Tuesday Thrills - Tasha Headbands

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fascinators shouldn't be saved just for fancy occasions. Wearing one on an ordinary day in the middle of an unfabulous week can instantly revamp your entire look. <i>Tasha</i> Hair Accessories do just that, with their charming range of day-to-evening headbands, clips, barrettes and fascinators. There are simple styles for everyday use and more exclusive designs for special occasions, parties and events. I'd like to try a few of these on...</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV9FSZgzO9IGRpwnRoZx1Q-qty5GyK0v0hu4W7hx4toohdrYugp1IXHD9TsVqQarleKXiYyCqKGzqKzcznXzxPgNmTvEBX1ttZQqH_3GqSbslBwGVGYG0Rmco_ailcACxYas0jK9VkLTDa/s1600/tasha1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV9FSZgzO9IGRpwnRoZx1Q-qty5GyK0v0hu4W7hx4toohdrYugp1IXHD9TsVqQarleKXiYyCqKGzqKzcznXzxPgNmTvEBX1ttZQqH_3GqSbslBwGVGYG0Rmco_ailcACxYas0jK9VkLTDa/s640/tasha1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Solid Rows of Crystal</span>. This sparkly crystal covered band </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">to recreate that sublime look Charlize Theron wore at the Golden Globes this year</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. $58 / R465</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Magical Flower</span>. A bejeweled green and turquoise flower surrounded by sparkly beads. Also available in coral. $38 / R305</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Vixen Flower</span>. A bronze and black leaf design layer upon a fabric band that will add some pizazz to a dull hair day. $32 / R255</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Metallic Glamour</span>. Bring out your 70's hippie side in a quartet of metal chains. Available in gunmetal, bronze, black and gold. $18.90 / R150</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Classic Patent</span>. Add some colour to your locks with an orange sculpted patent bow band. Also in olive and black. $18.90 / R150</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Tweedy Lady</span>. Get Upper East Side glam with a fabric and feather fascinator centered around a large gemstone. $18.90 / R50</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfffRXge2osRjjyWJ9vpK_hjmBlh0SoaFevOHbhlnI-TW8_X1QHR-WyFYf4pR6wRg9gQ-2D2VlHaYnN62BO9KTzQyjOkdVQYnApsHHKi1aF0-FwY3sN6Su_lyrhbYBD41pYy3IOHBCyqZA/s1600/tasha2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfffRXge2osRjjyWJ9vpK_hjmBlh0SoaFevOHbhlnI-TW8_X1QHR-WyFYf4pR6wRg9gQ-2D2VlHaYnN62BO9KTzQyjOkdVQYnApsHHKi1aF0-FwY3sN6Su_lyrhbYBD41pYy3IOHBCyqZA/s640/tasha2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Crystal Garland</span>. An intricate crystal encrusted band that will beautifully adorn hair. It will look splendid on both blondes and brunettes. $98 / R790</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">So Fresh & So Fly</span>. A brazen black feathered fascinator designed to get you noticed. Wear it for a fun night out with the girls. $18.90 / R150</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Sweet Beads</span>. Sweet and simple, a trio of ivory flowers set upon a silky Alice band. An ideal and practical hair accessory for bridesmaids. $32 / R255</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">10. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Awesome Blossom</span>. Perfect for a wedding reception, this champagne coloured headband swirls into a large mesh flower, scattered with gems. $78 / R625</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Crystal Tiara</span>. My favourite pick, this dazzling piece features a delicate crystal design, bound by satin ribbon. $68 / R545</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">12. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">My Bird Bites</span>. An elaborate black feather and net fascinator makes a striking statement. $38 / R305</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tired of your hairstyle? There's no need to change your hair, just add some panache to your coif with a <i>Tasha</i> headband. This stunning range is available from Nordstrom.com Check out for sale items, which are very reasonable priced.  They also offer international shipping to selected countries.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Happy Shopping!</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Tasha Headbands

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Tuesday Thrills - Franchi Clutch Bags

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As this is the first 'Tuesday Thrills' post for 2012, I wanted to start on a glamorous note, which is something designer Franco Franchi is familiar with. His range of exquisite clutch bags are destined to accessorize the 'little black dresses' of the world with their refined splendor. Based in Florence, Franchi creates sparkling showpieces made from the best Italian leather, Oriental silks and Swarovski crystals. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Founded in 1995, it is only recently that <i>Franchi Handbags</i> have branched out into clutch bags, with a trendier market in mind. The design team creates bags with simple shapes, its magnetic appeal lies in the finer detailing. Decorative floral and studded trims, slinky mesh, gleaming gemstones and plush satin. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Adding one of these clutches to your cocktail dress, prom gown or a tailored suit will transform your entire look. Even brides and their bridesmaids need somewhere stylish to carry their lipgloss. A <i>Franchi</i> clutch can be used to dress up a pair of jeans and heels for a girl's night out or a romantic date. It's the perfect size to keep all your out-on-the-town essentials. These are some pieces from the current collection.</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9LOX7DCumpEnUtubCgSbEmcg-teRPrVqSgQguwcOfjc-K4SXph29yZKZcdz1MO1XqV9Q37N6-Az7U9GYeadZeue4RhFoEJzu20-6C4qt6_JBn1ahECDk0EBL_soiD4W-8isl4NWfY-HY/s1600/fh1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9LOX7DCumpEnUtubCgSbEmcg-teRPrVqSgQguwcOfjc-K4SXph29yZKZcdz1MO1XqV9Q37N6-Az7U9GYeadZeue4RhFoEJzu20-6C4qt6_JBn1ahECDk0EBL_soiD4W-8isl4NWfY-HY/s640/fh1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. <i>Andrea</i> in black. Leather and mesh with twist lock and silver chain handle. $275/R2239</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>Valerie</i> in pewter. Boxy leather clutch with shiny mesh detail and gemstone lock. $228/R1856</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Sharon</i> in black. Crossbody leather drawstring bag with gold stripes and studded detail. Three other colour combinations available. $165.99/R1351</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Giselle</i> in black. Glamorous leather clutch with rhinestone embellishment. $237/R1929</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi06MWfhtqPZwhU_HCkmLhTJ8gjeBLI-37o28QDdYK0TYwkxBGq2pvrA9Ah-wl8EMQex7FYADQYE02vmyW1HzNJBJ1y10Ov65-S5gi-5mpMnVk1b-103V5EIlSJDdFvyp5raKTZmPES-E6q/s1600/fh2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi06MWfhtqPZwhU_HCkmLhTJ8gjeBLI-37o28QDdYK0TYwkxBGq2pvrA9Ah-wl8EMQex7FYADQYE02vmyW1HzNJBJ1y10Ov65-S5gi-5mpMnVk1b-103V5EIlSJDdFvyp5raKTZmPES-E6q/s640/fh2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Andrea</i> in gold. Vintage style clutch made from pleated leather, with studded eyelet detail. $159.99/R1302</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. <i>Tess Foldover</i> in gold. My favourite choice, which has a woven leather and ruffle-pleat design. It has a fold-over flap with magnetic lock. Also available in black for a more casual look. $150.99/R1229.50</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. <i>Tania Nappa</i> in gold. Luxe quilted leather bag with crystal rhinestones and chain handle. $132.99/R1082</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. <i>Kaly Glitter</i> in gold. A shimmery leather clutch with floral motif. $137.99/R1123</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpI6J3BII4zcLKSLNw1URdWC2LFM3lasvMHIcSrfIyhlnIxV9MkKVCD8wITInY38LUXr1TXBAYjIqTFpUj0Jlhee5edQ_cPpy7lTfKqJkyBs-ZY1y3BNSv7akpRXrDb5pyU3GvtklesyY/s1600/fh3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtpI6J3BII4zcLKSLNw1URdWC2LFM3lasvMHIcSrfIyhlnIxV9MkKVCD8wITInY38LUXr1TXBAYjIqTFpUj0Jlhee5edQ_cPpy7lTfKqJkyBs-ZY1y3BNSv7akpRXrDb5pyU3GvtklesyY/s640/fh3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. <i>Taylor</i> in Navy. A change from black, this navy blue box-clutch is covered in delicate fabric rosettes, with a gemstone lock. Five other colours available. $161/R1311</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">10. <i>Lorna Raggeta</i> bow clutch in Red. A crimson rectangular shaped clutch in smooth satin, with cute bow detail. $161/R1311</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11. <i>Judith</i> in Sage. An elegant soft green satin clutch with rhinestone accented lock. I love this unique colour. $105.99/836</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">12. <i>Angela</i> in Wine. A romantic plum toned clutch with satin spiral rose design. $168/R1368</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These opulent clutch bags can be purchased via Zappos.com, where s</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ome of them are currently marked down on, but with limited quantities. Zappos have a larger variety, but I found the lowest price to buy a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Franchi</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> clutch online is from </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.6pm.com/franchi-handbags-womens-bags~6">6pm.com</a></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;"><i>Happy Shopping!</i></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Franchi Clutch Bags

