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August 21, 2011
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New York, New York – love at first sight

We spent the first part of July this year in New York, after spending June in Europe. I had carefully planned my wardrobe to take into account summer temperatures, garment weight, maximum style at maximum comfort. Europe worked well with what I packed so I just couldn’t wait for New York.

Due to those unforeseen circumstances that always seem to happen to us, we had no luggage the majority of our stay in New York. That meant no carefully selected wardrobe, accessories, hair straightener, hairbrushes, make up (other than my necessities that were in my handbag), no perfume and none of the amazing shopping I did in Paris. Oh, and no underwear… The airline gave us a grooming bag and a $100 voucher each to go and buy some undies and clothes. My first thought was ‘Dear lord, what can I buy for $100 in New York?!”. I had this awful image of us walking around in cheap shorts and ‘I HEART NY’ t-shirts for the rest of the trip. Gulp.

We arrived to our hotel very late at 9pm, we stayed at the Paramount Hotel in Times Square. Staff there were lovely and helpful – they recommended we go to Forever21 as they were open till midnight. At this stage I was in love with America! Retail shops open till midnight, that’s even better than shops in Europe being open till 8pm (note to Australia – catch up!). At Forever21 I bought enough clothing and underwear for a few days and somehow I managed to get all that for $98.

We made the most of the time we had there and loved every minute despite the circumstances. I am certain there will be another trip to New York soon, this was just an interesting start to a life long affair…

 

Times Square

 

 

Times Square

 

 

Times Square

 

 

Times Square

 

 

Times Square

 

 

Times Square

37 degrees Celsius and no hair straighteners...

 

 

New York

 

 

New York

 

 

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Danny

 

 

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My favourite photo

 

 

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Macy's

 

 

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Flat Iron building

 

 

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Flat Iron building detail

 

 

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The start of my obsession with the American flag...

 

 

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Manhattan Post Office on the right - it's open 24 hours!

 

 

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Empire State building in the back

 

 

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Chewing gum marks on the sidewalk

 

 

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We tried really hard not to look like these folks

 

 

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Manhattan cemetery

 

 

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The last of the colonial houses in Manhattan

 

 

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The Waldorf Astoria

 

 

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Don Draper's office

 

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Posted:
August 6, 2011
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Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

Outfit post: floral brights – Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

I love colour. It just seems to make such a difference to my mood. Here’s how I’m wearing floral and colour from Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik and Yves Saint Laurent.

I just can’t wait for winter to be over. Only  a month left till spring!

 

I am wearing:

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

A little guest came to see what I was doing…..

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

Mmmmm Chanel tastes delish!

 

Vanja Stace outfit post - Betsey Johnson, Manolo Blahnik, YSL

 

Posted:
August 5, 2011
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USA Shopping Affair – personal shopping service

When I was in New York last month I shopped like a maniac. Sephora, Betsey Johnson, Barneys – you name it. The most frustrating thing? Not being able to shop at these places now I’m back in Australia. Enter USA Shopping Affair!

USA Shopping Affair offers personal shopping buying sprees in the USA as well as mail forwarding for all your online shopping all the way to Australia.

Each month they nominate a US online retailer that they purchase bulk orders on behalf of clients, allowing them to buy single items without the excessive expense.

Charmaine Graham, founder of USA Shopping Affair says that “there are a lot of companies based in the US offering package forwarding services, but none are coordinated from Australia consolidating multiple client purchases to enable discounted shipping. Essentially USA Shopping Affair facilitates ‘collective buying power’ that an individual would not normally have access too. The result is an affordable and reliable shipping option that offers online shoppers even more incentive to snap up bargains from the US.”

 

HOW IT WORKS:

  • You let them know what you want to buy;
  • They purchase on your behalf and arrange shipment to you;
  • You pay the cost of the item plus applicable US sales tax;
  • They charge a 10% personal shopping fee based on purchase cost;
  • They ship to you at a low fixed fee of $10.00 per item (discount is available on 5 or more products purchased in same transaction.)

 

Price Comparison – M.A.C Lipstick

  • M.A.C. Australia
  • $36.00 (inc tax) product cost
  • $10.00 domestic shipping
  • $46.00 TOTAL COST

VS

  • M.A.C. United States
  • $15.45 (inc tax) product cost
  • $ 1.55 (10%) personal shopping fee
  • $10.00 domestice & international shipping
  • $27.00 TOTAL COST – that’s a 40% saving

Register now at USA Shopping Affair and start shopping!

 

Posted:
July 17, 2011
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Badgley Mischka jewellery

Statement jewellery – Badgley Mischka 2011

I just came back from a whirlwind tour of Europe and the US and I have to say that fashion over there is all about accessories. One thing I saw over and over was a completely out there statement necklace. The bigger (and sparklier) the better!

My personal favourite – any necklace by Badgley Mischka. This label just can’t go wrong.

Badgley Mischka jewellery

Badgley Mischka jewellery

Badgley Mischka jewellery

Badgley Mischka jewellery

Posted:
May 15, 2011
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Holiday

Summer holidays – how and what to pack

As you might know I am going overseas in a couple of weeks. First to Croatia, then France, then the US. Yes it sounds so exciting but there’s one thing between me and my fabulous holiday – PACKING. Ergh.

I enlisted the help of Roopa Remmaraju to help me decide what to take. Roopa is a designer who specialises in resortwear with a luxurious, decadent feel.  She understands the need to pack light while looking stylish (let’s avoid the ‘tourist’ look please). The only thing better than the advice would have been her actually packing my suitcase but I guess I have to endure somewhat.

 

Roopa, what are the 10 things you would pack for a summer holiday in Europe?

A road map, a near-empty suitcase to fill with souvenirs, a compass, 2 pairs of shoes, a couple of bright, printed scarves, sunglasses, bangles for easy accessorising, a roomy tote bag for the plane, and a camera to capture it all.

 

Holiday

 

What is your packing style? Fold, roll, bundle, tissue paper or packing cells?

A combination of folding and rolling.

 

How many shoes do I really need for a month away?

Just two pairs: gladiator sandals for sightseeing during the day, and a more glamorous pair of heels for night.

 

What’s the secret to accessorising for a holiday?

Oversized scarves are excellent for adding a dash of colour (and keeping you warm on the flight).

 

So there you have it – packing tips from a professional. I have a couple of weeks to make this work…. Wish me luck!

 

Vanja x

Posted:
April 4, 2011
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Packing 101 with Anna Dello Russo

It’s eight weeks today that I am leaving for my Europe and US trip. I have no idea what to pack or how to do it. Luckily Anna is there to teach me a few things…

When I grow up I want to be Anna. Then I can have my shoe and coat sandwich filled with all this goodness. If you don’t know Anna Dello Russo, she is the Editor At Large and creative consultant for Vogue Japan. She’s positively fashion mad and eccentric to the max.

Do you have tips to pack a suitcase? Are they better than Anna’s?

Vanja x

Posted:
January 4, 2011
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Style crush Olivia Palermo

Style crush: Olivia Palermo

Olivia Palermo’s style caught my eye in The City, where she won the fashion stakes over other cast members. She polished her look after cutting her hair (we now have the same haircut which was a total coincidence) so now felt like the perfect time to celebrate her fashion prowess.

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January 28, 2010
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New York state of mind

New York, New York! I have had a long distance love affair with this city for as long as I can remember. I have never actually been there, but every year daydream about visiting the Big Apple and, well, not coming back. There is something so magical about the chaos and insanity of that place, I know I could photograph it forever.
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