Sleepwear As Daywear

With Silk and sleepwear being brought forward into daytime hours, there can be a lot of confusion how to style this trend. I for one am loving this relaxed take on a classic shirt! With the weather getting colder, softer fabrics are a winner to take away the chill and make you feel like you have literally jumped out of bed and left the house in your comfiest threads. 10 more minutes in bed in the a.m I’ll take that!

On the streets of International Fashion Weeks, I saw many ways to style sleepwear inspired garments. Even better, it’s a trend you can take into the warmer climates (that’ll be me next week, stay tuned!)

So that being said, how can you wear yours this season?

•  Layered up. That’s exactly how I have styled mine today. The perfect addition to a turtle neck or even a plain white tee. Try mixing up the fabrics. Go silky on top and cotton or wool underneath for that added retro vibe.
• Off shoulder. I wore one of my silk shirts in a post a few months back like this and you guys showed so much love on Instagram! Unbutton your blouse from chest up and sit it just off the shoulders. You’ll be feeling like a St Tropez lady in no time!
• Add denim. This has to be one of my favourite ways to wear a pyjama blouse, especially when the jeans are high waisted and have a loose look to the leg. Add a buckle belt and tuck in your blouse for a 90’s chic look.

I’ve compiled some of my favourite pyjama blouses for you to shop at the bottom of this post. Happy shopping!

Shop the look:

Piped Sleepshirt: Splendid via Shopbop or similar here

Splice Sweater: Seed or similar striped jumper via Shopbop here 

Wide Legged Pants: Similar from Asos here or here

Cassandre Monogram bag: Saint Laurent via Matches Fashion

Zac II shoes: Senso
Icons Round Sunglasses: Ray-Ban via Shopbop

Photo Credit to Jiawa Liu from Beige Renegade

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

From Paris With Love

Yesterday I returned to one of my favourite places…. Paris. It’s funny how you look at a city differently when here for different reasons. I made the 55 minute flight from my home town to France purely for my blog and to collaborate with some fellow bloggers. Instagram is the place I’ve met the majority of bloggers, and it’s crazy to think that is how people can be connected in this day of age. We are all passionate about our work, love styling new looks and have to meet in cafes with the right tables and lighting! In our own little world, we are crazy girls that need things just so!

I am still a little jet lagged after only landing from Sydney last Friday, but was thrilled to finally meet Nikita from Meet Me In Paree blog. I’ve been following her from the start and her breakfast shots are just the best! I love her approach to style and the classiness of her posts, so was ready to get stuck into photographing her for the new section of my blog: Boho Behind The Lens. This is a new segment I have introduced as want to share my passion for behind the camera. I love streetstyle and photographing bloggers in their stylish threads, so why not have it’s own page! Each week I will be showcasing the bloggers I am collaborating with, so watch this space!

Todays outfit I channelled ‘winter white’ although the material of the outfit was nonetheless summery! It was bitter on the streets of Paris but that didn’t stop Nikita and I all in the name of fashion. I adore the movement of these trousers and would you believe I picked them up at the Camilla and Marc sample sale for $10! Pleats, yes please. The top and bralet I’m wearing is by an Australian brand called Black By Geng. I adore their minimalistic pieces and love how the top flows nicely with the trousers. As you’ve probably noticed I have changed my blog name today! It’s been a month in the making and thought that it was more appropriate. In Sydney in the hotter months (and on my relaxed days) I love wearing boho inspired looks, yet on the colder days and when at my job, tailoring is something I also like to wear. So Boho Tailor seemed fitting.

As you have probably noticed, my website has had a refresh too. Thanks to the guys at Pipdig it’s more contemporary and has all the tools I need in order to keep you up to date with both my blog and the photography I’m delving into.

It was such a pleasure having afternoon tea with Nikita today at the most Parisian place I could imagine, and was a blessing the rain held off! 

Shop The Look:

Bralet: Black By Geng

Top: Black By Geng 

Trousers: Camilla And Marc (Similar here)

Shoes: Primark UK (Similar here)

Coat: River Island (Old, Similar here)

Photo credit to Nikita Wong from Meet Me In Paree Blog

Helen-Jayne xx

Melbourne Cup At Daniel Sans

Last week was my first experience getting excited over the Melbourne Cup! We have horse racing in the UK, and ladies day at Royal Ascot is the one day in the year women dress up in their best frocks and hats. The best thing about the Melbourne Cup is regardless of attending the races or not, everyone still makes an effort to dress up and put a cheeky gamble on. Last Tuesday Andrea, Jo and I were lucky enough to be invited to Daniel Sans in Manly, sister restaurant of the Watson’s Bay Hotel. As soon as the 4 course menu came through I was sold! Freshly shucked oysters, softshell crab kimchi and sticky soy glazed lamb ribs were just some of the dishes on offer. I love heading over to Manly when I can, and the ferry over still makes me feel like a tourist in Sydney! Daniel Sans has the perfect location overlooking the beach, and the atmosphere was perfect for an afternoon of bubbles and Japanese cuisine. 

The dress I’m wearing is not something I would usually choose. I can’t remember the last time I wore a bodycon! But being a special occasion I thought I’d step out of my comfort zone. Off the shoulder is a key trend this season, and it’s a flattering cut. Block colour (whether it be black, white or grey) will always tick the right box! Bohemian jewellery was a good contrast as the dress was quite formal.  and like to add a bit of a relaxed feel to any outfit. Loving the marble accents throughout the ring and bracelets. Not sure this trend will ever die in my eyes.

All in all it was a great day, and Daniel Sans were the perfect host. If you love the Watson’s Bay hotel you will love this place. And added bonus, the service was amazing. The staff couldn’t do enough for us. When a place is packed mid week, you know they are doing something right!

Shop the look:

Dress: Missguided (currently on sale)

Accessories: Equip Accessories

Shoes: Zara Australia (similar here)

Photo credit to Andrea Hetherington from Leather and Lattes blog.

Helen-Jayne x