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What I Wore: Elevated Tropicana

29th November, 2022

One of the easiest shortcuts during summer is a matching set. I’m particularly all about printed numbers, and this co-ord set with its hibiscus print is such a great option for the warmer weather. It’s a slightly more grown up, sophisticated take on a tropical print and works great against the forest green hue. Also the shirred feature on the top and skirt makes for a flattering fit as it really cinches in the waist. The puff sleeve top would work beautifully with a wide leg pant or tailored shorts, while the skirt would work well paired with a tank or bodysuit. The appeal of being able to wear a matching set as separates is what makes them so versatile, and such a great buy in terms of cost per wear.

I wanted to dress this look up a bit so opted for a pair of Chanel slingbacks. However if I wanted to dress it down, I could easily go for a pair of slides or sandals, even a sneaker and take it into a more casual direction. A cream mini Apede Mod bag was the final touch and helped to add a dressy element to this look.

Credits: Top and skirt, Husk Official; Shoes, Chanel; Bag, Apede Mod

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I wore this week (Melbourne edition)

24th November, 2022

Packing for the week of Melbourne Cup Carnival always requires a few different outfit options as I will be going from mum mode one minute to trackside the next and a few dinners and events in between. So, it requires a bit of preparation as I need pieces that are versatile and can be dressed up or down and worn in different ways. My recent trip to Melbourne was all about embracing a few new staple pieces in my wardrobe mixed with a few fun pieces for dressing up, and always my fave Aussie brands. Here’s what I wore.

Aussie labels are so great at doing event wear. I wore this Sir the Label dress when I was heading out to dinner after attending Derby Day. It was a nice way to continue the black and white dress code, as I paired it with my black Bottega heels and a black Jimmy Choo pouch. I do like the unexpected statement hemline of this dress — it gives the dress a little extra personality.

Credits: Dress, Sir the Label; Bag, Jimmy Choo; Heels, Bottega Veneta

Love a lowkey look with polish. These black Camilla and Marc pants have been a great addition to my wardrobe as I can dress them up but they also look great with sneakers. It was cold down in Melbourne so I got cosy in a Venroy sweater and popped a Camilla and Marc trench on top. Also, white sneakers are still a beloved part of my wardrobe. These are by Burberry and have a great pared back vibe to them.

Credits: Trench and pants, Camilla and Marc; Sweater, Venroy; Sneakers, Burberry

I like experimenting with how I style things and decided to tuck this bomber jacket into a maxi skirt and lo and behold, a new look is born. These two pieces are great as they’re able to be worn separately quite easily. I accessorised with a two-tone pair of Chanel slingbacks to add a little extra polish, and a casual Prada bucket bag to round things out.

Credits: Jacket (available in other colour here) and skirt, Clea; Bag (similar here), Prada; Slingbacks, Chanel; Sophia and Grace in Seed

Another winning pair of trousers by Camilla and Marc! These are just the right amount of slouchy, but the tailored silhouette means they don’t look sloppy. Did I mention they’re also insanely comfortable? I went for a pair of Camilla and Marc slides with a super cosy shearling trim, which seemed fitting for the up and down weather in Melbourne.

Credits: Top, Good American; Pants and shoes, Camilla and Marc; Grace in Seed

 

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What I Wore: Enwrapped with Aje

15th November, 2022

An evening with one of my fave brands? Yes, please! I was recently invited to attend ‘Enwrapped with Aje’ a dinner hosted by the brand’s founders, so of course, attire from the brand was a must. Aje is one of my go-to brands for event wear as they always have such a great selection of statement-making dresses. The silhouettes are always interesting, the detail and flourishes always on point and the colours are always so vibrant. All the elements I tend to look for when it comes to occasion wear. I opted for a ballet pink dress with side cut outs and an open back as I liked its party dress vibe, but I also loved the puff sleeves which have become a signature style of Aje. I was excited to be able to attend the dinner with my sister-in-law Rey Vakili, who also wore a gorgeous mint green open back dress by Aje. The colour palette is perfect for spring/summer dressing and encapsulates the more upbeat energy during this time of year.

