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In Daily Musings, New Loves! on August 15, 2012 at 11:02 am
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!
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Africa, African diaspora, African Fashion Designer, African Women, Art, Design, Designer, Fashion, Fashion Industry, Fashion Photography, Fashion week, Ghana, Haute couture, Kenya, London, Nigeria, Photography, Shopping, style
In Daily Musings on August 14, 2012 at 10:32 am
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
The gorgeous Kiara Kabukuru
Fashion, Liberty's of London, London, London Olympic Games, Nike, Nike & Liberty's, online magazines, Shoe, shoes, Shopping, Sneakers, Trainers
In Daily Musings, New Loves! on August 9, 2012 at 1:57 pm
Photography by Sam Hofman, Set Design by Anna Lomax for AnOther online magazine
I just discovered this gorgeous Liberty Track Spike trainer (sneaker) via AnOther, which is one of my favourite online magazines. I love this online publication for its funky vibe, great articles and gorgeous photos.
The collaboration between Nike and Liberty’s of London has produced some unusual and funky combinations. See full article at AnOther here. I wish they’d also make it as a sneaker, I’d be first in line for this one. On sale exclusively at Liberty’s Of London £150 {approx. $234)
Liberty’s is one of my favourites stores to visit when I go home to London; to see more of what they have to offer,visit them here: http://www.liberty.co.uk/
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In Daily Musings on August 8, 2012 at 10:30 am
Happy Wednesday Dahhlings. I have quite a few new followers and I want to Thank You all so much, for taking the time out to read my posts, and for your follows. Above is a collage which gives you a small snapshot into who I am and what I do. My day usually starts off at 6:00 a.m. with a 30-45 minute walk/run, a healthy breakfast (most days); then it’s hours of online research, finding tidbits of inspiration for my blog posts, as well as being out and about networking, and absorbing the outside world, which is one massive blog post in itself!
I also have an online store of the same name www.etsy.com/shop/maylanascloset, which consists of vintage, handmade, and All Things Beautiful™ (more items coming soon). There’s also my original boutique www.maylana.com which is now for promotional purposes. My company originally started with crochet accessories and now includes iPad covers (Look out for this Fall’s crochet collection). From there, I started my blog, then I opened my online vintage store; so far it’s been an incredible ride. I’ve met some wonderful and supportive like-minded people along the way.
Why is there a pink typewriter you ask? I have a passion for old-fashioned typewriters. Not long ago, I was able to pick up a Remington Noiseless for $7 at a garage sale (which you can see above) and I’m now on the hunt for a pink Royale (which I’m finding out are pretty expensive on eBay!).
You’ll rarely see me without my Prada Baroque sunglasses, I love those things; they are a true statement accessory, they are ME! Oh, and I love Peonies and Sunflowers; and of course, I always deserve new shoes!!
It was difficult to choose which collage to include, so I included them both; they’re pretty much the same with some variations. So there you have it, a teeny tiny glimpse into the world of Maylana’s Closet.
Again, Thank You so much for following. Have yourselves a fantastic Wednesday! Smooches!
Accessories, Boots, Footwear, Jeffrey Campbell, shoes, Shopping, Women's
In Daily Musings, New Loves! on August 3, 2012 at 10:13 am
Just discovered these booties from one of my favourite shoe designers, Jeffrey Campbell. This cute pair called the Antonio, I would have called them Victoria, or Elizabeth myself, but I digress.
These vintage inspired booties are a beautiful nude colour with gold accents. It’s the gold ornamentation, which really got me; it’s nice to have a bit of flash on your shoes/boots. These will definitely be going on my Autumn/Winter wish list. Also available in black suede.
Price: $305 ~ Available at Bona Drag Click Here
Happy Friday Dahhlings! Have yourselves an extraordinary weekend… Mwah!
August, August 2012, Fashion, Harper's Bazaar UK, harpers bazaar, Haute couture, Joan Smalls, Julia Stegner, Shopping, Summer, Vogue, Vogue Korea
In Daily Musings on August 1, 2012 at 12:27 pm
It’s not very often I write 2 blog posts in one day, but I just had to acknowledge the fact that it’s already August. Where did July go??? It seems to me that 2012 is going by in a flash. Wasn’t it just recently we were freezing to death in winter, then we were baking to death a couple of weeks ago; and now we’re already more than half way through the year. We’re going to blink and it’s going to be Thanksgiving… Wow!
I hope you’re enjoying your summer and still accomplishing your new year’s resolutions… Are they even still in effect; did you create new ones; or abandon them altogether?
