Jaw-Dropping Jewellery - The Kinetic Collection by Ruifier

Honest to God, I could stare at this incredible jewellery all day. The Kinetic Collection by designer fine jewellery brand, Ruifier, is utterly captivating. They've used technology to create a mechanism that keeps a semi-precious stone in constant movement, creating a magical aura and what's basically a mini light show thanks to the refractions from the gorgeous gems.

Jump from Paper - Too Cute Totes

I am in LOVE. These amazing bags are totally real, completely useable and so unbelievably cute! They're from a brand called Jump From Paper and are officially my new favourite things. 

Tour the New Karl Lagerfeld London Store

As anyone who reads my Huffington Post blog will know, I recently had the pleasure of a tour of the brand spanking new European flagship store for Karl Lagerfeld on London's Regent Street, and I'm pleased to report that it didn't disappoint.

Valentine's Day Accessories - A Nod to Love

Whether you're full out celebrating or just giving a romantic nod to l'amour, these great love themed

accessories are great for Valentine's Day and beyond.

Rodnik x Peanuts for Selfridges

A couple of years back I wrote about "fashion rogues" the Rodnik Band and their wearable art pieces. Since then, they've produced a much more commercial collection for ASOS and now they're injecting their warmth and humour into this exclusive Rodnik x Peanuts collection for Selfridges.

Cheer Up Company Cushions

I'm not generally a fan of Union Jack stuff but this really made me smile. How cute is this handmade felt covered cushion by Karen Hilton for

Russell & Bromley Embellished Black Leather Wrist Cuff

People seem to think fashion and beauty bloggers are constantly showered with gifts and freebies by brands and - whilst this may be true for some of the blogging big guns - this really isn't the norm. So, when you do get a special treat arrive either in the mail or in a goody bag after an event, it's always a lovely surprise (well, most of the time - I still need to find a home for the acne treatment I was given once...).

I was recently given this stunning Russell & Bromley embellished leather cuff - although not actually by the brand themselves - in a goody bag and absolutely adore it. Leather, studs, beading, bling - what's not to love?!  So me and such a great gift. It seems their website is under wraps until later this season so if you want to catch this cuff in person, try Russell & Bromley stores or check back soon at www.russellandbromley.co.uk

Sister by Sibling Make The Best Hats & Scarves EVER

I LOVE THESE SOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!! And in case anyone's wondering (like I did), yes those awesome pom poms are faux fur - and detachable too although who'd want to take them off? They're OUTSTANDING.  

The whole edgy Sister by Sibling fair isle-skull-mouse-leopard print patterned knit thing is *so* awesome in fact that a very naughty high street retailer has attempted to rip it off. Not cool at all. Get yourself geared up for AW12 with the originals now before they're gone (they're already on low stock).

Sister by Sibling Fair Isle Leopard Double Pom Pom Hat, £190 and Fair Isle Leopard Double Scarf, £175 both at www.asos.com. 

PS. Click here to check out their SS12 sale stuff too - LOVE the HATE t's and jumpers :)

Cheesey pics courtesy of www.asos.com

Alexander McQueen High Shine Visors for AW12

Robot nation? Welder chic? I don't know what you'd call accessorising your look with a new high shine Alexander McQueen visor but I do know it's SUPER HOT. The official line for this key AW12 accessory is 'Beautiful Future' which I can run with but fashion aside, on a practical level it's great for blocking all those nasty, ageing UV rays from a lot more of your face than sunglasses. I'm not sure it's one for the round-of-face like me (sad face) but whatever, I still love it. £270 from various retailers or buy online from www.alexandermcqueen.com

Cute Candy Store Cases Launch In UK

I saw the new Candy Store range of accessories all made from colourful, lightweight silicone yesterday and came away with this fab little mirror compact (£10). The US brand has just launched in the UK and includes make up bags (£20) and coin purses (£9) too which the wipe-clean fabric lends itself to perfectly and all close with this super cute bobble snap clasp. They're relatively cheap and very, very cheerful. Me likey!

www.candystorestyle.com

Swarovski's Hello Kitty Bow Drop Earrings Reduced!