Accessorising this look was always going to be fun. I decided to go head-to-toe Aje and wore a pair of white heels by the brand. The style is so versatile and it’s a heel that’s been getting plenty of use ever since I welcomed them into my wardrobe. If you don’t have a white heel in your wardrobe, I definitely recommend getting a pair! To finish off the look I opted for a pastel pink Chanel bag. It’s a playful piece I’ve had in my closet for awhile, and while the colour doesn’t immediately seem practical, I’ve actually been able to wear this bag so much. I think neutrals are great, but sometimes it’s good to have a more colourful bag that can instantly brighten up an outfit. In this case, wearing pink on pink definitely helped cement the look.

Credits: (Me) Dress and shoes, Aje; Bag, Chanel; (Rey) Dress, Aje; Bag, Chanel

Photography: Myles Kalus and Rachel Yabsley (street style); Alex Wall (portraits)

 

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What I wore this week

13th October, 2022

Another week, another round of outfits! It’s been a great week for trialling a few new brands and revisiting some looks I’ve worn recently. There have been a few splashes of colour, a workout look and some great casual pieces in this week’s rotation. While spring is already here the weather is still a bit topsy turvy so I’m just hanging out for some solid sunny weather to bring out some more spring looks. Here’s what I wore this week.

On the way to a Roosters event with Luke and I went for a smart casual ensemble featuring my fave Levi’s jeans and a newcomer to my wardrobe in the form of a Ducie leather blazer. I’ve always been a fan of leather jackets and I’ve found the blazer style to be a great way to embrace a similar vibe but with a little more polish. It’s also really easy to pair with everything from pants to jeans and dresses so I’ve really been embracing it in a few different outfits of late. I paired this with white Chanel sneakers and a Prada bucket bag to round out the look.

Credits: Blazer (similar here), Ducie; T-shirt, Uniqlo: Jeans, Levis; Sneakers (similar here), Chanel; Bag (similar here), Prada

Back in workout mode post-school holidays. This Jaggad set is a great one to wear when I’m exercising as it’s comfy but still looks put together enough that I can happily wear it to grab coffee or breakfast afterwards. I decided to give things a bit of a fashion-y spin with these tortoiseshell Pared sunglasses which add a statement finish.

Credits: Jumper and tights, Jaggad; Sunglasses, Pared

Pairing varying shades of one colour makes for a really impactful look, which is why I really rate this ensemble by Aussie brand White Story. The forest green leather pants are such an unexpected take on the traditional black leather legging that I’m used to wearing, and have been a great way to give leather pants a new spin. The colour and wide leg cut make it a feel a little more on trend, while the green shirt in a similar hue adds cohesion and a fashion forward feel. My fave Bottega Veneta heels help tie everything together and give this look an elevated feel.

Credits: Top and pants, White Story; Heels, Bottega Veneta

I wore this look to host an event recently and loved it so much I decided it needed another outing. This laser cut embroidery give this shift dress a whimsical feel, but the simplicity of the silhouette helps to avoid it looking too saccharine. I’ve also been wearing these Aje shoes with so many different looks— I’m definitely a convert when it comes to white heels, they go with with virtually everything.

Credits: Dress, LeoLin; Heels, Aje

 

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What I wore this week

4th August, 2022

It’s still all about winter dressing but this week in Sydney we did experience what felt like a glorious spring day which was a nice reprieve from the cold weather. I’m still embracing so many winter warmers in my closet and am having fun rediscovering that part of my wardrobe again after my holiday break. I had a few appointments and meetings this week so I embraced a lot of dressy, elevated looks but luckily I was still able to incorporate some casual ensembles in the mix. Here’s what I wore this week.

