Dubai Lifestyle Observer

do you

2012-02-20T23:46:00.001-08:00

remember during gradeschool or even HS for that matter, when our teacher/instructor would make us write these?

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it does not matter whether it's in the chalkboard or the paper. but you need to do it.
i just wish my blouse was as sparkly as hers ;)
good day everyone!

♥ ♥ ♥ Happy Valentines ♥ ♥ ♥

2012-02-13T23:04:00.001-08:00

Happy Heart's Day!

trying to be healthy

2012-01-25T20:37:00.000-08:00

today I made banana and strawberry smoothie, all naturel ;) for brekkie

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thinking of

2012-01-23T01:30:00.000-08:00

random stuff

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2011-12-27T22:52:00.000-08:00

Are you ready?

Have you done your faith goals?
or resolutions for some..

first on my list is to be healthy, eat healthy. how about you? are you ready for this coming year?
here's something to think about,

would be nice, right?

Christmas Shopping, check! (or just not yet)

2011-12-15T03:02:00.000-08:00

are you done with your Christmas shopping?
or still trying to complete the list?
and who knows what other things could come up.
well, here's my (random, meaning depending on budget) share of gift ideas you may want to give to loved ones and friends this holiday season.

Heart Ade Ring from Maria Francesca Pepe spells Lurve! It could be a nice gift for a really special friend or the very trendy mom.

this topshop wedge sandals is hot! hot! hot! for the holiday season, it could go to just about any Christmas dress. hey, I have not not given a shoe as a Christmas present, but maybe it's time to have some changes..

I know that you've been seeing lots of Keep Calm.. but a book to keep as a reminder to friends would definitely be a good Christmas present. available at Kinokuniya The Dubai Mall.

Alex & Chloe Spiked Rhinestone Chandeliers from Forever 21

the recipient of this h&m leather jacket would surely beat that cold and still not miss the style

and if splurging for your loved ones during this season is your thing, this could be it.
available at harvey nichols

MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone!
May your joy be full in the true meaning of the celebration.

HAPPY U.A.E. DAY!

2011-12-03T20:33:00.000-08:00

Korres

2011-11-17T02:39:00.000-08:00

you complimentary Korres gift this season. Take the bag now, this one is a good Holidays gift ide.
Have a lovely weekend everyone!

eleven-eleven-eleven

2011-11-11T08:45:00.000-08:00

They say, it's lucky, well, I say it's a blessed day!
And the more we need to pray and be thankful for all the blessings, big or small.
So to you, have a blessed 11-11-11.

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and I say cheers!

wrist candy

2011-11-09T02:38:00.000-08:00

I recently been fascinated with current watch design, diy bracelet and stuff that you can just hang on your wrists. it's like, there's no rule, other times you can be chunky as you can handle and still other times, less always means more.
So here are some of what I've seen from the web which inspires me to lump, layer or just wear just the first piece i could see or grab.
sometimes that wrist became one's statement piece :)

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can it be the color she's wearing? the coat on her nails? or just the pieces of bangles on her wrist? this is too cool for school :)

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how chunky could you get?

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used to have those Chinese trinkets when I was young :)

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and how could you say no to that rock 'n roll vibe

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as clear as the pile

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it's just the watch and that zip thing, nevertheless such a statement

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yes, it's the Hermes

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how to accessorize on your trip to Vegas

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different colored bangles are tres chic!

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black pieces

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this portion is so ethereal for me

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a statement piece

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rose quartz is for l♥ve

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sometimes being simple makes all the difference

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and this one too

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very street smart

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just the right kind of glammy rope

Pile 'em or pile not, your confidence is what matters when you hit that block.
Have a lovely week everyone!

Eid Al Adha

2011-11-02T22:41:00.000-07:00

That means it's a long weekend for Dubai,and the whole of the Emirates and GCC.
So what are your plans?
As for me I don't have a concrete one just yet, and unlike the past Eid Al Adha here, we would always be definitely out of DXB for some R&R time with the family.
Now, I'm not sure it's happening.
Friends and myself seems to be turning such busy bees as of late.
And if you are just like me, not sure what to do during Eid, apart from praying of course, and still somehow wants to be out and about Dubai or the Emirates, you may want to check

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The Global Village

It's already open since the first day of November up until the 3rd of March 2012.
What better way to shop and enjoy the rides with the whole world with you.

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Better yet, head on to The Dubai Mall and visit the Dubai Aquarium and Discover the Jewels of Arabia, and who says that the Aquarium is just for kids?

