A feather in one's....skirt.

I've always been a big fan of the website P.S I Made This by Erica Domesek and is a D.I.Y. & style expert who lives in NYC.

Erica's creative motto is: "I see it. I like it. I make it." and what's great is most of her D.I.Y. projects are very simple to make.

My favorite is the feather skirt on the left.

All you have to do is get your favorite feather trim and a skirt to match. And then glue and wrap it all the way up - starting from the bottom.

A friend of mine had a really cute dress made out of feathers and I think making one would be great fun and won't break the bank.

Check out Erica's website - P.S I made this for more fun D.I.Y. ideas.

Fashion faux paws

I just found these fab animal inspired faux fur accessories called SpiritHoods. These unique handcrafted hoods are made in L.A and what’s great is that no animals were harmed – it is 100% faux fur and from what I hear it feels and looks real. These quirky hoods have been spotted on quite a few celebs like Ke$ha, Katy Perry, Vanessa Hudgens, Fergi & Pink to name a few.

SpiritHoods also believe in the conservation and protection of animals, and they’re helping out by donating a portion of their online proceeds from their ‘Product Blue’ line that help rehabilitate and protect that particular animal.

The Polar Bear SpiritHood is for people who tend to look out for those around them. The Caretaker. They are focused and goal driven, knowing what they need and doing whatever it takes to get it.

The Leopard SpiritHood is for people who are able to blend in to many different circumstances with ease. People with the Leopard spirit find comfort in many different social situations yet also appreciate being alone. Often territorial and protective the Leopard naturally commands respect, without needing to demand it.

It's an accessory that expresses your wild nature. I think I’m going to get myself a ‘Snow Leopard’ or ‘Black Cat’.

Dubai's got Sole.

'Most people look at sneakers and just see a pair of shoes. But some see a statement, a stance and a declaration. Our aim is to give them a platform.' - these are the opening lines of Sole DXB's Manifesto. Sole DXB is a forum created by three sneaker enthusiasts, Hussain Moloobhoy, Joshua Cox and Kris Balerite, through which sneaker buffs all over the U.A.E. can communicate, share opinions and inspirations, and set new trends for the region.

I had a blast at Sole DXB's first event - which was also the first ever Sneaker Summit in Dubai. There were some great kicks from Puma, Adidas, Nike and others. The event also had some great live performances by Dubai-based bands like Beat Antenna and Noush Like Sploosh, and also featured the Middle East’s debut screening of the documentary ‘The Mystery of Flying Kicks’.

If you live in Dubai you know that events like these are slowly starting to create and cultivate the art/fashion scene, which was previously non-existent. And it's great to see so many people show up and support such events. Slowly but surely, I think Dubai is headed in the right direction. And it's events like these that help to push it there.

Origami meets fashion

I love quirky accessories, and this Orishiki bag by Japanese designer Naoki Kawamoto fits

the bill. “Orishiki” is a hybrid word “Ori ”, taken from Origami, Japanese paper-folding

art, and “Shiki ” taken from Furoshiki, Japanese traditional wrapping cloth large enough

to wrap and transport goods.

This bag is great for avid travelers as it can be laid out flat taking up very little space in

your suitcase. Naoki Kawamoto has also designed a similar looking suitcase.

'Score 20 points for Gryffindor!'

I really love the dress Emma Watson wore to the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1.

This vintage feather lace dress by Rafael Lopez for Atelier Mayer is stylish and effortlessly chic. The Rafael Lopez style is described as a mélange of "The cool of England, the sensuality of Italy, the force of Spain and the chic of France" and I can see why. I’m not sure what I like more, the front, back or just the way she’s paired this dress with simple Charlotte Olympia pumps, a poppy pin for Remembrance Day and her ultra cute pixie haircut.

Emma has evolved into a style icon and has recently been on the cover of Vogue, Marie Claire and Dubai based Viva magazine.

Screw Prada, the Devil wears these.....

Nothing can transform an outfit like a pair of killer heels! And these are killer heels! The colorful, edgy hand-painted statement pumps designed by Taylor Reeve have just made it to the top of my lust-have list! She is a California-based artist who has worked with several companies including Quicksilver & Skull Candy. Taylor's art spans multiple platforms including shoes, canvases, surfboards and helmets. I found Taylor on Etsy where you can buy a pair of shoes, they're a bit expensive, but definitely worth it. And if you don't like the designs on the shoes (how could you not?), Taylor will customise it to suit your style.

I'm sure Taylor's going to get a lot more orders from Dubai - definitely one from me or my boyfriend *hint hint*

Tote for the day!

I love tote bags, because I seem to always have lots of non-purse-able items that I absolutely need to carry with me (which of course I never use). I guess I'm one of those 'what if' people! I'm not always like that though for example when I'm at a club I'll most likely only have my keys & debit card on me.

Anyway one of my fashionable & super talented friends wore this bag out to a club and as soon as I saw it I knew it belonged on my blog! She got it a couple of years ago at Universal Studios. But if you want to save yourself the trip you can also get it online.