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Ferse Verse Goodness

I cannot believe this week is nearly over. I have been crazy busy with an exciting new project I am going launch soon (but more about that later)
In a quest to find simple design that would sooth my eyes and mind, I discovered this cute little online store Frese Verse. They are based in Hong Kong and list only beautifully curated pieces that fit within their ethos of “respecting vintage designs because of their ever-lasting aesthetic and cultural values”.

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See more lovely things at Frese Verse

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Kate Moss in the Ritz Paris

The sheer sophistication and elegance of the Ritz in Paris is legendary – the perfect setting for a breathtaking look at the latest haute couture as worn by Kate Moss (and photographed for Vogue by Tim Walker)
Have a look at the Vogue website for more of the shoot.

Thanks to the lovely Romy from Riya Bella Vintage Blog for the original link I saw.

I think my favourite gown is the Giamattista Valli (photo where Kate Moss is precariously balanced on a mantelpiece).
The description from the Vogue website is so appropriate: “Giambattista Valli sent out a cinched draped-shoulder goddess dress in ‘a color so deep, so intense, you can almost smell it—like bougainvillea on the Mediterranean coast’.”

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All photos are from the Vogue website and are photographed by Tim Walker.

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A quick snap shot

I am currently doing some research for a new jewelry line I am making. Lucky for me I get to trawl through tons of incredible photos of all my favourite old “Big Screen” movie stars (hard work, really!)
Amongst the gems I have collected on my Vintage board on Pinterest I rediscovered this gorgeous photo – I adore Audrey’s effortless elegance, even when touching up her makeup.

Audrey Hepburn

Photo found here

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Hand drawn handbags

Some may say I have a small handbag problem, but I disagree. After all I did clear out a bunch of old forgotten bags not that long ago – surely that means I have space for some new guys?

Jump from Paper
Jump from Paper
Jump from Paper
Jump from Paper
Jump from Paper
Jump from Paper

Thanks to my stylish sister, Alison, for feeding my handbag habit. I now HAVE to get my paws on a one of these fabulous Jump From Paper bags.To quote the creators: “Jump From Paper™ is a playful and innovative line of handbags. Cartoon-like outlines, bright and vibrant colors will be sure to turn heads and be the talk of the town. Are they real? Yes they’re real”

Now to choose a style…I cant decide which one I like the most… which one would you get?

All photos are from Jump From Paper

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Such Prettiness

The Red Valentino Fall 2012 collection is so fabulous. I simply couldn’t decide which outfit I loved the most, so I posted all of them. Enjoy and be sure to check out the Red Valentino website for more gorgeous outfits.

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All photos of Red Valentino from Style.com

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Make your own glittered brogues

Make Your Own Glittered Brogues
Make your own glittered brogues
Make your own glittered brogues

Being very inspired by Jenni from I Spy DIY’s gorgeously glittery brogues, I decided to try the task out for my self. WOW – the final result is so cute and so easy. I now have a gorgeous pair of unique pale pink brogues ready to dance the night away in. Very pretty and sparkly – what more could a girl want? Here is how I did it:

Making your own glittered brogues
1. Supplies you will need: A tub of Podge (sometimes called Mod Podge), glitter, a cheap paintbrush and a suitable pair of shoes.
2. As the shoe have very clearly marked out “areas” of stitching / layers of leather I decided not to mask any of the shoe off, but if you are nervous of messing you could use some masking tape to protect the parts you don’t want glittered. Then paint a consistent layer of Podge over the entire area you wanted glittered.
3. While the Podge is still tacky, sprinkle the glitter on. I was quite generous with the amount I sprinkled on at first. Remember to do this over a bowl to catch all the glitter that falls off. Once the glitter layer is dry you can give the shoe another coat of Podge and another dusting of glitter. This should help fill any little gaps you see peeping through the glitter. I did two layers of glitter and then painted two more plain layers of Podge over that (remember to wait for it to dry between layers) This should protect the glitter from any light scuffing etc.
4. Hey presto, your magical dancing shoes are done! Enjoy them.