Volunteer in Dubai Helping Hands Senses Residential Care Home.
The event will start on November 5 at JBR.
For more details visit them here.

And if you're a mall rat just like me, perhaps you may want to try a different approach to malling this long weekend

iFly at Mirdiff City Centre would definitely blow your mind

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Hit your nearest cinema and watch The Adventures of Tintin in 3D, don't forget your popcorns!

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As the temperature's getting colder and colder walk your feet to Al Seef Street in Bur Dubai at night and experience Fireworks form the first day of Eid to the 3rd day, boom boom display starts at 8pm.

While we have it, and just feeling couch potato, head to Kinokuniya -and have these

Hunger Games is set to hit our home screens.

Of course a good love story won't hurt you, would it.
And in preparation for Nov. 18, why not take yourself back to the first 3 Twillight Series.

Eid Mubarak everyone.
God bless.

Cheers to the Weekend

2011-10-26T23:37:00.000-07:00

Got my Ray Ban's on and am feeling cool tonight..

But before you put that glass up,
Let me share you Fleurette (her pseudonym and alter ego), a style blogger from Oslo, Norway.
Her burning penchant for French Style drew me to her blog which transcends her effortless approach to chic dressing, taking care of the skin and the likes.

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Lately I've found myself obsessing over skincare and beauty products. Into The Gloss is partly to blame for the abnormality in my behavior. For me, beauty products are a little bit of inevitable everyday luxury, especially if they work wonders for my skin.

Anyway, I received my most recent beauty investments today. The Malin + Goetz face scrub is totally new to me and I can't wait to integrate it into my skincare routine. The other Kiehl's products are absolutely essential part of my day-to-day routine. As for the midnight recovery concentrate, I can't stress enough the fact that it is a miraculous sleepless night savior. On top of that, Kiehl's products always look good on your vanity table (I have a perennial penchant for nice, apothecary packaging).

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As you celebrate your halloween parties, be sure to take care of your skin and hope you'll receive more treats than tricks!

Here's Rihanna for that awesome weekend! Cheers to that!
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Sweet November

2011-10-24T21:15:00.000-07:00

It could be saccharine you know :)

With that I would like to have some of these

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To go along with this

Perfect Match!

Coming this Nov. 18. Well, I hope it's gonna be the same day here. Please don't say fat chance..

Creepy yet Sweet

2011-10-16T03:29:00.000-07:00

What do you know, the countdown to halloween is on! It's time to get your creep on!
Coming to Dubai in Oh-Seven, and having my first halloween on Oh-Eight was a bit boring, ok, I may be a bit harsh.
I was around town looking for parties for the theme, but I found none.
I am not saying I am a fan of anything ghostly or anything scary but I must say, I like customes and
playing characters.
It was only this year that I think it's like people and places are coming open to celebrate and be tricked or be treated :)
And just last Saturday, I was delighted to see this

and this

The kids walked through a short runway inside the Pottery Barn Kids in The Dubai Mall while strutting their trot wearing those awesome costumes from the Kids' Section. It still two weeks before the celebration but then again, these kids surely did the trendiest thing this early. I just hope the lady in charge of the event itself was kind enough to accommodate the kids who really registered for this. I just did not like how she chose who to answer nicely to some and to some- not, it felt like she owns the Pottery Barn herself. Ok, maybe it was the trick part, afterall they did not say halloween is just all about the treats! :)

Speaking of treats, the House of Sweets (literally), that is Maison Sucre spells all T-R-E-A-T-S and Indulgence!
What better way to have your party with their delectable and sumptuous cupcakes.
And the fun part is they're halloween themed.

These freshly baked Scarecrow cupcakes will surely leave you coming back for more!

Pumpkins and Owl, so In and so mouth-watering.

Maison Sucre sweets will surely take you back to that luscious delight that will surely make you want some more. They make freshly baked cakes that gives you that Oomph and hmmmmm feeling at first bite. So for your party needs specially this coming trick or treats, have your cakes from them, they would surely not disappoint.

Maison Sucre is open from Saturday to Thursday in Zayed the 1st Street (Khalidiyah) corner Khaleej Al Arabi Street in Abu Dhabi U.A.E. Or you may want to contact them at +971 2 639 6622 or +971 56 7522060. Or visit them here.
They not just have the best tasting sweets, they also have an amazing team who tailor the delights you will need.

Have an amazingly treated Halloween!

It's Thursday Night!

2011-10-13T02:57:00.000-07:00

For lovely Mums out there, head on to Pottery Barn Kids at the Dubai Mall this Saturday, the kids would play dress up and try to walk the walk.

