Still Life in Motion: Animated Gifs

I realize animated gifs have been flying around the web lately (again), but I couldn't help myself here.  I'm really inspired by these two images in particular, so I just had to post them.  Also, I saved these so long ago and I forgot to file their source... forgive me.  Enjoy!

So beautiful and radiant.  Loving the subtle necklace movement too.

Who doesn't love a levitating woman?  Especially one from the good old days.

I want an Abici Bicycle

...Yes I really do.  I pretty much drool whenever I visit the Abici website, and I cannot wait for the day I have one of these babies to myself!

Abici bicycles are handmade in Italy, and are "simple and harmonious with... retro simplicity and hi-tech features... [making them] recognisable and pure".

As you may know by now, I'm a stickler for good branding/design, attention to detail and presentation.  These bikes have it all.  In addition to loving their logo, I really enjoy the evolution graphic found on the site's intro page.

My Abici model of choice is their Granturismo Donna, available in several gorgeous colours.  I still can't decide on which colour to go with, but it's a toss-up between the purple, olive, light blue... um, I think I'm about to list every colour.  I'll have to make up my mind upon seeing them all side-by-side in real life.

Photography & Graphics Inspiration//Obsession

These images are many, but I must admit I'm obsessed with each and every one of them, and thus I cannot cut the list down any further. All images here are sourced from one of my new favourite photo blogs Forever Foxy, where you'll find links to the original image source.  Happy scrolling.

 

Location Hunting: Metropolis Living

Although rainy and dreary, today was a very productive day.  I met with my graphics team (Karolina and Neil of The White Room) to brainstorm lookbook shoot ideas.  We became so location-inspired that we took our meeting on the road over to the Junction to scout some industrial chic backdrops. While we decided that this was NOT what we will end up with (final photoshoot location is currently a well-kept secret), we couldn't help ourselves in the awesome new Metropolis Living store.  I'm totally crazy about this new store, and will be paying a visit again very soon. 

Karolina inspects the tall industrial ruler (far left), which she and Neil bought!

We all fell in love with this black globe.... I'm still thinking about it...

Fun with vintage lettering!

So much to see.  I could spend hours in here.

Currently on the lookout for similar vintage glove forms, but smaller.

This sign/logo is my least favourite part of the store.

OOAK Show Roundup - Thank You!

The One of a Kind Show was awesome. Thanks to all of you who came out to visit the booth and support Biko. I'm so lucky to have you guys on my side!

Here are some last photos of the final booth design and the campaign presentation in the centre aisle. I also did some jewellery-making demos throughout the show, which went well but were pretty funny as I had to sit right in front of a larger-than-life poster of my face.... a little awkward nonetheless.

Biko in the Press: March 2011

With the new site launch and the One of a Kind Show, we've been bad at keeping you updated on our latest press features.  For what hasn't already been featured on the blog, see below: