EASTER TIME = FAMILY TIME

I am back after a little bit longer break. I am sorry I left you for so long, but this Easter I decided to spend time with my parents who came to visit me in London! I remeber when I was a teenager spending time with your parents seemed like the worst plan to spend your free time, but now...well priorities change! However cliche it may sound, sometimes being far away from your loved ones makes you realise how important it is to cultivate those relationships. Whether they are your parents siblings or your other halfs, these people really care for you and they will always be there no matter what! So I decided to take a break from all the assignments and completely devote my time to my parents who visited me for Easter! I may sound old fashioned or childish if you wish but at the end of the day they always support me and motivate to carry on when I want to give up! Family is one of the most if not the most important value in our lives-success comes from the right work -life balance so if there is nobody to share our success with...what is it worth?

Wracam po trochę dłuższej przerwie . Przykro mi, że zostawiłam Was na tak długo , ale Wielkanoc postanowiłam spędzić z rodzicami , którzy przyjechali odwiedzić mnie w Londynie ! Pamiętam , kiedy byłam nastolatką , spędzanie czasu z rodziną wydawało się najgorszym planem na wolny czas , ale teraz ... cóż priorytety  się zmieniają ! Jakkolwiek banalnie to zabrzmi, czasami bycie z dala od swoich bliskich, sprawia, że ​​zdajemy sobie sprawę jak ważna jest  kultywowanie tych relacji . Czy  jest to rodzeństwo, rodzice czy nasze drugie połówki , tym ludziom naprawdę na Nas zależy i zawsze dla nas będą choćby nie wiem co ! Więc postanowiłam zrobić sobie przerwę od wszystkich zadań i całkowicie poświęcić mój czas moim rodzicom ! I choć może wydawać  się to staromodne i dziecinne , na koniec dnia  to oni zawsze będą mnie wspierać i motywować do działania , kiedy przyjdzie czas zwątpienia! Rodzina jest jedną z najważniejszych , jeśli nie najważniejszą wartością w naszym życiu – a sukces rodzi się z właściwej równowagi - praca - życie , więc jeśli nie ma się z kim podzielić naszym sukcesem  ... cóż  to jest wszystko warte?

 Foto Michal

Wearing Warehouse dress Kurt Geiger Boots Marks&Spencer trench Vintage bag Phase Eight Necklace

IN CONVERSATION WITH SHARON FERRARI - WOMAN BEHIND A NEW UNIQUE JEWELLERY BRAND-GEMINERA

Sharon was dreaming about starting her own jewellery business and guess what..she made it happen and she achieved the success! I have decided to find out a little bit more about her journey and what helped her to make her dream come true.

Tell me a little bit about your background… How was your journey to starting Geminera?

Starting my own jewellery brand has been something that I have always dreamed of doing. I have a real passion for beautiful jewellery and always have done, which is why I was so excited to start Geminera.

Where do you look for inspiration when you start buying a new collection?

I always keep a close eye on the catwalk, matched with what my market and customer are interested in. I regularly look through online magazines and blogs which I feel are relevant to who I’m trying to access in this industry.

What's the most rewarding aspect of your job?

I love hearing positive feedback from the pieces that I buy. I hand pick each stone so it’s important to me to know that  is appreciated and the pieces are enjoyed.

What has been your biggest challenge and success so far?

Quite simply, the biggest challenge has been to take that leap of faith to start this business, and the biggest success I have had so far, has been the launch 

Where do you find strength and motivation to overcome any obstacles that you come across? 

Starting my own jewellery business is something that I have always had ambition to do. Motivation comes from knowing that you can learn from your mistakes and move forward with a positive attitude.

What success means to you?

Happiness. If I’m  happy, I consider myself successful

What is your creative process like?

I take inspiration from those that I admire, trust and look up to. When I’m on my buying trips through India, it’s difficult not to be creative and inspired by one of the most beautiful and inspirational countries in the world.

What does a typical day look like for you?

It’s usually out of bed by 6.30am, breakfast comprises of lots of tea! I check my emails and print off orders which have come through overnight; I then ensure the item/s are checked and packaged in one of our beautiful wooden lacquered boxes, the posted out to the buyer.

As India are about 5 ½ hours behind the UK, I need to discuss any new ideas/queries as early in the morning as possible. I try to end the day at 5.30pm to allow me to spend time with loved ones, relax and have fun!

Which other jewellery designers have inspired you?

I own pieces from all sides of the jewellery industry spectrum. By that I mean I am lucky enough to own a piece from Cartier, however I also love brands such as Mawi, Monirca Vinader and Alex Monroe

Who would you say your collection is designed for?