Few more hours to go and it's already the weekend!
Geeee, can you feel how the climate's slowly changing? A day ago was like a sand run on the roads and the day after was a pretty blue sky.
So here's the weekend links you might want to enjoy, if you'll be out and about or just take time to relax on the very comfy sofa this weekend.
Happy Thursday everyone!

* If a chic place is what you want to end the week, why not have you cup here

* Go around downtown, I promise you, you will come back the next day

* Fancy a necklace, this sure would make any basic a statement for everyone to notice

* The many ways to wear that gorge Hermes Scarf

* Be reminded Anna Dello Russo is the the Symphony before October ends, so grab these amazing shoes

Janet Jackson in Abu Dhabi

2011-10-12T02:57:00.000-07:00

Join

2011-10-10T21:56:00.000-07:00

I am currently smitten by a number promos, contest and giveways in the region.
And I would like to share some for you, then you might want to join the bandwagon ;)

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This is what's up for grabs today, but they have something for the whole of October, everyday! yes, everyday! visit here

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Of course you wouldn't mind adding this to your group of arm candies, do you?
Join here

I also am sure would want to have a grand day at the Meydan Hotel, join here

ahhhhh! after a week of work, what would not one do for a day of shapin at the spa? Join here

This guessing game kept me excited for baby # 2! Join here

Meanwhile, while you're at it, enjoy this music just like all the other kids.
Have a lovely day!

DLO October's (1st) Mall Sartorialist

2011-10-09T02:50:00.000-07:00

and yes, that man-sandals makes so much statement to the bearer that I can't help but take a snapshot.
Bear with some of my blurry shots as I seem to be too excited to take photos.
Will take better pictures just like the Sartorialist or Garance for those high street or even high end numbers next time :)
so watch out for this page ♥

bye

2011-10-06T04:27:00.000-07:00

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Thank you Steve Jobs for your contribution to this generation. You're indeed an inspiration.

Happy Anniv!

2011-10-05T02:07:00.000-07:00

To my fave online mag in the world!
This entry is for you.
Happy 1st Anniversary and Congratulations!
♥

Open publication - Free publishing

Page100 of Rue's 1st Year Anniversary Issue.
and Yes, I can be Amazing!

what's in the bag?

2011-10-02T22:21:00.000-07:00

An encounter with a challenge from co-bloggers goes like this

*fingers cross* for me to do everything and allow me to suggest some, or maybe not some but more..

    Day 1    A photo that makes you happy-- could I just instead post a photo of a happy person I've snapshot.
    Day 2    20 of my favorite things-- this I have to make as 20 favorite things in Dubai.
    Day 3    A photo taken over 10 years ago of you-- maybe not me, but of the place where I am right now
    Day 4    Something you are OCD about-- ok this one, I have so many to share.
    Day 5    Your dream house-- I have one, but it changes from time to time, so can it be a dream shoes instead?
    Day 6    A song that makes you cry (or nearly)-- can I just feature an artist in Dubai.
    Day 7    My worst habit-- but as much as possible I want to talk positive things here, this I just have yet to see if I can
    Day 8    What’s in my handbag/purse-- or better yet, what's in people's handbag/purse?
    Day 9    Hopes, dreams and plans for the next 365 days-- this, gotta be personal.
    Day 10 A dream for the future-- I like this one
    Day 11 Who can’t you live without?-- this one too
    Day 12 If you could wish for anything that would come true, what would you wish for?-- Ok I could use a wish right now
    Day 13 Have you ever had your heart broken? Have you ever broken a heart?-- uh-oh, can I have another suggestion on this, how about how to make our hearts happy
    Day 14 What do you like most about yourself?-- what do I like most about the locals
    Day 15 What do you dislike most about yourself?-- what do I dislike most about roads here
    Day 16 What do people notice about you?-- what's the first word that comes into your mind when I say, Dubai!

can we just stop from here now, I think 16 days is already good :)

    Day 17 What’s something you wish you could say to someone?
    Day 18 Whom do you admire the most?
    Day 19 What is your goal in life?
    Day 20 What are the 10 most significant events in your life?
    Day 21 If you died tomorrow, what’s one thing you’d regret not doing?
    Day 22 What’s an inside joke you have with someone?
    Day 23 Two months ago, where were you and what were you doing?
    Day 24 Do you have saved text messages? If so, who are they from and why do you still have them?
    Day 25 Write 5 messages to 5 different people without using names.
    Day 26 What’s something you’re really excited for?
    Day 27 What do you feel guilty for doing?
    Day 28 Tattoos. If you have one, post it and its story. If not, what do you want?
    Day 29 Picture of your makeup collection
    Day 30 When were the happiest days of your life?

