2NE1 Dara dons Undercut Hair style

I've done a sundry of things with my hair good & bad but an undercut has never been one of them, I've always wanted to do it! so I encouraged my sister to do it instead since I felt it would suit her better, she has softer features than I have! The outcome.. was RAD! I love her hair.  Hmm maybe I'll share a pic of her haircut on here.  

On topic, the transformational lady above Dara of 2NE1 happens to have a new hair cut too for their new upcoming album, the teaser photo of Dara's undercut looks super edgy and gorgeous, along with the tasty matching gold accessories which look versace like. I'm looking forward to zeroing in on 2NE1's new album performance and style. 

2NE1  I LOVE YOU MV (DARA)

Pamper or Prey ? Studded Glitter Sneaker

I'm super thrilled to find the nearest thing to the Miu Miu glitter studded sneaker. This was just what I was howling out for and I've found my prey! So glitter-heads is it pamper or prey ? 

Amara Baobab scented candle : Review

Good candles... really, really GOOD candles... are just the cat's pyjamas. They need to be functional, soothing and it helps if they look aesthetically appealing. I use to think most candles are of all relatively the same quality, until I was prone to headaches from the overpowering synthetic scented candles, I wasn't aware that the wrong candle could be toxic, if they weren't 100% pure. 

    

I have been given the opportunity to put the Baobab Madagascar Vanilla, one of Amara's most luxury candle brand to the test!

How is the packaging & aesthetics of the candle? 

For a luxury brand I expected good packaging and appearance, once I opened my package, I was able to see a beautiful black textured elegant sturdy box shown above in the photo. Making for an ideal wedding or birthday gift. The monochrome label around the box clues you as to what's inside.

The candle itself was larger than expected, it came in a hand-blown glass vase providing a telling high finish, with a monochrome printed ribbon and tag.

What did my candle smell like?

The scent description for Boaobab Madagascar Vanilla is as follows:

Its pure white wax and beautifully sweet scent. Inspired by Madagascar, or the 'big island' in the Indian Ocean, which is the largest producer of vanilla beans in the world. Madagascar bourbon vanilla is considered the highest quality, it has a creamy sweet smooth and mellow flavour which gives a tropical aroma, with the exotic scent of Frangipani tree held down by the base notes of Sandalwood. 

Immediately without the candle lit I was happy with the scent, it's pretty much everything you could want out of a great vanilla bean. It was creamy smooth authentic and comforting. The strength scent was just right, not too overpowering but pretty good for the size of the container. Best of all I had no headache !

How did my candle burn?

First of all I was happy to see 4 wicks on this candle for even burning. This was a relatively slow-burning candle, which I really appreciated. Longer for me to enjoy the scent! I didn't see any smokey black soot nor was there any around my candle rim when lit for less than 3 hour periods. A clean burning candle to say the least! Approx 60 hours of burn time.

Would I buy Baobab scented candle on a regular basis ? I would like to.. but it is a luxury range, though makes for a perfect gift for a friend or family or why not the occasional treat for yourself, I know I could get use to it! 

Graduate Fashion Week 2012

Uni classes came and went, with all the toils and spoils, congratulations! are now due to all the graduates and furthermore to the crème de la crème at 2012’s Graduate Fashion Gala Show. Have a little look... at the young, exciting and the creative.

XIAOPING HUANG

Particularly feeling the use of eye-wear complimenting the exuberant three-dimensional accordion pleats, they sort of remind me of a jack-in-the-box. Actually haven't seen a jack-in-the-box in yonks! okay back on topic. Xiaoping Huang was handed the Zandra Rhodes Catwalk Textiles Award, for her creative planetary pleats. 

CLAIRE ACTON

My general favourite collection included this one, how clever are these hair fringes framing the printed pop art like giant faces. The rad hair theme works really well and LOVE the giant perspex hair clip necklace and the mini hair clips, certainly a statement accessory. I so want this! 

YVONNE KWOK

My eyes drew straight to this pastel palette collection and for the corseted ruffle silhouette crop jackets. The lightweight floaty structured pieces with opulent details, looks delightful feminine and quirky.

AMELIA SMITH

Russian dolls in all it's monochrome and gold glory, marched there way donning fur cossack hats with prints depicting the red square architecture, exuding a ceaseless charm, thus creating the ultra metallic matryoshka decadence. It comes by no thunderbolt that this collection was deservedly nominated for the Zandra Rhodes textile award.

