Maggie Austin started her career as a classical ballet dancer, then having been accepted at L'Art de la Patisserie program at the French Pastry School, Maggie trained with the best world renowned chefs and pastry champions learning the top techniques in this art using the finest of ingredients. She Graduated from the program with honors, after which was accepted for internship at Charlie Trotter's in Chicago , a Mobil Five Star, AAA Five Diamond and 10 time James Beard Foundation Winner that is recognized as one of the finest restaurants in the world.
Truly an Art, her Haute Couture cakes are just perfection, inspired by Edwardian Botanical prints, fashion designers such as Alexander McQueen and Carolina Herrera, Flowers , textiles and more. They are lovingly made by hand at her Washington DC Studio, yes even the flowers are made from sugar, impressive. I have never seen such elegant and beautiful cakes, there are such perfection that you just want to throw yourself a party to have one made.
Just Splendid xo
All Images via,
www.maggieaustincake.com
Iceland
Iceland Detail
Stamp Mural Reykjavik
Iceland
"The Master" Little White Lies Magazine
Control
100 Pieces of Havana
Iceland Detail
Berlin
Brummel Eco Issue
Brock
Brock Close up
Peter & The Wolf
Some Type of Wonderful Poster
Iceland
Icelandic Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Typographer & Artist Siggi Eggerssson's work makes me smile, not only is he extremely talented, but his work is fun and imaginative. Love his repetitive geometry but softened with rounded shape, you could think that his work was vintage in some aspects but yet the colours are so vibrant and modern that makes it all come together to such a great effect.
One to watch xo
siggieggertsson.com
Pictures via Daft Punk, Fulvio Bonavia and Trendland
Wear it , Eat it , Smell it , Enjoy it xo
http://www.nowness.com/media/embedvideo?itemid=2515&issueid=2183
INTERMISSION
Elephant Polo : The Kings Cup
VIA NOWNESS
www.nowness.com
"Leonardo da Vinci :Painter of the Court of Milan is the most comlete display of rare surviving paintings ever held. This unprecedented exhibition, the first of its kind anywhere in the world, brings together sensational loans never seen before in the UK"
The National Gallery
I am so excited to see this show, London Culture at its best. GO NOW, but make sure you buy tickets in advance they are giving time slots, I presume so it does not get overcrowded. The website explains everything so prepare before you go.
Enjoy!
The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square
London
WC2 5DN
www.nationalgallery.org.uk
Video on the exhibition
www.nationalgallery.org.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/leonardo-live
Most photos via The National Gallery and Taschen
Ahlan wa sahlan,
The Liwa Desert in Abu Dhabi's Empty Quarter has now a magical new Desert Hotel.
Qasr Al Sarab Desert Hotel by Anantara, which is loosely translated by as Palace of The Mirage, it has all that a hotel in the desert should offer, adventures by Camel , mountain bikes or traditional guided walks, the vistas must be spectacular. They also offer Archery Lessons, tennis and for those who just want to relax there is a pool or if you are really lucky at your Private Villa with a Butler to help you make decisions. Let us not forget The Hammam Spa where there are Royal Rituals to try out. My favourite would be a Bedouin dinner in the middle of the Liwa Desert at Sunset.
This has inspired me to do a Desert Hotel Series, I love the colours and the magic that desert feeds to you.
I included for the first time a piece of music , but can't seem to upload the video. Hope the link works.
Enjoy xo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3lWwBslWqg&feature=share
http://www.kiwicollection.com/hotel-detail/anantara-qasr-al-sarab
All photos via Qasr Al Sarab Hotel.
"Life is not measured by how many breaths we take,but by the moments that take our breath away. Maya Angelou"
Beautiful pictures of the incredible power of yoga in our world, taken by Robert Sturman whose expansive photography shows us how Yoga heals people everywhere from our city streets to the depth of Africa to our prisons. I Just chose two examples out of hundreds named The Girl with the Ganesh Tattoo and Sunrise on The Sound. It brought me serenity straight away, and also got my ass to the yoga studio in a flash.I could picture this images in massive sizes in a yoga studio, how beautiful would that be! Come on someone do it.
Love your work,
To see more of Robert Sturman's photography here are the links
robertsturmanstudio.com
www.facebook.com/Artist.Photografia
California Bernard Trainor Architect
Ibiza Antonio & Ignacio Saorin
Morocco Jaouad Kadiri
Washington DC Thomas Pheasant
Napa Valley Pool Pavillion Tom Leader Studio
Mexico Michael Schaieble
Nantucket Karin Blake
Formentera Jordi Canosa
Florianopolis Carlos Miele
Trancoso Daniela Oliviera
Hamptons Tim Whealon
Jamaica Ralph & Ricky Lauren
Formentera II Jordi Canosa
Tropical Island Simon Upton
Venezuela Fernando Arriaga
Lebanon Pool of Elie Saab Design by Chakib Richani
Summertime is here and what is more beautiful than having a great pool to spend it in. I can only dream that one day I will have my own house with a gorgeous garden and pool.
In the meantime I can only sit and look at these and get inspiration until the real thing.
Dream Away xo
Photos sourced via,
www.elledecor.com
www.architecturaldigest.com
www.jordicanosa.com
Photo Ibiza Town via White Ibiza
Photos via Amante Beach Club
Photos Via The Giri Residence and Cafe
Photos El Chiringuito via White Ibiza
Photo Es Vedra
Photos Ibiza Beaches
On my way to Eivissa as they say in Catalan the local dialect, for a little holiday.
Hasta la Vista!
Marisa Berenson New York 1970 Photo by Bert Stern
Violet Desert via Sister Himalaya
Venus Necklace by Fabio Salini
Yellow & White Gold Ring by Carrera Y Carrera
Indian Ceremonial Hair Piece via Vogue Gioiello
Cuff Bracelet by Jaipur Gems
Choker by Anmol Jewellers of India
Peacock Brooch by Jaipur Gems
Matthew Williamson Peacock Skirt
Revelation Sapphire and Diamond Earrings by Jewellery Theatre
Sapphire and Diamond Ring by Tiffany's
Blue Waterfall by Sister Himalaya
Art Deco Waterfall Earrings by Cartier
Photo by Fabrizio Ferri Vogue Italia 1989
Gold and Mother of Pearl Earrings by Fabio Salini
Black and White Diamond Mosque Ring by Sevan
Zebra Diamond Brooch by Jar
Pearl and Diamond Necklace Source unknown
Diamond , Pearl and Gold Ring by Sylvie Corbelin
Gold and Black Mosque via Sister Himalaya
I love Jewellery! No need for an explanation or a story, the pieces speak for themselves.
Bling it on xo
Some Sources
www.vogue.it
www.fabiosalini.com
www.sisterhimalaya.tumblr.com
Looks like My Soul x
DI∆MOND ST∆R