Monday, October 31, 2011

NATALIE SHAU - DARK ILLUSTRATIONS, 2006-2008

I thought these Beautiful Gothic Style Illustrations by Lithuanian Artist Natalie Shau would be great last minute Inspiration.

Wishing You A Safe & Frightfully Fashionable Halloween!!
 Aren't these amazing?
View More of her Brilliant Work Here.

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Faiza xo


Thursday, October 27, 2011

ASHLEY SMITH - VOGUE RUSSIA, December 2010

I came across these great Baroque looks shot by
Sharif Hamza for Vogue Russia. 
These are my favorite images from the Editorial. 
Aren't the head pieces beautiful?
Chanel, Fall Couture 2010.
Worth Couture by Giovanni Bedin, Fall 2010.

Maison Martin Margiela Jacket, Fall Couture 2010.
Model Ashley Smith Styled by Simon Robins.
To View More of this Editorial Visit Here.
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Sunday, October 23, 2011

ALL MAGAZINE - OCTOBER 2011

Anais Pouliot shot by Sylvie Malfray for All Magazine's Spring Issue adorns intricate braids, lace & bandaged looks styled with a cross cultural Imperial mix by Ornella Jong.
 To View More of this Editorial Visit Here.

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Monday, October 17, 2011

CHIC GOTHIC GLAM - VOGUE ITALIA

Love this Dark Editorial so Beautifully shot by Craig McDean for Vogue Italia, September 2011!!








Models: Ruby Aldridge & Arizona Muse
Photographed by: Craig McDean
Styled by: Tabitha Simmons

Aren't the textures, mood & color combinations just fabulous?

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Wednesday, October 12, 2011

GOTH WITH A TWIST OF AVANT-GARDE, VOGUE ITALIA

Love this Editorial shot by Greg Lotus for Vogue Italia Beauty, Oct. 2008.  It covers a fantastic assortment of beautiful dresses styled with dark brilliance. It has a hint of Goth & a twist of Avant-Garde don't you think?
This dress by Balmain is absolutely gorgeous!!
 Fabulous laces, cut-outs, textures and sheerness.

Great chunky necklace & beaded top above.
 Love the hooded look!! Wish I knew who designed it.


Images via Greg Lotus & Trend Hunter.

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Sunday, October 9, 2011

INTERIOR INSPIRATION FOR OUR LOFT - LIVING ROOM

It's been a few years since we bought our beautiful loft in Bushwick, Brooklyn. But, we never got to the interior design part of it. Mostly because we put all our savings into purchasing the condo. But, I think it's finally time to buy some real furniture & spice it up!

Here is some Inspiration for the mood and colors I like. 
Let me know what you think?

I've been craving these rich, deep, dark tones in a sofa as seen below in shoe designer William Frawley's Manhattan, Soho Loft. 
Photo Credit: ElleDecor.com
 We absolutely fell in Love with this Fulham Leather Sofa from Restoration Hardware. It looks like we might have a winner if nothing else grabs us in the next few days.

You must visit the showroom if you are in NYC!! You won't want to leave. In fact you'll want to move in as the displays are fantastic & the furniture is super cool & comfortable.
 For years I've wanted to own a Leather Chesterfield but think I'll wait till I own a house. But, I can still appreciate their grand beauty & fabulous tufting. And how about that chest?
Don't you just Love this lounge chair? 
I'm pretty sure my husband would.

Above two Images via somewhere out in the Tumblr world.

Feel free to make suggestions or point out stores you think we should visit. And stay tuned for more Interior Inspiration!

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Faiza xo

Thursday, October 6, 2011

FREE STYLE - CHRISTINA RICCI

Doesn't she look lovely?
Photography by Liz Collins & Styled by Samira Nasr.
To View More Stylish Women Visit Elle.com

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Tuesday, October 4, 2011

THE GIRL EFFECT - JOIN THE POWERFUL TRUTH

The Girl Effect along with others like yourself can support developing countries by reducing the cycle of poverty just by educating one girl at a time. 

Studies show that by improving a girl's life everyone's life improves around her, starting from her family and beyond. It's one solution in the right direction don't you think? 
Won't you Join Us & Share The Love?


3 THINGS YOU CAN DO RIGHT NOW!!



"Given the opportunity girls living in poverty are uniquely capable of changing their lives and the lives of their brothers, sisters, communities and countries for the better. It's a ripple effect that's a revolution in the fight against poverty."
Girl Effect.org

Tara Sophia Mohr has been leading The Girl Effect Blogging Campaign, through which hundreds of bloggers write about the importance of investing in girls’ education in the developing world. 

Let's all Continue to Support this Great Cause!

Faiza xo

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