Daydream Lily Blog

Gorman A/W 2012

2012-01-27T16:18:00.002+11:00

It's the time of year where all the new collections are coming out. One I always look forward to seeing is Melbourne label Gorman, I love their fun use of colour and print.

See more from the Gorman A/W 2012 collection on their website here.

Face Facts T'Shirt Design Competition

2012-01-27T09:29:00.002+11:00

Ulyana Sergeenko SS12 Backstage

2012-01-26T17:40:00.001+11:00

Love these backstage photos from the Spring-Summer 2012 Ulyana Sergeenko show.

(via kisses and cross stitches)

A Handsome Project

2012-01-26T11:02:00.002+11:00

Photographer: Claire Wallman
MUA: Julia Green
Hair: Peter Tadrosse
Stylist: Jessie Bush
Model: Erica Fletcher (Vivien’s)

One of the swimwear collections I was swooning over this summer was the amazing vintage collection by Australian designers We Are Handome. You probably are already familiar with their designs, if not do checkout their website asap!! I was checking out their blog and this collaboration between We Are Handsome and photographer Clare Wallman caught my eye.

Read an interview with photographer Clare Wallman and see more from the shoot here.

More A Handsome Project Collaborations. (They are seriously amazing, I could blog them all!)

PS. HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY!!! One of my favourite holidays of the year. Where I can have a bbq, a few drinks, listen to the Triple J countdown, maybe go for a float down the river...and just generally kickback and enjoy the sunshine.

Nancy Strughan Textiles

2012-01-25T10:33:00.001+11:00

Nancy Straughan is a printed textile designer specialising in fashion fabrics and homewares.

Inspired by Scandinavian and 1950s textiles she creates simple and refreshing contemporary products for you and your home. Made in England, and in keeping with her sustainable ethos, each print is carefully designed and printed using the finest and eco- friendly fabrics and papers.

See more on her website and etsy shop

LILYA ELEMENTAL AW12

2012-01-22T19:16:00.000+11:00

One of the really fun parts of having a boutique is the buying and getting to preview a designers new collection early. Soon as the Lilya lookbook came in Jen said to me "you will love this collection!" and sure enough she was right, the skirts, florals, textures and glowing light... love! So I was very excited to click over to fellow Queensland blog Oracle Fox and learn that Mandy was the stylist behind this lookbook. Ahh I should of known!

The Lilya Elemental collection is due in at Style Milk come mid Feb, but if time permits we should have it up a few weeks early for anyone wanting to put in pre-orders.

PS. Ally of Unknown Pleasures also teamed up with Lilya recently to shoot this collection for her blog...check it out here. I love that Lilya collaborates with local bloggers!!

Dragon are looking for a BFF (aka blogger)

2012-01-22T08:42:00.000+11:00

I have a few creative and blogging related competitions that are happening right now to share on the blog this week. I wanted to share with you all in case its something you might like to enter, and because the last competition I blogged about one of my lovely readers won, yay! I was like a proud mumma :) So first up...

Dragon sunglasses : The Roosevelt and the Experience

Dragon are on the search for an Australian blogger!! The winner will get flown to all their VIP events throughout the year and report back on them via their social media and blog. So the snow in winter, bells beach for summer, product launches and VIP parties.

Enter now on their Facebook page!

Silent Sundays

2012-01-20T09:39:00.006+11:00

Autumn lookbook for online boutique Silent Sundays.
Photography: Jamie Hopper

Models: Amanda and Kate Pulley.

Silent Sundays is based out of Atlanta and run by my fellow blogging friend Rhiannon of Liebemarlene Vintage. It's always a treat to click over and have a look at what Rhiannon has been up to, she has such gorgeous style and that style has translated into her boutique and the lookbooks she shoots for it!

PS. I'm off to Sydney then Melbourne tomorrow for two weeks, so excited to be spending time with my best friend in Sydney for her birthday! I've scheduled a few posts for while I'm away so the blog will still be going without me. In the meant time I'll be taking lots of photos to share with you all when I get back. x

Ali Mitton

2012-01-18T10:55:00.002+11:00

So in love with Queensland based photographer Ali Mitton's work, I could blog every single one of her photos!! Ali manages to make each photograph a work of art, whether taking personal pictures or doing fashion commissions. I was lucky enough to work with Ali on my second Element Eden collaboration. Hopefully I'll get to work with her again one day! (fingers crossed)

Matt Schwartz

2012-01-14T11:05:00.005+11:00

Matt Schwartz's Polaroids have mesmerised me ever since I blogged about his work almost two years ago. ( I really must make an archive of artists / photographers I've featured - add it to the growing to-do list!)

So I was very excited to get an email this morning telling me of his studio sale via MyHabit.com. The site will feature 18 of Matt's most popular images for 50%off from Monday 16th at 9am PT/12 pm ET. I hope some of the above are included!

You can see more of his work on shehitpausestudios.com and he has just added a new feature where you can make your own collage of his favourite works to order as a print.

Happy Weekend!