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Tuesday Thrills - Prada Jewellery

<span id="goog_219177898"></span><span id="goog_219177899"></span><br /><br /><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Prada </span></b><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Spring/Summer 2012</span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jewellery Collection</span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you've been saving up all year for something uniquely special that glistens with precious gems, look no further. <i>Prada</i> has launched a limited edition capsule jewellery collection for Spring 2012. The exquisite new range is inspired by 'sweetness', as described by design maestro Miuccia Prada. And there is plenty of sugary sweet sparkle to go around.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbVTiZJGKYardk8sNJQklu-YPmYhReoReIdQPSsCPUkA7sy2HiPBh68cAJoS3S7steLvul7PzOLWtqiG7hushyphenhyphenkrB34AQAC1T-h1ieaZT-JcOWQXxYYD6Hpdj3Z6KJ0nTuyfd3Z5QsPRw5/s1600/prada+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbVTiZJGKYardk8sNJQklu-YPmYhReoReIdQPSsCPUkA7sy2HiPBh68cAJoS3S7steLvul7PzOLWtqiG7hushyphenhyphenkrB34AQAC1T-h1ieaZT-JcOWQXxYYD6Hpdj3Z6KJ0nTuyfd3Z5QsPRw5/s640/prada+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A delicate rose design forms the axis upon which the entire collection revolves. Brooches, bracelets, lavish necklaces & eye-catching earrings all carry the floral leifmotif, resonating feminine grandeur. These ornate pieces have been intricately crafted from an unusual mix of materials including resin, rhinestones, leather & <i>Swarovski</i> crystals. The jewels convey a feeling of nostalgia, and remain playful yet glamourous at the same time. The rose-drop earrings will work just as well with your favorite summer dress, as an elegant evening gown.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu_XqRDoQIga04Cxw1IImwptRxrc3cd6R8191swo-Ov6TAmzBX4ep73b-mnYQQASqrT_9F-xwv-HJdNl0XW2QDP9-hhOi10v3ideOVWWJ25xe-EzPRpfwBK6zNfdkxNRFwWoPRNJ_v80kO/s1600/prada+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu_XqRDoQIga04Cxw1IImwptRxrc3cd6R8191swo-Ov6TAmzBX4ep73b-mnYQQASqrT_9F-xwv-HJdNl0XW2QDP9-hhOi10v3ideOVWWJ25xe-EzPRpfwBK6zNfdkxNRFwWoPRNJ_v80kO/s640/prada+3.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The colours used in the collection reflect the designs <i>Prada</i> presented in their Spring/Summer 2012 runway show. Varying shades of red, lacquered black, earthen ivory, pistachio green and rose blossom pink. And of course, incandescent crystal to string it all together.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqCPEaBL-s-2JmkWJ8LBVv5i6cPMJSZnQT3bjwF7whz-Acl5tWzmFTmM_c14CNJQv5U5krsGdI1-m9ys7SQlYxikbn8ofPI7sb50edXyKXfa4WRrxvC1WnVBUcj7mG-koaPf7ekf_Nct/s1600/prada+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqCPEaBL-s-2JmkWJ8LBVv5i6cPMJSZnQT3bjwF7whz-Acl5tWzmFTmM_c14CNJQv5U5krsGdI1-m9ys7SQlYxikbn8ofPI7sb50edXyKXfa4WRrxvC1WnVBUcj7mG-koaPf7ekf_Nct/s640/prada+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Above: The opulent collection as it was first seen on the runway less than 3 months ago. It is now available exclusively from <i>Prada</i> boutiques worldwide. The prices range from $350/£195/R2800. A worthy investment, don't you think? </span></div><div><br /><br /></div>

Tuesday Thrills - Prada Jewellery

Prada  Spring/Summer 2012 Jewellery Collection If you've been saving up all year for something uniquely special that glistens with preci...

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Tuesday Thrills - Jane Tran Hair Accessories

