Rose Revival & Other Stories by H&M




The promising new label "&Other Stories" by H&M grants another insight. Besides providing us with high-quality fashion and accessoires it will cover us in a "Rose Revival". 
A new smell for a new era - a self-explanatory match. 

We are getting even more curious about the brand launching next spring. 

Stay tuned for further information and inspiration! 

Some exclusive pictures after the jump. 
























Creative Director: Sara Hildén Bengtsson
Art Director: Carl-Axel Wahlström
Photo & Film production: Alexander Dahl, Patricia Reyes, Adrian Levander, Anne Lindfors & Lisa Milberg 
Creators skin care: Frida Fagerholm & Alf Jarméus
Fragrance creator: Ben Gorham




YOKO OH! OR NO ?



It's a phenomenon one can observe many times - An iconic character is revived again in a new context. 

These days it seems to be a subliminal hype surrounding Yoko Ono. Besides appearing in Karl Lagerfeld's "The Little Black Jacket" exhibition you can wear Yoko now printed on your chest aswell.

Furthermore 1 week ago it got confirmed that the japanese artist and autor, well-known from her marriage with Beatles legend John Lennon, is going to launch a limited menswear collection at the online retailer Opening Ceremony.  Since two days brave young men can now order the eccentric collection of the japanese artist and autor and while we really like the illustrative video we are quite uncertain about the fashion itself. 

Do we really want to see the sunny male side in these fabrics?

Some extracts of the collection and more about the recent Yoko-hype after the jump. 


Yoko Ono x Opening Ceremony 






Yoko Ono at "The Little Black Jacket"



And What's is better for the final touch of a fashion comeback than a T-Shirt with the face on it? No surprise ZARA recognized the Yoko trend and transformed it on the most simple fashion medium - The white shirt.                                            

F/W 2012/13 ZARA 


What do you think? Yoko OH! or NO?

“BUT THEY SAY IF YOU DREAM A THING MORE THAN ONCE, IT'S SURE TO COME TRUE.” (Walt Disney Company, 12 Princess Stories)







































As the chilly weather slowly but surely reaches our city we dream of hiding away. Hiding in our most beautiful dresses and dreaming ourselves away in a calm, fairytale-like world.

 This feeling is perfectly represented by a favorite photo series of Samuel Hodge he shot for I Love You No.5, The Princess Issue.

Find more photos after the jump. 













































photos: Samuel Hodge
fashion: Jolyon Mason
models: Dempsey and Jasper (Priscillas Models)

"ENJOY YOUR PAIN, YOU’VE EARNED IT."


From I LOVE YOU NO.4 - The Superwoman Issue. 



photo: Marcus Gaab

Have a good start into the week !

It's Okay To Try Something New!

When new ideas, concepts, thoughts and creativity come knock on your door you have to be brave enough to embrace "that something new"....~Stylicia~ 


The world around us is full of new things but yet we stick with what has become familiar; our home, friends and family is all familiar. Sometimes we are scared to embrace something new. Newness has its own mystery and self discovery for a person to immerse themselves into wholeheartedly. Today I read a news story on Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr aka Lil' Wayne who was deciding to retire from his rapping career. He has become well known for his savvy business skills as a business mogul. He has successfully discovered new rappers such as Drake, Tyga and Nicki Minja. He explained in the article how he has been rapping for 22yrs. If you are thinking what I am thinking this is a very long time to be committed to a talent without exploring other things. He also stated in the article once he is committed to something he is committed to it wholeheartedly (100%).  This statement is a reminder for me to never be so committed to something that I cannot break the commitment to do something else. Sometimes certain commitments are worth breaking when you no longer have a zeal to do them anymore. I think about my own life how I have been writing since I was 8yrs old and have committed myself to be the best writer possible. I was committed to being a great poet but I realize I was neglecting other avenues of my gift. I was more than just a poet spitting poems on the stage I was a writer who wanted to see my articles in every well known magazine and newspaper. Its funny, writing college papers has perfected my skills in writing and challenged me to be a better writer. I would get frustrated writing papers in college on subjects that were completely boring. However, in the end it motivated me to do research to bring out a masterpiece paper. I knew in my heart it was time for me to branch out in different avenues other than poetry. I was getting tired of the traveling, not getting paid what I was worth and no one really appreciating my gift. But the epiphany came where I understood I had to appreciate my writing gift enough not to put it in a box. The truth is I have really started to enjoy blogging because it is my own space to write letters of inspiration to myself. When I started blogging two years ago I had no idea where this blog would go but God gave me ideas little by little. The blog started to evolve into my life journey of becoming a woman and becoming authentic. It was a slow process but near the beginning of this year my blogging journey took flight. Even when the blogging fever ends then I will be challenged to explore other new avenues in my writing. Timing is everything when it comes to trying something new in your life. I believe when that clock of dissatisfaction starts to creep in with one thing then its time to start fresh with something else. When the excitement is gone and there is no more butterflies something new may be creeping in your heart. If you have no passion for it anymore then maybe the passion is meant for something else. Overall, do not be fearful to spread your wings to try something new. I believe it is a brave thing to step out embrace the adrenaline rush of trying something new. Go ahead, it's okay to try something new!