Christmas Holidays

2012-01-11T22:02:00.000+11:00

camera: Lomography LC-A+, film: Kodak Portra 400

Alpine Mountains, Victoria. (wearing Secret Squirrel citrus skirt)

// Opshopping and cafes in Bright with my Mum // I Trip I Skip & markets in Canberra with my brother

♥

Some more photos from the holidays on my brothers blog

Happy Weekend

2012-01-07T09:06:00.001+11:00

Photography sea-salt by Katie Eleanor

GIVEAWAY :: Molten Store Goodies {{CLOSED}}

2012-01-05T10:51:00.006+11:00

The first giveaway for the year is from my favourite online jewellery and accessories store Molten Store. Started by fellow Queenslander Jessy, Molten is still in its first year but already making its mark! Stocking a well-edited selection of statement jewellery, leather goods and fragrances as well having just released its very own range, Molten Relic.

What you win

1// O-Check Classic Diary in Orange
2// Low Luv by Erin Wasson Arrowhead Studs (Gold)
3// Molten Store large callico jewellery bag - perfect for carrying your favourite bits and pieces with you.

To be in the running - this competition is being run a little differently....

1// Like Molten Store on Facebook
2// Leave a comment on this post
3// Leave a comment on Molten Store's wall so they know I sent you.

A winner will be drawn on Sunday night 9pm AEST.

UPDATE: Congratulations to Yoshi Xylophone you are the winner of the giveaway. Thank you to everyone who entered x

Sounds of the Woods by Nadinoo & WishWishWish

2012-01-04T09:27:00.003+11:00

Director & Producer WishWishWish

Cinematographer & Colourist Miguel Santana

Designer & Stylist Nadia Izruna

Model Rosalind Jana

Hair & Makeup Emily Dodge

Song by Emiliana Torrini

I love a good collaboration, especially one involving one of my favourite designers Nadia of Nadinoo and a blog I've been a long time reader of, WishWishWish. Nadia and Carrie worked on this short film featuring the latest Nadinoo A/W 12 collection and depicting the three Nadinoo girls - Pixie, Lula and Fleur.

Check out some behind the scenes pictures on Nadinoo blog here.

PONY ANARCHY MAGAZINE

2012-01-03T08:38:00.001+11:00

Pony Anarchy is an online magazine about creative folk, for creative folk.

PONY ANARCHY Magazine is only in its second issue and its already love for me! Started by Melbourne Art & Design student Kristie Webster. After several years of blogging Kristie decided to switch things up by transforming her little blog into an online magazine.

You can read the latest issue online here.

Happy New Year!!

2012-01-01T09:31:00.015+11:00

Happy New Year lovelies! I haven't had a chance to blog much of late. My days have been spent in the country taking a break with family.....eating pancakes for breakfast, lazing around all day reading, going for walks, gardening, watching DVDs, going for drives exploring.

How have your holidays been? Did you make any New Year resolutions?

I didn't make any resolutions but after reading Rachel's post 2011 The Magical Moments of the year that was. I have made these some of the rules I will live by for 2012!

....."8 // All you need to do to live your passion is discover what lights you up – the work you’d be willing to do even if you weren’t getting paid – and take steps towards that dream every day until it’s yours.

11 // Everything is better when you eat well, exercise and switch off when you need to. Honour your body – first and foremost.

12 // Life isn’t a dress rehearsal. This is it. Right here, right now. Go out there and SHINE."...

Read more on In Spaces Between here.

End of Year Sale at Style Milk -- Up to 50% off

2011-12-30T10:23:00.005+11:00

I just though I'd just pop in to let you know about the big end of year sale in the shop!

Discounts and specials...

50% off Arabella Ramsay Sale
30% off Bec & Bridge Sale
Plus 30-40% off Nadinoo, May the Label, Lilya, Finders Keepers the Label.
And Up to 40% off selected Kidswear.

Happy Sales time lovelies!

I'll be back tomorrow with a final end of year post. Hope you're all having a nice break and holiday.

and breathe

2011-12-24T11:09:00.003+11:00

1.ana cabaleiro, 2.alannah grace

I feel like the last few weeks I've been holding my breath waiting for holidays to start. Now that they are finally here I don't know what what to do first. I have six weeks off, the longest time I've had off since my uni days. I'm excited to have no real plans other then heading back to Victoria to spend time with my family and friends and around familiar countryside. As well as stay with my sister (Bec Winnel) who just made the big move from full time work to a full time artist... so proud of her! A dream since she was little.

I'll be back before the year is out to do one of my round up posts.

Merry Christmas my bloggy friends!

ELECTRIC LADYLAND- Planet Blue Lookbook

2011-12-23T07:34:00.005+11:00

Gorgeous summery lookbook from Planet Blue. I've been loving all the brights and neons around this summer, especially for nail polishes and accessories... and how amazing is that heart shaped pool?! Makes me excited for holidays starting tomorrow!

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Photography: Zoey Grossman

Styling: Ashley Glorioso

Shop Lookbook Here: http://shopplanetblue.com/lookbooks/electric-ladyland

Daydream Lily Christmas Giveaway {{CLOSED}}

2011-12-21T20:22:00.008+11:00

My final giveaway for the year and this one is camera themed! Element Eden and PhotoMoti has contributed some goodies that one luck reader can win.

