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What I Wore: Caulfield Cup 2023

23rd October, 2023

A print or a pattern can really make an outfit. Whenever I want my outfit to make a statement, it’s always one of my go-tos, particularly when it’s bold like this pinstripe suit by Louis Vuitton. I’ve waxed lyrical about my love of suiting for event wear, so I needed no convincing to wear this particular look to this year’s Caulfield Cup. I was on reporting duties once again for 7Racing so I wanted something that would work well on camera and the strong colour contrast on the suit ticked all the right boxes. I decided to wear the double breasted jacket buttoned up which gave this look a much stronger silhouette, and worked back with the matching pants it felt sleek and modern.

Headwear is always one of my key considerations for a race day look and this pillbox hat by Nerida Winter added a gorgeous feminine touch. Given the suit is already so vivid and bright, I needed the rest of my accessories to ground the look so I opted for a black Louis Vuitton clutch and a heels with a floral embellishment by Tony Bianco. Wearing more subdued hues when it came to my accessories really allowed the colour and pattern of the suit to pop.

Credits: Blazer, pants, and bag, Louis Vuitton; Heels, Tony Bianco; Headpiece, Nerida Winter

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I Wore: The Everest 2023

17th October, 2023

As the richest race on turf, The Everest is always one of the biggest events in the racing calendar. I was there on hosting duties with 7 Racing over the weekend and it’s the kind of event that requires something big and bold. Enter this colour blocked dress by Rebecca Vallance. Pastel blue and green is always such an impactful colour combination and in this instance its vibrancy was perfect for a gorgeous spring day in Sydney. It’s also a design that embraces one of spring racing’s biggest trends. Hot tip: bows are going to be having a major fashion moment over the coming months.

I wanted to provide some contrast with my accessories and pastel pink was the ideal complementary colour. It adds a feminine touch and lifts the pastel tones in the dress. Continuing the bow theme I opted to wear this headpiece by Somewhere Here, the oversized bow paired with the pink veil added a classic touch to such a playful look. Weaving some more pink into this outfit (if Barbie taught us anything there’s no such thing as too much pink), I opted for a Rabanne bag. With its intricate disk design, it added some texture to my look while tying into the pink hue of my headwear. Spring racing is definitely licence to have a little fun with your outfit, and this look at Everest certainly set the right tone for the coming weeks!

Credits: Dress, Rebecca Vallance; Headpiece, Somewhere Here; Clutch, Rabanne

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I Wore: Stepping Out

10th October, 2023

I saw this Gucci shirt with the interlocking horsebit print and immediately this look came to mind. The blouse has a bit of a 60s vibe to it, so I decided to pair it with an A-line skirt to keep the look in line with the decade. I liked the contrasting pussy bow detail, but instead of tying it into a bow I decided to just leave it to sit more like a necktie. It was a simple styling switch but I felt it kept this look from becoming too saccharine.

When it comes to accessories, Gucci always brings its A-game. I wanted to add a belt as I felt the skirt needed an additional finishing touch so I went for a webbed style in the iconic green and red colour scheme. It lifted the outfit and added some extra contrast against the blue wash of the skirt. A pair of sky high platform loafers with the wooden heel was a little more 70s than 60s but they were a bold shoe that worked against the ultra feminine vibe of the rest of my outfit. To finish things off, I added a mini bag with instantly recognisable bamboo handle that has become synonymous with the brand. This look was a fun take on 60s dressing but with a modern spin.

Credits: Shirt, skirt, shoes, belt, bag, Gucci

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I wore this week

5th October, 2023

Rounding up my looks again, and the trend towards incorporating tailored pieces in a more casual way in my outfit rotation continues. It’s such a wearable way to dress – it’s easy to mix and match everything while still maintaining a polished feel. I’ve gravitated towards a few dressier pieces such as a relaxed blazer and wide leg pants and worked them back with basics such as tees and sneakers to hit that sweet spot between looking put together but also comfortable, while still maintaining a fashion-y edge. Here’s what I wore this week.

PSA: Buy yourself a pair of wide leg black pants. I’ve been wearing these Anna Quan trousers to death. I’m loving the current trend towards wearing tailored pieces in a more casual way – it feels polished and effortless but oh-so comfy. I paired this top with a shoulder pad tee and my shearling Camilla and Marc slides to for a relaxed look with edge.

