+kitted out+

when did kitson go online? or am i just that daft? i swear they weren't a year ago, but then again, my mind is not a trustful thing at times.

so i'm excited! a few things i could lust for whilst i have nothing to do...

Buba:: Maya cuff
found here

Buba::Rubia necklace
found here

The Urban Smith:: Amazeballs necklace
found here

+meow+

I adore Iosselliani. Their craftsmanship is so beautiful, intricate and detailed that i feel like i'm in a Saharan matrix looking at this bangle. This is one fierce kitty cat!!

Iosselliani Cheetah's head bracelet:: Bona Drag

+crystal friendships+

so i've been meaning to tell you about my latest bday present which is this beautiful friendship bracelet from Swarovski. I absolutely adore it and wear it all the time, and on their US site it's on sale! so get it now if you can!

Tosha Blue Cupchain Bracelet::Swarovski
Crystal and thread

It also comes in this pink/black version found here

Tosha Pink Cupcahin Bracelet:: Swarovski
Crystal and thread

+triangular dispositions+

The triangle is such an interesting shape. It has so many meanings across various cultures, history and sciences.

For instance, an upside down triangle can signify female.

Culturally, each side and corner depicts one aspect, and their combination in threefold creates a a form of being together.

Mathematically it can mean change.

While Aristotles featured them as the 5 elements.

Probably a reason why I love them, there's no single definition for it...

Oliver Bonas::Triangle stud earrings
Gold/silver

Anna Tashca:Traingle bracelet
Gold/silver

Anna Tascha::Hot Lava earrings
Gold

Oliver Bonas earrings found here
Anna Tascha bracelet found here
Anna Tascha earrings found here

+at the end of the rainbow+

it has been a tumultuous couple of weeks for me, but there's nothing like treating you with a pot of gold at the end. Spotted and bought by the clever Iosseliani once again, let me introduce you to this shard of colour...

Iosseliani::Rainbow rhinestone abstract tooth bracelet
Brass, rainbow rhinestones, swarovski crystals

found at Liberty

+tropez touches+

yes i know, it's been forever. but i honestly haven't seen anything that's caught my eye in a while, but now my beautiful friend at Trisori has created some lovely bracelets as part of their new St Tropez collection. You can pre-order them now as they're not going to be sold on their site until July (approx 79GBP/90Eur).

if you're interested just email love@trisori.com 

St Tropez collection

+moonshine+

Been awhile again! sorry. things have just been taking off in other areas but i'm still looking out for some shiny goods. Just spotted this darling cuff at anthropologie that's made of brass gold that would make me feel like i'm in James Bond's Moonraker. Only available in the US though, so get on it!

+pose like royalty+

the sun is shiiiiining!!! woohooo!! feel fantastic today. not sure why. but i can't wait for tonight as i get to finally have dinner with a friend i haven't seen in months (if you're reading this, feel guilty :p) and then i'm off to the underground dance battles to see who will become King or Queen of the dancefloor. no sleep tonight! 

Go Jane:: fleur de lis necklace

Go Jane::tribal square lion bracelet

fleur de lis necklace found here
lion bracelet found here

+animal kindgom+

i cannot believe it started hailing today. HAILING!! it's mid-march!! i am soooo bored of this weather! so in trying to avoid looking out the window, i did a bit of browsing online and was insistent in finding a proper chunky lion necklace, and ended up finding a few other things...

Never Midnight via etsy::lion necklace
gold plate

Bill Skinner::mini buffalo charm pendant
gold plate

Bill Skinner::bee honeycomb bracelet
gold plate

lion necklace found here 
buffalo necklace found here
bee honeycomb bracelet found here

+skull sale+

who doesn't love a good sale eh? better hurry up to house of harlow then because they have some great pieces that are. it's been awhile since i found some nice skull jewellery so here are my two favourites...

triple skull ring found here

i like ugly pretty things, and these are just that. bordering on tacky, but added onto a black ensemble with white tshirt it would be no probs...

skull statement earrings found here

by the way, anyone listening to Robyn's Body Talk album? makes me wanna daaaaaance!! i keep feeling like i'm in a music video when i have my headphones on playing it walking through the city. this girl is fierce. i'm glad she keeps surprising us and making us unsure of what she's going to do next. kudos. 

