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

Inspired By Europe

Sydney keeps giving me new streets to explore, and today’s location was not too far from Andrea’s apartment. As i’m a bit of a snob when it comes to colour, I love clean white streets that remind me of Paris and London. There’s something really beautiful about minimalism, and laneways with character. The street I shot on today was so small and quiet, but as soon as you get to the end it’s manic with commuters and cars all in a rush to be somewhere. But for that brief moment photographing this look, I took my mind to a French village and imagined a marina within walking distance.

All white is a trend I am still not breaking up with. Especially now that it’s officially summer in Australia! And lets be honest, it’s the best colour with a tan. Another trend I am obsessing over this season is the thigh high split maxi. It’s sexy and bohemian all in the same breath and looks awesome with slides or ankle boots for a more edgy look. This Elliatt style has the curved design which is a nice change to the floaty ones I’ve been wearing on casual days. This August Street tailored vest makes the look a lot more trans seasonal. It’s plunging on the neckline so a small bralet or crop top fits well underneath.

It’s been a hot week, so hope you are all taking some time to enjoy the weather this weekend. Andrea and I will be selling at Bondi markets tomorrow so if you are around drop by and say hi!

Shop the look:

Vest: August Street

Bralet: Staple The Label

Skirt: Elliatt

Shoes: Zara (similar here)

Photo credit to Andrea Hetherington from Leather and Lattes blog.

Helen-Jayne x

A Day At The Markets

When Saturday comes around, there’s nothing better than hitting up Glebe markets with the girls. It’s definitely the best for a good bargain and have never left empty handed! This week I was lucky enough to get brand new One Teaspoon denim shorts for just $30! I’ve wanted a pair for a while so was thrilled to score them in time for the summer. It was so fun catching up with my blogging buddies Alisha and Jo. The market was bustling, and at 10am it was already heating up for a scorching day. Coming into summer, I think it’s important to wear a hat to protect myself from the sun, so you might see a few too many posts with a fedora to come. 

I am in love with this Faithfull The Brand dress. I literally discovered the brand on Instagram. If you love off the shoulder and pinstripes with a bohemian twist, this is the label for you. Their new collection is literally to die for, and can’t get enough of it. Currently they have the best white top with black pinstripes that bares shoulders. So nice with a pair of denim cut offs and casual Birkenstocks for the warmer days that will be gracing Sydney. Last week I had my hair lightened and I'm thrilled with the results. I've gone a shade lighter in my Ombre. After an amazing treatment, my hair felt super soft. If you are looking for a new hairdresser in Sydney hit up Paul Anthony based in Potts Point. His work is amazing and his attention to detail is spot on!

It’s exactly one year since I launched the blog, and as of next week I’ll be refreshing it a little with a new name! It won’t be all that different, but felt with the change of habitat and a slight change in style it seemed appropriate. Thanks again for all your support on both here and on my Instagram page (bohochic_nlt) It really menas a lot to me and makes the evening blog sessions straight from work really worth it. I’ve also met the best people since first launching and can’t wait to meet more creative fashionistas in the months to come.

Hope you have all had a great weekend, and a chilled Sunday night!

Shop the look:

Dress: Faithfull The Brand (available here)

Shoes: Rubi Shoes (available here)

Hat: H&M (similar here)

Hair: Hair By Paul Anthony

Photo credit to Alisha Thornley from Alishayi blog and Jo Hombsch.

Helen-Jayne x