Lenorenevermore

Weekend is upon us...

2012-01-27T06:15:00.000-08:00

My-my-my...

are they cute or are they cute??

a doll's toy-bed makes the most perfect prop
for Kayleen Theobald's baby photography.

* squeals! *

Any interesting plans for you this weekend?

I'm going to visit one of my co-workers who is in the hospital at the moment.

Just yesterday, she gave birth to a healthy baby boy!

Looking forward to see them, perhaps even get a chance to hold the

precious newborn(oh~I'd like that!), and be part of this joyous & beautiful experience.

Obviously I'm curious to find out about her first epidural experience as well!

(I'm nosy like that!)

Have a Relaxing+Cozy Weekend Everyone!

~XOXO*

-Photos © Kayleen Theobald

" Don't judge me pretty please..."

2012-01-26T13:15:00.000-08:00

I'm a huge fan...still lurrrve me some ABBA!

Their catchy songs and of course their memorable kitschy fab 70's fashion!!

The lyrics are priceless, aren't they? ~LOL!
Excuse me, do you have any favorite ABBA pop hit?

If you must know, my all time favorite has got to be Dancing Queen!

Anywayyy...

They're coming out with never-before-heard-recorded-song for

the first time in almost two decades! [you may read the full story HERE]

It's due to come out in April this year! I'm totally intrigued+psyched now!

~XOXO*

-Allbum cover via ABBA Europopstar

Simple Baking Ingredients

2012-01-25T04:30:00.000-08:00

Ikea published a collection of baking recipes called

Hembakat är Bäst (translation: Homemade Is Best)

It has such a refreshing approach to food styling & photography...

Styled by Evelina Bratell & Photographed by Carl Kleiner

Lurrrve...the pristine artful arrangement on the simple+basic

baking ingredients. Reminds me of a modern art installation!

[ we can also now watch Carl Kleiner's videos for Ikea on Vimeo ]

~XOXO*

-Via Lady of The Arts

Monkey Talks

2012-01-24T08:00:00.000-08:00

" still can't decide...corset or liposuction?? "

" helloo...just you wait, we'll be

as famous as the Olsen twins! "

" first time in this massage parlor dear?

there's an extra charge for 'happy-ending'...

no money no honey!

I accept credit cards or peanuts too. "

" lalalalala...i did not hear that! lalalala... "

" excuse me...I'm not small, I'm petite~ "

" guys, can we just stop somewhere and get a

a cup of coffee...and a helmet!! "

" precisely, to be or not to be..."

" 2 B yeah 2B 2B yeah-yeah-yeah...errr??? "

" I know you're tempted to squeeze my nose

and make funny noises don't cha?!

oh sure...go ahead & I'll bite your fingers off! "

" woooh...air bubble-bubble-bubbles...

errr...did someone have beans for lunch today? "

" I can always recommend you my dentist if you like! "

" madam, now I can see your huge pores on your nose...

really I can! Are those what they call blackheads? ~ewww! "

" W W W dot PETA dot C O...

errr...where the heck is the M ? "

You know monkeys can talk, right?

Well, at least in my ~~strange~~ mind they do...

p.s: Thanks for all your comments/replies, there're

a couple of you born in the same (Chinese) year of the monkey.

I guess we belong in the same clan!

~XOXO*

-Photos found via funnypictures,ThemesCo,1000funfacts

2012~ The Year of The Dragon

2012-01-23T14:10:00.000-08:00

'12 Animal Years ' crayon carvings by artist Diem Chaw

Oh my-my...how amazing are they!

The Chinese Zodiac is a twelve year rotation and there is an animal
associated with each year. If you must know ~I'm a Monkey!

Character/personality traits for those born in the year of the Monkey:

clever, creative, improviser, intellectual, inventive, sociable, quick-witted.

errr-errr...intellectual, me really??!

All I know is that I'm curiously nosy, that's for sure!

" so excuse me...what is your animal sign? "

[ to find out your animal year, you may click HERE ]

~XOXO*

-Photo Diem Chaw portfolio found via lvman

Traditional Chinese Red

2012-01-23T03:15:00.000-08:00

Over the weekend I managed to sort through more of my recent travel photos.