What you will win

// A Daydream Lily x Element Holga and the Element snap shot camera bag from this post.

// PhotoMoti's best selling Bohek Masters kit, perfect for photographing all the pretty lights this time of year.

// PhotoMoti's newest addition to their online shop, camera cookie cutters! These will be available in PhotoMoti in the New Year. I have a set of these myself but haven't yet gotten around to baking. Hopefully I will use them soon and have some photos to share with you all.

To be in the running

Leave a comment on this post before Thursday 6pm AEST. Open to all readers, international included. A winner will be drawn using random.org

Thank you so much for all your lovely comments!! the winner is comment 35 elegantly academic

Daydream Lily x Element HOLGA

2011-12-20T21:06:00.012+11:00

It's here! I've been holding out to blog about this till it was ready and I just found out it's in stores now. As part of the Second Collaboration I did with Element Eden we created this limited edition pink holga! When we first started on the collection I had this secret thought in my head 'wouldn't it be cool if we did a camera, that would be my dream' and I couldn't believe it when the Element Eden designers said 'lets do a camera'. My response 'um... YES!!!! you read my mind!'

Stockists //
Gold Coast: Element store in Burliegh Heads
Melbourne: Element store in Melbourne Central.
Plus more listed under the camera pictures in this album on my facebook page.

PS. Spot Amanda & Jeremy in the second picture on the back of the box. I took the first one we got back travelling to New Zealand with me earlier in the year.

PS. Check back tomorrow for a special end of year camera themed giveaway.

Christmas Wishlist Part#2

2011-12-18T09:02:00.006+11:00

1 // Nadinoo Fleur’s Spinning teacup dress

2 // Emily Green 9 bead necklace

3 // Kindle

4 // Bloom nail polish minis

5 // Chip Chop! LOVE denim bag

6 // Beci Orpin notebook

7 // The Selby coffee table book

8 // amerrymishap triangle pendant

9 // Kelly Smith L'avon scarf

Round two of my Christmas Wishes I put together for Here Comes The Sun. Amanada has been having a few guests share their Christmas Wishes on the blog. I already know Glen has gotten me the Kindle and the mini nail polish set, yay! We are a bit terrible at keeping surprises.

Also in case you missed it, here is Part 1 of my Christmas Wishlist

Style Milk & Vogue Nationale Party

2011-12-16T19:42:00.018+11:00

On Tuesday night Style Milk teamed up with Brisbane salon Vogue Nationale for a night of hair and fashion. It's our first event for Style Milk and being rather exhausted lately Jen took on most of the planning, and she did such an amazing job! The best business partner I could ask for (love you Jen). There were goodies bags, champagne and a fashion parade with Vogue Nationale doing gorgeous flowy hairstyles.

You can view more pictures from the night over on Sweet Lime & Spiced Tea's facebook page and a little write up on Culture Mag.

Big thanks to everyone who came along and making the night so much fun.

PS. We are also having a Christmas special in the shop with 25% OFF ALL FASHION till 24th December. In case you feel like doing a bit of last minute Chrissy shopping. Includes Nadinoo, Bec & Bridge, Lilya, Finders Keepers & May. Use code XMAS at checkout.

x

L'avion 'Flora & Fauna' Collection

2011-12-15T12:06:00.004+11:00

My super amazing and talented friend Kelly Smith recently collaborated with Jo Scahill of L'avion for her 'Flora & Fauna' range, out now. There were three artists all up in the collaboration including Sarah Hankinson and Spiros Halaris, with each artist contributing an illustration for the collection to be made into a gorgeous silk scarf.

I'm absolutely smitten with Kelly's illustration for it (the first scarf pictured).... The peacock, the big colourful flowers and her gorgeous girls! love!!! I just had to treat myself to one for Christmas.

Also if you pop over to Kelly's blog there is a special little discount for all purchases in the L'avion shop till tomorrow midnight, details HERE.

GIVEAWAY :: House of Maryanne Silk Kimono {{CLOSED}}

2011-12-12T11:38:00.011+11:00

House of Maryanne Vintage has kindly offered one of their gorgeous hand beaded kimonos for giveaway. I love these kimonos, perfect for the upcoming festival season, paired with some shorts and a lace tee.

About House of Maryanne...............
Inspired by folk and gypsy cultures from around the world, House of Maryanne is a carefully edited collection of vintage clothing and accessories from Australia and the world, curated by Maryanne Bridges. Each piece is hand picked for style and quality with a keen awareness of current trends. They have new stock every week with with high quality one-of-a-kind vintage pieces to satisfy your current fashion needs with vintage authenticity.

What you win:

Full Length Silk Velvet burnout kimono duster jacket. hand beaded. (RRP $175 AUD)

Colour: NAVY
fit Free size

♥

Leave a comment on this blog post by Friday Midnight AEST. (Open to all readers, international included)

Winner will be drawn Saturday morning via random.org

**Please note the Kimono for giveaway is like the black one pictured in lookbook but Navy in colour.

UPDATE: Big thank you to everyone who entered, winner is comment number #10 Rachel.