Lust-Haves: Headphone Mania.

As much as I love my standard Apple earphones, my inner street urbanite is lusting after some proper headphones! (I might also need some high tops, a vintage band t-shirt, and hipster backpack to look more like the part).

Clockwise from top left:

Urban Ears Plattan in Grape

On Earz Lounge in Red

Sennheiser PX 200-II in White (Collapsible)

Audio-Technica ANC1 in White

Bose QuietComfort 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones

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Lust-Haves: Pop art!

I think it's safe to say that everyone and their grandma can easily recognise Andy Warhol's iconic artworks. If you are one of the rare people that can't, here's a Google image search I prepared earlier. Known for their bold pops of colour, NARS has used his work as inspiration for their new Holiday Color, Pop and Silver Factory collections! Eyeshadows, eye & cheek palettes, lipglosses, nail polishes, and gift sets have undergone the Andy Warhol treatment - and true to form, it's fun, irreverent and colourful. The collections will be available in Australia exclusively from Mecca Cosmetica in about a month's time (14 October). 

Here's a few snippets of the collections: 

Images via Musings of a Muse, Bella Sugar, College Fashion

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Lust-Haves: Wang-ed.

Hi lovely people, have you been keeping up-to-date with New York Fashion Week? If not, it's happening right now, like right this second. My favourite show so far has been Alexander Wang, otherwise known as "It". If you ever want to amp up your coolness factor, you just have to ask yourself, WWAWD? (What Would Alexander Wang Do?) Actually it should be WWAWW - What Would Alexander Wang WEAR? And the answer will always be circuitous - You wear Alexander Wang, of course! Who else could make their models glow in the dark?

Images via Style.com

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Lust-Haves: Vogue's Fashion Night Out Edition.

Can you believe how fast this year has flown by? But this is one of the few weeks where I say that with happiness and a 'spring' in my step (deal with it, my puns are only going to get worse). Why? Duh, it's Vogue's annual Fashion Night Out (VFNO) this Thursday! So I hereby present to you a list of my extra excite-worthy events happening on the night. 

ASOS

Powerhouse online shopping site ASOS is hosting a pop-up store at Martin Place. There will be special offers, treats, competitions, and copies of the latest issue of ASOS Magazine on hand!

Benefit Cosmetics

The Benefit counter at Myer George Street is offering us ladies a free Havana Face Powder when we buy 2 products or more in one transaction (one of those has to be the It's Real Mascara).

Burberry
Want to win a classic Burberry Nude Trench? What a silly question, Wendy. Be in-store at their Flagship Store between 6.30 and 8.30 for your chance to win! 10% of all the purchases made on the night will also go to the Burberry Foundation.

Chanel
Chanel has created a new makeup collection exclusively for VFNO! Visit the Chanel Makeup Studio in Myer George St to check out Les Twin-Sets de Chanel, a collection of 3 matching lip and nail duos available exclusively on the night.

Clinique
Clinique is getting into the VFNO spirit and holding a pop-up event in Westfield Sydney! They're giving away a free travel size sample of a customised 3 Step regime and an eye mask with every Even Better Eye consultation. Better yet, have a picture with the Chubby Stick Mascots and you could win all 16 shades of Chubby Sticks!

Fleur Wood
Visit the Fleur Wood store in Westfield Sydney for an exclusive viewing of their Summer '12 collection. They are also holding a lucky dip - win anything from 50% off your total purchase, to a free styling session, or a signed copy of Food Fashion Friends. If you can't make it to the store, be sure to keep a lookout for a limited number of goodie bags making their way throughout Westfield.

Kookai
Kookai (Sydney Central store) are not doing anything flash, but who needs flash when you have 20% off full priced merchandise? Excludes sunglasses and leather apparel.

Mimco
Mimco is joining the 20% storewide party, but they are really getting into the VFNO spirit. 1960s-themed wait staff will be in-store with vintage cameras, but they will have me at "candy buffet". Also join Mimco's Facebook treasure hunt for some fun!