+say it straight+

how's everyone today? i had a fab weekend seeing my 'cheetah fam' (which included carrying a one year old who weighs nearly 12kilos! i was spent afterwards), seeing my pseudo-mom and sister watching Ballet Revolucion from Cuba. a few awkward moments watching ballerinos/as and contemporary dancers try and get funky to a live band playing j-lo, usher, prince etc , but it was definitely entertaining and had it's amazing moments...and hot bodies...felt like i needed to go train right after.
but now its back to the monday grind, and someone left the heating off on my agency floor so its freeeeeezing in here! so we're dressed in our parkas using our computers as heaters. so to be blunt about it, here's what i'd buy and like to say to this weather...

screwords on Etsy
gold 

found here

+mums the word part 3+

Joseph Lamsin Jewellery was created by Matthew JL Harris, who is the brother of a friend of mine. it's wonderful to see how well he has done since starting up in 2005. He draws his inspiration from his hometown, Cornwall. His latest collection, 'Sennen' has been inspired by and named after Sennen Cove in Cornwall, and reflects the sea's continual transformation on the Cornish coastline. all jewellery is handmade and can be ordered with next day delivery.

seawater cast multi encased pearl bracelet found here 

seawater cast encased pearl earrings found here

+mums the word part 2+

it's nice to find gifts that are symbolic and have a certain meaning to them, which is today's theme.

i always believe in giving gifts that you want yourself, so one of my favourites is the bumblebee from Alex Monroe. for this occasion i like to call it the 'Queen Bee', also reminds us of the help that honey bees still need (i know bumblebees are not honey bees but work with me). it's quite pricey but you can always opt for the silver version.

Alex Monroe :: bumblebee

i personally have the necklace below as it reminds me of my mother, and was just able to find it through a different online site if you can't find it from stores that sell Alex Monroe jewellery.

Alex Monroe :: lace fern heart locket with birdie

another symbolic icon is a little acorn which I've found from oakfine jewellery. As they state on their website, "from little acorns mighty oaks grow", which i thought was very sweet. 

Oakfine jewellery :: richmond park necklace

and then there's simply giving your heart away. nothing fussy, just clean and casual. 

links of london :: love note pendant

+mums the word part 1+

well for some, mother's day is just around the corner. for others, you've got til the end of the month so may have some more time for ideas. personally i always did breakfast in bed with a homemade card, but for those that like to give gifts i'll be sharing a few favourites for the next couple of days.

The bracelets from Monica Vinader can be found in both silver and gold with adjustable handwoven cords (various colours found online), although with the designer's initial, the 'M' can always stand for 'mom'. but what's also great is that you can engrave most of her items through her site to make it more personal.

Monica Vinader at liberty :: Cord Fiji bracelet

Monica Vinader :: Ava pendant

+beaded memories+

was just forwarded the link to Need Supply Co that has some casual but lovely jewellery. Found the bangle below which reminded me of the beaded bracelets and necklaces i used to have when i was about four. they were beautifully crafted but absolutely killed when the hairs on my arm got stuck inbetween the beads! so this 'protected' version is more to my liking...

Walcott bangle
gold

+small finds+

forgot to tell you about my new handcrafted purchases the other weekend, which are great as friendship bracelets as well. They come in sweet little packaging with messages ranging from 'Friendship isn't a big thing - it's a million little things', 'You're a Star!' and 'I ♥ you'. Found them at Oliver Bonas and there were so many to choose from but i finally opted for these. if the string would've been a bit longer i would've loved them as anklets. it seems the star bracelet can only be bought in store for now though...

Ju Ju Heart and Dots, Ju Ju Double Stars
silver and silk thread 

+golden pulses+

seriously, i swear i am not a fan of love month, but i can't help finding more amore out there!is anyone else freaking out that february is almost over though? where is the time going!??! 

Jennifer Zeuner mini 1/2" heart bracelet found here
rose gold and ruby

+lock down+

thank god it's friday. i feel chained to my desk today with nothing to do and so ready for a weekend to move my body!! these ccskye bracelets depict my mood perfectly, but a touch of color helps lighten the mood...

siwy leather & cage cuff

riviera cuff
neon pink

riviera cuff
black python & rose gold

+love seas through it+

it's so cold right now that i'm fantasising about warm beaches and turquoise waters. until then, these bangles from KEP will have to do... 

there's currently a sale on them now at Gilt so best get on it!
1 turtle (comes in two different greens)
2 sand dollar
3 starfish
Last picture is the 'set of 6 gold rope and enamel bangles' mixed with the starfish bangle.

+brazilian beauties+

During my travels in Brazil, I came across jewelry designer Francesca Romana Diana. I spent a good hour in one of her stores gazing and touching all the beautiful semi precious stones, rings, and bracelets. I ended up spending what felt like a fortune but it was so worth it because the amount of compliments i get for them, and how good they make me feel it's worth it. That's what i call a good souvenir!
Two of my favourites are these bracelets -- the Brazilian flag and Energy motives.