Lovely ideas

The black and white Paris map paper in frames is one of the most cost effective ways to decorate a plain wall. Looks fantastic.
And MJ Bale had a great mix of old pieces of furniture, ladders, etc to help merchandise the new store on Queen St.

Big ticket item

Popped over to Neutral Bay to have a little play at HR. Tried on the most amazing Oscar De La Renta shoes, yummier than lunch at Pier!

With labels like this to choose from it is quite overwhelming: Alan Hannan, Beverly Lister, Jenny Packham (think Elle McPherson), Monique Lhuillier (think amazing!), Oscar De La Renta (think Carrie), Suzanne Neville and of course our trusty old favourite Vera Wang (think everyone).

We didn't get a glass of bubbles but it was a fabulous experience, fabulous service and Helen is nothing but professional with a wealth of knowledge and advice.

Helen Rodrigues
7, 211 Ben Boyd Road,
Neutral Bay, NSW 2089, Australia
t 61 2 9904 5700

Lunch at Pier

Delicious lunch at Pier the Cones of Kingfish – King Salmon – Ocean Trout – Yellow Fin Tuna were the highlight of my day!

594 New South Head Road, Rose Bay

www.pierrestaurant.com.au

Moet at 10:30am.

Being Jacs' birthday and trying on a special frock apparently equates to champagne in the mornings. Well, we happily accepted as I pranced in and out of the fitting room.

We were absolutely delighted by Collette Dinnigan's new store on Queen Street. Only a week old, and an absolutely stunning space. Beautifully merchandised and decorated with furniture and prints from Collette's house. Very beautiful.

The windows were decorated with enormous branches from her brothers Jacaranda tree! Must be fate, since I love the Jacaranda City.

Found Jacs at Phamish.

Off to Phamish for the most stylish Vietnamese local that's always packed and always delicious. The yummiest salt and pepper squid.

248 Palmer St,
Sydney NSW 2010

Quick trip to Sydney

To buy a dress for a very, very special occasion. Was collected at the airport by LV and then we collected LV junior.

Headed to Wine Library for a lovely glass of wine (or two) and sensational charcuterie list, choosing the delicate chicken liver & vin santo parfait with toasted sourdough. And for two, the embuditos y quesos – a selection of cured artisan meats and cheeses served with pan con tomate – a lovely little snack after pizza shapes on the airplane!

18 Oxford Street
Woollahra 2025
(02) 9328 1600

Having fun in Melbourne!

One of my friends attended the opening of The Millswyn this week in MElbourne. Formerly Lynch’s, the site has undergone a name change (reflecting its location - it is on Millswyn Street) and an overhaul by Melbourne design studio, Hecker Guthrie (Sensory Lab). But just to keep it fresh here’s the twist- the food is French Brasserie, in a Nordic inspired setting.

Just across the road from the leafy Royal Botanic Gardens, detailed research went into creating the right European feel interior watch out for plaited mops, white tiled walls and Italian porcelain lights. I looks clean and fresh and fun. I hear the honey and lavender caipirinha's are fabulous!

Thanks for the review Jacs!

Selfridges - just plain jealous!

The new Selfridges "Shoe Gallery" - definitely art!

Thank you L!

Liberty of London

One of my favourite clients happens to be in London at the moment and snapped a little photo of the new Manolo Boutique at Liberty. Ooooh a little bit envious that I am not there with you! It looks gorgeous.