Thursday 31 January 2019

Hummingbird






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Dress: Anannasa via Hummingbird The Shop cotton, sequins
Anorak: Esprit linen with brass hardware
Heels: Wittner leather
Bag: Renee Loves Frances cane
Scarf: Fiera Boutique cotton with tassel
Cuff: Thousand Island Paddington silver, shell

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Enjoying a little bit of retail therapy at the ever-changing Paddington shopping precinct on Latrobe Terrace, browsing at one of my all-time favourite antique stores, Empire Revival, while wearing an outfit comprised of some pieces that I discovered at two funky boutiques that have opened in recent times. The gorgeous pink, pineapple printed cotton midi dress/kaftan with sequinned detailing, elasticated neckline & slightly puffed sleeves by Anannasa that I found at Hummingbird The Shop is such a beautiful choice for summertime in Queensland as it's light, cool & airy... & really makes a statement on or off the shoulder, particularly when mixed with this AMAZING pineapple printed cotton scarf with tassels from the Fiera boutique next door! I've added a stunning terracotta linen anorak from Esprit, white leather heels from Wittner, white cane handbag from Renee Loves Frances & a divine silver & shell "flower" cuff from another local favourite, Thousand Island Dressing for the ultimate boho-inspired ensemble.


Wednesday 30 January 2019

Brogue







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Dress: Veronika Maine polyblend
Vest: Boo Boo's chiffon
Brogues: Wittner leather, moulded rubber
Bag: Pigeonhole leather
Hinged Bangle: Wallace Bishop silver
Watch: Guess silver

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When it comes to "styling up" outfits, what I really love is the juxtaposition of pieces - expensive mixed with cheaper options, the interplay of textures, sweet meets edgy - that kind of thing. My favourite, however, is this "new" idea of mixing pretty, feminine, floaty dresses with chunky, man-style shoes like joggers or, in this case, brogues. The gorgeous, monochrome printed polyblend trapeze dress with its high neckline & floaty silhouette from Veronika Maine, slightly "reined in" by the addition of black chiffon sleeveless vest from a little boutique called Boo Boo's in The Strand at Coolangatta looked great when contrasted with a pair of classic-with-a-twist black leather & white moulded rubber brogues from Wittner... The epitome of both comfort & style, I can't express enough how much you feet will thank you at the end of the day as they are seriously sole-saving by design! When it came to accessories, I opted for a plain black leather handbag from Pigeonhole to let the rest of the ensemble shine & wore silver jewellery in the form of silver hinged bangle from Wallace Bishop & chunky, androgynous silver watch (a subtle nod to the brogues) from celebrated American label, Guess.






Tuesday 29 January 2019

But First, Coffee








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Dress: Sacha Drake stretch bengaline
Bracelet: Rather Bizr, Maleny silver

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Sharing a cup of coffee followed by some delicious Japanese fare (not pictured) with my father (also not pictured) at one of our new favourite spots in Carindale. I'm wearing a gorgeous monochrome leaf-printed stretch bengaline dress with white piping from Australian label Sacha Drake & a funky Tibetan silver bracelet that I found in a little boutique in Maleny called Rather Bizr.


Sunday 27 January 2019

Bow Down










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Dress: Anthea Crawford jacquard
Heels: Wittner laser cut leather
Bag: French Connection suede with silver hardware
Cuff: Wallace Bishop silver
Bracelets: Ahmet's Turkish Restaurant "evil eye" beads
Ring: Chapel Hill School Fete silver, "evil eye" bead

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According to the fashion magazines, it's official: bows are back. Personally, I don't think they ever left as ladylike dressing is a perennially-popular trend that appeals to a certain demographic 100% of the time... much like nautical & luxe bohemian IT WILL NEVER DIE. It makes sense, therefore, to invest in pieces from this trend that you can wear year after year, like this amazing blue fleur-de-lis printed jacquard midi dress with cold shoulder detailing from Australian designer Anthea Crawford that I have had for three or four years now & continue to wear on a semi-regular basis because it always looks as though it is new-season, especially with a change-up of accessories to suit the occasion & my mood on the day. On this particular occasion, I styled it with a pair of black laser-cut leather heeled booties from Wittner, boxy suede handbag with oversized silver handles from French Connection, brushed silver cuff from Wallace Bishop & Turkish "evil eye" beaded bracelets & ring from Ahmet's Turkish Restaurant & the Chapel Hill State School fete, respectively... ideal options for that tough/pretty look that gives off fierce girl-power vibes while harking back to the era of sock hops, promise rings & chivalry.

Saturday 26 January 2019

Swing Seat








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Dress: Cue denim with silver zipper
Mules: Wittner leather
Bag: Elk leather with chrome hardware
Cuff: Commercial Road Antiques vintage buffalo horn

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Since I was lucky enough to purchase this swinging chair that was definitely at the top of my summertime "want" list, these pictures are a pretty accurate representation of the way I'll be spending Australia Day... curled up in the shade of a tree with a good book in hand. This particular day, however, I was wearing a funky indigo denim mini dress with insane silver front zipper from Aussie fashion stalwart Cue, comfortable yet stylish tan leather pointy-toed mules from Wittner with matching crossbody bag from Elk & an amazing vintage buffalo horn cuff from Commercial Road Antiques.

Wednesday 23 January 2019

At The 'Bank






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Dress: Anthea Crawford stretch lace
Sandals: Wittner leather with silver buckle
Bag: Pigeonhole leather
Necklace & Pendant: Prouds Jewellers silver
Hat: Before Sunset woven cotton

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Ye, yes, yet again I am at the 'Bank... Southbank Parklands, that is! I wasn't wrong when I said that in summer, Brisbane City's favourite playground is pretty much home away from home & better yet, this time  I was joined by my cousin Renee & her two rambunctious munchkins for a morning spent exploring the rainforest, walking by the river, playing on the myriad of swings, slides & climbing frames, swimming in the lagoon & eating at one of my all-time favourite haunts, Brooklyn Depot.

For the trip, I wore an easy-breezy monochrome butterfly-printed stretch lace midi dress with ruffled neckline from Anthea Crawford, black leather sandals from Wittner which were ideal for comfortably walking around while elongating my 5 foot frame, black leather handbag from Pigeonhole to carry all of my essentials (not pictured: huge tote bag carrying all of my beach essentials & the 2 other large bags carrying all of theirs...) & a silver fob necklace with oversized heart pendant from Prouds Jewellers for that touch of daytime shine. Finally, there was my most important accessory (no, not my smile) in the form of a woven cotton sunhat from Before Sunset, ideal for warding off the sun's harmful rays.

Scroll down to see how the rest of our morning unfolded...









That moment when the wheel starts turning & you realise you should have waited until you turned six...



Yo Mama Milkshake (Strawberry Liqueur)
Somebody may have taken advantage & tried the alcoholic version as they weren't driving home...


French Dip Sandwich:
Beef Brisket, Caramelised Onions & Horseradish Cream on a Baguette with Potato Chips & Gravy on the Side