The set above were taken in Singapore Chinatown.

I think they're the perfect images for today, as billions of Chinese people

around the world are celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year all this week!

Traditionally, many people will be wearing red clothing during the festive celebrations.

Red is a very important color in Chinese culture; symbolizing prosperity,

good fortune and luck! Perhaps I should wear something red too, cos' I'll be facing the

angry boss yet again this week! errr...I may need all the lucks! {refer to my previous post]

To those who are welcoming the year of the dragon 2012,

Happy Chinese Lunar New Year!

~XOXO*

-Photos ©LENORENEVERMORE & Model Du Juan by Chen Man for Vogue China

Weekend is upon us...

2012-01-20T16:45:00.000-08:00

Graphic Print by Heng Swee Lim

I'm deliriously happy to welcome the weekend...really I am!!!

It's been a challenging week at work.(sobs*)

I'm grateful that I wasn't fired by the big boss,

woops~ I made too many humanlysillymistakes this week!

It was quite scary to watch his face turning lobster-red.

(exhale...)

' Have a Happy Weekend Everyone! '

~XOXO*

French Factory Girls

2012-01-19T15:15:00.000-08:00

...such pretty-pretty factory workers

a.k.a

young French models minus the heavy make-up in lovely boiled wool pieces.

ahhh...only in a fashion world, non?

FW 2011-12 lookbook from Jacquemus

Hope everyone is having a lovely week so far

...i can't wait for the weekend to arrive!

~XOXO*

"Hello" from around the World!

2012-01-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

...aren't they so charming?

The red Vespa is just too cute!

'Global Greeting Card Set' exclusively designed for Anthropologie

by the talented Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co.

It's always so inspiring to watch a passionate artist at work in her own environment!

~XOXO*

" Hello! "

2012-01-18T15:15:00.000-08:00

~Well hello-hello everyone!

I've been falling head over heels with this truly AMAZING Video...

Got to be the BEST amateur video editing I've seen lately.

Much love+good cheers to all the creative people out there as always!

~XOXO*

-Lionel Richie poster found via creativecollection -Video by Mat

Got a Scarf?

2012-01-18T03:00:00.000-08:00

Simply 'knot' a few times and ~Voilà!

oooh...fancy, I can do that!

[ plus, 37 more ways to tie a scarf click HERE ]

~XOXO*

-Photo via Mekari

Girls Say What?!

2012-01-17T03:00:00.000-08:00

Kyle Humphrey and Graydon Sheppard, the creators behind the latest smash hit viral video series!

shit girls say videos youtube

Oh my-my... their web-videos are definitely gender stereotyping,

but absolutely hysterical!!!
Hysterically look+sound so familiar to some of us perhaps?
p.s: The duo's daily twitter is hee-heelarious as well!
.
~XOXO*

Meryl Streep - Isn't She Lovely

2012-01-16T13:00:00.000-08:00

Rare on-set portraits of Meryl Streep by Brigitte Lacombe,

which were taken over the course of their 31-year relationship.

Anywayyy...

did you watch her Golden Globes acceptance speech for Best Actress last night?

She got bleeped a.k.a censored for her potty mouth!

She slipped the 'S'-word after realizing that she had forgotten her reading glasses!

Regardless, Meryl Streep is as adorable as ever~ lurrrve her!

I'm hoping to watch her great portrayal as Margaret Thatcher in

The Iron Lady this coming weekend! Has anyone watched the movie yet?

~XOXO*

-Photos via NOWNESS.Com

Fashion Forward Steiff Pugs

2012-01-16T00:10:00.000-08:00

fashioned by Balmain & Versace

Luisa Via Roma is proud to present "PUG DOGS FOR HAPPY KIDS",

an exclusive one of a kind edition of 20 pug dogs; produced by Steiff,

the German leader in highly collectible handmade plush toys.

Each piece is customized by a selection of the most prominent international

luxury fashion designers. All proceeds generated from the sales

will be donated to UNICEF to support disadvantaged children.

This one is by Valentino, a pug lover himself!

So darn cute, aren't they?

[ to view more designer pugs click HERE ]

~XOXO*

-Thanks to my dear brother for the link!

