primitive abstract ceramic art :: by shino's world

i have been on the hunt for handmade ceramic tumblers for quite some time now. needless to say, i've scoured nearly all of etsy believe it or not. i was delighted to come across shino's world during one of my monotonous searches.

not only does the talented shino create lovely abstract ceramic bowls, mugs and a wide range of other items you might need while eating or drinking but the items that intrigued me the most seemed to be the primitive geometric necklaces that are hand painted. bits of geometry are strung from a simple silk cord.

it's sheer shape invites people to just look upon it and be intrigued by it's quirkiness.

i want one so bad.

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intergalactic imagination and some strange amoebas :: kindah khalidy

kindah khalidy's textiles are just exquisite. they are comprised of feminine whimsy and playful colors. they remind me of an intergalactic adventure or beautiful rendition of what one might see under a microscope while studying strange new life.

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sam is home for tangram

talk about oozing with talent.

i have always admired sam of sam is home. her breathtakingly stark yet lush photographs of everyday life :: people, environments, products, etc. she makes everything look so graceful and intriguing. so i nearly flipped my lid when i saw the new lookbook photos she did for the lovely tangram. the shoot was at tangram creator, paolo's, home - which is so lovely and eclectic that it just adds to the playfulness of her pieces.

sequins, fringe and frocks :: what's inside you s//s 2012

i am so glad i came across jou jou villeroy's s//s 2012 collection of what's inside you because it just oozes picture-perfect femininity. my favorite one is the second pictured :: that green sequins number needs to get on my frame asap. no joke.

photography :: sara mautone
hair :: vanessa favilla
makeup :: marina bernacchioni
model :: guila

check out the entire collection here.

into the woods :: kelly love a//w 2012

kelly love's new a//w 2012 collection has me super-lusting every single piece!! the lines and patterns are so dainty and fun. needless to say, i hope to own the above pieces before fall!

in the depths of the forest a bittersweet tale of love and loss weaves its way into the land.....

into the woods we go......

take a journey into the romantic darkness of the russian woods with rich earthy colours, enticing textures and snippets of folk tales as inspiration.

exotic wildflower prints wash over cotton tensel, boucle wools are adorned with corded lace & piping while the signature sandwashed silk gives the collection a sumptuous feel.

ladylike midi dresses, high waisted cigarette pants, classic blouses and the labels iconic jumpsuits are  constructed from a palette of blood red, nude, french navy and dusty blue.

ready to wear botanicals :: natalia grzybowski's designs

my jaw is on the ground right now.

natalia grzybowski is a rare genius in the fashion world. her new line of patterns and shapes is ::

'an art form within itself, complimenting, without overtly sexualising the female form, using shapes that are simultaneously structured yet soft, mimicking the form of a flower.'

well, natalia if i came across a woman in this, i'd have to strip her bare and make a run for it {garments in hand}.

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it's okay my dear :: s//s 2012

ashley cheeks line, it's okay my dear, is named after a lullaby her mom wrote for her as a child. the song was meant to bring her comfort and love so it's quite appropriate that her collections bring about those same warm, fuzzy and nostalgic feelings.

her new spring//summer 2012 collection reminds me of a mix between sandra dee in gidget and a 40's//50's pinup. quite a mix, eh?!

i am lovin' every bit of this collection! can't wait to get my hands on a piece!

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the perfect summer festival wardrobe:: lonely hearts

i'm not quite sure how to begin this. mainly because i am still completely stunned by this line. lonely hearts that is.

you might be thinking to yourself:: wow. the clothing has a very distinct edginess about it yet hints at some distant or vintage femininity. well, at least that's what captivated me when i first came across their collections. some parts reminded me of 1994's the craft, some parts reminded me of a woman i'd seen in pictures of woodstock in 1969, some parts reminded me of a futuristic, ethereal being that has yet to be discovered.

i think all of these unique parts can be can be identified just by looking at the diverse backgrounds of the design duo that is lonely hearts. that would be helene morris and steve ferguson. forging not only a partnership in the field of fashion but also in their personal lives makes for a very lovely and successful collaboration. 


"established in 2003, the new zealand-based brand combines the pair's backgrounds in fashion and graphic design: steve, an ex-professional snowboarder, brings a street and punk influence which manifests in a body conscious, DIY aesthetic; whereas helene’s more delicate sensibilities draw from a long family history of dressmaking, textiles and an obsession with vintage lingerie."

the label has garnered excitement from the likes of the industry's top marksmen:: wwd, harper's bazaar and i-D. along with developing a resume of devout supporters:: florence welch {florence & the machine, rumi neely {fashion toast} and susie lau {style bubble}.

but what i love most about this label is a bit deeper - beyond the design. it is the fact that they have melded each line with the perfect combinations of art, design and fashion to create a surreal experience for the wearer. for proof, just look at their undeniably quirky fashion week installation or their haunting video presentation.

it's labels like lonely hearts that give the industry integrity as well as a soul.