Black & White Alternative

It’s been a while since wearing grey, so thought I would give it some love this week. It’s a nice alternative to monochrome, and fits well with the crazy weather that Sydney has been experiencing  this week. It's currently 10 degrees colder than this weekend which means I have reverted back to knits. Although the thicker threads are my favourite kind, I have actually started to enjoy styling spring looks. Todays combo is a good transeasonal style. This Boohoo.com two-piece is a great look for those “what’s the weather up to?” kind of days, and you can layer it if the storms roll in. The bell bottom flares are also on trend for this season, and make a good change to the denim and floaty styles that are filling store rails right now. I love a good two-piece for back and forth to work. It’s smart enough to pass as a relaxed tailored set, but comfortable enough to sit in all day. Plus, Boohoo is a Northern hemisphere brand so always feel as though it’s a bit more fashion forward. For added grey notes, this jacket effortlessly matches the outfit perfectly, and with the wind picking up it was a smart styling choice. 

White fringed mules and my Alila The Label bag were the accessories of choice. If you follow my Instagram, you would already be aware that I have a slight obsession for anything marble so instantly fell head over heels for this bag. It’s a great design with an option of 3 straps, which is always handy depending on whether you want to wear on your shoulder or cross body. I also used this bag for brunch on the weekend, and received a few compliments surrounding the print.

This week, I've been introduced to Cloud Nine Hair styling range. I've become a fan of their new micro wand which I achieved todays tousled waves with. It’s so easy to use, and added bonus it’s super lightweight which will be a blessing when travel time comes around for my new job! It will definitely be coming with me! It’s halfway through the week, and can’t figure out where the time has gone. As mentioned, I started a new job a few weeks back, so between settling in and focusing on my blog more, it’s a tiring cycle. But I’ve made a promise to myself that I won’t let either suffer. If you love what you do, you make it happen regardless. Hope you all have a great week!

Shop The Look:

boohoo.com two piece set: SHOP HERE (on sale) 

Charles & Keith Mules: SHOP HERE 

Out With Audrey Jacket: SHOP HERE

Out With Audrey Sunglasses: SHOP HERE

Alilia The Label Bag: SHOP HERE (currently on sale)

Breda Watch: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Happiness Boutique Earrings: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Cloud Nine Micro Wand: SHOP HERE

Photo credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective blog

Soft Neutral Tailoring

Neutrals have always been a part of my wardrobe, and now the sun is desperately trying to turn up the heat in Sydney it's time to start rocking these lighter colours. I'd love to say  it was the case in Melbourne last weekend. I headed down for a fly in visit to check out The Olsen and The Blackman hotel as have read amazing reviews on these artistic, quirky establishments. The setting for todays post is at The Blackman. I couldn’t pass up on the luxe beige furnishings to compliment this look. It’s been a while since shooting an editorial styled shoot, and with the weather being that touch colder in Victoria it seemed more fitting to photograph an indoor look! I’ve had my fair share of freezing my booty off in the snow these last few weeks so a nice warm hotel room was definitely on the cards! 

I’ve always loved clothing that reveals a little bit of skin in the classiest way possible. Backless tops and slit skirts are the kind of skin baring I like to show, and when the fabric is a soft, weightless cotton then it’s a big tick in my books. Sydney label, Third Form released around this time last year, and I can’t get over the beauty of the pieces for the upcoming spring season. I literally want every item! Three major colours that filter through: Black, white and beige. This palette is already a winner in my eyes! Think crinkled fabrics, slit midi skirts, sharp shirts and peekaboo backs. It’s the kind of tailoring you could rock with a pair of birkenstocks or flats; that more slouchy look that isn’t too business, but more chilled for a morning coffee meeting on a spring day! I've layered my outfit with a Boohoo vest that is so warm and snug I'm struggling to take it off. It's a great addition to any basic look and those neutral tones are some of my favourite right now. I might be tempted to ditch my winter wardrobe after flashing a bit of skin! We’ll see what happens in the coming weeks! 

Stay tuned for some of my photography from my stay at The Art Series hotels in the coming days!

