Daring, Darling, Delight!

I can't take it anymore!!

2011-10-23T11:48:00.000+09:00

That's it! I'm coming back!! I can't take it any more!!

I have been back in Australia for one year, busy getting my life back on track! But now I am settled and have a fabulous new job I can jump back on the blogging train!

Hopefully I have not lost too many followers and Im hoping I can meet some new ones :)

Looking forward to my first post back :)

xo
Aleisha

2010-10-03T19:40:00.002+09:00

Cherry Bomb

2010-08-15T21:09:00.000+09:00

Hello pretty people. As the weather is heating up and the air-conditioning is becoming cooler and stronger its getting particularly difficult to dress appropriately! Im sweating like crazy when I'm outside... then the minute I step indoors I'm freezing my butt of from the over powered refrigerator type temperatures!

Ahhh what's a girl to do? Buy a small jacket of course! I found this awesome faux leather jacket and fell in love! Cropped sleeves are perfect for this predicament and I guess as 'pretend' leather... it never gets too hot. Gio, my friend and repeating guest photographer, and I braved the incredible winds surrounding my apartment to attempt some outdoor shots. I live on reclaimed land, so we are surrounded by water which makes it almost impossible to style your hair without it falling out! So frustrating! But... I only have 2 weeks left here in Tokyo... so soon I can curl, straighten or pin up my hair anyway I like! haha. Oh the simple joys of going back home!

Anyway! I hope you like this look. It's quite different from my normal 'girly' style but it was fun to dress up in for a day! I had been planing to wear this to Summer Sonic! A summer music festival held right by where I live. This was the second year I attemed... and WOW the line up improved dramatically! I was able to enjoy Taylor Swift and the legend himself... Stevie Wonder!! Amazing. With two of my closest friends by my side we danced non stop from midday through to midnight. Ahhh I'm gonna miss this place!

Oh and it may be quite obvious by the title of this post... but I recently watched the movie The Runaways ... and loved it.

Dress/Jacket - Forever 21

Necklace - Juicy Couture

Chain - Tiffany and Co.

Stop! Look! Listen!

2010-08-05T13:12:00.000+09:00

Good morning fellow bloggers! Hope you have had an amazing July! I cant believe its already past the half way mark for 2010! July was a busy one with 4th of July, the many Japanese fireworks festivals, heading down to the pool for (well trying to get) a bit of colour. Aside from that I am staring to pack up my room! Yes, sadly Im nearly done here in Tokyo and Im heading back home to Australia for a little while. I really can't believe I have been here for over a year already. I have really had the chance to live right in the middle of their amazing culture and AMAZING style! I hope I have picked up some new fashion ideas that will stay with me forever.

Time to get creative... Well here my good friends is the latest outfit that I have been dying to show you all. This polka-dot skirt is so adorable and I picked it up for a bargain and a little vintage store. The amazing hat you see here I have blogged before but I thought it would be a lovely touch to the whole look. Pair them both with a denim top to help make the old style pieces fresh and modern. Ahhh I really love this look... hoping to wear it out some more....

Top - Thirft

Skirt - Vintage

Cuff - Forever 21

Hat - Something Special

Lastly the wonderful Giovanni Luevano was the hero who took these pictures for me! Thanks Gio they look awesome!!

Romantic Attitude

2010-07-06T01:26:00.000+09:00

A very casual fun, flirty style. I decided to go very light hearted and keep the color palette very plain. I was a little inspired by the Secret Garden which I had recently watched and I secretly wish I was 8 years old again and wearing ribbons everyday. My amazing handbag is sooooo versatile and surprisingly can fit so much junk! Ahhh I love a good thrift store find. Lovely, OK I'm off to the post office....

Bag - Thrift

Wedges - HnM

Cuff - Forever 21

Shirt - Forever 21

Skirt - Backstage (General Pants Co.)

On a completely different note... a few people have asked, so I think I will give you guys a little insight into my life here in Tokyo. Someone suggested a mini questionnaire... But I think it would be weird to answer my own questions... So I will just stick to the 4 W's and a H.

Who... I live by myself amongst over a hundred foreign performers who work for the same company out here in Japan. We have a very social life working amazing hours with so much free time to spend trying new food and heaps of Karaoke!