Home Sweet Home

2012-01-14T13:30:00.000-08:00

" Oh mommy dearest...is that really yooo??? "

." mommy, i'm so HAPPY you're finally home...

someone just pooped in the bedroom "

errr...you know all my babies can talk right?

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Journey Home - Part IV? (oooh...why not!)

2012-01-12T17:18:00.000-08:00

Proceeding on board the flight after a brief transit in Hong Kong.

Destination : home sweet home!

"...errr my stomach is growling "

Let's enjoy the fine dining experience in the sky~~~

" Excuse me,

can someone peel me those grapes pretty pleassse..."

It's nice to be pampered once in a while, huh?

*YUM*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE using compact Canon SD1100 camera

John Pawson & His Visual Diary

2012-01-11T15:45:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite architects, John Pawson is also a great photographer!

[ refer to my previous post ]

~isn't it so inspiring?

In a life spent almost constantly on the move, John Pawson is always looking for

patterns, details, textures, spatial arrangements and coincidental moments

that can inform his work as an architect and designer.

Since acquiring a digital camera, he has amassed over 200,000 snapshots.

The anthology of nearly 300 images in his latest book has been carefully culled from

this massive visual diary. His book, 'Visual Inventory' will be available in March 2012.

[to pre-order the book click HERE]

~XOXO*

-Via Phaidon APPS

Journey Home - Part Three

2012-01-10T17:30:00.000-08:00

Extremely busy & crowded Hong Kong International Airport during my transit here.

Perhaps the fast-paced Samba tune would be the perfect background music for the scene!

But once I entered The Wing (Cathay Pacific First Class Lounge),

the tune seemed to change to Enya-esque! ...so soothing & 'meditative'.

~Let's take a tour inside:

Such unrestrained relaxation & tranquility ~exhale...

I truly admire the tactile texture, natural light and the empty-Zen-like space,

Somehow, the empty space seems to 'communicate' more than the space that is filled up

with furniture. This minimalist interior is by the renowned British architect John Pawson.

He is definitely a master of minimalism. You can view more of his project designs on his website.

His Calvin Klein flagship store in NYC & the peaceful monastery in Bohemia are my favorites!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Journey Home - Part Two

2012-01-09T04:35:00.000-08:00

Welcome aboard!

More delightful fresh orchids...

This time, courtesy of Cathay Pacific Airways.

In first class cabin, we're given a cozy private roomette in which

to sit, lie down, sleep, watch movies and dine.

errr...sometimes I pluck my eyebrow in there as well! ~TMI!

This time, I skipped the fine dining, movies & eye-brow plucking!

...instead I was trying to catch up on my beauty sleep!

The colorful lighting in the cabin is quite pretty, yes?

Everyone definitely looks prettier under that pink-glow! (please pardon my vanity!)

,,,I woke up to a brand new day!

" excuse me...are we there yet? "

descending time + glorious sunrise view from above~~~heavenly!

Smooth landing in Hong Kong International Airport.

This is not my final destination~ what?!!

Told ya' ~it's a loooong...journey+flight home!

See you at the terminal,

still more pics to share from my airport transit in Hong Kong,

including my favorite British architect!

[a.k.a part 3!!!]

My-my-my...this is certainly a trilogy darlings!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Journey Home - Part One

2012-01-06T14:30:00.000-08:00

Set & ready for the looooong... journey home ~yipeee!

see you again beautiful Singapore...

" Mr driver, no hurry...take your own sweet time pretty please..."

Isn't this the most beautiful highway?

Palm trees waving their goodbyes...plus, no traffic jam!

Singapore Changi Airport has been awarded the best airport in the world.

Do you know there's even a swimming pool for passengers to take a dip before their flights?

But I rather not get my hair wet!

I prefer to enjoy the beautiful orchids found in every corner of the airport terminal.

...and not forgetting all the wonderful duty free shop$ too.

BTW, the orchids are not plastic; no 'MADE IN CHINA' label can be found!

See you guys on board my flight!

[to be continued, a.k.a Part 2!!]

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Chalkboard

2012-01-05T11:50:00.000-08:00

The great thing about traveling is that everyday,

there is always something new to discover...

