Great knit finds on Etsy

I need a new throw for my bed/couch and have always wanted a big chunky knit.  So while browsing one of my all-time favourite sites Etsy, I came across this wonderful store called Loopy Mango.  For all you crafty knitters out there, this could be your next project or just buy one for $242 US.  Not bad really.  This website continues to inspire me with lots of creative ideas!

Photo - Etsy.com

Mission Bay - Mission to Style

I felt very privileged to be asked to style the models for the Servilles Hair on Ice Show in Mission Bay, Auckland last weekend.  With only a four day turnaround and nine models to dress, it was going to be tricky.  I managed to find some great pieces from New Zealand label Sissy and items from Ponsonby Road store Evolution.  The weather wasn't too kind on Sunday night but the skaters dealt to the weather and pulled off a great show.

Photos by Stella Jones

 Clothing featured above by Sissy

Tassels - you can always find something to do with them!

It's the colours that draw me to these tassels.  The Africans absolutely hit the nail on the head when it comes to use of bold colours in their ornate clothing and accessories.  I could see a lot of uses for these little guys and also just for decorative use around the home.  Check out www.silkroadtribal.com to order.

My styling project with DJ Natty Headlock

I am very excited to be working with the beautiful Natalia aka Natty Headlock.  I've always loved the thought of fashion styling so when she asked me to work with her I was stoked.   I'm looking forward to spending some more time with Natty at the weekend to add my creative spin to her already unique look.  After a wardrobe review last week, and some time spent researching pieces that will work with her lifestyle, image and bodyshape, we are set for shopping in Newmarket this Saturday!

Watch this space for some snap shots of how we get on.

The Sunglasses Shop for great online deals

Sunglass buying has always been quite a task for me (a bit like bra shopping!).  I try on so many pairs as there are so many styles, shapes and coloured frames.  My favourite pair I recently lost after wearing them paddle boarding and then falling off my board!  They were from Kookai and although not an overly expensive pair at $150, they were really different in that they were an earthy apricot frame with gold embellishments on the arms.  Coincidentally not long after losing these, The Sunglasses Shop based out of Australia asked if I would like to review a pair of their sunnies from the SXUC range - of course I said yes.

SXUC - Aviator Gold

The Sunglasses Shop operates online only and sells a variety of well known quality brands such as Ray Bay, Police, Oakley, and luxury brands such as Ralph, Gucci, Tom Ford and Chloe to rattle off a few!  With same-day shipping and competitive on-line pricing it's no wonder that Sunglasses Shop is now the UK’s largest online retailer of sunglasses.   The pair I chose to review were aviators-style with a gold frame which fit my face well, they don't however come in a case.

Ladi6 tattoos and lace

I want to post this image of Ladi6 as I think it is just so cool - her sunnies, tattoo, lace top and just the photo itself... makes me want to get a tat actually!  I heard her play in Melbourne last year alongside Aloe Blacc, Scratch 22 and the Australian Youth Orchestra - it was outstanding!

Image: bandcamp.com

Just looove interiors...this is one of many interior images I've saved away and includes the bright and funky cushions from Bonnie and Neil which I have posted about before.  We have just painted our lounge room walls Alabaster White - makes the space so much more lighter brighter and bigger!

image: TheDesignFiles