TOO CUTE. CAN'T DEAL.

Swarovski have just reduced these purrrrfect glittering crystal Hello Kitty drop earrings for pierced ears, featuring the iconic bow in red - now reduced to £30.50 and available from Swarovski stores.

Kate Spade New York Launches Bold New Bedding Range

Kate Spade New York is on a mission to bring their company philosophy - 'Live Colourfully' - into every aspect of our lives. Clothing - check, Accessories and footwear - check, check, Stationery - check, china, glasses, crockery and general home wares - check, check, check. Now there's also the newly launched Kate Spade New York bed linens to add to their lifestyle range too. 

Bold prints and colours (like the Florence Broadhurst Japanese Floral monochrome motifs featured above) mingle with pretty embroidery in oh-so-NY fonts on pillows, quilts, shams - everything you could need to bring a bit of character and charm to your bedroom. As regular readers will know, I'm a big Kate fan so am hoping this crosses the pond soon. 

Check it out on www.katespade.com 

Kipling's 'I AM' Bag Analysis Project featuring me!

It doesn't take an expert to work out that the contents of my handbag mean I carry too much stuff but when I was asked to take part in European bag and luggage brand Kipling's new 'I AM' campaign, where they would analyse the contents of my handbag from a photo, I thought it might be fun to see what all this stuff says about me and what's going on in my life right now (other than I need to edit).

So I tipped out my bag and, pictured above, boys and girls, is what I carry around with me - on a good day, at least. I'm still looking at this pic going "what? no tissues?? where are the pens?" etc. (I'm very much a 'just in case' kinda gal). I had to choose a word to describe what I was doing while I carried/lugged all this stuff about and finish the sentence 'I am...'.  After a lot more deliberation, discussion and thought than was probably necessary, I settled on 'I am pootling'. Cos that's what I do. I pootle. Simple as that.

When I have the professional's findings based on this photograph of one of my favourite handbags and the random toteable possessions contained within, I'll post them but for now, come get involved too! See the gallery of other bags pictured for the I AM project on Kipling's My Bag = I Am..? Pinterest board (mine's there to Like or Repin if you fancy), or submit your own via their Facebook page by clicking here.

PS. For anyone who's interested, the contents of my favourite (huge) old Marc by Marc Jacobs Aidan shoulder bag, are:- 

2 x notebooks from Artbox, Marc by Marc Jacobs turnlock coin purse, Gloomy Bear drawstring used as a mini make up bag and filled with a MAC eyeshadow quad compact, Benefit Bad Gal eyeliner, lippies from Chanel and Topshop Make Up, Nanoblur, Pixi Beauty concealer compact, Philosophy mineral powder foundation and MAC Wonder Woman lipstick (both now sadly discontinued), Marc Jacobs Lola solid perfume ring and it's little leather bag, Laura Mercier Coconut and Almond hand cream,  Coca-Cola flavoured Lip Smackers lip balm, Duane Reade aloe vera hand sanitiser, Philosophy Pure Grace roll on perfume, mock croc Marc Jacobs Oyster card holder, Fuji FinePix F600 EXR digital camera in a case from Artbox, giant Lip Smacker lip balm in Candyfloss, Extra chewing gum in Apple Pie flavour (nommmm), travel size leopard print compact Tangle Teezer hairbrush, Nintendo DS (I love a bit of Professor Layton), Power Monkey travel iPhone charger, Ugly Doll key chain, glasses and case from Warby Parker, Carmex Healing Lotion moisturiser, scraggy half used packet of Panadol, Scope breath spray, Caitlin Moran's 'How To Be A Woman' and my old iPad in its little Marc by Marc Jacobs Dreamy sleeping bag case.   Ow, my neck.  

Moby x Swatch Collaboration - 'Little Idiot' Watch

Awwwww... musician-slash-DJ-slash-artist, Moby has collaborated with Swatch to produce this limited edition 'Little Idiot' watch featuring his hand drawn doodles. Moby's sweet little alien illustrations are fun but still manage to echo his often melancholy musical leanings. Why so sad, Little Alien?

