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Posing up a storm in three striking colours: red, black & white. Wearing a lipstick red neoprene smock from Asos, black & white chunky "creeper" sandals from Taking Shape, tiny white vinyl cross-body bag with silver hardware from Forever New, shiny silver hinged bangle from Wallace Bishop, androgynous watch from Guess & the piece de resistance: an oversized pair of black & white polka dot sunglasses by Mink Pink from Trade Secret!
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Blissing out with Arizona Green Tea & Honey... brilliant hot or cold!
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Dinner with the girls at one of our favourite haunts in a large-scale Marimekko floral crepe dress with blouson top & pencil skirt, black suede sandals with fringing from Novo, patent handbag with gold hardware from Vera May at Simona Ricci & chunky black resin hinged bangle with gold detail by Samantha Willis.
Herbed Mushrooms
Caesar Salad
Pecan Pie with a scoop of Ice Cream for dessert
Washed down with a piping hot Chai Latte...
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Selfie-taking by a pretty looking wall in a floral satin dress from Anthea Crawford & handmade knit poncho from Nelly K knits at the Coolangatta Markets. Amazing pink lipstick shade "Sweet Romance" from Revlon.
Roast Beetroot & Walnut Salad from Beach House at Orion Springfield Central
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Funky Erasers from my local Kmart store... absolutely KILLING it when it comes to homewares, toys & stationery at the moment...
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Styling Job Style - a grey floral neoprene fit-to-flare dress from Asos mixed with a pair of funky laser-cut leather booties from Target, black vinyl tote bag from Basque at Myer, fuzzy bag charm & chunky circle necklace from Taking Shape & "moulded coral" resin cuff from a little market stall at Paniyiri.
Chocolate, Strawberry & Coconut Frappe with Cream
Caesar Salad with Sourdough on the Side
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Another day; another present for a sweet little baby...
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Styling Job Style - an ink navy brocade fit to flare dress with black lace yoke detail, sweetheart neckline with 3D floral embellishment & tulle underlay from City Chic, cinch belt with silver "infinity" hardware from Blue Illusion, black leather laser-cut booties from Target, vinyl tote bag from Basque at Myer, fuzzy bag charm from Taking Shape & chunky silver wire & iridescent seed pearl cuff from a little store in Maleny.
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Park Lyf with #sweetbabyjames in a stretch jersey dress from Anthea Crawford & retro-style Dunlop "Volleys" from my local Big W store...
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Just. Add. Gin.
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Gorgeous Geese - Bonnie & Clyde
City Shopping Trip with the girls in a cobalt & black rose print satin fit-to-flare dress with black bodice & black grosgrain ribbon tie waist belt from Anthea Crawford, grey wool sleeveless trench with belt tie from Portmans, monochrome speckled leather sandals with laces from Novo with matching shoulder bag from Nine West, black "moulded coral" cuff from Paniyiri & chunky silver ring gifted to me a few years ago by some dear family friends.
Devonshire Tea
English Breakfast, of course!
Loving these babies from Wittner - perfect for Winter in Queensland!
#shopaholic
The view behind the Wintergarden's steel butterflies, as seen from inside the amazing Dumpling Republic...
Mocktails
Fried Rice
Gyoza
Yet another new purchase... this amazing "geode" ring from Adorne
Refreshing Coca Cola with Lemon
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Backyard Fun with a certain little dinosaur...
#sweetbabyjames
Even Stella loves this psychedelic stretch jersey dress from Anthea Crawford & patent Waldlaufer ballet flats from Peter Sheppard! #stylist
Forever blowing bubbles...
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Rain Event
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Selfies with these two sweet brothers wearing yet another stretch jersey dress from Anthea Crawford; style & comfort all in one!
#sweetbabyjames #sweetbabyriley #brotherlylove
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Winter Fashion Flatlay: satin dress from Anthea Crawford, chunky knit by All About Eve from Trade Secret, patent rainboots from Witchery & Crafted Blends muesli bars from the health food aisle at my local Woolworths.
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Time for a Break
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Quick mirror selfie (with Siamese cat) before heading out shopping in a textured jacquard dress with portrait neckline from Anthea Crawford, metallic heeled mules & matching shoulder bag from Taking Shape.
Loving his woven Nepalese jacket from Uncle Rayne!
#sweetbabyjames
B.L.A.T from Crema Espresso
Longing...
Yep, bought him a drum kit!
#futurerockstar #futureringostarr #sorryrenee
Meeting his gaze...
#sweetbabyriley
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Heading out on freezing cold evening in a heavy crepe dress with high back, dipped v-neckline & front split from Anthea Crawford, grey felt collarless jacket from Pure Hype, faux fur & crochet vest from my local Millers store, black patent & fur boots from a little store in Thirsk, Yorkshire (purchased during my European trip in 2012) & faux snakeskin bag from Forever New.
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Giving me the world...
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Busy Toddler Days
#sweetbabyjames #crazytoddlerjames
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Monday Morning Coffee Hit...
"Black & Blue" in a tailored textured jacquard dress from Anthea Crawford, collarless crepe jacket from Moda at Target, sport-luxe lace-up boots & faux snakeskin bag from Forever New.
Roast Pumpkin Salad with Haloumi & Chickpeas from Java Lounge Cafe
Rings on her fingers; watch on her wrist...
Leaf Ring: Gifted handmade silver
Peace Sign Ring: Ipswich Show Markets silver
Oval Ring: Inkuku clear quartz
Watch: Guess silver
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Praying for peace in the world after the Orlando Massacre
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Eclectic in a three-quarter-sleeved denim smock from Nettie's at Highfields, stretchy striped jersey top from Cotton On (in a size XXS as they are super-generous), black patent rainboots from Witchery & faux snakeskin bag from Forever New.
Warm Winter Salad of Roast Pumpkin, Haloumi, Rocket, Beans, Carrot & Pumpkin Seeds from Java Lounge Cafe
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Quick selfie in the department store changing rooms wearing a pansy-printed satin fit-to-flare dress from Chi Chi London via Asos, black leather jacket with Victorian style collar from Just Jeans (more than five years ago now), black patent rainboots from Witchery & chunky vintage silver fob bracelet with oversized heart locket & teeny tiny key from Kellie's Antiques...
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But first, coffee...
Blending in with my surroundings in a black & red oriental print satin fit-to-flare dress with black bodice & grosgrain ribbon tie belt from Anthea Crawford, vibrant chunky knit jumper by All About Eve from Trade Secret, taupe "puffer vest" with hood from Mix by Coles, sport-luxe boots from Forever New & resin cat brooch by Erstwilder from Mombasa.
Smoked Salmon Bagel from Java Lounge Cafe
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