I was absolutely charmed by the illustration on this chalkboard!

I don't mind having it on my kitchen wall as an art piece!

Anywayyy...

stumbled upon this sweet dessert shop at the basement of ION Orchard in Singapore.

It's still rainy & wet outside, better spend my time wisely & deliciously indoor!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

" Shhhhhh... Be very quiet please..."

2012-01-04T11:05:00.000-08:00

...the spoons are sleeping

Simply adore how the hotel staffs always tuck all the utensils

neatly on the breakfast buffet table every morning~

I expect to see miniature pillows & eye blankets as well!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Twins!

2012-01-03T12:45:00.000-08:00

~Hello & good morning 2012!

Double-Happy News!!

Twins always get a lot of attention...

especially true when we're talking about adorable twin Polar Bears!

The set of twins have kicked off the New Year

by meeting visitors for the first time in Dalian, China.

Oh~ I really-really want to squeeeeze 'em!!

[ you may read more + watch the video HERE ]

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE -polar bear cubs via EChinacities

Journey+Observation+Discovery

2011-12-30T14:00:00.000-08:00

I spotted these colorful balloons among the busy crowds...

so I followed...

...and followed to the street corner of Singapore!

errr-errr...

I just hope she wasn't too afraid of this curious ~~stalker~~ traveler?!

Anywayyy...

have you seen this beautiful LV campaign?

" a journey is not a trip.

it's not a vacation.

it's a process.
a discovery.

it's a process of self-discovery.

a journey brings us face to face with ourselves.

a journey shows us not only the world,

but how we fit in it.

does the person create the journey?

or does the journey create the person?
the journey is life itself.

...where will life take you? "
~*~

~such an inspiring message, isn't it?

I'm looking forward to explore another Life Journey in 2012,
Hope you will join me again...

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have taken

your precious time to join me & read my blog this year!

" Have a Happy-HAPPY New Year Everyone! "

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

My eye on the Boots

2011-12-29T03:30:00.000-08:00

My-my-my...

extremely tall + humongous + shinny pair!!

There's not much to add, is there?

Caught my attention on my way back from dinner with Singaporean friends.

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Rainy Week Ahead

2011-12-27T16:55:00.000-08:00

Perhaps they should have included the word 'rainy' as well!

Dramatic sky
...umbrella where are you?!

" poetic raindrops I, II, III "

Hope everyone had a lovely Christmas Holiday...

Did you get nice presents?

I'm so looking forward to unwrap mine when I get home next week!

Meanwhile...

it will continue to rain here in Singapore for the next few days.

Crash of thunders + flash of lightnings are included! (mommy...I'm scared!)

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Christmas in Singapore

2011-12-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays Everyone!

This is Orchard Road, the most famous street in Singapore.

At night, the entire stretch comes alive with spectacular Christmas display!

Another festive 'Falalalala-lala-lala' moment indeed!

...and so I'm offering this simple phrase,

To kids from one to ninety-two,

Although it's been said many times, many ways,

Merry Christmas to you...

(I'm in the mood to sing & caroling!)

" L♥VE + J♥Y to all ! "

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Destination : Singapore

2011-12-23T04:00:00.000-08:00

...See ya' later cold winter!

and hellooo... Singapore!

Eat...

Drink...

and be merry!

Christmas time on a warm tropical island...this could be interesting~*

Can't wait to share more travel photos with all of you from Singapore!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Here I go again~ OMG!

2011-12-21T16:15:00.000-08:00

un-packing & re-packing!!

Barely recovered from my European jet lag and yet I'm catching another flight tonight!

OMG is totally right, huh?

This time around no winter clothes in my luggage,

cos' tropical Singapore Island here I come!
errr-errr...I think this blog has officially become a travel blog?!

yours truly,

Lenore'Travel'More

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

London Calling

2011-12-20T14:55:00.000-08:00

Oxford Circus, London

Season's Greetings Everyone!

After leaving Paris, I spent a very short weekend in

one of my favorite cities in the world, London!

Alas...

I'm back home sweet home ~finally!!!

My apology, was too busy lately to update this blog.

It's been quite a long+hectic, but thankfully a successful trip for me.

I'm really-really exhausted...I need to catch up on my sleep now.

