Wednesday, 25 August 2010
Adventures in Wonderland.... {Laduree}


The French tea salon company Laduree has released this stunning limited series Alice in Wonderland music box, adorned with emblematic images as a tribute to the enchanting world down the rabbit-hole.
"Ladurée has chosen to show off its new green apple macaroon, an astonishingly vibrant Granny Smith green macaroon that is both tender and tart, bold yet refined."
Laduree
History of Laduree
Labels:
Alice in Wonderland,
DESIGN,
Fairytales,
Food,
Kitsch,
Laduree,
Luxe,
Packaging Design
Camera Phone Lenses
Just what you have all been waiting for - High-clarity glass mobile phone lenses are like pro lenses for your camera-phone, giving you crisp and clear shots every time.
These two small yet powerful and finely constructed lenses, one fisheye and one combo wide-angle/macro, attach to your mobile phone transforming your standard flat phone photos into wide and up-close wonders.
They work with any camera phone and attaching them is easy. A detachable magnetic ring sticks to your mobile, providing a sturdy, shake-free hold between the lens and your phone.
- Powerful macro lens focuses between 10-23mm from your subject
- Wide angle lens 0.67x wide
- Fish-eye lens 180 degree angle (0.28x)
- Lenses range between 15.8mm-25mm diameter x 6.5mm-15mm length
- Back and front lens covers to prevent scratching of glass
Labels:
Camera,
Mobile Phones,
Photography,
Technology
Amish Scooters
The delightful alternative to a bicycle; the large wheels of the Amish scooter creates an almost gracious ride.
Made on an Amish Farm in the U.S and available from ReformSchoolRules.Com
Made on an Amish Farm in the U.S and available from ReformSchoolRules.Com
Labels:
Amish,
DESIGN,
Eco,
Product Design,
Scooters
'Rain Level' {Regina Regis}
With the current British Summer drawing to a very damp close these stylish wellington boots from Italian designer Stefano Pirovano would be a welcome addition to anyones wardrobe.
Online Store
RainLevel.Com
Labels:
'Rain Level',
Fashion,
Italiano,
Product Design,
Regina Regis,
Shoes,
Wellies
Trixie Suede Shearling Ankle Boot {Jimmy Choo}
Combining three keys trends of the season, luxurious shearling lining, the ankle boot styling and the camel colour these Jimmy Choo's are a glamorous take on this season's hottest trends.
Labels:
Accesories,
Autumn Winter 2010/11,
Fashion,
Jimmy Choo,
Shoes
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
Trend - Capes






A cape in the broader sense is pretty much any form of outerwear that opens at the front, and has no sleeves - usually with slits for the arms instead. Capes can be cut in a full circle, or on the straight. Capelets are any type of short cape that covers the shoulders.
The cape can cover all manner of sins when worn with the right outfit: the key is balance. Stick to skinny trousers for a svelte, sophisticated approach, or for an equally forgiving look, team with a slim skirt and tights. This style is an ideal investment piece for the season too as it can easily make the transition from Autumn to Winter.
The high street is flooded with different versions of the cape. The double-breasted cape from Aubin and Wills is sleek, simple and bang on the military trend, while the grey Emilio Pucci cape made from a mix of cashmere and wool is the ultimate indulgence.
Gothic
For rock-chic styling with a gothic edge go for flowing black cloaks or leather capes.
Elegant
Taking inspiration from the loose cocoon styles of the 1920s, through to the fur bubble capes and stoles of the 1940s and 50s; nothing says classic elegance like a vintage cape. On the 2010 runways look to Halston for inspiration.
Quirky
For the bold and individual dresser, the cape trend presents an opportunity to dress up and have fun. No not the cape crusaders of fantasy comic book trilogies!
VINTAGE at GOODWOOD
The inaugural event; a celebration of five decades of British cool, the 40's through to the 80's was a collaboration of Wayne and Gerardine Hemingway and the Earl of March.
The setting was the beautiful surroundings of the South Downs and the festival elegantly designed with an unsurpassed attention to detail, with a vintage high street that MGM Studios would have been proud of, the Tanqueray cocktail bar, Veuve Clicquot enclosure and brilliant period arenas such as the 70s Soul Casino and 80s Warehouse awaited us.
Upon arrival we were amazed to see the fashions of a bygone era so superbly executed. Everyone attending the event had a passion for design, music and fashion, this was immediately apparent. Walking along the red carpet the anticipation of what awaited was getting more intense. No one was aware of what lied ahead, this event was the first of its kind.
The setting was the beautiful surroundings of the South Downs and the festival elegantly designed with an unsurpassed attention to detail, with a vintage high street that MGM Studios would have been proud of, the Tanqueray cocktail bar, Veuve Clicquot enclosure and brilliant period arenas such as the 70s Soul Casino and 80s Warehouse awaited us.
Upon arrival we were amazed to see the fashions of a bygone era so superbly executed. Everyone attending the event had a passion for design, music and fashion, this was immediately apparent. Walking along the red carpet the anticipation of what awaited was getting more intense. No one was aware of what lied ahead, this event was the first of its kind.

















Great for people watching, a relaxed experience, an absolute delight, the new festival of Britain.
There was so much to see and do that a day was not sufficient, next year 'glamping' may be required!
Goodwood Estate
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