Kitty: Why 🌶? Charlotte: The Basque Edition is inspired by the Espelette Peppers which I see dried and hanging in bars, restaurants and outside houses in Briattiz. Biarritz is my favourite place in the world so it was always going to inspire my designs. It is the place where I feel the most relaxed and where I always sleep the best - I have so many fond memories of sitting outside of restaurants in the sunshine with family and friends surrounded by these peppers. I just enjoy being able to inject these memories into the designs.
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 Few years ago, I received a jewellery box from a friend as a gift of being her bridesmaid. I used the jewellery box for many years. I put my earrings and rings in the box. However, it was so messy and it was difficult to search for the jewellery from the box. Few weeks ago, I got a few new pieces from a jewellery shop and each jewellery came with a separate box. It was a waste to just throw away the boxes, so I custom made a jewellery "drawer" that suits my need. How: I grab some existing foams from other packaging. I use a scissor to cut the shape to fit the jewellery. Each box has their own purpose, for rings, for pearl earrings, for hoop earrings, for bigger rings and for silver earrings. Easy peasy.  
 Details of the outfit: Bandeau: Hara, sustainable bamboo intimates brand, using bamboo fabric and OEKO-TEX 100certified Pearl Bracelet: Katy Faye, all of their pieces are made of quality 14k gold-filled metal. (Use discount code Kitty10 at check out) Gold necklace: Ottoman Hands, all of their pieces are made of 21ct gold-plated recycled brass, part of a circular economy! Hoop Earrings: Ottoman Hands Pearl Necklace: Ottoman Hands all of their pieces are made of 21ct gold-plated recycled brass, part of a circular economy! Ring: Charlotte's Web Bag: O My Bag, leather is tanned without the use of harmful chemicals and has no synthetic top finish        After graduating from university (majoring in environmental related subject), I wanted to take some time off to explore the place I have seen a lot in documentaries when I was a kid - the Amazon. I participated in a scientific research internship in the Amazon Rainforest for 9 months and study the ecological value of different forest types. In my study area, there were regenerating forest, primary forest, and bamboo forest. Different forest types have different ecological functions and values. All of them are unique and special. The experience in the Amazon changed the way I see nature. I see nature as a system of different individuals interacting with each other and thriving together. And we, human, are benefiting from that system. For example, the bandeau and undie I am wearing is made of bamboo fabric. It contains an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal bio-agent that makes the product odour-resistant. It is soft and gentle for sensitive skin. This is a good example of the many benefits nature provides. Details of the outfit: Bandeau: Hara, sustainable bamboo intimates brand, using bamboo fabric and OEKO-TEX 100certified Undie: Hara Pearl Bracelet: Katy Faye, all of their pieces are made of quality 14k gold-filled metal. (Use discount code Kitty10 at check out) Gold necklace: Ottoman Hands, all of their pieces are made of 21ct gold-plated recycled brass, part of a circular economy! Earrings: Aurate (Use discount code kittyunofficial20 at check out)   On this Women’s Day, I would like to encourage you beauties to practice self-love and build a healthy relationship with yourself. Here are some tips from me 1. Spend quality time with yourself Don’t be embarrassed to go to a meal just by yourself. Nobody really cares, and if they do, it is none of their business and you don’t really care if they care. 2. You are your own priority Don’t be afraid to say ‘no’ to other’s suggestions. Go with your flow and don’t do stuff just to please somebody. Please yourself instead. 3. Do stuff that makes you happy Save time for yourself to do stuff that makes you happy. And you can do it just by yourself. Believe it or not, I was DIY-ing my jewellery drawer last weekend happily. 4. Get a gift for yourself The last gift I got myself was a pair of leopard print Valentino gloves, I got it half price when it was on sales at Net-a-Porter. It was the last pair in my size! I was so happy. I have really cold fingers during winter and these gloves keeps me warm. I will make sure I look after them well and use them forever. #buylesschoosewell 5. Believe in yourself There is always ups and downs in life. Otherwise, you would not understand what is true happiness. Therefore, you must be your biggest cheerleader when you are at your lowest. Tell yourself how good you are and be positive! Never depend on others to love you. Love yourself as if you are the princess in Frozen. |
