model citizen

"The 24-year-old Aussie has made her mark because of her innocent, child-like appearance."

 "There's a real trend for this doll-like look, a childish look, with a look of knowing behind it. It reflects childishness as well in fashion. The sex thing has had its day. Fashion is now reverting to all kinds of shorts and patchwork, playsuits and really bright color." ~Tatler Fashion Editor Anne Bromilow

Gemma Ward was born November 3, 1987, in Perth, Australia. Despite her ravishing looks, the golden-haired green-eyed beauty never set out to be a fashion model. In fact, she was discovered by accident when she attended a taping of the Australian television show, Search for a Supermodel in 2002. As she recalls, “I came to watch my friends. I was sitting there in the crowd when the agent from Perth came over. I didn't even want to enter, it was a bit of chance. I was so shocked when I got my first job.” source
Also watch out for the release of "The Great Gatsby" which is to be out in theatres around December 2012, where we'll get to see Gemma Ward alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. 

Actually I can't wait to see this because I remember writing high school papers on this book and I'm also a fan of Leonardo DiCaprio. 

Let me know your thoughts...do you like Gemma Ward's look?  Do you agree with Anne Bromilow?  Will you be going to see "The Great Gatsby"?
ha sorry that's a lot of questions :P

xoxo Chiika 

the name of the game

Jennifer Lawrence in Prabal Gurung gold gown for the Hunger Games Premiere ~DOESN'T SHE LOOK AMAZING?

I've been hearing so much about the Hunger Games, and knew absolutely nothing about it so I googled it and thought I'd share what I found, not to mention share how absolutely gorgeous Jennifer Lawrence looked for the premiere of the movie.  She looked like an ethereal phoenix goddess, I really don't know how to describe her, except breathtaking!!!
Here's the background info
The Hunger Games is a young adult novel written by Suzanne Collins. It is written in first person and introduces sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen who lives in a post-apocalyptic world in the country of Panem where the countries of North America once existed. The Capitol, a highly advanced metropolis, holds absolute power over the rest of the nation. The Hunger Games are an annual event in which one boy and one girl aged 12 to 18 from each of the 12 districts surrounding the Capitol are selected by lottery to compete in a televised battle in which only one person can survive.
The Hunger Games is the first novel in The Hunger Games trilogy, followed by Catching Fire, and Mockingjay.
A film adaptation, co-written and co-produced by Collins herself and directed by Gary Ross, will be released worldwide on March 23, 2012. The film stars Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss, Josh Hutcherson as Peeta, and Liam Hemsworth as Gale.

Inspiration and origins
Collins says that the inspiration to write The Hunger Games came from channel surfing on television. On one channel she observed people competing on a reality show and on another she saw footage of the invasion of Iraq. The two "began to blur in this very unsettling way" and the idea for the book was formed. The Greek myth of Theseus served as basis for the story, with Collins describing Katniss as a futuristic Theseus, and that Roman gladiatorial games formed the framework. The sense of loss that Collins developed through her father's service in the Vietnam War also affected the story, whose heroine lost her father at age eleven, five years before the story begins. Collins stated that the deaths of the young characters and other "dark passages" were the hardest parts of the book to write, but she had accepted she would be writing such scenes. She considered the moments where Katniss reflects on happier moments in her past to be the more enjoyable passages to write.
source

please if anyone has read the books let me know how you liked them!!!! :)

hope everyone is having a fantastic day

XO Stephi

New Look spring/summer 2012

I want my look to be all New Look's spring and summer collection. Seriously you can't go wrong with these edgy prints, asymmetrical hemlines, sexy cutouts...*sigh* I'm just so happy :) hahaha

I think my favorite is the little crop top with the maxi skirt...although they're basically all my favorites...let me know which look you're into.

xoxoChiika

In Mint Condition

will you be following this trend?



