Khaki: Rose, Brun & Vert

They're like mud. And yet, I want one! I have one question for you Chanel, how the hell do you make mud-coloured nail polish look so damn appealing? If anyone is up for sparing me about $40, I'll take the Khaki Rose thank you.

Lover

Lover's S/S Collection, "Untitled". Burnt Orange, Beiges & Creams dominate the gorgeous line of garments. I am so incredibly pleased with this collection, there isn't one thing that I wouldn't love to adorn myself with.

Alexa

Alexa Chung for L'Officiel August 2010. (Source: Studded Hearts). She is so stunning and yet somehow she still makes the clothing stand out above all else.

Dust Part II

Dust :: Part II featuring Bambi Northwood-Blyth for Mania Mania. Have you picked up on my slight obsession with her yet?

Surface to Air

If you're able to afford these babies, they're available here. For me though, I'll just sit here salivating over how perfect they are.

No Magazine

Bambi for No Magazine.

Styling - Zara Mirkin, Photographer - Mark Hunter.

Excessive

I'm sure at least some of you have had that feeling of wanting to purchase something purely on the basis of it being excessive/almost too quirky? If not, maybe it's just me? My irrational urge to purchase extravagant items came across the most ridiculous (note: ridiculous in a good way) dress that I would never even wear and probably wouldn't be able to afford anyway. In saying that, I still drool over it and wish I had it in my hot little hands. Exhibit A:

It is the Aqua Teequin Mesh & Sequin T-Shirt Dress that you can purchase here from Asos.com. Enough of the crazy ideas of purchasing large squares of sequins to drape over your body and onto my slightly more rational side. I found a dress that I saw a while ago on Pixie Market (where it had sold out) for a more affordable price, but in a different colour. They had been selling the style in a lovely cream colour but I found it after it was all too late. In saying that, the navy colour they have on offer is still quite appealing and I'm finding it increasingly difficult to move my mouse off the "add to cart" button. I'll let you view the dress in all of it's glory, the cream (but sold out) version first.

The more I consider this dress, the more I actually realise that maybe the navy would have been a better purchase anyway. For example, it's much more practical due to the fact that it's darker and also it would add some colour to my wardrobe. If you can't tell, this is me trying to reason with myself, yet again, and talking my way into purchasing something I probably don't need but desperately want.

Ok, I should definitely stop now before I end up purchasing an entire wardrobe's worth of clothing. Oh and by the way, Spring has arrived in Sydney. Not just fashion wise, but also weather wise. The weather we're getting is so delightful and warm. It's that perfect combination of sunshine light wind with just a pinch of humidity (not too much or I'd end up with an afro). Ok, I'll stop typing now. I promise.

Spitfire

My Spitfire sunglasses with removable shades arrived! I have never been more content with an online purchase, these glasses are quite unique. A lot of people have seen these glasses and become slightly confused as to how they work and I love watching their faces as they recognise the fact that they're removable.

I don't even care that it's not even Summer yet in our hemisphere, I've been wearing these almost every day. I even wear these babies on the train, especially during my early mornings because I like to think that people can't tell I'm actually sleeping. The fact that I'm probably talking during my sleep probably gives me away though..

Lacking In Updates..

I apologise for my complete and utter laziness, I know I haven't posted anything in a while. To keep you guys informed, I'm currently studying Uni full time (as you may know) and now on top of that I now have a job working a minimum of 20 hours a week. This has proved to be slightly difficult, but in the end rewarding as I can actually afford a few little luxuries. Just recently, I purchased another item from Staple, a black draped skirt, which manages to work with almost everything. It sits beautifully on the waist and when things are tucked in underneath, it creates a more formal look. When I'm feeling more casual (which is almost every day), I simply just throw on a shirt and leave it hanging out for a slouchy yet feminine approach. As well as that, I also purchased a simple singlet from Agent 99 at General Pants Co, in the same style as the one pictured below however mine is a rust colour. It was also a mere $20 because they're currently 2 for $40, and I was fortunate enough to be with a friend who decided she'd like one too.

As well as my super comfortable singlet (I swear I feel like I'm wearing pyjamas, it's that good), I recently bought a Contrast Trim Button-Down shirt from Urban Outfitters in an Oxford Blue colour. I unfortunately have no pictures of the shirt because it has sold out, but when it does arrive I'll be sure to take pictures of it for you guys. I won't ruin the surprise of the shirt, but I will quickly say that there is an element that if it wasn't there, I probably wouldn't have purchased the shirt.

After all that, I will leave you lovlies with some of the new stuff in at Pixie Market. I'm particularly loving the soft, muted tones.

For nights though, I'm feeling quite excited for the sheer (especially in this skirt), as well as the bold, red wine colours.

Also, really quick side note: I'm looking for a luxurious lipstick in a deep red wine colour so if anyone has any suggestions, please let me know. Sorry for this ridiculously long and possibly pointless post.

Bring On Summer

I am so ready for summer that it's not even funny. There'a a burning desire in me to bring back on the heat. A HOT, PASSIONATE DESIRE. Ok, enough of my crazed thoughts and onto the looks that I'm very keen on. Firstly, khaki. Need I really say much more? Yesterday I even treated myself to a new khaki coloured shirt featuring a little bit of black (I feel kind of naked without black) by the brand Staple. I would post a picture, but sadly their website doesn't include the shirt yet. Another key word, blush. There was the most beautiful shirt (again, by the brand Staple) that I so very nearly purchased yesterday, in a stunning, faded pink colour. Sadly, the fact that I get paid fortnightly meant that I'll just have to wait a little bit longer.
The jeans that I'm longing for at the moment, are by St&rd Jean Co. They're a relaxed, slouchy, boyfriend fit that I'm looking forward to trying on.

I'm hoping that this picture of the jeans says more than I could every say about them. Another item that I know I will be finding in my hot little hands, is the nail colour 'Vendetta' by Chanel. It does scream "WINTER!" just a little bit to me, so of course I have to be careful what I team it with.

I've been looking for a pair of shorts that won't make me look like I'm wearing the shortest shorts that are known to man, for a very very long time. So far, I haven't succeeded due to the fact that my legs are slightly longer than the average human. I'm hoping that I'll be able to eat my own words when I check out these gorgeous shorts by Witchery, in person. The high waist and pleating make me a drool a little bit, and the light, muted tone mean I could wear them with almost anything.

 

The only downside to these shorts (that I know of so far), is that they're made from 100% linen, which means that I'll have to seriously step up my ironing skills.
That's something I have a whole month to work on, seeming as Spring doesn't start for at least another 26 days. Not that I'm counting or anything...