Strawberry Milkshake

Wearing: Josh Goot Neoprene top, Katherine Dunmill Necklige, ASOS Boyfriend Jeans, Sportsgirl Cage Heels, ASOS Suede Quilted Clutch. 

I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend! 

This is one of my one item two ways posts, and in fact I am doing these boyfriend jeans and this top two ways. You last saw these boyfriend jeans here worn with a white tee and baroque over coat. This time I wanted to go with complimentary hues, and tie the shoes in with this amazing necklige. I have to say that this Katherine Dunmill necklige, I have worn so much, but I love to throw it over anything and create a new look. It is on SUPER sale now, so head on over to Katherine's website! 

Josh Goot is responsible for this Future Basic racer back neoprene top, I love the strawberry pink colour. The shape is pretty blocky, and I have found doesn't look so great on me when paired with a skinny leg jean, but this relaxed fit leg works well. The bonus? I get sooooo sick of the feeling of skinny leg denim on my body. It is just too uncomfortable sometimes. Give it a rest! 

Beyond the age of 13 pink has stopped being a predominant colour in my wardrobe, but being such a pretty, happy colour, it makes an appearance every now and then. 

Lately I have been craving strawberry smoothies and milkshakes. Considering strawberries are my favourite food, it is no surprise. :)

Shot on another sunny Adelaide afternoon in Autumn hanging out with Ben of the blog Kolonel Mustard who is behind these photos. 

xx Nell

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Baroque

Wearing: Shakuhachi Coat, Sass & Bide Tee, ASOS Boyfriend Jeans, Sportsgirl Cage Heels, Merrin & Gussy The Roaring Twenties Necklace, ASOS quilted suede bag, Merrin & Gussy Beatle Ring. 

Winter appears to have hit us in Adelaide, and this for me means I can finally be able to wear this amazing coat. I picked this up at the Shakuhachi clearance pop up store during the height of summer in Perth. (Ahuh). 

Needless to say, I hadn't yet had much cause to wear it. Until now! 

Paired with boyfriend jeans, an oversized tee, heels and this incredible necklace. Too easy.
I am very happy with this quilted suede clutch, it is so great for the price. I will be using it for a lot of events, the wrist strap is a must when attempting to take photos, hold a wine glass and your iPhone all at once. Always praying I will not drop anything.

Since Adelaide currently has no train service, these old train track beds are a great spot, the pebbles are beautiful. Although I am not sure how far we would have gotten along them without being yelled at.
Fluoro bunting really is the lowest form of security. 

Photos thanks to Benjamin of Kolonel Mustard. 

xx Nell. 

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Morning Glory

Wearing: Oasis dress via ASOS, ASOS Suede Quilted Clutch, Sportsgirl Cage Heels similar here, Merrin & Gussy Carnivale Collar and Jungle Critters Ring. 

There is something about a vertical garden; a wall of flowers or foliage. It can be overgrown creeping vines, planted sculpturally or just simply peppered with stunning flowers. I spot them and have a little moment of harmony. The best I have seen was in 2011 outside of the National Gallery in London which was huge and sculpted like Van Gogh's 'A Wheat field with Cypresses' painting. I regret that I never took a photo of that, but I did stare at it and soak it all for a while. :) 

Driving around with Ben over the weekend, I spotted this wall and we circled around the block to stop and snap away. I love Morning Glory, it is so pretty. While Ben insists that it is his brother who takes the best shots, I think he does very well himself, and that camera is magic. 

I have a bunch of 'one item two ways' posts to do for you. I seem to spot a trend to only 'wear a thing once and then never speak of it again', particularly among some bloggers, which when you love a piece is super sad. I do it, once a dress has been photographed, I often feel like it is 'done' and as such let it hang sadly in my wardrobe. Some items call for a time and a place- often while in a change room I over hear women are looking for a dress to wear to a wedding, christening, engagement party etc. Some how I only ever seem to buy dresses to wear, just because. (Although I rely on this, so when I do happen to have an occasion, I tend not to think about what to wear till the night before, and often panic, changing several times, and run late. I can get away with it at times, but I hate that flustered or downright stupid self induced panic feeling). 

So here is a stripe t-shirt dress worn with a beaded collar, black heels and clutch. I bought this dress thinking that it will work worn with tights over winter and under a coat, worn to work or casually with flats or sandals, or dressed up. A t-shirt dress is a really good staple. I think they are comfortable, easy, can be shaped with a belt, short or long jacket, can be dressed up or down and look elegant or casual. 