Will you be kind enough to wake me up when Christmas is over?

~XOXO*

as always!

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Hermès Paris~

2011-12-15T08:05:00.000-08:00

Simply a must visit each time I'm here in Paris...

Have I ever told you that I used to do window display & visual merchandising

for a fashion store, once upon a time? I still do admire this creative
profession very much. Certainly brings back some sweet+fun memories!
~Let's take a look at what they have on display :

'Tis the season to give!

If you must know, I did buy a lovely gift from this Hermès shop! ~Oui-Oui!

errr...for myself that is!

(blushed*)

It was beautifully gift wrapped & delivered to my hotel room.

Such impeccable customer service, yes?

Anywayyy...

sorry, I can't reveal what's inside this shopping bag just yet.

We simply have to wait patiently til' Christmas morning

...just like all the good kids back home!

Yours truly,

LenoreTEASERmore*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

"come to me...drink me...eat me..." visual communication in Paris

2011-12-14T00:15:00.000-08:00

" oui ?! "
Oh well...no English translator was really needed during the formal soirée that evening!

My 'social anxiety' in a foreign speaking land finally ~poof! disappeared...

[refer to my previous post]

When in doubt, I simply replied in me-own-French of course,
"Oui! Oui!! Oui!!!" on almost everything?!
It's completely fine to confuse each other during this festive season I think.
I also copied those cute Japanese tourists here in Paris...
just giggled, while demurely covering my mouth at the same time!
I added by batting my eyelashes!!
(too bad that seemed to work with the Frenchmen only)
Anywayyy...

thanks to my darling friend, David Toms for the brilliant advise he gave me recently;

'fake it til u make it'...my French that is! Proud to say that I was getting quite good at it.

A couple flute glasses of bubbly champagne before dinner

might have helped as well! ~errr...à votre santé! a.k.a Cheersss...

greetings from Paris

Hope you're having a fabulous Holiday Spirit this Season!
* X&X *

(kizzes on both cheeks!)

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

French Lesson

2011-12-12T10:05:00.000-08:00

Hellooo...& bonjour everyone!

I'm back working in Paris again...

I've been invited to a Christmas party tomorrow night!

Fortunately I brought along a pretty cocktail dress on my trip here, no problem!

A slight tiny 'problem' though :

Still having a 'social inferior complex' lately, for not being able to speak fluent French!

( my sign-language is really-really bad either!!!)

I truly regret for not taking French lesson seriously when I was back in school.

It's getting harder to learn a new language as we grow older, yes?

Whereas my young niece who is taking Mandarin as her second language

in school, is able to pick it up so quickly and easily!

Anywayyy...

Youtube to my rescue once again! (blushed*)

...It would help to have this adorable French girl to be my teacher!

Plus, she has such great imaginations!! I really want to be confident
and be able to tell exciting stories in French like her ~LOL

p.s: Don't you think this precious little darling should be a writer one day?

greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Munich Airport Terminal

2011-12-09T10:00:00.000-08:00

Look at what I saw... a shiny German beauty!

" I want! I want!! "

[pardon me, i tend to repeat myself when I get too excited ]

~Oh so cute, isn't it?

ultra sleek Lufthansa Business Class Lounge,

lurrrve...the stylish leather chair, but comfy it is not!

a little something-something before our flight back to Paris...

a.k.a just chillin' + munchin'

Oh well...that was certainly a very short visit here!

"Auf Wiedersehen for now Munich!"

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

" Hey, carbohydrates! "

2011-12-08T08:15:00.000-08:00

I've been working very hard and
running around the city lately...in high heels!

I needed to refuel & gain more energy!

errr-errr...I always have an excuse for everything, huh?

* YUM *

p.s: Leaving Munich for Paris tomorrow, where there'll be more treats to taste

...and more new excuses! (wink*)

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Tinted Blue

2011-12-07T05:20:00.000-08:00

Inspired by my new tinted pair, purchased at the airport duty-free shop...

" Greetings from Munich Everyone! "

a.k.a

München !

( simply adore thetwodotsthingie above the 'u' )

~XOXO*

-Photo Artwork ©LENORENEVERMORE

Here I go again~

2011-12-06T05:33:00.000-08:00

Ehem, packing very light this time...surprise-surprise!

