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What I Wore: All at sea

22nd August, 2023

Matching sets don’t get any better than this adorable duo by Gucci. I have always turned to Gucci for event looks from the races to launches and hosting duties, and can always rely on them to deliver polished looks with plenty of glam. This linen set is a touch more casual in that regard, but I love how easy and effortless it looks, and it’s absolutely perfect for spring. The whole outfit has a playful nautical feel to it from the mini wrap skirt to the kimono sleeve and the anchor insignia on the pockets. The blue and red accents also tap into the seaside vibe. Also the great thing about a set is that it can be worn as separates, so the skirt and shirt can easily be worn apart to create different looks. I wanted to dress it up a bit more so I added a button down shirt underneath, the collar and tie detail peeking out just so.

I went for an unexpected shoe choice with a chunky loafer with a platform heel to avoid the look being too saccharine. It’s a strong shoe with a bold silhouette and I think it helps ground the entire outfit. I added some sports socks too, from Gucci’s recent collaboration with Adidas to give it a more sporty feel. A mini bag from Gucci’s Bamboo 1947 collection, helped round out the look. I’ve always been a fan of the bamboo accents on Gucci’s bag designs, as I think it gives it an artistic feel, adding a touch of theatre that differentiates it from your usual handbag. Embracing a touch of Italian flair in my everyday look has me back in holiday mode again, if only just a little bit!

Credits: Shirt, blouse, skirt, bag, socks, shoes, Gucci

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

This post was produced in collaboration with Gucci

 

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What I Wore: Royal Ascot 2023

27th June, 2023

I’m in London at the moment enjoying the sunshine and attending one of my favourite racing events, Royal Ascot. After the last few years of limited travel, I’m so appreciative of being able to attend these events again, and you can’t get much bigger than Ascot. It’s always fun putting together looks for this event, and having gone the Gucci route last year I decided to embrace the designer once again. Why mess with a winning formula, right? This Gucci suit is so next level. The tailoring is impeccable and the silhouette is classic yet with a few modern twists. The collar is such a fun detail but as its detachable, it adds some versatility to this look as I could opt to wear it without it another time. Also the belt with the oversized buckle does double duty by cinching in my waist for a flattering silhouette but also being a statement piece.

Given the colour of the suit is quite understated, it needed some extra oomph. While the belt did a great job of adding a touch of drama, I couldn’t go past the two-tone heels to add some boldness and colour. The tapered red heel and the pleated detail at the front added a touch of fun to such a classic look. Luckily, Gucci’s accessories game is strong, so I was spoilt for choice when it came to the finishing details to this ensemble. The quilted black bag with chain detail added an elegant touch, while the black straw boater with bow helped me tick the headwear box in the most sophisticated of ways. A pair of black sunglasses were a must, and helped round out this racing ensemble, and prepared me for a fun day enjoying the sunshine trackside.

Credits: Jacket, pants, bag (similar here), sunglasses (similar shape here), shoes and hat, Gucci

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I Wore: Merlot

13th June, 2023

I love unexpected ways to incorporate leather into my wardrobe. While I’m all about a leather legging or pant, this dress by Sofia Irina has me adding leather dresses to my new list of winter faves. Supple and super luxurious, this shirt dress ticks all the boxes, including the beautiful textural element that leather adds. The military inspired silhouette feels very modern and bold, while the exaggerated shoulders and the gold detailing give it a bit of an edge. Also given the fact leather can be a little bulky in nature, the wide waist belt does the job of creating a cinched in profile which is ultra flattering. This dress comes in three colour ways (the others are black and a colour called chive which is a forest green colour) but I immediately gravitated towards this deep merlot hue. It’s such a great colour for winter and adds a punchy injection of colour to an outfit. Also, the wine colour really goes hand in hand with cooler temperatures and the time to embrace richer shades.

A variety of different shoe options could work with this particular dress, but I wanted to add a fun, playful touch so these Gucci platforms were the obvious choice. I love a platform because it adds a good few inches of height which is never not a good thing, plus it’s so flattering — it elongates your frame and makes your legs look like they go on forever! In keeping with all things Gucci, this mini Jackie bag seemed the perfect way to accessorise this outfit. The Jackie is a signature silhouette of the brand and when in the quintessential Gucci monogram, it keeps the bag looking classic. This winter, while you’re busy playing with layers, don’t forget about textures and colours too — they really can give an outfit the extra lift it needs.

