Local Designer: Rocaille Jewellery

Yet again Instagram proves to not just be good for posting the occasional cheesy selfie and creeping on people's pics.  I found this totally AMAZing jewellery designer while looking at a post from the Rebecca Bree store (which, by the way, is the coolest store ever!).

Not only are her designs one-of-a-kind statement pieces with a classic yet punk edge, the designer is local!!  Who doesn't love to support and show love to a fellow Vancouverite?

Since its debut in late 2010, ROCAILLE jewels have been featured in Flare Magazine, Lou Lou Magazine, and plenty more.

The name "ROCAILLE" (ro'kai) finds its origins in the 18th century European "rococo" style, a movement characterized by whimsy, romance and ornaments.

Here are just a few of her beautiful pieces...

To view or purchase one of her pieces, click here or visit the Rebecca Bree store at 3680 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC or online at http://www.rebeccabree.com.

xo. 

L.

New Music

Sevyn Streeter just dropped the remix to her original track called "It Wont Stop" featuring Chris Brown.  I'm really liking this girl.  She's got an Aaliyah vibe to her.

Took me a few listens to feel this song but now I can't stop boppin' my head to this sweet little semi-slow jam...

Happy listening!

xo.

L.

What I Wore

I always find it tough to look cute while making a conscious effort to not look like a total over dressed bozo in hipster-ville Whistler.  

Here are a few OOTD from this past weekend in Whistler (for my Mom who is probably reading this and has no clue what OOTD means: its the abbreviation for "Outfit Of The Day").  

Tank - Beach boutique in Whistler, Leopard Coat - Mink Pink (Sold here),

Yoga Pants - Lululemon, Sneakers - Converse, Bag - Prada

Sweater - Shopbop, Leather Biker - H&M, Pants - Rag & Bone,

Sandals - Zara, Bag - Prada

Top, Blazer, Skort and Fringe Bag - Zara 

Sneakers - Converse, Sunnies - Ray Ban 

Didn't wear this in Whistler, but this was my outfit for Casual Friday last week....

Lace top - Mink Pink, Blazer - Zara, Pants - Club Monaco 

Leopard horsehair loafers - Steve Madden, Bag - Prada

Can you guys tell I love red? (especially my red bag and blazer).  I have definitely got my use of those two items this season!

xo.

L.

Artist: Charmaine Olivia

Happy Monday!!  Although, is there even such a thing as a happy Monday?

Anyways, I am in the midst of moving into a new home and re-decorating is one of the many things I am looking forward to. 

While scouring for art to put up in the new pad, I found this artist on Instagram by the name of Charmaine Olivia.  Her work instantly caught my attention because of the beautiful colors she works with and the sexiness of her subjects.  

Charmaine Olivia is a self taught artist that grew up in San Diego, but now resides in San Francisco.  She is the hot new artist on the scene, having exhibited in more art shows this year than the number of fingers on your hands. 

I thought I would share a few of my favs from her work.  The bonus, today she is offering 10% off any of her prints. 

Visit here to view and buy her work.

Have an awesome Monday everyone!

xo.

L.

3.1 Phillip Lim x Target

September 15th people.  Mark your calendars.  Why you ask?  Because Phillip Lim's collaboration with Target is hitting stores. 

Fall fashion just got real!  After a sneak peak in May, we've  finally been able to get a full look at Phillip Lim's collection for Target in its entirety.

Generally speaking, high-low designer collaborations have seen better days.  The only high-low designer collaboration i've ever given any attention to was Missoni for Target.  This, however, has me excited and is going to restore my faith in high-low collabs.  

Lim went all-in on a capsule collection of inexpensive bags for both women and men as well. Some of the bags are faux-leather reinterpretations of Lim hits, most notably the Pashli, but there are also some new shapes, including an orange-and-purple leopard tote that’s the star of the accessories collection.  Some Phillip Lim Pashli owners will probably be mad at the Pashli spin-offs, but it’s exactly the type of bag that Target would imitate anyway, so Lim might as well get some of the credit (and revenue) for those cheaper versions.

Peep my favorite pieces from the collection below:

Prices will range from $30 to $300 and available in Target stores on September 15.

xo.

L.

New Music

The Dream just released his visuals to his totally dope new song entitled "Too Early".  Once the first half of Mr. Nash overdoing it with the auto-tune passes, the song really gets good.  Such an incredibly sultry record.

Enjoy!

xo.

L.

Purple Rain

I bet the first thing that comes to mind is that totally awesome song by Prince.  As much as I love Prince, today's blog post is not about him, its about one of the IT colours for fall.  

The colour purple has been used for centuries to denote luxury, royalty, and even spirituality.  Seen all over runways, Tom Ford, Marchesa, Alberta Ferreti and many others, have created many of their designs based on the color of power.  Purple is an assured style investment this year.

"Historically purple was only worn by an elite few, but in autumn/winter 2012-2013 it will be for everyone," explains Vogue fashion editor Francesca Burns. "It is undoubtedly the color of the collections."

Indigo, eggplant, lavender, or violet, as long as it can be considered a shade of purple it is hot for fall.  Fall's purple hues can be mixed with other colors. It is best to pick colors that will make purple pop. Good color matches are black, white, gold, silver, and the color of the year emerald.

Some of my favourite purple shoes & accessories for this season...

Some fall pieces that I would love in my wardrobe...

This Christopher Kane hoodie rocks but look out for a version at Forever 21 for a fraction of the price....

A few street shots rocking the hue of the upcoming season...

So whether its purple shoes, bags, nails or even hair you decide to rock this season, you can do no wrong.  I mean, Francesca Burns said it, so it must be so!  

xo.

L

New Music

Dear Monday, I want to break up.  I'm seeing Tuesday and dreaming about Friday.  Sincerely, it's not me, it's you.

Here are two new tracks to help with the Monday blues.  The Weeknd has remixed “Royals,” the smash hit from his labelmate Lorde, who, by the way, is only 16!  You go girl!

and a new one from Drake...

So in love with this track!  Total 80's feel and brings me back to Drake's "So Far Gone" days (his best sound to date in my opinion).  If this is a glimpse at the direction he's taking his new album, I am so excited!

xo.

L.

What I wore - Casual Fridays

Thank God it’s Friday! And not only for the obvious reason that we have the next two days off, but also for the fact we have casual day at the office every Friday. Wahoo!  

I tend to push the envelope at times and perhaps go a bit too casual for the office, but in any case, here are a few of my casual Friday outfits…

 ...that reminds me, I need to start wearing this House of Harlow necklace again...

I didn't wear this one to the office, but its a good casual outfit idea...

 

Have a great weekend everyone!

Xo

L.