I've died and gone to Scotland. These are images from the interiors of the Jura Lodge, designed by Bambi Sloan. The fastest way to get there is via London and even then its gonna take you two planes and a ferry ride which equals about a whole day of traveling time (yikes!) But I wouldn't mind, just look at the interior.. amazing. Absolutely love everything about it.

Balmain fringed high boot, F/W 08. Topshop has them for what I'm sure is only a fraction of the cost.

If like me you've not yet owned anything Pierre Hardy, now is a good time to invest in one. His latest collection of bags are a mix of modern, mod and luxe. This clutch is my favorite. It also comes in black and purple suede. I don't usually use the word gorgeous, but I will now. Gorgeous.

I spotted this for my boyfriend among a pile of crap for 5 quid, at a charity shop on Edgware Road. According to my brother, its a Smoke Jacket. I imagine for when they would go into the den or the back porch to smoke their cigars with a glass of whiskey in hand. Looks good on.

Comme Des Garcons Printed Matter exhibition is now on at Dover Street Market up until November 22nd. While I am a fan of the designer's line Play, this display proved to be too claustrophobic for me. In any case if you are a fan, the giant labyrinth like space that it has temporarily become is worth checking out. Be sure to take a mini time out at the Rose Bakery on the 5th floor. The small balcony out back is a bonus, because there's nowhere else in London where you get to soak in the view of chimneys over organic brownies. One of my favorite places to frequent when I'm in town.

Seeing Sequins

If there is ever a time you are going to see some glitter fest action going on anywhere near or on my body, this would be it. I have been wanting a Vanessa Bruno sequin tote for awhile now, except I never found the perfect color. Today I stumbled upon it by chance in a very soft ballerina salmon hue. Must be my lucky day!

Toy Soldiers

I passed by this store by accident one freezing night enroute to dinner in Soho. They have all these historical european figurines in various sizes. My favorite are the ones in the guardsman uniform, they remind me of The Nutcracker Suite! (they are also the most affordable, I didn't say cheap though). The shop is small but that makes it intimate and quaint and has such an old toymaker ambience, which we don't seem to have anymore, no thanks to all those new toys out there, like my nephews collection of transformers! While these pictures don't do these handmades any justice, they are a great add to any collection. My boyfriend loves toys and has a little collection of his own going on. I think I am going back to pick some up.

The Armoury of St. James
17 Piccadilly Arcade
London SW1Y 6NH

In the spirit of all things English, I thought I'd share with you some images of one of my favorite spaces in London; the Matthew Williamson boutique on Bruton Street just off of Bond Street. An amazing mix of bird-like paradiso with a rock and roll vibe. This place really just reminds me of my best friend who lives in New York at the moment. Maybe because its bursting with colors! I wish it was my london outpost apartment hehe...

I fell in love with..

Silver spoon, for your tea leaves. By Mariage Freres. How can you not?

Ready for February

Greetings from London! I've been here for the past couple of days and managed to pick up a couple of things. Today, I literally bought every Mariage Freres product they had at Harvey Nichols. For those of you who know me, know my love for tea.. The American Breakfast blend is amazing, so please try to get a hold of it because I just can't explain to you how amazing it smells.

Anyway, I found the perfect pair of shoes for when I head to New York during winter in February. I first fell in love with F-troupe at the Opening Ceremony store in New York last year when I stumbled on the softest brown sheepskin and suede leather boots I'd ever seen, except they only had them in men's size. Founded in 2003 and based out of London, it has become a cult brand among those in the know. Today, I picked mine up in black. They remind me so much of paddington boots but the softer version, I love it! I also picked up a pair of black leather jazz shoes by repetto, yay! I'm sure I'll be wearing those to death.

I found them both at Poste Mistress on Monmouth Street in Covent Garden. They carry really cute shoes from the likes of Jil Sander, French Sole, Minnetonka, Opening Ceremony as well as other cool european brands. Basically alot of the stuff I like. You can also find them at Harvey Nichols located on the 3rd floor.

The Raleigh

While I've only ever stayed at two of his hotels; The Standard in Miami and The Mercer in New York, I love this image of his other hotel, The Raleigh in Miami. I am a fan of Andre Balazs and I absolutely love what he's done to the hotel industry. Not only has he brought cool back to the way people travel, he's created this culture across the board. The branding and print ads successfully evoke the era of each of the hotel he owns while still maintaining that modern feel. I mean I love a hotel that you can escape to that allows you to have fun without that forced feeling of having to try. When you're at an Andre Balazs property you sort of just ease into this other character(like you've left your responsible self behind in reality), except you become fully aware of it and you just dont care, mainly because they make you feel you're in good hands. I think he's got a peachy thing going on, and I hope he'll continue to do so for a long time.

He's got a new addition on the way, The Standard New York. Yay!

Gotta Have It

Just in! I've been eyeing these ever since La Garconne featured a label called Rose on their site couple weeks back. Satine Boutique had them in blue but sold out most of them as soon as they were listed up. While the price tag might break your budget, or your bank account for that matter, this dress is absolutely archive worthy. What's not to love about it, its chic, elegant, cool and most of all it will be something you will be able to wear forever. And if stretching the wallet isn't possible this month, settle for the capelet, it's just as adorable.

Acne

I first heard about Acne from my best friend who was living in Stockholm three years ago. Luckily for me, the Barneys co-op outpost in Miami had just gotten some in at the time(someone had obviously done their homework). And while I've stayed true and true to my skinny Hex in pure wash(i am obsessed!), I've had my eye on the Tube for a year now. They're still high waisted like the Hex but with a straight cut. These go with everything from moccasins to heels with such an effortless look. So while I missed out on getting them at Barneys in New York last I was there, Oak is selling them online. These are a staple in my closet, and they should be in yours too.

Alaia

A new addition to my Alaia collection, waiting to be picked up at Browns in London when I'm there next week. I got the bigger piece, more similar to the one Mary-Kate has been sporting but with the studs. Last it was listed on ebay, someone bid on it for $8000. No joke.

Summer is Over...

And yet I live in KL, Malaysia, where it is summer all year round. But I still like to make myself think we've got all four seasons going on here so I don't get so jaded! Anyway, on to more interesting things to talk about. I was in Bali for a beautiful wedding, thrown by the Jakarta It socialite herself, Adinda Bakrie and her husband Seng. The wedding was nothing short of spectacular. And even though we didn't think anything else could top the weekend, one of my dearest friend Didit took us to the Como Shambhala Estate in Begawan Giri Ubud to stay for the week. It was my second time back to this hidden gem and like the first, it did not dissapoint. Owned by none other than Club 21's Cristina Ong, the retreat is numero uno and a favorite among those who frequent the Tablet Hotel site for your off the beaten path accomodations. If you are looking for something rich in culture mixed with modern ammenities with a heavy dose of privacy, look no further. Not to mention, their menu is to die for (as well as organic!). Be sure to check into the Umabona Villa. It is definitely the top of the range, but it is also the best. You won't regret it, or want to leave.