Severely Glamorous

Happy Holidays All!!!

2011-12-20T10:06:00.003-06:00

I cant believe it, it is only 5 days away from Christmas. Here is some holiday gifts giving tips from the fabulous Simon Doonan. Are you ready for Christmas??

Simon Doonan Shares Holiday Gifts Ideas 2011 from BARNEY'S NEW YORK on Vimeo.

Steels and Greens Rooftop Garden

2011-12-14T00:38:00.007-06:00

Came across these images while researching for landscape design ideas for a project. Hands down, the best modern rooftop garden I ever seen! By Lutsko Associates for a private residential project in San Fransisco, California.

Thorsten Franck’s Out of Balance Stool

2011-12-12T20:02:00.000-06:00

Imagine sitting on these stools. How fun!!! Read More...

Iris Van Herpen Haute Couture FW 2011-2012

2011-11-06T05:40:00.004-06:00

2 WORDS FOR THE TALENTED IRIS VAN HERPEN WORK! DISTURBINGLY GORGEOUS!!

P.E. Guerin

2011-10-28T20:58:00.003-05:00

P.E. Guerin from The Anthropologist on Vimeo.

I went there when I was an intern working for Thom Filicia in NY. Thought I died and went to hardware heaven. P.E. Guering made each piece like a jewelry, meticulously and it lasts forever.

Sherle Wagner’s Molecule Door Knob

2011-10-13T08:54:00.006-05:00

Molecular inspired door knobs by Sherle Wagner. This New York based company known for their opulent bath fittings and decadent accessories. Read More HERE.

End of Summer. End of Eid holiday! Happy Labor Day!!!

2011-09-04T01:51:00.000-05:00

Happy Labor Day to my dear US fellas! It is also happens to be the end of our week long hibernation in Indonesia after a festive Eid holiday. For me, it is also a new beginning of our studio. We are expanding to Singapore this month!!! Yayyy!!! Yes we will have a tiny satellite office for a start. Do you remember the feeling of first day of school year? You know that tingly sensation in your stomach?? yeahh...that's what I'm feeling now....hmmm...time for a nice cold popsicle.....Have a great long weekend all!!!

Rainbow Church by Tokujin Yoshioka

2011-09-03T02:20:00.003-05:00

Can you imagine having to have a mass inside this Rainbow Church? Look at those beautiful crystals arranged such way to create fascinating light spectrum inside the church interior. I'm pretty sure my ADD will strike, instead of listening to the sermon I will be all fascinated by it. A simple idea but utterly GORGEOUS!!

Gold Shoes

2011-09-02T09:42:00.008-05:00

via csebastian

Gold Glitter Bow shoes via dustjacket attic

Satin Slingbacks via Sweet Nothings

Miu Miu Gold Glitter shoes via Garance Dore

Via we heart it

There is always something about gold shoes that I cannot resist. It is crazy how versatile they are. You can practically wear it with anything, I mean Really ANYTHING!!!
When in doubt, go GOLD!

Alaa Wardi - Shalamonti Fel7al

2011-08-27T09:25:00.000-05:00

Don't mind the gibberish mambo jambo lyrics at all, very catchy tune, adorable.....such a cutie pie...*sigh*

ViviStone by Forms+Surfaces

2011-08-25T01:37:00.000-05:00

Nearly indistinguishable from real stone, ViviStone unites the beauty of stone with the convenience of glass. Interlayers are ultra-sharp, full-scale representations of stones from around the world. Single-sided, double-sided and backlit configurations expand the options. It even has virtual stone quarry for you to manage and design.

Hermès Rive Gauche by RDAI

2011-06-30T09:18:00.000-05:00

The palatial design of Hermès Rive Gauche by RDAI reveals an enchanting new space housed within a former swimming pool in Paris. Read more HERE.

Forensic Splatter Pillow

2011-06-20T08:11:00.003-05:00

Don't be scared. This is an artwork, a gorgeous piece of hand embroidered pillow mimicking blood splatter at a murder scene. They are utilizing Ari technique from the 14th-17th centuries. Made by The Lost City, you can find them at Vivre shop.

Passioflora

2011-06-13T10:29:00.002-05:00

"Silence is my blank canvas. Thought is my ink. Passion is my brush. Courage in my arms." ~SA2011

spying on kate moss

2011-06-04T10:43:00.000-05:00

Current Obsession: The Vamoose Jewelry

2011-06-03T09:30:00.004-05:00

The Summer is here!! White necklace is on the top of my list to be coveted. I'm in love with thse gorgeous pieces from The Vamoose, she is so talented. Check out her blog too, it has cute inspirational images and her creative thought process. Check out her store at www.thevamoose.com

Bernadette Pascua

2011-06-02T09:49:00.003-05:00

Bernadette Pascua is a new breed of a modern fashion illustrator who I discovered during my daily blog browsing fiesta. It is indeed very refreshing to see her selection of colors and simple lines. Her blog DECADE is now on my top list of fav blogs next to Garance Dore.

28 series by Bocci

2011-05-18T09:25:00.002-05:00

28 series from Bocci on Vimeo.