Now that you've seen it, I thought of starting on Day 8, I want to make this random, random is fun!

So here:
What's in people's bag?

Whether we'll just be out and about, or run errands, be in the office or just pack for an event, that
handbag is a must, to carry all our needs and sometimes all that not-so-need items ;)

that's what's inside the bag, must be pretty heavy.
Not much to say here but I think this is an "It" girl's one.

are you DFW ready? better think what to wear now and head to your nearest airport to head to Dubai, afterall, Dubai Fashion Week is just around the corner.

this has got to be be what a Photog's pack is carrying and it's gadget ready

because I ♥ that Givenchy bag, I need to know what's inside.

Aptlyt a University School bag is all about

(I forgot where I got this photo, bear with me and advise me if you happen to know)

OK this one is not what's in the bag per se, and that the only thing that could fit in the purse would be one lipgloss, that perfume bottle and some cards. But I always like the idea of pulling out the right look with your bag

this is one chic purse with all the essentials :)

Meanwhile, in other news

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here's a couple of first images of the highly anticipated Versace for H&M.
I seriously can't wait to see more!

Goal and Weekend Links

2011-09-29T03:22:00.000-07:00

A few days to go and we're going to hit the last quarter of the year.
It's October.
How has this year been treating you so far?
Mine's great, of course I still have my fair share of mishaps but I always look on toward the goal and thanking God for the blessings, small or great :)

Just came across this list that I did for the start of the year, most of us call it New Years Resolution, I call them goal, thus the entry :)
It's not all accomplishment for me this year but the turn of events somehow matured me and that is one lesson I sure will be needing on those goals I'm seeing for myself.

Anyway, here are some things we could always be thankful of

Have a lovely weekend everyone.
Remember to always count your blessings, and we in turn can always be a blessing to others.

Weekend Links:

√ Since mercury's slowly dropping in Dubai, you may want to score this floppy waist coat

√ what better way to dress up and get the chance to meet and greet Eva Longoria at Bloomingdales this Saturday, join now

√ And yet again this Saturday, you may want to pick locally produced fresh and organic fruits and vegetables for that sumptuous all natural meal

√ before heading to that venue this Saturday, you may first want to know about some taxis in Dubai

√ dry scalp because of the desert weather? A home remedy worth the try

√ inspiring exhibit the lens through the iphone

√ for Best Property deals, it's Cityscape's last day, visit now

√ this Polka Secretary Blouse is what Vintage Piece is all about

√ Dubai, it's high time to Think up and Think Big

√ and if I can, I want to watch this movie, without cut and interruption over the weekend

Can you have another word for Pink?

2011-09-27T23:25:00.000-07:00

I have been in the region for quite a while.
And oftentimes with the busy metro life , there's this tendency to shut some things readily available around. Though, I have to say, the city lights never cease to amaze me as I take that Business Bay.

Recently chanced upon Pink Ribbons and the like.
And this thing in me just can't help but be curious about it.
Then I learned that these were support ribbons, for a good cause.

Handmade ribbon by Rohini of Ragmatazz

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October is breast cancer awareness month.
And this coming week these handmade pink and all that glitter ribbons are going to be hand out at
Arte Souk.
We are so fortunate that we already have this events in Dubai, gone are the days when
you still have to connect and reconnect to friends and collegue just to get informations.

Bras for a Cause.
This is a design competition in the gulf to support breast cancer survivors.
Though this event is going to happen in Beirut, it still indeed is in good ground to promote not just awareness but amazing designs to support women.
And in the U.A.E the proceeds will go to breast friends.

Do you know that in 2010, there were about 250 breast cancer survivors in the U.A.E. alone?
This figure is something we really have to be serious about.
Anyone can survive breast cancer, that is why women who testify that it can be, has the
calling and mission to make women not just not in the region but into the world to have the awareness to it. And I believe we ought to be responsive to it.

So go out this October and get that lovely pink ribbon or better yet join the Pink Walkathon.

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DLO Glossy Feature - Daily Regimen: Danya

2011-09-25T20:50:00.000-07:00

Danya, born and raised in Saida, a city near the capital. The 23 year old, just like Shakira (notice their resemblance) is a Lebanese beauty and is one of the most sought-after young Marketing Team Performer for a big skincare brand in the region. Married at 22 ,and yes you read that right ☺ joined the brand fresh and straight after graduating from the University.