What... I'm a professional dancer (such as ballet, tap, hip hop and musical theatre) hired as the lead role in a production for a major company. My show is Japanese based, so 70% of the show Im attempting to mime japanese! A LOT of Japanese! At first it was so excruciatingly difficult... but by now its just second nature! I really have the best job in the world and I get to perform for around 3,000 people a day.

When... I have been living in Tokyo for almost a year! Well a year on the 15th of July. I have been working as a dancer for this particular company for 3 years, but this was my first time to work in Japan.

Where... I live just outside the amazing city of Tokyo in an area only 15 mins train ride away from the very heart of the city (and only 35 mins from HARAJUKU!) I forget how lucky I am sometimes! I'm so close to one of the most influential fashion districts of the world!

How... A few years back I auditioned along with many other girls to become a cast member for an international entertainment company to be starting out in Hong Kong. Having no idea what I was getting into at the time, I ended up living in Hong Kong for 2 years before moving on to Tokyo. At first it was so overwhelming, but little did I know that the best 3 years of my life were ahead of me! I have made so many new amazing friends (I met my best friend almost 2 years ago), travelled to the most amazing countries (Thailand, Cambodia, Philippines, China, Hong Kong and of course Japan) and have been submerged in the most fascinating cultures, not only seeing them, but living amongst it all!

Sorry for my rambling.... In a way I hope you now know me a little better... well at least my life here in Tokyo. I guess next time I will tell you a little more about me!

Na Na Na Batman.

2010-06-16T22:58:00.001+09:00

Why hello.... Sorry again for the long absence. I do have an excuse. I really great one. So as you may know I live in Tokyo, Japan. Living well away from all my loved ones back in Australia. My sweet, but not usually romantic boyfriend, showed up in Tokyo to surprise me! So uncharacteristically romantic! It was perfect. A friend took me out for dinner and he showed up at the restaurant to make the big surprise. We just had a perfect 10 days together. So yep, thats my wonderful excuse for the lack of attention to my blog.

But never fear... I'm back, with my new favorite thrift shop find. BATMAN. This shirt is amazing. So comfy and cool. It's a mens shirt... but fits me so well. I guess there are some pretty small Japanese guys around. Also the lovely turquoise crochet skirt is my new summer essential. It goes with everything.

Another little trick to take my winter wardrobe to summer... cutting my tights into socks. My cream tights are so cute as socks, and they sit so perfectly on my ankles. And the lucky last piece I would like to point out is my new locket necklace from my beautiful friend Teigan (from the previous post). She gave it to me for my 21st birthday. Very cute with a T and A inscribed on the front and back, and cute pics of us inside. Perfect pressie from a bestie.

Red Necklace - Juicy Couture

Cuff - Mercury Duo

Boots - Forever 21

Rings - Sportsgirl

Skirt - Thrift

Shirt - Thift

Purikura.

2010-05-26T18:12:00.001+09:00

Love love. My lovely, amazing friend Teigan came for a short visit to Tokyo! We had the most amazing time, enjoying disney, taking heaps of purikura and of course shopping! We got all dolled up and ready to take some fun sticky pics ... and on the way stopped for a few photos around my area. Oh and she is a fellow blogger... check out her blog here.

Both Skirts - Lolita Boutique Harajuku
Believe Necklace - Disney Couture

Yellow Top - Wildfox Couture

Black Boots - Topshop

Red Headband - HnM

And now for our fun fun fun Purikura.

Spring is in her belly

2010-05-10T19:30:00.002+09:00

Monday Monday... And time for a new outfit post! I have been so inspired lately by all the amazing flowers that have sprung up all over the place here! I hope to take my next shoot outside with the amazing scenery but.... I may have to get a friend involved (i.e. holding the camera!) Finally it's heating up here, to the point where we can finally wear shorts and not have to carry huge coats around. Im starting to love it here more and more. What do you think of this casual look? I have been absolutely in love with the Prada silky short shorts from the Spring RTW collecton. So I hastened to run out and find a great pair... stumbling across these at Topshop here in Harajuku. Topshop is massively over priced here in Japan, so I have learnt my lesson; always buy online! I am also very excited to bring back the colored under eye liner... or in my case I love to use loose dust (here in a shimmery turquoise), mix it with a dash of water... and voila! Perfect spring eyes.

