SUPER SMOOTH

How fantastic is this wall?

 I'm kind of obsessed with street art, and I'm lucky there is so much of it in Los Angeles to feast the senses. I happened upon this Super Smooth art right by my local Thai restaurant. I'm not sure who the artist is, but if any of you LA readers have a clue, do let me know.

Mr. Sykes and I shot these pics and headed next door for some Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup.

It was a really hot day, but I can never get enough Tom Yum regardless of the weather! I also managed not to splash any on this gorgeous white dress, which was nothing short of a miracle!

Dress: The Reformation, Shoes: Kurt Geiger

Purse: LF (similar here), Earrings: Pamela Love

INTO THE BLUE

In our house, Sunday is a day for Skyping with family back in England. I manage to accomplish all sorts of things as I video chat. I'm talking doing the laundry, handling paperwork, gardening - I'm quite the multitasker even if I do say so myself!

I was putting this outfit together as I chatted it up with my Mama last Sunday and she exclaimed "Ooh, loving your Peplum Blouse!"

I gotta tell you that made me so happy. My Mum is my No.1 fashion icon and a nod of approval from her always means so much.

I too am loving this peplum look, I think the cobalt blue is so fierce and the opening in the back is a cool little detail. Speaking of backs, this is my first backpack/rucksack in about 10 years and like Jonah in 21 Jump Street, I'm rocking two straps!

Top: Zara, Denim Cutoffs: The Reformation (similar here)

Shoes: Kurt Geiger, Bag: Nasty Gal

Necklace: Pamela Love

THRILLER

 

I couldn't believe my luck when I came across this vintage Michael Jackson Thriller T-shirt, whilst trawling the pages of Etsy recently. I guess one person's garbage is another's treasure!

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Michael Jackson's Bad album release. 25 years of Smooth Criminal and Man In The Mirror (my personal favorites). 

As a massive MJ fan, I am so excited about Spike Lee's documentary chronicling the making of the Bad album. It screens on ABC on Thanksgiving Day. But for those who can't wait (like me), it is playing now in New York and Los Angeles

I had a lot of fun messing around with these pics using the Comic Life app on my MacBook Pro and the results make me wanna sing - Hee Hee!

T-Shirt: Vintage, Shorts: The Reformation

Shoes: Chloe (similar here and here), Glasses: Super Sunglasses

SCHOOL DAZE

How cool is this school? (Yes, I am a poet!)  

Mr. Sykes and I pass this wall art pretty much everyday, as we walk our pooch Baxter. It always induces a smile from me, with it's multi cultural characters and positive message. 

"In our dreams we hear birds..."

Blouse: Equipment. Leather shorts: The Reformation.

Shoes and Bag: Alexander Wang.

Watch: Michael Kors. Skull Necklace & Claw Cuff: Pamela Love.

IN THE CITY

I just had to take my new purse for a stroll around the City today. Though when I get something new that I really love, I'm always afraid I'm going to ruin it immediately. Like falling head first into a muddy puddle or something. Luckily there was no such incident and we made it home safely!

I've owned the bird necklace for a few years now, I bought it in LA at the now defunct Kaviar and Kind. However, Kathy Rose (formally of K and K) has an amazing new store named Roseark, with all kinds of delectable jewels on offer. The spike earrings are Pamela Love

This dress by The Reformation makes me feel feminine and girly, but the open back and splits in the front bring a bit of naughty spice to the look. Meow!

I'm a big fan of chunky sandals, something with a bit of meat on the bones. These 

ones by Dolce Vita fit the bill.

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Mr. Sykes and I spent a lovely afternoon wandering New York Botanical Garden. It got me excited for getting my green finger on, when I get back to LA in a few weeks.

Top: Nasty Gal. Shorts: Vintage Levi's by The Reformation.

Shoes: Alexander Wang. Bag: Alexander Wang.

Sunglasses: The Row (Similar here).

Jewelry: Pamela Love