Credits: Top, Zara; Pants, Anna Quan; Slides, Camilla and Marc; Sunglasses, Vehla

I wore this as I had a day of just running around doing errands and wanted to be comfortable so it was all about this lightweight Venroy knit and a pair of dark denim jeans. I love a knit with a zipper – it has a preppy feel to it but looks and feels relaxed. Paired with a simple pair of white sneakers and crossbody bag, this is may fave way to dress when I’ve got a full schedule of being out and about.

Credits: Jumper, Venroy; Jeans, Bayse by Elliot Garnaut; Sneakers, Burberry; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Vehla

I was off to a meeting so I decided to dress this look up with a relaxed blazer by Camilla and Marc. I’m loving white jeans at the moment and this wide leg pair by Viktoria and Woods are so versatile – they virtually go with everything. I pulled out a cami (also by Viktoria and Woods) to dress it up a bit while a pair of white sneakers added an unexpected touch.

Credits: Blazer, Camilla and Marc; Top and jeans, Viktoria and Woods; Sneakers, D.O.F; Bag, Chanel

This suit by Manning Cartell is a real winner. I love how the blazer and pants can easily be worn as separates – versatility for the win! I went with this corset style top to give it a bit of a fashion forward feel, but I could easily work this outfit back with a tee to give it a more relaxed vibe. While it works well in a more dressed up way, the top also plays nicely with jeans.

Credits: Top and pants, Manning Cartell

 

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What I Wore: Suit Up

26th September, 2023

For polished workwear, it’s pretty hard to go past a suit. The beauty in suiting being so on trend at the moment (although arguably it never goes out of fashion) is that there are so many iterations of it. From sleek, sharp traditional suits, to more relaxed silhouettes, there’s a suit style out there that will work for any occasion. This set from Witchery is the perfect option for the office. The jacket and skirt combination is a classic look, while the check adds a fun element that lifts this skirt suit into more fashion-y territory as opposed to being strict corporate wear. I do also love the fact that as both are patterned separates they’re both easy to transition into other outfits, the jacket adding a statement element to a dress or pants ensemble, while the skirt looks great worn with a simple tee and sneakers for a more elevated take on casual wear. Meanwhile the ribbed tee adds a texture element to this outfit.

Accessorising pieces with a bold print or pattern can be tricky, but I find if you stick to more pared back styles, and simple block hues you can’t go wrong. I went with black as it’s a traditional hue when it comes to workwear staples. The slouchy shoulder bag makes for a great counterpoint for the more dressy feel of the suit. Meanwhile a pair of chunky loafers is an unexpected shoe pairing for this suit style, which I like as it adds an element of interest.

Credits: Jacket, skirt, top, bag and shoes, Witchery

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

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What I wore this week

21st September, 2023

I’ve posted a few of these looks on my Instagram, but I’m playing catch up with sharing the outfit details for the blog so I thought I’d do a round up of some of the dressier outfits I’ve been wearing of late. What I am really enjoying about dressing up for events lately is that there are so many options. I’ve gone down the path of wearing suiting a fair bit because I love that it always looks so sharp and polished. Plus it’s a little more of an unexpected option when you’re required to look more elevated. That said, I still love a good frock! I had the opportunity to wear a gorgeous, vibrant gown for a shoot recently and there really is something lovely about being able to wear a gorgeous dress. So, heres what I wore this week.

They’re usually my go-to when I’m after something ultra feminine, but this suit by Zimmermann is so good. I love the subtle pinstripe and the cream has such a fresh feel to it. The matching bustier also takes this suit in a different direction, giving it a slightly sexier vibe. Worn back with black pumps, this outfit cements my love of suiting even more.

Credits: Jacket, bustier, pants and belt, Zimmermann; Heels, Aquazzura

This sleeveless suit has such a cool feel to it, and taps into the vest trend too. The double breasted silhouette but sans sleeves is an unexpected touch and gives this entire outfit a modern feel. Also the crisp white colour makes it perfect for spring and summer, and both pieces can be worn separately and fashioned into other looks which I love. I added a crossbody bag in brown, complemented by heels and sunnies in a similar colour palette to add a touch of colour but still maintain cohesion for the whole look.