Hat - Vintage

Shoes - WeGo

Shorts - Topshop

Top - Mercury Duo

Cuff - Mercury Duo

Socks - Some stall in Harajuku

Aussie Aussie

2010-04-29T23:06:00.001+09:00

HELLO! Firstly I would like to apologize to everyone for my looonnggg absence from posting! I have been on a short trip back to my home land to see family and friends. My company here in Tokyo is so kind, that they sent me home for free just so I can see my loved ones and come back refreshed and eager to start back at work. So today I am back to work, and I'm so excited to see all my Japanese friends again. I'm also excited to give everyone the HUGE bag of Freddo frogs and Caramello Koalas I brought back from home (My favorite treats I miss, along with Milo). These are a few pics from my trip home, I wanted to show off my new snake skin, digital print, Sass and Bide tee; a trip to the lovely beach with my parents and the amazing scenery I miss so much. So about out-fit posts?? Well now that I'm back there will be many to come! Lastly I'd like to thank Rachel at The Little Mess for a Sunshine award, Mila at The other Girl for a Haute Mess Award and lastly Stop & Stare Style for the amazing post all about my blog!!! I was truly surprised and honored that someone would write about me! Check it out here!

Season of the Sakura

2010-04-06T23:46:00.000+09:00

Sadly I have been so busy with work and catching up with friends... I have had no time to create any outfit posts!

There will be one not too far away, but for now I really wanted to show you all the amazing Sakura trees (aka cherry blossoms) that have finally bloomed here in Tokyo. These beautiful flowers are absolutely breathtaking, and to see so many of them like this is definitely a highlight for me here in Japan. When the wind picks up and the petals begin to rain down, I really feel like I have stepped into a Disney fairy-tale!

Darling!

2010-03-30T17:04:00.004+09:00

Marios Schwab.

These delightful pieces are from the creative designer's Winter 2010 collection.

The gorgeous necklines and lace up detailing has me giddy with excitement and desperately wanting a closet full of his stunning designs. My favorite? The neutral, lace-up dress with the amazingly romantic neckline. This is Love.

Hey, Listen Up!

2010-03-24T18:56:00.000+09:00

What a week! I have been so busy finally getting back to work after my injury and my best friend arrived in Tokyo to work here too! I am so so lucky to have her here. We were fortunate enough to work together in Hong Kong, now again in Tokyo! I think we were just meant to be best friends. Haha, anyway, back to fashion! So I, like everyone else I'm sure, am in love with the denim top craze happening right now. I had to refrain myself from buying too many! This amazing jacket I picked up from a second hand store, here in Tokyo. It's so beautifully made with silk lining and it's the perfect tailoring to fit me.

I am also obsessed with the 'cropped' style of shirts, though for this look I just tied the denim top to get the same effect. Eeep, I really love the crop, BUT it has me actually doing some sit-ups to make sure I can pull it off!

Well I guess its a good way to slowly get me ready for summer!

I hope you like it!

Top - HnM

Skirt/Dress - HnM

Earrings - Sportsgirl (Aus)

Jacket - Used, labeled Couvee

Fare Thee Well

2010-03-14T22:35:00.001+09:00

Hello Spring! I'm so excited it's the best season of the year! Time to cut up my tights and turn them into over the knee stockings. I had so much fun creating this look... I grabbed about 4 pairs of tights and went crazy with the scissors! I tried the shoot with yellow, blue, purple and grey tights, but in the end I decided purple was my color of choice. Just such a bright and fun color for this season. Yep... you guessed it I was very inspired by the Prada Spring campaign. The cute pony tails had me reaching for my tail comb and elastic hairbands. As for my amazing new shorts... I picked them up in a used clothing store for 1 dollar! I couldn't believe it when I grabbed them! The color is perfect for this season (I'm thinking, Celine Ready-to-Wear Spring collection) and the leather fringing is so unique. I had such a great time pulling this together, I hope you love it too!

Hat - Harajuku market stall
Shorts - Unknown
Top - Forever 21
Shoes - HnM

Delight!

