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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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What I wore this week

8th December, 2022

The countdown to Christmas is on, which means room for plenty of different looks with various occasions and events on the horizon. Also, I am loving that party season is well and truly in full swing. Plenty of excuses to get dolled up and embrace a festive look or two. With so much going on, I tend to favour pieces that I know will work so it takes away the guesswork with planning a look. That means tried and tested staples like blazers and blouses and suiting that I know are failsafe options. Here’s what I wore this week.

I always stock up on a few pieces from Camilla and Marc during the year and wear them to death. This belted blazer has been a fun little addition to my wardrobe as it helps to elevate simple pieces like black pants. Also, if you don’t own a pair of wide leg black pants rectify that immediately! I’ve been living in these pants ever since I got them and have been able to dress them up or down. I went with dressier accessories in this instance, but I have worn this look with sneakers also and it’s worked well too.

Credits: Blazer and pants, Camilla and Marc; Bag (similar here), Chanel; Heels, Aquazzura

Huge fan of Ralph Lauren, and I always get behind the Pink Pony campaign every year. This is a great outfit to wear when I’m relaxing or just pottering around at home as it’s comfy, but if I need to duck out for a bit it still looks put together.

Credits: Hoodie, Polo Ralph Lauren; Jeans (similar here), Slvrlake

Posting a throwback to this outfit I wore to do an interview with Stephanie Waller. I’m really into layering the same hues as I find it helps tie a look together but feels very on trend. Also I didn’t want this ensemble to look too dressy, plus I wanted to stay comfortable so I opted for white sneakers to help ground the polished nature of both pieces.

Credits: Top and pants, White Story; Sneakers (similar here), Burberry

Can’t go past a great suit, am I right? This isn’t technically a suit, but I paired a white Henne blazer with a pair of white Viktoria and Woods pants and it achieved the same effect. I’ve shared before how versatile and also how big a trend tank tops are as they’re such a great layering piece. I popped this on under a suit in this instance but have also worn it on its own with other pieces.

Credits: Jacket, Henne; Tank, Camilla and Marc; Pants, Viktoria and Woods; Bag, Gucci

 

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What I wore this week

20th October, 2022

This week, I’ve been flying the flag for a range of Aussie brands. There’s something about how we do fashion in this country that always brings about fresh designs and an aesthetic that speaks to how many of us like to dress — easy and effortless. I’ve also been able to do a few looks that have run the spectrum from preppy and chic to evening ready which I always really like as I’m able to play dress up in so many different ways. Here’s what I wore this week.

You often see houndstooth in monochrome so I loved that this dress by Aussie brand Leo Lin went in the opposite direction. The vibrant green really gives this preppy style a little extra personality. Whenever I embrace patterns I tend to keep everything pared back so a pair of black and white Dior slingbacks and simple headband seemed the right finishing touches.

Credits: Dress, Leo Lin; Flats, Dior; Headband, Ford Millinery

I’ve always been a fan of beige/camel tones and find it works really well when layered together. It was a cool day in Sydney so these trousers layered with a sweater and coat was the perfect look for the day ahead. There’s also something quite pulled together about layering different hues and is one of my fave ways to elevate existing pieces in my wardrobe.

Credits: Coat (similar here), Karen Millen; Pants, Manning Cartell; Sweater, Venroy; Bag (similar here), Dior; Heels, Aquazzura

Ready for a night out in this elegant long sleeve Gul. Hurgel dress. I love playing with different textures and find you can’t go wrong with black velvet — it’s always a great go-to for evening wear. To complement the diamante accents on the dress I went for a silver slouchy Jimmy Choo evening bag, and a pair of simple strappy slides by Giuseppe Zanotti.

Credits: Dress, Gul Hurgel; Heels (similar here), Giuseppe Zanotti; Bag (similar here), Jimmy Choo

Who else loves shirt dresses? I can’t resist them as they’re such an easy and effortless way to pull together a look. This piece is by Aussie brand, Onte and the understated silhouette, punctuated by gold buttons really ticks all the boxes. It’s an easy piece to throw on for a casual day or if I’ve got meetings or I’m doing the school run, plus it’s comfy too. Also a big fan of the neutral colour — you can’t ever go wrong with a hue that can be worn in myriad ways.

Credits: Dress, Onte

 

 

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What I wore this week

18th August, 2022

Sunny days in Sydney this week so I was able to pull out a few pieces that are a little more suitable to warm weather. I’ve had a mixed week of meetings/events and working from home so I was able to embrace a variety of different looks from jeans and a shirt to a polished matching set. It’s always nice to be able to utilise the full spectrum of my wardrobe and makes it much more fun to put looks together for the days ahead. Here’s what I wore this week.

