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in a previous post i extolled the virtues of black cropped leather jackets. while i still think they can somehow manage to make any outfit look stylish and complete, the fact that every second person on the street is wearing one now, owing to the fact that every chain store worth it's salt has at least one style in store, has made them somewhat less desirable. not that i consider myself some uber cool fashionista that only wears the latest fashions, but i can say i'd prefer not to look like every other girl walking down the street.

so i've moved onto my next jacket crush, which has been simmering away for some time in the background... the anorak. but i'm not talking the big clunky raincoat that your elderly aunty may sport on a trek through the bush. i'm talking the sleeker, more stylish anorak of today. kirsten dunst is often seen in them, along with a number of other celebs who manage to pull them off well. evidence below. enjoy

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etsy a good place to buy

I've rediscovered etsy.com lately, and I'm loving it! If not for actually buying things, at least for providing plenty of inspiration. For those of you unfamiliar, here are some facts about it. (And yes, I copied them from the website... it's late and I'm lazy).

What is Etsy?

Etsy is an online marketplace for buying & selling all things handmade. Their mission is to enable people to make a living making things, and to reconnect makers with buyers. Their vision is to build a new economy and present a better choice: Buy, Sell, and Live Handmade. My favourite category of goods by far is the Geekery section. Filled with all things kitsch, quirky and cute, it's a great place to find interesting and creative accessories, stationery and other knick knacks. And it's not expensive either, shipping something overseas won't cost you much at all. Below are some examples of my favourite pieces in the Geekery section. Enjoy. kiss hug

Raspberry Beret.

As winter approaches Down Under I'm on the hunt for the perfect beanie. I already have a cream one, and after considering black, grey and white, i've decided something a little more vibrant would be a better choice. Winter can so easily turn dreary with so much use of neutrals - grey, black, white and navy make up the bullk of my warm wardrobe - so some red headwear is the perfect thing to add a punch to an outfit on a cold wintery day.

And i watched Elizabethtown today, and Kirsten Dunst's recurring red beanie just consolidated my decision. Now I'm off to find the perfect fit and perfect knit.

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Today's theme is: Gold.

black & gold, a winning combination.

10 most recently played songs on my iTunes

1. Kids - MGMT
2. Sweet About Me - Gabriella Cilmi
3. Graveyard Girl - M83
4. Ghosts - Laura Marling
5. You Know Me Better - Roisin Murphy
6. Where Does The Good Go - Tegan and Sara
7. Get Myself Into It - The Rapture
8. L.E.S Artistes - Santogold
9. Chewing Gum Fraise - Numero feat. Omnikrom
10. Tony The Beat - The Sounds
    

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ps apologies for tiny font, but no time to fix it at the moment!

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Pros and Cons of Winter's Arrival

ie mixed feelings about winter coming... happy to embrace cooler weather and cosy clothing, but sad to leave behind summer freedom and cute wardrobe

would you listen to what i have to say?

it's nearly 1am, and i'm so tired that my head keeps flopping and my eyelids drooping, but i'm so full of inspiration that i don't want to go to bed.

i had a girly catch up today with my best girl friends from school. muchos laughs, tears and fatty foods all round. but after the others left, i hung around with my best friend han discussing our interests and careers and hobbies. basically i live by the philosophy that whatever makes you happiest should somehow become your career. if you don't enjoy going to work the majority of the time, it's the wrong path for you. life is short, and being stuck in a job you hate, while justifying it by saying it pays a lot, is just plain sad. and your priorities are out of whack. but that's just my opinion.

but anyway, we were discussing our interests, and how we're both really interested in having a job that involves creativity. i'm looking to get into something involving events/fashion/publications/marketing and han is looking into writing/production design/curating. and after both admitting we would love to work on some sort of creative, cultural publication, it got us thinking, that we could produce some form of publication/project of our own. something that would provide us with an outlet for our creative sides. and more importantly, something to do now that we've both finished our degrees and are basically hanging out doing not a hell of a lot between shifts at work.

so now we brainstorm.

i'm so excited at the idea, but to be honest a little worried we won't be taken seriously, and no-one will be interested in what we provide. we don't want to look like try hards. we just want to put something out there that people like us will enjoy reading - something that provides a different viewpoint to ponder, something creative to admire, or a giggle after a hard day.

it has to be just right.

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10 most recently played songs on my iTunes

1. The Only Way - Gotye
2. Night Drive - Gotye
3. Rainbowarriors - Cocorosie
4. Hummingbird - Born Ruffians
5. Hunting For Witches - Crystal Castles
6. Baile Funk Mix - Streetparty Radio
7. Empire Falls - Plastic Palace Alice
8. Oh Girl - Cut Off Your Hands
9. Anyone Else But You - Moldy Peaches
10. Something Special - The Tough Alliance

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slurp slurp

oh my golly gosh, heaven in a tube.