I've moved on...
...to a different domain. Why, what were you thinking? The truth is, I just woke up one day and decided it's time for a change—a metamorphosis, if you will; or, in layman's terms, if Britney can shave her head, then maybe so can I? Nevertheless, it's been a rather handsome 10 years of talking to you, and thank you for putting up with all my moodswings and terrible dad jokes. Fear not! The hormonal imbalance and jokes are more terrible on CUBICLE, see you there.

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art direction SHINI PARK photography & styling TEAM PARK & CUBE created with support from THE SOFA & CHAIR COMPANY
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Draw me like one of your French girls
Meet Rose. Not named after colour but the fact that it pulls the user gradually down into a posture not unlike the ‘Draw me like one of your French girls’ scene in Titanic. You know this posture very well, one that epitomises comfort and general sexy vibes, yeah that one. And also the fact that technically it’s a two-seater but there sure ain’t any space for Jack on this surface once the Mindy Project goes on. (Sorry Leo) Arms splayed, one foot thrown over the backrest and the other somewhere in a Dorito’s bag – this how I like my 5-minute breaks.

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Blazer & Skirt – Filippa K. Trousers – Filippa K. Gold cap Heels – YSL. Clutch – Whistles (similar).

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Bracelet – Meriko London. Skirt – ASOS. Off-the-shoulder top – Topshop.

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…see the world one more time with rose-tinted shades.

Rose is a great gal, soft but of solid build, great legs too. One afternoon in May I had spent an embarrassing amount of time at the Sofa & Chair Company, doing laps around the showrooms and then poring over fabric books as thick as my forearm. They are known to specialise in bespoke, luxury furniture, and I was in the market for a sofa. If you follow on Pinterest you’ll have noticed this little corner of my brain that still hasn’t reached puberty, clearly one that saw an opportunity and yelled ‘PINK, Let’s just do pink’ after hours of umming and ahhing and many a frazzled nerves of those waiting for me to decide. Six weeks later I met Rose, and I was enamoured by the result. (It could’ve been worse, I have a secret Austin Powers board) The blush fabric (Fabric: KOBE – Samba 38) was pulled over the supple foam-wrapped feather cushioning of the Renoir, and the light bounced cheekily off the dimples created by pulled buttons covered also, in linen blush-pink fabric. A cloud-grey piping (KOBE – 8) swept the edges and married perfectly with the marble coffee table. I was in love.

Ignore my brash Dorito-infused lifestyle for a moment, I’m marking this sofa an icon of awesome spontaneity, and small a reminder to see the world one more time with rose-tinted shades before this sarcasm becomes my identity and it’s too late.

Stay tuned for Part 2: The (gruelling) customization process and a tour of the Sofa & Chair Company factory (specifically, a room filled floor-to-ceiling with pastel-coloured foam, or also known as CAN I HAS DIS).

Shoes – Senso. Coat – Filippa K

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Jumpsuit – Dagmar.

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  1. LOve this color!

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  3. Amazing work.

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  4. You never ceases to amaze me with your work. You are seriously the most creative and innovative bloggers out there. You also have the most hilarious and entertaining Snapchat too.
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  5. La Bijoux Bella | by mia

    Beautiful colour and presentation. Parfait outfits and fabulous furniture. Lovely photos. :)

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  6. Stunning!! x

  7. I saw a similar sofa at West Elm in the same sort of blush tone. I thought my partner would think it too girly but this post just made me think “who the f cares? I’m buying it” so thanks for giving me that excuse to get it.

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  8. I’ve never seen such a sexier sofa before. Oh, Rose… you tease. PS your snaps on doing the “blush” image was epic! So cool seeing you work as creepy as that is!

  9. Beautiful work as per usual Shini! I think I’m going to have to convince my other half into having a pink sofa now!

  10. This could literally be on a billboard.

    Watching your creative process for this editorial on Snapchat makes me appreciate the imagery a million times more (and gives me all the more reason to extend my own web content beyond block script and uniform rectangular imagery)!

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  11. All aspects, big and small, of this editorial are at a fresh level of creative. This is why you’ll always be my favorite blogger ☺

  12. Great pics !

  13. What a stunning post Shini. We are thrilled that you like our bar bracelet.

    The sofa is absolutely gorgeous too.

  14. Amazing colours going on. Love it.

    xx

  15. I love these colours, neutral yet feminine! It was really interesting to see the hand-lettering in the making on Snapchat, your editorials get better and better each time I swear.

    Emma ♥︎ » Paris by Friday

  16. Great editorial. I’m so Inspired as usual :)

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  17. I really love the grainy feel of some of the pictures, it takes me back to a time when pictures were taken with film… And i love the way you pose on that gorgeous sofa. I imagine a lady’s executive officer with this pink couch and a lovely pink briefcase over it – http://ellenvicius.com/sinead.html.

  18. Absolutely gorgeous shade of pink and I’m a sucker for anything with pulled buttons! The big question remains: is your new sofa Doritos-proof?
    Fabulous work as always, Shini :-)
    XO,
    Izzy
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  19. Whoa! Incredible!!! I love everything about this.
    Your poses, the sofa, its color, its texture, your outfits – everything is perfect!!!
    First time to your blog and I love it! Do visit me too.
    I’ve just relocated to the UK and I’d be so happy to have your support for my blog! :)
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  20. great photos

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  21. so inspiring as usual.

  22. Chantal perin

    Sublime couleur, ravissantes photos, originales et délicates…Thank you !

  23. the pale pink reminds me of miu miu. love as always.
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  24. good to see you with this. I like the way you are expressing things. keep it up and keep going good.

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  25. OMG I just love your blog. You are so inspiring!
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  26. OMG I just love your blog. You are so inspiring!
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  27. OMG I just love your blog. You are so inspiring!
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  28. Who needs a slim gal when you’ve got a sturdy sofa like Rose who’s there for you as you shout at the character in the tele for hiding in the most obvious place where the killer will find them or as you bawl your eyes out because you ran out of Dorito watching the MasterChef… Brilliant as always Cherie~

  29. i love watching bts of these shoots from your snapchat!!! hahaha i’m a fan of your assistant btw :P

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  33. I’m loving the skort/tshirt combo here. I wish the plaid skort was still in stores! Totally loving your high pony as well!
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  37. PS your snaps on doing the “blush” image was epic! So cool seeing you work as creepy as that is

  38. I like your choice in shoes. The ballet shoes are really pretty.

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