OOTD | 3 | Projections

OOTD details | backpack: Japan | jumper: Witchery | necklace: Country Road | wool pencil skirt: Uniqlo

Inspiration Board | 1 | Think Pink

My favourite colour is pink! I am so glad that it is a trending colour in fashion now, thus making it quite easy to find clothing and accessories in this beautiful colour. I have compiled a collection of perfectly pink photos I have taken within the month of April and May ;)

column 1 top to bottom
| pink lemonade from Green Park Dining after a group bike ride
| persian love cake baked by Claire
| beautiful ceramics sold at Modern Times
| artwork displayed at Heide I
| art exhibition at Mr Kitly by Pot Heads ceramics

column 2 top to bottom
| pink flamingo I painted at the Work-Shop Watercolour For Beginners class
| pink peonies from Humble Bundle Melbourne
| exterior of Heide I
| artwork at Ian Potter Museum of Art

column 3 top to bottom
| artwork of used make-up wipes displayed at the Girlhood exhibition
| building at Harbour Town, Docklands
| Kuwaii dressing room
| birthday La Belle Miette macarons from friends

column 4 top to bottom
| new shoes from Bared Footwear and matching OPI Mod About You nail polish
| doughnut break at work
| pink desk situation
| cheesecake milkshake from Ascot Food Store
| artwork displayed at the 21st Century Heide: The Collection Since 2000 exhibition

OOTD | 2 | Rainbows

When I have some extra time, I like to search through the clothing sections of lower-end major retailers like Kmart, Target and Big W. I'm usually pleasantly surprised and find great clothing pieces that end up as the workhorses of my closet. This fluffy and warm cardigan is my current favourite find!

OOTD details | cardigan: Big W | shirt: Muji | necklace: Country Road | culottes: ASOS | penny loafer: Topshop 

Artist Spotlight | Do Ho Suh

source: http://trendland.com/do-ho-suh-at-the-contemporary-austin-texas/

I stumbled upon Do Ho Suh's work on Instagram and was WOW'D! I hope to visit his exhibitions in future.

source: https://sculptureresearch.wordpress.com/do-ho-suh/

source: http://www.designboom.com/art/do-ho-suh-constructs-a-home-within-a-home-at-mmca-11-19-2013/

source: http://www.world-architects.com/architecture-news/found/Do_Ho_Suh_in_Austin_711

source: http://www.designboom.com/art/do-ho-suh-home-within-home-at-leeum-samsung-museum-of-art/

source: http://www.mappingwords.com/2012/04/22/do-ho-suh-a-korean-artist-encourages-viewers-to-analyze-the-concept-of-home/

Favourite Places, Melbourne Spaces | 2 | Linden New Art Gallery, St Kilda

I recently visited the beautiful Linden New Art Gallery to see their 2015 Linden Art Prize exhibition. Linden New Art Gallery is a grand Victorian house built in the 1850s - think high ceilings, marble fireplaces and a personal favourite of mine, bay windows! The space is well-lit and art pieces well curated. The facade looked particularly breathtaking on a sunny autumn day!
                     


"Pillows" at the entrance.
                            

Upon arrival, I marvelled not only at the contemporary art, but also at the architecture of the house.





On my second walk of the exhibition, I had the pleasure of having Lynn give me a tour and insight into the works of each artist. Her enthusiasm, knowledge and fondness of the work really shone and gave me an added appreciation having known the artist intentions and workmanship.


| Stephanie Leigh - "Feminine Flatpack"

| Celeste Chandler - a very moving series of images depicting chest compressions

| Raymond Carter - you wouldn't pick it out at first, but this artwork was constructed from gaffer tape!

| Julian Aubrey Smith - amazingly realistic panting of cardboard

| Yandell Walton - a haunting projection in memory of the girls that worked at Abbotsford Convent doing laundry

| Susanna Castleden (Linden Art Prize winner) - "Building the World at the Correct Position and Correct Shape". On closer look, Susanna has presented her re-imagination of the world by rearranging the islands

Exhibitions change every 8 weeks so give it a visit!

