The weather here is absolutely dismal as we experience the tail end of a low pressure system that
was Western Australia's last cyclone. The good news is that I've been kept busy at the
Sydney Trade Fairs, attending
Design & Decoration,
Reed Gift Fair and a Fashion buying one as a guest of a girlfriend. (
Very different but lots of fun!)
I found lots of inspiration at the Interior's exhibits. Australia seems to be following the US led interest in anything chevron, nail-head trimmed or plushly upholstered. There were scores of different design styles catered for; tribal, Hampton's, french, minimal-modern and traditional.
Some of the stands were spectacular in their execution and showcased not only their products well but their design savvy as well. My favourite 'idea' was the use of large branches (lots of these to be collected after the recent storms!) displayed in umbrella stands or hung over tables. Entwined with fairy lights, fresh flowers and tiny decorations they were stunning! (Keeping this idea on file for my 50th birthday celebration!)
My friend and I stayed at The Sheraton on the Park (upgraded with executive club...Woo hoo!) and did a quick reconnaissance about the traps. O.M.G. My feet were on fire by the end of the second day, even though our wallets were a titch lighter! LOL! Loved David Jones' big mirror sign and you can never beat their food hall! Easter gifts all done and dusted!
Went for my first foray into
Zara. L.O.V.E. My friend stocked up on some great children's wear but the sizing was too small to cater for J and I. I found a gazillion things I loved, but even an XL looked tiny and I wasn't in a try-on / get depressed frame of mind. (Having eaten and drunk my weight in seafood and Moet at DJ's
Oyster bar for lunch is my excuse...)
Any hoo, I've done lots of online shopping for this winter...
I plan to be living in jeggings, ankle boots (posted
HERE) and over-sized jumpers. If your bathroom scales groan like mine do, check out
Sussan's and
Sportsgirl's offerings. My legs 'll be sporting the metallic, camo and damask trends in ridiculous comfort!!!
I've also finally succumbed and got a few 'wish list' items struck off too;
YSL Arty ring in
rose gold! (
net-a-porter),
Jasper Conran for Wedgwood Kilim mugs (where else but
POK),
Chanel print (
Jen Ramos) and THE 'cocky' cushion from
Katrina and Amy's 'Block' bedroom (
bonnie and neil)
Back at La Hacienda, the melamine was delivered for our under stairs linen cupboard and all but one unit has been built and installed. Don't you love that huge electrical main-frame box? Much bigger than expected - if I'd have known it was this size I'd have had the wiring come out of the opposite wall and within the shelving unit to keep the access walkway clear. Live & learn...
Having a quiet weekend. Davey is unfortunately ill with a
Ménière's episode. I think I've posted about this bloody awful affliction before. Four years of total incapacitation. He's had a good run for the last few years but this will be his third and worst bout in the last six months.
Hopefully tomorrow will be a better day.
Whatchaupto?
x KL
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