Although I will always LOVE my fashion glossy's, I am also loving the fact that more people are looking to bloggers for style inspiration as an alternative perspective on fashion. Another thing I am loving right now is that major companies that have an eye for such trends are also looking to bloggers to collaborate with on their campaigns. One such forward thinking company with an insight into what's hot right now is Midori. This month Midori launched Adore Midori, a fantastic new destination for fashionable ladies to find out what's hot, discover tasty cocktails and the best parties to drink them at. Eight Aussie Fashion Bloggers(including yours truly) have been asked to share their thoughts each month in the Midori Adores section - showing you all that is fun, fresh and fabulous.
With competitions & give-aways running throughout the day on their Twitter and Facebook, Adore Midori is one to follow immediately!
I'm actually feeling a little under the weather today and finding hard to concentrate so I'm just going to quickly share some pretty pics from a Blog called "Lisa's Place". Lisa is from Sweden and I can't read a word of what she's saying on her blog but the photos are gorgeous so most definitely worth sharing!
Often one of the most enjoyable things about a day spent shopping with girlfriends (besides the shopping of course) is when you arrive home and sort through your loot together.
Today I shopped alone, it was accidental shopping to be honest. I thought I'll just pop into Sportsgirl quickly to see what's new. Shop assistant then mentions that there's an extra 20% off sale items. Ok, I have a little extra time up my sleeve to have a more thorough search.
1 pair of 'jeggings', a bib necklace, belt and headpiece later the seal on my wallet has well and truly been burst open. In my defence, they were all absolute bargains - how could I not take advantage???
So why not just have a little more of a look around (just a few shops) and see if I can find something similar the Jessica Szohr shoes I've been obsessing about for the last 48 hours. I found the exact ones on Amazon.com last night however when I was about to go through the check out process the website informed me that it wouldn't ship that specific item to Australia! Aghhhh!!!! So anyway, I walk past the window at Novo shoes and surprise surprise, hello black pair of very cool looking thong style shoes staring straight at me - and only $49.95. It can't hurt to try them on can it??
So shoes, jeggings, necklace, belt, headpiece (and a few other small miscellaneous things) later is the story of my accidental, but total bargain shopping trip this morning, and as always, happy to share all the details...
They aren't exactly Jessica's but they are cute, comfy and only $49.95
Bib Necklace - I love it when you find a current trend item on sale!!!
This boho style belt can be worn high waisted or on the hips. I'm thinking it will be perfect with my black American Apparel singlet dress, belt slouched around the hips Sienna Miller style, and of course completed with my new shoes...
I did take a photo of the Sportsgirl 'Jeggings' but they didn't look very good layed out flat, I suggest that you just go in store and try a pair on - they are surprisingly flattering & super comfortable...
Sportsgirl "Jeggings" were $99.95 then down to $69.95 - today $ $55.96 Sportsgirl Bib Necklace Was $39.95, then down to $19.95 - today $15.96 SportsgirlBoho Shield Belt Was $39.95, then down to $19.95 - today $15.96 Sportsgirl Deco Ring Headband Was $19.95, then down to $9.95 - today $7.95 Novo Shoes $49.95
Best known for playing Vanessa Abrams on Gossip Girl, Jessica Szohr is as stylish off screen as she is on. With an off screen look that I guess could be described as edgy boho-glam, she also has that clever ability to be able to mix basics with one or two trend or statement pieces creating a perfect ensemble. A talent that other celebs such as Rachel Bilson & Nicole Richie possess. One item in particular that I have my eye on right now is her black Dolce Vita Aries Sandals (seen in a few of her photos)... I'm actually feeling a bit of an obsession coming along.....
Hello Shoes - I think I NEED you - I have searched & searched and can not find these in my size (6 1/2) black. If anyone knows of anything similar email me or leave a comment!!
