See what's been happening around here lately...
All the art deco vibes wearing this gorgeous little floral cotton voile number from Blue Illusion, styled up with a pair of black leather & elastic heels from Jo Mercer, a black vinyl & woven satin handbag-turned-clutch from Country Road, long silver & black beaded necklace with tassel from Lovisa & a black silk floral corsage from retro-inspired label Kitten D'Amour to complete the look.
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Current favourites...
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Slowly filling the hacienda area of the pergola with a plethora of beautiful, sculptural orchids...
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Freeze dried strawberries coated in milk chocolate -
it doesn't get much more decadent than this!
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Mothers Day outfit selfie in the foyer mirror of my brother & sister-in-law's building. Gorgeous floral print eco vero jumpsuit with drawstring waist & buttons from Nine Lives Bazaar, black crepe camisole from Big W for modesty purposes owing to the low neckline, black leather & elastic lace up gladiator sandals from Wittner & upcycled tote bag from GOMA gift shop. Jewellery pieces featured are some of my all-time favourites - a stack of vintage Mexican silver bangles given to me by some dear friends & a chunky art deco inspired wave hinged bangle from the lovely ladies at Precious Stones Jewellers.
Italian Feast from Marina Restaurant in Hawthorne...
Always room for dessert, especially if it's a homemade coconut cream pie!
Little additions to Mum's pride & joy - her retro dollshouse!
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Ham & Cheese Rolls from Mika in Brisbane City... so good!
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Feeling like a fairy princess on Platinum Jubilee Weekend in this yellow organza confection from Sister Jane's premium diffusion line, Dream Sister Jane, styled up with a white cotton tee from Country Road & a pair of gold glitter & white leather Mary Jane wedge heels from Shoes of Prey.
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Sometimes, the only answer is a Big Mac & Fries...
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About to go to dental hell but wearing something lovely regardless... Printed satin shirtdress with faux wrap skirt & self-tie belt from Anthea Crawford, chunky knitted wool cardigan from Big W, black matte leather ankle boots from Wittner, 40 denier nylon tights from Razzamatazz & black vinyl & woven satin shoulder bag from Country Road to carry all the essentials.
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Sweet little surprise... Ribbet Ribbet!
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Before the weather cooled down wearing a gorgeous cream & blue dainty floral cotton poplin prairie dress (cut short by my seamstress) with high neckline & puff sleeves from Wellington Factory, blue vegan leather deco heels from Kitten D'Amour, natural woven straw bucket bag from Sportscraft, handpainted art-nouveau-inspired wooden bangles from a dear friend & blue silk floral corsage also from Kitten to complete the sweet little look.
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Belated Easter Beauties
Seriously loving all the new Lego Creator sets at the moment!
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Colourful under dull & rainy skies wearing a gorgeous Mirka Mora x Gorman heavily printed crepe midi dress with a chunky knitted jumper from Bohemian Traders in a sunset stripe, black matte leather ankle boots from Wittner, 40 denier tights from Razzamatazz & a black vinyl 1990s style handbag from Sussan.
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Cold weather snippets...
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Freshly trimmed hair & a gorgeous ensemble! Once again, that beautiful printed satin shirtdress with faux wrap skirt from Anthea Crawford, this time mixed with a slim red knitted crop vest from Seed Heritage, chunky blue knitted wool cardigan from Big W & a pair of black patent & matte leather ankle boots with buttons from Wittner that I have dubbed my "Anne of Green Gables" boots...
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Little Delights...
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Trying to keep warm in a boho-luxe Indian mixed print cotton maxi dress with long sleeves from Tree of Life, tan knitted cardigan with three-quarter-sleeves & oversized buttons from Vero Moda via my local Myer department store, a pair of black matte leather ankle boots from Wittner & 40 denier nylon tights from Razzamatazz to keep my legs feeling toasty.
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Car Selfies in Gingham & Soft Knits
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Lazy weekend afternoons at home...
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Mixing prints like a pro (well, the stylist I am, in fact) with this gorgeous red & white gingham cotton tiered midi dress with long sleeves & button-down bodice from Brave + True, brown chunky knitted cropped vest from Lily Loves at my local Target store, a stunning Indian "Tree of Knowledge" printed cotton longline jacket from a little boutique in Montville, black patent & matte leather ankle boots from Wittner, 40 denier nylon tights from Razzamatazz & a black nylon & vinyl shoulder bag from Nautica to carry all the essentials.
Piping hot chai latte & crispy chips with aioli from one of my new favourite haunts, 40 West Cafe at Providence, Ripley...
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This little furry face...
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Changing Room Selfie Situation wearing a gorgeous paisley print jersey maxi dress with leg-of-mutton sleeves, deep v-neckline & front split from Aussie label Sacha Drake, black matte leather heeled ankle boots from Wittner, 40 denier nylon tights from Razzamatazz, black vinyl 1990s inspired handbag from Sussan & an utterly divine silver & imperial topaz cuff that a dear friend gave me many years ago.
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ALL THE WORLD IS MADE OF FAITH, AND TRUST, AND PIXIE DUST...
Book Week 2022 "Dressed Up Door" creation (this year's theme: Dreaming with Eyes Open) for my mother's classroom - that amazing scene in Peter Pan when he & the children fly off to Neverland, passing Big Ben & the rooftops of London as they do so. Can you see the little nod to another famous novel on the poster? Hint: She's "practically perfect in every way" & he likes to share his luck by shaking hands!
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