School Boy Shorts and Ballet Slippers

The combination of simple but quirky elements usually creates the most charming outfits. Childlike, feminine elements like a sky blue one piece and classic pink ballet slippers contrast endearingly with schoolboy shorts and a tactile fur cardy. Perfect for the weather warming up! Although right now I'd probably toss in some tights with this lot.

Clockwise: Lover Ginsberg Shorts, Lover Halter One piece, 3.1 Phillip Lim Wave Placket Relaxed Cardigan in rabbit fur, Acne Position Ballet Flat

Source: La Garconne

5/09/09: Net-A-Porter Gilt

Sometimes the perfect thing to visually indulge in on a saturday morning is something that will inspire you for the impending night. I don't know about you, but sequins, black, gold and leather always gets me in the mood for some revellery.

Ps: Isn't that ace YSL necklace the perfect way to flash the iconic (and heavenly) logo with class.

Clockwise: 3.1 Phillip Lim Sequin T-shirt, Chloe Lena brocade bag, Vanessa Bruno Suede Leggings, Lanvin Metallic Leather sandals, YSL Glass Bead necklace.
Source: Net-A-Porter

18/08/09: Alexa

Sorry about the delay in posts - I have had supremely epic techno-karma! My deceptively angelic kitten/gremlin chewed through ANOTHER macbook charger so poor laptop has been dead as a doornail.

To improve the mood, here are some shots of Alexa looking great - as usual. This shows the worlds still in balance.

I am totally yearning for a stripey cardigan; nautical, preppy, frenchy etc. And the white dress is perfectly childlike, innocent and ladylike - yet somehow totally badass. Love the studded belt. Man I need to learn to wear dresses.

Left: in Alexander Wang, Chanel and Marni. Right: in Opening Ceremony

This is the best I have ever seen an all-buttoned-up shirt. Mostly because of the wider collar (making it look more relaxed) and the killer studs. It's Phillip Lim, and I want.

At the Cinema Society Screening of Inglorious Bastards

Source: The Fashion Spot

28/06/09: Net-A-Porter

Dark and interesting never fails. Soft fur and rough leather in semi-primal finishes work so well with feminine lace and cool metals. And that owl clutch as just awesome.

Clockwise: 3.1 Philip Lim Leather Flight jacket, Stella McCartney Lauren Whistling bra, Donna Karen Shearling Reversible Vest, Balmain Triple Strand belt, Chloe Elsie lurex shoulder bag, Judith Leiber Owl crystal-embellished clutch.

Source: Net-A-Porter

Resort 2010: 3.1 Phillip Lim

Love the mash-up of black and white lace, and gold embellishment. Crazy awesome textures and patterns (which themselves have a modern look - refreshing when it comes to lace).

As you know, I'm obsessed with dressing up grey marl pieces at the moment - so am loving the sweater teamed with pants that look like liquid gold.

Source: Style.com

02/04/09: Net-a-Porter

Love a good palette of creams and nudes - subtly contrasted with some soft brown. And love any Proenza Schouler PS1. I need. For uni of course.

Clockwise:  Maje Genepi silk jumpsuit, Proenza Schouler PS1 Large suede satchel, Chloe Oversized silk shirt, Proenza Schouler PS1 Large crocodile satchel, 3.1 Phillip Lim Asymmetric frogged waistcoat, Chloe Mousseline lame shirt, Maje Kaolin cotton-blend jacket.    

Source: Net-a-Porter

Net-A-Porter: Stella, Alex & Friends

I die for all of this. I can think of a million amazing combinations of these - would never be at a loss of what to wear out. Sequins, zips, lace, suede, cashmere, blazers. Heaven.

Clockwise: Stella McCartney Oversized silk jacket, Derek Lam A-line cashmere tank, 3.1 Philip Lim Sleeveless sequined tuxedo, Maje Suede harem pants, Alexander Wang Zip embellished skinny jeans, Stella McCartney Degrade sequin leggings, Alexander wang Lace denim slim fit pants,      

Source: Net-A-Porter