Inspirational seasonal shift: Autumnal flavours

We haven't even touched on the last days of summer and yet somehow I'm on a totally different vibe today. I blame the September Issues, magazines have gone into hyperdrive with the new season in a major way. Furthermore, autumnal looks have been easing their way into stores with mini transitional lines available on the high street now.

Tickling my fancy today and sucking me into the autumnal mood are the stunning AW11 press shots from River Island's Lookbook. Seriously, they've got it bang on trend, filtering all the hot looks from the catwalk. It's just a darn shame they don't deliver worldwide even though there are stores in Singapore, Turkey, Poland, Ireland, Netherlands and the Middle East.

Super glam maxi frocks in bold, brights - LOVE it!

River Island have come a long way in the past 5 years (not forgetting the former Chelsea Girl years), their accessories line (especially the bags) are simply to die for.
For quite some time the likes of asos, Topshop and even H&M (in the UK) have been the go to brands on the highstreet, but i'd say that River Island are really on top of their game right now and clearly in a league of their own.

There's a real mix of exciting trends coming through in their AW11 collection, I guess I might be tempted to hop on a plane back to London after all.

What looks and trends will you be coveting in the upcoming new season?

images via River Island Press shots

p.s To everyone at home (UK), stay safe...

Lusting after... Bad A$$ rings & pretty things

I was recently asked if i'd bought anything lately... in my head I was kinda thinking 'so, does this include online splurge or do you actually, physically mean walking into a shop and purchasing something which involves the exchange of hard earned cash?' Other than my dream dress purchase via Cocosa, it has been forever since I bought anything. Scout's honour...

I can't remember the last time I swooned at anything exciting, but whilst doing the rounds and looking for some summer accessorizing, I came across this long chained feather necklace and large stone cocktail ring from H & M. Yup, I swept these up in a jiffy and both weren't crazy expensive either, job done.

Even after my mini shopping stint, I still can't help but go gaga for these gorgeous rings!

1. ID knuckle duster ring by Mawi 474 euros
2. Bronze Lizard Onyx ring by Kara Ross reduced to £66.50 also via asos
3. Topshop triangle cut out ring £7.50
4. Low Luv 14ct Tripe bar ring by Erin Wasson redeuced £67.50 via asos

5. Vivienne Westwood silver square box ring £195 via asos
6. McQueen Spiral Twin skull ring (also available in gold) £150 via Harvey Nichols
7. This is so reminds me of the YSL Arty ring, but gorgeous otherwise. $16.95 Via Sportsgirl Aus
8. Agate cocktail ring £10 via River Island

Lastly, whilst grabbing the links for these rings, I've just spotted Lanvins new Medailles Crystal ring via Harvey Nichols, it is gorgeous!!! Which of these are tickling your fancy?

Hope you're all having a wonderful week!

Zzzzooming into August: High days & Holidays

I hope you've all had a terrific weekend! Am already wishing the weekends were just a wee bit longer. We're into a new month, just how is it that we're in August already???

This gorgeous image summarizes how I'm feeling today. Anyhoos, Happy Monday!

(Currently plagued by insomnia)

Photography by Serge Leblon For Harper's Bazaar Russia 2011
So loving this Belgian photographer's work.
via trendhunter

August is the month for holidays here in Greece, only i'm still working... :(
I guess I want to leave you all a little something from my little Fiesta of Happiness book by David Baird.

High Days & Holidays

"Happiness comes and goes
We all have periods of gloom.
When we wonder whether the good times will ever return.
Why do we limit our capacity for fun to just a few short seasons?
Why not instead make everyday a holiday and revel in living.
Celebrate your friends and the happiness they bring into your life.
Celebrate being a giving person.
Apply yourself to work that you enjoy and everyday can seem like a holiday.
But beware, none of us could stand a lifetime of unbroken ecstacy.
There will be downs, but with so much to look forward to.
We can learn to manage them a little better."