Her Morning Elegance / Oren Lavie

2011-05-17T08:21:00.001-05:00

Pretty Carving Detail

2011-04-15T06:46:00.001-05:00

Solemn Gratitude

2011-04-10T23:42:00.003-05:00

I've always being taught to be grateful by my parents. My favorite part of Oscar moment is when the award receiver gave their thank you speech. Of course this silly-vain pot- 'ol me since the age of 9 has been imagining this particular moment, delivering my own thank you speech while holding this monumental award (a Mrs. Buttersworth syrup bottle in my reality) wearing a sparkly designer gown, cladded with Dame Elizabeth's worth of rocks, and glorious make-up and hairdo. As a child even as an adult I enjoyed this kind of silly portrayal in my head from time to time. Don't we all? Dont't lie! It is definately a self loving-guilt-free pleasure gesture, definately a fast fix to a self-ego stroke. Sounds pathetic? Na-ah! I can tell you why. Now, there is a new spin to this old repertoire. As a child we all dreamed, hoping that someday when we grow up we would become someone uber cool, successful, or grown up to be someone who we idolized. Along the journey to adulthood, this little child will experience different things, bombarded with series of events, met individuals who are eventually influence or got influenced by our own existence. Eventually this little child becomes his/her own unique adult being. Sadly, sometimes as a result of this cruel world, this little child does not exists within anymore. It all begins with disappointments towards other individuals, then frustration came and it turns into a depression, bitterness arrived clouding minds, hindering growth, sunshine and sucking-up all the joy in life. There are many self-help books and tips on "How to be happy" and "How to forgive" out there. I confess I've read some of them in attempt to fix my dark moments. Come on don't laugh! I know a lot of you guys must have read it too at least once in your life. From all of those thousands tips on how to be happy, there is one particular point that clings to me. It is how we have to be thankful. Especially to be thankful for series of events which involves people that you met along your own journey. So, I've came out with my own list of people to thank for every single day. I listed their name in my little black book in private and put down what I thank them for. Basically it's like building your own little "Thank you lists for your own award acceptance", but the difference is that this list will not get publicized. But, hey it may came up handy in the future if you need them for an award ceremony! You can either say thank you for people who inspires you, help you, all the way to the individuals who pisses you off and because of them you are becoming the now your fabulous self. For example: Thank you ex-boss who always inspires me, now that I always look back to our creative moments together whenever I felt un-creative or Thank you ex-boyfriend for being a true you (a.k.a jerk) that now I am now with this new "oh so cool non-jerk" boyfriend. One other example from small events in our daily life; Barista at coffee shop you pisses me off because you move so slow I almost climb the counter to take over your job and fix my own coffee, but Thank you for being slow because I have a moment to realize that I have to learn to be more patient to other patron. Each day, or from time to time you will add new names and pray for them in private, thankful for their existence, thankful for series of events that happened as the outcome of interaction with them and finally say thank you to the Creator. I've been doing this and it helped me to come down to earth and I can see clearly that things happens for a reason. It is definitely a moment of "Chill, breathe and reflect", and slowly happiness creeps into your life. Happy Sunday EVERYBODY!! Thank you all for reading, now I need to practice my own thank you speech *reaching Mrs.Butterworth's syrup bottle* Teeheeee!Anyhooooo...in the spirit of gratitude I found this gorgeous DIY thank you note. Plus chill music for your relaxing sunday from my new fav band KOOP.

Le Petit Prince Moleskin

2011-03-31T03:21:00.001-05:00

HAPPY V-day!

2011-02-15T04:03:00.003-06:00

Happy V-day my bunnies!! Here some cute illustrations from my talented petite friend
Grace Firmansjah.

Sweet Lavender

2011-02-07T09:45:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday, I love these beautiful shades of lavenders. I forgot where did I got all these images at, please leave a comment if anybody knows. Have a beautiful the rest of the week my darlings!

Banned YSL's Belle d'Opium Parfume Ad in UK TVs

2011-02-06T10:46:00.001-06:00

I don't think this ad promotes any kind of drug use at all. Oh what a silly reaction dear Britons! See more of the story here...

Givenchy Haute Couture Spring 2011

2011-02-05T08:52:00.004-06:00

Givenchy Spring 2011 Haute Couture only consists of ten looks. Riccardo Tisci promises there will ever be only one of each in the world. Inspired from Japanese transformers robot his long time muse who just recently passed away Kazuo Ohno. See more here...

I'm seeing RED everywhere! Still in the spirit of CNY.

2011-02-04T07:48:00.000-06:00

Teardrop shaped diamond and ruby estate earring from Shreve, Crump & Low

Marion Cottillard in ellen von unwerth dress. Via {this is glamorous}

Red Door via Flicker

Modern Red Lacquered Chinese Inspired Buffet from 1stDibs.com

James Nares Painting

Fifi Lapin Exibition @ APM Shopping Center HK

2011-02-03T05:42:00.006-06:00

To add to bunny bonanza this year, a fellow blogger Fifi Lapin got her big break in Hongkong. Congratulations, I always loved your style! Happy Hoppity Happity Leap Bunny Year! Read more here...

Happy Rabbit Year!

2011-02-03T03:32:00.004-06:00

In celebration of Chinese Rabbit year, I present you a pair rabbit ear shaped outline encrusted with swarovski by Benoit Missolin. Have a blessed heavy metal bunny year, abundance of luck and prosperity everybody. Now I'm gonna hop collecting red pockets while my youth lasts, toodles! Gong Xi Fa Chai! Nien nien yu ie!

The King of all Chignons from Armani Privé Summer 2011 Haute Couture Show

2011-01-31T08:38:00.001-06:00

Pic via Vogue.fr
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Bloom Table Lamp by Patrick Jouin

2011-01-25T11:19:00.005-06:00

A table lamp with a shade which collapses and expands to release or contain light, from Northern Icon by Patrick Jouin.

