if it were colder...

Living in Australia can be an awesome thing most of the time - the beaches, the culture, the shopping, it being a pretty cool place to call home. However, the weather can be a total gamble, especially around this time of year. One minute it's pouring with rain for days, the next it's boiling hot, with 100% humidity, and you can barely dry your hair without being covered in sweat, and don't even try wrestling with make up. Just don't.

I am definitely someone who has a more winter inclined wardrobe - jeans, boots, coats, comfy hoodies - perfectly fine for temperatures in the lower range. I've been looking at a lot of overseas inspiration and what people in places like New York are wearing on the streets, and the grungy/lumberjack look is in the mix. I love the rise of simple tees and a flannel shirt, with your favourite black jeans and boots, and chucking on a beanie for good measure.

Unfortunately that kind of sweater weather is not a regular occurrence where I live in Sydney, so I can only hope and plan for the slim chance that one day I will wake up, and walk outside in cosy clothes.

showpo bad hair day beanie

celine paris unisex t shirt

lee cooper flannel shirt

lee cooper dark blue skinny jeans

rubi shoes tia lace up boot

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sneak peek of 2015's first haul

Going to my Mecca, Mecca Maxima!

Getting comfy kicks from Rubi shoes.

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rifle paper co & rubi

After having a wander around the city after a super busy morning, I got to pick up some really comfy slides from Rubi shoes, and a cute two piece necklace set from Lovisa (I literally cannot help myself around Lovisa... ever.) 

A favourite past time of mine is to meander through Dymocks on George Street and look at books, and really beautiful stationery and cards. And to my complete surprise and utter delight, there was a small display of Rifle Paper Co. notebooks and card sets that I had fallen in love with online, and was so amazed to find it in Sydney! If you guys know me at all, you know how much I love stationery - if I was asked to describe myself using a single image, this photo would it be, 100%.

Rifle Paper Co is an amazing bespoke stationery company based and made in the US, and is found online here. I'm hoping to take this special notebook away with myself and Mark when we go away on our holiday in December, which is something since I did my holiday scrapbook, I've been wanting to continue to do.

Happy weekend! x

end of season haul

Lee Cooper jeans by Big W, Snakeskin Slip Ons by Rubi, Signature L-Zip Wristlet by Coach, and Selma Tote by Michael Kors

To wrap up the passing month, here are some pieces I got in August. The Lee Cooper jeans fit me so well, and I love pairing them with a denim button down shirt and the Snakeskin (fake of course) Slip On's. I recently took the plunge and invested in some high end leather pieces, from Coach and Michael Kors. I've had my eye on a Michael Kors for a long time and came across this lovely dark grey colour, which is an easy colour to match and integrate into my wardrobe. I've had so many compliments on it, it's going to be my favourite for a long time.

I popped into Coach last weekend and saw the Signature Wristlet wallet in a similar colour to my bag and thought it was about time to upgrade from my current purse. The little wrist strap is so handy, and the wallet fits all the necessities.

haul x

After a long week, I decided to let off some steam and went a little nuts- this is a snapshot of the purchases from the most recent shopping trip. Can't wait to rock these pieces.

Spotted Collared Shirt by Gordon Smith, Barberry Skirt from Target, Brazil Sandals from Rubi, & Ankle Boots by Guess.

Style Session | "Neutral" AW 2014

Marc Jacobs Henry Skeleton 40MM, MICHAEL Michael Kors Large Selma Top-Zip Satchel, Sussan Neutral Stripe Scarf, Pandora Silver Ring with 14 Carat Gold and 0.01 CT Diamond, & Rubi Channa Cut Out Boot.

Happy Autumn everyone! I'm so ready for a change in weather, bring me the rain, the cold and the warm clothes to keep me all rugged up.

I wish I could experience the colder winters in the Northern Hemisphere, and to see falling or fallen snow would be magical. I love a change in seasons, and I cannot wait to restock my wardrobe with these beautiful neutrals and textures. 

Outfit of the day & surprise from work!

Today's schedule consisted of travelling two and a half hours to hand in one assignment & then travel all the way back, matched with a cold it was looking pretty bleak. However it was made infinitely better by a phone call from my boss who told me how happy she was because of how I closed the store & left it 'sparkling clean' & because of this I was given a gift voucher as a reward! I got two necklaces and a bracelet which I wore today with my outfit, shown below.

Accessories

Jewellery: Pandora rings, Lovisa bracelet and Lovisa necklaces

Shoes: Rubi 

Bag: Ally tote from Colette

Cardigan: Reiss Fashion Emporium

& this is a snippet of the notice I got from my manager and regional manager at work! (◠‿◠✿)

Stay tuned!