Sunshine yellow for a sunny few days. I’m really loving ribbed textures of late, along with casual knit pieces and Anna Quan does both really well. This top and skirt always put me in a good mood simply because of the vibrant colour. It’s also ultra comfy which is a plus. I went for mesh Bottega Veneta heels to keep the rest of my look from competing with the vibrancy of the set.

Credits: Skirt (similar here) and top, Anna Quan; Heels, Bottega Veneta

You can’t go wrong with an Aje dress. This white dress is so versatile and I can dress it up or down and it works equally as well. I wore this to an event so I decided to dress things up with my accessories. This pink metallic Bottega bag added a splash of colour, while the Mach and Mach pearl heels added the right amount of glam. Also, I think when you’re working with a dress that’s quite beautifully pared back, you have to take things up a notch with a statement shoe.

Credits: Dress, Aje; Bag, Bottega Veneta; Heels (similar here), Mach and Mach

This was a casual day at home working so I wanted to stay comfy, yet still ready to pop out to do school pick up and drop off and run some errands. I always tend to favour jeans whenever I’m off duty as it’s so easy, and a no-brainer to style. A simple white tank and a khaki button down added some casual polish, and my ever faithful Gucci slides helped finish off the entire look.

Credits: Shirt, Irving & Powell; Top, Viktoria and Woods; Jeans, Slvrlake; Slides, Gucci

Wearing a punchy pink helped to energise me for an event. I’ve always been a fan of a denim dress, but I think the colour gives it a nice point of difference. I’ve been really loving boots of late, and have managed to really put these neutral Seed boots to good use this winter. A simple look, yet impactful thanks to a little colour play.

Credits: Dress, Acler; Boots, Seed

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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 this week

14th April, 2022

School holidays mixed with work has resulted in a rather eclectic mix of outfits this week. Over the last few days, the sun has peeked through which means I embraced a few summery pieces before it truly is time to put them into winter hibernation. I think I’m still somewhat in denial that winter is just around the corner given summer this year felt like I blinked and missed it so I’m embracing as many fun dresses and warm weather silhouettes as I can. Having reviewed this week’s outfits I can also see that there are definitely a few that are standing out as firm faves because I do gravitate towards them whenever the opportunity presents itself (I’m looking at you Gul Hurgel dress and Viktoria and Woods pants). So, here’s what I wore this week…

Every time I look at this dress it brings a smile to my face. The oh-so sweet heart print and explosion of pink is all kinds of playful and I adore the off-the-shoulder neckline. I paired this with a simple wicker basket bag and minimalist heels for the most feminine of outfits, but without being too saccharine.

Credits: Dress, Gul Hurgel, Bag (similar here), Sparrow’s Weave; Heels, Scanlan Theodore

I don’t know about you but I am a fan of matching sets for exercise. I find whenever I have a cute outfit to work out in I all of a sudden find myself with an extra burst of energy to actually get out there and get moving. I like the earthy tone of this set by Year of Ours and am a fan of the ribbed texture. It makes it supremely comfy but adds a fashion twist.

Credits: Bralette (similar here) and leggings, Year of Ours

This dress by Camilla and Marc is a few seasons ago but I still turn to it as it remains one of my favourite dresses. The cold shoulder neckline gives it a little extra personality and it works great with an up ‘do. I think the colour is also really easy to wear to a variety of different occasions and settings so it ticks the versatility box. I added a nude heel and a laser cut bucket bag by Ralph Laurent to finish the ensemble.

Credits: Dress, Camilla and Marc; Bag, Ralph Lauren; Heels, Scanlan Theodore

I’ve worn this Viktoria and Woods top and pants separately and together and still love them both. These pants are a great style to wear casually and more dressed up and as it’s a crisp white, it always looks ultra put-together. The cornflower blue halter tap has been in constant rotation over the past few months, and I’ve found I’m able to wear it with both jeans and trousers equally as well. It also goes with shorts and a skirt making it the ultimate wardrobe slashie!

Credits: Top and pants, Viktoria and Woods; Heels, Tony Bianco

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What I wore this week

24th February, 2022

It’s always fun doing these posts as I get to reflect on the cute looks from the last few days and remember my faves. I went from a tried and tested workout look one minute to a high end designer look the next, and it’s always one of my favourite types of weeks—I love being able to revisit the full spectrum of my wardrobe. Here’s a peek at what I wore this week.

It’s always so exciting to be able to wear beautiful designer pieces and this is gorgeous mini dress by Louis Vuitton could be classified as a definite fashion thrill (and yes, I wore it last week but it was too cute not to highlight!) I love the modern take on the monogram and the beautiful high neck silhouette. This lemon yellow top handle bag added a zing of freshness to this look, and to cap it off, these tried and tested nude Tony Bianco heels which have quickly become a go-to event shoe.