Back into winter gear and loving tonal ensembles. I’ve always found layering varying shades but in a similar colour family achieves a really impactful look. I layered a few earthy pieces here and found it added some warmth to my outfit. Also, I’m not sure about you but I loved the break from constantly wearing pants or jeans throughout winter by doing a midi skirt/boots combination. I highly recommend it for keeping warm, but taking your outfit in a different direction.

Credits: Skirt, Camilla and Marc; Top, Venroy; Bag, Gucci, Boots, Seed; Coat, Karen Millen

Doing another take on the skirt/boots combination with this head to toe look from Seed. I wore this look to host an event for Seed earlier in the year and found it be a great go-to look for when I’ve got a meeting or event to attend. Once again I’m embracing tonal hues, but I also love doing crisp whites in winter. It’s a little more unexpected as far as winter hues go and it adds a level of freshness. Loving the resurgence of the knee high boot, it’s definitely a great way to dress up many an outfit.

Credits: Jumper, coat and boots, Seed

This outfit ties into my motto of ‘off duty wear but keep it polished’. Jeans and a white shirt have always been my go-to when it comes to casual wear, but I wanted to take it up a notch so paired it with this Camilla and Marc trench. It’s comfy yet chic and something I do quite often whenever I’m doing a jeans and tee pairing throughout the cooler months. I went for a simple pair of white sneakers and added a Louis Vuitton top handle bag to help me carry all my essentials around for the day.

Credits: Trench, Camilla and Marc; T-shirt, Uniqlo; Jeans, Slvrlake; Bag, Louis Vuitton; Sneakers, Burberry;

This was a shoot day and I felt in the mood to dress up a little so went with this puff sleeve top by Aje and an Anna Quan mini. I’ve worn both pieces so many times and have really managed to maximise the cost per wear on both of them. Being on my feet most of the day, I went for flat Chanel slingbacks to stay comfortable but polished at the same time.

Credits: Top, Aje; Skirt, Anna Quan; Slingbacks, Chanel

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Designer items that will never go out of style

5th June, 2022

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Investment purchases often have a few more zeros in the price tag than your average chain store buy but when you factor in the longevity and its cost per wear you’re definitely getting a bargain. I’ve spoken in the past about my approach to buying designer goods that you won’t regret, but there are definitely certain pieces that will forever remain stylish. Add these to your wardrobe and I promise you’ll have a long and happy relationship.

Burberry trench

If you’re going to splurge on a trench coat make it one by Burberry. The coat was designed by Thomas Burberry for military personnel in World War One to keep officers protected against wind and rain and the design has been around ever since. The hardware and fabrication are of course top notch but one glimpse of the iconic checked lining sets this trench above the rest. I promise a trench coat is one purchase that you will get plenty of use out of all year round.

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Chanel 2.55 bag

Everyone knows the quilted 2.55 bag by Chanel and whilst its ubiquitous it’s also one of the few designer bags that will not only appreciate in value (research has shown that the bag has increased in value by 70 per cent over the last six years) it’s also the kind of bag that will not date, will go with virtually everything you own and will always be a classic staple that you’ll be proud to carry. It’s a hefty investment I know, but if you’re going to splurge on a designer bag this one is definitely worth considering.

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Cartier LOVE Bracelet

The ultimate in wrist candy the beautiful Cartier LOVE bracelet first came to prominence in the 1970s and has only grown more popular since its inception. Available in a variety of metals including yellow gold or rose gold, and if you’re really looking to splurge there’s also a version studded with diamonds this is one piece of jewellery that you’ll remain in love with.

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Hermès Oran sandal

While the Hermès Oran sandal comes in a number of different colours, the tan is by far the most popular. There’s a very good reason for that! If you’re going to splurge on a designer sandal this would have to be it. The classic, understated style works for so many different occasions, from beach to bar to a long lunch… it goes with pretty much everything and has been in style for forever making it a worthwhile buy. Also, you can never go wrong with anything from Hermès.