2010-03-07T00:27:00.000+09:00

Time to crack open the bubbly and invite over my friends... in celebration of Daringdarlingdelight's first 100 followers! Thanks guys so much! I really truly appreciate every single one of my followers. I love reading your comments and I try to write back as much as I can! You all keep inspiring me to continue blogging, as I know at least 100 people out there actually read my blog... and thats amazing!

I Love you all!!!!

She's Expensive

2010-02-28T19:41:00.002+09:00

So while scary tsunami warnings are blazing here in Japan... the only way I can think to distract myself is by creating a new post. Its absolutely horrible to hear about the earthquake in Chile, and my thoughts go out to the victims and the survivors who have lost loved ones. It crazy to think that the earthquake all the way over in Chile may actually cause a tsunami here!

On a Different note... I need to thank my awesome sister Amanda for giving my some creative advice for this look. I was channeling a bolder, darker and sexier woman (someone I don't really see myself as! haha) while putting this together. It was just exciting to go crazy with the eyeliner and choose some extremely tight pants!

Finally I want to point out my awesome, wonderful, amazing vintage M. Valentino clutch! BAHHHH I love love love it!

I was lucky enough to find it here in Tokyo! Ahh my love.

Ahaha I hope you like this look!

Pants - HnM

Heels - Mollini

Blouse - Vintage

Clutch - Vintage M.Valentino

Jason Wu = Wow

2010-02-26T20:38:00.000+09:00

Spring 2010

Fall 2010

WeGo

2010-02-24T19:49:00.000+09:00

I am dying for gigantic bow! Love love love the big blue one! Arghhh but every time I go in store to the amazing wonderland of a store... they never have any available! Boooo. But I think Im inspired to do a little D.I.Y. Im off work sick for 9 more days... so Im guessing this is the perfect time to try! I will keep you posted if I actually succeed! These adorable pics are from the WeGo spring catalogue I picked up the other day. Ahaha I LOVE the cute Japanese style. Im feeling rather inspired. I feel another outfit post coming on...

Enjoy!

Little Huricane

2010-02-20T18:43:00.001+09:00

Its been a few weeks since I last put a look together! Sorry! Well the truth is... I have a fractured tail bone... and well that has just been taking up all my time with doctors appointments and all the rest. Surprisingly I didn't injure myself dancing, I was um riding my bike. Eeek. Almost embarrassing, but not quite as it wasn't my fault! I swear! Hehe. Anyway...

This outfit was so fun to create! Its a little different to what I would normaly wear out and about, but I love it! I have been searching for vintage denim shorts for sooo long and I finally found a pair a few weeks ago at Mellow, a used clothing store here in Tokyo. I just cut them up myself (I was very nervous) but I think they turned out OK!!! I hope you like it!

Jacket - Colza, Honey's (Tokyo store)

Shorts - Levis (vintage), Mellow

Necklace - Tiffany and Co.

Tank - Disney for HnM

Boots - Forever 21

Belt - Vintage

Blueberry Night

2010-02-06T22:23:00.001+09:00

Finally we had some snow here in Tokyo during the week... and of course I ran outside at midnight to make snow angels... but Im busting for spring to arrive already! I just can't wait to show off my new boots and polka-dotted skirt both from a used clothing store called We-Go. This store is amazing! Filled with denim, dresses, shoes, belts and hair accessories all either brand new, vintage or barely used. Pretty sure its my new obsession!

Bracelet - Disney Couture

Boots - Browny for WeGo

Skirt - W heart C for We Go

Headband - <3 21

Blouse - Zara

Cat Fight

2010-01-30T11:05:00.001+09:00

Indie rock group the Gossip are performing here in Tokyo in just over a week and Im so freaken excited! Of course Beth Ditto, the leading lady, wows crowds with outrageous outfits... I however my be taking a little more classic approach. I have been planning my concert outfit for weeks... and this look is in my top choices. Its a vintage dress labled Mervellieuse, paired with my Topshop boots and a home made ring. I was so excited when I found this dress, I mean bows on the shoulder... it could easily fit in with the S/S 2010 Dior collection. I toped it all off with some green ribbon for a belt and this seasons bold eye colors in orange, pink and blue.

So... what are your thoughts?

Delight!

2010-01-27T12:02:00.002+09:00

I want I want, I need I need.

Karoke!

