Wild Wild West

This winter denim looks are taking inspiration from cowboys and indians. You don't need to pick sides just have a bit of each. The look is being called Paris Texas. The heart and grit of Texas with the refinement and class of Paris.

Fabrics are thick, tough and texured with heavy ponchos like the above in thick linen or in heavy leather and suede.  Denim is back to middle ground in rich blue hues, think Levi or Wrangler. Don't be afraid to double up. It is no longer a no no to double up on denim.  PS: Belts and brown boots are a must.

For your Navajo side go typical and get some turquoise! You can find it anywhere as cheapo stores do it  or alternatively invest in something authentic from an antique store or turquoise dealer. The best around here is Four Winds Gallery in Double Bay. However, be prepared to drop some serious dough. I'm talking thousands people!

Whilst you are there hit two birds with one stone and get some Pendleton Fabric. Ponchos and rugs in this fabric are to die for. Layer silver jewellery, beads and voila you have achieved Paris Texas.

For our shoot along these lines we used a beautiful picture book name North America Indian Portfolios. So interesting!

I.O.U

I owe you because I should have blogged about this yonks ago. Maniamania is the now not so new jewellery range by style extraordiniare Tamila Purvis. In previous years Tamila spent her time as fashion editor at Russh as well as styling for Vogue, Oyster etc. She is a vision in person and a vision on paper. Just look at the campaign shot above. Where does one find that kind of creativity?  

 The pieces have a prehistoric feel with  quartz, leather and brass in organic and raw shapes. I want them all.

You can buy them online at themanimania.com or store at the corner shop (thecornershop.com.au).

Do it!

Love this:

I am a bit over street style blogs where the blogger just posts any old soul or  about what they wore here, there and everywhere. I'm only keen if its done really well and so often now its not. This blog however is too cool for school.  Click click click on: http://www.hanneli.com/.

Hanneli is a model and VJ for MTV Norway. She gets access to all of the most beautiful and talented people as a result and certainly takes advantage of it. Her photos have a fresh feminine touch that is really refreshing in the oversaturated blogosphere. She also picks up on that effortless European chic you know you want.

Check her out.

All sorts

Anyone who knows me should know that ordinarily I consider patterned tights strictly for overly sexually active middleaged business women or underly sexually active environmental/political science PHD students. (The only exception to this rule being Leona Edmiston polka dot sheers. These are just plain sexy.)  Although I feel they are nice in theory patterned  tights only really look good on long stylish legs owned by supermodels.  For some reason however I L.O.V.E love these below from French brand Les Queues Des Sardines .

Probably something reserved only for editorial work but nice to look at no? Here is le link: http://www.les-queues-de-sardines.com/ or you can pop into Art Therapi, Darling St in Balmain as they are the only Australian Stockist.

Yum Yum!  

Prep school girl:

So this winter i have decided no more grunge, no more denim and little to no more opaques. Its clean, preppy schoolgirl all the way for me with socks and blazers and some very strategic layering. Its easy enough to do this when lets be honest we don't get a really cold winter here in Sydney so lightweight cotton shirting and a sneaky shot of thigh wont hurt anyone.

I am thinking light blue cotton shirts, shorts, navy blazers, loads of APC, thigh high socks and minimal jewelry. Also tan leather belts, across the body bags and pleated skirts.Throw a but of military in there too for good luck.

You wont know whether to date me or ground me.


Dont take candy from strangers.
xxx

Disclaimer: If i die of pneumonia this winter please feel bad for me and erect a small museum in my name.

Bird Flu Epidemic

No need to worry, its of the fashion variety not the fatal  airborne variety. Whilst having a Miu Miu moment (again) and perousing http://www.refinery29.com/ I was kindly reminded that there is some form of bird fever flying around. Erdem, Miu Miu and Karen Walker to name a few have all flocked together (forgive the pun i couldn't help myself) and produced some adorable little birdy prints.

So feminine. A++ !

Get Girly but don't be a wimp

All things fresh and feminine will be your best buds for Spring time. As the clocks switch and winter starts to roll in keep in mind the light at the end of the tunnel.

Lace is coming for Spring so get ready. Although this is ages away for fellow Aussies a little planning can go a long way especially since we love international trends but don't always see the goods en masse on our home turf. My advice? Get girly but don't be a wimp. That's my take on it. I can show you how... don't be afraid.

I like the dresses from Givenchy above. The boldly coloured shoulder pads are a modern touch. You could easily add them yourself to any old lace bit and or bob. Cream lace is nicer than white as long as its clean cream not old lace curtain cream.

If you feel like a cupcake on her wedding day then keep an eye out for navy lace. Its easier to wear and less girly than lighter shades. You will live in it in throughout Spring.

Brocade is simply irresistible too. Make like a curtain and start blending into floral wall paper. Your nick name needs to be curtain from now on. This can be cool if its done in skinny leg pants, teeny dresses or in polished blazers. Keep hair unbrushed.

Finally, girly shoes by Miu Miu are D to the VINE. I will buy some if you promise not to think I'm a fashion victim??

Peace, love and doilies x

Don't cry for me Argentina

I am alive. I have been slack at my el bloggo homework for a little while but for the most part am in tact and back to the blogosphere. What better way to bounce back than with a little Tom Ford?

I haven't even seen the film A Single Man yet (tragedy!) but am already in love with this ad campaign for Tom Ford eye wear. You do know who this boy/man is right? Its that cute weird pasty child from About a Boy with Hugh Grant. L.O.V.E love this film.

Any who feast your eyes on the delight that is below. It makes me want to be a better woman. A blonder, boobier, more attractive woman.