The Sart

A new addition to the large collection of my Sartorialist favourites. There's absolutely not one thing wrong with her outfit. The brilliant precision of her coat, the to-die-for beige platforms, the shiny leggings (YES!) and her fantastically tousled hair makes me wish I could wake up and be this lovely lady, everyday.

The American Apparel Wishlist 2.0

As the temperature rises (alright more like crawling terribly slowly), there's nothing more I'd like to wear day and night than the Tri-Blend Light Weight Raglan Pullover in Tri-Indigo (take note of the capital letters, it's just that great. This little number feels quite frankly like second-skin and I could see myself wearing this all wear round. Alas, the piggy-bank did not permit its purchase, but with the birthday coming up, I'm hoping for an in-flow of cash.
Also, the brilliant shiny leggings in Black Night Fever and Black Eel (again).

Androgyny at it's Best

Erin Wasson x RVCA
Must have slouchy tees, boyfriend blazer in black and combat boots.
Thanks.

Charlotte Ronson

With a lacking in the Self-Inspiration department (wow it took me two tries to spell inspiration correctly), I turned to Ms. Ronson to help me out of my drab black and white phase. Neutrals, pretty silks and of course florals always have me floored. Nautical stripes and sheer blouses have also caught my eye. What I also love about this collection are the sleek silhouettes, the gorgeous ankle strap platform, a dark solid background for light prints and undeniably, the wearability of this colletion.
I also love the ethereal hippy-vibe of the last model. Can I be you?

Home Bound

As I prepare to head home in two months time (oh the excitement!!!), I'm looking for a pair of platforms/wedges which I can wear day and night (since back home it's almost impossible to wear anything besides sandals). Though it would be great if someone would hand me $600 to buy these Christrian Louboutin wedges, I'll take the cheap route for now and perhaps purchase these cheap-os at Forever21. I do feel that painting the heel white would make it look better. We've got to make the most of what we have. Damn.

Marni SS09

Marni's SS09 collection stole my heart. By piling up on the polka-dots, stripes, florals and geometric prints, Consuelo Castiglioni proves to us that it's okay to be eclectic. Actually, it's more than okay to be eclectic; it's gorgeous to be eclectic. The collection combines all of spring's current trends - sorbet colours, florals, african prints, platforms and statement jewellery - and leaves me wanting for more. The sorbet colours and florals cater to girls; big statement jewellery and chunky platforms cater to women. Pencil skirts are no longer black only - Castiglioni invites stripes and floral prints to make the pencil skirt less of a stricly-office wear and more of a daily wear. This collection has truly captured the little girl in all our hearts, sometimes with Lolita-esque knee high socks and sometimes with strawberry ice-cream pink.

And what's most important, is that rather than focusing on the negative economic situation through the use of dramatic structure and dark colours, Marni's SS09 collection lets us know that we've got to put the past behind us and boldy look towards what the future has to offer to us. In our big bad striped skirts and platforms.

Take Me Out

Currently Coveting The Ultimate Little Black Dress.

Enter Oscar De La Renta.

A Passing Feeling

Catherine Holstein's brilliance makes me giddy. It gives me immense pleasure to know that nude and white and blue nautical stripes look in sync with honey golden (cool speak for bright yellow). After purchasing THE American Apparel Skirt, my mind went on a lockdown. I couldn't think of ways to recreate my skirt and usually opted for a black top (bubblebee-esque) when headed out. But now I know that my options are ultimately limitless. Because, Catherine Holstein's mash-up of colours showed me that you'll never know what actually looks good unless you try it, and sometimes, you've just got to take a damn risk.

Nude is a great colour because, nude = earth-tone = can be worn with virtually anything.

(images from style.com)