
Saturday, 12 December 2009
Rob Ryan Wall Decal

Thursday, 10 December 2009
The Candle Company

My mother reminded me on a phone call yesterday that I have actually moved 18 times in the past 12 years. Wow! Through the years I've learned a few tricks about making a house a home. For a simple way to make your place cozy I recommend candles. Candles really warm up a room, and there is such a welcoming feeling when a candle is burning. I know when I go to Maura's apartment, she always has a candle lit in the kitchen and in her family room. The scents can be so pleasant and really lend in making a relaxed environment.
Lyndhurst Terrace is home to probably the best candle boutique in town; The Candle Company. Filled with every shape, size, colour, scent and accessorie imaginable... tea lights, tin candles, jar candles.....They also carry some of the most fragrant oils and oil burners like Ginger Lily and Sandalwood that are sure to make your apartment smell fresh!
I'm down to unpacking my last few boxes. I will definitely be heading over to The Candle Company to pick up some candles over the weekend. The best part is, if I can't make it out, The Candle Company offers delivery service so I can just place my order online!
By the way, candles make a great Holiday gift for just about any girl whethere it be your mom, mother-in-law, friend or even colleague!
The Candle Company
11 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2545 0099
Wednesday, 9 December 2009
Backcombing, Hairspray and Big Big Hair


Inspiration: Your Work Space

Friday, 4 December 2009
Exclusive Interview - Piecco




Piecco (who previously worked in the banking industry) creates beautiful handbags made from exotic animal skins in amazing colors and textures. He currently has two lines: Haute Couture and Merci Dani. The Haute Couture Collection is all about being unique so when you order a bag from this collection you will sit down with Piecco and determine the concept and design for the bag. The Merci Dani Collection takes inspiration from the bags that are created in the Haute Couture collection. We love his clutches that are inspired by your own mobile phone number – so creative!
Piecco is such a great personality that we couldn’t write about his bags without interviewing him. We suggest heading to his new studio on On Wo Lane (NoHo) to really get the full Piecco experience. We guarantee he will make it entertaining for you!
Question 1:
Sassy: Why did you decide to leave the financial world for a career in the fashion/handbag industry?
Piecco: The decision wasn't really made by myself... I believe when the right time comes, you will mostly know and grab on to it. It's very simple in Chinese, 春來草自生
Question 2:
Sassy: What is your favourite piece from your new collection?
Piecco: I like the "Diana clutch" as it's easy to carry, dress up/dress down and it is very multi-functional.
Question 3:
Sassy: What type of girl carries a Piecco handbag?
Piecco: I would say a girl with an open mind who likes to explore new things. My handbags are about concept, texture and color (including my black bags as they are different shades of black). I believe it takes time to see what they really are and that's why there is a description card in every bag.
Question 4:
Sassy: What is your must have fashion essential?
Piecco: Pink cotton shirt, white sailor pants, funk bright Addidas sneakers and of course a "piecco".
Since the quality is great the clutches are not cheap but we can think of a million ways to justify having one of his little black clutches - we are in love!
piecco - First Floor, Number Eight, On Wo Lane, NoHo
Monday, 30 November 2009
Sonia Rykiel for H&M


Party Dresses at Karen Millen




Friday, 27 November 2009
Holiday Gifts for the Metro Guy

Hermes Playing Cards
With the Hermes Playing Cards he will be able to bring style to the game. He’ll be King of the table and impress his buddies with these attractive cards. This posh set comes with two decks and each is lined in silver. His game of Texas Hold-Em is sure to improve with these luxe cards. Hermes carries an array of styles.
Cost:$620
Where to Buy: Hermes Hong Kong: Pacific Place and The Galleria Shops

The Metrosexual Guide to Style:
If you’re guy can’t walk past the mall without taking a peak inside, loves to be spoiled and pampered, thinks that he must always be sporting the latest fashions, then The Metrosexual Guide to Style by Michael Flocker is the ultimate lifestyle gift for him. This savvy handbook is loaded with tips from travel, fitness and grooming to décor and dining. He’ll get all kinds of advice , do’s and don’ts on topics such as etiquette and even romance. After reading this book he will certainly be well polished!
Cost: Approx $116
Where to Buy: www.amazon.com Dymocks and Book-a-zine
Messenger Bag:The Louis Vuitton Utah Messenger Bag is uber chic and multifunctional. Whether he needs to carry files from work or wants to use it as a carry-on when he jets sets to the trendiest Asian destinations; this bag will compliment his outfit as well as his daily needs. Finished with antique polished brass pieces and a discrete LV stamped monogram, this masculine bag is one he will get lots great use of.
Cost:$18,000
Where to Buy: Louis Vuitton Stores
Holiday Gifts for the Creative Guy
Art Jamming Session:His creative juices will flow as he spends a few hours unleashing his inner Picasso! Art Jamming provides all the necessaries to make his vision come to life: the paint, brushes, canvas , and even some music to set the mood. It doesn’t matter if he is talented or challenged when it comes to painting, this is a great gift for any guy who wants to chill out and unwind. Warning, he may come home with “artwork” that he thinks will be perfect for over the family room couch!
Price: $400 - $1200
Where to Buy: Art Jamming, 123 Wellington Street, Central, 2541-8816
Photography Lessons:The Hong Kong skyline screams out “take my picture!” HK is the perfect place to take a photography lesson. With some of the world’s most incredible buildings and gorgeous beaches like Shek-O it is definitely the ideal setting for the novice learner.
Price: Varies depending on private or group lesson
Where to Buy: www.hongkongphotographic.com