I even surprised myself~ hah!

Catching a short flight to Munich, Germany to meet potential new client.

Quite excited cos' I've never been there as well.

Coming back to Paris again in a couple of days before going home sweet home.

Confession; I'm beginning to miss my loved ones back home, especially my darling Pugs!

I know they also terribly miss me very much...

errr...or maybe not?!!

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Outdoor Market in Paris

2011-12-05T03:00:00.000-08:00

" excusez-moi madame...what a cute handbag!
...a vintage piece? what are you making for dinner tonight?? "

( i'm curious a.k.a still nosy like that! )

One of the greatest things about Paris has always been the food & its freshest ingredients!

When the weather is nice (errr...unlike the recent & upcoming wet rain throughout the city),

I'd truly enjoy strolling the city neighborhood where there're the weekly produce markets.

Freshest array of fruits and vegetables, cheese, poultry, meat, fish and non-food items too.

Plus, 'people watching' may still be my favorite thing to do!

Anywayyy...

there's a good list of charming Parisian markets for the locals+tourists alike ~Le link HERE*

greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

The streets of Paris

2011-12-02T18:35:00.000-08:00

.
weekend is upon us
&

I intend to have FUN exploring the city
errrrrr...preferable with my clothes ON?!

Have a Wonderful Weekend Everyone!
Thank you for all your lovely comments this week!

* Much LurrrVE Baby Baby Baby! *
.

Christmas Window Display

2011-12-02T04:00:00.000-08:00

Printemps has certainly outdone themselves with their Noël Rêves d’Évasion!

Elegant & whimsical windows of the Printemps Paris flagship store pay homage

to Chanel & the genius creative director Karl Lagerfeld. Storefront windows displaying

animated puppet dolls: miniature Lagerfelds, flight attendants (including a Chanel Airplane!)

& dancing ballerinas were all made in rue Cambon Chanel workshops...

" Ouch! help...I've fallen & I can't get up! "

My-my-my...aren't they adorable?

I was smiling ear to ear while taking these pics, and so were all
the passers-by who were drawn to view the whimsical window display!

greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE

Paris by Night

2011-12-01T05:20:00.000-08:00

Les Champs Elysées, one of Paris' most popular avenues, gets decked

in twinkling Christmas lights for the Holidays!

" falalalala-lala-lala..." ~moment for sure!

.Have you seen this video?
...certainly never a dull moment in this fantastic city of lights!

* Season's Greetings to all! *
~XOXO*

-Photo ©LENORENEVERMORE Greetings from Paris

Color Exposure in Paris

2011-11-30T05:05:00.000-08:00

light, clair (clare) ~ light blue = bleu clair.

dark, foncé (fon-say) ~ dark blue = bleu foncé

Determine to improve my French daily while in Paris.

errr-errr...not that easy i tell ya'

Learning how to French Kizz was definitely much easier! LOL

greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

The sun briefly reappeared...

2011-11-28T20:55:00.000-08:00

As usual around this time of the year,

the sun has been playing hide & seek on all of us here in Paris.

The fog & rain are expected to come back this week.

I may need to get a bigger umbrella perhaps...

Excuse me, how is the weather in your zipcode?

greetings from Paris!

~XOXO*

greetings from Paris

brand NEW bag

2011-11-28T01:30:00.000-08:00

" Hello everyone! "

Show-off time once again! (blushed*)

errr...like my new bag?

Got it from one of my favorite shops in Paris...oh the smell of leather ~a huge turn ON!!

Quite a large tote bag, yes? I can fit a small microwave inside i think!

If you have naturally larger hips there is something you can do to make them smaller.

Like I always say, the bigger the bag the smaller the hips! ~hah!

Rain or shine, I've been carrying the same bag around Paris lately~

I lurrrve... ISAAC REINA for his understated design & the scrumptious quality leather!

After working for Hermès as their artistic director in accessory, Isaac Reina launched

his Edition de sacs collection & opened this first small Paris shop in 2006.

