Today should have been my monthly Object’s of Desire posting, where I would post something ultra extravagant, if I had unlimited funds and/or a Black Amex card. Unfortunately my day started really late, so instead of giving you a half ass post, I’m posting a few of my favourite things.
I’m totally in love with the entire J. Mendel collection, lots of black {my favourite colour} as well as a strong reds, camels and greys. Click here to be taken to their boutique.
J. Mendel Collection
J. Mendel Collection
I love these Miu Miu Gingham Sandals
Gingham taken to an elegant high level
Isn’t this skirt something! It’s just perfect with the chambray blouse!
Loving this Stepen dweck Multi Stone Ring ~ $495 @ Neiman Marcus
We’ve always got to have some extra vivid colour in our lives!
One last hurrah before summer is officially over ~ Here is the Grey Goose Cherry Noir Hampton’s Punch ~ click image for recipe
To everyone in the U.S., have a safe, amazing and sunny Labor Day weekend!
A couple of months ago, my sister sent me a beautiful image of a amethyst ring she had just purchased back home in London; what was ironic was that I had bought a very similar ring here in the U.S., maybe 6 months before; talk about having the exact same tastes.
Decadorn Jewelry is the vision of Helen Bailey, who graduated from Nottingham Trent University, with a degree in Textile Design. Her online bazaar sells unique and striking statement jewelery. Before starting her own company, Helen worked as a high street Fashion & Accessories Buyer for over 10 years; and therefore has an amazing and experienced eye for detail.
Each piece is absolutely stunning, consisting of mostly Agate, Amethyst and Crystal Quartz {among other semi precious crystals}. Helen also creates beautiful beaded bracelets of various metals, which are inlaid within a leather cord. For such beautiful jewelry, her prices are absolutely fantastic! I’m hoping to have my own fingers and neck adorned with Decadorn in the near future.
One of my favourite stores back home in London, Selfridges, is featuring the new Louis Vuitton pop up store, and they’ve gone a little dotty! Selfridges is visualizing the magical world of Yayoi Kusama, who is a Japanese artist and writer, who has worked in a wide variety of mediums.
This gorgeously designed pop-up store is filled with pumpkins inspired by her artwork and a stunning collection of exclusive, luxury, spotty accessories. For me, this is a magical wonderland of one of my favourite brands.
Selfridges is always pushing the envelope with their quirky, yet elegant window displays and interior embellishments. I would love to be there right now to view this display for myself. The website is a treat too, with its polka dot theme and sleek sliding images, it’s worth taking a look. Who knew polka dots could be so chic!
To see more of the beautiful collection, and to view behind the scenes images click here.
Today I went for my usual biweekly hair cut, and decided to stop in The Gap; I’m glad I did! I found these cute fuchsia suede flats above for $39.95 and with my 40% off coupon, I got them for a steal. I was happy as a clam after that! I’m loving the ad with principal ballet star, Yuan Yuan Tan of the San Francisco Ballet; that’s quite a pose she’s striking there.
How will I wear these shoes: probably with black skinny cropped trousers and a black fitted tee, with a statement necklace and my trusty Louis Vuitton Speedy 35 bag on my arm. Let’s keep it simple 🙂
Also, while out and about, I decided to treat myself to some orange dyed sunflowers. I love sunflowers, they just make a room all chic and cheery.
I was a little hesitant to post this image as I have no idea who designed this stunning creation of a dress. My sister always advises me, to try to post designer information whenever possible. If anyone knows who the designer is, please let me know.
The fit; the beading, the swirl of the train, with its Pucciesque print {could it be Pucci?} is in a word… Gorgeous! The print reminds me of the beautiful latte art some baristas are able to create with steaming milk; a skill in itself, which can take years to master.
Well my Harper’s Bazaar arrived in the mail yesterday and was not forced into my mail box, but placed nicely on the stairs by Ms. Mail Lady. I’ve got one more to go (Elle) and then I’ll do my homework to see what trends I’ll incorporate into my wardrobe this season.
I must say the Harper’s Bazaar magazine is less impressive in size then Vogue’s 916 pages; coming in at a wimpy 550 pages, (yes I know Vogue has a gazillion more ads). I could swear there were more pages in Harper’s last year; although I remember reading somewhere, that all the September issues are 20% bigger this year. I’ll let it slide though, because Harper’s really is my all time favourite of all the fashion magazines. What’s yours?
Hello Dahhlings… After battling a slight cold, I’m back. Today I’m relaxing with my must read material, August’s Harper’s Bazaar (yes I’m very behind on this one) and Vogue’s 916 page September issue {it’ weighs a ton}. To help me through this strenuous task, I’m sipping on a watermelon mojito.
I discovered this delicious recipe last week via fellow blogger at Keep Calm and Eat On {read post here}. My mojito has a lot more mint in it, because that’s my taste. Visit Keep Calm’s blog to see the gorgeous photos she posted and to get the mojito receipe {read her blog while you’re there}, you’ll be glad you did.
I’m now anxiously awaiting the arrival of my Harper’s Bazaar and Elle magazine’s huge September issues, which should be forced into my mailbox soon.
After I posted this stunning wedding dress last week, I received quite a few questions via email and this blog asking where to find the dress, and were there more photos. I originally found the dress on Pinterest. I still believe this is a custom-made dress.
One of my new followers who goes by the name Precious (aka Valerie M-W.), did some very chic sleuthing and found the rest of the gown for me. I was originally contacted by her friend Soyini G. who is getting married and was hoping to see more photos; well she enlisted Precious and now because of both of them, I am able to show you these beautiful images. Thank you ladies!
While perusing for ideas, I came across these gorgeous images relating to fashion, from the African diaspora. The colours are simply stunning, which causes the images to simply pop from the page. I’m totally loving the dress above. This couple looks like they just got married at city hall and are now about to paint the town every colour under the sun.
There are many wonderful designers coming out of the African continent, it’s time they had more of a visual presence throughout the fashion industry.
We need more of these fashions readily available to us here in the States. If you design gorgeous garments, jewelry and/or accessories, please contact me at lana@maylana.com; I’d love to feature you on this blog. See my blog post “Where Do You Sika” featuring designs by Phyllis Taylor the owner of Sika Designs, who is of Ghanaian descent and is based in London. Click here.
Kiara Kabukuru & Debra Shaw in Christian Dior Haute Couture
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