Credits: Dress, Sofia Irina; Shoes and bag, Gucci, Sunglasses, Poppy Lissiman

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

This shoot was produced in collaboration with Sofia Irina

 

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What I Wore: Australian Fashion Week 2023 Day 1

15th May, 2023

It’s the first day of Fashion Week today so I wanted to make a splash with my outfit choice and go for something bold. It’s of course the perfect time to embrace the numerous talented Australian designers out there, and today was all about this Alemais dress for me. I throughly loved the way this dress had a fluidity to it that gave it some beautiful movement. While the stunning brocade fabric added some drama and elegance. And let’s not forget about the bell sleeves! Such gorgeous draping really added some theatre to the way this dress moved, while the contrasting yellow fringing added a gorgeous finishing flourish.

So, how to accessorise a dress that’s already quite dramatic and theatrical? I wanted a shoe with an interesting silhouette and these Fendi shoes have been a longtime fave of mine. I love the wedge style ‘F’ heel and the metallic straps. I opted for a classic mini Jackie bag from Gucci to pair with this dress as it’s diminutive size and simple monogram print would complement rather than compete with the dress. Lastly, Fashion Week isn’t possible without a great pair of sunnies on hand at all times, and this caramel Bec & Bridge pair from their collaboration with Pared really fit the brief.

Credits: Dress, Alemais; Heels, Fendi; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Bec & Bridge x Pared

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I Wore: Monochrome Moments

27th April, 2023

What I love about dressing for autumn racing is that everything feels just that little more refined. There’s an opportunity to embrace layering, luxe textures and rich wintery hues. I wore this outfit recently to attend The Championships at Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney and went all out with a monochrome colour palette. Everything about this particular outfit centred around this silk mini dress by Gucci, which featured some classic design elements perfect for a race day look. The turtleneck neckline is ideal for this time of year, it’s a very autumn/winter style and keeps the dress looking sleek and polished. I’m also a big fan of the long sleeves. It makes for a great counterpoint to the mini hemline of the dress, plus it creates an elegant silhouette.

I wanted to keep things quite monochromatic with this look so I went for black accessories to complement the dress. The mini Gucci Jackie handbag is a classic style that feels very elevated with the patent leather finish, and the chunky gold strap. I also rate the fact that it’s the ideal size for toting my essentials around without being so ridiculously small that I can’t fit anything in it! I love pairing hosiery with dresses in the cooler months and this sheer Swiss dot pair was the ideal style to add a little playfulness to this outfit. Platform heels were the obvious choice given how big a trend they are this season, plus I’ll never say no to a little extra height—it’s the ideal way to elongate my frame. Headwear is of course a non-negotiable at the races. I adore the drama of the oversized hat. It adds a bit of theatre to this look which is always a nice touch when it comes to racewear.

Credits: Dress, shoes and bag, Gucci; Stockings, Voodoo Hosiery

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I wore this week

2nd March, 2023

It’s officially the first week of autumn but the wear has still been quite warm in Sydney so I’ve been able to have most of my fave summer pieces still in rotation. That said, I’m really cultivating a love affair with tailored pants and will continue to do so seemingly into the coming months as I’m wearing them so often. Also I’ve brought out a few of my fave accessories to help round out my looks this week, including a trusty classic Gucci bag and my fave sunnies. Here’s what I wore this week.

Loving sets for easy, polished options on busy days. This set by Foemina has a relaxed vibe to it with the tunic and slim pants, but can be taken in different directions with a change in footwear. I went for super casual in this instance with the Birkenstocks but I could wear this look with a dressier sandal for something more elevated. Also, anything loose and airy is perfect for combatting the sticky heat we’ve been experiencing in Sydney.

Credits: Top and pants, Foemina; Shoes, Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock; Sunglasses, RayBan

My sartorial commitment to tailored pants continues. Camilla and Marc have been doing some gorgeous suiting inspired pieces, such as these pants. I always feel put together when I wear them, but it’s comfy enough to wear casually. The chunky sandal has become my go-to of late, and these shearling lines ones have been a fun, fashion forward addition to most of my looks.