2010-01-21T18:49:00.000+09:00

Oh what a night! Chu-hi, tunes and good friends. Karoke is HUGE here in Japan and it's one of the greatest ways to end a night out. Open basically 24 hours, this particular karaoke bar is very old school but so much fun!

Delight!

2010-01-19T22:34:00.000+09:00

Ksubi. Love the spotted pants.

Something Special

2010-01-14T17:20:00.001+09:00

Some Fun. American Apparel vintage Bag. Gap cardigan. Something Special hat.

BB award

2010-01-14T15:57:00.011+09:00

What a lovely surprise! I get up at midday... after a big night out... to find I have been stamped with the Beautiful Blogger award. What a perfect little gift to start my day off with. Thank-you Martina Dolly Haze Ghost!

-Thank the person who nominated you for this award.

-Copy the award & place it on your blog.

-Link to the person who nominated you for this award.

-Tell us 7 interesting things about yourself.

-Nominate 7 bloggers.

-Post links to the 7 blogs you nominate.

Seven interesting things hey.... umm well Im a dancer. Like ballet, tap, jazz kind of dancer, though here in Tokyo I often get asked if Im here working as an exotic dancer... Hmm I guess when a blonde western girl in heels says she is a dancer some Japanese people just jump to certain conclusions.Eeek. Ok thats one. Wow this will be harder than I thought. Two,I love pasta! Three, painting my nails black always makes me feel stylish (even when Im not). Four, I love taking afternoon nanna naps in the sun. Five, my favorite movie of all time is La vita è bella or in English, Life is Beautiful. If you have not seen it.... your insane. GO AND WATCH IT! Six, read Harry Potter if you know what's good for you. Seven, I love taking sticky pics, they call them purikura here. They are so fun. My best friend and I can spend hours taking them.

I nominate.....

Delight!

2010-01-12T21:02:00.002+09:00

Hello world! Tokyo was freezing and rainy today... but luckily I found these amazing vintage YSL heels to brighten up my day! The white 2 and a half inch heels are detailed with white stitching which give the shoes a cute effect. Im still loving that I can wear my warm coats and gloves, but now I really am so excited for spring when I can whip these little babies out!

2010-01-06T14:02:00.001+09:00

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Daring

2010-01-06T00:15:00.004+09:00

This gorgeous shoot featuring the amazing Miranda Kerr for V magazine really caught my attention. She is just stunning in every style and look she shoots. The editorial included a bold shot of Miranda displaying her toosh... but I say if your as beautiful as she is... show it to the world!

J'adore Dior

2010-01-02T23:03:00.003+09:00

I need this shirt! Well to be honest... I need the whole outfit! Sarah Jessica Parker looks adorable in this outfit right off the set of Sex And The City 2! Just one problem... finding it!!!!

Best of 2009

2009-12-31T18:59:00.003+09:00

My favorite magazine covers from 2009.

Gracing the covers;

Jan - April- Agyness Deyn, Lady Ga Ga, Sarah Jessica Parker, Natalia Vodinanova

May - Aug- Drew Barrymore, Anja Rubik, Miranda Kerr, Emma Watson

Sept - Dec- Lady Ga Ga, Coco Rocha, Nicole Kidman, Marion Cotilliard,

Penelope Cruz, Kate Hudson and Lara Stone

This weeks inspiration...

2009-12-26T21:55:00.004+09:00

Alexa Chung and Chanel Iman for German Vogue.

Delight!

2009-12-26T21:30:00.007+09:00

Dior Spring/SUmmer 2010 ready-to-wear collection has me jumping for joy and eager to pull out my favorite frilly socks and red lipstick. A mixture of old Hollywood glamour, lingerie and cute, 50's-esque shapes, makes me want to grab a glass of champagne and head to a library.

Oscar De La Renta Vintage Purse

2009-12-22T15:26:00.004+09:00

Look at my new love! My newest vintage find! This gorgeous black leather evening bag is the perfect size and shape for anytime I want to dress up my look.

Silk, Silver and Leather

2009-12-16T14:04:00.005+09:00

Im off to a dance class and drinks with some friends today. I guess this is more of a sharp look rather than an outfit for just hanging out with friends... but I have been desperately wanting to wear my new silk pants! The gorgeous handbag is another of my second-hand store finds! Metal mesh bags are amazing! When worn right, this little beauties will never go out of style!