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Jane Tran</i> is a US based accessories designer, who is originally from Vietnam. This gifted artist turned her passion for accessory design into a business in 1998, focusing exclusively on hair jewellery. Her exquisite fascinators, headbands and barrettes are made using ornate embellishings such as feathers, Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls, coral and semi-precious stones. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What I love about Jane Tran's designs is that they elegantly make an impact without being over the top. Her designs wander between the sweet and feminine, and the bold and dramatic. Imagine walking into a room wearing one of these sensational hair pieces - it's a guarenteed conversation starter and a striking showpiece. The perfect accessory for upcoming holiday parties, cocktail do's, engagements or weddings. I was beguiled by these black and white pieces from her latest collection.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1Fq6r9Rb-gA4rMHDpPyKDNXO2z3pUg94Lfd6VGMqP17ivlZHplMMRbdA5qRwLXMSxBi_7QifuaCArBsTu3xwK4VV78lWuEOmeUyTuU4D-XNLin85XQG6m9yvp8N0TBWeRKu1RmdOebVY/s1600/jt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU1Fq6r9Rb-gA4rMHDpPyKDNXO2z3pUg94Lfd6VGMqP17ivlZHplMMRbdA5qRwLXMSxBi_7QifuaCArBsTu3xwK4VV78lWuEOmeUyTuU4D-XNLin85XQG6m9yvp8N0TBWeRKu1RmdOebVY/s640/jt.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Braided bow decorated with clear crystals. $55 / R439</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Multi-pleated layered headband. Love it! $108 / R862</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Headband with multi-wired bows, adorned with semi-precious stones. $89 / R711</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Large netted fascinator with silk flower and sequin mesh. $130 / R1038</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Large bow headband with a spray of feathers. $99 / R791</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Black lop-sided hat accented with feathers and flowers. $140 / R1118</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj91xIZT_42CwWErgewaY-ij7IB4trKPjP1qpGmhiwLO67kQhq3-eqH-NDDce-eBHMDAYWQ9v6MHSCWK5sJ1S1fqPltVD1qJtU2FO1KUEMGpLvCCiOxx5L8oKrXHI4O16gS8Zkx6S6Ms4Qh/s1600/jt1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj91xIZT_42CwWErgewaY-ij7IB4trKPjP1qpGmhiwLO67kQhq3-eqH-NDDce-eBHMDAYWQ9v6MHSCWK5sJ1S1fqPltVD1qJtU2FO1KUEMGpLvCCiOxx5L8oKrXHI4O16gS8Zkx6S6Ms4Qh/s640/jt1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Deconstructed sequined and beaded gold headband. $62 / R495</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Vintage-inspired ribbon and pearl headband. $75 / R600</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Gold ribbon headband adorned with beads, jewels and sequins. $76 / R607</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Netted fascinator decorated with a sparkly silk flower. An alternative to the traditional wedding veil. $130 / R1038</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Looped satin comb accented with feathers. $42 / R335</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Pleated layered flower with feathers. $130 / R1038</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This was just a tiny glimpse into the embellished world of <i>Jane Tran</i> hair accessories, there are many more beautiful pieces to see on the <a href="http://www.janetran.com/">website</a>. To </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">purchase one of these fabulous fascinators or headbands, visit <a href="http://www.janetran.com/">Janetran.com</a> </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Happy Shopping!</i></b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*All photo credits belong to Jane Tran</i></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Jane Tran Hair Accessories

Jane Tran is a US based accessories designer, who is originally from Vietnam. This gifted artist turned her passion for accessory design in...

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Make Your Own Lace Necklace

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>The Savvy Girls Guide </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>To Making Your Own Necklace</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am one of the least crafty people you can find, so when I wanted to do a DIY accessory post, I knew I had to get the expertise and advice of the creative and kind Nadia van der Mescht from <a href="http://www.lovecupcakecouture.co.za/">Cupcake Couture</a>. Nadia is a South African based arts and crafts designer, specializing in exclusive wedding accessories, exquisite vintage-inspired corsages and stationery. She creates one of a kind pieces according to your personal taste and wedding day theme. Here Nadia shows us how easy it is to make a beautiful and trendy lace necklace. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Step 1 & 2</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgInJSY8qu6cR4GFzWjhhl_sGIsvHjdK_FBP8uONdTpDJnYpWnqG5gKNLcHjyA7bo5UZ7f9UElAowWEEVvoqTlLgWrX2xerh-63JJtK8BMAdN5LBVMW6tHnODYzA03WSgrRpwm5i9dOOL44/s1600/Steps-1-%2526-2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgInJSY8qu6cR4GFzWjhhl_sGIsvHjdK_FBP8uONdTpDJnYpWnqG5gKNLcHjyA7bo5UZ7f9UElAowWEEVvoqTlLgWrX2xerh-63JJtK8BMAdN5LBVMW6tHnODYzA03WSgrRpwm5i9dOOL44/s640/Steps-1-%2526-2.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Step 1:</span></b></span></u></i></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Gather what you will need:</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A piece of lace – you can find some at a haberdashery or even search for a vintage piece in your grannies sewing box.</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pliers</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A small, sharp pair of scissors</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Small jump rings:  available from most craft or bead shops</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Chain: </span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Lobster clasp</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Step 2</span></b></span></u></i></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Put the jump rings onto the ends of the chain using the pliers.</span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Step 3 & 4</span></b></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="clear: left; color: #0000ee; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="184" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfyuubn50dWJHiTnLhIhjaqEwuJfbI4GW2z5OHsvepv-ux2gK31FqpJt8Z7DaOY-ZArA1F0Z1U1m6-ReWglKZ1NCk8iWa8oYSyLO1-GgTDghw8zDoA53WZOa2rUqaPz83zDTfKdDezMQGc/s640/Steps-3-%2526-4.png" width="640" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 20px;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Step 3</span></b></span></u></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Make a small hole in the lace.  Make it slightly away from the edge so that the jump ring doesn’t rip through.</span></span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br /><br /></span></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Step 4</span></b></span></u></i></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Thread the jump ring with the chain attached through the lace.  Do the same on both sides.</span></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><u><br /><br /></u></i></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Step 4 & 5</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaQOaV4Og3rZXn_jJIrsFlqdnSFJtZZGHVkagMVUbqjkvJAnRIyPTNIb7jtbjhZb4okhe_TA1ffEJZ806Va9gcYifxB2qBUha3ByH2qXAUMj0jJ_Y2QmErNV66vgk2oDW8Fv2bLRht6JB/s1600/Steps-5-%2526-6.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaQOaV4Og3rZXn_jJIrsFlqdnSFJtZZGHVkagMVUbqjkvJAnRIyPTNIb7jtbjhZb4okhe_TA1ffEJZ806Va9gcYifxB2qBUha3ByH2qXAUMj0jJ_Y2QmErNV66vgk2oDW8Fv2bLRht6JB/s640/Steps-5-%2526-6.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b>Step 5</b></span></u></i></div></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;">Pull the chain to a peak at the centre this will allow you to find the middle easily.  Bend open a link and add the lobster clasp and jump ring.</span></div></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="font-style: italic; line-height: 20px;"><u style="line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;"><b>Step 6:</b></span></u></i></div></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 19px;">This shows how it should look once done.</span></div></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="color: #2a2a2a; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"><br /><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><b>And Voila!</b></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #2a2a2a; font-family: Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqhM92bx4FzrIGkqpmb4cP133miaD47-hcmPWbgqFrxkQ5Ryk3SPxssw-ob5a5dKUPBx8fgDmcVYPA91pZesbjHtgLmtdKN1wefq4V5KiyzSdG8jTq-QeSq57U0robgfZSOaWsh0zYFXgM/s1600/All-Done.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqhM92bx4FzrIGkqpmb4cP133miaD47-hcmPWbgqFrxkQ5Ryk3SPxssw-ob5a5dKUPBx8fgDmcVYPA91pZesbjHtgLmtdKN1wefq4V5KiyzSdG8jTq-QeSq57U0robgfZSOaWsh0zYFXgM/s640/All-Done.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">All done! An easy DIY with a pretty result</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /><br /><br />Special thanks to Nadia for her lending her time and skills to this guest post. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I hope it will inspire you to create your own unique neckpiece.</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Make Your Own Lace Necklace

The Savvy Girls Guide  To Making Your Own Necklace I am one of the least crafty people you can find, so when I wanted to do a DIY accessory ...

