Fin – Week Ending Feb/27

In: Fin | On: 27 Feb, 2010

Fin | Alice via Model Couture

Part of my favorite editorial, via Model Couture

My summer holidays are coming to a close, this weekend marks the last weekend of freedom from studying and assignment – back I go on Monday. It is my final year which is pretty exciting, though I am going to be extremely busy…

Short Stories

Fin | Ruby Angels Coat

Ruby Angels Coat

I bought the Angels coat from Ruby, a splurge at $499 but I have no buyers remorse. I love it. I am lucky to have picked one up, as they seem to be flying out the door. ♦ One of my friends booked a room in Auckland’s Quadrant Hotel for her birthday on Friday night. I love hanging out in hotel rooms and drinking wine on balcony’s overlooking the city lights. Beautiful view. ♦

Fin | City Lights, Night Time View

via premshree on Flickr

My boyfriend and I are moving in together, and I’ve claimed my half of the walk in wardrobe. The majority of my things are still at my parent’s house, we are in the process of clearing out space and setting up a study. ♦ I have been cooking, this week I whipped up the perfect chili with baked kumara, falafel and hummus wraps (twice), and poached my first eggs. The boy always veers towards take aways/eating out, but I am enjoying developing my cooking skills – it’s also so much more healthy and economical. ♦

Fin | Manicure

OPI manicure

I had my first manicure, it was only $20 and they did such a great job I think I might start getting them more regularly. I’d rather they came out perfect every time, I’m a bit hit or miss with the nail brush. ♦

Favorite Links

How many times have you found yourself poking around in the fridge wondering if something has gone bad? You THINK it has…but you’re not quite sure. Shelf Life Advice.com is an amazing resource for resolving all those sorts of questions once and for all!
My post on Social Media in NZ Fashion, posted on the Social Media NZ blog. Give me some love!
Stop Getting Low-balled as a Blogger is an article worth a read. While I am not monetizing my blog, it is never too early to learn all that you can from the experts.
How to Use feminine Words that Sell via Copyblogger, useful for those blogging for a female audience.
How to be a luxurious lounge lizard, by the wonderful Cafe Fashionista.
I Just Made Love asks you to put your love making on the map. Would you?
I adore this breakfast print. Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day & I equate it with love and happiness.
This Vouge editorial, The Warrior Way, is gorgeous. It’s incredible the effect Avatar has had on fashion.

That’s all I have for this week, and now it’s your turn – share a short story. :] Until next week,

Joanne Faith

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Liz, on February 27th, 2010 at 2:42 pm Said:

Yay for moving in together. Its like a 24/7 slumber party

Joanne Faith, on February 27th, 2010 at 4:07 pm Said:

Liz – It’s pretty awesome!

szela, on February 28th, 2010 at 3:02 am Said:

i love that coat you just bought! it’s gorgeous – i can totally understand how you parted with $499 on it. (:

Julie, on February 28th, 2010 at 4:21 am Said:

I love the links that you post, so informative and fun n_n. Congrats on moving in together!

Luana, on February 28th, 2010 at 5:57 am Said:

Congrats on your post! I loved the IFB advice post for bloggers, lots of good tips on there. ALSO! It’ll be so interesting to see how things go living together with your guy, do share with us Reading about taking that step will help make it less scary for me (and others I’m sure)!

Couture Carrie, on February 28th, 2010 at 6:32 am Said:

Gorgeous post, darling!
Love your mani!

xoxox,
CC
.-= Couture Carrie´s last blog ..Craig McDean Faves =-.

Nenalata, on February 28th, 2010 at 2:59 pm Said:

I love that Ruby coat! If only it came in a size 14… T____T

Cafe Fashionista cafefashionista , on February 28th, 2010 at 3:20 pm Said:

Oh Joanne, this is one of the most perfect posts ever! The Alice in Wonderland editorial starring Natalia Vodianova has always been one of my favorites, as well. She truly channel’s Alice’s curious, ornery personality in each of the pictures!

And your OPI manicure is divine. I’ve never had a real manicure either – though you’ve made me long for one.

Thank you so much for featuring Cafe Fashionista on your Favorite Links of the week list, darling – you’ve truly made my day!!
.-= Cafe Fashionista´s last blog ..Smitten Saturday =-.

Lexy, on February 28th, 2010 at 6:39 pm Said:

EEK. That piece of that editorial is so amazing. I love the mood of it. I’ve never been a huge manicure person, but your post totally inspired me to give it a go. Your nails look fabulous and I’m such a fail when it comes to painting my own (um, like a million coats here and there kind of thaang). Thanks so much for stopping by!quirkyexplosion.blogspot.com

sarah hannah, on February 28th, 2010 at 6:52 pm Said:

your first mani! eeep how gorgeous! im always desperate for one, love them so so much!congrats on your moving in with the boy! its fun, i miss it!

Sabine, on March 1st, 2010 at 9:11 am Said:

What an amazing picture. Alice fever is everywhere! I have to admit I never had a manicure in my life, but ONE DAY! Wishing you a good start to your ‘working life’ and the new living situation!
.-= Sabine´s last blog ..Shades of Grey =-.

Clare, on March 1st, 2010 at 11:10 am Said:

Oh I love this Alice and Wonderland photo! So divine! Your manicure looks beautiful…Now I am off to check out your links!

Katie, on March 1st, 2010 at 2:02 pm Said:

GORGEOUS coat! So fabulous xo

Thats a nice view nice place to have some drinks. Oh I wish I enjoyed cooking ha I hate it haha

Asylum Dolly, on March 2nd, 2010 at 1:50 pm Said:

Congrats on moving in with your man! I hope it all goes beautifully
Gosh that photo of Auckland at night is puurdy…I so have to visit NZ!
I love that first pic too.
Thanks for the useful links!
.-= Asylum Dolly´s last blog ..I like to procrastinate with nonsensical wordplay… =-.

Marla Singer, on March 3rd, 2010 at 8:08 am Said:

love the alice in wonderland editorial! natalia v is gorgeous <3and your nail polish color is amazing =D

hauteworld, on March 3rd, 2010 at 8:57 am Said:

Beautiful jacket! Worth every penny I think. And good luck with your final school year… how exciting! Love your new nails by the way… gorgeous color!

Malcolm Disorda, on March 3rd, 2010 at 7:29 pm Said:

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