1000 Hits!

2009-12-13T18:43:00.001+09:00

Daring, Darling, Delight! has just reached 1000 hits! Thanks everyone for checking out my blog, and remember to keep coming back for more!

Darling

2009-12-13T18:16:00.002+09:00

LORICK NEW YORK

My favorite designer's Spring Collection 2010.

Gorgeous silhouettes. Eye catching prints. Adorable layers.

Love. Love. Love.

Daring

2009-12-13T16:55:00.002+09:00

Why Daring you ask... Well I made these Hairbands myself! Yep... D.I.Y! I am hairband obsessive... with over 70 wonderful hairbands in my collection, these three I made just for fun!

Delight!

2009-12-12T21:56:00.003+09:00

Oscar De La Renta.

3 . Stunning . Looks.

Pre-Fall Collection 2010

Black in a Hat

2009-12-01T16:04:00.004+09:00

Black Black Black! It was about time I played with black! I have this amazing Eric Javits hat! I have not had a chance to wear it out yet... But I am determined to find a perfect occasion. The cute black and bead skirt is from none other then... wait for it.... Forever 21 (the online store)! A great little mini that will go with everything! Its really sexy, but paired with a blazer or coat is becomes a perfect look!

Darling

2009-11-26T13:47:00.004+09:00

It's not even Winter and I can't wait till Spring! Just for these wonderful dresses from Luella... my favorite designer. The feminine necklines and the 'just-right' length skirts are so perfect!

Grandpa Pants

2009-11-12T13:03:00.002+09:00

So Im off to work today and I thought I would channel my Grandpa. My tweed pants are from an Australian vintage clothing store and the jacket from HnM... (alright Im a HnM fan). I used my Hermes silk scarf as a belt which I think is the highlight of this outfit. My lovely new shoes are actually the type of shoe worn by school girls here in Tokyo. I can't stop wearing them!

High top red.

2009-11-10T18:32:00.002+09:00

Just playing around with some new red tights and a new red hat I have recently added to my wardrobe. The cute little bowler hat I grabbed from HnM and the tights from a great second hand/recycled clothing here in japan called WeGo. Along with my Tiffany's necklace and previously shown HnM jacket Im very secretly loving this look... hehe! If only I could wear stuff like this outside of my room!

Boots, Belts and Navy

2009-11-03T20:02:00.001+09:00

Here is the latest outfit I put together that I love. My Topshop 'Dusk' boots finally arrived... Sadly Topshop don't ship to Japan. I am in love with them. I wasn't sure they would fit in with my otherwise 'girly' wardrobe... but alas! I teamed them up with my navy knit from last winter HnM and a cream and black lace dress from an Australian store Bardot. Perfect for my day shopping in Ginza, the heart of Tokyo.

Daring.

2009-11-01T23:29:00.002+09:00

Georgia Jagger...

She was this month's British Vogue cover girl. Something intrigues me about this girl...

Maybe its the lips... I want them!

Darling

2009-10-23T00:04:00.001+09:00

I LOVE this picture! I found it while just searching through Google. The model is Eva Herzagova for the May 2009 issue of Italian Vouge. Its has taken me so long to spot it, but I really adore it. She is so gorgeous!

Delight!

2009-10-14T22:03:00.000+09:00

I LOVE love this little bag I found at my local charity store! Perfect little bag for a night on the town!

So Frenchy

2009-10-14T21:55:00.000+09:00

Skirt Topshop, beret Uni Qlo, shoes Steve Madden 'Madden Girl', top Zara.

Lime Time

2009-10-07T00:11:00.000+09:00

I wore this to work. My lime blouse is so beautiful I want to wear it everyday! Now I just need the Chanel nail colour Jade to finish this outfit off.

Darling

2009-10-02T10:59:00.001+09:00

Claudia Schiffer, Vogue Germany, October 2009

Daring

2009-10-01T12:29:00.000+09:00

Tim Walker for Vogue UK October 09

Dress of the Month

2009-09-29T22:42:00.002+09:00

I wore this fun outfit to Harajuku today for my hair appointment. I really love the '31 Sans De Mode' polka-dotted dress I found in a small boutique store. The bold shoulders and colour make this my favorite dress of the month!