Strictly limited to 7,777 pieces worldwide, the Moby 'Little Idiot' watch is available now from selected Swatch outlets - see www.swatch.com for more info.

Geek Chic Pixelated Glasses Frames

Look what I spotted on TheFancy.com! The ultimate geek chic nerd glasses, these frames come with clear lenses perfect for all those hipsters who just wear specs as a fashion accessory rather than due to poor eyesight. $15 and available in a whole ton of colours, click here to check em out.

Wake Ya Neck! Eye Popping Costume Jewellery Necklaces

The pop colour jewellery trend just won't quit. It's a great way to experiment with bright new shades, neons or just to perk up a dull black outfit and add some personality. I love a bit of chunky costume jewellery and these examples are a great place to start.

Colourful as ever, Kate Spade New York has probably my favourite selection of eye-catching statement necklaces (just one example pictured left but there are loads more) and you can lock that look in with a matching ring, bangles and stud earrings too. J Crew's SS12 bubble necklace (pictured centre and available from www.net-a-porter.com) meanwhile is being royally ripped off across the High Street, and Zara's covetable neon lime affair, pictured right, at just £15.99 is a lot more affordable than very similar designs by the awesome Mr. Tom Binns.

Zara Black Rabbit Umbrella - Creepy or Cool?

Whaddya think? It's definitely a bit sinister but I'm kind of into the Tim Burton-esque vibe of Zara's Black Rabbit umbrella (£15.99).  It's without doubt an interesting take on brolly totes, with the added bonus of not being something you'll forget or get mixed up in a hurry, although if you're not still in school, it will make you look slightly deranged. But as regular readers of this blog will know, I don't mind that.

Kate Spade's Chelsea Tea Party - Flowers, Frocks & Fun in SW3

You know me, I love me some colourful Kate Spade so I was delighted to be invited along to their Afternoon Tea party yesterday to celebrate the Chelsea Flower Show at their Sloane Square outpost.

The sun shone on the Chelsea store which had filled it's already colourful windows and displays with some of the most beautiful orchids and floral arrangements, with bright silks, denims and my favourite leopard print shift peeking through like a scene from the fashion amazon.

I was so taken with photographing the fabulous new Spring/Summer 2012 collection - including the first Kate Spade swimwear line which has the most major prints - I didn't find time for any Cocomaya canape treats but I'm assured they were as mouth watering as the collection's juicy colour palette.

These are just a few snaps from the event - more on the collection later or check it out over on www.katespade.com

Global Hyper Color Style Phone Cases from Griffin - Rave On!

You know that saying about wanting to get your 'hot little hands' on something? Well, if you're one of those hot handed types (I'm not, I'm currently sat in my coat and considering lumping on a blanket as well it's so cold today) you'll certainly make an impact with these new colour changing iPhone cases from Griffin.

An extension of the technology made popular in the 90s by Global Hypercolor - those t-shirts that reacted to body heat, changing colour when and where they got warm - these iPhone / iPod Touch covers are a little piece of retro rave culture in your pocket. £24.95 from the Apple Store.

PS. I visited Global's design HQ as part of my school work experience and found a pair of Global Hypercolor jeans in the sample cupboard. THANK GOD those never made it into production - can you imagine?? There does definitely seem to be a bit of love about for the t-shirts again at the mo but having been there and literally having got the T-shirt, I think this is one 90s revival I'll swerve.

PUMA HC Hoody Backpack by Hussein Chalayan - PLEASE Bring This Out in the UK!

With this sell out (literally - it's totally sold out already - booo) hoody rucksack PUMA by Hussein Chalayan has come up with the ultimate urban street fashion accessory.  The HC Backpack (also, confusingly, referred to as the UM Backpack) means you no longer have to worry about that awkward hoody-coat-bag bundle at the back of your neck and can tote your laptop around in style too, with it's specially designed padded compartment.  Originally available as a US-only item, I'm really hoping PUMA re-release this worldwide, or at least in the UK.  Have a word, Hussein!