anyone have a spare couple of hundred dollars they want to spend on me.
yep, thanks, that would be great :)
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Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Thursday, July 4, 2013
basics
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I have decided that I need to re-invent my style, and re-jig the way I dress. A lot has changed over the last 8 months and I no longer want to dress in the same way as I used to. I want to dress in a classic, simple, no fuss way- concentrating on quality fabrics, simple silhouettes and comfortable, yet, sophisticated pieces. All this means investing (even though clothes are hardly an investment...) in items, which make me feel good and comfortable in my own skin. I don't want to show off my body, or draw attention to myself, other than to say I look effortlessly stylish (this would be the ultimate compliment).
Gone are my patterned pant days.
Anyway half of the items in this set are pieces I am seriously considering buying. In fact, check back in this time tomorrow, and I may just have purchased them (planning a shopping trip as we speak). These being the bag, dress and boots. The boots remind me a lot of these Acne numbers, which are kinda rad, but, I don't know, I think I actually like these a little better. Good thing too because they are a fraction of the price. The dress is very different to what I would normally wear. I have never delved into full length skirts before (I detest the word maxi) but think now may be the time to give them a try. Its lovely and comfortable too, which ticks some boxes. And, despite my continued searches, I have not found another black (affordable) bag, which I like better than this Status Anxiety one. Sure, I have found plenty of beautifully simple and elegant ones (which I love) but are so far out of my price range it is not even worth mentioning them. It do need another visit, however, before I completely make my mind up.
The other items in the set are just to fill the gaps really, but I am desperately in want of a VPL bra and how amazing is that Acne jacket- I die, I die, I die!
Clothing slash shopping aside, I have been riding a rather fun bircher fetish. So far I have sampled the goods at Monk Bodhi Dharma (probably my favourite haunt at the moment) and Top Paddock, both of which were seriously yum! I recommend them both! I have also started a new foodie job this week and am loving every moment of it! It feels so good to be working again.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
brrrrrr
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Wednesday, June 12, 2013
back in black
Wow. I know! Where have I been??
Things have been a little unsettled,slash, gone a bit haywire for the last few months– hence my extended absence. But, alas, I am back.
The winter weather has struck Melbourne and I found myself rather unprepared for the cool temperatures. I have no current desire to splash my wardrobe with any colour whatsoever, instead all I want to wear is black, grey and navy. This season I am focusing even more on the concept of quality not quantity and plan to invest in a small number of good quality items that will last. So the emphasis is on simplicity and wearability.
Number one on my purchase list is a black leather bag. I visited this Status Anxiety one the other day and it was really lovely. My budget is not all that generous, so it would be a good (and dare I say, cheaper) option than the Chloé and Marc alternatives. I know I've done a post on black bags before, and I think my criteria is generally the same. It has to be simple, a good size, not too many zips and 'bling' and made from soft leather.
Right to left, bottom to top
Florabotanica by Balenciaga
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Clockwise from left
3. Alexander McQueen iphone sleeve and cuff
I want to dress in a way that is simple, yet classic, and elegant. I think there is really something to be said about, not only buying expensive clothing (this is really only the first step), but being able to wear them in a way that gives justice. I sigh out loud when I see expensive, beautiful garments worn in a way which, undermines their beauty. I cannot imagine how frustrating this is for the designer and I can only hope that they never see their clothes being worn in such a way.
I think there is also a way in which we can dress to look expensive, classy and elegant without spending extreme amounts of money. Dressing to suit our bodies is, in my opinion, the most important aspect. And not following trends for the sake of being "cool". You will always look and feel better if you instead concentrate on wearing things that suit you and reflect your personality.
So, having blabbed on a bit too much (feel free to gloss over my rambles), this is my dream outfit at the moment. I don't think I will ever tire of Balenciaga's derby boots, and Acne make the perfect denim jackets. Paired with a simple, clean cut Wang shirt dress and Comme des Garçon clutch (plus some sneaky phone and arm bling) I think this outfit is the image of sophistication and cool.
Monday, February 11, 2013
oh like!
There are times in life when I wish there was a mammoth 'like' button hovering in space.
