Jane Birkin, Dreamers and School Dance

As Mad March comes to its close, I thought I would share some of my favorite moments from the craziness that was our full on festival season.

 Jane Birkin Images from style.com

I was very happy to spend the final night at Barrio and see the divine and lovely Jane Birkin singing the songs of Serge Gainsbourg. She was so gorgeous, so graceful and happy to be in Adelaide for the Festival's Dreamers Program. Full of energy, Jane came out running through the crowd, singing as she went. Her stories about Serge were both touching and funny, she really channeled his energy and love. Her band, made up of incredible musicians plucked from Japan have gone on a whirlwind tour with her leaving their own careers behind, all the while raising funds and awareness after the devastating nuclear disaster in Japan. Jane is known of course as being one of the most stylish women in the world. I remember seeing pictures of her in my Mum's fashion magazine collection from the 70s, and loving her style. Mostly known for the iconic Hermes Birkin bag, to me Jane's style is jeans, a t-shirt and flats- elegant, simple and beautiful. For the show she wore simple black trousers and an over-sized white cotton shirt. Easy, style and grace. If you scroll through my blog or Tumblr you will see it is no secret that I absolutely love Charlotte Gainsbourg (Jane's daughter) and it is easy to see why with parents like that! Fireworks finished off the show, much to the surprise and delight of the performers, with Jane declaring that the smell of fireworks were one of the best things in the world.

I loved Windmill Theatre's production of School Dance, I laughed so much. The pumping 80s pop soundtrack and awkward dance moves were so much fun. It was great to look around and watch people wipe away tears of laughter through out the incredible show. I sat next to a bunch of younger teenage boys, who'd gone along with a school group. Before the show started they were making comments about how lame theatre was, but were soon blown away, when they show began. A few scenes in they were cheering, and did not stop! In the foyer one wall had been painted in chalk paint, inviting people to share their thoughts after the show. Kids tore past me to run over and write/ draw with incredible enthusiasm. I took a few snaps of some of the cute remarks. If or when the show tours, please go and see it, it is such a delight. You will never look at a nerdy kid quite the same again, and if you have ever felt even a little bit invisible, you will stop! 

The Festival season ended with a beautiful bang. No surprises there. Until next time... x

Wearing: Zara blazer, Alice McCall T-shirt, Cheap Monday jeans, Tristan Blair bow shoes, Mimco Imperial Itsy Bitsy Bag, Mimco headband.

Vintage wool hat, Alice McCall shorts get similar here, Mollini ankle boots, Low Luv X Erin Wasson Thunderbird Etched Cuff, and Neck piece from Wild Child Style Lab.

Photos taken by Emma Craig, myself, Jane Birkin images sourced from style.com

Mexico

"Feet, why do I need them if I have wings to fly?" - Frida Kahlo



Someone who has continuously inspired me has been Frida Kahlo. She endured so much, was a strong, powerful force of a woman. Her work spoke volumes of her intellect and emotions. I was given her biography a number of years ago, having read most of it and maxing out my loan at our local library a few times. It was one of the greatest gifts. Plus Julie Taymor (my hero) made the brilliant Frida film which still blows me away. Treat yourself and watch that breathtaking film!

As I kid I made and collected any hand made worry dolls I could find- having read about them and fallen in love with this Guatemalan tradition. I know I have them around somewhere, but don't quite know where I have put them since I have moved so often. Anyway the idea is that before going to sleep at night you tell each doll your worry, and they keep it for you. You rest the dolls under your pillow and when you wake up the worries are gone. You can get them at oxfamshop.org.au I hope I can someday find my collection to show you! Plus the best kids film out right now is Rango I loved it! So funny. And had to add a pic of Clint Eastwood looking lovely way back when. x

"You might say I'm from everywhere there's trouble brewin' and hell waiting to be raised. You might say I'm what hell's already raised up!" -Rango

Going The Distance

So I loved the Drew Barrymore film Going the Distance... I mean it is not brilliant cinema by any means, but it was so much fun. What is more, I completely loved Drew's wardrobe in the film. Metallic jackets, loose t-shirts and trousers in a completely non frumpy way, belts, as simple as it is, I loved it. Her hair for the premieres was incredible too.
Pictured: me in My brothers old Scout's uniform pants, Grey t-shirt, vintage metallic jacket, with rose pin to pull it in at the back, Marc Jacobs star watch necklace, Cheap Monday rock ring, Mimco black bow clip and Yeojin Bae wedge heels.

Amelia Earhart constantly inspires me, particularly this image of her all suited up ready to fly...

PS. A lot of these photos are things I have found while flicking through the internet in general, and have been sitting on my computer for ages, and as such I don't know who to credit them for, so my apologies.