White, Black, Tan, Linen and Woodsy Tone

2011-01-24T07:51:00.000-06:00

Stoneridge Residence by Assembledge+

Proenza Schouler PS1 Linen and Leather Satchel

Gorgeous detail on Alexander Wang Spring 2011 Draped Chiffon and Twill Dress

Black Swan- Behind The Scene Magics with Swarovski and Rodarte

2011-01-23T06:59:00.006-06:00

Swarovski- Schonbek Chandelier

Black Swan Costume- Rodarte

Swan Queen Costume- Rodarte

We saw "Black Swan" for girls movie night this past weekend. Anybody saw this movie yet? Tell me what you think! Here is a glimpse of the movie trailer.

Brandy the Beagle

2011-01-18T02:26:00.001-06:00

We can't help it we are so in love with Brandy! Isn't he just the most adorable beagle? We need an office dog just like Brandy!
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Happy New Year 2011!!!

2011-01-17T23:25:00.002-06:00

Happy very belated NEW YEAR!!! Look who is visiting our office today! Brandy the Beagle!

Ardistia New York

2010-12-14T06:30:00.006-06:00

I got this one in Cream, very appropriate for Christmas a la tropicale!

This one screams VAVAVOOMM!!!

OMG it is HOLIDAY SEASON!!!! Don't be afraid, I've prepared myself with pretty new dresses I brought from my new friend NYC Fashion Designer, Disti. She is the designer of her own fabulous line called Ardistia New York, which I LOVE! So, the coveting of these 2 new dresses came with a story. I was at my friend's, Gita, Wedding in Bali last October, I barely knew anyone so I went there with my partner in crime Hamphrey. All night long we were just drinking wines people watching and bashing fest "Joan Rivers" style. Then, Disti came to picture in her pink and black long dress with cute modern take of traditional ribbons detail and Hamphrey was like, "Omg, LOVE that dress, honey, you should ask her where she got it from? I answered, "Honey, I'm too classy to do that?!". After drinkies of blanc, rouge and rose, it was time for the WEDDING DANCE!!!! We were happy and tipsy, everything went so fast. Gita called me to her table, introduce me to her husband, Gita introduce me to her single friends and finally to Disti!! Without hesitating I said this to her, "Hi I'm Santi, nice to meet you. I like your dress, where did you get it?" HA!!!! hahahah....so much for being classy. So that was the beginning of me befriending her, we talk all night about her line, and how I miss New York, envied her that she still lives there, traveling back and forth several times a year to Jakarta. She showed me a little pamphlet containing her latest Sp2011 collection and before we know it she invited me to her trunk show in Jakarta. And I was totally in loooooveeee with everything she has, how incredible the quality and design is, totally my cup o tea. So that's how I got these 2 dresses above at the trunk show. Please visit her website at www.ardistianewyork.com

Ralph Lauren 4D Experience -New York

2010-11-25T00:57:00.001-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving All!!! Time to shop! Have a safe black Friday tomorrow!

Lanvin for H&M

2010-11-03T11:32:00.006-05:00

Pics via Fashionista

Oh My Dear!!! Finally the time has come when my absolutely darling Lanvin collaborate with the oh-so-affordable H&M label. We need to have H&M in Indonesia, somebody please brim them here, who can I talk to? any leads? hmmm???? These dresses are just ridiculously adorable. Wanna see the rest of the collection?

Here Little Fishy...Fishy....

2010-10-27T03:26:00.002-05:00

Fish: "Add a touch of nature to your page with these hungry little fish. Watch them as they follow your mouse hoping you will feed them by clicking the surface of the water."

Owen Jones Black and White Mosaic

2010-10-18T01:09:00.004-05:00

Owen Jones (1809-74) designed this mosaic floor pattern in1842. Rendered with pencil and watercolour. The pattern design is based on Islamic design principles. Read more about Jones here....

Flaster Camelion Concrete Tiles by Ivanka Studio

2010-10-17T05:23:00.004-05:00

Pic Via Design Milk

A hybrid of strength and beauty at the London Design Festival by Ivanka Studio. Modules are available for mix and match in different colors and shapes. Read more here....

Cygnet by Aston Martin

2010-10-14T10:43:00.006-05:00

Via Dezeen

Cygnet, small luxury car by Aston Martin, will go into production in 2011. Definitely my kind of car. I would get it if I live in Amsterdam where your car tax is based on size.

Longing for another beach vacation

2010-10-13T10:07:00.004-05:00

pic via {this is glamorous}

I'm longing for another beach vacation, but not with backpackers style. Gypset mode s'il vous plait. This gorgeous picture would be my exact interpretation of my kind of Gypset beach gateaway. Perfect dress. Perfect water. Perfect sun. hhmmm.......c'est parfait

(un)necessary things I need/want/ have October 2010

2010-10-08T03:38:00.009-05:00

Fim Brazilian Agate bookends from rablabs.

Kelly Wearstler's Home Accesories collection from Bergdorf Goodman

Raphael Young Fall 2010 Collection booties.

Delsey's new Karat Collection Luggages.

Micro Samsonite Scooter so I can zoom in a flash catching my flight from one terminal to the other when I'm in hurry/late.

Velvetine Ray Satchel with gorgeous gold slide bar hardware.

Irresistable Alexander Wang Pearl bar-knuckle ring.

