Birthday Wishlist

I love lists, especially of things I want - although my normal lists are usually just of the millions of things I have to do, they are still satisfying to cross off). Upcoming 21st birthday (one week! Psyched) has seen me thinking of what I'd like - I always hate having a birthday at this time of year, as stock in stores is just old winter things (of which I have usually bought what I liked already) but summer isn't in yet. So whenever asked "Emma what do you want! Just tell me!" all I can answer is "umm I don't know? sorry.." V frustrating for all parties involved. 

When it comes to birthdays, as usual I have a "Realistic" wishlist and an "Ohmygod In My DREAMS" list.

REALISTIC

Clockwise:

Karen Walker "Helter Skelters" - have loved these since they first came out, so have laybyed as a birthday present to myself. Excellent. 

Karen Walker "Leaf Pendant"- this is quite meaningful, as (I think) the leaves look like gumleaves. And as I grew up in Australia I find these quite touching and special.

Floral Dr Martens - I am a fiend of both Docs and the classic liberty-esque floral, therefore I NEED these.

Ksubi "Aras" in Seventies Tortoiseshell - well I did need these, but recent post-hairchop trying on at Superette revealed they tragically don't suit me anymore. Lack of hair means they swamp and overwhelm me. I did shed a tear, not gonna lie.

Rayban "Clubmasters" - Thank god I still suit (and covet) these.

Victor & Rolf Flowerbomb - I go into an olfactory trance every time I walk into Karen Walker. Pure heaven.

Converse Black Leather Hightops - I know everyone and their dog has these, but I love them. And I only like chucks in white on white or black on black. These would so go everywhere with me.

Deadly Ponies "Mr Flower Pouch" - One of my all time fave Deadly Pony bags, soft slouchy buttery perfection.

Dior "Pure Poison" - simply intoxicating. And, as I am shallow, love the bottle.

And...

EMMA YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING

Clockwise: 

Karen Walker "Cigarette Butt Charm" - I have lusted after this FOR-EV-ER. Best charm ever ohmygod but this will never happen :( sigh.

Karen Walker "Oval Chequerboard Cocktail Ring" - likewise this, have loved since I was way back in high school. It is quite possible one of the most perfect cocktail rings - and uber wearable on a daily basis (as opposed to the intense knuckle dusters I also covet)

Stella McCartney "Wooden Platform Boots" - words can not describe. These are the ultimate.

Karen Walker "Owl Ring" - This little dude is too cute, and super symbolic/meaningful as my late grandmother collected little owls statues (I'm lucky enough to have some of her collection - they are insane)

Alexander Wang "Oversized Metallic Sweater Dress" - I am a massive fan of big ovesized tees/sweaters (comfort/body hiding/warm/etc) and this is possible the godfather of all.

Sources: Style.com, Net-a-porter, Karen Walker Jewelry, Karen Walker Eyewear,

20/04/09: Mary Kate

This girl is a constant source of inspiration. Love the big creamy patterned shirt with dirty old black boots. And Im sure those are a pair of my beloved RayBan Clubmasters.

Source: Olsen Files

MK

Oh wow. This has to be one the best bags ever. And I so need to get real Rayban Clubmasters (wear my seedy copies enough to justify real ones).

Source: Olsen Files

Red Bricks

White tank, denim cutoffs, studded belt, Raybans = always works. Foolproof.

Source: Fashion Toast

Karen Walker Eyewear: Fall 09

The new Karen Walker Eyewear collection for Fall 09 has just come out and is up on their website - but a few days ago I found (and fell in love with) this pair in tortoiseshell in a shop in Ponsonby...

... I love the retro quality, and the metal details - I'm somewhat over all the big heavy frames (lately I've been thrashing my faux-clubmasters - so much so that I think I'll invest in a real pair). They just seem a bit more interesting and refined.

The rest of the eyewear is great too - lots of black, tortoiseshell and metal details (veering away somewhat from the candy brights of the past few collections. And I love the use of the vampire teeth in the shots!

Source: Karen Walker Eyewear

Clubmaster

In a previous post about my love for the Ray-Ban Clubmaster. 

A few weeks ago I tried a pair on at Sunglass Hut (fell in love) but I can't justify spending over $200 on sunglasses that have nose hooks (not sure of their proper name, but they are the sticking out bits that rest on your nose... And get caught in your hair and mess it up when you put them on your head! Je deteste!) and that will probably be getting ripped off by every chain store in a matter of months. The Le Specs pair I tried just didn't look right, but then a few days ago I found this pair at Equip in the mall when I was at work! $20 and they look fab! Have been LIVING in them... Maybe that is a good reason to buy originals?

Ray ban: Clubmasters

Ray Ban have relaunched their iconic Clubmasters... I am sooo wanting a pair of these (love the gold detailing, and the contrast between the thick tip and the then frame edge). They have a gorgeous retro shape without going too far. 

Since the Wayfarer (and clones) are everywhere (and on ever fourteen year old this side of the Bombay Hills).. These are definately a good alternative. Le Specs do a similiar version of these, but the shape and proportions are just all wrong.

Def think I will be investing in a pair of these.

And as far as names go, what could beat "Clubmaster"!