I also love that this dress was such a good price $45! Thanks ASOS. 

Photos by Benjamin Galbraith of Kolonel Mustard 

xx Nell. 

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Young Designers Showcase

The final event of the Adelaide Fashion Festival for 2012 brought together Adelaide's up and coming designers who showcased diverse, exciting and energetic designs. From swimwear, to bridal with a whole range of collections in between, this sampling of the Adelaide Fashion set was a highlight. The team worked very hard to provide a stunning location and experience for all guests, with the runway being set up under the gorgeous roof of the Adelaide Train Station. Atmosphere Events provided an elegant bar and service area as well as lolly bar to keep energy up!

Emerging Designer labels included Fur Elise, See&Ell, Namoi, Morning Theft, The Notion, Lachy Lang, Orbin and Greta Kate. A big congratulations to the winner of the 2012 Emerging Designer Award, Lachy Lang, as awarded by guest judges Jodi Nash, Kelly Noble, Anna Vlach, Arthur Galan and Charlotte Chambers.

The second show of the evening presented SA Young Designers including Ivana & Katerina, Yvonne Faye, Necia, Couture+love+madness, Malachi Empire, Jamie Sortino and Paolo Sebastian. Jamie Sortino designed his first bridal collection, which was a huge achievement for such a young designer. Below are some of his pieces.



 







 
 
Thanks to Benjamin (KolonelMustard.com) for some of these photos!
More to follow. xx

Lover

Just a quick outfit post! Benjamin of Kolonel Mustard took these for me after the Brides Of Adelaide Bridal Runway Fusion Show during the Adelaide Fashion Festival. 

I finally got to wear the black suede Hermes pumps I bought in Paris last year. They are incredible.

I still have more posts to come from AFF, so stay tuned.

Wearing

Lover Winona Skater Dress

Hermes Suede Pumps

Merrin and Gussy Some Nights Bangle

Marc Jacobs Guitar Watch

Thanks for these Ben! x

Relax in Vintage at The Myer Centre 21st

The Myer Centre is celebrating it's 21st birthday and the Adelaide Fashion Festival was the perfect program to host a big party! Guests were given party poppers upon arrival, which established the fun party mood. Hosted by the gorgeous Filip Odzak, the show was full of dancing, celebrating the styles and music from the 90s through to today. News clips and advertisements from the launch of the Myer Centre were a hoot to watch, taking us back to the magic of Dazzeland and those glorious (!) hair styles and fashions. 

Hammer Time!

Models grooved to 90s hits, wearing vintage pieces from Relax in Vintage, (who by the way also have amazing coffee, stop in, it is the new hot spot in the Centre). There were a few trends I remember wearing with pride, such as Blossom slip dresses, jelly sandals and Girlfriend slouchy flower hats. Oh and ankle boots with lace laces and socks. 

The leather tan aviator jacket was my favorite. There were definitely questionable choices, but there are touches of 90s fashions I don't mind revisiting... hello grunge culture.















I thought about it prior, and actually wished I had told them that I know of a stack of amazing ex Dazzleland pieces which are for hire... that would have added an extra touch to the set! Possibly I wanted to keep that one quiet as I have been eying off buying them for myself, but they are so massive, and I keep moving states, so would feel awful dumping them in a storage unit! We shall see when I get back in February...
It may just be working with David Bromley rubbing off on me... he has the most amazing collection of art, antiques and ex carnival pieces in his house, it always inspires me.
Note: I also haven't told David about these Dazzleland pieces, cause I KNOW he would want them!

I had so much fun photographing the night that I had to split my coverage into two halves. This is the first, the second will be up tomorrow, covering boutiques and stores who showed pieces from their summer collections.
Below are some social snaps and outfit shots. I was joined by the lovely Irene, Olivia and of course Benjamin, of Kolonel Mustard. Benjamin and I attended most of the festival shows together and stupidly we just realized, never had our photo taken together! The dapper gent wore his signature navy and black suits, and often noticed he was one of a small handful of men attending the events. (Come on guys, get to it!)
You can just see the gorgeous Gen and Cassie in this shot below, who were lovely to see always looking bright and colorful during AFF. Both were inspiring me not to wear black so often!





Wearing:
Antipodium Sequin Tee
Shakuhachi Dress (similar here)
Zimmermann Studded Boots
Merrin and Gussy Some Nights Bangle (on sale now!)
Mimco Clutch

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