~XOXO*

Climbing Vines

2011-11-25T09:30:00.000-08:00

I was admiring the ivy plant which is covering the facade of the Carnavalet Museum

in the heart of Le Marais, the fashionable right bank district of Paris.

There's always something so incredibly romantic about climbing vines on an old wall, yes?

I've seen a lot of ivy cultivars and many of them do turn reddish in the colder months,

but this particular ivy is really turning to such a vibrant red!

Can you see the courtyard garden?
The classic parterre design is absolutely gorgeous

and certainly look its best when viewed from above!

Hope you're enjoying my Paris posts so far...
I still have about another week here everyone!

Greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

Give THANKS!

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wishing all of you back home-sweet-home in the US

A Happy Thanksgiving!

And to all the people across the pond (ehem, including me!)

0ooooh...why not! Happy Thanksgiving to all us!

p.s: My dear brother sent me this *link* today. I think it's
a good article to read + ponder as we celebrate Thanksgiving Day!

~XOXO*

-Photo by Julie Blanner

31 Rue Cambon, PARIS

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A rare photo of the fashion legend herself in front of her shop taken by Douglas Kirkland in 1962.

“ Fashion changes,
but style endures ” ~COCO CHANEL
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Recently, I had a lunch meeting right across from the same shop where she once stood.
Of course I would not miss a photo-opportunity of the iconic building!

Although Coco Chanel had her private suite at the Ritz, which is within a walking distance

from 31 Rue Cambon, she also kept a lavish private apartment in this building.
~Let's take a peek inside:
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Her exquisite apartment is on the third floor...almost everything has been frozen in time!

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^ Do you remember this great fashion moment back in 2008? ^
Karl Lagerfeld decided to recreate the '31 Rue Cambon' to the fashion crowd
at the Grand Palais. A life-size facade of the Chanel building, complete with
a street-runway had been built into the fashion show venue! ~how amazing was that?!
Greetings from Paris

p.s : Just found out recently that CHANEL has a Blog as well ~Oh là là indeed!

~XOXO*

Dear Diary,

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My Taxi driver was writing his diary...

That's right, while he was DRIVING!!!

errr...I really should get a life insurance, huh?

Thankfully i survived the taxi ride to live another day in Paris!

Still enjoying & celebrating all my senses...

oui s'il vous plait!

one of each pretty pleassse...

To sum it all up,

I almost died and went to macaron heaven!~Literally!

Anywayyy...

these heavenly macarons are from Patisserie Sadaharu Aoki, a Japanese pastry chef

who has made it big in Paris by combining the traditional French techniques and Japanese

flavors. When in Paris, I do recommend a visit to this unique patisserie ~YUM!

Greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

Bonjour de Paris!

2011-11-18T03:30:00.000-08:00

I have arrived safely in this fabulous city!

Surprisingly, without any major jet lag nor lost luggage!

Well, let the new adventures begin...

First thing first,

" well hellooooo... stranger! "

[a.k.a cutefrenchboyz]

errr...fortunately my bf back home is a ~~secure trusting~~ very understanding man! (wink*)
I Have a good feeling this is going to be another wonderful stay in Paris for me ~oui-OUi!

Greetings from Paris

~XOXO*

Here I go again~

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Charming illustrations from the book 'This Is Paris' (1959) by Miroslav Sasek

...off to Paris!

Another exciting opportunity for me to work+explore the charming

City of Lights once again. Hope to squeeze some time to share my travel photos

with all of you when I get there, okie* ~Until then Everyone!

~XOXO*

Recent Crush*

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Sparkling & flattering classic cut from Tory Burch
wool blazer + pants ~would prefer to wear them separately though...

Lovely DIY project

I can picture the bouquet in a simple vase next to a table lamp perhaps?

Adore this paper goods store where we can find a large

selection of booklets and handmade stationary items.

Admire how they've styled the products; beautiful organized clutter!

Do you enjoy watching artist at work like I do? Then you will certainly enjoy this video

of Cristóbal Schamal as he draws using both wet and dry media ~so fascinating!

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~XOXO*
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Birdie~

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I do believe all the above to be true! errr...don't you think so?!

I'm a huge fan of Marc Johns.

It's always such a delight to visit his Blog & Shop.

Excuse me...