Shop The Look:

Third Form Top: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Third Form Skirt: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Boohoo Vest: SHOP HERE (on sale) or SIMILAR HERE

Urge Footwear Loafers: SHOP HERE (on sale) or SIMILAR HERE

Jolie and Dean Bangle: SHOP SIMILAR HERE or HERE

Photo Credit to my love, Chris

Ladylike Stripes

Last weekend, I made the trip over to Manly to shoot a very French looking outfit! And seemed very fitting with Bastille Day being this week. For some reason, wearing an over the knee skirt with pleats makes me instantly want pastries for breakfast, lunch and dinner! It’s been a while since I’ve worn a super girly tailored look as have been enjoying the slouchy tailored options as of late. Pinstripes have always been in my wardrobe, and remind me of the European Resort collections and believe it or not, The French Riviera! It’s a classic trend that will always be around, and one you don’t have to break the bank for to get on board with.

Shirts are my workwear go to item, and you can never have enough of them, whether it be styled under dresses or tucked into a pair of jeans. It’s also versatile for lazy weekends, especially when oversized to pair with a denim skirt and a floppy hat. Today’s look is all from boohoo.com (minus the bag!) and as mentioned in my last post, it’s one of the best affordable stores for Northern Hemisphere fashion. A ladylike look warrants wearing a British brand! I opted to style the shirt half in half out, as sometimes find with a cross over bag it can look a bit busy, especially when the top has a pattern. The white skirt is classic and falls beautifully, especially with a pair of killer heels. These are a little higher than I would usually wear, but thought it was time to rock a heel after all the flats I've been wearing recently. Colour has been kept to a minimal (no surprise there) and a big fan of pairing monochrome items. 

I was a lucky girl this year and received a belated birthday gift in the mail from my family this month. A Saint Laurent bag. Since locking eyes on the snakeskin version of this beauty back at Christmas, it’s been on my wish list all year! And finally own one! It has it’s negatives….I want more! Already set eyes on my next one, just might mean saving that extra hard and living on tinned tuna for the next month! Sacrifices for fashion haha!

Shop The Look:

Boohoo Striped Shirt: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Boohoo White Skirt: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Boohoo Shoes: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Cassandre Tassel Saint Laurent Bag: SHOP HERE

Photo credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective blog

Silky Boho

It’s officially knitwear season in Sydney! And I must say, one of my favourites. There’s something beautiful about a chilly morning with the sunshine beaming down. I remember those autumn days fondly in NYC. This season is sometimes a difficult one to style. A mix of bare legs and covered arms, it still confuses me to this day! Will I need a scarf? A jacket? Sydney weather is a little crazy at the moment. I leave the house like a winter in Vancouver and return with my laptop bag stuffed with the layers that I am removing throughout the day!

Today’s look is trans seasonal. If you want to add a jacket, I would definitely suggest either a straight up black leather, or an oversize cardigan. Usually I channel either a boho look or a tailored look, but felt like mixing both styles today with a silk tailored skirt and a trusty bohemian fedora. The look is a little playful and has an aspect of folk to it. The movement of this skirt is a dream and couldn’t resist a few dancing shots to show off the shape! H&M in Melbourne is seriously the best store I have been too. Not only do they have ‘The Studio Collection’, but the merchandising and building itself is well created down to the finest detail. The gold light fixtures and architectural white roof is definitely a interior designers dream! 

I paired the skirt with a plain white tee and warm scarf with charcoal notes, to compliment my dark boots. How cool are the open design on the sides? The heel is just the right size for everyday, and they look good with denim cutoffs too.

Excited to share with you my upcoming trip this weekend! My first resort review will be up on the blog next week! And I have some cosy knitwear pieces to share with you. Keep up to date on my Instagram for a live update of my whereabouts! More to be revealed on Sunday!

Shop The Look:

Skirt: H&M Australia (similar here)

T-Shirt: Camilla & Marc (similar here)

Scarf: H&M Australia (similar here)

Boots: Jo Mercer

Bag: boohoo.com (similar here)

Rings: Equip Accessories (similar here)

Photo Credit to Jessie Khoo from Fashion and Sounds blog