BEAUTY SAVER - Sigma Brush Cleaning Glove

So we all know how we should clean our makeup brushes on a weekly basis (or at the very least on a monthly basis) to keep the lifespan of our brushes and more importantly, get rid of all the bacteria that can clog pores!  But if you are like me, I dread about cleaning them, especially the eyeliner ones...

And just then, I came across this new Spa Brush Cleaning Glove by Sigma.  Just watch their demo video and you'll know why I'm so excited!  

ME TIME

Over the past two weeks, I feel like I've done only 3 things: feed, burp and change my little Olivia.  Every 2-3 hours, we are back to the same rehearsal!  I'm not complaining; I love the bonding time.

But sometimes, it's also good for my physical and mental health to have a little "me time".  And yesterday, I had a little "me time" with Fresh!

ps. The SAKE candle was so sweet and intoxicating...almost better than the real thing itself!  Which also reminds me that I really need a good sushi fix soon!

DETAILS - Haider Ackermann

(Haider Ackermann Fall 2013)

I've always admire Haider Ackermann's aesthetic: lots of attitude, lots of strength, this is a woman that takes charge!  This fall, there's so much rawness in the details...reminds me of what Mongolians wear while riding their horses and chasing after their sheep.

Twisted seams, raw hems, aged leather and shearling, leather straps holding an otherwise unfitted jacket   all defining his collection.  To exaggerate the barbaric effect of the overall look, models were sent on the runway with "bare face" and black to silver ombre hair pulled back.  Although wildly undone (actually resembles to what I look these days since I'm going the full month home sitting after giving birth...Chinese tradition...don't ask), I'm actually really loving the total look!

source: style.com

FALL 2013 RTW - Celine

(Celine Fall 2013)

Thank god Phoebe Philo didn't come out with another season of oversize PJ pants (I was getting really bored of seeing them)!  For the upcoming fall, the silhouette are much more feminine: reverse tulip skirts with shoulder baring wraps, Jackie O style collarless coats with legging-like over-the-knee boots and the sleeve-wrapped dresses & coats...so refreshing!

However, I'm a little disappointed in the handbag department...nothing else more exciting than a oversize zipper pouch?

source: style.com

CURRENT OBSESSION - Valentino Rockstud Everything

(Valentino Rockstud Naked Collection)

One quality about my shopping habit is that I'm definitely not an impulsive buyer.  I tend to take notice of a designer item (regardless if it's purse/shoes/dress/etc), envision it on myself, see it on fashion week street wear, see it in person at the boutique and fall in love with it (to the point it becomes an obsession) and eventually turn up in my closet.

Yes, you may say that most of my purchases are studied buys!  And my love affair for the Valentino Rockstud Vava-Voom shoulder bag (the first one with chain strap in every shown Rockstud collection here) since last spring.  At the time, I really wanted the nude or cream colour but it was not available in Canada so I settled for the black with gold hardware...only to realize that it was too similar to my Hermes Medor clutch, which was also black with gold hardware.  So my best friend offered to buy it from me...which still to this day I regret letting it go (why did I think I couldn't handle two black studded handbags?!?)

Anyways, since then, I've become increasingly obsessed, especially with this spring's new interpretation of the Rockstud: 

• Naked: On trend with the clear handbags, this is definitely the most sophisticated naked bag on the market.
• Spring Pop Colour: I don't think anyone can resist smiling just by looking at the candy colours (especially the fuschia one!). 
• Noir: There's nothing to add...the croc and crystal studs version is simply breathtaking!

(Valentino Rockstud Spring 2013 Collection)

(Valentino Rockstud Noir Collection)

Yup, I'm definitely a Rockstud (including shoes and accessories...Rockstud everything really) kinda gal!

Married to a Skeleton

Spring is just around the corner and that means bridal season!  All the newly engaged bride-to-be flipping through magazines for wedding inspiration with their girlfriends and wedding planner.

Here are some gown and beauty inspiration if you are a "romantic bride"...ok, minus the skeleton head!

STYLE ENVY - Kelly Wearstler

Remember my post about Holiday Inspiration by Kelly Wearstler last december and the beautiful dinner table she put together for different fashion houses?  Well, here's a peak inside her own home and the raw yet refined style she brings together.

Turns out that this interior designer/author and now designer of her own collection is also a shoe fetish and loves to collect vintage pieces.  I simply love the eclectic decor and her sense of style (not to mention her shoe collection!).

source: The Coveteur

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY - Dolce & Gabbana

(Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2013)

It was truly the Royal Flush backstage at Dolce & Gabbana and I can't get enough how amazing the show was!  I love the deconstructed beehive up-do, the Sophia Lorain cat eye liner and crimson lips and the velvety complexion with a hint of pink blush.  These Italians really know what's flattering on their girls!

source: style.com