Seventies Revival

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Robes, bodysuits, oversized sunnies all speak 70’s summer. Moving into the warmer months and help from the streets of Fashion Week, boho vibes are making a comeback. I like how the pyjama trend is slowly moving across into the summer months with a hippie twist; the silk shirts are becoming longer, looser and undone. Linen is starting to make an appearance again, and bodysuits with denim have never felt so good. In all honesty, bodysuits have never really been the most flattering on me, until today. I can rarely go without a bra, and took a gamble on this lace up knitted number. Surprisingly it hugs me in all the right places. I have opted for high waisted mom jeans to cinch me in at the right places. Who doesn’t love a high waisted jean?

It’s been a while since owning a kimono, but I was sold after seeing a street style image on Pinterest last week - An oversized print version styled undone with jeans. I have been pulling inspiration from that platform more and more and actually could spend hours on there! Please tell me I’m not the only one! 

The look was finished off with a textured wave, sling back Mary Janes and my trusted Chloe Faye. You can recreate this look over on Revolve and thankfully they currently have 20% off, so head on over and shop up a storm! For all my Aussie readers, they are also offering free express shipping! It’s definitely the destination for bodysuits (so much choice!) and is definitely my go to store for denim. So many of you have asked about my Rag & Bone cropped raw hem jeans which I have in all 3 colours, which I picked up at Revolve.

Shop the look:

Xenia Bodysuit: Privacy Please via Revolve

X Revolve the Silk Robe: L’Academie via Revolve

Mom Jeans: Topshop

Chloe Faye: Via Net-A-Porter

Round Metal Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Photographed and edited by yours truly 

Broderie Anglaise

Although I am a sucker for winter fashion, an all white look makes me think of summer and I’m liking it! I forgot how much I love the beach and the warm breeze that makes Sydney all the more liveable. When the warm whether ticks over, I usually struggle to know what to wear. I think it’s the British in me, where layering is ingrained from a young age. If you can’t master styling multiple waterproof layers, you are shunned from the fashion world….just kidding. But I’m honest when I say that summer isn’t as fun for styling when wearing a couple of clothing items due to sticky 30+ temperatures. Thankfully, Karen Millen are making my transition into summer that touch easier.

I remember when I would save a month on my part time retail wage to purchase a posh new dress from Karen Millen in my late teens. They were always so well tailored and fit like a glove. Then I was blessed with the company merging with the brand I worked for, hello 33% discount! In my student days, this was a massive deal and converted me into a Karen Millen shopaholic in no time.

I’ve recently been reintroduced to the brand, and have been pleasantly surprised by some of their less formal pieces. Broderie Anglaise is a style that I like to revert back to most summers, but this season I'm drawn more towards the midi length. My legs are no way tan enough yet to wear a version of this dress with a shorter hemline! But I actually really like this floaty style, especially when styled with killer gladiator sandals. I am still obsessing over anything Chloe this month, and if there are similar alternatives available, I'm in. The lightweight biker jacket is a perfect addition to the all white look as I’m always reaching for that extra layer early mornings.

It won’t be long before the temperatures crank up, but this year I am challenging myself to stay true to my style. I’ll be doing this but finding lightweight tailoring, and floaty pieces to channel a touch a boho on my more relaxed days. Bring on the sunshine!

Shop the look:

Karen Millen Dress: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Karen Millen Jacket: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Urge Footwear Gladiator Sandals: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Saint Laurent Bag: SHOP SIMILAR HERE

Pacifico Optical Sunglasses: SHOP SIMILAR HERE

Jolie and Dean Bangle: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Photo credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective Blog

Relaxed Whites At Home

It’s been a while since utilising the space at home to shoot a look. So thought I’d arrange the  place a little differently to showcase this minimal relaxed two piece and new accessories. We’ve recently had a new bench installed at my place which I have been dying to make use of creatively. I am loving white and wood at the moment and find myself perusing Pinterest for endless hours hunting for home inspiration within this colour scheme. As todays look is an all white ensemble; made from  soft linens, it only seemed suitable to photograph it more editorial in a relaxed style in place of my usual street shots. The draped fabrics were flattering whilst sitting, and have wanted to execute this kind of shoot for a while. I just needed to make sure the outfit was right for the vision I had. Culottes are still high on spring wardrobe rotation, especially when teamed with an elongated top or oversized dress. Thankfully both these pieces are sold as a set which makes my styling a lot easier today! I was tempted to wear some kind of neck fancy with this look, but wanted to channel pure minimalism with a contrast in strong accessories.

In my last post, I introduced you to accessories brand CHARLES & KEITH, whom I came across last month. I was drawn to their large selection of shoes and handbags and admire their diversity of classic versus risky styles. I featured the large tote bag last time so wanted to accessorise todays look with smaller, more refined pieces. The design of this bag is like a throwback to the 70’s, with the gold eye catching caging making the piece more luxurious. I’ve always been a believer of matching shoes to your handbag, so opted for these tassel slides that I will 95% live in throughout the summer. Yes, they are similar to the white mules I wore in my last post, but if you love a style and it works for you why not stick to it? 

Shop the look:

Free People Two Piece Suit: SIMILAR HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE

CHARLES & KEITH SHOES: SHOP HERE

CHARLES & KEITH BAG: SHOP HERE

CHARLES & KEITH BANGLE: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Stripes In The City

Oh Sydney, you honestly can’t decide what season you are! It’s honestly the most up and down time of year right now. Today I shot a look that was heavily layered (stay tuned for that one!) but tonight’s article was shot last week in Paddington, which somewhat resembled to a beautiful spring day! It’s so hard to dress when the weather man can’t make his mind up, so I opted for breathable layering. Stripes are quickly occupying my wardrobe, and it’s a print that is always on trend. Midi dresses are great for both winter and spring and it’s definitely a length that requires a heel, just to give you that added height. Being only 5ft 3, sometimes this length can look unflattering on me, and after my mum telling me maxi dresses are a no no (love her honesty!) I’ve swayed more towards this length as my compromise.

Living in the city, a block heel is recommended especially when running errands. Ankle boots are my go to shoe on weekends and casual days, but couldn’t resist them with this look as wanted to style this outfit a little less dressy and more bohemian, hence the floppy hat! Plus the sole of the shoe matches the hat and the neutral tones throughout. It’s been a while since I have worn a hat, and it’s a great accessory for the colder months. Throughout the winter, I have been channeling more tailoring as it’s great to layer, so this blazer was a nice addition to this bohemian inspired look. 

How cool are these earrings? Check out Alfa-Alfa on Instagram here to enter this months competition. They are teaming up with a great collective of brands, closes 10th August!

Hope you are keeping up to date with my Instagram. Heading away this weekend, and honestly it couldn’t have come at the best time. I’M GOING SNOWBOARDING! Seriously can’t wait, as it’s my first time to the snow! Obviously I’ve built snowman and choreographed sno angels in the UK, but never headed to the mountains. Bought by ski pants today (gross), so my love and I will be doing the 7 hour road trip Friday morning. That snow will match all my other white piccies! Awesome. Be prepared for a lot of snow photography!

Shop The Look:

St Frock Dress: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

St Frock Blazer: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

St Frock Hat: SHOP SIMILAR HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Urge Footwear Boots: SHOP HERE

Forever 21 Bag: SHOP SIMILAR HERE or SIMILAR HERE
Alfa-Alfa Design Earrings: SHOP HERE (Customised for my one piercing)

Photo Credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective Blog