FIRST PREVIEW TEASER FOR H&M's "& OTHER STORIES"





On September 27th 2012 swedish textile giant H&M confirmed the launch of their high quality fashion label "& Other Stories". Exclusively offering womenswear it will provide us with a wide range of bags, shoes, accessoires and beauty products, all produced with a lot of dedication and detailed richness.

Promising a lot but revealing nothing the following preview mood video is a arranging documental snapshots. The film focuses on shoes by granting some insights into the life of an elegant parisian girl. The first S/S-collection will be launched in march 2013. To get more information visit & Other Stories online, on Faceook, on Twitter and Tumblr.



We look forward to keeping you updated about any further news. 



The Biological Clock

If you are focused on when, what, where & how you will miss out on the now. ~Stylicia~

Lately, I have noticed that specific women I know have confessed their desires to be married and have a kid. They feel like their time is running out and they are never going to get to meet their Boaz. Many women have become fixated on their biological clock running out on them. However, I am a firm believer to understand that God's timing is not predicated on the world's system or timing.  Some women have lost hope on being found and instead of using their time in waiting to work on themselves they have used this time to wallow in loneliness, depression and desperation. I can truthfully say 18 months ago I felt the same way before I started my authentic journey. I tried to make every guy I was involved with my Boaz. This gesture left me empty, used and desperate because I was willing to force the process instead of diligently wait on God. I did not realize the time in waiting was meant for me to become whole. After my last unsuccessful relationship I was faced with the fact that my way was not working so I needed a new plan. Once I yielded my plan unto God I realized I had alot of personal issues that needed to be addressed. I could not be the woman I needed to be in marriage if I did not know the authentic me. I got tired of attracting the same type of guys but quickly I knew it was me that had to change in order for the men to change. I made it a habit to run away from the issues dwelling in my soul. The person I was at the time was dysfunctional. Once I began my journey I had to face a lot of things I was passive about in my life. I was controlling other's lives because my life was out of control. I needed to be true to myself and stop neglecting the woman that was hidden on the inside. So, after the last emotional relationship I decided to get my heart, soul and mind in order. It was time to face my dysfunction and issues. I started my Authentic Journey on April 2011; my life has not been the same. I spent the last 18 months transforming into a new woman. I had no idea who I was because I had a low self worth & self image about myself. I thought sex was love and if a man really got to knew me he would not like me. I understand now that those were false self image mechanisms Satan fed me to believe. I believed them which led me into to the trap of compromise. I compromise my walk with God to fulfill the lust of my flesh. It lead me down a road of having lower self esteem, guilt and shame. However, today I can proudly say that "Stylicia" no longer exist because I know my worth and chose my celibacy journey. I am a new woman learning the new me everyday from my likes to dislikes. I no longer focus on my biological clock because I have become consumed in accomplishing my goals and enjoying life to the fullest. I do know I desire to be married but I am in no rush for it until I am whole. Instead of being consumed with counting down when my biological clock will expire I have been enjoying the time I have being a single woman.I did not cherish my single-hood before but now I can cherish it to the utmost. I have fell in love with this time of soul searching and loving myself totally and completely. So, you single ladies who feel like you will never meet "the one" or your eggs are about to be rotten before you can give birth to another child just remember Sarah (in the bible) was almost 100 years old when she conceived. Stop focusing on the when, who, what and how. While in waiting, this is the perfect time to deal with your  dysfunction & issues. This time should be used to live life to the fullest and finding your purpose. Waiting is preparing.....

UNTOUCHABLE - performances and closing party

Many thanks to everyone who has supported UNTOUCHABLE so far. The exhibition continues until 1st December 2012 at the Flying Dutchman, London, and there are more events still to come -

Sat 1st Dec, 5PM-1.30AM (in connection with World AIDS Day) - Discussion, followed by performances and closing party.

PERFORMING ARTISTS: Shabnam Shabazi, Leibnitz, Franko B

Franko B DJ and closing party.

For more info ask to join the Facebook group.

Cick here to read Franko's UNTOUCHABLE interview in the Southwark LGBT Newsletter.