Credits: Vest and pants, Oroton; Heels, Scanlan Theodore; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Vehla

As you can see I can’t resist a great suit, and Aussie designers are really excelling in this department. This suit is by Manning Cartell and has a lightness to it that makes it the perfect option for transeasonal weather. I added some metallic pumps for some edge.

Credits: Jacket, top and pants, Manning Cartell; Heels, Jimmy Choo; Bag, Chanel

It’s spring racing time and as part of a shoot I did for the Australian Turf Club, I had the opportunity to frock up in this stunning fuchsia gown by Velani. The oversized flower motif is channelling Carrie Bradshaw’s striped Sonia Rykiel top in Paris and adds such a fun, playful feel to the dress. The thigh high split adds a dramatic touch, and the vibrant hue is so great for spring. I actually had to ride the horse as part of the shoot, so I’d count this as one of my most glam horseriding outfits to date!

Credits: Dress, Velani; Heels, Bottega Veneta

 

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What I Wore: After Dark

14th September, 2023

Little black dresses are an essential to most wardrobes. It’s definitely an integral part of mine. I find a great LBD is a lifesaver during those times where you’re a little unsure about what to wear but you just need a failsafe option that will deliver. This mini dress by Bayse is all kinds of perfect for that reason — it’s an ultra sleek design with clean lines making it a bit of a style chameleon. You can dress it up or down, but I’ve always found a long sleeved black dress to be a shortcut to looking chic. The mini hemline however gives it a bit of sexiness, making it perfect as an after dark look. I’ll definitely be bookmarking this for party season, and it’s an easy go-to for event wear. I like the fact I can add a different shoe or pop on some extra accessories and I can change up its look and feel.

Speaking of accessories, I went for simple as I liked the minimalist vibe of the dress. I added a pair of Bottega Veneta heels to elongate my frame (a mini plus heels = looonger looking legs) and level up the dress for an event. A diminutive structured bag by Gucci complete with the iconic bamboo handle helped to add a bit of a statement piece to this look, and give it a little extra personality. I topped it off classic black frames to make this outfit day ready, but it’s certainly ready to head into a night time event without missing a beat.

Credits: Dress, Bayse; Heels, Bottega Veneta; Bag, Gucci; Sunglasses, Vehla

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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What I Wore: Lace Love

5th September, 2023

I’m incredibly lucky to be gifted some beautiful things in my job and this new gem from the Gucci Bamboo 1947 line is my latest obsession. As far as bags go this one is a definite keeper — it’s a great size for when I want to travel with just the essentials but level up my outfit, plus the structured style and the decorative bamboo handle make it a standout. Also in a patent black, it’s the kind of thing that can add a fun touch to any outfit, dressy or casual.

In this instance I decided to go Gucci all the way with this dress from their current new season line. The lace finish gives a great textural finish while the classic Gucci two tone featured on the collar add a sporty touch. It’s a nice balance between the two and helps this maxi dress with all its intricacies from becoming a little too fussy — the collar gives it a more relaxed feel making it perfect for dressing up and down. A pair of black, strappy peep toe heels were the ideal finishing touch, complementing the bag and tying the whole look together.

Credits: Dress, shoes, bag, Gucci

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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All my looks from Hamilton Island Race Week 2023

1st September, 2023

Hamilton Island Race Week is always one of my favourite events during the year. It’s such a great few days, and I’m also so excited to be able to stay in the gorgeous Qualia during the week. There’s a few events on the schedule during the time I’m there so it’s always the perfect opportunity to embrace some great event looks and also some casual beachy looks too. I like to throw my support behind a few of my favourite Australian designers whenever I attend as I firmly believe we do resortwear Down Under like nowhere else in the world. Here’s what I wore during my time on the island— it’s essentially a sneak peek at what I’ll be living in this summer!

I love Anna Quan’s designs so much. Everything always feels super polished and it’s one of the brands I find my personal style aligns with really well. This skirt is so adorable with the button detail and the twisted top adds a fashion forward touch. I wore this on a boat trip so opted for comfy Dior slides, and the cutest mini Gucci bag. Vehla sunglasses were the final finishing touch.

