Friday, August 14, 2015

Orla Kiely Brabantia Bins Now at Amara

Brabantia Orla Kiely Retro Bin
12L $151
20L $194
30L $210

Amara is now selling the Orla Kiely Brabantia trash bins AND they ship for free to the US! This is only the second place I've ever been able to find that ships these bins to the US (Scandinavian Design Center is the other). I'm so happy that these are offered at Amara now because I don't have to worry about international fees or shipping. 


Now, I just have to convince my husband that we need an Orla Kiely trash bin :)

Appy Birthday from Orla Kiely!

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Orla Kiely AW15 Stem: Little Owl in Moss & Grey and Candy & Red

This is probably one of Orla Kiely's coolest creations yet. First of all, this collection features a new print - the Little Owl (not to be confused with the Big Owl) in the colorways Candy & Red and Moss & Grey (my favorite of the two.) But what's most interesting about this collection is that the bags are...reversible! Such a cool idea! I've actually never really been much of a fan of the quilted nylon collections, but this one is SO adorable! I like that you can have the Little Owl print on the outside for those days you want to have a fun and quirky look, and then just simply reverse it when you want something more simple and classic.

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Backpack
£89

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Backpack
£89

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Tote
£79

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Tote
£79

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Mini Messenger
£69
Because I don't need yet another backpack, I think I like this Mini Messenger the best out of the whole collection. This would make a great work bag or diaper bag.

Little Owl Quilted Reversible Mini Messenger
£69

Little Owl Big Zip Wallet
£59

Little Owl Big Zip Wallet
£59

Little Owl Pencil Case
£25

Little Owl Pencil Case
£25

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Orla Kiely for Clarks Fall/Winter 2015 Collection


The Orla Kiely for Clarks Fall/Winter 2015 Collection is now available for preview on the UK site, however, select styles are already available for purchase from the US site (the collection officially launches September 4, 2015). I definitely like this collection better than last year's because there's more floral patterns, and the colors are more wearable for me (well, almost all of them. The Gold Sparkle pairs are fun and pretty to look at, but I'll probably only ever have one or two occasions to wear them to).


Orla Amelia
Available in Brown, Blue, and Pink
$260
Available now in Blue Leather!
I'm going to start with my absolute favorites - the Orla Amelia. I'm in love with the floral print on the brown colorway. The low chunky heel makes these wearable to work, and its overall simplicity makes these easy to pair with many different outfits.


Orla Angelina
Available in Black Croc, Gold Sparkle, and Pink
$240
Available now in Black Croc!
Another great option for work and everyday wear! The Black Crocs are definitely calling my name!


Orla Alice
Available in Brown and Black Croc
£130
These shoes are so preppy and quirky and I love them, especially in the brown colorway!


Orla Abigail
Available in Gold Sparkle, Black Croc, and Brown
$260
Available now in Black!
Wow, what a fun pair of party shoe these would be! The Gold Sparkle colorway would look fabulous paired with a cocktail dress at a holiday party.


Orla Andie
Available in Navy Floral and Black Croc
$260
Available now in Black Croc!
I love boots, but I'm still in love with last season's Daphne Boots, which I never got a chance to buy, but I'm still hunting them down at Clarks' outlet stores, so if any of you have any leads, please share them with me!


Orla Agatha
Available in Brown and Black Croc
£150
Another fun pair of flats, these remind me so much of the Dr. Marten's I used to wear all throughout high school. I still own a pair of Mary Janes that I loved so much, and even though I don't wear them much anymore, I can't part with them because they have so much sentimental value to me. These Agathas bring on so many feelings of 90s nostalgia :)


Orla Audrey
Available in Blue Floral and Black
$290
Available now in Black!
What a funky pair of boots these are! I think the Blue Florals would be fun to wear!

What do you think of this collection? Any favorites so far?

Sunday, August 9, 2015

20% off Orla Kiely for Brabantia Bins

Through August 31st, all Brabantia bins are 20% off at Scandinavian Design Center. So far, this is the only place I've been able to find that ships these bins to the US, and shipping is free on orders over $199!

On sale $120 (originally $150)

On sale $150 (originally $187)

On sale $160 (originally $200)

Saturday, August 8, 2015

Orla Kiely Single Bigspot Shadow Flower Cushions

Wow, there've been so many new Orla Kiely pillows lately! First, there were the Sunflower and Spot Flower decorative pillows at Target. And now at Amara, there's the Shadow Flower, Bigspot Shadow Flower, AND these Single Bigspot Shadow Flower cushions. As the name would suggest, these pillows have one single print, so if you're not into the repeating patterns of the previous pillows and are looking for a single bold graphic, then these are the cushions for you. Which one is your favorite?

$59

$59

$59

Friday, August 7, 2015

Orla Kiely Bigspot Shadow Flower Cushions

More Orla Kiely pillows have been added to Amara's site, this time in the Bigspot Shadow Flower print and in a larger size - 59 cm x 59 cm - and therefore, a higher price point of $74. Just like the Shadow Flower cushions, each side has a reversed color scheme. You can choose from Nutmeg (my favorite!), Grass, or Lemon.