Above is the beautiful Joan Smalls, on the cover of the August 2012 issue of Vogue Korea; and below is Julia Stegner on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar UK, fitting don’t you think?
Happy Wednesday Dahhlings!
Crochet, Designer Wedding Dress, Fashion, Gown, Haute couture, Shopping, Wedding, Wedding Dress
In Daily Musings on August 1, 2012 at 9:25 am
Get married that is! This could possibly be the dress for me. There is only one word for this gown… STUNNING! As someone who crochets, this is simply amazing to me.
The intricacy of the stitchwork is simply remarkable craftsmanship. To me it truly is a museum quality work of art. I’m sure it took many months, or at least a year to create.
Disclaimer: Dress image obtained via Pinterest
Accessories, Champs-Elysees., Fashion, Leather Suitcases, Louis Vuitton, Luggage, Luxury Goods, Paris, Shopping, style, Travel, vacation
In Daily Musings, Object's of Desire on July 30, 2012 at 9:17 am
Happy Monday Dahhlings… I hope you had a wonderful weekend! I had a headache most of Saturday, but perked up again yesterday.
My sister and I have been discussing our upcoming birthdays, and we’re floating a few ideas around. There will definitely be travel involved; so for my 2nd Objects of Desire posting, I decided that a full set of Louis Vuitton Luggage would be the perfect post, since we’re discussing travel. Of course, we’d need our own private G5 plane (You can’t fly commercial with luggage like this!). Louis Vuitton is one of the most timeless and classic luxury brands around. The company has been in existence since 1854.
Mr. Vuitton was first commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte’s wife as her personal box-maker and packer in 1852. The signature monogram canvas above, was launched by Louis Vuitton’s son Georges Vuitton in 1896.
For those of you not familiar with my Objects of Desire postings, I started this series about a month ago, to be posted at the end of each month. It’s my way of expressing to you, all of the extravagant things I would buy if money were no object (Hey a girl can dream can’t she!). Now… where shall we go?
To read last month’s’ post “A Bentley Passion” Click Here
Wishing you the most amazing, extraordinary and fabulous week.
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Audrey Hepburn, ball gown skirt, Black tie, Clothing, Couture, Fashion, Footwear, Formal wear, Prada, Shopping, style, Trousers, Tuxedo, Valentino
In Daily Musings, New Loves! on July 26, 2012 at 9:31 am
These Valentino gold heeled Oxfords; from his F/W 2012 collection. I discovered them yesterday, and immediately fell in Love. I’m normally a 4″ heel girl, but I think my tastes are changing and I’m becoming a bit more diverse when it comes to my shoes. The high shine, on these are stunning, but what gets me more is the gold heel. Wow!
How would I wear: a tuxedo jacket with a low-cut close-fitting blouse (or with nothing underneath, but some strategically placed body tape), with either a pair of tuxedo shorts, a long black evening skirt (with a back split), or pair the tuxedo jacket with some really skinny black ankle length cigarette pants (a la Audrey Hepburn), Prada baroque sunglasses, red lipstick, and a little gold beaded clutch! In my opinion, Tres Chic and very European!
Another idea, how about a crisp white tailored shirt, tucked into a black full length ball gown skirt with in-seam side pockets and a wide patent leather belt (remember you can thrift all of this!). At $745 these shoes would take some saving up, but a girl can dream can’t she?
If you’re so inclined click here to buy. If you think they’re too masculine, always remember ladies, a confident Diva can make anything look feminine!
I love my Prada Baroque Sunglasses ~ Best purchase ever!
Smooches Dahhlings!
Arts, Design, Fashion, Home Decor, Kate Spade, little trinkets, Shopping, style
In Daily Musings, New Loves! on July 24, 2012 at 9:48 am
I found out about these charming little porcelain tidbit plates by Kate Spade from my Twitter buddy Nigel Isaiah who is a freelance style/fashion writer, who’s always on point with the latest style news. They are approximately 5.75″ in diameter, so they’re a little steep at $50 for a set of four (nicely gift boxed of course!), but they truly are gorgeous; so I’m still contemplating buying a set.
I can see these little treasures arranged on a etagere; or on your dressing table, holding little trinkets; or even using plate display holders, and showcasing them on your wall. I wonder if they’ll go on sale? I think I’ll wait and see. You can find Nigel on Twitter @Nigel_Isaiah.
Find them at Bloomingdale’s ~ Click Here
Smooches Dahhlings!
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