Fluttering Corian by Paul Cocksedge

2010-09-27T07:19:00.004-05:00

Displayed at Victorian & Albert Museum London, this Corian sponsored installation were designed by Paul Cocksedge Studio for the one day only exhibition at the London Design Festival this past September 24. Each and every pieces of these fluttering pages of "paper"were made from Dupont Corian material, arranged in a manner of a stack of paper blown by the wind. The artist engraved and signed individually by the artist's own hand. More....

Raphael-Bar De L'hotel

2010-09-24T03:47:00.002-05:00

Raphael - Bar De L'hôtel
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Beautiful under the water dance scene!

Jonathan Saunders Sp/Ss 2011

2010-09-23T03:59:00.004-05:00

Beautiful collection with smart and fresh color palette which will inspire our coming interior projects. Stay tuned! Check out jonathansaunders.com for more.
See video via YouTube.

Amazing Ujung Kulon Adventure Trip

2010-09-15T09:34:00.006-05:00

So as I told you guys on my last post, I went to Ujung Kulon for a long weekend Vacation. and It was the most Gorgeous place EVER. This trip is totally recommended to anyone who has that inner naturalist at heart. There were 12 of us who went there and we conquered the long 7-9 hours drive (we got lost on the way there), island hopping, snorkeling, wild oyster feasting at it's own natural habitat (we literally shucked the oysters from the corals), sleeping outdoor plus stargazing and a 2 hour hiking through the jungle and seashores which was ended up being a 4 hours hiking because we got lost. We all got sunburned, got some toned muscle, and came home happy like 12 year old kids after a ridiculously fun summer camp. oohh....happy....so here it is I got some souvenirs to share :) Life is good people!!
ps: we didn't get to see the rhino at all because we were too damn noisy. Rhinos are shy and very sensitive to human smell and movement.

All photos are by Santi Alaysius

Going to the Jungle!

2010-09-09T12:46:00.003-05:00

My sweets, I will be going to the National Park in Ujung Kulon to get in touch with my inner "naturalist butch". Ujung Kulon is located at the most western tip of Java island. We will be seeing a lot of cool animals, especially the endangered species of Java Rhino. The difference with it's African cousin is that it only has a single horn instead of two. No, this trip is not going to be glamorous but it will be a once in a life time kind of thing. Plus, an ex-Elite supermodel who I cannot mention her name over here is going to be joining us as well. Well, OK actually she is going to be the only glamorous thing in the jungle for 4 days and 3 nights. Hmmm....editorial photo shoots with the Rhinos anybody?? Wish me luck!

La Villa, Paris

2010-08-23T08:32:00.005-05:00

Dahhlinng.....some people might say that this restaurant/ piano bar/ cocktail place looks like a chic retirement home but I think this place is rather dashing and romantic. I love how they use "Agent Provocateur" pinks here and there tastefully. Loving the simple graphic on the ceiling and body landscape artwork across the bar. Please stop by if you happened to be in the Paris.

Sorry for being MIA!

2010-08-22T08:51:00.001-05:00

Picture by Hamphrey Tedja taken somewhere in Bangkok when we were out drinking or something, I don't remember much about this picture but it is pretty hahahahah.....

Sorry my dear bunnies, I suddenly went MIA because:
a. So busy and occupied with finishing lots of work before I went on vacation.
b. I was having my week long vacation in Bangkok.
c. I had to leave for Lombok Island barely 24 hours after I came back from Bangkok for my beautiful cousin's beach wedding with a cool Italian gentleman.
d. Slammed with more work after I came back from the wedding.
e. my body is really mad at me and I had to stay at home and sleep.

so.....I owe you guys a lot of things ofcourse....pictures from Lombok and Bangkok coming soon...

Snowflake Instalation for Kartell by Tokujin Yoshioka

2010-07-26T22:54:00.005-05:00

Pictures via Dezeen

Kartell Showroom in Milan was designed by Tokujin Yoshioka for 2010 Salone. Yoshioka is an Uber purist kind of guy, which is one of the dying breeds in design world. This immpressive arrangement of transparent plastic sticks were formed to create modern snowflake shapes.
This is the quote from the master himself, "I am drawn by things that do not have forms but leave emotional effect to people. At a glance, such material is invisible and its existence is erased. Through the interaction with light, however, the form suddenly emerges. I am fascinated not only with such phenomena, but also elements that can stir and stimulate our imagination. I also like the idea of light, which is the form of design itself." Read more...

Cartier Trinity New Edgy Look For The Classic

2010-07-22T21:32:00.002-05:00

For the first time in nearly a century, Trinity is getting a new look: black and white. The collection, slated to hit Cartier boutiques in December, presents a refreshingly modern update on a to die for classic. (text and pic via Elle)

J.&L.Lobmeyr

2010-07-19T13:42:00.002-05:00

Gorgeous wall sconces from the original creator of the famous sputnik chandelier at the NY MET. J.&L.Lobmeyr

Hottest White Shirts by Proklamasi

2010-07-11T09:00:00.008-05:00

White shirt is my usually go-to- staple when I have no idea what to wear, in fact I was addicted. My best friend had to stop me from buying white shirts when she saw my then color coordinated walk-in closet. That was a long time ago when I was in college. This weekend I went to Brightspot Market and found this label called PROKLAMASI which is literally means freedom in Indonesian. And...YESSSIIRR my old addiction to white shirts was resurfacing again. So, I decided to buy one, just...one shirt, style number#1 with beautiful over sized cowl necks (see picture above). The cut was great, the material is soft and perfect for humid and hot weather in Jakarta and this shirt can go from office straight to cocktail. You can dress it up and down. Endless possibilities. What's really cool about it also, because it is designed and produced in Indonesia. Hell yeah...I can be pretty patriotic and I ain't got any shame! I guess I'm pretty much hooked-up with this label. Thank you girlfriend (I am 100% positively sure the designer is a girl)!! Whoever you are the genius behind this label :) Looking forward to getting more.....and more...and more...stylish white shirts!!!

