My favourites from NYFW FW 2015: Adam Lippes, Isa Arfen, The Row, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Prabal Gurung and Vera Wang

It has been forever since I trawled the internet to see what has been happening on the catwalk (other than a select few favourite designers), but I realized that as time-consuming as it was, I missed doing so.  It has been even longer since I've posted my 'curated picks' of my favourite pieces from favourite shows, so I thought, better late than ever (and for my own reference later on)...

Here were some favourites from NYFW FW'15:

Adam Lippes 

I have long been a fan of Adam Lippes' aesthetic.  But ever since he rebought his name rights and relaunched his label to a more minimal and elegant (and unfortunately more 'exclusive' - i.e. expensive - bracket), it has only gone from strength to strength.  This FW'15 collection is no exception, and one of my favourites of NYFW.  The silhouettes, the beautiful textures and luscious leather, and that glorious floral print that was found a couple of looks, were just gorgeous (for want of a better word): 

Isa Arfen

This designer has only been showing for 2 years, and I only discovered her last year, but quickly fell in love with her languid long lines, and beautiful outerwear and 'off-duty' workwear aesthetic:

Prabal Gurung

You all know about my love for coats...these are just stunning:

3.1 Phillip Lim

Although he has changed his aesthetic considerably since his 'Koi Suwannagate collaborative pieces' that I loved so much, I am continuously enamoured with his work:

 

 

 

The Row

A M A Z I N G

 

 

Vera Wang

No frilly lace, no tulle (not that there has been in previous collections), but Vera Wang's RTW is just gorgeous (sorry, there's that word again).

all images via style.com

Apologies for the image-laden post.

I know I have missed a few designers that I usually like to catch up on...But what was your favourite collection from NYFW?

Happy Fashion Friday!


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Happy Lunar/Chinese New Year!

Apologies for going MIA once again, with a trip to Sydney and Melbourne in the last month or so, it seems I lost track of time once again.  But am now determined to get back on track.

For those who would like daily updates from me, you can follow me both on Instagram and/or Tumblr (where I don't repost any images, but rather post my own 'photos' and 'microblog' instead).

Otherwise, I hope to post at least weekly from here on.

For those still with me, thanks for sticking around, for any new people: hello, please do say hi!

And to you all!

Happy Lunar New Year!

This is what I wore to the 'Chinese New Year's Eve dinner', an old favourite by American-Chinese (born in Thailand) designer Phillip Lim:

all images mine - please do not use without permission, thanks!

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Aminah Bow Shoes - I'm head over flats in love!

A few months ago I went wild for these shoes worn by Aimee Song from Song of Style*.  Since I hardly wear heels nowadays (especially after my last fall down the stairs in July, when I think I damaged my foot's collateral ligament, oops!), I rationalized with myself that I shouldn't even attempt walking in them, and managed to resist them.  I was absolutely ecstatic when I found out a few weeks ago that these gorgeous shoes by Aminah Abdul Jallil are now available in flats!

I seriously couldn't get them fast enough, and knew exactly when I wanted to inaugurate them, to a function held at the Art Gallery of SA, where I'd get the chance to view the amazing 'Fashion Icons' exhibition and to see and hear Australian designer Toni Maticevski talk about his work (I still have a piece from one of his early collections).  The exhibition "Fashion Icons: Masterpieces from the collection of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris" is seriously incredible, showcasing breathtaking original Couture pieces by Christian Dior, Valentino, Gres, Chanel dating back several decades, as well as RTW (my favourite designer Dries Van Noten is also included), these pieces were curated from an exhibition that has never left Paris until now, and isn't planned to go anywhere else either after it returns)**.  Anyway, if you are here in Australia, I highly recommend you going to see this exhibition (open until February 2015)! I might scram together a little post about this exhibition later this week.

Anyway, apologies for rambling, back to the flats: since I've been asked a few questions about them on Instagram, I thought I'd answer them here in case others want to find out the same thing:  

• They run true to size for me (I take a size 38 in almost every shoe, UK 5, US/AUS 7.5 or 8 - I usually say 8, but some shoes are confusing - I got these in a US 8).
• I've only worn them once so far, did a bit of walking, stood for a bit, and they were comfy...it wasn't extensive walking, but so far so good.
• The front is cut on the diagonal, so my wide feet do stick out a little.
• Bear in mind that unless you are blessed with stick thin/ long legs, the ankle cuff/bow will shorten the leg somewhat, so I plan on wearing mine with midi/long skirts and/or cropped pants.
• They also come in heels (obviously) - 0.5" front platform 5" heel.

I am seriously eyeing the blue pair next, and even though I don't wear pink, I am seriously eyeing the pink and fuchsia pair.  Well, I need to make up for the fact that I won't be wearing heels for quite some time!

Aimee Song (pic from Song of Style)

 Blair Edie (pic from Atlantic Pacific) - Carrie style.

 Photify print of my strawberry photograph in the Ikea Ribba frame, Kate Spade 'Light up the Room' candle (purchased from Kate Spade), Ellery silk collar (limited edition, no longer available) and Aminah Abdul Jillil bow flats

Dress: 3.1 Phillip Lim x Koi Suwannagate strapless rosette dress (several seasons old), Shirt: Everlane band collar silk shirt (available from Everlane), Bag: Witchery (from decades ago!), Shoes: Aminah Abdul Jillil***

all pics my own via iPhone for my Instagram (unless otherwise stated)


* Isn't it crazy that only a few years ago she regularly visited and commented on this blog (before my little ones took away my time and attention from this blog)? I even remember her asking a few times (so I finally bit the bullet and answered her query) on how I could afford my purchases, my, how the tables have turned!

**Funnily, I recall the exhibition being underway while I was in Paris last year, and it was free to enter! Sadly, after Paris Couture Week I was so fashion-ed out that I didn't go (kicking myself very hard about that)

***Thanks Aminah! I think I might just have to buy another (or 3 more) pairs of these flats, I am seriously in love with them!



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My Shobop picks for the 30% off code

Following on from my previous post, where I shared the code: BIGEVENT14 for a saving of up to 30% at Shopbop, I thought I'd share some items that have caught my eye.

Ok, so there are too many items on my wishlist to mention, but below are some of them, I am even reconsidering purchasing another Aurelie Bidermann love ring (one size smaller in the gold than the one I already have, and also in the silver).

From left to right (row by row) - clicking on the image should lead you to the product page:

Vince Claire D'Orsay pump (such a beautiful nude! I'm on the hunt for one!), Alexander Wang Kori and Anouck boots

 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli, Alexander Wang Rocco bag, 3.1 Phillip Lim 31 hours bag (perenially on my wishlist)

 Aurelie Bidermann Love Ring, Blanca Monros ring, Aurelie Bidermann Love Ring in Silver

 

Tibi distressed tee, THE Alexander Wang wide cut pink leather pants (swoon), Vince Leather Moto jacket (sold out in my size)

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