I love you...to the moon and back.

Can you believe Lil' Brigs #1 turned 6 this week?!? How time flies! And there has never been a dull moment since! It seems like it was only yesterday she was born or celebrated her first birthday.  The last 6 years (and four years with Lil' Brigs #2, who celebrated his birthday on the same day as #1) have been both challenging yet rewarding as a mother.  As my sister once said (quite rightly), being a mother is like falling in love deeper and deeper each day.  Of course, there are days moments when things are not always peachy, hairs turn grey overnight, patience is tested, new skills are (forcefully) acquired, but that is what is amazing about being a mother...And through all that I wanted to remind my daughter how much I love her.  Of course, I remind her verbally as often as I can, and when I ask her: "How much does mommy love you"? She stretches her arms wide and says "Thiiiiis much", or "To the moon and back" (echoing words I tell her myself).

For her 6th birthday I thought it would be nice for her to have a constant reminder of that incredible love I have for her, a reminder that even when I may not exactly show it at a particular moment in time, that I love her to the moon and back...

And so I gave her this super cute charm from Emma & Roe, that says just that.  I like the idea that I can add a charm (perhaps each birthday?) to this bracelet, like a little 'diary perhaps, of our time together: this Eiffel Tower charm to remind us of our trip to Paris, a little treble clef to represent her love for music, little ballet shoes as she started classes this year...

And while I was there, I decided to get something for myself too, for days after she arrived, I celebrated my first Mother's Day, and this Sunday will be my 6th! Diamonds are a girl's best friend after all, and as I have a predilection for 'minimal' jewellery, I opted for some diamond stacker rings in yellow and white gold (gold ring is now on sale since I got mine!).

There's something for everyone on Emma & Roe's website, with great gift ideas for your nana, mom, or even when a new addition arrives in your family...

 I love you...

  to the moon and back!

My little something something for Mother's Day...

 This photo above was taken by the amazing Food Stylist, Photographer, Graphic designer and cook Shellie Froidevaux, who has the most amazing recipes on her beautiful website!  Planning on making her Chocolate + Potato Chips Cookie and Chocolate Chickpea cookie asap (I know, don't they sound crazy amazing?!?).

 Thanks for the shot Shellie!  Don't you wish every breakfast looked like this?!? Daydreaming this will be me again this Sunday...

All other photos taken by me.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL THE MOTHER'S OUT THERE!!!

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Aana Janakis Jewellery - minimal is beautiful

Inspired by object design, the female form and her Greek heritage, Sydney-based Australian designer Aana Janakis creates jewellery that is high-impact, conceptually strong yet refined.  Polishing her skills in the design rooms of Michael Kors and Josh Goot, Aana launched her own eponymous label last year, and her collection titled 'Alpha' is already being featured in Marie Claire Australia, and Catalogue magazine's September Issue.

Beautifully minimal with highly engineered designs lines, the Alpha collection features earrings, neckpieces, rings and cuffs featuring a 24K gold-plated brass bar, and either clear or white moulded acrylic that exude contemporary elegance.

You can view more of Aana Janakis' collection on her website as well as shop her collection directly from her store.

 Alpha cuff in white and Alpha double ring in clear

 Alpha double ring in clear with 24K gold-plated bar (deconstructed)

Featuring: Steven Tai SS'14 top, Zara skirt and Aana Janakis Alpha cuff in white.

Alpha cuff in clear

(all pictures are mine via iPhone/Instagram with the exception of the last two photos, which were taken from Aana Janakis' Instagram and www.aanajanakis.com).

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Sarah & Sebastian Jewellery - and their newest collection: Blume

I have had this blog post half-baked in my draft box for several weeks now (I know, I am terribly behind with my blog posts, I'm sorry!), but it is just as well, as I can now share that Sarah & Sebastian's new collection 'Blume' is now available online on their brand new and beautifully revamped website (launched only a few days ago).

This Australian jewellery label launched in 2011 by Sarah Gittoes and Robert Sebastian Grynkofki.  Finding the beauty in modern simplicity encapsulates the essence of Sarah & Sebastian. Robert’s industrial design and goldsmith background coupled with Sarah’s design degree creates the perfect balance in each and every piece handmade in Sydney. The end results are beautiful clean lines that are delicate yet edgy, original, personal and sentimental.