 

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Chanel ballet flat

Ballet flats will always be a wardrobe staple but add a pair of interlocking Cs and you venture into truly classic style territory. Whilst they’re not the type of shoe that you’d wear daily to run errands (they’re definitely a bit more special than your average ballet flat) they are an easy and stylish footwear option for those days when you just want to take a casual look up a notch. A close runner up in the shoe department would be the classic Gucci horsebit loafer. Almost 70 years on and it’s still going strong.

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Gucci loafers

First released in 1953, the Gucci loafer has been around for 68 years and whilst it has never ever really gone away it has experienced a huge resurgence in popularity. Whilst the range now encompasses everything from floral print to an array of colours, fur trim and a version with a collapsible heel, this style is a forever shoe. Translation: if you invest in this you’ll be wearing it for the next few decades without it ever dipping in style cred.

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Australian Fashion Week 2022: Day 1

9th May, 2022

It’s one of my fave times of year again as Australian Fashion Week is here! I always find this entire week to be a lot of fun, and so inspiring (also, good or perhaps not so good for my shopping list!) as I am able to support my fave designers but also discover up-and-comers. I always bookmark looks for events and race days at Fashion Week so it’s a good way to find out what’s going to drop in the coming months. It’s always a hectic time and I spend most of it running from show to show, but it’s also a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues and friends along the way which is always nice. Of course, outfits for every day are always high on my priority list for the week, and this year is no different.

I always like to work with stylist Jess Pecoraro (pictured below) for my Fashion Week outfits as it’s quite a busy time for me. Pulling together looks for the shows as well as the various associated events is quite the undertaking, so it’s nice to leave it in the hands of an expert. Jess knocked it out of the park with this look for day one. I adore suiting of any kind, and what better way to kick off the week than with this Gucci ensemble. The suit, shirt and shoes are all by the brand and what I love about is the beautiful lines and tailoring. The simple yet impactful details such as the visible stitching on the jacket elevate this look, and add some character. Also the greige colour is so perfect for this time of year, and when paired with the sky blue shirt it allows each colour to pop.

Of course, I have to up my accessories game when mingling with some of the most fashionable women and men in the industry. This mini Chanel bag in burgundy velvet is the perfect accoutrement to add some colour. I also like that it’s not the usual shape and colour palette for Chanel — I like unexpected details like that. I capped off this look with patent Gucci shoes with an ultra on trend chunky heel, and cat eye Poppy Lissiman sunglasses to add a playful touch.

Credits: Suit, shirt and shoes, Gucci; Bag, Chanel; Sunglasses, Poppy Lissiman

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I wore this week

21st April, 2022

From a wardrobe clear out to workout gear and my fave polished off duty looks, this week has seen it all. I’ve embraced a whole lot of colour while going for an all black look the next, but it’s always a good week when I’m able to wear my faves, but rework them in a new way, while also embracing some fun new additions. Here’s what I wore this week.

I’m taking part in Vinnies’ The Drop and this Lover trench is something I’m giving away. And I want you to snap it up! You can find more info here. A printed trench is such a great way to liven up a pared back look like jeans and a tee or as a statement topper over a dress. Either way, it’s such a fun designer piece to have you in your closet!

Credits: Trench, Lover; Heels, Scanlan Theodore; Earrings, Oroton; Sunglasses, Chanel

Once I find activewear that I love I like to grab a set in different colours. I’ve got this Year of Ours set in a neutral colour and am a huge fan because it’s comfy and provides great support but I could also walk out the door and wear this to grab a coffee. I like embracing different colours when it comes to activewear as wearing all black all the time just gets a little repetitive.

