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MU and ME

If you don't know this about me, let me just tell you now, I have a crazy obsession with stationary!

So this beautiful local brand Mu and ME has me obsessed with their range of cute, notebooks, journals, wrapping papers, stickers and even clothing for kids.



They have a free standing in store in Cape Town Waterfront and at the Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock. In Johannesburg you can get…

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Added by Michela Benigno on March 13, 2012 at 20:30 — No Comments

Palazzo Pants

You either love them or you hate them, and I have to say I love, love, love them!

I cannot wait to pack away all my skinny's and purchase as many palazzos as i can.

The way i see it, the wider the better.

Palazzos marched down many catwalks this past Spring in Europe and they seem to be making their way into some of our stores too.

Cotton On, have some beautiful choices of…

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Chloe 2012 Fall/Winter Collection

Chloe has always been one of my favorite designers, and their 2012 Fall/Winter collection shown at this years fashion week, was breath taking.



The high waisted skirts, sweaters and fitted pants, are so sophisticated and lady like.

I especially love the color palette they have chosen, corals with warm burgundies and mixed with peppermint and emerald…

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House Of Holland Tights

Pretty Polly, teamed up with House Of Holland and have created an amazing line of tights. My favorite are the suspender tights, seen worn by Rihanna, Pixie Lott and Selena Gomez to name a few.

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Amazing Aztec

If there is one prediction I have for the winter season, it is that aztec prints will be huge!

Its time to adjust your urban uniform and transform into that of a polished, global traveller.  With a slight boho feel to it, designers have gone wild transforming, skirts, sweaters, shorts and bags with this tribal graphic.…

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Socks + Heels

Just because winter is drawing near, doesn't mean you need to pack away all your favorite summer heels.

Socks and heels have been seen on many runway shows and around the streets of Europe, this past fall and if you team them up correctly looks super cool and chic.



The best pair of socks are usually plain with not to much detail, i especially love the plain white ankle socks with a…

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La Vie En Rose- Vogue Paris

I love this editorial from Paris VOGUE.

I especially love the use of pink, purple, red and rose shades used in the makeup.

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Added by Michela Benigno on February 1, 2012 at 0:00 — No Comments

Rag and Bone -DIY Project

The on going DIY project by Rag and Bone is so refreshing. The campaign features models in Rag and Bone jeans, no stylist, no hair, no makeup and no lighting. Just the girl and her camera! The photos have all been taken by the models themselves, featuring Abbey Lee Kershaw. Miranda Kerr,and  Lilly Aldridge to name a few. Check out their website, to view the full projects and the…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 31, 2012 at 23:30 — No Comments

Over Sized Clutch Bags

These over sized clutch bags are amazing. I love them as they are big enough to carry all the essentials in your handbag. Forever New have two beautiful versions of this bag as well as ASOS.com…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 31, 2012 at 23:30 — No Comments

Candice Swanepoel- VOGUE ITALIA

I cannot seem to get over this shoot from VOGUE Italia last Feb featuring Candice Swanepoel.

Candice transforms into luxe glamour while donning the designs of Burberry Prorsum, Blumarine, Versace and others styled by Carlyene Cerf de Dudzeele in this 'I want Candy' editorial.…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 31, 2012 at 23:30 — 2 Comments

Zoe Kravitz- Style Icon

She is not only the daughter of Lenny Kravitz, but also a complete style icon.

Often spotted on the front row at New York fashion week, Zoe Kravitz personal style has  got her noticed in recent years, with a penchant for wayfarer sunglasses, oversized layers and all things 80's and 90's.

Her casual style is a hodgepodge of all…
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Carine Roitfields-Irreverent

This elegant book is a visual history of Carine Roitfeld's fearless career. A daring instigator, she is known for pushing the limits with her subversive styling ideas. Featuring a selection of 250 magazine tear sheets and covers from pivotal editorial shoots and advertising campaigns, as well as intimate photos, this book gives an inside view into Roitfeld's creative thought…
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Fresh Faced

There is nothing worse, than when a face looks tired, dehydrated and haggard. Applying your foundation correctly as well as using the correct products and shades helps to creating the perfect fresh faced look. Below are my favorite tips and products to use for a fresh face look.

Foundation: Face and Body by MAC 
Cheeks: Cream color base Virgin Isle by MAC
Mascara:…
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Added by Michela Benigno on January 31, 2012 at 23:00 — No Comments

Puma- PICO bike

I want one so bad!

I am so involve with Pumas PICO bike. Its not only easy on the eyes but its stylish framewith awesome colors and cute basket makes it probably one of the coolest bikes ever.



This 8- speed bike features and integrated/basket carrier at the front, BMX tires, and an aluminium-alloy frame. It is not foldable like some of the Puma bikes but its not so huge that…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 31, 2012 at 23:00 — 14 Comments

Retro Beach

This editorial with a glamorous retro feel is perfect for the switch from summer to fall.

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Back to Black

We have all heard the saying that 'Black is timeless' and so often we tell ourselves , that we are no longer going to wear it and that we will opt for vibrant colors or exotic prints.



But with all that said, in time we all go back to black!

For some reason it never fails us, its clean, sophisticated and chic.

Wether its a black jacket, black leggings, or the infamous little…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 30, 2012 at 21:00 — No Comments

For the love of the 70s

I Love the 70s feel to this editorial featuring Ruby Aldridge. The blue star print blouse is my favorite x

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 30, 2012 at 20:00 — No Comments

Beautiful Smoke

These gorgeous visuals from french Vogue, make you want to have any excuse to go out and smoke up your eyes. My favorite for Smokey eyes is still MAC cosmetics smolder eye kohl pencil................................................................................................................................…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 30, 2012 at 16:00 — 3 Comments

ELLE Argentina-Chignon

These are fantastic alternatives, to the basic top knot............................................................

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 30, 2012 at 16:00 — No Comments

Black Lace

Lace dates way back to the fifteenth century when women wore elaborate headdresses detailed with the patterned cloth. Ever since, it has gone on to impact fashion immensely (ranging from the Victorian era’s lace collars to fingerless gloves and biker shorts’ trim circa 1985), and I expect its popularity will continue to recycle and reform every few decades.



Aside from suggesting an…

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Added by Michela Benigno on January 30, 2012 at 15:30 — 3 Comments


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