Their newest collection, titled 'Blume' (which explores the character of the Jasmine flower) is no exception, and I am having trouble whittling down my 'wishlist' from this gorgeous range.  You can view the new collection (as well as shop from it) here.

 From the new Blume collection lookbook

 Silver line ring and Petite Pearl ring in gold (I am eyeing the Petite Bead ring from the new Blume collection which is very similar to this)

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Silver line ring

On middle finger (left hand): silver line ring, on index finger (right hand): petite pearl ring in gold

Trace bud ring and Petite Pearl ring (both in gold)

 Trace bud ring -  I love how the simple ‘drop’ shape can be transformed into such a unique 3-dimensional form, which lends the piece versatility of the shape displayed depending how you have it on your finger.

 Trace bud ring

(n.b. this is not a sponsored post)

pics are mine via iphone, and from www.sarahandsebastiancollection.com (for the lookbook pictures - i.e. the first pictures and those with the models).

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What I wore: 3.1 Phillip Lim x Koi Suwannagate Rosette tank + Celine

Getting out of bed is always hard, especially on weekends...gone are my weekend sleep-ins with the little ones eager to start the day early.  

3.1 Phillip Lim x Koi Suwannagate (originally purchased from Net-a-Porter many years ago), Celine navy Trio bag (available here), Celine Bam Bam sandals (purchased from Barneys NY), Aurelie Bidermann love (heart) gold ring (purchased from Moda Operandi) and Balenciaga Bow ring (purchased from Matches Fashion)

Happy macaron Monday!

 xx

all pics my own via iPhone/Instagram

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New in: YSL Arty ring - ain't Laurent without Yves

For those who follow me on Instagram, you may know of my recent purchase of the YSL (Yves Saint Laurent - although now under 'Saint Laurent) Arty ring.  Not knowing my size I ordered them in both a 6 and 7 (my wedding ring size is a 5).  The smaller fits on my left hand, and the larger on my right (although too loose for my ring finger).  I am trying to use  every fibre in my body to resist keeping both, haha!  They are absolutely stunning! I have wanted one for so many years, but hesitated due to its gold colour (and my wedding/e-ring being white gold).  I also have a 'marine/rose gold' on its way too me, and ordered a turquoise in a 6 that will have to go back as it's too small (I found it smaller than the cream, oddly enough, although I did read how these rings vary in sizing depending on what colour it is).  Update: it does, however, fit my left hand, contemplating keeping it *guilty look*

Uhm...please excuse the silly hand shots!

I bought the YSL Arty cream ring (on sale at net-a-porter!) here, and you can find them in other colours here.

For those who own YSL Arty rings, please do share your colours, and whether you wear them often!

xx

TGIF!

This time next week I'll be in London with my sister!

Had better get back to packing...

WOO HOO!!!!!!!!

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GIVEAWAY: Alimonada - 'Brazilian' jewellery made with love - and a heart of gold

Alimonada is a handcrafted jewellery shop based in Brooklyn, NY. Made with stones originally from Espirito Santo, Brazil, it reveals a beautiful geological characteristic and the natural stones found and mined in the state, which has the largest concentration of different types of natural stone in the world.

With a passion for fashion and accessories, Heidi finds pleasure in making things - seeing and selecting the materials and arranging them in her own way.

I was touched that with every purchase, 10% of the sale is donated to "Casa da Graca" (House of Grace), a temporary shelter for local girls from underprivileged families in Brazil.
Check out http://arcolacovenant.org/missions/details/brazil of more details.

Now, to the even more exciting part. Alimonada would like to give away this gorgeous 'three wrap crystal bracelet' to one lucky reader:



All you have to do is:

1) 'like' Alimonada's Facebook page

2) 'like' Brigadeiro's Facebook page

3) leave a comment with your email address below after you have done 1 & 2

OR

for those who wish to keep their email private (or avoid spam), you can leave a comment below, and then email me your email address to: brigadeirosblog at gmail dot com

That's it! Entries close 2nd of May, and I will contact the winner directly (hence step 3 is important).

In addition, Alimonada is also offering a 15% discount with their code 15%off

For the lucky US and Canada residents, there is free shipping to you too!

So check out:

www.alimonada.com

And don't forget to enter!

Good luck to you all!!!

xx