Credits: Dress and bag, Louis Vuitton; Heels, Tony Bianco

Steele is one of my all time favourite Aussie labels for dresses, they always do such great silhouettes and vibrant hues and prints. This nautical themed dress has been a great go-to during summer and the stripes are such a fun print to wear during this time of year. I opted for these comfy Birkenstock heels to cap off the look.

Credits: Dress, Steele; Sandals, Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock

Crisp white and denim is always such a winning combination. I wear different iterations of this look throughout the year, and this time around it was all about this Camilla and Marc tank and trusty Slvrlake jeans. I went for all black accessories, from these Ducie sandals and Prada bucket bag to these frames by Bottega Veneta.

Credits: Tank, Camilla and Marc; Jeans, Slvrlake; Shoes, Ducie; Bag, Prada (similar here); Sunglasses, Bottega Veneta

Exercise gear has become its own bonafide section in my closet and this set by Year of Ours has been a worthy addition to my collection. I love the navy hue and the white tank over the top makes going from a workout to coffee a cinch. This over the shoulder bag and the Bottega sunglasses are the final pieces to make this ready for a day out.

Credits: Crop and leggings, Year of Ours; Tank, Camilla and Marc; Sneakers (similar here), Nike; Bag, Furla; Sunglasses, Bottega Veneta

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What I wore this week

10th February, 2022

It’s always fun reflecting on outfits past and I always either find a new combination to love or it sparks an idea on how to style it in a different way. This week it’s been another mixed week in terms of what I needed on the outfit front. I’ve gone from workout gear one minute to dressed up for a meeting the next. The constant is that a few old faves are still going strong (my Bottega Veneta heels for one thing) and pieces that have just entered the picture are slowly proving themselves to have the ability to revamp my existing wardrobe. Here’s what I wore this week.

Comfy playsuits for the win! This little number is a handy go-to on those days when I want something that is ultra comfortable yet still looks put together. The burgundy is a great hue for spring/summer and the shirt style top and cinched waist are really flattering. I paired it my fave Prada bucket bag for the ideal comfy casual ensemble.

Credits: Playsuit (similar option here), Venroy; Bag, Prada

I can’t resist a matching set when it comes to working out. There’s something quite motivating about wearing something cute when you’re training and this matching top and leggings is a new fave. The coco hue is also such an unexpected hue in exercise gear, and paired with black sneakers and a crossbody Furla bag, I was ready to go straight from my workout to coffee.

Credits: Bralette and leggings, Year of Ours; Sneakers, Nike; Bag, Furla

These tailored pants have been such a worthy new addition to my wardrobe. I’ve found them to be so versatile and I can easily dress them up or down. I’ve worn these pants twice this week and each time I’ve been able to change up the vibe with just a change in what I pair it with. On this day I went for something a bit more casual with a tie dye tank and thongs—ultra comfy with on trend elements.

Credits: Top, pants and belt, Viktoria and Woods; Bag, Prada; Thongs, Rozalia Russian x Billini

Here are the pants again! I was able to take them in a different direction by simply changing the kind of top I wore and popping on heels. I adore this top. The cornflower blue is such a pretty shade and the halter style and ribbed fabric is such a great combination. I wore it in a dressy way on this occasion but I could easily pair it with jeans or shorts and it could be more off duty appropriate. These mesh Bottega Veneta heels are such an interesting statement shoe and I always find they really elevate an outfit.

Credits: Top, pants and belt, Viktoria and Woods; Bag, Apede Mod; Heels, Bottega Veneta, Sunglasses, Vogue

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What I Wore This Week

16th December, 2021

I’m currently in school holiday mode with the girls so when it comes to my wardrobe, I’ve primarily been all about comfort when it comes to my outfits. That said I’ve also had a work thing or two that has required stepping it up a bit more. Luckily, I’ve had a few casual pieces on rotation that have made getting dressed all the more fun. Denim has obviously been a big staple, and as always, has proven to be the perfect foundation to build a look. This is especially the case now that I’m in busy mum mode juggling the kids plus the lead up to Christmas and some last minute things on the work front before the break. Here’s what I wore this week.

This corset top by Viktoria and Woods has become an unexpected wardrobe MVP. It goes with virtually anything and is super comfortable. It comes in black too and I’m seriously considering getting it too as I’ve been using the white so often. Jeans and a white top is one of my fave outfit combinations when I don’t want to fuss around too much with a look—it’s a classic for a reason! I decided to step this look up a notch with the addition of a vibrant Dior tote bag and my fave Chanel flats. Sometimes all it takes is the addition of a few key accessories to completely change the vibe of an outfit.

