Got the hump

Like many women, we have recently been lusting over Caroline Issa's new capsule collection for LK Bennett.  Her limited edition range of shoes and bags are both striking and delicate, and are apparently inspired by traditional Thai embroidery.  However, we couldn't help noticing the distinct similarity between her collection and a Rajasthani camel.  We have long been inspired by the traditional tassels that they adorn their camels with in Rajasthan and now we can adorn ourselves in a similar fashion. Awesome.

Caroline Issa for LK Bennett.  

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Pink is the Navy Blue of India

The Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur contains one of the most impressive palaces in Rajasthan and is one of my favourite buildings in India.  It is quite simply, breathtaking.  A perfect setting therefore, for the beautiful photographs of Norman Parkinson which currently reside there in a stunning exhibition. 

Norman Parkinson was Vogue's star photographer in the 1950's and when they suggested that he went to India for a photo shoot,  he jumped at the opportunity.  He instinctively knew that the readers of Vogue would want to see not only the fashion, but also the country and so he embarked on the project with the plan to take typical western style fashion photographs whilst making sure that the colour and texture of India also played a starring role.  His instincts were spot on and the marriage of the two worked perfectly with the clothes blending in beautifully to their surroundings.  The results, which you can see below, are truly special.

All images from tasveerarts.com

Alpine Dreams

Every year without fail, during this lull between Christmas and New Year, I start fantasising about heading to the mountains and installing myself in a beautiful log cabin.  Think exposed wood, roaring fires, fur throws, hot chocolate, fair isle knits- the whole works.  This year, my day dreaming has been fuelled further by Ralph Lauren Home's 'Alpine Romance' range.  Just dreamy.

All images from Ralph Lauren