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What I Wore: Stripe Out

28th November, 2023

Printed dresses are the kind of one-and-done look that’s perfect for easy summer dressing. I’ve found that a dress with a striking print really doesn’t need much in terms of extra fixings to make it an outfit. This Husk dress, is one such example of how a great print can speak volumes. The ruffled neckline adds a feminine touch, and works well to strike a balance with the boldness of the zebra print. I’ve worn pieces by the brand Husk a number of times and they’re all great staples that have breezed into my outfit rotation without missing a beat.

I always tend to dial down my accessories when I’m working with an eye-catching print as I don’t want my outfit to be visually overwhelming, the print is enough! I stuck to an almost all black colour palette for this particular outfit (it helped tie everything together with the black stripes), adding my fave pair of Bottega Veneta heels and a classic mini Gucci bamboo top handle bag. Topped with cat eye Poppy Lissiman sunglasses, this is my definition of a go-to look for summer.

Credits: Dress, Husk; Bag, Gucci; Heels, Bottega Veneta; Sunglasses, Poppy Lissiman

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I Wore: Spring Days

14th November, 2023

I’m always looking to add to my summer dress collection because they tend to be my go-to during the warmer months. I love the one and done approach because it makes getting out the door so much easier! Husk recently gave me a peek at some of their recent new season additions and this drop waist dress was one of my faves. It’s a different silhouette to the dresses I’ve been seeing making their way in store for simmer, which I like because it gives it a point of difference. The contrasting texture with the ribbed top and lightweight cotton skirt strikes a great balance between form and flow, while the khaki colour adds a touch of boldness.

I wanted to dress this outfit up a little more so I went with a pair of Billini heels (they’re now on sale BTW) to add a little extra polish. My mini Oroton bag from a few seasons back is still a firm fave as it never fails to add a dash of glam to a casual outfit. It’s a great size and is quite structured with a chain strap which makes it really versatile as I can carry it crossbody, as a shoulder bag or tuck the chain in to turn it into a clutch. Anything multi-purpose is always a winner in my eyes as you can take it in so many different directions and reimagine it in so many different ways.

Credits: Dress, Husk; Heels, Billini; Bag, Oroton

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I Wore: Set Up

1st November, 2023

One of the great trends to emerge in the last few years has without a doubt has been the matching set. It makes effortless dressing unbelievably easy as there’s no fussing around with mixing and matching separates, it’s just a co-ordinating top and bottom and you’re done. Love that! A set can also appear on the full spectrum of fashion whether you want something that’s super casual for weekend wear, or a duo like the below which is definitely dressy and more elevated. This vest and skirt combination is from Husk which is a great boutique near where I live (they also have a number of locations around Sydney and Melbourne and they’re online) and is part of the current range. Vests are really having a moment so I love the fact this set taps into that trend, but gives it a more polished spin with the knee length A-line skirt. It’s also something that can be worn separately if you want, which is perfect for cost per wear. You could wear this set to the office, an event or just out to dinner and it would work, making it a great option for those days when you need to look put together but kinda just want to get dressed on autopilot.

Working with a crisp white canvas as far as outfits goes is always fun as you can take your accessories in so many different directions. It’s a hue that works with pretty much everything so there’s not much to worry about in terms of getting everything absolutely spot on, most colours will just work with it. Once again, effortless dressing to a tee. I opted for some slightly bolder tones with a caramel-hued pair of sunglasses by Pared and chartreuse heels by Billini to provide some contrast. The finishing touch was a teeny Gucci Jackie bag, which I have to say, for something that is so diminutive it has really become a bag that I’ve come to rely on a lot simply because it holds my essentials but still looks small enough to be a bit more of an elevated bag than an everyday grab-and-go style.

Credits: Vest and skirt, Husk; Heels, Billini; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Pared x Bec and Bridge

Credits: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I Wore: Botanica

10th January, 2023

Dresses are one of the easiest summer outfits I can think of (actually, make that year round) as it reduces the amount of styling you need to do down to a few key accessories. This forest green dress with botanical print by Husk, is the ideal dress for this time of year as it can be dressed up or down. I went for a dressier vibe in this instance, and could easily wear this out to dinner or to an event, but a simple switch in shoes and bag to something slightly more casual makes it perfect for heading out to lunch or just a day out in the sun. One thing that always gets a tick from me is versatility, and the halter tie on this dress is detachable so it can also be worn as a strapless dress with a sweetheart neckline. A win-win in my books. The print and green hue also give it a slightly more elegant feel which broadens the settings and occasions it can be worn.

Finishing off this look came down to a few key accessories, and in this instance it was mostly about my bag and shoes. I went for a classic quilted bag by Dior, which I’ve had in my closet for years and still wear to this day. Its diminutive size, textured finish and chain strap makes it a sophisticated option for daytime, and the perfect transition piece into the evening. I wanted to keep things in the same colour palette so my go-to Bottega Veneta heels made for the ideal shoe choice. I never leave home without a pair of sunglasses, and these black frames from the Bec & Bridge x Pared collab added the perfect finishing touch.

Credits: Dress, Husk; Heels, Bottega Veneta; Heels, Christian Dior (similar here); Sunglasses, Bec & Bridge x Pared

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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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: The Juliette

11th October, 2022

Discovering new places to add to my list of shopping haunts is always one of my favourite things about fashion and Husk has quickly become a favourite. They have a great edit of brands and products, and an on point in-house label designed by famed Aussie designer Kirrily Johnston who is the brand’s creative director. I was thrilled to work with them to showcase their latest spring collection, and this suiting set called the ‘Juliette’ is one of the standouts for me. It’s such great take on suiting with the checked print, wide leg pant and matching vest. A three-piece suit has always been such a staple of men’s tailoring, so I decided to give it a feminine vibe by wearing the vest as a top. The deep V neckline showing off a peek of decolletage gives it a hint of sexiness, but still honours the elements of a traditional suit. That said, I think it would also look great with a shirt worn underneath— ultimately it just depends where your mood takes you on any given day.

I accessorised this particular look with a pair of Bottega Veneta heels to avoid it looking too corporate. The on-trend silhouette of the shoe gives it a modern touch while the cat eye sunglasses add some edge. I opted for a black bag to complement my shoe choice, and in this instance, a quilted Dior bag made for the perfect finishing touch.

Credits: Blazer, vest, pants, Husk; Sunglasses, Poppy Lissiman; Heels, Bottega Veneta; Bag (similar), Dior

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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