Currently Obsessed
Although I’m not particularly a big fan of provoking my readers to “stalk me”, the concept of Currently Obsessed is definitely something I can get behind. The project allows readers to follow their favourite bloggers as they browser-window shop, curating a list of all the things they’re currently obsessed with online.
I know there are a great deal more items I covet online than I find time to blog about, so if you and I share a similar aesthetic, you can join Currently Obsessed and “stalk me” around the internet as I sigh over all the lovely items I find.
The Eon Ring
The Eon Ring was designed around this beautiful chip of neon blue apatite I received a little while ago from one of my stone suppliers. I spent days fiddling with thin bands to set the stone on when finally I realised that for a fairly small chip, it needed to be balanced by something wider.
Finishing is my favourite part of manufacturing because it’s when you get to see your creation finally come to life. I started by giving it a very highly polished finish, which looked great against the neon blue; but did nothing to accentuate the organic detailing around the band. From there I decided to lightly oxidise it, but because I only used luke warm water the oxidisation process went through an oil-slick rainbow effect as it took on. The stone looked incredible against the multi-coloured cobalt/purple/green/grey finish. Unfortunately that kind of patina is very quick to wear off, even if sealed… so I sadly buffed it all back to the moody grey I’d originally intended. Lastly, I stripped the remaining oxidisation from around the stone setting to return it back to it’s bright white finish, adding a depth of contrast between the stone, the setting and the band itself.
I’m so satisfied with the outcome! I feel like I say it each time I produce something new but I do feel that the Eon Ring is my favourite design to date. Although I don’t wear them often, working with stones adds a fantastic challenge when designing jewellery.
Thinking Ahead
Rick Owens Classic Biker Jacket
With the intermittent storms here in Melbourne I’ve been thinking ahead to Autumn Winter 2012. Despite my obvious aesthetic leanings I actually have complete disdain for winter fashion, predominantly because I’ve always struggled finding jackets and coats I love. Trying to keep in line with my less is more ethos, I’ve narrowed down my winter jacket requirements to three key items I believe will see me through the season.
The first is and always will be the quintessential Rick Owens biker jacket (pictured above). I’ve tried my hand at inspired designs and know in my heart of hearts I won’t be happy until I have the real thing.
Helmut Lang Cropped Leather Jacket
I found a cropped leather jacket in the sales last year at Forever New of all stores; but the sleeves are only 3/4 length and won’t be appropriate for when the true winter hits. So a full-length sleeved cropped jacket (not necessarily in leather) is a must for me this winter. It is the best fitting and most versatile shape to have for the rest of my wardrobe since I have a tendency to cinch the waists on most of my ensembles. Unfortunately most “cropped” styles aren’t cropped enough for my short torso, so this is a difficult item to find.
Gestuz Leather Belted Coat
Lastly I’m after the perfect black classic wool coat with leather sleeves. It is a style that’s been produced by several brands, high-end and low; but none seem to be tailored enough at the back which is a uncompromisable requirement for my body shape. The one pictured is on sale for a steal but is sadly the wrong cut.
While all the winter sales are on overseas it seems like the perfect time to buy, if only I could find my perfect jackets. The hunt continues…
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6 Underground
Becoming X was one of those key albums of my youth. I don’t listen to much trip-hop these days, but whenever it pops up on my iTunes, serious nostalgia ensues. It’s funny how sometimes the memories from the past are what inspires your future.
