Givenchy.... was almost over you then....

Sometimes in life, you just have to accept that not every 'so-hot-right-now' item you long for will somehow end up in your wardrobe. I mean, I can go on for years if I was to sit here and talk about every single item I have seen in Vogue or Harper's that I have wanted so bad I would just about sell my soul to the devil if I could so much as wear it for one night. Of course you could go out and buy the rip-off version and own it like it was the real deal ("what you mean these look fake?"), but let’s face it, we all feel a bit payless when you are strutting down the street in your wana-be Chloe's or your imposter Gucci's and then you spot someone wearing what looks like the real thing.

This year I have been a little over the fakies and of course I still can't afford the designer must-haves, so I have been spending most of my money on vintage beauties that I know I can afford and know no one else will be wearing. Thanks to my lovely tailor who transforms my vintage finds to look like pieces of the current trend, I look and feel pretty unique and stylish (if I do say so myself).

Today however I was running an errand and walked past the Belinda store in the MLC building. If this were a time to allow silly abbreviations on this blog (which I swore to myself I just wouldn't do) this would be a definite OMG moment. I spotted the Givenchy blazer that I fell in love with when it was featured in countless magazines (I think it was UK Elle that I first spotted it in) a few months ago. I knew this was an “Amahhzing” (channelling Rachel Zoe) jacket and one that would make you feel like a million bucks. It looks even better in real life! I went from walking with a little pep in my step (TGI Friday walk) to looking like I was going for a part to play Droopy Dog. Why oh why I ask? I guess I will have to find something this weekend to cover that big hole I now have in my heart, and I guess, make one in my wallet? hmmm.

Love you Givenchy.
x

Finders Keepers - Autumn/Winter Markets Next Weekend!

Its Finders Keepers time again and I am really looking forward to it! This one is the Autumn/Winter Markets held at the same venue as last time - CarriageWorks in Sydney's Inner West and its on next weekend! Once again showcasing a new line up of amazing upcoming designers and artists from all around Australia.


The markets are FREE entry for all and feature live music, with the CarriageWorks cafe and bar open all day.



Where, When, How?


Friday 7th May from 6pm – 10pm
Saturday 8th May from 10am – 6pm


The inside foyer at CarriageWorks - 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015.
The pedestrian entrance is at the corner of Codrington Street and Wilson Street.


Love x

Mimco - Right HAIR, Right Now

Remember the days when Mummy would put lovely girly somethings in your hair and it would instantly make you look all pretty?
Mimco have a beautiful range of hair accessories at the moment that will definitely make you feel feminine and sweet. Headbands, hairclips and combs with lovely patterns and designs, flowers or bows. They also come in gorgeous colours to match every accessory or outfit.

Just another good way of making those wintery dulls come to life.

Love x

Agyness - Shaved

Oh my is there anything this girl can't pull off??? I would say ummm NO!...

love x

(ok ignore the shoes on this account though - hmm not sure I like those, but who is looking at the shoes right?)

Seven Hundred Photos

Get yourself down to Darlo Bar (306 Liverpool st, Darlinghurst) tomorrow night people, this sounds like a pretty cool thing to attend. I know I will be down there taking happy snaps (possibly squeeze in a new fb profile pic too - oh yeh!).

Seven Hundred Photos is part art show, part fashion show and part live photo shoot which will feature six artists and six designers working together to set up a photo shoot/installation in each hotel room, which will manifest into whatever the designers and artists dream up as their ultimate, once-in-a-life-time photo opportunity.

The audience? YOU. The multi-room photo shoot will be open to the public. You can bring along your cameras and snap away like crazy wandering from room to room.

Photographers - amateurs, professionals, anyone who turns up armed with a camera - who shoot on the night will be invited to post their photos to a blog - and the winner of the best shot of the show will be featured on bottles of Thirsty Artist wine, courtesy of the Darlo Bar and the Thirsty Artist competition.

In the seventh room, punters can try on the designer's garments and set up their own shoot.

Give me a fashion happy snap and a glass of vino and I am happily yours!

$2 donation to artists entry
$1 drinks – Hahn beer and Thirsty Artist wine

Love x

More Dash than Cash - Vogue

After discussing fashion magazines with a group of girls a couple weeks ago, I learned that a lot of girls (aged early to mid twenties) do not buy Vogue Australia because it doesn't provide them with fashion items at "affordable" prices. Whilst looking at all the pretty pictures of expensive clothing can be inspiring, they would much prefer a magazine that allows them to go and purchase what they see.