What VFNO event are you most looking forward to? You know where I'll be ;)

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Lust-Haves: Blinded by the Light.

I'm not going to harp on about the weather again, but Sydney has been very generous with the sunshine in the past week! And as much as I love my trusty Ray Ban clubmaster (may they never go out of style), I am looking (geddit?) for some retro cat-like eyewear to jazz up my Summer stylin'.

Clockwise from top left: 
The Row Cat Eye Acetate Sunglasses

Sportsgirl Mistress
ASOS Metal Full Frame Cat Eye Sunglasses in Gold

Karen Walker Anytime Crazy in Tortoise

Elizabeth and James Lafayette Cat Eye Sunglasses in Black

Stella McCartney Oversized Cat Eye Sunglasses in Burgundy

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Lust-Haves: Spring Colours.

Spring is really just around the corner! How do I know? Well besides owning a calendar and possessing some sort of Southern Hemisphere weather knowledge, I've been smacked in the face with pastel hues and floral patterns every time I've walked past a clothing store in the past month. That being said, Country Road has put out one of the best spring collections (in my humble opinion). Their newest female Casual collection is a delightfully sweet mix of sherbet hues and both structured and slouchy fits. It just screams effortless sports luxe; it's what Country Road does best!

Images via Country Road

You can shop the collection HERE. 

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Lust-Haves: Rockcandy.

I want candy, I want candy... Rockcandy that is! Hello Darling's new "nail art innovation" has all the qualities to make me bring out my credit card. It has a unique mix of being both luxe and fun looking - what other nail polish range can make your nails look like caviar (in the best way) and fairy bread? 

Here are my picks:

Millions & Billions

Sugar Coma

Cake At Midnight

This collection of rockalicious nail bling retails at AU$24.95 each. Shop the whole range here!

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Lust-Haves: Crystal Clear.

The Olympics are still in full swing, and while there have been some misses - Australia's unexpectedly average performance in the pool, Channel 9's appalling coverage, Badminton players purposefully losing games - there are many great things to come out of these games. Now, this is not a post about the German gymnastics team (but you should really click here for some eye candy) or a recount of Michael Phelps' legendary legacy, but about one of my true loves - fashion! 

British designer brand Charlotte Olympia (what an apt name) has designed a truly lust-worthy Perspex clutch for the 2012 games, available exclusively on Net-A-Porter. Using London as the inspiration, this clutch has clever interchangeable satin pouches, which depict the Union Jack, a crown and the city's skyline. And it has a badass spider clasp. This gorgeousness can be yours for a cool £475. Sadly that relegates the clutch to my "can drool over but never own" list. 

     

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Lust-Haves: The Pink Olympics.

This post is a day late I know, but I have been bunkered down with a cold for 4 long, long, long days. Being confined to bed (which I have named Ryan, as in Ryan Gosling... don't give me that look) has given me a huge case of cabin fever. And plenty of time to watch the Olympics!

From the official logo and pink-tinted Union Jack merchandise to the equestrian cross-country markers and hockey field sidelines, London has gone seriously pink-happy. And I'm not complaining! In fact, I think it's time to inject a bit of Olympic pinkness into my own wardrobe. In true London 2012 spirit, I'm sourcing my inspiration from my favourite British brand - Topshop!

From left to right:
Sleeveless Silk Shirt (£38.00)
MOTO Neon Oversized Sleveless Biker Jacket (£48.00)
Nails in Adrenalin (£6.00)
Union Jack Shopper (£10.00)
Lips in Idol (£8.00)
Knitted Spray Ladder Jumper (£38.00)

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Lust-Haves: Hairy Business.

Don't let the title of this post scare you. Don't let it remind you of Austin Powers' chest, THAT scene from the 40 Year Old Virgin, or Brazilians (the wax, not the population - you can think about people from Brazil, they're unfairly attractive). I am talking about the hair that resides on the top of my head, and I have a confession to make.... 

