REAL VS STEAL: CROC BACKPACKS

left: topshop // right: the row

 

for a cool $38,000 you can have one of these textured backpacks (the bottom right) by uber-cool label the row. can't blow $38k for a backpack? never fear - even though the row's version uses real alligator skin, you can get topshop's mock-croc version for literally a fraction of the price - $66.

POST-USA EXPERIENCE: MELODY EHSANI

photos: melody ehsani

sorry for the lack of updating - i went on the trip of a lifetime (the first overseas trip in nine years in fact) to the united states of america. i have an enormous amount of photo & video to make my way through, so i won't be uploading anything from the trip for a bit.

however, i did come back with a fresh attitude & reassurance to my fashion tastes & what i blog about. i've always been into loud clothing & prior to my holiday i really got sucked into 'keeping it simple' (which, don't get me wrong, i appreicate also) - however after spending time in the states (NY & LA notably) i realised that my love for bold, colourful, statement pieces was still there & upon my return, i dedicate this post to one of the jewellery stores i hit up on fairfax - melody ehsani. as much as my love for vintage designer jewellery is prevalent - i bought a ring from there, as i was very impressed with the quirky versace-esque range on offer as well as the visual layout of the store - there's a nail bar inside too!

if you're ever in LA, head to fairfax & check the flagship store out - it's a beauty, otherwise head to the online shop to cop your own jewels.