Crystal Cocktail-table

This post by Talenthouse caught my eye when scrolling through my Facebook Newsfeed. This beautifully crafted one of a kind "Sparkle Palace Cocktail-table" has been created by designer John Foster. It uses glass and reflection to create an enchanting colour display. Practical and pretty: right up my street! 

Craftsmanship, Hard work and Talent

[Screen-shot of Film produced by Zoe. Follow link below to view.]

So those of you that are loyal long time viewers will know a while back a friend and I set up a small brand called XPOSE. The intention was for us to gain practical experience in our desired fields. 

That was achieved along with lots of fun! 

This talented girl always surprised me with her film making skills. Now in her final year of University Zoe has impressed me yet again with her VIMEO - Made By Me.

A lot of hard work has gone into this, and this is evident from viewing this "Short Documentary film focusing on the importance of craftsmanship and handmade goods."

Definitely worth a view people! 

: http://vimeo.com/115640200

Pre-Fall Frenzy

So as February nears ever closer, I cannot help my excitement exploding inside of me when viewing the Pre-fall fashion designs from Rebecca Taylor.

Here are two of my favourite looks from the collection. I particularly love the leather jacket with its element of individuality. Visit style.com for the rest of the collection! Safe to say I am looking forward to my placement with the brand! 

[Rebecca Taylor]

[From Style.com]

Brand New, Brands and Individuality

The picture below may not be the best I have ever taken, but after yet another fabulous shift in my local charity shop and a little shop there myself, I want to stress how fabulous some items you can get there are! 

Today for £7 I purchased a full suit in great condition and a Ralph Lauren jumper.  

As economy causes you to get less and less for your money it does baffle me how people have not jumped onto the charity shop shopping bandwagon! 

On our shifts we gratefully sift thorough the many bags of donated goods and ensure that what we put out is of near new condition. Many high end brands and made in Britain produce also make their way onto the shelves on a regular basis! 

Snowmen, Teddies and Thank-yous

So today I made and wrote thank you cards for my birthday and Xmas. Some people think that's just for kids, but I think it's important to show your appreciation for the thought and trouble they have went through. I make each one personal and include a few lines for the individual. 

So while I'm on a role I want to say thank you to all my readers for well reading! 

Never too old to draw a picture

So today I'm 20! No longer a teenager I  feel now is the time that I need to grow up. However when it came to visiting my Great Auntie Ruby I still took her a drawing I had done for her. I love drawing and expressing my love through it as well. It's something personal, which shows thought and has meaning. Drawing isn't just for kids. Big kid as can be creative too! 

New Year, New Season, New Trends

So with sales still on and new season's stock also entering the shops many will want to start using their Christmas  money to update their wardrobe for the new year. 

Here are some of Spring/Summer 2015's key trends to get you started: 

WHITE WONDER

[Balmain]

DENIM 

[Marques'Almeida]

FRINGING

[Alberta Ferretti]

 LEATHER WHATEVER THE WEATHER

[Derek Lam]

GINGHAM GIRL

[Altuzarra]

 TINY BIT OF TUMMY 

&

POCKETS, POCKETS, POCKETS

[Marc Jacobs]

FEMALE FULL SUIT -SHORT CUT

[Vivienne Westwood - Red Label]

GROUPIE GIRL

[Tommy Hilfiger]

 FLOWER-POWER

[Jeremy Scott]

[Illustrations Produced by Jessica Lewis and Garments from Spring 2015 Shows]