Today is the second Advent Sunday, time to light the second candle on the wreath. I didn’t have time to snap a photo on the first Advent, but finally managed to take a few today. Hope it is not too late, huhu~~
Another view of our wreath. I wish you all a joyful second Advent! :-)
Category Archives: Drops of Happiness
Happy Advent Sunday
December 5, 2010 – 1:27 pm
Holiday Gift Ideas
November 30, 2010 – 10:09 am
The holiday season is just around the corner, have you started buying gifts already? There is nothing on my wish list right now (is it a good thing or a bad thing? Bad for me but good for my hubby for sure. lol). Anyway, if you already have a long list, do share. As you see, I really need inspirations. ;-) Instead, I found a few little things that might be nice for family and friends.
- A cute cat. It is actually a purse hook from Alessi, looks fabulous and works like charm (click hier to have a look).
- A little bottle from the Hermessence collection is always good. I got my favourite scents from a wonderful friend last month: Rose Ikebana and Osmanthe Yunnan. I’d like to buy these two along with the Vétiver Tonka and the new Iris Ukiyoé to surprise others for Christmas.
Finally, A Pair of Rain Boots!
November 22, 2010 – 10:34 am
I have been searching for a perfect pair of rain boots for ages. Being picky in terms of shoes, it wasn’t an easy job. I wanted something logo-less and understated (so no Burberry for me); something lightweight and not that tough (so no Hunter, Loeffler Randall & co); something less flashy and less childish (so no colourful boots from Emilio Pucci, Missoni, Marc by MJ, etc); and most importantly, this pair of boots have to go well with my wardrobe and make me feel good even when it is pouring, lol~~
Can you imagine how my heart leaps when I came across this pair from Via Lactea?
To be honest, I’ve never heard of this brand before, but I just can’t be more happy with these boots. They are exactly what I’d wished for: understated chic with great craftsmanship.♥ For the first time of my life, I am hoping for a raining day. ;-P
Darling Roses
November 19, 2010 – 11:27 am
Every rose has its thorn, but looking from a different angle, I can hardly find one. ;-) Happy weekend!
Chrysanthemum
November 12, 2010 – 10:22 am
I took this photo last Sunday while waiting for the breakfast, now another weekend is just ahead. Time flies by too fast, shouldn’t we cherish every single moment…
Wish you all a wonderful weekend! :-)
Carré Story – Beloved India
November 8, 2010 – 11:25 am
“Like an enormous illustration, the Carré Beloved India pays tribute to the artisans who paint the earthen walls of Indian homes. Giant cartoons, picture-book illustrations and childlike frescoes… This figurative, ornamental and very expressive painting style is characteristic of Indian folk art.”
When Beloved India was first issued in Fall 2008, it immediately caught my attention because of the gorgeous illustration draw by Philippe Dumas (Monsieur Dumas is the grandson of Emile Hermès and also an illustrator of children’s literature. Btw, Emile Hermès is the grandson of Thierry Hermès, the founder of the house). However, I didn’t buy any silk Carrés back then coz I couldn’t find a colorway that really sing to me. One season later, the same design has been reissued as cashmere and silk shawl. This time, there is ONE just made my heart beat faster: the absolutely stunning bleu dur/corail/bleu jean colorway.
I feel pleased every time when I wear this beauty, maybe because of the cheerful design, or maybe because it just makes my raining November days more cozy and enjoyable. I can’t really explain it, but all I want to say is: wear something that lights up your heart. Women are always the most glamorous when they are happy. Have a good week everyone! :-D
The Mood of Fall
October 25, 2010 – 11:18 am
Fall has always been my favorite season since I was a little girl, I love the smell of the crisp morning air, the color change of the leaves on deciduous trees, the crystal clear blue sky and the glorious autumn sunshine…
During a Saturday afternoon walk, we passed by my favorite interior store and I just couldn’t come home empty handed. Hope these little cuties will cheer up your week! :-)
Sunday Surprises
October 11, 2010 – 10:58 am
Today I am not going to post another outfit, but rather to share two little things that happened on last Sunday that, really made my day! ♥
A very good childhood friend with whom I’ve lost contact for 13 years wrote to me (she got my eMail address from my mom). Reading her eMail makes me so happy although it was just a few lines. If you have a chance to get in touch with these old buddies, please do not hesitate to do so. Because friends that you meet when you are an adult are never the same and the beautiful memories of childhood are just too priceless.
Another surprise came from the amazingly kind Monsieur Hervé Pierre. I have no idea how he got to know my blog but I was so thrilled to read his incredibly wonderful comment on my post: Carré Story – Paddock. Merci infiniment, Monsieur Pierre!
Miss Rouge Garance
October 2, 2010 – 6:21 pm
Do you believe that good things come to those who wait? After waiting for 1 year and 9 months for something special. I do think it is true. :-D
May I introduce my new friend: Miss Rouge Garance!
I have my heart set on Rouge Garance because it is a true lipstick red, neither too blue, nor too orange; neither too dark, nor too flashy. The perfect shade of red IMHO and I just adore the horseshoe stamp. <3
Pre-Fall Outfit (4): LBD à la Alaïa
September 22, 2010 – 11:59 am
I’ll probably never buy any Alaïa dress at retail price, even when they are on sale, I’ll think twice before splurging. But luckily, we have the most wonderful copycat in the city: COS (Copy Of Style. No, just kidding, it is actually called Collection Of Style, haha). I tried on this Alaïa inspired LBD a while ago and felt in love with it. However, I didn’t take it home because I prefer loose fit clothing to tight, body-con ones.
We passed by COS the other day and I mentioned the LBD to my hubby, he suggested that we go in together so he can help me make the decision. It sounds pretty nice, why not? So after trying it on in front of him, I have to have it because, according to him, it looks fabulous on me (he certainly hasn’t noticed that I was holding my breath all the time, lol).
In the end I did buy the dress coz it requires a flawless body, a good motivation for me to keep going to the gym. :-D
LBD: COS, necklace: Miu Miu, boots: See by Chloé.