One hot bag I really need right now from ROMYGOLD

2010-07-08T10:22:00.002-05:00

I saw this hobo bag featured on notcouture and I instantly have this warm feeling inside....I think I'm in love...love...love....check out ROMYGOLD website for more hot bags. Tell me I'm shallow...whatever..

Hugh Jackman Lipton Ice Tea Ad

2010-07-05T08:41:00.003-05:00

I bet this could win "Glee" award for commercial. I never knew Hugh Jackman could dance this good! shimmy shmimy... ...shashaaayy...

I'm loving this photo by Garance Dore

2010-07-03T06:22:00.003-05:00

Pic By Garance Dore

It is sexy, sweet and risque......

Crystal Rock Bathtub by Italian Company Baldi

2010-06-24T11:56:00.002-05:00

This is what I call MAJOR! This bathtub is carved from a gigantic chunk of crystal rock found at Amazon rain forest. Took them 6 months to carved out the bathtub using diamond cutters. A must have if you are A)A hippy with lots of moolah, B) Superman, C) Victoria Beckham ( don't ask me why, I can totally see her in it with her Beck if England won the World Cup).
Source via Gizmodo. Read more here...

Ps: Thanks to RJ Nauta to point this out to me.
Ps#2: So England got it's ass kicked by Germany last night....no Crystal Rock Bathtub for you Vicky! boohooo....

Chic Blue "Bajaj" by Italian Piaggio

2010-06-20T23:07:00.003-05:00

If you are not from Jakarta or Indonesian you might be wondering what I meant by Bajaj. Bajaj is an inexpensive alternative form of transportation in Jakarta, India and Bangkok (called tuk tuk in Bangkok). It's machine is always been made by Piaggio/Vespa with inexpensive made body. This image of Blue Bajaj is the Pimped-out version of it's older sisters, blinged with polished chromed metals, and white leather seats. I will need to find out more about its detailed specs later on. I would love to try to drive around the busy streets of Jakarta in this just for the fun of it. I wonder if the machine "purrs" softer than its loud mouthed sister. ;)
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Dulux Let's Color Campaign

2010-05-27T23:11:00.003-05:00

Inspiring. A fabulous idea for giving back to the community.

50 People 1 Question

2010-05-24T01:00:00.001-05:00

Fifty People, One Question: London from Fifty People, One Question on Vimeo.

One question: Where would you like to be when you wake up in the morning? They questioned 5o people in London. This is a simple video but done very beautifully. Reminds me of my early year art school project, but i think this one is way sweeter than mine. Well done!

Symbiotic Green Wall

2010-05-23T11:11:00.006-05:00

Picture via Inhabitat

Instead of typical OSB ugly plastered wall on construction site, why not make something pleasing for passersby to look at. Plus, this is a great opportunity to create a green environment in an urban setting. This Symbiotic Green Wall is the lovechild of by Kooho Jung & Hayeon Kelly Choi.
More....

Happy Saturday Sunshine!

2010-05-15T05:14:00.003-05:00

Photo by Santi Alaysius

I've been very sick with tropical malady these past weeks. I spent way too much time in my bedroom because doctor ordered me a strict bed rest order. This morning, the sun was beautiful and I took picture of the ray peeking through my bedroom's plantation style shutters window. Happy Saturday everybody, take care and stay healthy because the weather changed from rain to very hot in a very extreme way.

IKEA Wedding Party Ideas from Lo Bjurulf

2010-05-14T23:52:00.005-05:00

A Swedish stylist Lo Bjurulf styled a very sweet and charming wedding party setting wntirely with IKEA products and origami. All pictures via Agent Bauer.

Chanel Pétanque Set

2010-05-11T01:52:00.002-05:00

Pétanque season is HERE! I came across this image from the fabulous blog of Garance Doré. She is attending an invitation by Chanel to view their cruise collection in Saint-Tropez while pétanque games will be held for invited fashionistas. This is the chicest pétanque set I ever lay my eyes on. Ofcourse it is chic because it is by Chanel! Usually this game is played by older fellows in the south of France. Who knows that playing pétanque could be very fashionable. Grandpas watch out!

Crown of Thorns Chandelier by Lobmeyr

2010-05-10T21:31:00.004-05:00

A great way to add spunk elegantly into your dining or living room. This gorgeous crystal chandelier is from the fabulous 1stDibs.

Transformers Style Apartment

2010-05-04T09:41:00.001-05:00

A Modern Renovation inside a Peranakan Style Residential Building

2010-05-03T09:18:00.006-05:00

Don't judge a book by it's cover applies to this amazing interior renovation work of Peranakan Style building in Singapore. Designed by a celebrated Singaporean Architectural firm, Ong&Ong, this project is a perfect marriage of old and modern. Although different, the interior still give a respectable nod to the old exterior by utilizing modern design aesthetic and a perfect calm tone of white color pallette. Very inspiring. All pictures from archdaily.com

YwS Sweet Wedding Trailer by Axioo

2010-04-26T22:25:00.000-05:00

Wiharjo Yaning Trailer from Axioo on Vimeo.

Another piece from my dear Yaning's wedding. Still, it was the best wedding party I ever went to. Kudos to Axioo for capturing these beautiful moments.

