{work, work, work}

. . . being away means catching up on a few things upon returning, and so, a flurry of things early this morning and well into the afternoon, but after, there will be many new and exciting things here, and even after that, so many more beautiful things to share later on in the day . . . do stop in again if you like . . .

hope you're well,
xo

{p.s.} if you're just arriving:
* this week's give-away: a stunning crystal & 24 karat gold tray

{images: the startorialist}

{photography: behind the scenes}

. . . shall always and forever adore the quiet photographs taken behind the scenes, aware or not, in the midst of things or in one last moment of repose, and always with a certain sense of anticipation and excitement for the beautiful things that lay ahead . . .

{more favourite backstage moments:}
* amostpheric at lyell
* lipstick at prada
* gold heels at rodarte
* tiaras at chanel

{images: backstage at d&g, pucci, bottega veneta, gucci, jil sander, versace, blumarine autumn/winter 2010 collections via the love magazine}

{two lovely things: paper + lace}

{two lovely things:} a stylishly eco-friendly weekend bag made of completely recyclable water- and tear-proof paper, and a delicately beautiful dolce & gabbana white lace top perfect for sunny spring mornings . . .

{images: 1 - travel bag design by saskia & stefan diez via design shimmer; 2 - rosie tupper via a glamorous little side project}