Find & Refined { warm up }

Yes! It's Saturday and not Friday (the weekend is here, I checked) but I was feeling realy itchy to post this since it was in my head on time but due to other reality commitments I was unable to put it together yesterday... The weather is getting colder fast and what better excuse to stay inside and cuddle while enjoying the change of scenery! Ideally, there's a bunch of stuff out there that will make this transition smooth and here we showcase a few but with extra style and character!

obj#1: chair / obj#2: scarf / obj#3: rug / obj#4: warmers / obj#5: plate / obj#6: knitwear

Cheap & Chic! {feminine blouse}

Another alternative to the feminine blouse, which sometimes feels boring and bland, is one that has the animal print all over. We've seen before the power that an item with this type of print holds and again we need to be conservative when it comes to the rest of our outfit. Usually a black skirt or trousers is enough to turn the ensemble in an utrla chic combination suitable for day or night. I have a beautiful pair of woolen trousers (at least four years old) and when I wear them together it feels like they are new but mostly I see how easy it is to be elegant! This blouse above is also semi transparent which makes it a tad sexy but safe for any occasion. Instant chic for less than 50$, well I'll take it!

IMAGES SOPHIA DIAMANTOPOULOU

Pretty eclectic!

It's friday and I believe we all need to make way in our weekend with lifted moods! So, I have some feast for the eyes! Ok, shall we go over to England to meet a successuful gal who dominates the eclectic spirit; Lisa Stickley, after undertaking several collaborations with major brit names like Paul Smith and Burberry,  she ventured her own brand and now offers a vast collection of mellow pieces for our homes. From mugs, to bespoke furniture pieces her signature english style is apparent and uplifting! Take a tour in her online world and if you happen to be in London, maybe you could visit her brick and mortar shop.

ALL IMAGES LISA STICKLEY

Manger a Paris!

It's been quiet, for a couple of days around here, now we're back on track! I shall propose to take it back from where we left it and that means only one thing; Paris, oh la,la, la! I was enjoying Paris so much I thought of prolonging our visit a bit longer!  Strolling around Paris opens up our appetite so it's about time to visit one of the hot spots the town has to offer. The famous restaurant Derrière. The name comes from its location, right at the back of the 404 and Andy Wahloo -restaurant and fellow bar consquently. Customers would like to choose where they want to sit, whether it’s in the lounge, dining room, bedroom or boudoir. The food is French, simple and wholesome, made with the finest quality products. A place that resembles an eclectic home rather than a restaurant and introduces a new "art de la table". The ingenious man behind this endeavour is Mourad Mazouz aka the Momo. Mourad opened his first bistro Au Bascou in Paris in 1988, since then each new culinary launch of his has been bound up with success! 

ALL IMAGES FROM DERRIERE-RESTO

An ethereal girl

Akira Isogawa is a brilliant designer who comes from the faraway land of Australia. Though, his talent has reached all five continents and continues to flair each year from the runaways of fashion capital, Paris. His clothes are wearable, fresh and beautiful. A female figure wrapped in silks and cottons, all natural and full of romantic hues. I like how he incorporates in his creations vintage fabrics found in flea markets and maintain a contemporary look as well. All the pieces above belong to his latest collection for spring-summer 2010 and are my favorites. Enjoy!

IMAGES FROM AKIRA ISOGAWA