Winnie's Favourites | 2 | Ceramics not used for their intended purpose

Scattered around my room are (pretty!) ceramic items that are used not for their intended purpose, but for storage! Here is my current collection:

1 | Cup as Plant Pot 

2 | Tea cup as Hair Clip Holder & Cake Plate as Lipstick Organiser

3 | Mug as Make-Up Brush Holder

4 | Patty Pan as Bobby Pin Holder & Hair Tie Holder 

5 | Mug as Stationery Holder

6 | Show Plate as Perfume Organiser

7 | Cake Stand as Watch and Glasses Organiser

 9 | Fondue Pot as Dirty Tissues and Make-Up Wipes Bin (haha)

OOTD | 1 | Watermelons

Found this beautiful (pink!) building on the way back from my (one of many) favourite brunch spots - Nora - in Carlton.

Nora is an absolute standard-setter in terms of Melbourne brunch. Inventive, artistic and delicious! 

OOTD details | tshirt: Gorman | pants: Japan | wedges: Sportsgirl | bag: Zara | watch: Daniel Wellington

Winnie's Favourites | 1 | Totes, Totes, Totes!

Oh I love a good canvas tote bag! It is nonchalant, exceptionally versatile and dresses down an outfit to that understated outfit sweet spot. This workhorse bag is my wardrobe staple and up there with my exxy leather goods. Also as someone who dresses fairly monochrome, my tote bag is usually the funnest part of my outfit (positive or negative?! hrm). Oh yes, my appreciation of the tote bag runs deep! 

Below I share my tote bag collection. Each has their own little story :)

1 | Kikki K Big Canvas tote

This tote reminds me of uni...and all those times I sat chilling on the lawn with my friends. So it consequently also reminds me of sunny days and green grass. I don't use it anymore though because it's too big for everyday use. Perfect for lugging around textbooks and a laptop though!

2 | Lee Ufan tote

This is my FAVOURITE of the bunch. I bought this tote at the Lee Ufan Museum on Naoshima Island, aka Art Island, in Japan. I missed the bus that comes every 45 minutes because I bought this bag! But it was well worth it. If I ever stained or lost this bag I would be very, very upset. All my love for and good-vibes felt towards Naoshima Island are carried with me through this bag. 

3 | Deux tote

I bought this bag when I got lost in Hiroshima. It was an impulse purchase because the store was so cute I couldn't resist not leaving with something. Nonetheless this is actually one of my most versatile totes and has gone on the most cycling trips and yoga sessions with me. 

4 | Emi Ueoka O! tote

This is my most recent addition. I discovered Emi's work at Supergraph Melbourne (mainly her artwork called "THOUGHTS") and was very impressed by her work. After doing some googling, I discovered her site and could not resist making this tote purchase! You can find her work on her website www.cup-of-tea.co or instagram @EMI_UEOKA.

5 | Lazy Oaf Half Full, Half Empty tote 

I have used this tote so much...I should really wash it. I have used it so many times that I don't tie a certain memory to it, but rather a feeling. I just feel so happy using this tote! Purchased from asos.com.

6 | Leather tote

On those days that "bag lady" doesn't cut it, I upgrade to the closest thing - the raw leather tote bag. I bought this bag in Venice and in keeping with the theme, I got lost in Venice alleys and nearly missed a ferry because I bought this bag. Totes worth it though!

Favourite Places, Melbourne Spaces | 1 | Westgate Park Salt Lake, Port Melbourne

There is a pretty sight that appears every so often (due to natural conditions) under the Westgate Bridge - a pink salt lake! So actualising of my dreams, that as soon as I laid eyes on this pink enchantment they turned into pink love hearts! It is also the inspiration for my blog banner art. The name of my blog wabi + sabi comes from the Japanese words, wabi and sabi. Wabi-Sabi is the beauty and appreciation of things imperfect, simple and unconventional - which is perfectly embodied in the raw and erratic beauty of the lake.

#1

first post YAY! This will be my creative outlet. For those tuning in, I hope that you enjoy it! xoxo Winnie