: 23.5"

Pit to Pit: 19"

Waist: 20.5"

Description

Made of comfy cotton.

Polka dot contrast collar, front pockets and cuffs.

Button-down shirt blouse.

RM55

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