Showing posts with label simplistic. Show all posts
Showing posts with label simplistic. Show all posts

Wednesday, 15 April 2020

Weekend Habitat: Casa Modesta, Portugal

Breathe and escape for this Weekend Habitat. Casa Modesta is a small family run hotel located in the Algarve, Portugal which I had the pleasure of visiting and photographing in October 2019. Combining rural tourism with a contemporary feel, this tranquil oasis is the perfect weekend escape for a slower way of life. Consisting of 9 rooms with patios, privacy is guaranteed. The property promotes and supports local businesses; it's a good feeling to know you will be supporting small. Skip the larger chain hotels in the coming months and keep these family traditions running. You won't be disappointed.

Photography: Helen-Jayne Driscoll



















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Sunday, 1 May 2016

Weekend Habitat: White & Timber

Located in the magnificent Margaret River Wine region in Western Australia, this peaceful retreat won't disappoint. Featuring 10 luxurious suites architecturally designed to ensure complete privacy, each suite offers the kind of luxury that has become synonymous with the Empire culture. Subdued lighting, natural stone and timbers create the perfect ambience. Even better, you can shop the homewares and furnishings from the Empire shop a short drive into town.


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Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Slow Paced Weekends

Weekends are for brunching. I honestly look forward to a sleep in and good plate of eggs on a Saturday morning, washed down with a good cup of tea. That’s how most of my weekends play out. It’s a time to relax, get creative and head to Surry Hills. It’s my one of my favourite areas for brunching, although McMahon’s point and Bondi come a close second! Although the weather is being freakishly hot this week, there was a short spell of Autumnal teasing a couple of weeks back. Sydney, just give me colder weather please? I have this conversation on a daily basis with my colleagues at work “I just want to wear a jumper”, "What do you think of this coat online?". They must be thinking deep down “Why did this Pomme move to Australia?” Yes, I moved with false hope believing I would step foot onto Ramsey Street, but now I am settled in Sydney I can actually see pockets of European feels to the city.













Today’s look I'd like to think as city chic. It’s the kind of outfit that’s nice enough for a work meeting, or for just catching up with friends on the weekend. I have opted for this Staple The Label off shoulder top which is quite different to other similar styles in my closet. I LOVE the extra fabric that drops loosely from the shoulders, with this piece feminising my masculine tailored look quite nicely.  My cigarette pants are the perfect mix of comfortable and smart. It’s also good to know that these  pants are a sustainable fashion item. With life being face paced and busy, it’s easy to drop into Zara or H&M to pick up that affordable fashion piece. As I learn more about slow fashion, it teaches me that buying from big chains isn’t always the most smart option. I’m not a complete convert into the slow movement just yet, but personally don’t own a huge wardrobe, so find it effortless to invest in higher quality pieces that will last. 

“Buy well, choose well, make it last” Vivienne Westwood

I’ll get a lot of wear out of these into the colder months with ankle boots and a nice chunky coat. For now, rolling them up does just the job paired with my Gucci loafers. 

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Photo credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective blog
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Thursday, 17 September 2015

Flares Up Top

All white…..One of my favourite combinations easing into the warmer months. Skin’s a little more sun kissed and 99.9% chance of spilling a Pimms or two on your bright clean threads. All in the name of summer. If there’s one trend I am tempted by, it’s the flares. Whether it be up top or down low this easy breezy style reinvents the 70’s for a fresh approach to clean lines. I adore how the sleeves fall on this top, and it’s the main reason I have decided to style the chunky knit off my shoulders for a relaxed vibe. A pencil skirt has filtered back into my spring wardrobe, especially with oversized pieces on top. The ivory denim with front and back slits is sexy, but casual. It’s  a relaxed tailored piece that will take you from office to bar or even for a brunch date with a good quality white t-shirt on weekends.
















There’s something beautiful about shooting on a Sunday morning. I’ve been enjoying utilising early starts with my good friend Laurie, and we’ve been drawn North Shore for a lot of our collaborations this month. The streets are calmer than in the city, and it gives us a good chance to get the best possible shots taking our time to see what works best in terms of angles and styling. We’ve been working with a soft breeze those last couple of weeks, which means the added layer doesn’t go a miss. A chunky cardigan adds the extra fabric I love, plus keeping warm from the chill that is still with us pre 8am in Sydney. 

Platforms: The balls of my feet thank me for these shoes! The wooden tan heel is slowly helping me transition into the warmer tones, whilst keeping that 70’s vibe running throughout. Matching my handbag to my shoes which is rule 101 for my S/S 15 wardrobe.

I am slightly obsessed with sandstone at the moment and you are probably aware of that if you follow my Instagram page. I can’t get enough of this beige earthy tone, and I’m preparing my Insta page for more tan pieces coming into the warmer months. Chloe, you stole my heart this season! All I need now is a Faye bag topped off with suede to make my wardrobe complete!

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Photo Credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective Blog
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