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Tuesday Thrills - Genevieve Motley Jewellery

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am always proud to feature South African designers on my blog. Especially when they are as talented as <i>Genevieve Motley</i>. This Durban-based jewellery designer has a flair for modern and unusual designs. She creates enchanting and unique earrings, brooches, pendants and rings, all handcrafted using materials like Jacaranda wood and perspex. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like that she provides jewellery lovers with an alternative to flashy and more ostentatious pieces. Her whimsical pieces define 'simple beauty', and are inspired by elements of nature, such as flowers, rabbits, hearts and birds. Genevieve's swallow motif has become somewhat of a signature piece amongst local fashion fans. These are some of my favourite pieces from her extensive collection.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkgACXw-OMwXMZFxO12cZ_MWUmcrnobDdxwB_PlcjJMSC0JqOZfVQUJ6A8GG4tQE2NSY3zgcY9cf5ROzVlm69XPzKtdxSb3UNJXQ8DZ7XIbqL6NpnhVIru3SYTFlitOHnal0fqo89zBlbO/s1600/motley.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkgACXw-OMwXMZFxO12cZ_MWUmcrnobDdxwB_PlcjJMSC0JqOZfVQUJ6A8GG4tQE2NSY3zgcY9cf5ROzVlm69XPzKtdxSb3UNJXQ8DZ7XIbqL6NpnhVIru3SYTFlitOHnal0fqo89zBlbO/s640/motley.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Ivy and bird engraved heart-shaped chain. R155</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Anchor and swallow chain, available in black or white perspex. $18 / R140</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Vintage camera heart-shaped brooch. $12 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Heart-shaped ring with cherry blossom design. Also in wood. $16</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Wooden bunny brooch. Also in black perspex. $12 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Adorable deer-shaped pendant and chain. R130</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Engraved flower studs. $12 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. Crown cut-out perspex chain. $12 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. Quaint wooden birdcage chain. $18 / R140</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">10. Colourful printed bird pendant & chain. R140</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11. Cute wooden teapot brooch. $12 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">12. Round birdcage earrings. Also in wood. $16 / R130</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">13. Wooden swallow with metallic heart charm. Chain included. $15 / R120</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">14. Decorative cut-out heart pendant in perspex. Matching earrings available. $15 / R120</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">15. Flower earrings delicately cut-out from wood. Matching pendant available. $13 / R110</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To purchase one of these charming pieces of jewellery, visit Genevieve's online store at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/genmotley/">Etsy</a>. See more of her stunning designs on her <a href="http://genevievemotley.com/">website</a>, where you will be able to locate a stockist in your area. The Genevieve Motley brand also offers overseas shipping.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;"><i>Happy Shopping!</i></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Genevieve Motley Jewellery

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Tuesday Thrills - Vera Bradley Laptop Bags

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Laptop Bags</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">by Vera Bradley<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you've grown tired of that basic black vinyl laptop case, let me introduce you to Vera Bradley. This accessories company was created in 1982, after founders Patricia Miller and Barbara Bradley noticed the need for more feminine looking travel cases. 30 years later, the Vera Bradley brand continues to inject fun and colour into the luggage industry, producing duffel bags, roll-on luggage, school backpacks, toddler bags and laptop cases, which I've featured today.
 <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br />Their signature style is based on quilted cotton travel bags in unique prints and vibrant colours. Prettily patterned on the outside, with a padded interior lining and safety straps, Vera Bradley laptop bags are designed to protect your favourite gadget in style. Utterly girly, slightly rustic and easily functional.
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoDoBQnKIXJ8CBAHqfYCt9frSoIR5GcYruvJ2jU-tXbf8czmAFS4HLnHo25p4PkkGk-3-XCBUbaCLb4dD1JW5bVPd4rzJGnf4AgW7r5ps5m5BdwKbHAbA56antYTBnEs3BwnS88g1uSMW/s1600/laptop+bags.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoDoBQnKIXJ8CBAHqfYCt9frSoIR5GcYruvJ2jU-tXbf8czmAFS4HLnHo25p4PkkGk-3-XCBUbaCLb4dD1JW5bVPd4rzJGnf4AgW7r5ps5m5BdwKbHAbA56antYTBnEs3BwnS88g1uSMW/s640/laptop+bags.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Mini Laptop Case in <i>Twirly Birds Pink</i>. 11 1/4" Width. $52 / R423.30</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. E Reader Sleeve in <i>Suzani</i>. 8" Width. $32 / R260.50</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Laptop Portfolio in <i>Happy Snails</i>. 17" Width. $82 / R667.50</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Mini Laptop Case in <i>Buttercup</i>. 11 1/4" Width. $52 / R423.30</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Laptop Portfolio in <i>Baroque</i>. 17" Width. $82 / R667.50</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. 17" Laptop Sleeve in <i>Mocha Rouge</i>. $45 / R366.30</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Mini Laptop Case in <i>Night & Day</i>. 11 1/4" Width. $52 / R423.30</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. Attaché case in <i>Folkloric</i>. 14" Width $88 / R716.30</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. E-Reader Sleeve in <i>Rhythm & Blues</i>. 8" Width. $32 / R260.50<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>These prices are quite competitive compared to what we get in stores here in South Africa. All the patterns are interchangeable, each bag type/size is available in every print. If you like a specific theme, you will be delightful to know that there is also stationary, wallets, umbrellas and cosmetic cases to match. So you can colour coordinate all your personal portable gadgets. To see the full range, visit </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: navy;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.verabradley.com/"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: none;">verabradley.com</span></span></span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. International shipping is available via </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: navy;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://gifts.barnesandnoble.com/u/vera-bradley/379002384/"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Barnes and Noble</span></span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Happy Shopping!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #a64d79; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Vera Bradley Laptop Bags

Laptop Bags by Vera Bradley If you've grown tired of that basic black vinyl laptop case, let me introduce you to Vera Bradley. This acce...

