Paper tie clip

Very intrigued :)

Via Jack & Jil

Flowy-ness

I believe that capturing the movements of a beautiful dress or skirt is one of the most beautiful things a photographer can achieve. But when it's done right, it's rather magical.

Images via style.com, Peony Lim, and Honestly... WTF

Pre-Thursdays!

Perspective dictates your mood, and it all depends on how you look at things. So, for the average white collars out there who dread their workdays, here's a little theory to hopefully get you through the week faster and merrier!

The new workday theory - How renaming things make a difference

By CE

Mondays: Crappy Mondays. Monday blues. Oh-my-gosh-it's-Monday-again. You name it. Very mehhh. You are in your post-weekend state. Productivity: close to zero (unless you're one of those who absolutely love your job and can't wait to go in every single day).

Tuesdays: Oh-what-it's-only-Tuesday? Mehh. It's the second day of the week and the weekend seems lightyears away still...

Wednesdays (traditional): HUMP DAY. Completely stuck in the middle, screaming and kicking inside while trying to catch that little glimpse of the weekend.

Wednesdays (CE): PRE-THURSDAYS!!!! This is where you go: Oh dear it's already pre-Thursday! I'm totally getting a drink after work! (I'm assuming that you ARE getting that drink afterwards!)

Thursdays: Happy hour Thursdays! Yes, this is the night where you grab your nearest (be it physically or emotionally) friends/coworkers and just hang out at a bar, enjoying the cheap happy hour drinks that they offer. Maybe you even get to expand your social circle a little!

Fridays: Full on party Fridays! It's the weekend! Go crazy!!

Saturdays/Sundays: Need I say more?

Source: Google image

Seriously, I'm totally enjoying my new Pre-Thursdays. It has been week 2 since I adopted this theory and boy does it make me happy! Does anyone also feel the joy that I get when yucky Tuesdays turn into merry pre-Thursdays when I open my eyes in the morning? Not to mention the uncontrollable grin that quietly creeped up my face!

Hallelujah! A good mood will definitely help boosting up your efficiency and effectiveness too! Win-win! 

Maybe it's really because my holiday starts this Friday. I cannot wait to fly to North America!

Whimsy

I randomly stumbled upon Bianca Green's work and boy oh boy I am in love! The way she magically combines her prints with day-to-day objects has left me feeling rather whimsical, not to mention a bit like Alice in Wonderland! And did I mention I am a sucker for doodles?

Am currently debating whether I should get her iPhone skins (here and here).  The detailing and colours of the prints are leaving me gasping for air!

I don't know what to write you

Seeing sound

Weapons of mass creation

Louis Armstrong told us so

Color your life

Waiting for your call since 1896

Picture this

Cardigan addiction

Instant picture this

Images via Bianca Green

The glittery glittery eye

I am a person who sucks at make-up. Most likely because I am rather lazy and the only thing I can cope with each morning is a quick liner fix and the trust worthy mascara. Eye shadow, on the other hand, is like no man's land to me. Perhaps it's due to the fact that I never spent the time to learn how to apply it properly. Having seen this glittery eye on The Beauty Department made me jump a little. It makes brown eyes look so adorable! :)

Image and source via The Beauty Department

FYI there was a phase where I applied a golden kohl on top of my brown liner in order to add a little "umph". Now I just use black liner haha.

5 DIYs

1) DIY cufflinks!! (This is so genius!!!! Guys can finally get some DIY love too!)

Image and source via becauseimaddicted

2) DIY drink tags (inspiration for anyone who's hosting a party!)

Image and source via Cupcakes and Cashmere

3) DIY iPhone cases! (Already made one for myself and another as a gift!)

Image and source via A Beautiful Mess

4) Update your friendship bracelets! (Just dug a few out from my jewelry drawer!)

Image and source via Honestly... WTF

5) Leopard rhinestone bracelet

Image and source via studs and pearls

Get crafty! :)

ARTHK12

Today marks the grand opening of the Hong Kong International Art Fair for the public! I would've loved to go on a weekday just to avoid the crowds and actually get to see the paintings/sculptures but alas, Saturday it is! I'm coming I'm coming!

PS the 2 for 1 deal just made it sound so much more worth it! Can't wait! :)

Musicians - by Nikolaj Lund

Someone finally realized that classical musicians need not be boring!

Images via because im addicted

Coffee table book wish list

I know you can probably find all the information you need through the world wide web without paying a dime, but you know, there is something different, not to mention special, about casually flipping through pages and have certain things catching your eye. And whatever it is that pops up to you evolves over time too. How exciting!

Anyhoo, the following are on the top of my coffee table book wish list. I know my birthday is still some time away, but I am more than happy to receive any donations towards the ce fund. 

Number 1: I Spy DIY Style by Jenni Radosevich

The title itself says it all. I am a huge fan of Jenni's blog, so obviously her book is on my wish list!

Image via I Spy DIY

Number 2: Design Sponge at Home by Grace Bonney

Similarly, I have been following Design Sponge for quite some time. A book full of home decor inspiration that is actually do-able! Major!

Image via Design Sponge

Number 3: Paris in Colour by Nichole Robertson

I must admit, this book was more of an impulse item. I was wandering through the bookstore and my eyes settled on the cover among the sea of other books. I flipped through some pages and the pretty pastels left a huge impression. Imagine going through the book on a rainy day, with a cup of green tea in hand. Maybe it's also due to the fact that I met some interesting French guys last night. *swooon*

Image via Talbany

PS Happy mother's day! We went to a farm to pick out some organic vegetables! And I got her a pair of legit sunglasses (no more clip-ons zomg)! How did you spend your day with the mama?

Girly prints

Soft, abstract prints seem to be dominating the world lately. But then, when have they ever left us? After the Zimmerman collection that I literally drooled all over my computer monitor, other pretty prints have caught my attention!

Absolutely adore the back slit of this Zara number!

Images via Late Afternoon

Hand-dyed garments from Anthropologie

Image via Honestly... WTF

Zimmerman 2012/13

The Zimmerman 2012/13 show at Day 2 of Melbourne Fashion Week. The pastel florals are so romantic!

Images via The Australian and Luna Magazine

Mr. Kate

Life is ironic sometimes. I was telling my lunch buddy today how caffeine rarely affects my sleep pattern. 12 hours later the flat white has ended in a rather sleepless night, which in turn led to me looking up Mr. Kate, which I have bookmarked a few days ago.

Ahh their Days of Ore jewelry lookbook is so yummy. 

Images via Mr. Kate

I adore the quirkiness and whimsy of the collection and how it's girly yet not too girly. Does anyone follow where I'm going at? And being a person who loves accessories that are loud and clear, Mr. Kate has hit a home run in my world. Hmmmm. My head is running a little wild at the moment.