Love

2009-09-28T00:54:00.002+09:00

2009-09-27T22:00:00.001+09:00

SO if your anything like me you were glued to the first 2 episodes of GOSSIP GIRL season 3! Of course I was watching Blair very closely and.... I found the most gorgeous dress... www.net-a-porter.com

2009-09-22T23:28:00.000+09:00

This amazing photo shoot in the September issue of Paris Vouge caught my eye.

I love the lace and tweed look. Simplicity and elegance = Love!

YSL vintage find!

2009-09-17T00:10:00.000+09:00

Yep! I found this gorgeous pair of Yves Saint Laurent 1.5 heel beauties! The suede shoes are in amazing condition... I just have no idea what year they were crafted! The heels are a beautiful tan colour with gold detailing. Ahhh I'm so sad, they are not my size! Ebay anyone?

Hermes Vintage Silk Scarf

2009-09-09T19:43:00.000+09:00

I am having the luckiest week! I found this stunning 100% silk scarf in a charity store. Made in France the Hermes scarf is decorated with cream, navy and gold straps and buckles and has 'Hermes Sellier Paris' written in navy. Gorgeous!

Vintage VALENTINO!

2009-09-09T19:35:00.001+09:00

Look at this amazing black and silver leather clutch! Its a vintage Valentino that I picked up from a second hand store. Amazing I know! Its the perfect finishing touch for my Autumn wardrobe!

Key Pieces of Alice in Victoria

2009-09-09T19:17:00.000+09:00

Gloves and jacket from HnM, cream Monte Negro vintage bag 1983, Meramorphose button-up skirt.

Alice in Victoria

2009-09-09T07:23:00.004+09:00

The beautiful baby blue skirt is a cotton and silk high-waisted mini, directly off the streets of Harajuku. One of the famous styles in Harajuku are the cute Lolita girls. The Lolita subculture has a very distinct style, incorporating baby doll, victorian style dresses, large hair bows and hats, knee high stockings and pretty much anything thats cute and a little over-the-top. Gothic, Sweet, Punk and Classic Lolita's can be found all over Tokyo and I must say, Im sweetly falling in love with the style, quickly. I used an old HnM black lace top and gave it some of my own love, with a pair of scissors. The black and gold detailed jacket and the black bow gloves are two of my latest finds from HnM. My sweet little bag is another charity store jewel! Labeled Monte Negreo made in Japan 1983, it sold for 500 yen ($5.40 US), a very lovely buy! For my second Autumn look, I took inspiration from the adorable Harajuku Girls and the elegant Victorian era.

Key Pieces of Eclectic Highlands

2009-09-08T23:01:00.000+09:00

Silver 'A' pendant I picked up from a temporary charity store.

Brown 'fake' reading glasses from my local 3 dollar store.

Mikihouse blazer, Peter Alexander sequin top, Topshop navy skirt, Uni Qlo tartan tights.

Eclectic Highland

2009-09-08T18:37:00.000+09:00

My first look for Autumn. I LOVE the new blazer I just picked up from a charity store for only 800 yen ($8.50 US). The label is Mikihouse which surprisingly is a children's brand! But luckily for me it fits sung as a bug! Its a lovely tight knitted navy wool jacket with gold anchor buttons. Very nautical meets highland fling.

DUSK Suede Over-Knee Boot - High Leg Boots - Boots - Topshop

2009-09-07T18:08:00.001+09:00

I just purchased these yesterday! Im so excited for them! Its coming into autumn here in Tokyo, which is my favorite season! You can flirt with the cute leggings and beanies, without having to commit to the huge coats and snow boots! I can't wait to wear these with a cute high-waisted mini or dress!

DUSK Suede Over-Knee Boot - High Leg Boots - Boots - Topshop

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Welcome

2009-09-07T17:17:00.001+09:00

Hi there!

Welcome to my new fashion blog, Daring, Darling, Delight!

This blog is for me to share with the world my latest fashion finds and favorite looks.

Im a 21 year old expat living in Tokyo! One of the greatest fashion capitals of the world! Here there are NO rules, no limits and endless options for fashion. One day I can wake up wanting be be a Harajuku Girl, the next, Im walking the streets in Haute Couture. I absolutely love Tokyo and I hope I can bring you a small taste of it. Enjoy!