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Jimmy Choo Winter 2011

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Jimmy Choo Bags & Shoes</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Fall/Winter 2011 Collection<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jimmy Choo's Fall/Winter 2011 collection has already made countless red carpet appearances, thanks to shoe-loving socialites and actresses. The latest range is every bit as glamourous as we could expect, citing a 70's French film noir inspiration. A balance is maintained between wearable winter boots and staggeringly high heels. There are even a few ballet flats thrown in for good measure. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The craftsmanship is exquisite; beautiful shapes are sculpted from luxurious fabrics like velvet, suede, leather and lace. Metallics and leopard print are also a common theme. Besides for the conventional black and nudes, there are sumptuous sandals present in opulent jewel tones. I've been spellbound by the embellished evening sandals, which glitter with crystal covered mesh. Each gorgeous pair of heels is accompanied by a matching belt and handbag. I like the red and black box leather quilted ones. Which are your favourites from this collection?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZB3OrF7GZmDmEQJ5t9PYzwyv1l-MzddXws1_tURYGbpr7FwfdLz9NsZA9uyMCtSOofQSJhMkGSvadVWxbrGt7tCBHhsEG3ouwvtAdNCHb4Eszi19q46Fyjw3kYCdDfJy3fNSyjDNvDvif/s1600/jimmy1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="443" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZB3OrF7GZmDmEQJ5t9PYzwyv1l-MzddXws1_tURYGbpr7FwfdLz9NsZA9uyMCtSOofQSJhMkGSvadVWxbrGt7tCBHhsEG3ouwvtAdNCHb4Eszi19q46Fyjw3kYCdDfJy3fNSyjDNvDvif/s640/jimmy1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuzbmsH4SHGacf1Z9gbXYOA1EzxVxSDIN8jxu-1S7MmYxNwwU5TlJ50HtfI0xd21Ww4WCxaPCI3JjZfEplgq-o-bYoIflwfrDlV8DD5ER6nGzJLxCcdomXMUKMCVha26gEmPdLtO_L6pS_/s1600/jimmy2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="441" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuzbmsH4SHGacf1Z9gbXYOA1EzxVxSDIN8jxu-1S7MmYxNwwU5TlJ50HtfI0xd21Ww4WCxaPCI3JjZfEplgq-o-bYoIflwfrDlV8DD5ER6nGzJLxCcdomXMUKMCVha26gEmPdLtO_L6pS_/s640/jimmy2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXwRwd804S4lWwteb2Lde8OaRiTh4zpmVzqC9Gt0U6JKM5ro9w38BpXvRQniY6qjvKiFSQQi2zS81BuWJAt1GIGx2pxH3KBVgMYoT1lmi5XQ6iyEqQAI8-Ev2R5Bk0BjvCfYE-R7pulf1I/s1600/jimmy4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXwRwd804S4lWwteb2Lde8OaRiTh4zpmVzqC9Gt0U6JKM5ro9w38BpXvRQniY6qjvKiFSQQi2zS81BuWJAt1GIGx2pxH3KBVgMYoT1lmi5XQ6iyEqQAI8-Ev2R5Bk0BjvCfYE-R7pulf1I/s640/jimmy4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLEbep5_FsiMOPYAycKPnIGdf8C_31JAL0ieX37Vp4Tk8Vrckl-K94bmEGY8SOJZsa2HyBNOwzEPvquJOhshOyXiNPu2MKF6lO_CfCDVAnSxsxIglUuPJVqspOr4AhYNXZwWOs67Qi1Vvp/s1600/jimmy3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLEbep5_FsiMOPYAycKPnIGdf8C_31JAL0ieX37Vp4Tk8Vrckl-K94bmEGY8SOJZsa2HyBNOwzEPvquJOhshOyXiNPu2MKF6lO_CfCDVAnSxsxIglUuPJVqspOr4AhYNXZwWOs67Qi1Vvp/s640/jimmy3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiXGjGT8TDb_EMoj9aEdp2JzTX-cKdGU3h4x_1FDHKeuoTRzAxivg9ANx2Sewa9-DeuOoQa4EDIoacMO55PfRtC5jiHvpZmFZLkpV7K4h5p2Xn5mfFfY5RN_95Rx6MB8-z_s86pNQMnaVC/s1600/jimmy5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiXGjGT8TDb_EMoj9aEdp2JzTX-cKdGU3h4x_1FDHKeuoTRzAxivg9ANx2Sewa9-DeuOoQa4EDIoacMO55PfRtC5jiHvpZmFZLkpV7K4h5p2Xn5mfFfY5RN_95Rx6MB8-z_s86pNQMnaVC/s640/jimmy5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLZAV2f3rpMRILSJoS6CrbkgSI6bDfekaboHZIyJ6M0B0MW72x3YZAsT_DNscisHwN1qq84DYmtWQmmCv8yYwlYqKpKPVFdfpKDPuVfFzgwRF3FHxE4XC4il6iH8ZHHW-D4TIZjm-C8WY/s1600/jimmy6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLZAV2f3rpMRILSJoS6CrbkgSI6bDfekaboHZIyJ6M0B0MW72x3YZAsT_DNscisHwN1qq84DYmtWQmmCv8yYwlYqKpKPVFdfpKDPuVfFzgwRF3FHxE4XC4il6iH8ZHHW-D4TIZjm-C8WY/s640/jimmy6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you gotten your cheque book out yet? These heavenly pairs of heels are available for purchase from <a href="http://jimmychoo.com/">jimmychoo.com</a></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Jimmy Choo Winter 2011

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Tuesday Thrills - Eugenia Kim Hats

