Five Dollars for the Memory

While I love sport couture on others, I don’t always love it for myself. However, my pilates leggings really made this oversized jumper pop. It’s one of my favourite outfits to run around in on a busy Sunday. I keep it simple with accessories - that orange really speaks for itself. 

As usual, thanks to Claire Wolfe Photography and Allen Gyan Makeup (https://www.facebook.com/allengyan/info).

Orange knit (Vero Moda, $41.80), leggings (Lorna Jane, $89.95) and boots (Joanne Mercer, old). 

So long without a post! I know, I’m the worst. I promise to be better. But while I’m coming clean, I have to tell you something. Guys, this dress - it cost more than $100. 

That’s right, I broke my sacred blogger oath. But look at this dress and tell me you wouldn’t forsake a lot of important stuff for it. It’s made entirely of art deco sequins. How can a girl resist? It’s Beyonce meets Gatsby meets punk rock styling, and it was the most fun ever to strut around in this on a Saturday morning in East Melbourne. 

The fierce makeup is courtesy of Allen Gyan in Melbourne, with her friend Chanta giving me that rocking hair. Photography is, of course, by the one and only Claire Wolfe. You can see more photos from this shoot at http://clairewolfephotography.wordpress.com/. 

Sequin dress (Sass, $119.95) and booties (Joanne Mercer, old). 

There’s something timeless, and incredibly comfortable, about jeans and a sweater in autumn. I love the contrast of sportswear with glam styling. If you were required to step in and help coach a baseball team unexpectedly, you’d be ready in this outfit. 

More beautiful photos by Claire Wolfe Photography by the way! Check out her stunning work at clairewolfephotography.wordpress.com. We’ll be working together regularly.

Grey jumper (Bonds, $39.95), navy jeans (Cotton On, $29.95), drop earrings (Portmans, $14.95), canvas boat shoes (Rubi, old) and red lipstick (Sportsgirl, $9.95). 

There was beautiful warm weather over the weekend here in Melbourne, so I got to wear this pretty peach and pink combo to shoot with the super talented Claire Wolfe. Check out more of her beautiful photos at http://clairewolfephotography.wordpress.com/

Peach top (IDS, $), PVC skirt (Dotti, $49.95), black boots (Rubi, $39.95), pink necklace (Sportsgirl, old). 

I thought cutting my hair short would make me more inclined to dress in a “feminine” way, but instead I’m really enjoying the tomboy look. Nothing is easier than a pair of jeans and a grey t-shirt. A note for girls with larger-than-average boobs (aka my people) - I find tucking or tying a t-shirt gives draping and shape which is flattering.

The gorgeous cat earrings were a gift from my lovely friend Bec - she said they reminded her of me. Best compliment ever. 

Grey t-shirt (Big W, $9.96), navy jeans (Cotton On, $29,95), Vans Lace Up Trainers (ASOS, $74.90).

Like Anne, Michelle and Lena before me, I am now rocking the pixie cut. I didn’t intend to go this short - the lovely Diana at BiBA Fitzroy talked me into it - but I’m actually really enjoying it. 

Full outfit post coming soon! Plus my recommendations for five key autumn/winter pieces (because Melbourne appears to be cooling down, but one can speak too soon…)

I love playing with nail polish colours. I think they can really change the mood of an outfit or be the perfect accessory. Wearing neutrals is more fun when you have lavender or mint nails to brighten it up. 

Because I change colours so often, I don’t worry too much about expensive nail polishes - I don’t wear the colours long enough for them to chip. But I am impatient, so I highly recommend anything that dries in less than 60 seconds. And if like me, you change nail colours as often as you do underwear, it’s important to pop on a strengthening base coat. 

I recommend:

Revlon 60 Seconds - it does actually dry that fast and the colours are fun.

Ultra - the $2 stuff you see at pharmacies, it’s a great way to try an outrageous colour.

O.P.I - if we’re going for the good stuff, this has the best range of colours out there. 

NARS - also dries really fast and the colours are edgy and sophisticated.

It got momentarily cold last week! Good old Melbourne, always ensuring that you can’t reliably pack up your knits and put away your boots, even in February. But it was an excellent excuse to once again wear my new PVC skirt. I was trying to play with proportions here and wear it in a more relaxed, oversized way.  

Also, my necklace is from a super talented Canadian designer, whose stuff is available online and is affordable and beautiful. Love the way the quartz picks up any outfit.

Navy jumper (Sportsgirl, old), PVC skirt (Dotti, $49.95), quartz necklace (Wolf Circus, www.wolfcircus.com, $34 Canadian), suede ankle boots (Joanne Mercer, old).