Forever21 twill skinny pants, Tiny Hands scented mint chocolate chip ice cream cone necklace, etsy.com Knit Storm tea cup cozies, KiKi case kitten, Modcloth mint to be scarf, Revlon minted nail polish, Arizona Green Tea with Ginseng and Honey, Dualit 2 slice toaster mint green, Asos pyramid metal tip clutch, River Island light green peep toe bow shoes, Micargi Tahiti Beach Cruiser mint green, Forever21 eyelet rosette hair clip, River Island montone playsuit

Hi my beautiful friends :)

Spring is in the air, and we're just a hop, skip, and jump away from summer. One trend I'm really looking forward to rocking is pastel colors! They're just so fresh and so clean clean...and yes i just sung that last part :) anywhooo I believe my obsession will only be satisfied with a healthy dose of mint (and by healthy I mean a Greek sized portion).  Surprisingly my wardrobe is seriously lacking in the aforementioned color...it's actually quite shocking *.* needless to say I'm on the hunt. So above are some of my favorite items that I'm craving, and i hope it inspires you to indulge a bit in mint, even if it is just for a double scoop ice cream :)

Let me know what you're craving for spring!!!

xoxo Chiika

color blocking woman to the rescue!

photo credit ~ Tommy Ton

What they're wearing...

Brunette:

cape, miu miu

blouse, carven

skirt, jason wu

clutch, tommy hilfiger

Blonde:

jumper, jil sander

pants, j brand

clutch, marni

Color blocking woman to the rescue!!! ok i need something a lil' snappier than that.  If you come up with a good super hero name, please comment below hahaha

I'm really into the brunette's look, it's so super hero-ish, I think I could take on the world with an outfit like that...let me know what you think

xoxoChiika

eat your mango, and wear it too ;)

Hey my lil' swedish berries :)

I just thought I'd share my favorite looks from MANGO's spring/summer collection 2012.

Let me know what you think.

xoxoChiika

Marni for H&M

Mark your calendar ladies!!! March 8th, Marni's spring collection for H&M launches in select stores :) The line is comprised of earthy hippy dippy colors, from camel brown, to sage green, maroon, and navy blues, 70's inspired prints that i promise will trip you out :), funky chunky jewelry , and of course the latest trend sequined collar necklaces. You're bound to feel like you've traveled back in time.

xoxoChiika

all kinds of hot!

I just had to share these pics of Rihanna and Kate Moss at London Fashion Week...oh my goodness they look absolutely stunning in these ultra sexy dresses!

xoxoChiika

alice + olivia NYFW

Hey darlin's ^.^

OK I'm just going to get into it....I'm in lo-ooove!! It was love at first sight I would have to say...and the feeling is mutual...no it's not a man, it's "alice + olivia" fall collection 2012.  hahaha it's basically the same feelings though, just as if you met the man of your dreams...my heart fluttered, my pupils enlarged and I couldn't pull my eyes away *.*

I'm so impressed by Stacy Bendet's collection, powerful, edgy, ultra-femme, glamorous, are just a few words I would use to describe the line.

I love everything from the peplum dresses, the sequined gowns with edgy cropped leather jackets, the 60's silhouettes, girly frocks, lace backless dresses, tailored suits, and the intense jewel tone colors.

I'm also a fan of the dark smokey eye and the dark plum lips.

I know you're going to fall in love too :)

xoxoChiika

under my umbrella..ella...ella

Yup that's right...Rihanna for the Giorgio Armani spring summer collection 2012.  She's absolutely stunning, and i love the black and white photos :)

xoxoChiika

Kurt Geiger spring/summer 2012

Ok how gorgeous are these??  My favorite are the last pair...the color, the studs, the straps...aaaah this is true love :)  Which ones do you like?

xoxoChiika

on top...topshop that is

Hi my beautiful friends :)
A glimpse of Mary Katrantzou’s capsule collection for Topshop. The nine-piece range features all the London-based designer's trademarks – think busy floral prints, splashes of color and avant garde structured items. Mary’s line is inspired by English country gardens, Asian inspired florals and ornaments, to name just three. The collection hits stores nationwide and the web on 17th February.

i  like the flower print leggings, let me know what you think of the line

xoxoChiika