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Eugenia Kim</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Hats & Hair Accessories</span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">A beautiful hat tops off any outfit with glamour and sophistication. It's one of the easiest accessories to use. You just have to slip it on and immediately your entire look is up-ed a level. It's also a brilliant concealer of bad hair days, which is how Korean born milliner Eugenia Kim's brand was born. Eugenia cleverly disguised a bad haircut using a red feathered hat that she made at New York's <i>Parsons School of </i><i>Design</i>. Her unique design was noticed by Soho boutique owners, who were were so impressed, that they wanted to see more. It seemed she had found her calling, and from there she began a hat-design business.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Eugenia uses luxurious fabrics and quirky, interesting embellishments on her hats. She also designs headbands, scarves and mens hats. Her CFDA-award winning hair accessories have been seen on the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwen Stefani, Nicole Richie, Madonna, Princess Madeleine of Sweden, Chloe Sevigny and many other A-list celebrities. She has also collaborated with fashion designers like Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren, creating exclusive designs for their runway shows. We can also get a piece of designer hair-wear with Eugenia's commercial-friendly range, as shown below.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJpglmHs9Do33dVo_L_6m_mfm59GdYSIhI0leky5ZLpe2m4BWwKLuC9rgdZSfVYtlgrrFIroQjyLS1ClgwdVL1fCbX4iTUAUcRaRpkF2clYvq-HGMlkVQQUi6QvlYBIlpjCMNrXLFthL9W/s1600/ek1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJpglmHs9Do33dVo_L_6m_mfm59GdYSIhI0leky5ZLpe2m4BWwKLuC9rgdZSfVYtlgrrFIroQjyLS1ClgwdVL1fCbX4iTUAUcRaRpkF2clYvq-HGMlkVQQUi6QvlYBIlpjCMNrXLFthL9W/s640/ek1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. <i>Max Gold Leaf Fedora.</i> A khaki felt hat with distressed metallic grosgrain band and bow. $275 / R2035 </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>Kurt Fedora.</i> A camel coloured mohair har with chain and braided leather detail. $297 / R2198</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Max Fedora.</i> A black 100% angora hat with twisted pleat grosgrain band. $297 / R2198</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Max Pine Fedora.</i> A sassy grey fedora with felt band and feather detail. $275 or R2035</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Max Sequin Fedora.</i> One of my favourites, a mink felt hat with glittery sequined chiffon band. $319 / R2360<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRAtuq8FVk_pnHoYhQDOdXVdFxiS3f9GjVbQY0HNc-m9bHHXbp8DhZNIW_u0UjaDbaT7wo06qOMZc_LnwMQRc8n7khbFH2-4PMdStonZ2DVdvsggDK37y7TBg3kI7Lx79UqBy007vhILi5/s1600/ek2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRAtuq8FVk_pnHoYhQDOdXVdFxiS3f9GjVbQY0HNc-m9bHHXbp8DhZNIW_u0UjaDbaT7wo06qOMZc_LnwMQRc8n7khbFH2-4PMdStonZ2DVdvsggDK37y7TBg3kI7Lx79UqBy007vhILi5/s640/ek2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. <i>Keely Small Ruffled Barrette.</i> A 100% silk leopard print fascinator with twill bow. $77 / R569</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>Lila Braid Headband.</i> An antique silver braided metal-mesh headband with ostrich feathers. $99 / R732.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Keely Small Ruffled Barrette.</i> A gunmetal barrette with sequined silk bow. $99 / R732</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Daniella Sequin Headband.</i> A gunmetal or champagne coloured headband in sequined silk. $99 / R732</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Farren Asymmetrical Bow Headband.</i> A purple and green watercolour silk headband with large bow. $88 / R651</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVrY_2YRE9LBZ0zYSVvjxuYaDs0d8B23tj3r4H6_1aDAAoxIWrD5h7sEVL-KC7u2WfH7N10jssSj7FxUeJV9CQK4AgY3F9VC5_vpd-DOM42OsaFA9oNNTj_3uIuBqntbEaJeB9ZLsmABS1/s1600/ek3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="289" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVrY_2YRE9LBZ0zYSVvjxuYaDs0d8B23tj3r4H6_1aDAAoxIWrD5h7sEVL-KC7u2WfH7N10jssSj7FxUeJV9CQK4AgY3F9VC5_vpd-DOM42OsaFA9oNNTj_3uIuBqntbEaJeB9ZLsmABS1/s640/ek3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. <i>Gabriella Portrait Fedora.</i> A black felt hat with a wide ribbon band and ostrich feather. $341 / R2523</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>Carly Floppy Hat. </i>An olive wide brimmed felt hat featuring a tiger striped feathered band. $319 / R2360</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Honey Felt Floppy Hat.</i> A chocolate brown mohair hat adorned with feathers, sequins and a roped band. $385 / R2849</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Cassidy Boho Fedora.</i> A brown angora-felt hat with wide ribbon band. $341/ R2523</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Zoey Hat.</i> A sable shaded bohemian hat with gold studded band and asymmetrical brim. $319 / R2360</span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These splendid pieces are available from various online shopping boutiques like Saks, Net-a-Porter, Asos, Bluefly and Singer22. The prices vary slightly on each site, and the more delicate hats can't be shipped overseas. Visit the <a href="http://www.eugeniakim.com/">Eugenia Kim website</a> to see more of her mens and womens range.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Tuesday Thrills - Eugenia Kim Hats

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Tuesday Thrills - Theodora & Callum Scarves

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of my favourite accessories is a pretty scarf. There are so many wears to wear them and a well-matched, beautifully draped scarf can brighten up any outfit. When it comes to designer scarves, <i>Theodora and Callum</i> are <i>the</i> brand to have. Based in New York, this design duo are creatively influenced by exotic cultures and locations like Bali, Morocco, Turkey, India and the Mediterranean. Their use of colours and eclectic, ethnic prints are a testament to their intercontinental inspired collection. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Theodora and Callum</i> scarves are loved by celebs like Heidi Klum, Jessica Alba, The Kardashian crew, Minka Kelly, Selma Blair and Julia Roberts. The 'Multi Tie All' scarves impress with their versatility - they can be worn as sarongs, dresses, shawls, scarves, skirts or even be used as a beach blanket. There is also a line of 'Wearable Art' scarves, that are all crafted, printed and designed by hand. The styles and prints are so distinct and unique, that you can spot a <i>T&C</i> scarf anywhere. The use of soft, luxurious fabrics like cashmere and linen render them slightly pricey; however each one is a timeless, investment piece. <i>Theodora and Callum</i> also make matching shoes, espadrilles, jewellery and bags. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These are some of my favourite scarves from their current range.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPB2Jn3sjjXt4246WuQxGPMrjNOJJ5wnSlfHNJFKnZz_WGWA2_Qiehsnv4ncaH-iNP7BNr7PYqPH35XMS1NvlPhrou4SR52OtGocdGzj40dwZHect6NkymEsV9wMgVEqOFOlZ43BvOslk/s1600/t%2526c1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPB2Jn3sjjXt4246WuQxGPMrjNOJJ5wnSlfHNJFKnZz_WGWA2_Qiehsnv4ncaH-iNP7BNr7PYqPH35XMS1NvlPhrou4SR52OtGocdGzj40dwZHect6NkymEsV9wMgVEqOFOlZ43BvOslk/s640/t%2526c1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Magenta Theodora Lattice Fringe Scarf. Love the vibrant pink colour. $69 / R486</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Pink Multi India Fringe Wearable Art Scarf. $59 / R416</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Wisteria Theodora Lattice Fringe Scarf. $88 / R620</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Purple Multi Ikat Tie All Scarf. $175 / R1233</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb75bz1WApH0gi1CrOol1xVTqjZtR_gBZFhNulNC6i4Og9AD1YPOXIGZzpnGXfj5hq88BdoW2B-T_AwmtoK7_gBsHav1QEqMI6ww5I61uz6s71ldzwsJXNiaPiTftG4Wm7DgVRhZ6_cZ0/s1600/t%2526c2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb75bz1WApH0gi1CrOol1xVTqjZtR_gBZFhNulNC6i4Og9AD1YPOXIGZzpnGXfj5hq88BdoW2B-T_AwmtoK7_gBsHav1QEqMI6ww5I61uz6s71ldzwsJXNiaPiTftG4Wm7DgVRhZ6_cZ0/s640/t%2526c2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Teal Multi Tiger Key Wearable Art Scarf. $155 / R1092</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Blue Multi Navajo Tie All Scarf. $175 / R1233</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Cobalt C Cashmere Scarf. $298 / R2100</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Blue Multi Paisley Wearable Art Scarf. $89 / R627</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQS38T7Efn97RVU3VMhK3k1l0eca16IgNWOKmjf_W2MHtoXaj-hsFqNlTCIMrgnKYKULHv5hyphenhyphenc2r1KGZyKdv8zP1YE2fFDke2mWEgjfKUm5Jd2hm5xuP3NmYC0XOjFd_ndr52FIEOr_8k/s1600/t%2526c3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQS38T7Efn97RVU3VMhK3k1l0eca16IgNWOKmjf_W2MHtoXaj-hsFqNlTCIMrgnKYKULHv5hyphenhyphenc2r1KGZyKdv8zP1YE2fFDke2mWEgjfKUm5Jd2hm5xuP3NmYC0XOjFd_ndr52FIEOr_8k/s640/t%2526c3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Blue Multi Monaco Metallic Stripe Scarf. $49 / R345</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Pastel Multi Ombre Jersey Scarf. $79 / R557</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Rose Theodora Lattice Fringe Scarf. $88 / R620</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Purple Multi Feathers Wearable Art Scarf. $89 / R627</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjokw63jxcRM7rlMb1xKh8UjY92-DPeQG7QWHB5HZse_rLqNl3O0zxsB2zRoEK-N6pdEzQICoCgXLsBJFFjdwUp8LT8lsqEb5utBa3PrA5A2oj78tMAJN3_sZqhFUZLLTjInS5s3BhoBdE/s1600/t%2526c4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjokw63jxcRM7rlMb1xKh8UjY92-DPeQG7QWHB5HZse_rLqNl3O0zxsB2zRoEK-N6pdEzQICoCgXLsBJFFjdwUp8LT8lsqEb5utBa3PrA5A2oj78tMAJN3_sZqhFUZLLTjInS5s3BhoBdE/s640/t%2526c4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Camel Multi Paint Burst Wearable Art Scarf. $155 / R1092</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. Olive Theodora Lattice Fringe Scarf. $88 / R620</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Olive Multi Batik Leaf Wearable Art Scarf. $89 / R627</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. Black Multi Leopard Wearable Art Scarf. $155 / R1092</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Visit the <a href="http://www.theodoraandcallum.com/">Theodora and Callum website</a> to see more of their 'visually stunning' designs. And while you're there, click on the 'Ways to Wear' icon, which provides you with instructional videos on different ways to wear scarves - looped, knotted, belted, braided, draped, as a cape, dress or skirt. It's really enlightening, you will find so many more ways to multi-task the scarves you already have. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The online <i>Theodora and Callum</i> store only offers postage in the US, but you can purchase your T&C scarf from <a href="http://www.singer22.com/">Singer22</a>, as they provide shipping around the world.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><span id="goog_563537969"></span><span id="goog_563537970"></span>

