RIP Marc Jacobs Shoe....

I came home from work on Thursday night and my darling little puppy was so proud of what she had done for the day! As i looked around i could see pink leather shredded on the floor and then i saw it. One half of my favourite Marc Jacobs shoes lying on the floor, heel chewed, leather destroyed. Now these aren't new shoes by any stretch, but you know how when you are desperate and want comfort, these were it. All i could say was, "ohhhh Lily, oh wow....".  

I certainly wont be leaving my shoes around in future....

And, here is a close up for the full extent of the damage. Yikes.....

And here is the gem after such a hard day!!! Lucky she is so damn cute :) 

Beautiful lampshades

Isn't that lampshade spectacular in this room. 

My gribe with Sydney, is the lack of unique lampshades and why i turn to my favourite Anthropologie for inspiration. I actually do adore that chair aswell, bold yet timeless, interesting yet classic. How sweet are the silk 3-D flowers on this Ibbie Shade, has the potential to be tacky but i love it here!!!  

Here are a few more lampshades to give me my lampshade fix.

Lampshades to me are like cushions, when you change them and swap them around they have such an impact but are so cost effective and long living. 

{Note to self, i MUST stock gorgeous lampshades, not boring ones i see everywhere} 

Kellie xx

Source: Anthropologie

Kirrily, Jayson & a bit of Romance

Ok, so there is only today and tomorrow left of Australian Fashion week, please forgive my repetitiveness in my posts. It's just that there have been so many lovely finds i cant resist sharing them with everyone! And last night and today, 3 more of my most favourite designers showed their new creations. And impress they did!

Quirkiness and prettiness at its best by Romance was Born...

I don't think i have ever seen a Jayson Brunsdon collection that i have not adored. Jayson does structured pieces so well that still ooze femininity and softness through the choice of fabric and elegant details.

I particularly love how well these designs are cut and the neutral tones. Each design is so simple but undeniably beautiful. Typical of Kirrily Johnston.

Source: Vogue

More things French!

In between looking at clothes, keeping up with my "other life" and enjoying the company of my husband and dog Lily, I am busy scouting the world looking for gorgeous things for the home. I don't even know how i came across these cushions but i think they are just divine. How gorgeous are the shapes, colours and prints?

Source: Ma Mamie Hippie

More from Australian Fashion Week. So what if i like clothes...

So... Maybe it's Rosemount Australian Fashion Week, and maybe i do like a piece of clothing or two. But what i do love is long things- dresses or skirts. Yeah, i know i'm tall but skirts and dresses that are long (whether you are having a skinny or not so skinny day), always make me feel good. For all those petite women out there, let me enjoy this one. I can't wear a fabulous mini as it look like a top i should be teaming up with a lovely pair of jeans...

If i wasn't so utterly amazed and inspired by the divine Aurelio Costarella label I could be very jealous that i was never blessed with this kind of talent... Instead i will just watch and enjoy it :)

Last season i bought this amazing long, silk Scanlan and Theodore skirt, whilst it looks like i don't own anything else in my wardrobe because i wear it so much i adore it and frankly i don't care. I always feel elegant and pretty regardless if i'm going to the shops with Mum or dinner with the girls. 

I was looking through Vogue after a somewhat "interesting" day at work and things seem much brighter! Lots of long skirts and dresses featured for the 2009/10 season..... Ah spring time, please come soon....

Hmmm... Nicola Finetti. May i glam up please???

Marnie Skillings in colour... I love this kind of thing. Just like my favourite Scanlan Theodore skirt, i can potter in the markets in something like this or wear it out with a nice pair of heels!

Black is always fabulous, especially when it is soft and elegant with an accentuation on shape and femininity. Oh yeah, and of course it from the spring/summer range from the talented Marnie Skillings. 

Recession. What recession????????

Source: Vogue 

Beautiful art with paper

As i am sure you already noticed, i do love a flower or two. These paper flowers by french artist Lyndie Dourthe are not only ridiculously clever, they are so elegant and petite.

I particularly love the paper mobile (bottom left image), it is incredibly delicate. Honestly, the talented people like this out there amaze and inspire me!

I hope to make contact with Lyndie and bring these to my store. I adore how unique, soft and feminine these designs are. I'll let you know how that goes! Kellie xx

The Itsy Bitsy Details

I was playing around with my new camera and favourite painting. I love the light of the candle in these shots. Look at the detail, the paint and use of paper is so beautiful. I have had this painting for years and absolutely adore it. It was the gift from someone very special.

Amazing Rugs by Easton Pearson

I have always adored Easton Pearson and their beautiful designs (my husband, well, not so much - at least the price anyway) but it cannot be denied they are just divine. I was so delighted when i came across the rugs they created for Designer Rugs. I think what i was most impressed with was their commitment and truth to their unique style and design. They continue with their incredible use of colour, detail and beauty.

Source: Designer Rugs, Vogue