Grab Pucci Print Headbands

My hair is looking pretty rough at the moment. The last time I went to my hairdressers she gave me this horrible fringe and I haven't been back since. To be honest I hadn't been happy with the service for a while, I started going to them when the store just opened and the first few times I went the cuts were amazing but as time went on and the store got busier, the service and the quality declined. Now, the painful hunt for a new hairdresser begins, so not fun. In the meantime though, these cute headbands from Grab are a quick hair fix and the colourful Pucci-like prints are great for living up the last days of summer.
$14.95 @ birdmotel

Gurhan Necklace

I like my jewellery to be understated, chic and slightly unusual or special. You should wear your jewellery, your jewellery should not wear you. This diamond droplet necklace is handmade and is perfect for both work and a night out. $2000 @ Saks

Louis Vuitton Damier Trevi

Now, I'm not the biggest LV fan I find the monogram to be more chavtastic than fantastic, with all the fakes floating around, it seems more about brand recognition than great design. However, they do make quality bags and I am fond of their ability to take a beating and still look great.

So, the damier canvas is perfect for the closet LV lover like me. Not overly branded or gaudy but still carrying classic LV styling. I've never felt though, that they've gotten the bag quite right with it usually being too mature for my tastes. LV finally got it right with the Damier Trevi, the pleating is perfect for adding a casual, youthful vibe. What more can I say, I think I'm in love.

Majorca Pearls

Pearls have always held a certain old school charm for me and I like to dress them down, wearing them with jeans. However, pearls can look out of place on a younger person so I'm always conscious that if I dress them up too much I can look like a kid playing dress-ups with her mother's jewelry. This is why I love this necklace from Majorca, the contrast between the delicate, organic look of pearls and the metal chain is a modern take on pearls. You get the sophistication, elegance and maturity of pearls with the casual, edgy look of a multi chain necklace.

$125 @ Saks

Longchamp Legende/ Witchery Ziggy

Longchamp Legende Zip Top Shopper $825 @Saks
Witchery Ziggy Everyday Bag $269.95
Witchery are known for doing "designer inspired" bags and as far as designer inspired goes, this one isn't too bad. Sometimes the bags that come out are fairly blatant copies. In this case, the shape and multiple front pocket detailing are fairly general details so it avoids being too much of a rip off. It would certainly make for a nice semi-casual everyday bag and would definitely work as a stylish diaper bag.

In other news though, since when did Witchery bags cost so much? In recent seasons, their bag prices have been creeping up and are now threatening to break the $300 mark. If it continues, I'd say they're at risk of pricing themselves out of their market.

Cartier Love Bracelet

While not the most breathtaking piece of jewelry, the Cartier Love bracelet has been popular amongst lovers for well over three decades now. The charm of the piece lies in the symbolism of design. Modeled after a chastity belt, the bracelet is bolted on to the wrist with a small screwdriver to symbolize a committed relationship.

For those who forgot that today was Valentine's Day, maybe you can redeem yourself later by presenting this little beauty to your loved one.

Avoiding Hallmark

While the notion behind Valentine's Day is touching, it is sometimes hard to not become cynical and simply see it as a corporate holiday. Avoid Hallmark this year and give you loved one(s) a unique Valentine this year. Etsy is a great website where you can buy and sell handmade goods, trading directly with the producer so you know exactly where your money is going. Not only a great idea, it can also be a great place to find something a little unique like these wonderfully cute and quirky Valentine's cards. ^_^

Coach Opens in Australia

The first Australian Coach store opened last week. Highly popular around the world for providing affordable luxury, the brand should find a market here in Australia providing quality basics.

Personally though, I can't say I'm overly excited. I find the designs to be largely insipid, occasionally horrendous with a few decent bags emerging every blue moon.

The good:
The bad:
And the just plain ugly:

Happy New Year!: Welcome to the Year of the Rat

Today is the first day of the year of the rat/mouse (the translation is interchangeable) and what better way to celebrate than with some cute mouse accessories from Marc Jacobs.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Dr Q Hillier Hobo in Mouse Grey

$398 US @ shopbop

Marc by Marc Jacobs Metallic Mouse Flats

$325 US @shopbop

Trend on the Cheap: Purple Patent

Purple and patent were the two big trends of the northern hemisphere fall. Get a piece of the action with this French Connection with this purple patent, stamped snake skin bag.
Mulberry Mabel, $1385 US
French Connection Soft Snake Bag, $99.95

I think I actually prefer the jewel toned colour of the French Connection bag, it's more versatile. And, if you're going for pleather, you might as well make it patent pleather because at least it's supposed to look plasticky.

Chinese New Year - Wear Red for Luck

Tomorrow is Chinese New Year and apart from family, food, lion dances and fire crackers now is also the time to change your luck with some festive dressing. Traditionally, new years is the time to wear new, bright (preferably red) clothes to attract good fortune and prosperity. Avoid white and black which are the traditional colours of mourning and don't wear old clothes or you'll bring last years bad luck with you.

So, bring yourself some good luck for the year of the rat and wear some red!

The Little Red Dress
L-R:
RM Moon Dress - $2150 US @ net-a-porter
Alice + Olivia Silk Halter Dress - $297 US @ shopbop
BB Dakota, The Boon Dress - $38 US @ karmaloop

The Little Red Clutch
L-R:
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Clutch - $1070 US @ net-a-porter
Ted Baker Frazier Clutch - £55 @ tedbaker
Andarei Capri Small Clutch - on sale $165 US @ revolveclothing

Trend on the Cheap: Ombre

It's actually taken a while for this to make it into the chain stores down here but here it is.

Splurge: PradaPrice: Upwards of $500

Save: Mollini
Price: $138 from Mollini