Tuesday Thrills - Theodora & Callum Scarves

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Royal Wedding Hats

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Elaborate hats and fascinators were the essential accessory at today's Royal Wedding. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">VIP guests wore many versions of the headpiece, from the stylish to the outright insane.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJk08BEtNlHFSl1ACD2in7m08pikq8eIgOxKDCRTRH7CXPH1QRlSB9koJgik4A_OELSNYjOvi2vRfiCgAHVaousGbegkWqEKlbHEQB6WEJ8Ak6WSeGwU5PNdoykPi_BN59WiA_MO8X9jE/s1600/fascinators.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJk08BEtNlHFSl1ACD2in7m08pikq8eIgOxKDCRTRH7CXPH1QRlSB9koJgik4A_OELSNYjOvi2vRfiCgAHVaousGbegkWqEKlbHEQB6WEJ8Ak6WSeGwU5PNdoykPi_BN59WiA_MO8X9jE/s640/fascinators.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Top Row:</span></span></span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Princess Eugenie</span> wears a bold blue headpiece with purple flowers and a spray of white feathers. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Princess Beatrice </span>wears an outrageous structural hat in beige. Did she borrow it from Lady Gaga? Both royal disasters are by milliner Philip Treacy.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spain's <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Princess Letizia</span> matches her dress to her sweet pink tulle-topped hat.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Princess Marie-Chantal</span> of Greece wore a light blue Marie-Antoinette inspired headpiece, decorated with rosettes.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Victoria Beckham</span> opted for an oval pillbox hat with twisted accents in navy blue.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Princess Victoria</span> of Sweden looks classy in a simple coral wide-brimmed straw hat.</span></li><br /></ul><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Bottom Row:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Lady Frederick Windsor</span> dons a sculpted navy blue hat with loops and twirls.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spanish beauty <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Miriam Gonzalez Durantez</span> wore an exotic floral creation in orange. She is the wife of Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">British socialite <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Tara Palmer-Tomkinson</span> looks ridiculous in this bright blue tear-shaped hat. Can she even see properly? She is accompanied by her sister <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Santa,</span>  who wore a flamboyant floral nest.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Royal bride-to-be <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Zara Phillips</span> holds on to her larger-than-life black hat with large flower attached to one side.</span></li><br /><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chancellor George Osbourne's wife, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Frances</span> wore an elaborate black and white feathered fascinator.</span></li><br /></ul></span></span></span>

Royal Wedding Hats

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Dolce & Gabbana - Winter Collection 2011

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Dolce & Gabbana</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Autumn/Winter Collection 2011<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I had stars in my eyes (literally), when I saw the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Dolce & Gabbana</span> runway show on <i>FTV</i>. Stars and musical notes have never looked this grown up. The Italian designers have turned this unexpected punk-rock print into high-end fashion. Add the essential <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">D&G</span> animal print and sparkle, and you have an exuberant, sexy and harmonious collection for Winter 2011.</span></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Masculine vs Feminine</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-n7TWT21gh0de0PDu15BKd-k4uGm0OeeCYQ2fQ1EHwiwxDaTxHw9Fwvzo-lyLITR4KsOpToiXc6GE7CfQDo_cSwv5TAxvdpRl9ayFWmmaadFrDfI94Iw6ci7D7PvknW1M0wf39-9bFg/s1600/dngwinter2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-n7TWT21gh0de0PDu15BKd-k4uGm0OeeCYQ2fQ1EHwiwxDaTxHw9Fwvzo-lyLITR4KsOpToiXc6GE7CfQDo_cSwv5TAxvdpRl9ayFWmmaadFrDfI94Iw6ci7D7PvknW1M0wf39-9bFg/s640/dngwinter2011.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The two main themes of the show alternated between masculine and feminine designs. The colours were basic black and white, with some grey thrown in. Suits had tailored or oversized coats with large collars and lower-rise, slimmer-fitting pants. The masculine looks were enhanced with trilbies, suspenders, vests and ties. Feminine dresses were form-fitting in stretch charmeuse, lace and sheer star-print fabrics.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-weight: bold;">Chiffon and Shimmery Shades</span></div></div></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHa0vvalvvPojK7IYrl-nhxBe0qL5rk_2Xl3s4HvwTIGg2_dGaj1kpAvYCCqysha03hi3FLoL7zUTEk7O1LD9Z3XLtbf41zkUkMwRo2QoLXD7RfWlxw9FiDRKDbvsvF_AA-MNaPRjB_jE/s1600/D%2526G2011winter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHa0vvalvvPojK7IYrl-nhxBe0qL5rk_2Xl3s4HvwTIGg2_dGaj1kpAvYCCqysha03hi3FLoL7zUTEk7O1LD9Z3XLtbf41zkUkMwRo2QoLXD7RfWlxw9FiDRKDbvsvF_AA-MNaPRjB_jE/s640/D%2526G2011winter.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Long chiffon dresses in yellow, turquoise and orange with pussy cat bows elevated the feminine theme. Another prominent feature on the runway was sequins - sequined dresses, tuxedo jackets, trousers and blazer lapels. Vivid purple, deep teal, gold and metallic grey added some colour to the catwalk.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">The Accessories</span></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgGVDof0a5ghq-SdIstM4Wi91ya2rATbeisszb32mLfCN3kotaWVeOHJGQ-RjMnsk5vi2muqwxy9qYgL04MVHt64IwhcyLTDJe18dNVtmh21UmUADSg8pBzXeekHlIyYxlMFVmdc2F2hw/s1600/d%2526g+accessories.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgGVDof0a5ghq-SdIstM4Wi91ya2rATbeisszb32mLfCN3kotaWVeOHJGQ-RjMnsk5vi2muqwxy9qYgL04MVHt64IwhcyLTDJe18dNVtmh21UmUADSg8pBzXeekHlIyYxlMFVmdc2F2hw/s640/d%2526g+accessories.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The jewellery was a continuation of the pop-rock music theme with star-shaped earrings and neckpieces. Miniature pouches were worn on waistbands. Animal print, paillettes, chains and piano keys adorned clutches and leather handbags. Pointed-toe heels in bright shades and prints were worn with ankle socks. Brogues were given a make-over with neon colours, leopard print and sequins. </span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

