The Tonal Trend

Tonal dressing. The one trend that was my main focus at both London and Paris Fashion Weeks. I’m a big fan of neutral, muted colours and when styled together I instantly feel myself. I have high hopes for tonal styling transitioning into spring summer ’19. Head to toe black or rich chocolate looks were perfect towards the end of winter, but moving into spring I am also experimenting with head to toe camel/tan and by far my favourite white/cream. Layering with a similar palette was a lot of fun for Fashion Weeks, but for spring I will opt for maybe a white tee with tailored linen and a jumper thrown over my shoulders. 

It doesn’t have to be exactly the same tones throughout, and there isn’t no right or wrong. Personally I think styling similar hues like white and cream doesn’t make the outfit appear so flat and adds depth. 

So if you’re like me and less colour is a frequent occurrence in your wardrobe give this trend a go. I guarantee you won’t have to spend a fortune, and you’ll master this dressing with key pieces you already own. If you’re feeling like freshening up your closet, I’ve linked a selection of my favourite spring favourites below.

Snow White

Hello from Falls Creek! This is my first time in the mountains on a ski trip and loving it. Staying in the cosiest quaint hotel, which I’ll be sharing with you in a few days! Until then, I am giving a little sneak peek over on my Instagram, so come and say hi. I couldn’t come all the way out here and not shoot a style post in this beautiful fluffy snow. May I add, when shooting this look yesterday it was -2, so for the second time in a fortnight I was putting on my brave cold face! It’s truly beautiful out here, and wish I could shoot in the snow all the time. It’s so peaceful and it was so difficult culling the snaps in this winter wonderland!

It only felt right, to match the snow with my winter whites. I’m not giving into spring looks just yet as seriously holding on to all the winter threads I have before the 6 month summer graces us! I was recently introduced to Pol Clothing, and after seeing their minimal relaxed vibes on Insta, I thought it was time to get to know this brand, especially when in the mountains after a long day throwing myself down a mountain on a snowboard! Exhibit A - Asymmetric cream jumper. Warm: check, comfortable: check, slouchy: check. My new favourite knit this season and don’t want to take it off! Decided to pair with my new Dricoper boyfriend jeans to compliment the tones. They are a match made in heaven. And even better, Dricoper are donating $2 to Jeans For Jeans day and offering 15% off their website from the 1st-31st August. 1 in 20 Australian children are born with a birth defect or genetic disease, such as cancer, epilepsy and a range of genetic disorders. Jeans For Genes Day helps fund research at the Children’s Medical Research Institute. So now is the time to buy your favourite skinnies or boyfriend style and help raise awareness for this wonderful cause, whilst looking chic at the same time!

The look was finished off with a giant wool monochrome coat, and it’s been my saviour up here for keeping me super snug! My boyfriend calls this style “the dressing gown coat”, and he makes it quite clear that I own a lot of these! He’s right, I do! You can never have enough ladies. This is probably my warmest find in Australia and can see myself taking it to Japan in January for snowboarding round 2! Obviously it’s a bit too stylish for the adventurous sports, but a nice accessory for the plane ride over. 

Stay tuned for my review of Falls Creek and our wonderful stay at Trackers Mountain Lodge where these piccies were taken! Have a great week lovelies!

Shop The Look:

Pol Clothing Jumper (now 50% off): SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Beginning Boutique Coat: SHOP HERE 

Dricoper Jeans: SHOP HERE or SIMILAR HERE

Topshop Sneakers: SHOP SIMILAR HERE or HERE

Cassandra Tassel Saint Laurent Bag: SHOP HERE

Photo Credit to my love, Chris

Grids

Last Monday was a public holiday in Sydney, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather. It was my first proper beach filled weekend. It consisted of a 6km walk from Bondi to Coogee stopping by Wiley’s swimming baths, paddle boarding in Manly, movies to see Gone Girl (highly recommended) and a catch up with my blogger babe, Andrea. We usually plan out our locations, but Monday we decided to just wing it and opted for Woollahra. I’m not as familiar with this area of Sydney, but know the houses are quaint and boutiques look like they should be located on a Parisian side street. I fell in love with the character and aged look of this one house and knew it would be the perfect backdrop. It’s not far from my house and the sun was setting on the long weekend. Why couldn't it be longer!!

Today’s look definitely fits in with my monochrome themed wardrobe. My entire look is Staple The Label, which is a Sydney based brand. As you probably know I’m a fan of minimalism, so their “basics with a twist” moto definitely appeals to me. The hemline on the skirt is a little shorter than I would usually wear, but I love the asymmetric cut and the grid pattern I am in love with. The top is like nothing I have seen before. The top half has a faux leather overlay, which adds structure and edge to a basic silk tee. There’s also shorts to match this top, which I’ll be definitely investing in this summer. I am a sucker for an all white look and so much better with a tan!

I hope you all had a great weekend! Heads up, I’ll be doing Bondi Markets in the coming weeks so I’ll keep you updated on the dates.

Shop the look:

Top: Staple The Label

Skirt: Staple The Label

Shoes: Zara Australia (similar here)

Ipad cover worn as bag: Camilla & Marc

Photo credit to Andrea Hetherington from Leather and Lattes blog.

Helen-Jayne x

Lady In Red

Ever since seeing the red trend on the Saint Laurent, Fendi and Opening Ceremony runways, it has made me crave this scarlet burst. Its tough introducing colour pop back into my wardrobe after such a long time. But there is something sexy and classic about this hue. I’ve always loved a bold red lip, and crop tops are standard now the weather has turned into the tropical heat I imagined Sydney would be. Is anyone else loving this weather right now? Definitely moved to the right country!

boohoo.com is my go to store for on trend fashion. It’s a British brand, so it’s my way of staying on trend with Northern hemisphere. The great thing now is all the summer stock is in the sale so I picked these trousers up for $20! I saw this cut on one of my favourite bloggers, Kristina Bazan at New York Fashion Week. She was wearing the BCBG Max azria version. They looked so good on her, so was pleasantly surprised to find them on Boohoo. I love how they have that extra piece of fabric which gives the style movement. I was I teamed the look with a white kimono, which was perfect as it was a windy day in North Bondi. 

So ladies, introduce a touch of red into your spring wardrobe and be ahead. It’s currently a go to colour in the UK for their Autumn season, so invest now. And don’t forget a bold red lip. The colour I’m wearing is a mix between coral and red. And it’s long lasting. YSL never disappoints. If you’re reading this in Australia, I hope you had a great long weekend. It makes me crave beach days a lot more!

Shop the look:

Trousers: Boohoo

Crop Top: Boohoo

Kimono: Boohoo

Shoes: Nine West Australia

Photo credit to Andrea Hetherington from Leather and Lattes Blog

Helen-Jayne x