goodbye 2010, bring on 2011

The new year creeps up on you doesn't it! Before you know it, it's another set of New Year resolutions you want to write. I usually want to write about 10, but this year, I think 5-7 would be more reasonable. It's been a real year of setting up new things, getting rid of the garbage that was part of my life and really preparing for 2011. There were definitely a lot of firsts this year - going on and performing on a cruise, performing in stadiums as part of The Artisans, the formation of the Artisans, performing my crossover songs ...All i can say is it's been a good year but 2011, BRING IT ON!!!...

Maiden voyage

A blog i wrote whilst on the cruise....Aloha lovelies!No, I’m not in Hawaii but at the very top point of Australia, Thursday Island. On a Tuesday that is! There’s also Friday Island which was directly across from is. I’m doing my first ever cruise show and I have to say, I’m pleasantly pleased and surprised. You hear stories of cruises all the time, good and bad but this has been such a pleasant trip so far!I embarked in Darwin and I must say the flight from Melb – Adelaide – Darwin was less than pleasant. It was horrific actually. Having done a few shows in Melbourne (which was frickin awesome...

Moving on ...

Gosh it's been a while and before you know it, 22 sleeps til Xmas! How it strikes so quickly! Quite the ridiculous if you ask me. Having said that, my spontaneous shopping has paid off because I've got presents down pat ... And god bless online shopping :)What a week! Moving studios to a beautiful place, settling in all the students and parents, playing at 4 concerts, packing up, unpacking, organising and repacking my life for the next 2 weeks!The Artisans Melbourne debut is Dec 9th at Spencers Live! 419 Spencer St melbs! Tickets at the door for $20 so c'mon down folks :) it will feature our...

new love

Sophia Kokosalaki <3 Oh to die for Brian Atwood Heels! <3 The best body lotion ever! (yes, Mecca Cosmetica again!) New Red Sichuan Restaurant opened up in Canley Heights (i would go MILD for the hotpot - it's frickin spicy and i LIKE spicy!) As always, I love to update on my findings. I've been a bit MIA with various gigs and tinkling the ivories a lot BUT, here were my recent findings :)How i love beautiful things, tasty things!Of course, there's always the music and to be honest, not a fan of Bruno Mars' Grenade. Cee-Lo Green on the other...

ac-ac-ac-accessories!

So like i said, accessories are my latest obsessions so in my meanderings on the net, I came across Kashen Jewellery. Not only is it awesome but it's an Aussie Perth-based designer which makes it awesomex2! I've picked up my necklace and it's due to arrive next week. There's only 1 collection up so far called After Midnight with a 2nd one due to come out for Summer. The first is all based on glass materials with an emphasis on purples, oranges, salmon and black. The 2nd is moreso leather like cuffs and pendants.My favs are definitely these:And...

accessories crazed!

I think with fashion, everyone goes through phases. Remember when we saw shoulder pads and ran for the hills - now everyone has at least one in their wardrobe. Remember when harem and drop crotch pants were a no-no - now pretty much every label has one of those selling! There is no doubt that fashion gets recycled. Vintage is always in for the very reason that it's vintage and no one can bad-mouth it!Right now, my phase sits with maxi-dresses and accessories. The blend of rawness and chic gives that down to earth feel yet still clean cut to strut...

Treesje, Fluxus and more

So it's been yet another while since i've blogged. The last couple of weeks, i've spent focusing on writing some more music, a bit of a break from teaching is always good because i've come back with a lot of energy for the kids! We did a performance for NBCF (National Breast Cancer Foundation) Global Illumination at the beautiful Summit Restaurant with Scarlett BellePerforming with Scarlett Belle (Tamara Jaeber and Reigan Derry) with Luke Robinson (guitar) and Adaja Black (backing vocals).If you're into the House scene, you'd be familiar with Miss...

Dawn Lu Shoes - walk in bliss, not blisters

Helloooo lovers!It's been a while since i've done an entry - quite the frantic with the recent Thanh Bui & The Artisans Show at Bankstown Town Hall. It was awessssommeeeee!!!! Thanks to DeeTee designs (www.deeteedesigns.com.au) for the amazing Ga-ga-licious dress, Dawn Lu for her amazing Dawn Lu Shoes (check out her facebook fan page - Dawn Lu Shoes), Zoe for Zoemou jewellery and You've Inspired Me for their iconic tree-roots Tee.More so to the point, Dawn Lu Shoes. I'm in love. My new favourite shoes in both ballet flats and sky-high heels,...