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Pretty Hair Clips

Going through old photos on my camera, I stumbled upon this shot I took of a parcel that arrived from Nadia of Cupcake Couture at the end of last year. I had ordered a bunch of clips to give as Christmas gifts to the girls in my family. Aren’t they just so pretty?
I must admit that I landed up giving away only two and hogging the other two for myself.

I love Clips
Photo taken by PrettyPretty
Clips made by Nadia of Cupcake Couture

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Bunny Ears

As promised, here is my new Rabito iPhone cover. Aren’t the bunny ears just adorable? It also comes with a fluffy tail which you can use to prop your phone up with, but it looks very VERY cheesy, even I can’t bear to leave it attached.
You can buy similar covers here

Bunny ears

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Weekend Prettiness

Magpie Must Haves

This past weekend was an excellent shopping weekend. I wasn’t planning on it, it just happened. The best part of it was that none of my purchases where over R130! Now that is perfection.

1. The pink suede brogues are from Mr Price, aren’t they adorable? Alexis bought himself a similar pair from the men’s range, only his are a manly grey colour… very smart.

2. The glamorous heart shaped rose print earrings are also from Mr Price. You can always rely on Mr Price’s accessory range to cheer you up with something pretty and inexpensive.

3. Finally the scarf is from Old Khaki. Alexis bought it for me (isnt he a sweetie?) I love LOVE the blue link pattern on it and its so soft and gorgeous. What a pity its been so terribly hot, I am dying to wear it.

I also bought the silliest cover for my iPhone. It is white and has the cutest bunny ears. Okay, it is perhaps a little embarrassing, but it makes me smile and has made me fall in love with my old 3Gs all over again (constantly coveting hubby’s new iPhone is getting boring). Promise to post a pic of it later.

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Dear Santa (part 1)

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Dear Santa

Dear Father Christmas,

I have been a relatively good girl this year.

Please can I have the following essential items for Christmas:

1. Kitty Bag

2. en&is Megaphone (in black please)

3. Flock & Herds Napkin Rings (all of them please)

4. Baby Kitten Ring

Taa muchly

Jo

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Hello Sailor

This summer is going to be a gorgeous one (even if it starts off a little white and anemic). Unfortunately my swimming atire is going to have to retire this year. It simply wont do anymore! Sorry trusty bikini, your Hawaiian inspired embroidery is looking a little ho-hum.

Summer 2011 is going to be all about endless sun drenched afternoons spent gracing the deck of a sail boat, with nothing but the salty smell of the ocean air and endless ice cold jugs of Pimms for distraction.

Okay – I am not quite going to make it onboard a yacht cruising the Mediterranean, but I can just about smell the ocean from my house (or is that the harbor?) and as for the Pimms, well this I can definitely do!

Thankfully, aspiring to live the highlife can, of course, be enhanced with the right apparel. This year there are such adorable swimsuits out there (hopefully we will see similar in SA), I just need to get my hands one! Perhaps a gorgeous vintage inspired bather or a suitably sailor’ish two piece. I can just picture it, languishing under a huge brolly, wearing an enormously oversized straw hat, sipping a Pimms and reading a good book.

Summer, please come and stay!

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1. Skipper Bikini from Fables By Barrie
2. Je t’aime poster by Andrei D. Robu
3. Pinup Couture Bettie Blue Patent Platforms
4. Lexi Blue with White Lace and Red Bows Retro Bikini from Fables By Barrie
5. Heart Umbrella
6. Charles by Charles David
7. Toile de Jouy One piece Ruffled Swimsuit from Fables By Barrie
8. Beach sign (found on Tumblr)
9. Vintage Sailor Illustration by B.Dolwick

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Papa Stour

I am very surprised I haven’t put up something from Papa Stour already, they have been a favorite bookmark of mine for sometime. I love attention to detail and there is plenty to pick from here.

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This beautiful scarf has a really lovely bird detail and is made from Harris Tweed.

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this corsage is made from 100% felted lambs wool and is intricately detailed.

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This is my all time favorite piece, a silver bangle lined with brilliant red felt and an exquisite leaf detail. Truly divine!

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