Elyse & i Journal

A peek behind the seams — stories, style notes, and snippets from designer Emily Cheetham. Expect a mix of fashion musings, travel inspiration, and crafty DIY ideas.

Chasing Rainbows

Katie Kay @instantgoddess recently swapped her sun-drenched, tropical life to head back ‘home’ to London.  Known in Singapore as one half of local designer champions and style influencers, @MsYinMsYang, Katie...

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Sassy Styling Sarah

I love Hong Kong for it's cosmopolitan craziness and vibrant culture.  From the escalator rides taking you from central up to mid-levels, to the serenity of the Peak and back down again...

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Suits You Sir

That the suit or blazer be limited to ‘business attire’ is an outdated notion nowadays.  Just scroll through IG and you’ll find a ton of posts of #ootd sharers wearing...

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Lust List: STARS

Reach for the stars and embrace this fun trend.  Stars are everywhere - emblazoned on bags & belts, star printed clothing, embroidered onto shoes - the solar-inspired force is strong...

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Regal Frenzy

What a weekend that was.  I don't think I have been so transfixed by a Royal Wedding since, I suspect, Prince Charles and Diana's in 1981 (yes, I am that...

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Lust List - YELLOW

Yellow just makes everyone feel happy.  Whether it's egg yolk or sunshine, mustard or citrus, yellow has smile-inducing properties.  It is also a very on-point colour, so I've collected some...

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Matisse Made Me

Art has always been in my heart and many moons ago, I was heading to university to study it.  A last minute change of direction - brought about by realising...

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Animal Instincts

Animal print is no stranger to fashion - it has trended on and off since as early as the 1920's.  Divides opinion? I'd say.  No one wants to unintentionally channel...

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