I was ecstatic when I saw that the inspiration behind OPI’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection was Hong Kong.  Coming from Hong Kong myself, it’s always exciting to see someone showcasing the beauty and excitement of this city.

The company that famously preaches that “it’s no longer about wearing a nail polish; it’s about wearing an accessory,” uses this season’s collection to capture the brilliant sharpness of Hong Kong’s cityscape.  The inspiration behind it comes from the intriguing complexity and multi-cultural personalities of the Pearl of the Orient – Hong Kong, a city where we all yearn for the simplicity of the old but are not quite ready to leave the excitement of the new.

The 12 vibrant shades are cleverly named after gems of Hong Kong and aspects of Chinese culture.  This palette truly brings Hong Kong alive! I’m definitely feeling some “Meet Me on the Star Ferry”…

To see close-ups of OPI’s Spring/Summer 2010 Hong Kong Collection, click here and here.

Image Source: OPI.com

My mum used to carry purses on her shoulder just like this…

I remember being six years old and wishing I was older simply so I could use a purse.  Instead, I would just steal from my mum’s closet and run around my home with a purse so long that it almost reached my ankle! Naturally, you can imagine my excitement about this trend.  We saw long strap shoulder bags make an appearance on the Spring/Summer 2010 runways…

Derek Lam, Spring 2010; Marc Jacobs, Spring 2010; DKNY, Spring 2010

This new shoulder bag is perfect for everyday use, night or day.  Pair it with a fun dress or with tightly fitted jeans…

Lauren Conrad; Zoe Salana; Alexa Chung

There are so many options out there at a wide range of prices, colours, styles and material…and these are only my picks!

Studded Shoulder Purse, Forever 21, $14.80

Totally Turnlock Sasha Messenger Bag; Marc by Marc Jacobs, $458

Material Girl Crossbody Bag; RACHEL Rachel Roy, $79.00

Rocker Bag; Rebecca Minkoff, $330

Goa Saddle Bag; Banana Republic, $150.00

Leather Woven Cross Body Bag; Topshop, $55

Image Source: Asos.com, BananaRepublic.com, FashionUnder100.net, Forever21.com, Macys.com, Shopbop.com, Style.com, TinyPic.com, TopShop.com

Anyone who knows me well recognizes my dislike for anything nature-like.  Give me a plant and I’ll toss it; invite me to go hiking and I’ll run the other way.  I’m more of an urban girl…but show me a garden with an H&M stamp on it and I’m all eyes and ears!

Due to come out this Spring (towards the end of March I hear), H&M has created a sustainable and organic collection made with recycled materials such as PET-bottles and textile waste that is full of ’70s inspired coolness, ruffles and flowers.  Dubbed the “Garden Collection”, the pieces are bright, feminine, romantic, playful yet sophisticated…perfect for Spring! The best part – the prices match our current economically down days…with the highest price at $60!

Here are some pieces from the collection.  Pretty clothes at a good price and it’s good for the world! What more can a girl ask for?

$17.95

$29.95

$17.95

$19.95

$24.95

$39.95

$49.95

$4.95

Image Source: HMTheGardenCollection.com

This morning I realized I have an amazing collection of bags in my closet.  Problem is, I get too lazy when it comes to switching back and forth between them, not to mention the time involved.  As I was flipping through InStyle, I noticed the JoAnn Huth Transfer Bag.  It comes in a variety of prints and colours.

Ah, I think I’ve found my solution.

To view the entire collection, click here.

Image Source: JoAnnHuth.com

Celebrating Nars’ 15th anniversary, make up guru Francois Nars launched 15 x 15, a book that is fit for the coffee table featuring 15 artsy portraits of his fashion buddies.  Tanya Ballou, Naomi Campbell, Daphne Guinness, Carla Gugino, Dayle Haddon, Shalom Harlow, Marc Jacobs, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Amanda Lepore, Natasha Poly, Isabella Rossellini, Lisa Marie Smith, Olivier Theyskens, Amber Valletta and François Vincentelli are all featured using star products from the brand.  All proceeds from the project are donated to 15 of the icons’ desired charities.

The looks, created by Nars himself, truly show how you can play with make up!

Marc Jacobs as China Machado wearing Dovima Nail Polish

Natasha Poly in Punk Rock wearing Rated R Duo Eyeshadow

Daphne Guinness in Modern Edwardian wearing Night Breed Single Eyeshadow

To view all portraits or to purchase the book, click here.

Image Sources: 15×15Project.com, NarsCosmetics.com

These hand-embroidered Disney character cushion and duvet covers by Manish Arora.

Image Source: Joyce Holiday 2009 Catalogue

If you’re looking for a way into a girl’s heart, look literally.  The modern and classic pendants from Tiffany’s Keys collection do exactly that.  The keys are paired with chains and cords of varying lengths and materials.   A great item to add to your holiday gift list!

To shop the collection, click here.

Image Source: Tiffany.com

The plan was to wake up at 5 a.m. this morning in hopes of scoring some of that rockin’ Jimmy Choo for H&M stock.  Of course, I slept through my alarm over and over again.  Got there and this is what I was in for…

And that was only the outside portion of the queue! Seriously????

There were people camped out inside the store.  Seriously.

By the time I made it into the store, I didn’t even get a glimpse of the collection that has so many have been raving about.  The look is said to be “party clothes with a rock ‘n’ roll edge”.  I wish I could be sporting the look right now.

Hope some of you were a bit luckier…

The cold winds and chills have definitely been hitting New York.  It’s time to start thinking about how to accessories your Fall and Winter looks.  Here are some scarf trends for the season.

Tassles

Tie Dye

Tubes

Animal Inspired

For a nail colour, Chanel’s Jade is causing quite the buzz.  All the model’s at Chanel’s latest collection were sporting it and it’s already sold out on Chanel.com.  Would you wear this shade?

Image Source: Chanel.com