Alix Bluh

Another lovely birthday present I got from my boyfriend, this one was less of a surprise though. We picked this little gem up from my favourite New York boutique, Love Adorned. There was so many lovely pieces to choose from but this was the one that really stood out to me. The 18th Century 'Eyeris' necklace by Alix Bluh. I had never heard of the designer before but have since done a little bit of research into her work and can honestly say I was blown away with what I saw. When talking about her design concept, Bluh has said "I have always been so moved by the stories found in nature, in time-worn objects, in mourning jewellery and religious reliquaries. I want to create heirloom pieces that are not about fad and fashion, but rather sentiment and timelessness'.

Feast your eyes on her stunning work here.

Thought I'd also share this little video on Love Adorned, it get's me a little sad. I wish I could live in that store!

New York I Love You

A few snaps from my trip to New York last week. This was my second visit and absolutely not my last. I think I could go back a thousand times and still not have seen or done half the things the city has to offer.

A few of my highlights have to be my first visit to Alexander Wang's impeccable Soho boutique, and of course becoming the proud owner of the new 'Rafael' bag, perfectly structured with Wang's signature edge in the form of exaggerated zip's. Beautiful. Then, there was my first venture across to Brooklyn. Much calmer than the city but equally as exciting. Oh, and the East Village at night time, drinking vodka berry's in Hi-Fi, listening to Ryan Adams and George Harrison on the greatest juke box known to man! And to top all that off, I met my hero at Fashions Night Out...yep, the outrageously lovely Erin Wasson. I think she may be the only person on this planet to make me speechless!

All in all an utterly unforgettable trip. Thank's New York you little peach! See you soon.