New In: Porcupine

I have been slightly intrigued by Pamela Love's porcupine necklace/earring collection of F/W 2011. 

I have been less interested in Pamela Love's prices, which made me search on etsy for a similar character pair of earrings.

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Obviously, I found a beautiful pair for a better price. Not the total lookalikes, but a pair with a tribal and earthy character. They also sell them in neon yellow/pink necklace shape:

ph: Rawearthbeauty

I almost want to post a disclaimer that I haven't been promoted to mention this seller, and that it's my own purchase venture, but that is obvious if you look at the size and amount of followers of my blog. : )

H&M Dragon Tatoo coat: Mackage inspired

I wrote 'Mackage inspired' in the title but I am quite shocked how much this coat looks like my 2008 Mackage coat:

The original Mackage:

The H&M Dragon Tatoo version:

Ok, the Mackage is truely more sophisticated with the leather belt, the delightfully braided-leather pockets and the gorgeous, knitted collar.

However, the idea of the zipper that can pull up on both sides and placed diagonally? Quite a rip-off!

My mackage coat (not in black, btw) has been a true winter staple. Probably my most expensive coat, but cheaper than Mackage is these days.

You can really feel the difference with Mackage and my other coats: that is probably because Mackage is a Canadian brand, and Canadian people do know their stern winters (compared to relatively warm summers). To cope with this kind of weather, you need a superior coat that keeps you toasty.

Moreover, Canadian winters do not allow to show much of your other clothes when on the street, so a good and stylish coat is more essential than almost any other staple of your wardrobe.