Inacraft 2010, Jakarta

2010-04-25T13:00:00.003-05:00

Today we spent 6 hours of our precious sunday at Inacraft. Basically it is the biggest yearly Indonesian handycraft fair in Jakarta which involves hundreds of vendors from all over Indonesia. During that glorious 6 hours we practiced the art of walking thru crazy crowds in zig-zag patterns, screening thru merchandise in a lighting speed, navigating thru giant maze of vendors, juggling with shopping bags and haggling for the best possible price. The results: a $30 yellow phyton snakeskin wallet from bali, 3 embroidered linen fans at $3 each from Surabaya, and 2 stingray man's wallet I bought for gifts at $15 each from Jogja. This is a way to support the local businesses. God I love this country!
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Michael S Smith for Ann Sacks

2010-04-21T11:31:00.003-05:00

Images via Ann Sacks

Gorgeous new stone mosaics collection from Ann Sacks by Michael S Smith.

Bisazza & Swarovski Mosaic

2010-04-18T07:43:00.001-05:00

Pictures Via NotCot

My two favorite product brands Bisazza & Swarovski collaborated on a pixel art product/ mosaics. After the launch of Bisazza's 24K gold tiles some years ago, I think this blinged crystal tile product is definately appropriate for them. I've specified both brands on my past projects, and I can't wait until this head turning mosaic hits Jakarta. This collection is definately glam glam glam!

Dandelion- a Wind powered adornment

2010-04-17T23:29:00.006-05:00

Picture via Atelier 29

Dandelion from Mary Huang on Vimeo.

A very sweet looking concept inspired by climate change. Read more from atelier29 blog....

Happy Easter!!!! & Bon Anniv DOMISILIUM STUDIO!!!

2010-04-04T10:05:00.002-05:00

Picture via weheartit.com

Easter meant so much more for us than just what it is. Last year around the same time as today, I wrote our very first contract for our maiden project in Jakarta. We actually forgot when was the exact anniversary date of our firm. From what I remember is that we were heading back home from meeting with our first client at a winebar (Social House). We even haven't christened our firm with any name, we need to identify ourself with something isn't it? I was actualy tempted to call ourselves the DYNAMIC DUO, because we are partners in crime!!! (Hamphrey as the Batman and I the Robin) but no, we need something more professional and classier than that! So... in the car, half tipsy (no we did not drink n drive, luckily Hamphrey's driver drove us that night) and trying to think something smart at the same time, we think...and think and think (it's hard to think straight when we are a little tipsy) and then VOILA we came up with DOMISILIUM STUDIO. It literally means home, or the place where we originated in Latin language. Well to think about it, we had to gave up everything that we had in America to come back home where we came from to be with our family and having to start a new life. So, Easter would make a good sense as our anniversary date, it symbolizes a new beginning, rebirth and growth. So here it is Happy Easter and Happy 1st Anniversary to Domisilium Studio! It's been a fun journey with lots of hard work we promised ourselves to keep growing. heeeppp heeppp hurraaahhh!!! Here's to us!! *clink clink*

Good Friday , Good Dress

2010-04-02T22:14:00.000-05:00

A very good looking Hussein Chalayan dress found on Good Friday. Sexy enough for cocktail, sweet enough for Easter brunch.

Tokujin Yoshioka

2010-04-01T05:18:00.005-05:00

All pictures via Tokujin Yoshioka web

I had to come up with a new design concept for an exciting project, so I spent the whole day daydreaming today. I do this routine as a way to get that "light bulb" moment. While I was minding my own business, out of nowhere, I stumbled upon Tokujin Yoshioka. He is an incredible dreamer with his own vision of "Design without a form". His ideas are so simple and pure, it is a hybrid of art and design. From all of his work, this Swarovski store in Ginza is one of my favorites. hmmm...I guess I'm just gonna keep dreaming for now.....oups I mean work work work...

Medical Nanny

2010-03-20T06:58:00.004-05:00

I showed this Clever Care Medical System by Braun to Dad when he was complaining about Mom who is always annoyingly ( but Dad that's love....) reminding him to take his pills. Well dad, you don't need to feel annoyed, just remember to take them. I'm not taking any sides, I'm just saying. Anyhoooo......more here.

Blooming Queens

2010-03-08T20:32:00.004-06:00

Last night, my "The Queen of The Night" flower bloomed it's 30 buds alltogether. It was simply gorgeous. Its sweet pungent fragrance filled my garden. Even the fish in the pond were unusually active. These flower usually bloomed at 9pm and it ends at midnight. Maybe it should be called the Cinderella instead? Oh the nature does wonders isn't it?
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Vajayzelled

2010-03-04T22:01:00.006-06:00

This is what you need to do to make yourself feel FABULOUS about your V area. I'm a sucker for anything that sparkles, It's not impossible to get myself to try this actually *giggle* Read more.

Paula Arntzen

2010-02-21T21:45:00.004-06:00

Beautiful Overscale paper lanterns by Dutch artist Paula Arntzen. See more Here.

Rodarte for Knoll Luxe

2010-02-21T02:28:00.003-06:00

The "oh so cool" Mulleavy sisters behind Rodarte label are designing upholstery and drapery collection for Knoll Luxe. Read more. This is Knoll Luxe second designer collection after collaborating with Proenza & Schouler Collection introduced in Fall 2008.

Rosa Clara

2010-02-15T03:16:00.000-06:00

This is what I want to be in when my turn to get hitched comes.

A dress from Spanish bridal designer Rosa Clara.

