Month: December 2012

O ROMEO, ROMEO! WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO?

Please welcome the new young cast of Burberry family, hand-picked by Christopher Bailey himself …. Romeo Beckham.

Famous last name (thanks to Dad, David) … checked!
Dad’s similar hair cut … checked!
Mom’s lips … checked! 

(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

DON’T BE A BORE

Are you still wearing those black and brown bags? 

If your excuse for wearing one is “I’m wearing mostly black and white or neutral colors clothing”, then you must move on, ladies. Try cobalt blue as one of the vivid color for Fall 2012. This might be the perfect excuse if you’re in doubt of wearing a cobalt blue dress or shoes. 

Check out my picks from net a porter above. It will be a stand out piece, so you can still stick to that black, white and neutral colors clothing. Take a lesson from Khloe Kardashian Odom with her cobalt blue Birkin, if you please. 

SHADES OF A FAMILY

Or in this case, a “Modern Family”.

Nail polishes inspired by a TV Series? Why not? It’ll be 2013 soon.

Nicole by OPI offered a perfect way to express the diversity and individuality from each character in “Modern Family” from Alex to Gloria. This line include 14 colors and will be launch in the US by January 2013.

LOOK NOTICEABLY YOUNGER


Have you noticed those fine lines and creases are starting to show? While Botox seems to be far from your imagination (like me), this serum might help.

I’ve tried so many various products that promised to help with the anti aging process etc, and nothing feels like this. Estée Lauder Perfectionist [CP+] Wrinkle Lifting/Firming Serum and its’ velvety texture when applied, close to the feeling of liquid powder. So quickly absorbed, I don’t have the time to warm them on my hands before applying like I always do with other serum. 

Comes in a pump packaging, which I thought was super helpful for a serum product (I dislike drops, BTW), and light fragrance, it did what it said on the box. Fast, effective and dramatic. I applied it on the back of my hand with one pump, and my hand instantly look and feel softer. Even the lines are sort of diminished. I’m definitely going to use this to help soften the smile lines and around the nose, as somehow it can make skin look brighter and radiant as well. As we can’t ask for miracles, at least we can minimize the look of those fine lines, right?

ARE YOU IN A SCRUNCHIE MOOD?

Fashionably spotted in Vivienne Westwood Red Label Spring Summer 2013 catwalk, loved by none other Hillary Clinton, and now Cara Delevingne star in the campaign for a hair scrunchie’s company? Oh well…

The new east London-based accessories label, My Crazy Scrunchie (MCS for short) is bringing back the famous hair accessory circa 1980s which featured Cara as one of the model. The duo behind this label, Laura Fraser and Eu Simo Grijalbo are the one who’s also responsible for Vivienne’s Red Label SS 2013 scrunchies.

FYI, the original scrunchie was invented by Philip E. Meyers for a family called “Scrunci” in 1963 as a practical hair accessory. As any (read: most) fashion items, it evolved from time to time, loved back in the days, noted as a notoriously bad-taste accessory, and now…it’s back on trend track! But the big question is: will you wear them again? (Thank God I have short hair).

FLOWER POWER

Just in time when her contract with CoverGirl cosmetics will be expire in January 2013, Drew Barrymore will launch her makeup line.

Named Flower (just like her production company), it’ll be available at more than 1500 Walmart stores and walmart.com in January 2013. 181 products for face, eyes, lips and nails with prices ranging from US$5 to US$14, it sure fits for the beauty masses, just like Drew wanted.

Reportedly, Drew used the same formulas that expensive beauty brands use, right down to the packaging. Each item is encased in white and rose gold plastic which look luxe with an affordable prices.

Partnered with manufacturer, Maesa Group, Flower is expected to generate US$50 million in sales within the first year of its launch. Wow, that’s what I called positive thinking.

ARE YOU A POSH MOMMY?

If you are or you’re looking for a thoughtful gift for one, this could be a beautiful and unique idea.

Personalized jewelry featuring child’s name? I want one myself. Simple and sweet, with add on birth stones, POSH Mommy jewelry was founded in 2007 by Ali Krebs. Her intention: to make mommy necklaces hip and hot. So hot, many (Hollywood) moms were seen wearing one, like Brooke Burke and Milla Jovovich.

From silver to gold, POSH Mommy jewelry can accommodate requests like platinum or genuine stones like diamond and sapphire. They also extended the line by creating charms, bracelets and tag necklaces for (POSH) dads and kids.

GLOW WITH THE FLOW


Some people freaked out about the triple numbers 12.12.12 yesterday. But for Kate Spade’s fashionista fans, it was a perfect time to shop for their latest collection. 

Including me. I was invited to the newly renovated store at Plaza Indonesia, Jakarta. As I remembered, the store remains in the same corner in the luxury mall. Previously, the interior was minimalist, but now, they changed to another concept that they called “New York Girls Apartment”. And what a dreamy ‘apartment’ it will be for many fashionistas. 

Range of colorful bags are neatly place on the white racks and tables full of gifts idea. Very feminine, very playful, yet very Kate Spade. Shots of colors like pink, orange, yellow and green are seen everywhere inside the spacious store, which create a fun delightful atmosphere to shop. 

Currently, Kate Spade Indonesia is having their end of year sale up to 50% off. Don’t miss this chance, as yesterday most of the VIP guests were shopping their hearts out. I also spotted Garance Dore Massie bag on the sale table (it’s at the right corner of the shop if you walk in, by the way). What else did I spot and personally love from the newly renovated store of Kate Spade? Click here.