Avoiding work this Friday afternoon, I came across the most beautiful blog, and well almost every photo on it made me smile.... You can find the blog here: lavieboston.com (to which ALL images are from) and these are just some of my favourites (there are so many more..) Have a happy & safe weekend xo
Today I'm thinking about jumpsuits. I know they've been on the 'trend' list for a couple of years now but it's one of those clothing items that looks so effortlessly chic when worn well.
I've tried to re-create celebrity looks I've seen a few times although whenever I try it I can't seem to get it right. Maybe it's the jumpsuits I've tried on, or it could be my height? I think it's a case of if your not 5'9" with a perfect body, you will just need to find a style that will suit your own body shape. If your on the curvy side, a jumpsuit that is more structured rather than made from slouchy lycra is going to be much more flattering and like it or not, heels will most likely be a must.
What actually started me thinking about jumpsuits today was a gorgeous photo of Christianna Heideman of Damselfly on the Ladymelbourne blog. I absolutely love her complete ensemble and the hat just perfects it in a quirky yet naturally cool way. It really got thinking about how versatile a great jumpsuit can be....
The Photo from LadyMelbourne that got me thinking about Jumpsuits again..
Jennifer Hudson is a gorgeous example of accessorizing perfectly and finding a style to suit your own body shape.
Streetstyle Jumpsuit
I took this photo of a girl at Brisbane Fashion Week. I loved her combo of the jumpsuit, vintage vest, sandals and necklace. (Yes she isn't wearing heels so maybe there are a few exceptions to the rule..)
Jessica Stroup - Simple & elegant with a few basic accessories
I love any single item that will instantly transform even the most simple outfit into something special. News on the street is that apparently this season, this special item is known as the 'collar' or 'bib' necklace. A cross between the choker & a classic necklace, I've already found some to put on my wish list..
DAY Birger et Mikkelsen Beaded collar necklace Was US$220 Now US$123.20 www.net-a-porter.com (This is approximate $134 AUD right now) Sportsgirl Beaded Stud Bib Necklace $59.95 www.sportsgirl.com.au
This is a little different to my normal posts however I think the word should be spread far and wide about the work that the Australian Body Image Advisory Board is doing right now. For myself, far from the idealistic body that the fashion world portrays (I am 5ft tall and 55kg) and having 2 teenage daughters who are highly influenced by the media, the focus on creating positive media content in the way of diversity,realistic and natural images of people (among many other positive things), is a ground breaking and exciting move toward encouraging us all to be content with who we are and not feeling inadequate because we don't replicate exactly what most magazines & advertising campaigns portray as the ideal.
There is change happening right now & it's exciting. With Germany's most popular women's magazine Brigitte banning professional models from its pages in favour of "real women", the huge following of personal style blogs portraying real people, and groups such as the National Body Image Advisory Board working hard to tackle the issue of negative body image that effects so very many of us. It's about time, but better late than never... Below is Mia Freedman presenting the report..
Holy cow can it get any better than this? Today's scouring for fashion inspiration on the Internet came up with gold... LOVING all these looks from my favourite street style blogs The Sartorialist, Stockholmstreetstyle, Vanessa Jackman & Lookbook.nu..
I really hate it when I come across an amazing pair of shoes, fall in love with the style, then find out it's available in either black or tan leather.
For me it becomes a complicated & difficult decision, especially if I'm not shoe shopping for a specific occasion, to accessories a particular outfit or I really can't afford them but have to have them anyway. I'm genuinely torn...
Once I've decided that I NEED this new shoe, I go over each of their merits. A pair of black heels are classic & dependable, however there's just something about that natural earthy brown leather that says your a little edgy and bohemian, black is more grown up, tan will help make an outfit look more understated & chic .... it goes on and on and it's impossible!
Right now however I think I'm leaning toward the tan side. I know black always looks amazing, however don't have any formal events to go to in the near future, tan has more of a summery feel, plus I've found lots of evidence to support my thinking.... A sneak peak at the November Issue of Mylookbook - Tan Heels that available right now!
One of my favourite websites to visit is Shopbop.com and browse their own beautiful lookbooks... Here's what's got me excited (and hoping the Aussie Dollar get's even stronger) right now...
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