Happy 14th February All!

2010-02-14T01:52:00.007-06:00

pic via Flicker

pic via afewthingsfrommylife

Today, this year is a multi-celebration day because we celebrate:
a. Valentine's Day
b. Chinese Lunar New Year
c. The Winter Olympics

d. Fashion Week.
e. My 1st year anniversary of me coming back home from my long 10 years adventure living in the States.

Point e means so much for my me and mi familia because I was absent for 10 years. Instead of celebrating Chinese New Year, I was celebrating Thanksgiving with my American extended families. Now it's time for me to go back my own roots.

Happy All of the above everybody! Peace, Love, Luck and Prosperities for Everyone of you my Dahlings and Bunnies!!! MWAHHH!!!!MWAHHHH!!!!!

Black, black, black, black, black and BLACK.

2010-02-13T07:04:00.003-06:00

pic via Geek&Hype

My addiction with all things black has come again. I thought I got over it almost 1.5 years ago but now it is deja vu once all over again. Black is always sleek, sliming, chic and oh so cool. Ladies and Gents the new Black is Black. In a different note, I've been in a quite mellow mood lately because today, a year ago I left the States to move back home to persue a new venture. It was bitter and sweet. Plus one of my fav Brit designers passed away 2 days ago, so I guess this post is also my mourning gesture dedicated to Mr.McQueen. RIP Sir.....

Flat finish black nailpolish by KnockOut Cosmetics

Q House by asensio_mah + J.M. Aguirre Aldaz

Andrea Mastrovito

Andrea Mastovito

Blackman Cruz

"INKBLOT" table by Phil Cuttance

RIP Lee Alexander McQueen

2010-02-12T07:03:00.003-06:00

pic via Newsweek

I'm shocked and appaled that one of the biggest British fashion talent of the century is now gone. Alexander Lee McQueen was found hanged in his Central London flat on 11th Feb 2010. Some media reported that his suicide was triggered by the death of his beloved mother on 2nd February. This son of a cabbie driver is the genius behind what London Fashion had become now along with fellow Britain young designers John Galliano and Stella McCartney. It is such a waste and a tragedy but maybe this is how his faith supposed to be. Only God knows. May he rest in peace and his legacy continues. Click here to read more from Times Online.

The Wonder Wall of Our Office

2010-02-07T20:59:00.002-06:00

We stare at these algae instalation on our office wall whenever we are running out of ideas. It's like playing "what shape is it?" game while starring at the clouds.
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Tom Ford SS 2010

2010-02-07T02:12:00.002-06:00

Loving this sexy 60's inspired glasses frame from Tom Ford SS 2010 Collection.

Egg Shaped Coccon Shower by Arina Komarova

2010-02-06T01:35:00.010-06:00

Pictures via Yankodesign.com

A dear friend of mine, RJ, usually sends me random links directing to "cool" things that were usually made me went "Huh?" But a couple days ago he send me this link and it made me went "Wow, kewwwlllll!". So I decided to share the love with y'all. Thank you RJ! This Egg shower is pretty sweet looking. It is a shower, bathtub, hydro massage (Jacuzzi) and it also decked-out with LED mood lighting. Check out the rain-shoiwer head in the center of the ceiling. Click here to see more of this cool Egg Shower.

Fabulous YwS Wedding in Bali

2010-02-03T06:39:00.006-06:00

So....My beloved gorgeous friend, Yaning, just got married last December in Bali. It was private, beautiful and super fun but yet she could still managed it to be very classy. It was as fun as a prom night dance party once all over again, sans drunk kids puking here and there. The weather , the decorations, the flower, the entertainment....everything....was all perfect. Here are some cute pictures from the wedding. Congratulations Yaning and Wiharjo, may you two blessed with lots of joy, laughter and babies!!!! ;) Photography by Axioo. Click here to see her wearing gorgeous Chinese wedding dress for the blessing ceremony at the temple.

Burning Filament Photo

2010-01-25T05:23:00.001-06:00

Simple idea, beautiful result. Photos of burning filament with the lightbulb glass taken out by Stephen De Vight.

This Ain't Yo Mutha's Kinda Pearl Necklace!

2010-01-24T02:57:00.005-06:00

Made from repurposed vintage pieces this pearl necklace one of a kind. Oh...so...fab...oh so special! By LAS. Pics via LAD.

El Palauet- Luxury Apartment for Rent in Barcelona

2010-01-20T20:15:00.001-06:00

Pictures via The Cool Hunter

If you are someone who loves to pretend to be the citizen of the visited place, wanting a home away from home and pampered by 24/7 stand-by staffing who will look after you. Renting an apartment complete with its 5 star hotel-like services is the answer. When in Barcelona, you would want to check out this piece of jewel, El Palauet. Situated in the elegant modernist 1906's building this apartment is a perfect marriage between tradition and modern sensibility. But to be able to stay here you must: a. have minimum stay of 3 nights, b. love oplulence, c. have tons of moolah! A nice piece of property for glamorous globe trotter of the world.

Ice Ice baby.......

2010-01-19T00:24:00.000-06:00

Ilio Ice drop candle holder from Fitzu.

Mandarin Oriental-Barcelona

2010-01-18T01:00:00.000-06:00

Pictures via The Cool Hunter

The newly opened Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Barcelona by Patricia Urquiola. Very modern but yet soft and the color pallete is just very sweet indeed. Perfecto!mwah! See more HERE.