Credits: Top and skirt, Anna Quan; Bag, Gucci; Slides, Christian Dior; Sunglasses, Vehla

This ribbed knit top and skirt, also by Anna Quan travels beautifully because they’re able to be mixed and matched well, but also don’t crush so I could just pull it out of my suitcase and it was ready to go. They’re both great pieces to wear as a set but also as separates and can be dressed up or down. That verstality is so important whenever I’m travelling as I hate to overpack!

Credits: Top and skirt, Anna Quan; Sunglasses, Vehla, Necklace, Aje

I went for a more relaxed look on this day, and also one of my fave outfit combinations of jeans and a white top. The Anna Quan top is casual enough to pair with jeans but also looks more elevated than a t-shirt so it helped to give this particular look some polish. A pair of indigo jeans is also a much dressier way to wear denim, so I felt this look could work for a few different occasions.

Credits: Top, Anna Quan; Jeans, Bayse by Elliot Garnaut; Chain necklace, Aje; Sunglasses, Vehla

I wore this look to a Paspaley event so a mini dress that featured beading and some pearl detail seemed just the right fit. The dress has such intricate detailing that I wanted to keep my jewellery to a minimum. I did however opt for a pair of embellished Jimmy Choo heels because a statement dress deserves a pair of statement heels to match!

Credits: Dress, Clio Peppait (via Net-a-Porter); Heels, Jimmy Choo, Sunglasses, Vehla

I love travelling with swimsuits that can double as a top because once again, I hate to overpack. Love the print on this Jets swimsuit and the colour really worked well against the Anna Quan wrap skirt. I finished this look with some gold jewellery and gold rimmed sunglasses to give it a touch of glam.

Credits: Swimsuit, Jets; Skirt, Anna Quan; Sunglasses, Vehla, Chain necklace, Aje

Never underestimate the need for a great cover up on a beach trip. This Sir dress with its mesh detailing worked great over a high waisted bikini. I paired it with a Loewe basket bag to carry all my poolside essentials, and glammed it up with some gold jewellery and a pair of Luv Lou sunglasses.

Credits: Dress, Sir; Bikini top and bottom, Bondi Born; Bag, Loewe; Slides, Camilla and Marc; Sunlgasses, Luv Lou, Chain necklace, Aje

Sir once again serving up great resort attire. This chocolate brown linen dress with off the shoulder detail was channelling just the right island vibes. I was going out so I went with a pair of metallic Fendi heels to dress it up a bit more, topped it with some gold jewellery and a classic pair of sunglasses.

Credits: Dress, Sir; Heels, Fendi; Sunglasses, Vehla; Chain necklace, Aje

This Zimmermann dress is so floaty and ethereal and I enjoyed wearing it so much. It’s also extremely comfortably which is always a bonus. I went with a pair of Jimmy Choo platforms to give myself some extra height and a gorgeous Heidi Klein clutch which worked well against the yellow-ish tones of the dress. An evening event calls for some great jewellery so this Bulgari necklace definitely needed to come out to play.

Credits: Dress, Zimmermann; Heels, Jimmy Choo; Bag, Heidi Klein; Necklace, Bulgari

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What I wore: Urban Jungle

30th August, 2023

If I had to pick a weekly “uniform” that works time after time it has to be jeans and a white shirt. I wear this combination so regularly as it’s easy, looks effortless and is usually something I already have on hand at all times. I’m always happy to welcome any iteration of denim and a white shirt combination into my wardrobe so I was thrilled to receive this tank and jeans from my friend, stylist Elliot Garnaut’s recent collaboration with the brand Bayse. The jeans are a great straight leg style, that’s just a touch baggy which gives it a bid of edge. Also, I love the fact it’s a dark indigo wash — most of my jeans are usually a lighter blue/white/black so this is a great new addition to fill that gap. A tank is something I always like to have in my closet as it’s great to wear on its own or layer with other pieces.

I dressed up this outfit with a pair of Bottega Veneta heels which just goes to show that you can do a tank and denim and still look put together. I opted for my beige Fendi Peekaboo bag to add a touch of polish. It’s a great shape as it’s structured enough to look dressy but the leather is relaxed and soft enough so it doesn’t feel too done. A smattering of gold accessories and a pair of sunnies and this uniform was good to go.

Credits: Tank and jeans, Bayse by Elliot Garnaut; Heels, Bottega Veneta; Bag, Fendi

Photography: Ashleigh Larden

 

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