The following collection of things had me breathing 'oh like!' and reaching desperately for that imaginary button. Oyster mag have a fab page called 'oh like' for exactly this purpose- sharing things that cause the 'oh like' moment.
POP magazine available Feb 20
Monday, December 31, 2012
in between
For all those disappointing Summer days when baring your legs is not really an appealing option.
I am currently loving the loose-fit, cropped nature of summery denim, and paired with a soft white tee-shirt and some comfy sandals there is really no better solution to those in-between days.
Clockwise from top left:
2. Balmain tee
5. ASOS sandals
Monday, December 17, 2012
Saturday, December 15, 2012
greeeeeeeeeen (and black and white)
when did I become so monochromatic? in a time when fluorescent and all things bright seem to be everywhere, I find myself flinching in rather sun-squinting agony at all things iridescent and bold. Summer seems to bring out this plethora of unwanted and unconsidered shades, blinding us into believing that wearing neon on neon is a good idea.
I think not. This summer I will be reclining in the comfort of black and white...hopefully joined by some of my friends like this ksubi dress and nike trainers...
A christmas wish list of the likes....
Sunday, November 18, 2012
ox blood
Ever since I saw these pictures of ultra babes Alexa Chung and Rumi (fashiontoast) wearing head to toe burgundy I have been rather infatuated with the shade.
This A. Wang leather skirt is at the centre of my infatuation...in all its über simple, leathery glory. I can just imagine the softness of the leather.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012
spring into action (i.e 2013)
i must admit i was not all that enthralled by the array of spring 2013 collections. despite my usual enthusiasm for fashion week's offerings, few designers had me feeling anything more than mild excitement.
alexander wang never fails to deliver, and the collection of laser cut, crisp white dresses and heady leatherwear was very much pleasing– albeit it rather expected, and a little lacking in refreshing juices (if you know what i mean).
stella mc cartney steered away from her previous vision of digital prints and floral explosions, presenting something all the more crisp and clean. the boxy silhouettes and lowered waist lines made for a rather masculine theme only to be challenged by the plunging v neck lines and dramatically split hemlines.
acne had me drawn in by the concept of layering loose fitting clothes with tailored, tighter pieces, and balenciaga's focus on box-like silohuette, and tissue-like skirts was also a source of inspiration.
a wang
leather, zips, laser cut, semi sheer, iridescent whites, straight lines, raw cut hems
stella mc cartney
sheer white fabrics, brushed suede heels, muted grey, masculine dropped waists, middle parted hair
acne
baggy, loose fabrics, de-feminised skirts and dresses, biker boots with floaty fabrics, supreme-like printed tees, muscle tops
balenciaga
boxy shapes, midriffs, tissue-like shirts, gathers and pleats, up-down hair do, high waists and short hems
Monday, June 25, 2012
resort '13 wrap up
I feel like the resort collections this season show a lot of relevance to melbourne winter. it is not often that melbourne weather patterns, in all their waves of shivery/warming glory coincide with what the models are wearing on the catwalks half way around the world.
So, the fact that we winter dwellers can draw inspiration direct from the european, american and british design houses is quite a novelty, and well, quite frankly damn exciting.
Here is a wrap-up of my favourite collections (I am becoming more and more of a fan of the resort collections for their absolute wearability) and the key themes and ideas I will be drawing upon for inspiration when dressing this winter.
3.1 phillip lim
white hair, triangular shapes, paper-bag brown, sky-blue, black and white, tailoring, short hems
acne
box-like shaping, dropped hemlines, 'long and lean' accentuated by limp hair-dos, pale blue, cream and white
balenciaga
insipid colour palettes, dark lip colour, parted hair, black vs. ballet tones, wearing colours that 'don't suit'
celine
leopand, leather, white matched with off-white, crisp folds, dropped hemlines, emerald green and navy blue, zips
louis vuitton
wide legged pants, accentuated waist lines, crew necks, pink, textured knits
stella mccartney
leopard, lace, fringing, box shapes, hollographics, monochromatic layering, limp wavy hair, sheep skin fur
t by alexander wang
v shapes, androgyny, bomber jackets, tailored vs. loose fitting, black with grey, hoodies, meshed fabrics, hints of sheer
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