Credits: Top, Bec and Bridge; Pants and slides, Camilla and Marc; Bag (similar here), Prada

Told you I loved a matching set! This raspberry coloured top and shorts by Bondi Born is the perfect pairing, and is a great option for doing the school run, while also being appropriate for when I need to look a little more dressed up. Both pieces are also easily worn separately so they’re a great wardrobe addition.

Credits: Top and shorts, Bondi Born

As we head into autumn, and the cooler weather it will bring, I’ve been stocking up on pants to have in rotation and this pair by Viktoria and Woods is definitely in the mix. I’ve had them for awhile and have really given them a workout, as I wear them most weeks, plus I packed them when I went overseas as testament to how wearable they are. I wore another great chunky sandal by Camilla and Marc (they’ve got some great footwear styles right now) to anchor the look and give it a trend element, while a classic Gucci shoulder bag and black sunnies add a touch of polish. Also, shout out to this Uniqlo tee—so comfy, so durable and a great shape.

Credits: T-shirt, Uniqlo; Pants and belt, Viktoria and Woods; Slides, Camilla and Marc; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Le Specs

 

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What I wore this week

19th January, 2023

We’ve been having some truly glorious weather in Sydney over the last few days so it’s been the perfect time to embrace some gorgeous summer pieces. That said, it seems the weather has turned, so I’ve also been able to get into one of my go-to combinations when I’m in mum mode (and yes, it involves denim.). School holidays always opens me up to all facets of my wardrobe as the girls and I embrace all sorts of activities. Here’s what I wore this week.

I love the brand Rixo for glam party pieces, but they also do some great casual dresses such as the one above. The starfish print is perfect for summer and I like the freshness of the blue on white colour combination. The bias cut and deep V neckline is also really flattering.

Credits: Dress, Rixo

How good is being able to wear pyjamas outside of the house? This relaxed set by Sir is made of the softest silk and drapes beautifully. Also, the print is fun and really makes a statement. I tapped into the white in the print by embracing a white pair of slides and mini bag.

Credits: Shirt and pants, Sir; Bag, Strathberry; Slides, Gucci

Felt like getting dressed up for a little shoot I was doing and this dress by Kate Ford was perfect. The vibrant floral print is by artist Helen McCullagh and is a little different to the usual softer florals that are popular in summer. I particularly love the hits of bold red. The puff sleeves and teardrop shaped cut out also help elevate this frock into something a little dressier.

Credits: Dress, Kate Ford

Introducing one of my fave comfy mum mode outfits. I always find a shirt paired with jeans to be a great shortcut to a polished look and these jeans by Viktoria and Woods also bring an on trend feel to this outfit with its relaxed fit.

Credits: Shirt, Bec & Bridge; Jeans, Viktoria and Woods

 

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What I wore this week

12th January, 2023

School holidays has me rocking more casual looks this week and it’s been great to be able to explore that side of my wardrobe a little more. Looking after two little girls, it’s mostly been about comfort interspersed with the occasional dressy look. That said, one pattern does seem to be emerging… a matching set can’t be beat. Whether it’s a shirt and shorts combination, a skirt and button down, or a crop and skirt, a co-ordinating set is definitely a great shortcut to looking polished without much effort. So, here are a few of my faves…

Brights are definitely on trend this season and this orange Kinney has been a tried and tested mood booster. A vibrant hue is always a great option for summer, plus it makes a statement. My white Gucci slides added a neutral touch and allowed the colour to shine.

Credits: Shirt and shorts, Kinney; Slides, Gucci

I love this skirt and crop set by Seed Heritage. It’s so beautifully feminine, but the neutral hue helps to ground it and keeps it from looking too saccharine. This is a great polished look for an event. Also, each works well as separates.

Credits: Crop, skirt and sandals, Seed Heritage; Sunglasses, RayBan

Denim is always a failsafe option no matter the occasion. This shirt and shorts set is a great casual go-to and it’s perfect for wearing as separates too. These comfy Camilla and Marc slides have been a fun addition to my wardrobe and add a statement feature to a simple look. I went with a roomy Dior tote on this day, which served the practical purpose of holding all my essentials, but also added a statement pop of colour.

