Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Big love for Karla Deras

I first discovered Karla Deras' blog Karlas Closet whilst browsing through Bloglovin'

I find her style such a refreshing change from all of the mundane fashion blogs out there and got really excited about fashion again once i started reading her blog which is full of colour, inspiration boards and style. She mixes high and low fashion items in a way that makes every piece seem even more exquisite. A lover of vintage and in particular Shareen Vintage in LA (a place which i now HAVE to visit) she is not afraid to wear the same item more than once. 

Karla Deras is officially my new style crush.

Mixing up mens and womenswear, changing daily from smart casual to prom dress girly i love that she isn't afraid to wear and say whatever she wants, a confidence i admire.

And thats not all, her cute pixie crop gives me serious hair envy and makes me want to stop growing my hair, especially now that it is at THAT length, urgh! ...Decisions, decisions. 

At only 21 she has accomplished a lot already, getting recognised for her blogging skills all over the world isn't easy but after 3 years of outfit posts she's done it.

I wish i had the confidence she possesses to wear sky high platforms and a floral floaty number to pick up my weekly shop, unfortunately i don't have the budget or the LA sunshine that she has. So for now i will just have to dream...






LOVE LOVE LOVE this Kate Spade straw bag



"I love girls who dress up like they're going somewhere fancy!"
One of Karla's 'inspiration boards'







ph. all from Karlas Closet

P.s. follow her on twitter @karla_deras and apologies for the very picture heavy post.

xxx



Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Katie Hillier

My Grandmother has aways bought the Telegraph on a Saturday, after reading the magazine inside she then hands it on to us. I always find it a very interesting read for all sorts; culture, lifestyle, fashion and other different art forms. This week as i flicked to the 'Women's Hotlist - The names to watch for the new season' my attention was drawn to Katie Hillier.

After being named as one of the 50 most influential names in British fashion by ELLE magazine in its annual Fashion Power List in 2009, as well as winning Accessory Designer of the Year award at the British Fashion Awards in the same year, its clear she really knows her stuff.

I fell in love with her adorable animal charms that feature on her most recent work for luxury spanish house Loewe seen below. The bags come in two designs with a choice of three colours. With each different colours comes a different animal charm. Red: Snail, Pink: Mouse and blue is her infamous rabbit design.





Learning of Hillier's talents provoked me to research the brand further. The Hillier brand prides itself on its humble paper-clip designs and cute animal doodles. Currently designing jewellery under the brand name Hillier (click here to view their website) i fell even more in love with her bunny designs and cute heart shaped rings. Here are my faves...

18ct gold Bunny earrings with pave diamonds £495 



18ct yellow gold Glowing Heart ring with diamond and fluorescent ceramic £700


18ct yellow gold Bunny ring with pave diamonds £1,500

Sterling Silver Tortoise pendant £295

Sterling Silver Bumblebee pendant £295

18ct yellow gold Hedgehog pendant around £695


The Hillier website also features short animations of their collections, here is my favourite 'City Critters Carnival'


City Critters Carnival from Hillier London on Vimeo.





Enjoy x


Tuesday, August 16, 2011

A glorious Carlow wedding!

Although i promised to blog more my lack of absence has been due to a recent family trip to Dublin. Being half Irish means that we go to the emerald isle about twice a year, and its lovely every time. 

The reason for our visit this year was the same as the reason for our visit last year funnily enough. My cousin, Aedín was getting married to Tim, last year another cousin of mine Cara married Sheldon from London. I haven't seen Aedín for about 6 or 7 years maybe longer; i cant remember the last time i saw her as she now lives in America where Tim is from.

The ceremony was beautiful in Abbeyliex about an hour and a half from Dublin, we stayed in the beautiful Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort in Carlow the surroundings were simply beautiful as was the bride. 

I wasn't able to take many pictures as my camera decided to have a nap just as the proceedings started so i have stolen these pictures from my Aunty Oonagh so that i could share with you the glorious 5 day break we had.

Enjoy x


What I wore: 
Dress: Zara £15.99 (last minute sale bargain!)
Shoes: Asos wedges a couple of years old
Flower fascinator: H&M
Bag: New Look
Beads: Accessorize


The happy couple of last year Sheldon and Cara


The happy couple of this year Tim and Aedín



Bridesmaids and Groomsmen