Black velvet

...actually, any velvet is good velvet at the moment. I've snagged these babies from TopShop.

as well as a second-hand black velvet mini skirt. Am now thinking very seriously about this black velvet blazer from J Crew

or this Ecote velvet tee from Urban Outfitters.

Until I make a decision, I shall leave you with this... because it is BADASS.


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Facepalm.

I truly believe that Community is the best show on TV...

...even though it got pulled off their air very recently. This news made me want to cry (before you judge, no, I do NOT normally read MTV news). This decision is clearly a fist up the balls to good taste (watch Season 1 "Comparative Religion" if that grossed you out).

This is one of the many reasons why I try to avoid getting into shows that aren't already over. Actually, I generally try to avoid TV altogether. The popularity of shows like Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory, Glee and Packed to the Rafters bewilders and perplexes me. Not only that, but they also put me in a deep state of absolute despair when I remember that shows that lack so much class, imagination and wit can manage to attract the audiences they do (or any audience at all).

Also, I just found out what Whitney is. I wait with baited breath for it to invade our Australian screens and to see if we react in horror at its tackiness (which is what should happen) or delight (which is what normally happens).

I apologise (half-heartedly, because they are seriously shit) if you are a fan of any of the aforementioned shows. I will take it back, however, if you try for ONE SECOND to argue that they are better than Community.

I rest my case. I hope Jeff Winger would be proud.

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Baggu

My Baggu Duck bag basically goes everywhere I go. Rain, hail or shine, this bag can withstand anything. Fits everything I could possibly need in there, as well as other things I don't need but carry around with me anyway. I do a lot of walking and having a bag that is lightweight is really important. I used to carry a second-hand carry-on bag to class but it was too heavy on its own for it to be worth it. Baggu Duck bags are also made from recycled cotton canvas - easy on the eyes and your conscience!

Baggu have also launched a leather range, which includes a tote in small and medium sizes and pouches in apricot, black and platinum. The pouches are made from scraps from the tote bags. Black or apricot? Hmmm...

Image from Fabrica Verde.

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MakeupShow

I had picked up the following brushes from 7Bella at the start of the year and they have taken a regular spot in my makeup routine. They come highly recommended - take a look!


H01 Powder brush

After almost fainting from seeing how much the tapered Face Brush from Suqqu cost, I had been trying to find a more affordable version. From what I can see (I've never seen Suqqu brushes other than on my Mac), it's not as tapered and the bristles aren't as long. This is the softest brush I have ever tried though. My powder is always really well blended because I love putting this on my face!

20P01 Powder/Blush brush

The brush head is slightly smaller and I find this one great for powder compacts for more coverage on days I can't be bothered with foundation. It is more dense than the H01 and not quite as soft (which actually says more about how soft the H01 is) and would be good for blush as well. I prefer my blush brushes to be quite small so I don't personally.

5E05 Pencil brush

Perfect for around my eyes, as the brush head is smaller. Great for smudging eyeliner and a precise application of eyeshadow.

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