Sissy Nude Cardigan - the girl never gets older

Check out Marlenka from 'the girl never gets older' looking fabulous in our Sissy Nude Cardigan teamed with vintage shorts and striped tights for an effortlessly chic look. We love her retro style and the mixture of textures and patterns she puts together to create totally unique outfits. We think she looks great!!

Bright & Beautiful

Forget the winter blues and check out these neon goodies! Designers have already emphasised bright neon colours and colour-blocking for this summer so why not start stocking up now.From high fashion runways to Kate Spade and J Crew, bright rainbow colours are everywhere. There are fun and wearable ways in which these dayglo hues can be incorporated with everyday outfits so you don’t have to go head-to-toe neon.


Although the neon trend has been around before this time it appears to be softer with a more gentle approach. For instance just wearing one brightly coloured item or teaming with nude, paler shades for a more sophisticated look. Neon isn’t just going to have an effect on our wardrobes it will also be cropping up in our make-up bags and interiors. Statement neon nail varnishes and bright blushes will help add a touch of colour without going overboard. In the home, colour can be injected via decorative accessories, emulsion and textiles to add a distinct personality.

So to avoid looking like you’re about to attend some 80’s rave in a hideously garish neon ensemble, just try teaming one or two items together for a zingy but fresh look.

Neon Leather Belt : Marc Jacobs, Neon Canvas Platform Sandals : Zara, Pink Bubble Earrings : Siren London, Eternity Vintage Blue Dress : Siren London, Fluoro Satchel : The Cambridge Satchel Company, Candice Prom Dress : Siren London, Python Box Clutch : Emilio Pucci, Neon Nail Polish : American Apparel, Hand Painted Crystal Necklace : Etsy

Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring 2012

And just to prove fashion has taken a deliciously fruity turn; check out Rossella Jardini’s latest collection for Moschino. Fun and fabulous apple print dresses, oversized strawberry-topped clutches and carrot-shaped buttons make up this tasty collection, a real feast for the eyes.

Fruit motifs are one of this season’s key trends and this collection is both elegant and quirky. The clean cut style is accented with oversized apple motifs to create truly eye-catching, statement pieces. For fun designs and the ultimate in feel-good fashion you need look no further than Moschino’s latest collection.

Feeling Fruity...

Adorable apple shaped designs and prints are everywhere we look, from high street brands to catwalk collections. We've taken a little look at some of the irresistible apple-adorned goodies available at the moment and they most definitely do not disappoint. What better way to add a fruity pop of colour to your wardrobe than with some of these yummy treats!


Delicious Apple Necklace : Urban Outfitters
Apple & Dots Dress : Miu Miu
Cropped Cardigan : Siren London
Swarovski Crystal Apple Earrings : Miu Miu

Chinoserie table and pineapple lamp

Ever since I discovered the Martha stewart Blog, I was obsessed. Being based in the UK, we are a bit ignorant of Ms Martha. But the queen of craft is certainly welcome in my constant DIY craze home.

See this following picture, I was very intriqued about the simple coffee table turning to something so devine. Since I don't have a tray table, and making a pixelgraz cut for my table is just a bit complicated for my liking, I've been dreaming up my own version ever since. My hubby got this sturdy and useful table from our local charity shop for £5. It's very useful, but also very plain. So while I was wondering in our local wilko, saw that this particular colour of paint- ( like a soft teal blue) colour was in the sale for £6, I thought it might work for our little corner next to the couch.

Can you see how ugly the lamp was? Yes it was a pineapple shape, but in a hideous green and brown shade all over it, not to mention the very broken lamp shape. It's a score on ebay for £2.50, so I am not complaining. I had always wanted a pineapple lamp ala the bottom photo. For something like over £250 for one, I think crafting is just the only way for me.

Since the table is made out of cheap MDF, I am not afraid to paint it. Not all wood work is born the same way, sometimes they are just crying out for some colour.

I did not prime the table, but I did paint it 3 coats on a sunny day. I personally perfer to stick to the same paint, and not waste any more dollar for more paint. I bought this chrome vintage campaign corners on ebay, and I happened to have some craft oil base paint, ( purposed for my doll house furniture). I really prefer all the brassware and the painting to be gold, but it turn out a lot softer with the blue in silver. After the blue paint dried, I glue the corners with my old faithful 'fabrictac' glue. This glue really can use for everything.

I draw the chrysanthemum outline with pencil, inspired by a drawing I googled. You can't really do wrong with chrysanthemum, because their shape is so lucid and wild, you can really have lots of errors with it. Just paint across it or wipe it with a dry cloth.

After the flowers are draw with silver paint, I thought it would be nice with some highlights. So I used the same kind of oil base paint to draw on the areas that I think needs a bit of a lift.

I am loving this blog little green notebook, it talks extensively how to use gloss paint, and her favourite is rustolenum and benjamin moore. You can't buy Benjamin Moore in UK, but I hunt down this website in UK does. I bought their spray paint (topcoat) and in orange. It is the best decision I ever made. Their paint is just the best if you want gloss effect. Don't buy anything else, because I've learn from many painful mistakes. It's even cheaper than normal oil base paint. So win win all around. Don't panic it says it's metal paint, it glides beautifully on wood. I spray paint my lamp orange, and changed the shade. The lamp shade is £4, not ideal for me, but it will do for now.

I added some bits and bobs from local charity shop for my table, so far it has'nt been damaged from my little one yet.

I score the pair of silver plated candle stick for £1.50 from our local charity shop, the pearl dish with lovely multi resin drops from Zara for £7.99 in the sale, and the fan glass tray for £2 a pair in another charity shop.The frames on the wall are £1.00 from Poundland, and I used some faboulous prints from this book called This is Hong Kong. Being born in Hong kong, it is a constant reminder of home. I hope you like what I've done with my little corner. I will be updating our home, and constantly put in lots of new changes, stay tuned!