I have not had a haircut in over a year. In hindsight I should've gotten at least a trim before I ombre dyed my hair 7 months ago, but I was impatient and didn't bother (that coupled with having an impulsive streak really doesn't help me in many areas of life). Now my hair is a mess of tangled bristly strands that I'm sure even Rapunzel would recoil at. Evidence:

Yeah, not pretty. Hair masks and smoothing sprays have helped, but it's time for the scissors to come in. Being in the round-faced crew means that only certain lengths and styles will prevent me from looking like a cherub faced prepubescent.  So I've combed through the interwebs and "trimmed" my hairspiration to a few styles:

Images sourced from Google Image

Pigs must be able to fly because I now have a picture of Selena Gomez on my blog. If you have more haircut suggestions for me, let me know in the comments!

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Lust-Haves: Paint the Town Red.

If you follow my 140-character ramblings on Twitter, you will probably know that I hate Mondays. Emo Wendy emerges every Sunday evening, cursing the fact that Monday morning is around the corner. Yolanda from Shopping Intervention can't quite cure my Monday-itis, but she did recommend a genius coping mechanism: wear red lipstick as the ultimate "f#ck off Monday, nobody mess with me" statement. And this means only one thing - I must stock up on red lippies! 

From left to right:

NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Shanghai Express

MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo

Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick in Legendary

Lancome Rouge in Love in 185N Rouge Valentine

Guerlain Coque d'Or (120) Rouge Automatique

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Lust-Haves: Print-o-mania.

I am ridiculous late to the printed pants party, having enjoyed my block coloured jeans phase too long to be fashionably acceptable. And now that I've started properly hunting, I of course want more than what my closet space and bank balance can afford. 

Alexander Wang botanical ombre jean

Zara satin trousers with flowers printed over cold dye

Topshop co-ord floral print trousers

Motel printed legging in cottage garden print

Opening Ceremony reversed print cigarette pants

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Lust-Haves: Let Off Some Steam.

It's been a long time (a month to be exact) between drinks for these Lust-Haves posts. In all honesty though, I've been feeling so poor and low on spare time that I haven't shopped (online and physically) all that much. So I have honestly not been lusting after anything. Shock horror, I know.

But I succumbed to looking at ASOS tonight and now I want all the SteamCreams they have in stock. All. The. Steam. Creams. In case you didn't know, SteamCream is a cream (duh) comprised of natural ingredients, which are combined together via a shot of steam (double duh). Their tin packaging comes in many designs - and the way they hook you in, and keep you buying more, is by having them all sold as limited edition versions. 

Disco Fever Tin | Flower Print Tin | London Tin

Cat Tin | Paula Polka Dot Tin | Koku Floral Tin

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Lust-Haves: Paisley is the New Black.

Recently I've been watching some vintage Sex & the City - you know, way back in Season 1 when Carrie would stop mid scene and speak to the camera. Cringe. Besides the unnecessary "breaking down the fourth wall" film technique, the other thing I noticed was of course the clothes. It seems like people didn't like prints in the 90s. Block colours, black and fur were all the rage, and pattern was a word used strictly to describe Carrie's behaviour. 

Fast forward to Autumn 2012, and prints are everywhere. The latest trend? Paisley. No longer limited to royal regalia, quilts or rugs, paisley is seeping into every corner of fashion. And I am definitely not complaining. 

Clockwise from top left:

Pierre Balmain LS Paisley Silk Shirt

J Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Raj Paisley

ASOS Paisley Edge Neckerchief

Citizens of Humanity Avedon Morris Paisley Jeans

Jil Sander Paisley-Print Cotton-Poplin Pouch

Topshop Paisley Pocket Shift Dress

Etro Suede Appliqued Wedge Sandals

Nike Hyperclave Liberty Paisley Sneaker

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Lust-Haves: Shu Uemura Mamechiyo Collection.