Have you started on your Christmas list yet?

shop: sparrow key chain & holder | Voliere lamp | enamel container | Hannah Turner ceramics

I'm sure there are many bird lovers out there...the bird key holder is such a darling, isn't it?

Anywayyy...

Hope all of you had a wonderful weekend?

My parents had their birthdays and as usual,

we celebrated the special occasion with food glorious food galore!

burp! oh pardon me, I ate wayyy...too much!!

~XOXO*

SPECIAL Weekend is upon us...

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Today is The DAY!

11.11.11

And I hit the 'publish button' for this blog post at 11:11 am!

errrrrr...isn't that special???

[ champagne tower is essential! ]

Plus, Veterans' Day & both my parents are

celebrating their Birthdays this weekend as well...

" Cheers & Have a WONDERFUL Weekend Everyone! "

~XOXO*

-Photo via Rusty@Pinterest

Leading MAN

2011-11-10T17:26:00.000-08:00

"Remember the crazy lady in Fatal Attraction?"
Actress Glenn Close is receiving another great buzz for her role in Albert Nobbs.
It's very easy to understand why, considering that she portrays a woman
struggling to succeed in late 19th century Ireland by pretending to be a man!

Perhaps the Academy Award should nominate her for both

best actor & actress next year?! Can't wait to watch this movie!

~XOXO*

Meowww,,,

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errr...Björk is that you???

.Popular album covers + cute furry kittens

and voilà! ~we now have the Kitten Covers Tumblr!

The John Lennon Kitty is too darn cuuute...

Hope they will come up with the 'puppy version' next?!

* Squeals! *

~XOXO*

-Via Jezebel

Hermès

2011-11-09T10:00:00.000-08:00

~My recent trip to the Hermes shop...

Another gorgeous window display, promoting their signature enamel cuff bracelets!

My-my-my...

such humongous Hermès Bangles, yes?!

~XOXO*

-Photos Lenorenevermore

As cute as a

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well...

in this case the more the merrier!

...Oh simply so beautiful!

Can you spot the word 'play' among the branches?

hmmm...color blind test for all of us!

Lisa Jordan certainly has amazing vintage button collection!

To view more of her projects here & her shop here.

I really ought to search for those spare buttons in my drawers now!

Anywayyy...

a lot of activities were going on outside my country house

over the weekend! ~take a look :

Around this time of the year, the gardeners are always busy pruning

the overgrown trees on the property.

It's always so fun to watch them climbing all over the trees.

All the tree branches were later shredded and collected for the compost pile.

The rich compost will go back to the ground soil next spring!

The matured Oak tree next to the house is looking so much better now.

...and so is the view from my desk!

Glorious autumn sunset in the countryside...

~XOXO*

-Photos LilfishStudios & Lenorenevermore

Hip+Pop

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fall/winter collection from Australian brand Handsom

I lurrrve the pop of orange buttons on that dress!

,,,meanwhile

Earlier today,

I heard someone whistling to this tune at the indoor carpark...

Now I simply can't get the catchy song out of my head!

You know how it is sometimes...

~XOXO*

SMILE...it's Monday!

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Close Up Photography by KUTLU

Such perfect set of pearlywhiteteeth, yes?

I'm pretty sure they glow in the dark as well!

XOXO*

-Via Ffffound

Weekend is upon us...

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brrrrrr...it was so cold last night that I had to grab

an extra blanket and slip on my cozy socks to bed.

It seems like we're skipping fall season & going straight to winter?!

Root vegetable soup with truffle oil

I'm craving for a generous bowl of warm deliciousness.

I think this recipe would be just perfect for me!

Excuse me...I'm drooling just thinking about it!

Have a Warm+Cozy Weekend Everyone!

~XOXO*

-Photos Lenorenevermore & LaTartine

Old World Romance

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Photographed by Julia Hetta for Acne Papers

These portraits remind me of oil paintings by the great old masters.

Absolutely beautiful details...notice the untied shoelace?

(I'm observant like that! *wink*)

Vintage door transformed into a table & work station ~Brilliant!

One of a kind pieces by Manoteca

' Respect the past and admire the new as always! '

~XOXO*

- Manoteca table found via TrendLand