Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Endless possibilities

Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.“ -St. Francis of Assisi
 

Reflect on those brilliant and wise words and sleep tight. xx




Food & Flowers

Acclaimed ... Chef Skye Gyngell.I recently read about Australian born chef Skye Gyngell at Petershams Nurseries Cafe, Richmond(right outside London). They were awarded a first Michelin star in January, 2011. I usually don't have any desire to visit those restaurants, been there, done that, but this is a rare exception. She is known for her unconditional love for flavors and freshness and works with seasonal products, creating very simple dishes and mostly from what is growing and flowering around her in their own gardens. The menu changes often, daily or weekly, to best be able to use what's in season. See the recent menu. Skye Gingell was earlier with Condé Nast as Food Editor at Vogue.
If you're not looking for dinner there is also a really pretty Teahouse. And if you, like me, adore flowers and plants, the greenhouse and gardens are a haven. http://www.petershamnurseries.com
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Bootielicious







Most of them you can shop at www.luisaviaroma.com

Fashionable Stays for Fashionistas

Who wouldn't like to stay in one of the many hotels designed by famous fashiondesigners/fashionbrands? If one loves fashion, that is. The newest one on the block is Maison Martin Margiela or La Maison Champs Èlyssées in Paris. This fashion project is a collaboration between the existing hotel and MMM. It is very glamorously located behind Avenue Montaigne, one of Paris's most luxury streets. Home to both Dior and Chanel. In other words, the place to hang. Needless to say more.

One of the deluxe suites in Maison Martin Margiela’s Paris hotel
  A salon off the reception areaThe ‘Golden Salon’



Wanna try some other luxury fashionretreats around the globe? Look at;


Hôtel La Bellechasse, Paris, by French designer Christian Lacroix. www.labellchasse.com
Hotel Missoni, Edinburgh or Kuwait, by Italian fashionhouse Missoni. www.hotelmissoni.com
Hotel Maison Moschino, Milan, by Italian brand Moschino. www.maisonmoschino.com
Armani Hotel, Dubai and Milan(2011), by Giorgio Armani himself. www.armanihotels.com
Uxua Casa, Brazil, by Wilbert Das, creative director at Diesel. www.uxua.com
Tcherassi Hotel & Spa, Colombia, by Colombian designer Silvia Tcherassi. www.tcherassihotels.com
The Villa by Barton G, Miami, in former Mansion Versace, Gianni Versace's private home. www.thevillabybartong.com 

Another personal favorite of mine is Bulgari Hotel, Milan. Designed & owned by the exclusive Italian jeweler with the same name. Situated in the very heart of Milan with it's own beautiful, private garden. Absolutely fabolous. Also to be found in Bali, Tokyo, and from 2012, London. www.bulgarihotels.com 

If you decide to go, have a nice stay!

Vuitton's wonders

Louis Vuitton's pre-fall collection shows dark, musty colors and the brand's usual high-class touch. I think the winter-coat with it's mix of fabrics is 2 die 4... Want!

 
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Late night buzz

So, managed to advanced quite a bit on the dress. Funny that my energy always kicks in late. The only thing I've learned so far is to take advantage of it. Change? Don't think I'm able...really doing the best I can under the circumstances.