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Blake Lively For Chanel Handbags

<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Chanel <i>Mademoiselle</i> Handbag Collection 2011</span></span></span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Featuring Blake Lively</span></i></span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIuSWVTANc99Q8NQbmtUtN5OYuE4hL3KPYlXcMENKkbSOLLxnth01tPmFPM895U4yOAv3ASIbhovEAuBhwuUQYz4Ya6gOXvY1_BuIkg65vtTJKpJpdIy6JjK-k9LnLdMZ3rgJFdB7TWfw/s1600/blake+lively+chanel+bags.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIuSWVTANc99Q8NQbmtUtN5OYuE4hL3KPYlXcMENKkbSOLLxnth01tPmFPM895U4yOAv3ASIbhovEAuBhwuUQYz4Ya6gOXvY1_BuIkg65vtTJKpJpdIy6JjK-k9LnLdMZ3rgJFdB7TWfw/s640/blake+lively+chanel+bags.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Blake Lively has come a long way since we first saw her in <i>The Sisterhood of The</i> <i>Traveling Pants. </i>In the movie she played a soccer playing, tank-top wearing tomboy. A far cry from the stylish <i>Serena van der Woodsen</i> we all know on <i>Gossip </i><i>Girl</i>. These days, Blake is not only a style icon, but also the face of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Chanel's </span>Mademoiselle Handbag Campaign for 2011. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This upper-east side mademoiselle is the latest muse of designer <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Karl Lagerfeld</span>, who created the line with her in mind. The mood of the photo shoot is dusky and minimalistic, so that optimal focus is placed on the bags. The collection sees a modern take on the classic <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Chanel</span> bag. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This quilted wonder is a timeless and high-end accessory, perfectly suited for both casual and formal attire. All the bags in the range have a rounded trapeze shape and are available in red, deep blue, gray, black and white. The glossy red one has my name on it :)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

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Tuesday Thrills - Victoria Beckham Eyewear

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Sunglasses Spring/Summer 2011</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">by Victoria Beckham<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Victoria Beckham has had a far more successful career as a fashion designer than a solo artist. Besides for just denim, dresses and handbags, she has now extended her design expertise to sunglasses. Her Spring/Summer 2011 collection features a chic and diverse range of sunglasses. </span></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">All pairs are hand-made and have a classic, yet modern appeal. There are styles to suit all tastes and face shapes, from aviators and wayfarers to square and retro designs. Aside from basic black, earthy colour has been added to the range in moss green, gray and taupe. </span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsajlfRJw_MdZbgpSKrBQ3W6tIMTZzSHhyphenhyphenmxvtWoAK5vAnDs3Mq5sqwZnjqwiZVdMYCd_417tmOg1v7yjttl4nOfzCSF-RCGJkOJKwvDtrXnT7ucbrZ7LYFy7u7mLI1tebcKuYWpRYhj4/s1600/vb+eyewear+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsajlfRJw_MdZbgpSKrBQ3W6tIMTZzSHhyphenhyphenmxvtWoAK5vAnDs3Mq5sqwZnjqwiZVdMYCd_417tmOg1v7yjttl4nOfzCSF-RCGJkOJKwvDtrXnT7ucbrZ7LYFy7u7mLI1tebcKuYWpRYhj4/s640/vb+eyewear+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1.<i> Perfect Square Smoke</i> - A transparent gray crystal frame with graduated brown lens.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>18 Carat Gold</i> <i>Classic Aviator</i> - Limited edition gold-metal framed aviator with a layered 18 carat gold lens.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Modern Cat Black</i> - A classic black cat-eye frame with solid black lens. Very Audrey Hepburn.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Silver Visor </i>- Silver wrapped frame with graduated brown visor lens.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UJ0iIDRhNt6fI8TDcpCrd7mTNp6hy58vbGmpTLfyAoiTFdIF58m5m_lWoWmqMSvBoBJ3kwd_cqH0w2p_dcd8frWxuITvrdthN38oIeJs0pA9F-GdF9sbIlJeiPuC6e-3blu4ShF4Yq4/s1600/vb+eyewear.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UJ0iIDRhNt6fI8TDcpCrd7mTNp6hy58vbGmpTLfyAoiTFdIF58m5m_lWoWmqMSvBoBJ3kwd_cqH0w2p_dcd8frWxuITvrdthN38oIeJs0pA9F-GdF9sbIlJeiPuC6e-3blu4ShF4Yq4/s640/vb+eyewear.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Modern Cat</i> - A light gray lamé cat-eye frame with mirrored gray lens.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. <i>Classic Aviator Midnight</i> - Simple metal frame with tonal purple mirrored lens. Very hip.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. <i>Silver Wayfarer</i> - A white and silver acetate frame with dark solid lens.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. <i>Large </i><i>'V' Taupe</i> - A taupe coloured oversized frame with graduated lens and signature 'v' shaped brow.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These sunnies are stylish and provide 100% UV protection. I like <i>3</i> for a timeless look, <i>2</i> for some shine and <i>6</i> to jazz things up. The sunglasses sell from R2 440 to R5 500 on <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/">Polyvore</a>. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /><br /></i></b></span>

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