Tangled Web

I really admire anyone who is adventurous with their prints. The cut and print of this Marcs Web Print Silk Dress combine to make an amazing piece that is not at all too casual or comic book like.

 

Let the dress shine, by keeping the accessories simple:

Left to right:
Zara Combined Bowling Bag
Blue Fly - Valentino Suede Open Toe Pumps
ModCloth Gold Under Wraps Bracelet

Rugby Stripes

Rugby stripes and sequins combine to make this amazing sweater. Which I would wear both day and night - if only J.Crew shipped to Australia.

Photo: J.Crew

High End / Low End

Flicking through style magazines, you will notice the fashion set talking about mixing high end fashion with budget finds. But where do they find those amazing high end pieces that look like they're one offs?

 

I think perhaps from Forward Forward, where everything pictured above is currently on sale.

 Alexander Wang Draped Back Dress

ALC Romy Peacoat

ALC Shana Leather Pant

Guiseppe Zanotti Kill Ankle Strap Wedge

Future Classics Twisted Dress 

Viktor & Rolf Net Laced Heels

Alexander Wang Oversized V-Neck

Alice & Olivia Opal Blouse

MM6 by Maison Martin Margiela Long Sleeve Mock Neck Dress

Photos: Forward Forward

Weekend Style

All you need to create this look: black skinny jeans, a neutral top, and black booties. Add a clutch (animal print or a bright colour) - and you're ready to go.

Left to Right:
Topshop MOTO Baxter Jeans
Witchery Shirred Shirt
Mason Martin Margiela Peep Toe Boot
Topshop Scale Tusk Necklace
Asos Leather and Leopard Print Clutch

Making a Statement

Statement necklaces have the ability to transform even the simplest of outfits. My current favourite, an eclectic mix of yellow, turquoise and silver was discovered at a market stall in India. Try Lovisa or Topshop for art deco and tribal inspired options.

Vineet Bahl

So pleased to have come across the talented Vineet Bahl. The following looks are from his Spring/Summer 2012 collection. The colours! The patterns!

 Photos: Vogue India

Modern, Meet Vintage

I came across the following feature on Marlien Rentmeester's home in Lucky Magazine. Marlien, Lucky's West Coast editor, has done an unbelievable job of combining modern with vintage to achieve such a colourful and livable home. I have lost count of the number of times I must have read this article. It has inspired me to start the hunt for my own vintage pieces to bring colour and texture into my life. Keep a look out here for posts on what I manage to unearth.

 

 Photos: Lucky

Party Season

Pieces to get you through this party season (and many more):

Clockwise from top left:
All Saints Daina Dress
All Saints Jagger Dress
Portmans Sequined Skirt
Portmans Pleated Cami (it's on sale!)

Colours & Patterns

Glamour and style at affordable prices - from Portmans. What more could you want?

Photos: Portmans

Pirate's Treasure

Just had to get this metallic Skull Money Box this week.

Adds quirk to whichever room you display it in, and you can save for something to add to your own treasure collection. The House of Harlow 1960 Olivia Clutch perhaps. In red crocodile embossed leather. Of course.

Photos: Dotti; House of Zoi

That 70's Shoe

How wonderful are these Pour La Victoire platforms? The navy / brown colour combo is so seventies and exactly what I would imagine was worn by Bianca Jagger, Marisa Berenson et al. Pair with a dark wash denim flare. My favourites? Hudson.

Photo: Pour La Victoire

Electric Blue

I love a stylish steal! Add a shot of colour to your look with these summer perfect options.

Clockwise from top left:

Dotti Electric Pony Belt

Forever 21 Nail Polish in Sparkling Ocean

Forever 21 Suedette Sling Backs