Credits: Shirt and shorts, Country Road; Bag (similar here), Dior; Slides, Camilla and Marc

Credits: Shirt, skirt and bag, Oroton; Slides, Gucci

Oroton’s ready-to-wear range is seriously on point this season, with lots of fun pieces to embrace. This colourful printed set is the perfect resortwear look, and if you’re off on holiday, definitely consider it. I also went with a white Oroton mini bag and white sandals to add an extra touch of freshness to this ensemble.

 

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What I wore this week

5th January, 2023

Happy New Year everyone! I’m currently in post-Christmas, school holiday mode so my looks have really been featuring everything from comfy dresses to polished tailoring to cater to the different things currently in the calendar. But what I’ve discovered in the process is that I’m really in love with a number of different pieces that I introduced to my summer wardrobe. It goes to show how good a little forward planning is at it’s meant that I currently have a really wearable warm weather wardrobe with a lot of versatility.

This fawn maxi is a great one to see me through so many different occasions. It’s ultra comfortable and has become a bit of an easy staple to throw on when I’m spending the day with the girls. I often pair it with a pair of slides and a cute bag and I’m done. The colour is also quite versatile given it’s a neutral.

Credits: Dress, Kinney; Slides and bag, Gucci

I am really into great tailored pants at the moment and I’ve found they’re a style that can easily be dressed up or down. In this instance, I wore these pants with a strapless top to give it a more on trend feel. Accessorising called for simple pieces, so I went with a nude heel by Scanlan Theodore and a mini Gucci Jackie bag.

Credits: Top, Suboo; Pants, Viktoria and Woods: Bag, Gucci; Heels, Scanlan Theodore

Matching pyjama sets are huge this season so I have been wholeheartedly embracing them. There’s so many options to choose from! I love them in a nice flowy fabric for an easy breezy feel, and a vibrant print. I have been using them as a go-to for the event wear as they look polished, but feels very on trend.

Credits: Top and pants, Sir the Label; Bag, Strathberry; Slides, Gucci

A colourful mini dress is very much a summer staple of late. I love the print of this Manning Cartell dress as it’s such a punchy pattern and makes a statement. It’s a great go-to for event wear. I went for neutral accessories like this white Strathberry bag and nude Scanlan heels to complement the vivid hues in the dress and let the colour shine.

Credits: Dress, Manning Cartell; Bag, Strathberry; Heels, Scanlan Theodore

 

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What I wore this week

15th December, 2022

I’m currently on a family holiday so I’ve hit vacation mode in my wardrobe. I always find pulling together looks for trips to be fun as it means I get to experiment with a few new pieces plus it’s always a great challenge to be able to pull together a capsule wardrobe. I hate overpacking so I’m really strict with the pieces I bring — they have to be versatile. I set myself an even bigger challenge this time around as we spent the first half of our trip in warm weather in Hawaii, then straight to the cold with skiing in Aspen in Colorado. So, what did I pack? Here’s a peek at the looks I’ve been embracing.

Co-ord sets are a gem. I love taking them on holiday with me as it means I can wear them together but also as separates. All I have to do is bring a few key basics with me and I can rework them into a different looks. I then wore this set with my failsafe Gucci slides which have been such a great buy— I’ve had them for years and they’ve been with me on multiple trips and I wear them constantly throughout the year.

Credits: Top and shorts, Camilla and Marc; Slides, Gucci; Sunglasses, Ray Ban

Holidaying in Hawaii had me wanting to embrace fun prints. This set by Aussie brand Muma was just perfect for a tropical holiday. I wore this set when we were heading out for my birthday and it certainly left me in a festive mood. Also, if you can’t embrace a bold print when you’re on vacation when can you? Once again my Gucci sandals made an appearance. They’re so versatile and it’s not often I go away anywhere without packing them.

Credits: Shirt and pants, Muma; Sandals, Gucci

A quick change of pace into skiing mode had me embracing cosy winter pieces. It’s important to stay warm of course, but I still like dropping some fashion-ey pieces into my outfits. I’ve had this Perfect Moment sweater for ages, and it always comes with me when we’re going on a winter break. Plus I love that it offers a bold pop of colour. A plain black pair of ski pants is a must and this pair by Bogner have served me well for many seasons.

Credits: Sweater (similar here), Perfect Moment; Pants (similar here), Bogner

 

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