Be Thankful for What You Have


Be thankful for what you have.
You have no idea how many people would love  to have what you’ve got


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-Anonymous-


Detachment Future


The more they experience pain, the more they feel the insubstantially of this world.
Difficulties increase their detachment future

-Sri Ramakrishna-

You are The Entire Treasure


How can I ever put a price on the diamond that you are.
You are the entire treasure of the house

love, couple, relationship, romance, romantic, couple in sea,

-Rumi-

You are at The Deepest Level


“You find peace not by rearranging the circumstances of your life,
but by realizing who you are at the deepest level


give up, alone, walk alone, lonely, desperate, deepest level, who you are



-Eckhart Tolle-

Good Morning Facebook Status

My alarm clock iz clearly jealous of my amazing relationship wid my bed.
___________
I can already tell it'z going 2 b another 1 of thoze morningz where I'm not rich n famous.
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I think who ever put Gud & Morning 2gether, really needz a gud bitch slaping.
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Mrning would b great if it didn’t cum so early in the day.
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There iz no snooze button on a cat who wantz breakfast..


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Gud morning world,& all who inhabitz. Rise N shine, it'z time 2 get up& get muving.
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Every morning, every moment alwayz remember that our God iz a GOD OF LUV. Gud Morning....
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Usually I have gud mood in the morningz, until I start meeting people..
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It standz 4 hope, giving uz another start at what we call life.
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It’z a new day, a new week, start off fresh 2 accomplish ur best....

The Individuality Factor: The Nonconformist

Individuality is a beautiful freedom to be totally you.~Stylicia~

In this world we live in being different can sometimes be frowned upon but being an individual carries a lot of freedom yet it also carries a lot of weight. Those who live in a country where conformity is the ideal thing may have a hard time embracing individuality. When I was in the military we all looked alike because we were forced to wear the same uniform. As I begin to spread my wings I realize I was a nonconformist. It was never meant for me to fit in because I embraced my individuality. When you grow up you are never taught that being an individual is powerful. You are taught to do what others tell you to do, be respectful and follow all the rules. Children are never challenged to step outside of their comfort zone and be unique. It is expected for them to go through school make good grades, graduate from high school, go to college and then get married to have kids. However, life is unpredictable and what if they are sidetracked by life unexpected detours, how can they be prepared to stay the course. I believe as parents it is important to teach our kids to be individuals. Let them know its okay not to be in the "popular crowd". It is important to teach them to be who they were created to be. It is such an injustice to not allow children or even ourselves to be the individual that God created us to be. I am challenged everyday to teach my daughter to be an individual and nonconformist. I make sure I actively let her express her individuality in all creative avenues. There is a great amount of freedom with being an individual because it taps into your authenticity. When you are an individual you become a nonconformist. It is a great freedom to be true to who you really are within. 

I would always have issues conforming to things in my military lifestyle because a big part of me wanted to be free. My nine year journey in the military revealed to me that I was such a nonconformist. I believe to some degree I chose to conform to be accepted by the majority. I was never truly happy with being squashed into the status quo of average. When I decided to release myself from the prison of conformity that is when I truly saw my transformation. As I grew from a young lady to a grown woman I truly began to outgrow the box that I was securely placed in those nine years. It was time to break free so I could become the woman God wanted me to be. I was challenged by this new genre of freedom to no longer be meshed with a group of people. I stood out like a widows peak and a part of me wanted to run back to the shelter of belonging but I knew I no longer fit in. It was never meant for me to conform to fit in but it was always meant for me to embrace my individuality and just be true to myself. So many people look for a certain movement to join to feel good about themselves because they are apart of something. But individuality takes courage to defy the odds just to say, "I cannot conform, I will not conform because I am an Authentic Masterpiece". 

Here are a couple of nonconformist I admire (some on this list are deceased but still are iconic):

1) President Barrack Obama
2) Ledisi
3) Mary J. Blige
4) Rihanna
5) Solange Knowles
6) Katy Perry
7) Marilyn Monroe
8) Whitney Houston
9) Bette Davis
10) Britney Spears
11) Lucille Ball
12) First Lady Michelle Obama
13) Jada Pinkett

The list is continuous....  

P.S. Ask Yourself Are You A Conformist or Nonconformist? be honest with yourself.....

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Authentic Fridays Guest Blogger: Ellena Balkcom


The Simple Truth
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined.