Credits: Top, Viktoria and Woods; Jeans, Slvrlake; Shoes, Chanel; Bag (similar here), Dior

Aussie brand Venroy does the most beautiful linen pieces and everything the sell is so soft and comfortable. I loved the cut and colour of this playsuit and have found it to be a fun wardrobe addition. I’ve been a huge fan of the Proenza Schouler collab with Birkenstock and immediately knew I needed these sandals. I like the fact they’re slightly dressier than a regular pair of Birkenstocks given they’re patent leather plus the ivory/off white shade of these shoes makes them really easy to pair with a number of different outfits. I can also walk miles in them as they’re so unbelievably comfortable. I have this Sparrows Weave basket bag from a few seasons back and I still find it to be such a great shape and style to pair with a summer look. Another collab I’m also loving is the one Bec & Bridge have done with the sunglasses brand, Pared. The shape of these sunnies is great, plus it comes in a range of different colours.

Credits: Playsuit (similar here), Venroy; Shoes, Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock; Sunglasses, Bec & Bridge x Pared; Bag (similar here), Sparrows Weave

White jeans are so fresh and look great in summer. It’s a good way to do jeans but in a more seasonal way. I’ve worn jeans by the brand Slvrlake before and really rate the cut and feel so these jeans were a no-brainer to snap up. I wanted to pair them with a coloured Good American top to liven up this look a little bit more, plus I like the contrast it provides. I added my trusty Birkenstocks for the perfect footwear option for a day of running around, but without compromising on style.

Credits: Top, Good American; Jeans, Slvrlake; Shoes, Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock

I’ve spoken in the past how I love co-ord sets as you can wear the pieces separately or together, and this top is one such example of that. It’s part of a set that I’ve worn on the blog before, and it works great on its own too. These are the Levi’s jeans I get DMs about constantly and they’re still going strong! If you’re looking for skinny jeans that kinda have the look of an on trend straight leg style I highly recommend these. A new addition to my summer wardrobe are these gold sandals and they’ve proven themselves to be super versatile. They can be worn with jeans, dresses, shorts and skirts so I can see myself getting a lot of wear out of them. To finish of this look, I wanted to add another pop of colour so my Dior tote made another appearance.

Credits: Top, Sea; Jeans, Levis; Shoes, Ancient Greek Sandals; Bag (similar here), Dior; Sunglasses, Le Specs

 

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What I wore this week

25th November, 2021

With pockets of sunshine between the rainy days this week, I was able to wear a few new pieces that are probably a bit more into summer territory, but also had to revert back to slightly more cool weather pieces. Such is life with transseasonal weather, am I right? That said, I was excited to be able to embrace some fresh looks, ranging from summer frocks to a two piece knit set I’m all about right now. Here’s what I wore this week.

I adore this new set by the label Significant Other. I love the oatmeal hue as it’s so easily worked back with multiple things and also the ribbed texture which gives it an element of interest. I like the tie feature on the top as it gives it a bit more of a statement feel and allows it to hold its own when worked back with other things such as jeans or tailored pants. I don’t think you can ever really go wrong with a set, because it’s such an easy shortcut to a stylish look.

Credits: Top and skirt, Significant Other; Earrings, Manning Cartell

You can’t go wrong with jeans and a white top, so I often embrace this look but just switch out the pieces. In this instance I wore a white sleeveless tee with padded shoulder detail by Good American and paired them with a pair of high waisted jeans. I wore this top when out and about running errands as it’s comfy yet polished.

Credits: Top, Good American; Jeans, Slvrlake; Necklace; Roxanne Assoulin

I love having a collection of dresses on hand as I can always rely on them on days when I need to get out the door fast. This sleeveless, military inspired dress by Acler is the perfect elevated casual look I love because it can work for myriad occasions. I can wear this dress to go shopping, to hang out with the girls, go out to lunch or head out to a meeting. All it requires is to change up the accessories which is always the sign of a great wardrobe piece.

Credits: Dress, Acler; Shoes, Ducie; Earrings, Manning Cartell

Bold brights are always my fave thing about summery pieces and this dress, by one of my go-to labels Steele is a new piece I have introduced into my weekly outfit rotation. It’s so comfy, and so fun with its floral print and vibrant pink hues. The gathered neckline and the puff sleeves also give it a feminine touch. I wore simple Chanel slingbacks on this day as I wanted to dress it up a bit, but it easily works with a great pair of sandals. I added a pair of peach Le Specs sunnies to finish off the look.

Credits: Dress, Steele; Bag, Strathberry; Shoes, Chanel; Sunglasses, Le Specs