I believe there are countless magazines that provide you with that sort of thing if that is what you are after, and without getting into specifics I don't really bother buying those magazines (well definitely not as often as Vogue of course).

I have to point out that it is for that exact reason I buy Vogue every month without fail. I enjoy losing myself in a fantasy land of 'High End Fashion', fashion that isn't at arm's reach, fashion that can only inspire me.

UK Vogue have a section called 'More Dash Than Cash" which is a spread featuring fashion items the readers can afford to buy from chain stores such as Top Shop and the like (I am a big Top Shop Fan). Until March this year we did not have this section in our Vogue so I guess it comes to no surprise that Kirstie Clements has now decided to make it a permanent feature. I am sure a lot of girls are happy with this new change and will soon be buying Vogue on a regular basis. At first I was not so pleased. I guess because the first introduction to this new feature had items from stores I wouldn't dare step in (for fear of looking tacky or cheap) and Vogue has always been my bible of inspiration, it simply didn't make sense to have these items in my Vogue (yes I take these things very seriously).

This month however was much better. Featuring items that I would definitely buy and the styling was impressive and chic, with a yummy mix of winter must-haves. Does that mean I should now write to apologise for my blunt letter to Vogue regarding the first feature? Oops. Sorry! I love you!

love x

Love At First Sight

This spread is beautiful and feminine. Featured in this month's Aussie Vogue (reprint US Vogue March 10) and styled by the ever so talented Grace Coddington. Grace has the amazing ability to tell a story and bring it to life with every photo shoot she does. I absolutely love her work.

'Love at First Sight’ captures the sweet, feminine aura of a romantic Spring. Coddington dresses the girls in pieces from Alberta Ferretti, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Dior, Bottega Veneta, Dolce & Gabbana, YSL, Vera Wang and John Galliano among many other designers.

Florals are a staple in my closet no matter what the season.

love x

Fashion Warrior

One of the top looks at the moment is the Warrior Woman: Sci-fi chic meets tribal princess.

Balmain, Rodarte and Celine (to name a few) sent these looks down their runway for S/S 10.

This photo shoot features some of our top Aussie labels sporting this look, or should I say

Preparing for Battle!

love x

Camilla & Marc jacket Gary Bigeni coat Sass & Bide leggings, Stylists own ankle cuffs

Dion Lee dress 2 by Lyn & Tony scarf DL & Co. skull paper weights at Miles Mason Trading Co. Stylists own cuffs Marie Seguy earrings

Manning Cartell skirt Feaux fur jacket and chain at Grandma Takes A Trip Sass & Bide body harness

Camilla & Marc jacket Sass & Bide top Stylists own skirt and earrings Gianna Melanni heels

Romance Was Born dress Sass & Bide bracers Stylists own tank, necklace and earrings Cheap Monday cube cuff

Stylists own tank Vintage belt worn as necklace from Grandma Takes A Trip

Sass & Bide dress Stylists own neck cuff Marie Seguy earrings

Photography: Anton Zemlyanoy @ Network

Fashion & Direction: Marsha Vetolskiy

Hair & Makeup Direction: Nigel Stanislaus @ Creative for Maybelline NY

Hair & Makeup team: Felicia Yong and Georgia Hull

Models: Avril @ Vivien’s and Ruby @ Priscilla’s

Alexa Chung For Madewell

I rarely get excited about the whole celeb/label collaboration thing. I mean, most of the time it just feels a little too much like a publicity stunt and often the clothing line doesn't match the celeb's style.

This however, is something I am excited about. I have always been a fan of Alexa Chung (or anyone who fancies dressing up a bit nannerish at times). When I first heard about her I was immediately drawn to her style and the consistency of it. I even fell in love with her hair and played with the idea of cutting mine just like hers. Well, that was until my boyfriend grunted about how he totally dislikes her hairstyle. Ah what would he know, I think most girls would agree that it is a super cute do. Or am I the only one?  Why do most guys prefer long hair anyway? uh! sorry slight ramble moment. Ok where was I. Yes. Alexa Chung for Madewell. Loving this new collaboration and I have already started my google hunt on where I can make the purchase.

So what is her vision you ask? "I want to bring back 40's tea dresses, 60's mod dresses, I want to bring cute back".

Ps. Socks with Clogs. Yes please.

love x

A/W Shoe Porn - BOOTS BOOTS BOOTS

Nothing like a good pair of boots to get you through Autumn/Winter.

Desert Boots, Wedge Boots, Motorcycle Boots, Stacked Heel Boots, Clogs and Sneaker Boots - Am LOVING these styles.

PS. Opening Ceremony I Love Thee x