Naturally inspired!

Inspired by the beautiful Carolina Herrera Spring 2012 collection, with its upbeat bird prints offset by ethereal blues, greys and neutrals (view the collection here), I set out to find some nature-inspired accessories that could inject my wardrobe with some much needed Herrera flair. I found a fantastic pair of leaf earrings in gold and white at Mr Price for only R15.99, which I’m already wearing almost every day! Another great find is a pair of feather earrings from Identity in a purple-blue that reminds me instantly of the Carolina Herrera collection!

So why not set out for a little end-of-the month pay-day celebration shopping spree yourself? There’s nothing like retail therapy!

What’s on her nails??

Today Pretty Little Pigeons is launching a new segment called ‘What’s on her nails?’, where the lovely Chicara from South African blog Lipgloss Kisses will regularly be sharing with us what she’s currently wearing on her nails! The first colour she’s sharing with us is a glamorous gold from Essence Colour and Go called ‘Just in Case’.  

Hearts, stripes and polka dots.

Dress, Mr Price. Shoes, Ackermans. Earrings, Jay Jays. Sunglasses, Identity. Nail Polish, Michellori Paris, Fantasia.

Taking advantage of the warm Pretoria weather this past weekend, I had some fun with mixed prints and a cute little Yorkshire terrier named Redgy.

Mixed prints are all the rage right now, so if you’re somewhat wary of looking like an overdressed circus clown, why not start small by mixing up the prints on small items like your accessories. I mixed a heart print scarf (used as a belt) with polka dot earrings and a simple striped dress.

While the weather’s still hot and balmy take to the streets in crazy mixed prints and bright colours and have some last minute summertime fun! 

Do you hear the bells ringing?

I recently took some pictures at a friend's wedding that I really wanted to share with you! It was a magical pink-themed wedding and the flamingoes outside the church contributed beautifully to the theme... Don't you just love the sound of wedding bells?

There’s a trick to every trade...

Peep-toe wedges, Mellisa at 36boutiques

Red postman bag, Habits 

Grey high-heeled courts, Foschini at 36boutiques

Leather belt, Habits

The saying goes, there’s a trick to every trade...and whenever I’m confronted by the mysterious ability of art to speak to the soul or the undeniable strength of a well-written poem, I think of this saying. It’s true there truly is a trick to every trade, every tradesmen has something up his or her sleeve that makes his work unique.

I have a friend who seems to have a few tricks to her repertoire and in the process she creates the most beautiful mosaic that I simply had to photograph. Of course I have a few tricks of my own and therefore I’ve paired her mosaic with some items found on a fruitful online shopping session. 

If you’re just as moved by her art as I am you can contact the artist for some unique mosaic pieces of your own:

Anita du Toit

dutoit.anita.heleen@gmail.com

0741471324

Maxi Inspiration!

Inspired by my favourite South African blogger Laiqah from Lucky-Packet who always wears the most amazing maxi skirts, I’ve embarked on an epic search for the perfect maxi skirt. My quest is only at its meagre beginnings, but already I’ve found two possible candidates!

First I need to apologise for the horrible quality of the photos, fitting rooms don’t exactly have picture perfect lighting...

My first candidate is an absolute bargain buy at only R119.95, a beautiful purple skirt, complete with pockets (don’t you just love pockets in skirts?) which I found at Mr Price! The second candidate in the running for the title of the perfect maxi skirt is currently on sale at Truworths for only R270! It’s a magically neutral camel colour and has the added advantage of coming with a belt.

So, which one would you vote for?  

Oh Prada!

Prada resort collection 2012 lookbook, shot and styled by Ben Toms and Oliver Rizzo and featuring South-African born model Kathryn Kruger!

Photos from designscene.net

Mimótica Micola...The science of making all things fancy!

I’ve many times frowned at the phrase ‘I’m at a loss for words’...as someone who always has something to say or a comment to throw into the mix I’ve never really experienced the mysterious ‘I’m speechless’ moment.

I’m a fashion blogger, someone who has a toolbox filled with quirky adjectives and made-up words at the ready to describe any fashionable item you might just toss my way. Yet, I believe the fantastically creative people at Spanish store Mimótica Micola have finally given me the unmentionable pleasure of that first speechless moment... When I first laid my eyes on their beautifully crafted handmade handbags and shoes I was...for lack of a better phrase...at a loss for words!

So I’m allowing the handbags to speak for themselves...something I believe us bloggers should try more often. You’ll find the experience invigorating...drink in the beauty of each picture....and to experience more ‘speechless’ moments visit Mimótica Micola’s website and their

online store

To give you a bit of background, Mimótica Micola was created in 2003 by Racquel Micola, who learnt to sew from her grandmother, a seamstress who specialised in repairing torn bullfighters’ costumes, from whom she inherited an insatiable taste for attention to detail.

Mimótica Micola’s products are handmade using high quality leather from Spain and Italy. You can shop from their beautiful collection online at their easy to use online store or their flagship store located in Barcelona. Also, I’ve got some great news for my South African readers...they ship to South Africa AND their stock is currently on SALE! So, don’t waste any time...do yourself a favour and pamper yourself with a treasure from the Mimótica Micola store. Simply click on the logo below to be transported to a handbag-filled paradise!

Best-selling Magazine Covers of 2011...

The results are in...and it seems if you want to sell magazines there’s three girls you should definitely consider putting on your cover. Jennifer Aniston, Sarah Jessica Parker and Heidi Klum was the best-selling covergirls of 2011. Jennifer Aniston gave Elle there best-seller of the year and her Marie-Claire cover was also a sell-out in stores. Heidi Klum sparkled on the cover Glamour whilst Sarah Jessica Parker was a showstopper on the cover of the August issue of Vogue. Other covers that garnered attention was the W cover featuring the rising star Mila Kunis and Vogue’s best-selling cover graced by the ever intriguing Lady Gaga.