Cooking Classes:
What is better than a guy who can cook?! The YWCA offers all kinds of cooking courses like Chinese, Thai, and even baking homemade bread. He will absolute love learning the latest culinary secrets to help him create the most delicious dishes.
Price: $280-$440
Where to Buy: YWCA, 3/F 1 MacDonnell Road, Central, 3476-1340
Holiday Gifts for Dad
For the New Dad:Jogging Stroller
If Daddy likes to exercise and spend time with baby, then he is going to love a great jogging stroller. Baby will enjoy a nice ride and probably nod off to sleep while Dad gets the chance to burn those extra calories. Jogging strollers are great for HK because they are durable enough to handle all the bumps, curbs and steps along the way.
Visit Bumps To Babes to find the make and model of your choice. For location information go to www.bumpstobabes.com

For Your Dad:
Sony Digital Photo Frame
Your father will be moved when you give him a digital photo frame pre-loaded with pics of you and him. We promise this frame will go straight to his desk at the office and he will be the proud poppa showing all his colleagues the photos of Daddy and Daughter!
$700
www.amazon.com

For Any Dad:
Cooper Cooler Wine Chiller
Not only does this chiller get a bottle of wine cooled in less than 6 minutes, in only 1 minute it gets a beer can ice cold. For the wine enthusiast this may be the ultimate gift. This is a fantastic gift that any guy from your own father to your boss will love.
Approx $600
www.amazon.com
Thursday, 26 November 2009
Holiday Gifts for the Gadget Guy
Wired Magazine Subscription

This will surely be his go to guide for up and coming things to hit the tech, business, media and entertainment market in 2010.
If your guy is addicted to his iPhone then this gift should top your holiday list for him this year. The SONOS S5 speaker delivers music to one room of your home without ever having to dock your iPhone in a console. You can control the music from your iTunes library via your iPhone and you also have access to thousands of free Internet stations throughout the world.
Now as girls we will never understand the need for the Slim version of Playstation 3 when they already have the "not so slim" one but the men do, which is why this is a great holiday gift this year. Giving the gift of video games really ups your cool factor with him and we are positive he will be bragging to all his friends about how "in the know" you are when it comes to gaming systems.
Holiday Gifts for the Executive Guy


If you can’t bear to buy another cufflink this year then give him this Thomas Pink Cufflink Box so he can store all the fantastic cufflinks you have bought him over the years. Not only will it look great on his nightstand but it will also save time in the morning (which means getting to the office sooner) since he will no longer have to go rumbling around to find a matching pair.
Selection of Big Business DVDs

Even on the weekends the executive guy is usually thinking about the office so get him a collection of DVD’s that he can relax to while thinking about big business at the same time. Any selection of the following movies will be a hit for any corporate man in your life. (P.S. we suggest getting the Blu-ray versions if he has a Blu-ray DVD player)
Thanksgving Inspiration
A typical Thanksgiving for me back at home (Miami, Fl.) would be a day spent with my family. Every year since I can remember my family and I go to my Aunt Caryn's house for an afternoon and evening filled with laughing, food, and story telling. We always gather around the table and share the things we are most thankful for. Year after year the menu never changes(traditions)...turkey and stuffing, Granddad's famous mashed potatoes, Aunt Caryn's sweet potato casserole, Mom's delicious deviled eggs, Grandma's secret recipe baked beans, and lots and lots of Aunt Caryn's homemade pies (apple, pecan, pumpkin). I'm already full just thinking about it!
This year I will be celebrating with friends at the American Club, then off to Maura's where she and her husband Paul are hosting a gathering in their apartment complete with turkey, green beans, sweet potatoes and of course pumpkin pie! I'm sure that just like "home" there will be lots of laughing and memories to be made.
If I had the space in my apartment to have people over, these images would definitely be my decorating inspiration.




Photos Courtesy of : Martha Stewartand Country Living
Wednesday, 25 November 2009
Exclusive Interview: HK Fashion Geek



Tuesday, 24 November 2009
I am Thankful for - Cocktails!

Monday, 23 November 2009
Pre-Christmas Luxury Emporium at FINDS

Why buy when you can rent?
So we all learned about Bag Borrow or Steal in Sex and the City where you can rent fabulous bags without the designer price tag attached. Well, now there is a company (sorry Hong Kong - it is just in the US) that is helping girls out with their attire too! ShopitUPchic.com is a virtual closet where you can rent clothes for almost any occasion imaginable.
There are three membership levels (I Have To Have It, I Need It and I Want IT) and you are charged monthly from $19.99-$39.99. Each item can be kept for 10-20 days depending on your membership level.
I love this concept for party dresses since I always find myself wanting to wear a different one to each party/wedding I attend. With a website like ShopitUPchic.com I could wear a new dress for each occasion without shelling out loads of cash for something I will only wear once.
Now, the website is missing a FAQ section so I am still wondering what happens if you spill a glass of red wine down the front of your rental dress which has been known to happen to me!
Sunday, 22 November 2009
The perfect gift for the man who has everything?

Friday, 20 November 2009
Heart by Ban.do



Thursday, 19 November 2009
My Favourite Winter Garment: The Jacket!




