CLAIRE DE LUNE #1

good to be clicking the 'blogger.com' button on my chrome's most visited front page today. Alot has happened this week and it seems that my weekend is looking more like an extra Tuesday and Wednesday (I didn't choose Monday because Mondays are somewhat more daunting). But I ain't going to ramble on that..
Instead, I'll be rambling on Didi Budiardjo's marvelous 'Claire de Lune' (moonlight in French) show for today. After battling the infamous 5pm Jakarta traffic, I arrived at the venue and headed backstage. I was awed by all of the marvelous pieces some still hanging on the racks and some worn by the models. The Javanese tradition inspired collection was dominated with white, black, red and gold colors. In contrast with the traditional aspects, Didi tossed in many futuristic attributes such as the accessories created by renowned Indonesian designer, Rinaldy A Yunardi. These include chained loaded headgears, intricate ear pieces, and last but not least my favorite clear acrylic (or whatever it's made of) coral reef-like masks/hats. I'll have to split this post into two because there were alot pictures..

ON THE PORCH

I always manage to find 'new' items whenever I tidy up my closet. Like these shorts for example. I planned on creating an all white look but these striped linen shorts from my trip to Australia yeeeeaaaarrrrsssssss ago showed up. I tried them and magically, I could still fit. Didn't feel like carrying a big bag or even wear heels during my busy week so I opted for a clutch and my new favorite flats.

BUSY BEE

Been an extremely busy week for me and Christy since I got back from Singapore last Tuesday. I got my outfit photos done but I haven't even sort them (let alone edit).. These are two of the many photos Christy shot over the course of last week..more detailed shots to come soon..

SOMBER SKIES

When it rains, I usually don't think twice to go for black or gray. However, this bright pink dress from Vobee (a local brand I introduced you earlier here) has been sitting on my couch for over a week and I thought that it would be a good time to wear it with tights to counteract the somber skies.
Even for those who shy away from colors on a daily basis (ie. if you plan to wear red pants and you start thinking what others will think of you, then you're on the 'color-shy' boat), try pairing bright hues with black pieces. or for the lazy dressers, simply purchase clothing items that have a bright color and a black detail on it like what I picked out from Vobee's webstore here.

+SIX FIVE

Just more photos from my trip. It's difficult to get outfit photos taken when I don't have a tripod or someone reliable to shoot. The best solution would be going back to my old days where I shot from the mirror. lol. I'm back in Jakarta.. Got tons of emails to reply and I'm finding it hard to get out of the holiday blues even if it was a short trip.