The reason I have no creative title for this post is not to boost my SEO (although that would not be a bad by-product), but I thought that "OMG SO KAWAII*. WANT" would not do me, or this post, any justice. 

So here's the news: Mamechiyo, a renowned Kimono artist, has teamed up with Japanese cosmetic giant Shu Uemura for a limited-edition packaging line. OMG SO KAWAII*. WANT! The Cleansing Oils, the UV Under Base Mousse (Primer) and the foundation compact case have undergone extreme floral makeovers in this collection. Each product comes in 4 unique designs inspired by 4 spring flower girls - The Wisteria, Cherry Blossom, Japanese Plum, and Peony. Butterflies, geometric shapes and Japanese florals mix together to form some truly lust-worthy designs. 

Image via Shu Uemura

Image via Sassy Hong Kong

Insert "hearts as eyes" emoticon. These beautiful designs are available at any David Jones store that has a Shu Uemura counter. Which is not many. So hop to it!

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*Kawaii = Cute in Japanese. I am so cultured. Heh.

Lust-Haves: Give Your Mum the Gift of Love.

I really wanted to NOT make a "last minute Mother's Day gifts" post - I am sure you are all super-organised have your presents (note the plural) ready for your Mumma! But just in case you are not ready for most important Sunday of the year yet, I have some ideas for you. 

If you're looking for a unique gift (candles, massages, and high teas are so.. 2011), look no further than Etsy. Now, if you've left it this last minute, shipping might be problematic. But in saying that, there are some gifts here that are so perfect your Mumma will be happy to wait for a few more days!

10 Things We Love About Mom Coupon Book

Engraved Custom Necklace

Library Themed Mother's Day Card

Herb Markers

Wood Box Gift Set

Love Pillow

Lust.. for my Mumma!

Lust-Haves: The White Shirt.

You are probably all frothing at the mouth over this week's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia (I am  stupidly excited about it too!), but let's not forget that Witchery is holding a great White Shirt Campaign 2012. Timing it perfectly with Mother's Day season, 100% of the gross proceeds of all white shirts bought from Witchery or Witcheryman will go towards the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation. Neat, no? 

Here are the ladies' shirts on offer:

From top, left to right:

Sequin Tie Neck Blouse $149.95

Stud Collar Shirt $149.95

Broderie Shirt $129.95

Tux Shirt $129.95

Contrast Panel Shirt $149.95

Boyfriend Shirt $129.95

Placket Front Shirt $149.95

Feather Print Tee $79.95

My friend tried on the Stud Collar Shirt and we were pleasantly surprised to find that the collar was detachable - Witchery really knows how to get to a girl's heart! I'm also digging the Tux Shirt, since my wardrobe is in dire need of something more structured. In any case, go buy a shirt and help out this great cause! 

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Lust-Haves: Neon Attack!

Yes, neon has been all the rage this season, but I never really paid attention to it until I saw Seal pimping out his neon nails on "The Voice".

Image via The Herald Sun 

I don't know why I like Seal so much. The voice? The smooth talking? The way he wins in every "argument" against Delta (yes I don't like her)? His ugly-hot vibe? It's probably a combination of all these things, but his neon nails add a lot to the equation too.

So in honour of THE Seal, here are some of the neon things in life that could do well in my life. Sad news though, my Asian skin and neon yellow are not a match made in heaven. Honestly, I just look like I have jaundice.

Clockwise from top left:
Christopher Kane Neon Jersey Tank
Zara Neon Embroidered Belt
Karen Walker Soul Club in Orange/Milk
True Religion Neon Green Shannon Skinny Jeans
Comme des Garcons Polka Dot-Embossed Leather Wallet
Senso ELITE Grey Snake Flats with Pink Piping
The Cambridge Satchel Company Leather Fluro Satchel 14"
Models Own Neon Kabuki Brush

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