Vol de Jour: Karl Lagerfeld's version of Bonnie and Clyde

2010-01-17T00:17:00.004-06:00

Lagerfeld created this movie to promote Chanel SS 2010. Well Karl, this is my kind of Bonnie and Clyde fantasy too. ;)

ZENZA

2010-01-10T10:23:00.002-06:00

Introducing my recent obssesion, Zenza. This dutch company sourced these beautiful handmade light fixtures and accessories from Egypt. Not only this company is a part of Fair Trade movement, the owner ,Karin, had a cute love story behind it. 15 years ago she traveled to Egypt to get merchandise for her then new company. Not only she found gorgeous merchandise samples but she also found a nice beau who is now she is married with. Ok, Karin you need to let us know single gals how to "shop" like you did! ;) Check out her new catalog HERE.

Les Trois Inventeurs

2010-01-09T00:56:00.001-06:00

Beautiful animation entirely made with papercut art by french artist by Mitchel Ocelot.

Happy New Year!!

2010-01-01T00:50:00.000-06:00

Photo by Domisilium Studio

Cheers to shiny new beginning full of blessings to you all my darlings! ;)

Merry Christmas!

2009-12-24T01:51:00.000-06:00

I took these pictures of awesome snowmans made by kids around my neighbourhood last year in Chicago. These snowpeeps are pretty swell aren't they?

Crazy! Christmas is TOMMOROOOWWWWW. It is hard to feel the spirit of Christmas when you are in the warmer weather country. Well maybe I might get the jolly spirit if I make my effort to go to the malls. But things are just so different here, Christmas in Jakarta is just not the same. I'm so used to the cold weather of Chicago already for the past 10 years of my life. I'm really dreaming of white x'mas this year. Oh...to compensate this longing feel, I put on my pashmina shawl while it is raining outside. Even thou it is not that cold, I just miss the warm and soft cashmere touch to my neck and drinking hot coco while reading my fav magazine in my own little corner. hmmm......I am flying to Bali today. I will be spending Christmas and New Year in the hot hot weather. Bali is the hottest around this time of the year because the hot summer wind blows from Australia. So Merry Christmas to you all my dolls and bunnies. Stay warm and be safe! *sending all the sunshine and warmth to y'all* HYAAHHH.......

*Severely Glamorous*

Happy Holidays All!!!

Steels and Greens Rooftop Garden

Thorsten Franck’s Out of Balance Stool

Iris Van Herpen Haute Couture FW 2011-2012

P.E. Guerin

Sherle Wagner’s Molecule Door Knob

End of Summer. End of Eid holiday! Happy Labor Day!!!

Rainbow Church by Tokujin Yoshioka

Gold Shoes

Alaa Wardi - Shalamonti Fel7al

ViviStone by Forms+Surfaces

Hermès Rive Gauche by RDAI

Forensic Splatter Pillow

Passioflora

spying on kate moss

Current Obsession: The Vamoose Jewelry

Bernadette Pascua

28 series by Bocci

Her Morning Elegance / Oren Lavie

Pretty Carving Detail

Solemn Gratitude

Le Petit Prince Moleskin

HAPPY V-day!

Sweet Lavender

Banned YSL's Belle d'Opium Parfume Ad in UK TVs

Givenchy Haute Couture Spring 2011

I'm seeing RED everywhere! Still in the spirit of CNY.

Fifi Lapin Exibition @ APM Shopping Center HK

Happy Rabbit Year!

The King of all Chignons from Armani Privé Summer 2011 Haute Couture Show

Bloom Table Lamp by Patrick Jouin

White, Black, Tan, Linen and Woodsy Tone

Black Swan- Behind The Scene Magics with Swarovski and Rodarte

Brandy the Beagle

Happy New Year 2011!!!

Ardistia New York

Ralph Lauren 4D Experience -New York

Lanvin for H&M

Here Little Fishy...Fishy....

Owen Jones Black and White Mosaic

Flaster Camelion Concrete Tiles by Ivanka Studio

Cygnet by Aston Martin

Longing for another beach vacation

(un)necessary things I need/want/ have October 2010

Fluttering Corian by Paul Cocksedge

Raphael-Bar De L'hotel

Jonathan Saunders Sp/Ss 2011

Amazing Ujung Kulon Adventure Trip

Going to the Jungle!

La Villa, Paris

Sorry for being MIA!

Snowflake Instalation for Kartell by Tokujin Yoshioka

Cartier Trinity New Edgy Look For The Classic

J.&L.Lobmeyr

Hottest White Shirts by Proklamasi

One hot bag I really need right now from ROMYGOLD

Hugh Jackman Lipton Ice Tea Ad

I'm loving this photo by Garance Dore

Crystal Rock Bathtub by Italian Company Baldi

Chic Blue "Bajaj" by Italian Piaggio

Dulux Let's Color Campaign

50 People 1 Question

Symbiotic Green Wall

Happy Saturday Sunshine!

IKEA Wedding Party Ideas from Lo Bjurulf

Chanel Pétanque Set

Crown of Thorns Chandelier by Lobmeyr

Transformers Style Apartment

A Modern Renovation inside a Peranakan Style Residential Building

YwS Sweet Wedding Trailer by Axioo

Inacraft 2010, Jakarta

Michael S Smith for Ann Sacks

Bisazza & Swarovski Mosaic

Dandelion- a Wind powered adornment

Happy Easter!!!! & Bon Anniv DOMISILIUM STUDIO!!!

Good Friday , Good Dress

Tokujin Yoshioka

Medical Nanny

Blooming Queens

Severely Glamorous