I don't usually blog about the happenings of the weekend but this passing Saturday Fiona and I celebrated our birthday, it was the coming of a milestone age that should probably be worth a mention. Like most 21st birthdays, a bit too many photos were taken to share but a moment that I would like to have on my blog for keepsake from the night would have to be the surprise speeches.

Thank you for all of those who came, thank you to David Tran and Tash for being the DJs of the night, thank you to Fi for the cake, thank you to Amelia, Tammy, Wendy, Winnie, Tabitha and my boyfriend for the speeches and thank you so incredibly much to my amazing boyfriend for surprising me by singing my favourite Buble song. It was definitely the sweetest thing anybody has ever done for me, it was a beautiful surprise and I was a blubbering mess by the end of it (as you can see). I am so grateful and I love you so, so much.

As the date grew closer the stress of organising the party definitely dawned on me. I would like to give an honorable mention to those that helped me keep my sanity and a dishonorable mention to the boyfriend for stating that I'm scientifically proven to be twice as stressed as the average person in his speech...for that I have to announce that you purposely picked a purple striped top so we could 'subtly' match on Saturday haha.

You are amazing, all of you ♥

Arty Oval

Thank you Saks for delivering the Arty Oval earlier than anticipated, it's been so long since I've recieved a package...and it still feels like Christmas every time! The arty oval was released in two new colours and I ended up pre-ordering the green. My heart is still yearning for the Lapis though so let's see how long it will be before I give in to YSL, again.

and lately at Bardot..

Topshop open back blouse which you can purchase at Bardot in black

Bardot Prim Shirt

Bardot white blouse - currently on sale

Thank you

Last night the boyfriend and I indulged ourselves in celebratory gluttony at Rockpool for my birthday. Thank you for the dinner and thank you for the gift. It's beautiful and I will use it forever ♥

I can't believe how quickly the years have passed but enjoying the company of good food and your significant other, makes getting older just that little bit worth it haha

and thank you, once more
x

Pleats

Anise top, American Apparel skirt, Lovisa cuff, Supre belt

I haven't been given a decent amount of time to dress myself in the morning and with the recent change in weather, I'm going to miss having this pleated chiffon maiden as my first port of call. What can I say, I can never say no to chiffon....and I've also somehow managed to collect a ludicrous amount of skirts.

It's been a while since my last post and I know I owe this blog a lot more than a quick hello but balancing a blog in between three jobs and uni has turned into mayhem. Next week I've given myself a few days to breathe though, just to come to terms with my coming of age...the bittersweet coming of age haha

Witz and Valentines

I know I've been slow on the blogging front but I've been busy as a bee. I'm still working at Bardot and tutoring on Saturdays and as of this week....I am the new Fashion Recruitment Intern at Who in the Zoo!!!!

Who in the Zoo is the specialist recruitment agency for Fashion and Design industries in Sydney and Melbourne. Some of our clients include Camilla and Marc, Manning Cartell, Collette Dinnigan, Ginger & Smart and Lisa Ho and its a great opportunity for me to gain experience into the recruitment side of HR while also keeping in touch with my appreciation for fashion.

I haven't been thrown into the deep end yet, I've spent my days at the office getting advice from the senior consultants and looking at all the resumes and job applications we recieve to process through those that look promising. We have a combined office with Suboo so there are plenty of pretty kaftans and dresses to oogle on lunch break hehe. It's been an easy start, my only gripe so far would be.. travelling up and down the M5 in peak hour...or should I say, crawling up and down the M5 in peak hour.

Valentines Day also just passed, as you can see this year J and I went to see Michael Buble and I managed to get him the Palais quilt cover from Sheridan he's been consistently nagging me for! Haha I also made him another Domo card. Glad you liked the present, I hope you were surprised - Happy Valentines day my love!

and I'll be back with regular postings soon!

blushing

H&M Blush shorts, H&M Chiffon Singlet, Reverse Cardigan, House of Harlow ring, Collette cuff, Therapy sandals

Probably not the most flattering angle of my feet but on a hot day like this, that's as far as I'm willing to go outside. In preparation for Chinese New Year it's been all hustle and bustle this week at the Nguyen residence. The house has been cleaned, the flower plants are decorated with red envelopes and downstairs smells like a weirdly pleasant mix of incense and Chinese food.

I wish you all health, prosperity and a Happy Chinese New Year!

the great american haul

and here it goes..

But firstly, the story behind my new pride and joy - the Prada Saffiano Lux Tote.

My determination for Prada began in Japan when an old nappa bow wallet caught my eye at a second hand designer store. I was convinced then that I needed a continental Prada wallet in my life! But designer in Japan was expensive so I had to wait until America.

In Vegas I purchased my continental wallet from Prada at the Bellagio while my family friend intended to buy a bag but had troubles deciding on which one. I spent about an hour telling her how beautiful the Saffiano Lux Tote was and how she had to get it. I was successful, she got the bag haha

That night my parents offered me a proposition. If I was willing to return my wallet for store credit, they'd be happy to pay the amount left over for the Saffiano Lux Tote as a birthday gift. I didn't make a decision until our very last day in America.

Thankyou so, so much and more mum and dad!

and here the haul is. It might not be the best attempt but I had to sort out my luggage and have only thrown a few new things in the wash so this was the best I could produce for the time being!








I should really stop buying lipsticks. Especially nudes.

Miami, Vegas & LA

After a long 3 weeks away from home I'm finally blogging from my own bed. Which feels pretty darn amazing after spending an entire day confined to a seat on United Airlines. So here it goes, a summary of my last week in the US!

Spent a day exploring Miami, mainly around Ocean Dr. I also got to see where the assassination of Versace took place which I thought was interesting. The weather is great there too!

and we were on a plane to Vegas the next day. We stayed at the Bellagio in Vegas, their hotel lobby is beautiful! And so were the Bellagio fountain shows which you should definitely look up on youtube. It was the only thing I'd stand in the cold for!
We were directly opposite the Miracle Mile shops, I was so excited for Urban Outfitters! and for shopping in Caesars palace, right next door :D

The biggest H&M I have ever seen! also at Caesar's Palace

H&M heaven! Haha

Twas a good day...tis a bad photograph :(

We spent 3 days in Vegas and the rest of the trip in LA. I heart the Beverly shopping centre!

Last photo of the trip, in the lobby of our home in LA - Sofitel.

Goodbye Sofitel! Goodbye America!

We also watched watched Cirque Du Soleil perform 'O' at the Bellagio and David Copperfield at the Hollywood theatre. Cirque Du Soleil absolutely blew my mind, it's such a pity that I wasn't allowed to photograph or record any of it to share :(

I've had a wonderful time in the US and I'm looking forward to visiting again soon hehe

Now... to get on with answering 65 formspring questions, wish me luck! haha