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For The Girl That Doesn't Like Jewelry...

For The Girl That Doesn’t Like Jewelry…

For those that prefer dainty jewelry that packs a punch without being too in your face, head to Catbird. This Brooklyn hotspot is the ultimate shopping destination for cute, ‘naked’ jewellery. Even if you normally gravitate towards statement pieces, you will be desperate to purchase  as many mismatched studs as possible (even if your ears aren’t pierced). The Ballerina Bracelet is one of my…

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Products to Try: Bumble & Bumble Invisible Oil Range

Products to Try: Bumble & Bumble Invisible Oil Range

Another slew of hair products to add to your list: Bumble & Bumble’s Invisible Oil range. The combo of the shampoo, conditioner and oil results in the silkiest, softest strands you could ever imagine. So much so, that all my interactions today have started with “touch my hair.” Yes. 

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The Updated Striped Shirt

The Updated Striped Shirt

Oh, Cos… Thank god you are finally situated in NYC. They really know how to make amazingly simple and high quality clothes. For example! I have a great navy and white classic striped Breton shirt, with a little edge. The side seams have been slightly tailored to wrap round the front of the shirt, and this slight subversion adds the most interesting element to the final look. I know I will…

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Sharp Suiting

I love it when a woman wears a pantsuit. I think it looks unbelievably cool, and surprisingly feminine. Every time there is a major award ceremony happening, I hope that one of the prominent female figures is sporting something sleek and tailored instead of a classic mermaid gown. Sonia by Sonia Rykiel’s Pre-Fall ’15 collection includes one navy tuxedo suit look that I am entirely obsessed…

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Lackluster Response to Birdman

Lackluster Response to Birdman

I have a confession.  I didn’t really like Birdman.  I thought it was cool, and interesting in concept, but couldn’t get through the whole film. The acting was great, and I loved how it appeared to be filmed in one round, but I just wasn’t invested enough to get to the end. Perhaps wait till it comes out on iTunes… 

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Film to Watch: American Sniper

Film to Watch: American Sniper

What an incredible movie.  DEFINITELY worth a watch.  Chris Kyle, ‘the deadliest American sniper’, is given a true homage with this phenomenal movie directed by Clint Eastwood.  Bradley Cooper is a true chameleon, morphing into this role unbelievably naturally, becoming Texas-proud shooter who fights for his country (and suffers the emotional repercussions of war when back on home soil). Ho…

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Beanie Madness

I love a good slouchy beanie.  I have a grey one from Everlane that I wear almost daily when it is cold out, but after seeing Max Mara’s Pre-Fall ’15 collection, I am lusting after a bright red one. They look great with a casual coat or more formal outerwear, and add a jovial nod to any look. Time to add to the collection…

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Notable Mention: Martin Schoeller

Notable Mention: Martin Schoeller

Last month, as I was walking around downtown galleries, I stumbled upon the work of photographer Martin Schoeller.    It was one of those bizarre scenarios when you recognize everything in front of you but never figured out the connecting dots between the respective pieces.   Schoeller is known for his hyper detailed close-up portraits, and uses this treatment regardless of the subject’s…

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A Softer Side of Kim

A Softer Side of Kim

Normally, Kimmy K’s editorials are not considered elegant (um, Paper magazine anyone?)… But I am loving her spread in this month’s Australian Vogue. Say what you will about her style (onscreen and off), she is a beautiful woman, and this shoot finally showcases her natural looks. I for one, love seeing the softer side of this social media sensation.

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The Tea Dress

 I love a good tea dress.  I think they look so effortlessly glam– perfect to throw on during the spring and summer. I am in love with Gucci’s Pre-Fall ’15 one! How gorgeous?? The green and pink color combo makes me think of me and my sister– our favorite shades in the world– and I think the silhouette is stunning. Going to try and find a budget version…

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Show to Watch: Veep

Show to Watch: Veep

I have recently become obsessed with Veep, and literally won’t shut up about how hilarious it is to anyone who will listen to me. The banter is SO GOOD, and this is one of those tv shows that you can put on at any time (no matter how foul your mood is), and have a smile instantly be brought upon your face. Gary is just the best.  I will never get bored of this show!

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Product to Try: Mac Viva Glam IV

Product to Try: Mac Viva Glam IV

So, Maya inadvertently revealed her best kept beauty secret of all time to me.  While we were getting ready for Christmas dinner in Thailand, I saw her reach for one of the Mac Viva Glam lipsticks, and was shocked by the color choice– a slightly iridescent raisin color. Definitely not what my sister would normally go for in a lip product. However, once applied, it gave the healthiest ‘your…

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Exhibit to See: Cubism at The Met

Having studied Art History at university, I have spent a fair amount of time trying to wrap my head around Cubism.  I go through phases of hating it for all the headaches it induces, and then deeply admiring it for all the amazing complexities depicted. I think that one of the key features in understanding Cubism is a fantastically curated exhibition– The Met has done a fucking phenomenal job. 

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