CHARLI COHEN

These headpieces really stand out with the yellow accents of colour and bold CC logos, generating a Sport Lux sportswear line for women. Inspired by Olympics weight training, Charli Cohen harmonises her time between being a personal trainer as well as a sportswear designer, becoming the best motivator for a little workout or sports, in high-fashion functional exercise garments. 

And so, class of 2012 bravo! you have begun to blaze your own trails. The world is waiting for you! 

Snapshots No. 10 Grass is always greener

I like the feeling of bare feet on freshly mowed grass, provided that it's clean enough! Fresh lush cut grass smells nostalgic like a sunny weekend, it defines tennis at Wimbledon or the idyllic childhood. So I guess why not have that feeling anywhere and anytime!?

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Grassy by GLUSH clutch bags at 3939

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Growing jewellery ring by Hafsteinn Juliusson 

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Grass Skateboard  by Arthur King 

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Grass blade bookmarks by Yuri Liku 

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Where the green grass grows flip flops by Hyock Kwon 

{Runway} Prada AW 12

okay I had this post sitting in my draft folder for weeks ! I had forgot to post this. Perfect for the non-productive day I'm having and by mere coincidence Prada's brand new fall campaign is here showing the geometric printed suit's in all its glory. I'm particularly digging the dip dye hair against the flared crop pants and rubber footwear. 

Featuring model beauties Iselin Steiro, Elza Luijendijk, Vanessa Axente and Madison Headrick

Campaign was shot by photographer Steven Meisel

Music Monday: Euro 2012 Playlist

Euro 96 was my earliest football memory, World Cup 98 was my first momentous world cup and from then on truly, I was hooked. I super embraced it, the national teams..players..anthems, the joyous atmosphere the anticipation that only occurs during the tournament itself. I always create a music playlist for every tournament to gear me up for the games, this playlist for Euro 2012 is a mix of the nostalgic songs that remind me of all things football. 

Photo Courtesy of AFP 

If you are watching Euro 2012, who are you supporting ?

TRACKLIST

01 The Rockafeller Skank - Fat Boy Slim
02 Endless Summer - Oceana
03 Carnaval De Paris - Dario G
04 Rude Boy Rock - Lionrock
05 Samba De Janeiro - Bellini
06 Seven Nation Army - The White Stripes
07 Bohemian Like You - The Dandy Warhols
08 Un Dos Tres - DJ Kalu
09 Bodyrock - Moby
10 Fuego - Bomba Estereo
11 Bamboleo - Gypsy Kings
12 Kids - MGMT
13 Helele - Velile & Safri Duo
14 Football Gladiators - Rafa Marco & Wisplay
15 Pavane - Gabriel Fauré

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U.K Online Fashion Shops

It's been long overdue since I last updated a list of E shops, this instalment of Link Love is staying right here in the U.K  - Why? because all four web-shops are based in the U.K. I'm always on the look see for new and undiscovered on-line stores, sometimes it's preferable if the stores are U.K based saving me mintage on the delivery costs.  

YAYER

The name of the store is Yayer for hells yes! for it's eclectic mix of vintage and modern pieces. There items sell out extremely quick, they currently have free shipping until midnight. I'd make the most of it!

ROCK N ROSE

Rock N Rose a British vintage inspired jewellery brand. Pretty impressed with the design and quality of their product, they usually keep up to date with the latest edgy styles. 

Rock ‘N Rose was officially established in the North East in 2007. Today, the girls spend their time visiting vintage shops and working out of their Yarm studio - where they design, source and rework by hand with a small team of amazing girls.

JUNK&DISORDERLY

An independent big cartel store ran by Josie, providing rad hand finished friendship bracelets, from frenemies spiked bracelet to a friend crush embellished bracelet. Proving that friendship bracelets aren't just for kids any-more.

STUDDED & STONED

Labels stocked at this Brit boutique come from all across the globe, including Mawi, Leviticus, Erin Wasson and Bjorg to name but a few, also featuring an original and unusual selection of young and established designers and designs from the UK. 

G Dragon Dinosaur Earrings

Catch these Dinosaur earrings on G-Dragon, they look like the herbivore kind, not a T. Rex or it could munch up the ear lobe and more ;) I know what to do with unwanted toys now! a DIY inspiration.

You can get the similar look at alteregojewelery by Erika Walton for only $25. Hand-made in LA. Recycled vintage toys comes in an assortment of your choice of Dinosaur, Rawr!