Studio || Design space

The current work load requires that the desk be filled with as much vibrancy and colour as possible! Not only are these flowers left over props from a photo-shoot that's just wrapped, they are a constant reminder that spring is around the corner . . . . as is the launch of our next collection 'Hybrid'. 

My favorite shops are suddenly filled with sandals and flip flops, Vogue and Elle are showcasing summer dresses, the local florist has a gorgeous selection of bulbs . . . . . and here in Cheshire . . . . . . it's absolutely freezing!

The length of my Michael Van Der Ham skirt is looking a little skimpy for next week's London Fashion Week adventure and the sleeveless Topshop jacket may also not have been the best idea!

 Moving on . . .

I love looking through peoples work surroundings on pinterest (check our 'masters at work' board), so here is how things are looking currently on my desk. A little pile of sample mini pouch bags seen to the left have just been added to our Etsy store, shop them here and here for a fantastic price of £10 each. I've been working on a new homepage look for a few weeks now, the laptop screen pictured below gives a sneak preview of what to expect. My trusty Sophie Conran cup see's me through copious amounts of tea (teapigs apple & cinnamon being the flavour of the month) and the current obsession of glass jam jars & mixed metals is slowly engulfing all available space! I blame Bloomingville interiors!

Worn by || I Am Fashioneer

 Have you heard of Rani Multani? Her fashion and lifestyle blog is packed with all sorts of inspirational objects, clothing, books, make up and more. Her minimalistic approach to blogging is also something to be desired. We love the way she styled up our Duli portfolio clutch bag from The Transcendent collection.

Duli portfolio clutch bag - £48  

Worn with
Duli Portfolio - Rianna Phillips

Necklace - Hand and Hand - we love this!
Top and Shoes - ZARA

 Coat - H&M

Skirt - Ines V

Check out Rani's original blog post here

Inspiration || Richard Diebenkorn

Being a textile surface designer, I love to have books knocking about the studio that inspire the thought process. A current favourite and master of capturing texture is American painter Richard Diebenkorn. It may be frowned upon to crop into an artists existing work, but this process forces me to define the exact area that inspires my work. So here are a few snippets of his beautiful canvases.

Follow the board 'Art - Put me on a canvas' over on pinterest to keep an eye on what artists keep us inspired

New Collection || Coming Soon

 H Y B R I D   by   R I A N N A   P H I L L I P S

The launch of the new print range titled 'HYBRID' is coming closer and closer. The collection is based on an eclectic archive of prints; past and present which have been brought together and
amalgamated into a purposefully clashing yet serene print range. To get a taste of the range we've decided to publish a series of mood board images from the studio, what better way to introduce it?! 

Expect digitized leopard prints, calming ocean waves and bold statement prints.

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Beautiful sale pieces || Going . . . going . . .

 S A L E

 We've had a small pre-winter sale over the Christmas holidays but are excited to announce that more products have been added to the mix! You can now get a range of our best pieces with over 40% off.

PLUS grab yourself an additional 10% off all sale items by entering the code 'extra10' at the checkout.

Here are a few pics of the products on offer, make sure you get a piece of the action before it's too late!

The Dalby portfolio was £48 now £25 & Dalby mini pouch was £20 now £10

 The Habana portfolio was £48 now £25 & the Habana mini pouch was £20 now £10

 The Caloundra portfolio was £48 now £25 & the Caloundra mini pouch was £20 now £10

Studio || Objects

After a Christmas and new year packed with fantastic parties and celebrations some serene time is much needed back in the studio. For me, a happy work space is the best type of work space. So I tend to have bits and bobs lay around that keep me inspired.

The culprits at the moment consist of the following:

Valetta mini pouch bag

Dior varnishes

stack of 'The World of Interiors' magazines
Whistles & Vivienne Westwood boxes left over from Xmas presents

and random candle assortment 

Wishing everyone a fantastic New Year 
Stay Creative :-)
Rx

Designers Directory || London - Mayfair & Harrods

Visiting London is different every time. Even the route we travel via varies and on this occasion we found ourselves right in front of Big Ben. A view that never gets old :-)

I usually find new and exciting places to try out in London through reading up on my favourite fashion & lifestyle bloggers. For example Sarah Mikaela, Lucia Thomas Howard and Hannah Crosskey all supply fantastic information ranging from where to grab a great cup of coffee, which is the best rooftop bar with a view, to what exhibitions are worth a visit. And these ladies don't just know London, it's knowledge spreading across the globe! 

So here are my staple destinations whilst I'm in town.

M A Y F A I R

You'll find:

 Dover Street Market - The fantastic department store that houses a fantastic mix of power brands such as Comme des garcons, Repossi, Céline, Alexander Wang and much more.

Victoria Beckham - Having recently opened a new concept shop on Dover street, the store layout alone is a great excuse to go in and have a nosey.

Whistles flagship store - This store is a must if you are a huge Whistles fan like me (sat here typing this blog post dressed head to toe in Whistles pre fall 2014!)

H A R R O D S

There are so many departments and interesting things to see and do at Harrods but when I'm in need of a mid day pick me up I head to the Godiva chocolate cafe on the 2nd floor. It's very difficult to order anything but the chocolate sin cake, photographed to the left below. The magazine & book section is also a department that can't be missed, they carry a fabulous range of international fashion magazines and trend reports.

What London hotspots do you regularly visit?