Tom Binns DIY...

.... with a little help from a friend! I talked shit about doing a DIY project back here - of course it never happened but I had a pleasant surprise when I unexpectedly ended up in Toronto for work this week and stopped by my BFF's for a little catch-up. Being the crafty and creative type that she is - she had crafted me my own Tom Binn's necklace out of 2 vintage rhinestone necklaces, plus some other bits and bobs she had kicking around. Amazing no? Had to share! I knew you'd love it too!

Nicholas Kirkwood Boots for Erdem...

....I think I just died a little inside! Enquiring minds need to know: Are these actually being produced?? Anyone....

pic: Purple Diary

The Award for Best Outerwear....

...goes to BURBERRY! The whole collection is outstanding, however; the outerwear is exceptional. The sherpa pieces happen to be my favorite - but the military and school-girl coats are equally worth a mention. The palette of murky greens and taupes appeals to my on-going allergy to real colour. Following up last seasons' lace-up-boot smash hit - has got to be the sherpa lined buckle boots. Are you with me??

What's Better Than...

...boots on sale? Found these lovelies 50% off in London. Of course they followed me home. Their dusty greyed-out taupe colour is divine and instantly updates all that black. Love.

For Les Createurs...

I am a jacket girl. There I said it. Some girls can't live without their dresses, some like a great sweater - but me - I REALLY appreciate a good jacket. So how was it that I was living without great jacket adornment??? Good friend A brought me such a trinket home from a recent visit to Soeul, Korea... behold...

...it may not look like much but when paired with a great jacket - magic happens! Pixie market army jacket - suddenly better! Black Givenchy military - if possible - better! Best friends well worn vintage jean jacket - not possible - but maybe even a little better?! And last but not least basic black from Zara - just what the doctor ordered.

Now for all you DIY-ers out there... you know what to do!

The End

Must admit that I'm a bit of an Acne fan-girl. Loving this post-apocalyptic (or pre-apocalyptic??) collection for Fall 2010. I'm feeling the need to dress like a warrior and fight to the death. You?

And on a less serious note - heading to Paris/London tomorrow. Will be out of touch for 10 days. Perhaps this will brighten my mood? Til then...

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Tee's Me

Are you dying?? Hannah Holman doing Alexander Wang T's campaign. I'm in love with the look of the campaign - and the product. Liking that he's expanded the range with some stripes and zippy knits. Thinking I may need one of each.

Oh ya - have to add that a certain store has done their own version of the pocket tee... nice fabric and half the price?!