July 30, 2011

Break on Through

 



So I got a question for you...

What is your favourite fashion magazine?

I've got a few faves and must reads but, like music, I'm always on the lookout for some fresh inspiration... And since you guys are scattered all across the world, I'd love your help :)  Annnnd this fabulous maxi skirt by Wish is up for grabs for one of the lucky answer-ers... Peek the giveaways page on how to enter.

Happy Saturday!
❤ Mojo x


July 29, 2011

I Scream for... Messina!

 



When I moved to Sydney, this was the first place I hit for my sweet-toothed addiction.
I mean, really... Salted caramel with white chocolate chip? Peanut butter and jelly? Kaffir lime and white pepper? Banana Bread with real banana bread chunks? 
ETC!

So the other day we were out filming for a little project I'm working on when I took a break for some much needed sugar... Luckily I'd managed to direct the shoot towards Victoria Street and low and behold, there was Messina... How "lucky". Hehehe :)



July 27, 2011

About my Collection!


This is exciting!
My little sketches have turned into a REAL collection for a real fashion label to be stocked in real stores... So you'll be hearing more about how I'm working with Australian label Azuki as the clothing hits stores in the coming months! But for now, this is like a little introduction :)

I'm heading back to Perth this weekend to record my BRAND NEW SINGLE for release alongside my collection with Azuki... Can't WAIT to show you everything I've been building behind the scenes here in MojoLand :)

The music, fashion, art and overall vibe of what I'm about to bring you is basically my dream world. So I'm having a blast and I hope you're enjoying the journey!!

See you on the flip side luvahs.

❤ MoJo x

If you are a boutique or store and wish to view and stock my capsule collection for S11 - the buying period has begun so please contact Azuki for details on 02 9281 5282



July 25, 2011

An Open Letter...

I think it's time I introduced myself.
I am a collector of all things random.
A contradiction of highs and lows, words and colours, pictures and melodies. 
A story teller who takes inspiration from music, art, fashion and life.
I am a chaos addict born under the sun sign of Leo.

My name is Morgan.
Welcome to my little corner of the universe.

No matter how you stumbled onto my yellow brick road, I'm grateful that you wanna come along for the trip. Coz this is the best part... the part that I really like...

Sorry, I've been lying to you. 
Up until now you've really only seen my side notes, the shell of what I'm about... 
And before we get into bed together and continue our relationship, I need to be honest. So here's a little slice of history - so we can keep rockin' in full technicolour.


(A SNAPSHOT OF OLDEN DAYS)

And then I ditched it all.
 On Sunday July 3rd 2011, I wrote something on my arm as a permanent reminder to stay true to who I am at my essence... And to trust myself.
"Prendre le Risque"
The literal french translation of 
'Take The Risk'

(A SNAPSHOT OF THE CROSSROADS)


Music is like a snapshot in time.
It captures the moment you are in.
Then you grow a little and take more.
Fashion is like the album those snapshots land in.
I've taken boxes worth of shots but they've been in black and white.
They've been torn, trodden on, lost in translation.
But I'm finally free.
And I'm ready to share my ride with you.

Music will always have my heart but sometimes I'll lend it out.
This big work of art has a synergy that only comes from letting go of fear.
And taking a risk.



My name is Morgan Joanel.
I am a musician, a fashion designer and an artist.
I like to play with fire and fairytales, demons and sparkledust.
Together we can go from the dark side to somewhere over the rainbow... And back again.
So watch closely, 
the devil's in the detail baby. 

Welcome to MojoMade.

NEW MUSIC. NEW FASHION. NEW ART.
NOW BROADCASTING IN FULL COLOUR.

July 23, 2011

Madison Magazine


I have every single issue of Madison Magazine that's ever been printed.
Since the very first one with Sienna Miller on the cover, I've got them all.
It's like my version of stamp collecting. You could say I'm addicted.
(Issues 1-60 were part of my life in Perth and are taking up space at my mum's house hehe)

Anyways, I've been in need of new make-up brushes lately and was going to stock up this weekend when low and behold, Madison have a little set of brushes and travel folder as the free gift with this month's issue! Always saving me with a free gift, they are!

