February 18 2015
bassike sale
One of my favourite local Australian fashion brands Bassike is having a big sale – not to be missed if your lucky enough to be in town!
February 17 2015
ilse crawford for ikea collab collection
Ilse Crawford is one of my design heroes, known for work through her design and interior architecture firm Studio Ilse, she was the launch Editor of Magazine Elle Decoration UK, and has released 3 books and more, she is always at the forefront of design and design thinking, a true inspiration. It’s a smart move that […]
February 16 2015
blue – new from dinosaur designs
Design Duo Stephan Ormandy and Louise Olsen of Dinosaur Designs have launched Blue their latest collection and it is an awesome exploration in all shades of the hue that is blue. Available in their signature home wares and jewellery the collection is a bold statement in my (second) favourite colour. Inspired by the many colours of […]
February 13 2015
love star – candy hearts
Lovestar have added some more love to their collection with the new arrival of The Candy heart collection. Known for their signature (awesome) heart shape vases, which are all painstakingly hand made in Australia by the team at Lovestar – Helen, her Husband Chris and her Father in law. Im loving these new arrivals. The vases […]
February 12 2015
loving all things leather for the home
Currently I am loving all things leather for the home – my favourite shade is tan leather. It’s timeless, robust and soft and has a touch of everyday luxury. I love it in all forms whether furniture or decorative – here are a few current favourites… Toro Chair from Bludot Australia or Bludot USA – a […]
February 11 2015
persol origional folding sunglasses
Im totally loving these Persol PO714’s The original folding edition frames that Hollywood Legend Steve McQueen (one of my all time favourite style icons) wore in the film The Thomas Crown Affair, was created in 1963. The first of its kind that could be folded in four to fit into the breast pocket of a […]
February 10 2015
12 great valentines presents
Valentines day to some is a little cheesy but here’s 12 great gift ideas for all the lovers. Say I love you to your loved ones everyday not just on Valentines Day. Sparkling Moet Rose I Love Linen cushion, Haighs Milk Chocolate Heart West Elm Brass Love Object Lovestar Vase, Kikki K cardFarmgate Cheese Luxury Hamper, Selfie […]
February 9 2015
tienko
I just discovered Tienko thanks to one of my trusty assistants, a brand new business (their website launched just last week) Tienko offer and affordable (handmade) accessory stand in a number of different finishes and colours ( of course I am loving the yellow one) with a strong scandi influence the stands are functional and […]
February 6 2015
melbourne travel diary
There is always so much to see, do and eat here In Melbourne! Here’s a few more highlights! Melbourne’s Best Rug store Loom Rugs Super Cool home wares stores House of Orange and Safari Living and Breakfast at Fifty Acres You gotta love Melbourne (remember I grew up here!)
February 6 2015
DIY extreme knitting from little dandelion
I have long admired and I am lucky to own the work of Jacqueline Fink of Little Dandelion A crafter of over scaled (chunky) textiles, extreme knitter and a strong advocate for all things handmade. She has recently launched the tools on her site for you to do it yourself, available are the yarn and over-sized […]
February 5 2015
melbourne travel diary
Breakfast at old favourite Batch Espresso The Olsen Hotel part of the Art Series Hotels A little Window shopping at Jardan Richmond Showroom and Jean Paul Gaultier Exhibition at The NGV
February 4 2015
gardener & marks now open
Today I happened to be in Melbourne for the first day of new store Gardner & Marks (formally Empire Vintage) a new look and beginning and a partnership between Lynda Gardener and Amanda Henderson – Marks. The shop is filled with a moody/earthy mix of new and vintage and with a good pop of colour. […]
February 3 2015
melbourne travel diary
I love coming Home to visit Melbourne, I’m actually here rather often for work and play. Here are a few Melbourne Favourites Luna Park St Kilda Shopping at Scout House and coffee from Wall Two 80
February 3 2015
tropical vibes from new zealand
I never tire of a tropical motif or living everyday like your on holidays (at least in your mindset) I just discovered Kanuka from New Zealand. Their collection is all stripes, banana and palm prints which I of course love, think tropical holidays, fruity pastels and coconuts too! Click here to view the entire collection and […]
February 2 2015
storage sorted
Ok I know it’s only Monday but this is my find of the week spotted in store at Small Spaces This awesome storage system by Sagitine is not only practical but rather easy on the eye – has storage ever looked this good?! I think it’s the perfect storage for any room. I’m already dreaming […]
January 30 2015
12 great cocktail accessories
My all time favourite cocktail is definitely a Gin & Tonic (closely followed by a Cosmopolitan) but I’m currently rather partial to a Margarita I guess it only seems fitting in the Summer months right?! – so cheers to this weeks Edit! 12 Great Cocktails Accessories. I have searched high and low and so here’s […]
January 29 2015
heidi klum intimates launch
Ok Im lucky to be invited to some pretty cool events and to meet some awesome people. It’s not often I go to a launch for intimates but I wasn’t going to pass up the opportunity to meet Heidi Klum. She was in town ( at Icebergs Dining room) to launch her collection with Bendon […]
January 28 2015
ue megaboom speaker
Recently I attended the launch of the UE MegaBoom Speaker. As a stylist I work from multiple locations, from home, in photographic studios and on location, so a portable speaker comes in very handy. The MegaBoom speaker is awesome with quality sound ( it can play rather lot if you want it to) and total […]
January 27 2015
flamingo merchant bondi
One of my favourite local small businesses is Flamingo Merchant A colourful store filled with a collection of fashions and items for the home. The store feels like a collection of colours, patterns and texture with touches of tropical and tribal vibes. Flamingo Merchant Shop 1 284 Bondi Road Bondi Follow them on Instagram here […]
January 23 2015
open for inspection
Recently I hosted an open for Inspection event with Claire Bradley editor of Inside Out Magazine a day where the pages of the magazine come to life with a visit to a home featured in the magazine. The Bondi home of Belinda Everingham of Bondi Wash was brought to to life for a day with the open for […]