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TRAVEL. There is some kind of regions you want to visit for its flawless landscapes, others because you want to experiment the frenzy of a big city, some because they have the secrets of the « fare niente » and some others because of their fashion, art or architecture culture.

But what about a country where the beauty of the beaches is breathtaking, where the lifestyle is all about health and nature, where the wine is good and the creativity is more than ever « one of a kind ». I am talking about Australia.

In a creative point of view, I actually never considered Australia as an interesting country until I discovered its tones of native fashion labels. OK, now we can say, quantity is not quality. But you know what? All the Australian fashion brands I followed in the Internet until now really touched my aesthetic sensibility.

The first I like more than ever is Josh Goot. He is quite an equilibrist in my sense because he wonderfully succeed in mixing minimalist and clean cuts with optimistic volumes and prints. No, optimism and minimalism are not opposed concepts!

I would die to own one of his creations since what I am looking for into my style is the perfect balance of bold silhouettes with a maximalist sense of color and volumes.

Actually, Australian design really have a strong identity in my sense. And the aesthetic of the brands I am writing about in this post are proving it. Take Cameo for example. Every single piece of the collections designed by Kathryn Forth has a something that we could qualify as bold. The volumes are again very specific and assumed. No fear to use folding effects, strong volumes and delicious clashes of colors. Considering the richness of Cameo designs makes almost impossible to imagine that this clothing is actually affordable! Yes, I am seriously considering in ordering something!

Soot is a fashion brand that also takes the same field. When I discovered it I totally felt in love with their romantic but not tedious monochrome flowered jumpsuit. I like their mix of sensitivity and strength in their designs.

Finders Keepers, in the opposite, is less about volumes than about the graphic effect of the silhouette but still keeping this same typical sense of clear cuts. I really like their black and white dress that really enhance de woman curves.

Finally, I found a range of really cool accessories brands as Oliver Store or E-S-T by Emma Sadie Thomson which are really into fun pieces really practical for super hot summer days since they are almost all made in perspex or beach friendly materials.

All that to say that I can't wait to organize a travel to Australia to enjoy the beach, drink some wine with friends, discover a lot more great designers and of course do a lot of shopping!

JOSH GOOT

CAMEO

FINDERS KEEPERS

SOOT

SHOE HEAVEN

UNIQUE. Si vous pensiez voire une simple paire de chaussures sur ces images, détrompez vous.

Ce n'est pas seulement une paire de chaussures, ni même qu'un simple objet de design.

C'est un vrai objet de désir et d'exception entièrement fabriqué main avec l'amour et le savoir faire si cruellement absents chez certaines marques de Luxe plus occupées par leur rendement économique que par l'exception des pièces proposées.

Une paire Low Weakness c'est une cambrure savamment étudiée pour épouser le pied plutôt que de le torturer, ce sont des matières choisies parmi les plus prestigieuses pour en faire un véritable petit bijoux digne de la haute horlogerie et des écrins les plus raffinés.

Ce qui m'a vraiment marquée dans ce projet, c'est le ténacité du designer à connaître chaque étape de la fabrication de son produit et d'en maîtriser chaque détail de ses propres mains. Je dirais donc, un parfait mélange entre objet de design et objet d'artisanat.

Lorsque j'ai rencontré le designer et photographe Low Weakness, je n'ai forcément pas résisté à la tentation, il me fallait essayer cette paire tant convoitée! Le verdict est sans appel, une cohérence infaillible de son concept à sa réalisation. Chaque détail rappelle le monde marin et chaque centimètre du bois de cerisier du talon évoque un luxe digne des intérieurs des plus grands yachts.

Pas la peine de se contenter de la garder comme un trophée dans son dressing puisque je me surprendrais presque à arpenter toute la ville dans le plus grand confort, perchée sur ces jolis bijoux.

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UNIQUE. If you think there is only a simple pair of shoes on these images, think again.
This is not just a pair of shoes, or even a simple object of design.
It is a true object of desire and exception, ​​entirely handmade with the love and expertise that are so sorely absent in too much luxury brands which are, in my sense, more occupied by their economic performance than by the quality of the pieces they are selling.

Each Low Weakness pear is cleverly designed to fit the foot rather than torture it. It's materials are selected from the most prestigious as could be a piece of jewelry.
What really struck me in this pair is the tenacity of the designer to know every step of the manufacturing of the product and to control every detail with his own hands. So I definitely would say that's a perfect blend of design and crafts.

When I met Low Weakness, who is a designer and photographer, it was impossible to resist to temptation! I had to try it! The verdict is a coherent object from its concept to its realization. Every single detail reminds the marine world and every inch of the cherry wood of the heel evokes the luxury of yachts interiors.
Impossible to keep it only as a trophy inside a closet, I totally could walk comfortably all around the city on this heels!

Shoes, LOW WEAKNESS / Photography, MADE IN VARMA

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ITALY

DOMODOSSOLA SUN. The sky is maybe crying thousands of liters of water right now but I can tell you that yesterday was such an opposite thing! David and I went to visit a little city in Italy near the Swiss frontier and the sun was shining more than ever while we were crossing the traditional food market full of Italian cheese, ham and fruits! It really was like a little piece of holiday.

I am always amazed by the way how so little kilometers can transport you in another world! Don't you think it looks like I am in Toscane?

Talking about summer and holidays here are my tips to obtain this kind of bohemian inspired look avoiding  the first degree trap:

Any real Coachella girl has a full maxi white lace skirt in his closet. To plain it down and avoid the obvious option you can choose a mid length full skirt in a technical fabric. Mine is neoprene (got it here) . Add some cage heels and an arty printed tee.

Ok. Now you are seriously wondering why the hell is she saying this is bohemian? Well everything is in the basics of the style. Add the obvious big hat “ à la mode Saint-Laurent” and a leather jacket. TADAAA!!! You will maybe not be looking as the archetype of the L.A girl but you will definitely look a lot less "déjà vu". 

I definitely really love mixing things together than can't be matched at first sight! 

 

Skirt, ASOS (here) / Earrings and ring, H&M / Hat, H&M New Icons / Top, LONDON CAMDEN MARKET / Bag , BERSHKA (old but same here) / Heels, ZARA (similar here)

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INTERVIEWED

INTERVIEWED. Lydali: Do you know this amazing shop selling items from around the world? What? If not, stop everything you are doing! You absolutely need to know it.

What I really like in its concept is their application in selecting artisan pieces from 25 countries around the globe and promoting it throw their web site. So if you want a typical statement necklace from Swaziland that's where you can find it!

Obviously, you can imagine how I felt honored when their asked me to be interviewed in their blog! The questions were super interesting and actually revealed a lot about my travels and my style!

I just selected one of their questions so you can enjoy all the interview on LYDALI.

What Lydali items would you want to pack for your next trip?

I really like the Manzini Fabric Necklace. First of all because I love statement accessories. But also because that's a bold way to enhance the simple outfit you have in your luggage! I would wear it with a bright colored dress with kind of geometric shoulders.

AND THE BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY WINNER IS:

Daniella Coto!!!

Congratulations!  

Necklace, LYDALI / Cuff, LYDALI

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