Many years ago, early in our marriage, I bought my husband a magnet with this quote. It’s very simple, but quite powerful at the same time. I loved it and I knew it spoke to where we were at the time. We were young and full of hopes, dreams and expectations of great things for our lives. Needless to say, it continues to speak to where we are. We understand now that you don’t ever outgrow or out-achieve the relevance of its meaning, since the journey of dreaming and living is a continuous one.  Since then, Thomas and I collectively have purchased several knick knacks with this quote for both ourselves and others. I guess it’s become sort of a family mantra.
Well, while recently doing research for a writing project at work, I stumbled across Mr. Thoreau’s quote and noticed that a second line was added. Apparently, all my knick knacks didn’t have the quote in its entirety! I’m sure this was just the manufacturer’s way of saving space on small items like magnets and bookmarks, but I was a bit surprised that after all these years, I’ve only been getting only half the message. The entire quote actually reads:
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you
simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.” ~Henry David Thoreau
Again, simple, but powerful! When googling “laws of the universe,” many things popped up. Everything surfaced from the super scientific to the theological and astrological. When one search revealed a broad definition of the 7 Laws of the Universe, it said, “The best definition of Natural Law seems to be that it is the uniform and orderly method of the omnipotent God. Unlike any other form of animal life that has been created, we were given the power of choice or free will; along with this power came certain responsibilities.” After reading this and the complete definition of laws listed on the site, the truth became very clear and simple to me: 1. God has a natural order that our life should mimic, 2. We should trust that God knows and sees all, 3. We have the power to choose every moment and in every situation, and 4. With our choices, come responsibility and consequences (good or bad). Why do we make it so much more complicated?!
For me, as I leave one year and enter another, I desire more than anything, simplicity in my life as it relates to cleaning out the mental, material, and emotional clutter, trimming the physical and financial fat, focusing on the things that really matter and living the life I always imagined for myself and my family. This will allow me to go confidently in the direction of my dreams and actually live the purpose for which I was put on this earth. This may mean saying “no” more, putting my needs and the needs of my family first more, staying focused on the goal without distraction and it may even mean not attempting to be everything to everybody. It turns out that I’ve been making it much harder than it needs to be.
To all of you, I say simplify your life as well, so that the laws of your universe will also be simpler. It just shouldn’t be that complicated in 2012.
An abbreviated version of the 7 laws state:
  1. The Law of Perpetual Transmutation: 

    The law of attraction will deliver to you what you do not want as quickly and as certainly as it will deliver what you do want.
  2. The Law of Relativity: 

    In the study of this law, we find that all things are relative. All laws are related to each other and correspond with each other. The laws of the little are the laws of the great. There is no big nor small, fast nor slow, except by comparison. Whenever the law is properly used, you win. Let's remember that everyone does something better than you and, likewise, you do something better than every person you meet. When you relate something you do that you are not proficient at, to something another person does that they have mastered, you will not look good. You are using the law against yourself. Begin using this law to heighten your self esteem. You will then become aware of how special you are in the light of truth.
  3. The Law of Vibration and Attraction: 

    Everything in the universe vibrates...nothing rests. We really do live in an ocean of motion. This truly contains the great secret of life. You are always moving toward something and it is always moving toward you... it's action and attraction. Thought is the most potent vibration and remember that you can think...that makes you a very special creation (God's greatest masterpiece). You should always be delighted with yourself. (All creation begins in thought.)
  4. The Law of Polarity: 

    Everything in the universe has its opposite. There would be no inside to a room without an outside. If something you considered bad happens in your life, there has to be something good about it. If it was only a little bad, when you mentally work your way around to the other side, you will find it will only be a little good.
  5. The Law of Rhythm: 

    The law of rhythm embodies the truth that everything is moving to and fro, flowing in and out, swinging backward and forward. There is a high and a low tide. Everything is flowing, both in and out, in accordance with the law. There is always a reaction to every action. You are not going to feel good all the time; No one does. If you did, you wouldn't even know it. The low feelings are what permit you to enjoy the high feelings. There will always be highs and lows in life. Reason gives us the ability to choose our thoughts (that is free will). Even when you are on a natural down swing, you can choose good thoughts with your free will and continue to move up toward your goal.
  6. The Law of Cause and Effect: 

    Every cause has its effect; every effect, its cause. There is no such thing as chance. Everything happens according to law. Your physical health, your relationships, the respect you earn, your material income. You must concentrate on the cause, and the effect will automatically take care of itself. That is how the law works.
  7. The Law of Gender: 

    The law of gender manifests in all things as masculine and feminine. It is this law that governs what we know as creation. This is in truth, the creative law. This law decrees everything in nature is both male and female. Both are required for life to exist. This law also decrees that all seeds (ideas are spiritual seeds) have a gestation or incubation period before they manifest. In other words, when you choose a goal or build the image in your mind, a definite period of time must elapse before that image manifests in physical results. 

Ellena Balkcom is Founder and CEO of Written On Purpose Communications (writtenonpurpose.com), creator of the Voice I.D. System of Communication Branding and a former Walt Disney Company Communications professional with nearly 20 years of experience in Marketing, Internal and External Communications. Follow her on Facebook and Twitter @WrittnOnPurpose.

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