Harbourside in Black

This week, I’ve been exploring more of my new neighbourhood after moving suburbs last month. Being over the Harbour bridge and surrounded my pockets of water, I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the cool new blog locations I have scouted for future posts! I am slowly making a list of streets in my phone with dream house galore! As today’s look is relaxed linen, it only felt right to find a spot that was near the water to depict the relaxed vibes. It’s been a while since I have worn flat shoes in a post (one where I’m not sitting down to hide my lack of height!) but when the dress fits perfectly with a kick flattering flare, these fringe beauties were the shoe of choice.

It’s spring racing season; and although the fashion for this event isn’t really my cup of tea, this dress could definitely be an option with a pair of heels styled with a glass of champers. I’ve finally got my hands on a 66 The Label boater, which has been on my wish list for the last few months. The bronze colour makes a nice change, and I took the plunge with the oversized style. Jewellery was kept to a minimum with gold, and there was no need for a handbag being only a 5 minute walk from my place. If I was to wear this to the races, I would more than likely style with an oversized  clutch to avoid a cross body bag taking the attention away from the slick horizontal neckline. 

I’ve also had a hair refresh with a cut and colour from Edwards & Co. Decided on a dramatic blunt finish keeping a caramel tone running throughout the ends. And for once, my hair is straight! Hope you all had a great week, and can’t wait to share some more style posts from my new neighbourhood in the coming weeks!

Shop the look:

Oskar The Label Dress: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE or HERE

66 The Label Hat: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Charles & Keith Shoes: SHOP HERE (on sale) or SIMILAR HERE

Jolie & Dean Bangle: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Oscar Wylee Sunglasses: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Photo credit to Laurie Young from The Rue Collective Blog

Stripes & Tassels

A couple of weekends back I made the trip to Melbourne for a relaxing weekend after snowboarding. Living in sneakers and thick socks the last couple of weeks, it was time to break out the stilettos for an urban bohemian styled look with tassels and a bit of leg! Even though Melbourne is a short flight south of Sydney, the temperatures in this concrete jungle are a closer comparison to the UK! Melbourne, much like Sydney is the ideal location to find your footing within the modelling world. Modeling agencies in Melbourne represent some of the worlds most famous and fashionable faces.Thankfully my boyfriend and I had a great cosy hotel to hibernate in when we weren’t checking out the local eateries. I was thrilled to meet up with fellow style blogger, Ina from Rose Taupe blog. I’ve met a few of the Melbourne bloggers over the last 6 months so it was great to meet and get to know her relaxed style over a collaboration behind and in front of the lens. I wish I could have seen some of the other girls, but the trip was planned to relax after our jam packed weekend in the mountains. I definitely need to revisit Melbourne for a blog trip in the near future.

Today’s look is channelling a more boho vibe, but I’ve tried to make it more city chic with a tailored coat and a warm knit and heels. This dress has great movement, and wish I could wear it on it’s on own. Unfortunately it's still too cold. Such a fan of the tassels still, and can see me taking this trend through to summer. Layering I am still holding onto, so this Staple The Label jumper is a nice contrast to the lightweight fabric of the dress. The longline fitted coat adds structure to the look and even though the outfit has a few layers, it doesn’t look too heavy. The high heels elongate the silhouette, which is always welcomed! That said, I love wearing flat shoes for more relaxed, off duty days and my feet thank me for it!

I promise I will have spring looks coming soon! I am just savouring my favourite fashion season for as long as possible! The weather seems to be heating up in Sydney, so will be shooting an editorial styled post on the beach in the next couple of weeks to revisit the coastline. I live in Bondi, so new excuse really! Have a great week guys!

Shop the look:

Shein Black Tassel Dress: SHOP HERE (on sale) or SIMILAR HERE

Staple The Label Jumper: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

River Island Coat: SHOP SIMILAR HERE or HERE

Camilla & Marc Bag: SHOP SIMILAR HERE (on sale) or HERE (on sale)

Boohoo.com Shoes: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Christian Paul Watch: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Photo credit to Ina from Rose Taupe Blog

Military Fringing

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week day one in Sydney! This year, I am trying to juggle between backstage, street style and personal style posts. Yesterday's look was a mix between vintage and new. Last winter, I was a huge fan of the sleeveless vest and I am liking it just as much this year. Channeling the military trend with khaki green. Duo dose of leather tassels old vs new. This bag I scored at Kirribilli markets on Sunday for $5. Winning!

Shop the look:

Vest: St Frock

Skirt: Sportsgirl

Top: Ixiah The Label

Bag: Vintage (similar here)

Shoes: Fiebiger Shoes

Photo credit to Jessie Khoo from Fashion and Sounds blog

Crisp White Tassels

I am still pleasantly surprised when I encounter a new street in Bondi. I do a fair bit of walking in my local neighbourhood but there are still paths that I have never been down. The afternoon light in Bondi is one of the best I’ve seen, and we are even luckier now that it is light until about 7:30pm. The street I chose to shoot my monochrome look is not far from the beach, but late afternoon I can get away with some of my favourite type of street style shots…….In the road shots! I think I love this type of fashion photography the best. Probably because I am one of those girls that wait in anticipation for the street style shots to be published at Fashion Weeks over what’s on the runway.  It’s also the style of photography that inspires me the most. Some of my favourite fashion bloggers (Kristina Bazan and Gary Pepper) capture some of the most beautiful shots on the street, and truly inspire me to love what I do. My friend Andrea and I are finally back into the swing of shooting frequently again. We are constantly on the hunt for a new location and fabulous lighting, thankfully Sunday didn’t disappoint. 

My look today retracts back to my bohemian style with this delicate fringed top. It’s lightweight, so perfect for the warmer days that Sydney is gracing us with. I particularly like how the back of the top dips a little and always opt for backless when I can in summer. Crisp white is always a winner with a tan and I can already sense I’ll be shooting a lot of bright clean looks these next couple of months. Culottes are still a staple in my wardrobe and could no way pass up on these high waisted wide style. Grids are a must and monochrome will always be a winner in my eyes! 

There are a couple of events I’ll be attending with Andrea this week, so be sure to stay up to date on my Instagram page @bohochic_nlt. It’s also a place I like to share street style shots with myself behind the camera. Hope you are all having a great week so far!

Shop the look:

Top: Missguided

Culottes: Missguided

Bag: H&M (old, similar here)

Shoes: Senso (similar here)

Photo credit to Andrea Hetherington from Leather and Lattes Blog

Helen-Jayne x