It’s going to reach 39 degrees today and 41 later this week… that means its time to seriously bring out all the summer dresses! Today’s bold Yellow Bells Dress is by local label Obus. Lightweight cotton in an eye-catching floral print that can be as easily worn during the day to a picnic in the… Read More
It may not feel like it today, but summer is just around the corner. Luckily the sun was shining bright the day I shot this dress with Melbourne blogger & photographer Lei Lei Clavey at Abbotsford Convent. Share
Megan Park’s new Lalita Resort Collection is relaxed, easy to wear and sprinkled with bohemian sensibility. Today’s outfit is all of these things and so much more. Made from a lightweight & soft cotton/silk blend fabric, the Lalita Lounge dress is the perfect summer dress. I can imagine slipping this beauty over bathers during the day… Read More
Once upon a time I was strictly a ‘dresses only’ gal. Purely out of ease really, as it is so simple to throw on just one piece of clothing in the morning. However as I become more adventurous with colour and pattern in my wardrobe I also become aware that I require pieces that… Read More
When I said I was obsessed with checks, tartans and plaids at the moment I wasn’t kidding…. Today’s bright, bold and happy outfit is brought to you, courtesy of one of my favourite boutique Australian labels, Milk & Thistle. I’ve enthusiastically become a very big fan of Milk & Thistle, who design and make all… Read More
Today’s outfit is inspired by one of my favourite spring flowers (the poppy) and my current colour obsession – anything peach/orange/flame/red… As a designer and colour forecaster I tend to get pretty obsessed with colours and currently I’m crushing hard on bright warm tones that bring an extra bit of joy to my everyday fashion.… Read More
Words by The Fashion Advocate Australians send 6000kg of fashion and textile waste to the tip every ten minutes. We’re throwing out more than half a million tonnes of clothing (enough to fill the Melbourne Cricket Ground two and half times) every single year, and we’re wasting precious resources in the process. Tackling a pile… Read More
I just adore finding pieces from local independent labels. One of my favourite places to find unique local fashion is Design A Space, where I purchased this fun and fabulous Threads and Tantrums gingham dress! I love purchasing from local stores & labels, not only from a supportive stand point, but also because the pieces… Read More
What I love about fashion and style is how it has the ability to make you feel things. Strong, confident, happy… This year I set myself a goal to introduce more colour into my wardrobe. Colour makes me feel bright, alive, creative. And this outfit was a delight to put together! Bringing together some of… Read More
Nothing brightens up a cold winter’s day like a pop of colour. It can be cold, windy, rainy and bleak outside, but if I am wearing colour I instantly feel more energised and alive. I also really struggle to get out of bed during the winter months, so throwing on a cozy, chunky knit also… Read More