One may be be intimidated by her hefty portfolio, but this young lady sure knows how to balance and enjoy life amidst her busy sched, and her best trait would be her smile and her contagious excitement on life, that, you can surely notice.

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Danya:
These 2 events have definitely had an impact on everything, including my style, my skin care regimen and everything else.
Being part of a skin care brand, I fortunately learned about ways to take care of my skin well. However, the busy lifestyle here does not help so I stick to the basics – cleansing, applying a sunscreen when needed & moisturizing and have rose water sprayed every now and then during the day, just gives me the natural glow and refreshment I need.

My skin was great back in Lebanon, but here, the weather, the air conditioning and the stress are just too hard for the skin to overcome! Had small white heads which just irritated me! Now am introduced to some products which are giving me great results. The brand is Institute Esthederm, am using their lotion, serum and cream to get rid of the annoying white heads.

Due to lack of sleep when I was in university and high school, my eyes had black circles around them, I used Olay eye pads, which give your eye contour the brightness it lacks!

And away from problem solution products, I go on a monthly basis to Kaya Skin Clinics, for their Aqua Radiance. It suited my sensitive dry skin perfectly, did the cleansing it needs, without leaving any marks, hydrates my skin, and injects the vitamins which my skin tends to lose quite often!
I also take Omega 3 pills, which are just great for the bones, nails, hair & skin! Recommend these highly.

Makeup, and perfumes, and a comfy stylish outfit, are definitely a must in my everyday life.
I am so obsessed with makeup since I was little – not that I am too good at it ☺ Took me quite a while to finally get to the products I absolutely love!
The most essential item is the concealer!
I’ve recently been using the Revlon Photoready Concealer in 002. A small slide and it covers the annoying dark circles just right. After applying this, I use an eyebrow pencil, tried several brands and I got hooked on the Rimmel one. I happen to personally mess around with my eyebrows, with the excuse of “I do not trust anyone to touch them” and I ended up with a pathetic pair of eyebrows, used some castor oil to grow them back (ewww) and now I just use the eyebrow pencil to make them look more prominent, they really do contour the face! Then, as an eyeliner, I consider it a personal victory discovering the Maybelline Eyestudio Lasting Drama Gel Eyelines in Black! A trick I learned to make the eyes look bigger is putting a white pencil inside your lower lid, try it! Then of course the mascara, I just love Volume Glamour Max from Bourjois! Brush my cheeks with Make up Forever’s “velvet finish” compact powder, and then a little of L’Oreal’s new infallible lipstick in Matte light pink. You’re probably now wondering about the foundation I use, and just to clarify, am totally not a fan of foundations. Unless I need to cover something up real bad.

I tried so many brands for foundation, but they all were either too thick or too dry! I finally tried the foundation from makeup forever and loved it, which I think is a great brand to use! This is just the one that works for me.

On style, my style is pretty much simple. A basic top, with a pants/skirt that suit, comfy shoes, and accessories that complement and add style to what am wearing.
And one thing am crazy about is dresses!! I believe that no matter how simple what you are wearing is, it’s the accessories, the shoes, and the bag that make it sophisticated!
Another important thing is knowing the colours that suit my complexion.
I love black, white, blue, beige, some shades of brown, yellow, pinky orange, light green and many more.

Here’s something I was wearing last night for a casual dinner.
Shirt: H&M
Jeans: Pull & Bear
Scarf: Guess
Shoes: got these from Lebanon
Accessories: Promod

Some beauty tips I believe in:
Keep it simple, the more colours you add to your face does not mean the better you will look.
Know what kind of body you have and don’t force yourself to wearing something that does not suit you.

I just love Rose water.
Get your share of beauty sleep

AND when you admire the way you look, no one can help but admire it back! In other words, it’s confidence that counts!☺

Rock n'

2011-09-24T21:44:00.000-07:00

Madinat Jumeirah, 23 September 2011, 7:30pm
it's the Splash Rock N' Fashion A/W'11 Fashion Show!

mostly composed of those oozing black figures, you could almost smell the rock and roll vibe and the music and lights and of course the people that goes with it.

There were a number of beautiful things, but
this has to be my favorite

for one, I love that bag! two, her stargazing stocks and rocker pumps, three, that dress is really wearable may it evening affair or the corporate slave day coupled with the favorite boyfriend blazer. This number could not go wrong!

Kudos Splash for a successful show! and Cheers to Autumn Wardrobe! (seems mercury's slowly dropping by the fraction now, so better hit the stores!)