Happy Saturday!
MoJo x


July 22, 2011

Telling Cocktails @ MsG's


Spent a rainy night in the warmth of MsG's a few nights ago... Asian inspired cuisine with kooky little finds like the scrumptious mini burgers!

My favouritest thing thing that keeps me coming back?
 The sealed Pina Colada cocktail with little bubble pearls.
It's a little different to the usual and deliciously inspired!


July 21, 2011

Tavi Blazer Giveaway!






Time for another giveaway luvahs!!
There was such an awesome response to this sweet little blazer by Wish that the lovely girls there have let me give one away to one of you!! It's super easy, here's how you can win you're very own dusty pink Tavi Blazer...

1. Tell me in 25 words or less...
"What is your favourite fashion find"

2. Email your answer, name, dress size and city (location) to me:
mojomade[@]hotmail.com
*Use TAVI as Subject line

3. Add me on facebook: http://facebook.com/mojotrain

*Competition is open to all international entries and will close on Wednesday July 27th - winner announced on this blog on Thursday July 28th 2011

GOOD LUCK!
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July 20, 2011

French Inspiration...


A little French inspiration...
I just got a new tattoo which is in French, and after seeing this entry for the Azuki giveaway I thought it only fitting that she be the winner...




Known only as:
Liz H, from Sydney...
described the Azuki top in these three words with this entry:

Ethereal
Dreamy
 (Mo)Jolie, 
(which is French for an object just as pretty as anything on MoJomade ie. très, très jolie ;)

Hehe - isn't she sweet!

NEW GIVEAWAY TOMORROW!
♥ MoJo x

July 19, 2011

Jewelry Born From Life.

Life, Luck and Prosperity takes a spin in the dreamer's eyes.
"The Catcher" is a lucky switcher of moods...

This is a story about music, love, life and new beginings.
Embracing an end to find a start.
"Ambition."


Been busy making new jewelry over the weekend... You can find these pieces in the SHOP here on my blog - or if you're an Etsy lover, visit my store there too :) 
There's only limited numbers available.
Love MoJo x


July 17, 2011

Minty Meets Munt


Can't get enough of Minty Meets Munt lately... 
So I thought I'd take you on a tour of one of my fave little shops.
=

So I've been imagining these boots for the past few months, having no idea they actually existed until I saw them in the window of Minty Meets Munt. I was working out which credit card to max but my bestie Jacqui talked me out of it... She naughtily snuck back there to buy them AND the gorgeous floppy boho hat as an early birthday present.

I ask you, what better friend can a girl have that one that gives her boots like THESE?!

I am so lucky.


July 16, 2011

Buttons & Boots



Caught this little double breasted button up jumpsuit in a seconds store, and it's one of my fave throw on'S... Add the oversized vest and voi-la... Saturday-Market-Strolling ready! :)
Boots, get ready for a work out.


July 15, 2011

Fringing Makes Me Happy.


New Boots!
They were on sale last week for $50 at one of my favourite Saturday haunts in Surry Hills - Minty Meets Munt. I'll admit, I'll most likely be skulking around in the shadows of this ridiculously amazing store this weekend to see what else I can find there :)


Top: Azuki
Jeans: "Skinny Tube" by Jeanswest
Boots: "Chicago Bootie" by mintymeetsmunt.com
Feather Necklace: Pilgrim
Sunglasses & Bag: Vintage

July 14, 2011

Nothing Rhymes With Orange.






I just scored some new *old* threads from one of my fave online vintage stores LA Vintage...
Seriously in LOVE with orange right now.
Seriously in love with this little number.
Now I want more :(
Dress: Vintage from http://lavintage.com
Hat: Agent Ninetynine from http://generalpants.com