AJE

This is on my pre-order list - coming in ivory, faded khaki and black. Who is it? It's Australian designer label, AJE.I'm in love again. In love with AJE right now, that is. just LOVE their collection. a couple of items is a LUST, but everything else, LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!Only 2 seasons in, they have really built up a unique style and it's brilliant! Totally wearable, statement pieces but not OTT.From their winter collection:Biker boots The lovely Bambi modelling the collectionMust I say more? It's just so perfect!!! YAY!!!gotta run.love and grac...

Stefanie Kruger

I've never been a huge one on jewellery but recently, i've come across so many little quirky pieces. Speaking of coincidences, I was trawling the net and came across Stefanie Kruger.If you check out her stuff, it is amazingly beautiful, quirky and kitschy! and not to mention totally suitable for ANY pocket! LOVE! These ones are my favourites:Fish pendantDiamond cutEnjoy the rest of this beautiful Sunday! Back to the music-making for me xxLove & grace,...

goody goody goodies!

Since being back in Sydney (and apart from trying to get over this terrible jetlag), I've been a guinea pig - yes, i've been sampling things! And there is much much more to be a guinea pig for too!First up, Pussy. The energy drink (get your minds out of the gutter for those who even WENT there!)It actually tastes AMAZING! lychee, white pear, milk thistle, some healthy stuff in there! They are sponsoring several events, including a fashion show at Central 31st August 2010. And for once, the drink doesn't taste medicinal like. Girls, you will LOVE...

byeeee winterrrr ... but oh sale!!

I'm back in sydney FINALLY but dead tired ... hey, a sale or 2 will perk me up i'm sure. Just a couple of sales i've come across to take note of:Sophie Boxer Cashmere SaleWhen: On now until Saturday 14th August, 10am - 4pmWhere: Boulevard Store, 378 Oxford St PaddingtonWhat: Up to 75% off luxurious cashmere!Shopbop Final Clearance SaleWhen: On now!Where: www.shopbop.comWhat: Final markdowns on their huge designer sale!Arabella Ramsay Clearance StoreWhen: Open 7 days a week now until stock lasts.Where: 201 Spencer St Docklands, MelbourneWhat: 40...

Malene Birger

Always on the hunt for new designers to wear, I stumbled across Malene Birger - now NOT a new designer at all, but someone new for me.She's a Danish womenswear designer who does boots and all accessories too! It's a mix of sophisticated, elegant and a touch of femininity.Here is some of her stuff:Spring 2009Malene Birger wool dressSpring Summer 2010Her jewellery is super cute too! This is from Yeltuor (in Australia):Fargea NecklaceLavnsdale NecklaceYou can get her stuff from net-a-porter.com or yeltuor.com.au has a few pieces too!2nd last day in...

deliver me ...

A lot of the times, Vietnam reminds me of America - I got take-out martinis in the states, take out noodles, but maybe Vietnam is one step better. How about home delivery KFC and Lotteria ... and of course, home delivery of clothing (not that that is any different at home where i sit awaiting my next parcel in the mail to arrive at my doorstep - the blissful life of online shopping...sigh). Home delivery of vermicelli, of Pho, of Bun Bo Hue ~ the list is endless!Today, I got my home delivery of a top i bought online in vietnam! I also found...

BLAHHHHHH!!!!

NOTHING could irritate me more are 4 chords which don't go together - actually, no, i can think of multiple other things which could annoy me but u know what, right now, at this very moment, at this very point in time, it is probably the most frustrating thing EVER! I feel like investing in ear plugs - or bashing my head against the wall. Instead of inflicting pain upon oneself, i'm trying to do a less painful form of therapy - watching PRIVATE PRACTICE! now THAT is a strangely addictive show at it!I miss home. I want to go home. It's a strange feeling - love-heart relationship with this country....

vietnamese designers ahoy!

Being in Vietnam for over a month this time, I did my walkabouts not only to find the perfect meal (as some of you have noticed from my copious amounts of food snaps), but also for up and coming designers. A girl loves dresses, I, specifically, DIE for dresses. Ok, so maybe not literally but quite close to it. It makes me go jitters and scream like a little girl with the latest Barbie in her hands (ok - enough embarrassment for a day).I'm proud to say that there has been a lot of progress in vietnamese fashion houses. Of course, there are the Viet...