Loving....

Ever since I saw a similar clutch is the perfectly manicured fingers of Miss Palermo ( lets assume she has gel nail polish now) I have got on board.

If I wore a very classic outfit with this statement clutch I think it work work! I could so rock it!

But this one is kind of on the exy side..... Its by Sara Berman and it can be delivered in three days anywhere. Worldwide. So if you needed it for a hot date on Friday night you could still do it. Although I think such a cute clutch deserves some attention from the ladies so a girls night out might be more appropriate. Straight men don't really squeal over accessories....

A thank you card disguising another post about IVF...

What is better than a hand written note?
These could perhaps be too lovely to use.
Thank you cards from: Rifle Paper Company. Here.

What did you all think of last nights Master chef elimination?? I felt bad for Jay but I guess desserts are a big part of a cooking competition. And you need to be a confident chef in all area's. Which is why I would never enter. I'm not sure how far I could get based on my small (but tasty) range of old favourites.

In other news that is not at all related, I have a made a deal with myself (the devil)that I am allowed a small amount of chocolate a day as a treat for going for a walk. "Small amount" is open for interpretation.

There are just 4 more sleeps till my Frozen Embryo Transfer so it's getting super exciting around here. Things are falling into place nicely now. I need to of course start to think seriously about comfort and my good luck transfer outfit for Saturday. And then the lounging at home no, heaving lifting outfits. Could be a new pyjamas purchase coming soon.

I've got my acupuncture lady on speed dial and I am seeing a relaxing long weekend coming my way. Perfect timing.

What have you got planned? Anyone tracking your hormones??
That's' all

Milan: What I like about you...

I just might have to move to Milan. For a few reasons.

One reason is the 4 level Prada store in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. I literally died. I was in heaven. Bright blue leather hobo's.. be still my heart.

Attitude toward dogs. I love a city that treats dogs like humans. I saw dogs on tubes. Dogs in pizza shops sitting at tables. Dogs out for aperitif. Dogs in Prada. We just don't get that here. It disturbs me. Its European. I get it.

Men's fashion. Holy mother of pink pants. Never have I seen such detail to outfit planning. Exquisite tailoring. Risk taking. Impeccable accessorising and a sense of fay ce que voudras. Or anything goes. But with a cheeky I know I look good, I take this seriously but I'm still having fun twinkle in my eye. Yes yes I know. Bit obsessed. But there's nothing better than a well dressed man with a charming personality to boot. And perhaps with a golden cocker spaniel as a companion. I thought British men could dress but this is another ball game.

Bow ties for day wear. Sorry. But just gorgeous.

I am now projecting this new found obsession on my husband. When quizzed/ pushed he did say he would sport a bow tie! This has led to some googling and I have discovered a very dapper bow tie company in Sydney. Le Noeud Papillon. And they have a fun blog. http://www.lenoeudpapillon.com/blog.php. Lets just say I will be purchasing. We have my besties engagement party this weekend. Could call for some bow tie action.

Back to Milan, and sure there was the food, architecture, shopping in general and all that good stuff but really the thing I enjoyed the most was the well dressed men.

You're so damn fabulous

Every time I look on Kate Spade's website I think I could pull off her outfits everyday. If I had a different life in NYC with a big budget and chic places to go.

In reality, I wear tracksuits most days and don't straighten my hair unless I have to.

Its also cold enough here that I could be wearing her latest winterish accessories. Did I mention it's cold here and I don't want it to be? Lucky for me I have a tracksuit on.

These things I likey.

Velvet is underrated I think.
And I love a novelty accessory. Just ask my husband ;)

If I was...

In a position to knock down walls in my house..

Dear kitchen fairy,

I would like this kitchen. Not my usual style I know but the hanging pans are calling my name. I would reconsider the floor colour though.

I am happy to put the hard yards in and renovate till I can't renovate no more.

Just say the word. Please.

Yours and green with envy,

PS Can't you see me in an apron rolling pastry on the marble top bench??

Turn up the heat.

Anu V neck embroidered dress

Camilla feline round neck caftan

Tigerlily Larimar bikini

Karen Walker frill hem sweatshirt dress

Camilla - lotus playsuit

Lucette Shooting star dress

Sunshine Check. New season clothes. Check. Excited. Check. Runway girl Check. Check. Check.
Here a re a few of my favourite new arrivals at C'est Bon Bon's favorite online store. Pop on by. They have beautiful clothes and accessories... just get in quick ;)
My ultimate favourite is the Lucette shooting star dress. Party season here we come.

Hello.. Do I need you?

The answer (always) is Yes.

Please buy me.

From zara.com

Think pink

1. Smythson of Bond St iPhone cover.

2. Kate Spade bangle.

3. Essie nail polish in knockout pout.

4. French Sole Harriet ballet flats.

5. Aspinal of London wallet in ascot pink.

Yummy and good enough to eat.

Hope you have great weekend.

Loving... Serena and Lily

I've been lusting after this San Francisco designed, Italian made brand of bedding for ages now. The Madeira collection graces the stylish sheets of Kourtney Kardashian in her Miami pad. I pay attention to details people. "Oh my god there's blood on the Serena and Lily sheets."

I'd be crying too. It doesn't exactly go with anything else in my house but I love it.

If its good enough for the K sisters. I'm just saying.....

Serena and Lily

Chip Chop

I just spent a few minutes laughing my way through the CLEVER designs at Chip Chop.

I suggest you hop on over and have a squiz at whats on offer. I may have to buy something. Not for me.... For my cheese loving relatives.

That's me, supporting Aussies wherever I go.

Nice things

Want it. Need it. Got to have it. Net a porter. Always ahead of the pack. Fashion that is.

Loving... redrubyrose

To die for clutch bags. I love the yellow suede. Delicious. They have an etsy store. Who doesn't these days?

Run don't walk. Redrubyrose.

C'est bon bon loves....

Elizabeth Noble.

I look scary today. I spent last night crying at 2am finishing the end of The Girl next door by Elizabeth Noble. Sobbing I was. It didn't wake my husband or the dog. I guess I should try harder.

Its a lovely book - I thoroughly enjoyed it. Set in an apartment building in Manhattan where the lives of the residents are intertwined.

Also if you haven't read Alphabet Weekends its one of my all time favourite novels. Love love love it.

Hope your having a good week so far. Mines about to get busy. Best get out of my pyjamas.

C'est bon bon loves....

J crew.com

Loving this label available from Net - a porter for those of us outside the US. A selection of blues for another rainy day in Burradoo. Navy is my colour too.

That's all. x

PS. Can't stop smiling after SACT 2!!

Loving... Cologne and Cotton

Why do all great things come from England or America? Husbands even.

England right now and a company I have loved since living in London and shopping in Kensington, where I first discovered this little jem. They do the most beautiful linen especially for little ones.
They also sell a great range of perfumes, soaps and general goodies. They also come beautifully wrapped.