I couldn’t necessarily pin point a specific type of woman (or man!) however I would like to feel that the pieces are bought by people who like to feel unique, special and comfortable with who they are. My pieces are not for mass market, they’re one of a kind as is my customer.

If you could only wear one piece of jewellery for the rest of your life, what would it be?

My engagement ring

What is your most cherished wardrobe staple?

I have the most wonderful little black dress from Marni which has been in my wardrobe longer than I can remember. As they say, every woman should have the perfect LBD!

What are your hopes for the future and for the Geminera brand?

The biggest plan I have for Geminera in 2014 is to expand the collections exponentially. I dipped my toe in the water of buying the pieces in 2013, and the reaction to the brand has been so wonderful that it has given me the confidence to believe in what my customers like. I’ll also be looking at stocking independent jewellery designers from the UK which will be very exciting.

What piece of advice would you give to aspiring designers/what is your recipe of success?

The biggest advice I could give to aspiring entrepreneurs/designers/buyers, is to have the confidence that you can launch a successful business. It takes a lot to break off and take the step, but you have to have faith in yourself first and foremost. You might surprise yourself

VOGUE FESTIVAL FEVER...GETTING READY

Vogue Festival has finally arrived and I couldn't be more excited. But when the time came to pick up the outfit I obviously freaked out...because with the wardrobe splitting at the seams ... I just didn't have anything to wear! Well ok I exaggerate a little bit here but we have all been there- the situation comes when you want to look the best of the best because you have important meeting, date, and interview or you are just attending the speech with Naomi Campbell and Franca Sozzani-Italian Vogue editor :-)  I was going to meet the biggest names in fashion and felt like I really had to make an effort to look perfect! So after a little panic attack I finally found the perfect outfit - which as always was all about my crazy me ... a splash of bright colours to keep me hyper energetic (this spring is 

shockingly

 about flowers! ;-)  and white to add a touch of official chic! See the effects here.

W końcu nadszedł czas na Vogue Festival i nie mogłam być bardziej podekscytowana. Ale kiedy przyszedł moment, aby wybrać strój oczywiście zaczął się dramat ... bo z szafą pękającą w szwach ... Ja po prostu nie miałam się w co ubrać! No ok, przesadzam trochę tutaj, ale wszystkie przez to przeszłyśmy -sytuacje, gdy chcesz wyglądać najlepiej jak potrafisz, bo masz ważne spotkanie, randkę czy wywiad lub po prostu masz uczestniczyć w rozmowie z Naomi Campbell i Franca Sozzani- redaktor naczelną włoskiego Vogue :-) Miałam spotkać największe nazwiska w świecie mody i czułam, że naprawdę muszę dołożyć starań, aby wyglądać perfekcyjnie! Więc po krótkim ataku paniki w końcu znalazłam idealny strój - który odzwierciedlał w pełni mój nieco szalony temperament ... żywe  kolory, aby mnie  wprawić w hiper energiczny nastrój (tej wiosny kwiaty są w modzie-szok! ;-)  i biel, aby dodać odrobinę oficjalnego szyku! Zobaczcie efekty.

Foto Michal

Coat No Label Shirt Zara Trousers H&M Bag Monnari Necklace Vintage Shoes BCB Generation Bracelet Pandora

CHERRIES IN THE PARK

     

Last weekend we have seen more and more sunshine in London, which put me in such a summery mood.  I decided to wear my favourite baby blue cherry dress and relax in the park while playing some badminton. As much as appreciate the fact that the dress might be not very suitable outfit for this kind of sport...who said that you can't look stylish while playing in the park! Plus for me baby blues, pistachio greens and pale pinks are the colours of summer and happiness – and cherries just add a touch of joy. That’s why I just LOVE SS14 Burberry Prorsum collection simply because it epitomizes all of them! Now it really feels like summer!

W ostatni weekend widzieliśmy coraz więcej słońca w Londynie, które wprowadziło mnie w letni nastrój. Postanowiłam założyć  moją ulubioną blado błękitną sukienkę w wisienki I zrelaksować się w parku, grając w badmintona . Oczywiście doskonale zdaję sobie sprawę, że sukienka może nie być odpowiednim strojem dla tego rodzaju sportu ... ale kto powiedział, że nie można wyglądać stylowo podczas wygłupów w parku!  Plus dla mnie dziecięce błękity, pistacjowe zielenie i blade róże są kolorami lata i szczęścia - a czereśnie po prostu dodają odrobinę radości. Dlatego po prostu KOCHAM kolekcjię Burberry Prorsum na wiosnę/lato 14 głównie dlatego, że uosabia wszystkie z nich! Teraz naprawdę czuje się jakby było lato!

Burberry Prorsum SS14 Show

 

 

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