31 Oct 2013

n a l l i c k

Big Dioptase

Amethyst cluster

Aventurine

Dioptase in stone

Pink Tourmaline in stone

Amazonite & Quartz

I really want one of these stunning stone necklaces by Nallik, definitely on my Christmas list. NALLIK is a word borrowed from the Inuit language and designer Jean Balke uses Inuit philosophy to inspire her work. Taking the notion of sustainability, which the Inuit’s hold so close, she uses raw, organic semi precious stones in her pieces which she has collected on her world travels. All the stones are handpicked and then turned into her distinctive modern jewellery in Jaipur or her home town of Berlin.

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M I N D vs M A T T E R

I'm a big believer in mind over matter as our mind is so powerful. It creates 'reality' in a sense, because what we think determines what we can and can't do. So if you have a positive MIND set then you can get through anything no MATTER the problem. I try and use this in my everyday life, it especially helps me in my yoga practice.

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30 Oct 2013

d u s t i n

Another beautiful track by Dustin :)

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t a n g l e d

thai tofu salad

Ingredients

1 tsp olive oil

1/2 block of tofu cut into cubes

1 clove of garlic, finely chopped

1 Tbsp rice vinegar

2 Tbsp coconut milk

1 Tbsp sesame oil

1/4 cup 100% orange juice

2 cups of spinach

1 carrot, peeled and shredded

2 cups shredded red cabbage

handful of sprouted chickpeas

2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

1/2 tsp of chilli flakes

salt + pepper

Directions

Cut tofu into cubes, finely chop garlic.

Prepare the dressing by combining the orange juice, salt, toasted sesame oil, chilli flakes and cilantro. Whisk to combine.

Prepare salad ingredients.

Heat oil over medium-high heat, sauté tofu and garlic , turning the tofu cubes until they are browned nicely on all sides. Add chickpeas until heated.

To serve, place baby spinach on a plate, top with tofu and salad, drizzle with the dressing.

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B + W

Anja, Kasia, Karmen backstage at
Stella McCartney S/S 12 via habitualbliss

Karlie Kloss leading the pack at
Cushnie Et Ochs S/S 14

Sasha Luss & Ava Smith backstage at
Jason Wu S/S 14

Lucas Nascimento, Spring 2014

Magdalena Frackowiak backstage at
Isabel Marant S/S 14

Nina Ricci S/S 2014

Givenchy S/S 2008 via habitualllll

via qhoral

Balenciaga F/W 13 runway details by Alexander Wang
via Down This Road

Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2013 Haute Couture

Anna Selezneva backstage at Alexander Wang
S/S 2010 RTW

Hérve Léger Spring 2011 via habitualbliss

Abbey Lee backstage at Sophia Kokosalaki
S/S 2010

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c a s a l o l a

Casa Lola , Quadrado in Trancoso, Brazil

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29 Oct 2013

e l e m e n t s

Cave homes, Cappadocia, Turkey

Cob interior via Moon to Moon

Indian Mud Hut, Mandawa, India

Richard Olsen handmade houses

Cob home stove

kassena village, tiébélé, burkina faso

These organic handmade homes from all around the world are stunning. Cob houses are made from mud, sand and other natural materials,the best part is their eco friendly and low impact on the environment. The most amazing feature is the intricate ornamentation that covers the dwellings, painted with coloured mud. The artwork highlights the designs and gives a truly unique character.

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