Credits: Top and leggings, Year of Ours

Jeans and a fun top is one fashion equation that always works. I’ve waxed lyrical about my love of denim this week so it’s no surprise that it always gets a workout in my weekly wardrobe rotation. I’m embracing more relaxed styles when it comes to jeans, but I always like to pair it with something more fitted at the top, such as this Manning Cartell halter top. Not only is the style a lot of fun, I’m always a fan of anything in Barbie pink!

Credits: Top, Manning Cartell; Jeans (similar here), Viktoria and Woods

I’ve really come around to wearing black trousers in a more casual way of late. I used to categorise them as being more of a dressy piece, but paired with a tee and sandals it really works to create a polished off duty look. Also, it’s one way to get more wear out of the trousers that you’d usually relegate for work or an occasion, and I’m a fan of being able to extend the use of pieces I already own.

Credits: Top, RtA; Pants, Witchery; Bag, Chanel; Shoes, Ducie; Sunglasses, Bec and Bridge x Pared

 

 

 

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What I Wore: The Championships 2022

5th April, 2022

It was all about monochrome over the weekend as I took on reporting duties at The Championships and embraced this black and white look by Zimmermann. While I usually associate Zimmermann with beautiful feminine pieces such as dresses with intricate detailing or bold prints, or tops with a flourish of colour and embellishments, this time around it was all about a sleek black and white ensemble that had a distinctly masculine edge. While I can often be found in dresses whenever I’m trackside, I do love to mix it up with the occasional suit or pants look. In this instance I opted for these harem pants, which can look traditionally quite casual but this iteration took on a decidedly polished feel with its adjustable cuffs and buckles at the waist. I paired it with a white waistcoat, which with its deep neckline and cinched in waist, provided the perfect counterpoint to the more voluminous cut of the pants.

I wanted to pair this look with accessories that were sharp and had a bit of drama. These Jimmy Choo pumps with the chandelier accessory added a sexy touch and were definitely a talking point. Headwear is of course a must on any race day and I love the veiled feature of this beret by milliner Nerida Winter. It’s sophisticated and understated, and it worked seamlessly as I needed something that was quite strong, without being over the top or too decorative. Last of all was this gorgeous chain strap Chanel bag. I don’t think you can ever go wrong with anything featuring interlocking Cs and it was the perfect size to hold all my essentials while still looking chic.

Credits: Jacket, waistcoat and pants, Zimmermann; Heels, Jimmy Choo; Hat, Nerida Winter; Bag, Chanel

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I Wore: Full Bloom

8th February, 2022

I recently attended a friend’s wedding and decided to embrace a dress that is fun personified. I always love getting dressed up for weddings and this Rachel Gilbert dress just seemed the perfect fit. Sophia and Grace actually said it was their most favourite thing I’ve ever worn, which is a high compliment from my daughters. What really makes this dress for me is the wonderful clash of different textures and colours. From the embroidered florals on the overlay, the riot of colour and the feathered hem which moved just beautifully, all the elements were there for the perfect event dress. The finishing touch of the emerald green embellished trim around the neckline and arms elevated the look and really added an extra layer to the gown. All the beading and embellishments were done by hand, which is a feature I really appreciate as I know how painstaking the process is to get it just right, and it makes every feature look so precise and spot on.

When you’re wearing a dress that’s as striking as this one, I wanted to keep my jewellery quite simple and not go too heavy-handed with my choice of shoes and bag. The dress had to be the one taking centre stage. So, I opted for nude lace up heels by Tony Bianco which were the perfect neutral hue to blend into the background. I then paired it with a baby pink Chanel chain strap bag which I wore with the chain tucked in so it could act as a clutch (side note: Chanel bags are great for this reason as you can wear them multiple ways, from a crossbody to a shoulder bag to a clutch.) I went for classic, understated jewellery to complement my look as I didn’t want anything competing with my gown. As far as wedding looks go, this had to be one of my absolute favourites.

Credits: Dress, Rachel Gilbert; Shoes, Tony Bianco; Bag, Chanel

Photography: Lucy Alcorn