tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14307605163864110792026-03-02T06:24:36.156+11:00What started as an addiction to shoes, anything fashion & design has spawned into all things wonderful!amy @ elwoodswayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05324263283745591856noreply@blogger.comBlogger124125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1430760516386411079.post-49990277585714236232013-11-11T14:29:00.000+11:002013-11-11T14:29:41.242+11:00

Last night I spent two hours on my iPad looking at white and black t-shirts. I actually couldn't believe that much time had gone by... that's the problem with the internet, it's like a Casino (not that really visit Casinos), but it's designed so you get sucked in by all the pretty things (like a bug drawn to light).  T-shirt|Rag & Bone, Skirt|Zara, Sandals|Sambag This

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...Is it wrong that my baby son has 12 pairs of shoes he can't actually wear? The problem with being a mum is that you now have an excuse to buy all those cute baby things - like anything from Lucky Boy Sunday. I bought a few things from this Danish label when I was planning the nursery (I'll post some updates soon)... It's totally luxe and you will want to buy everything (even if you

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This is a post about nappy bags. When I was pregnant the excitement of all things baby took over my brain. Which is why I spent quite some time thinking about nappy bags (and giraffes strangely enough). I ummed and arghed over whether to buy a proper 'nappy bag'. In the end I chose fashion and selfishness and bought a bag that would work with my wardrobe. I didn't really think

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Some might think it's bad that I spend more time coordinating my baby's outfits than my own. I've put everything into little piles in his drawers so it's easy for my husband to match when he dresses him.. yes you might laugh, but if you're fashion obsessed you would do the same! As expected, my new mum style now involves wearing flat shoes, so my collection of heels has hit a

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Everyone is crazy about ankle boots these days. I must admit I love them. My love affair began when I bought a pair of Givenchy booties on sale in San Francisco in 2011 - now I own five pairs in various styles and colours, including these Skin & Threads boots I bought while I was pregnant. I like the light grey colour because its a nice mix with the suede and leather.

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I am now entering post baby period when I want to wear all my old clothes, but the comfort factor is very low while I'm recovering, plus they don't fit. But I have managed to create lots of new outfits with things I already own... hard to believe but true (that comment was just in case my husband is reading this). I am looking forward to a new-mum-shopping-trip in the coming months.&nbsp

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It was so much easier to dress a bump in warmer weather. My usually-belted floaty summer dresses were perfect when I travelled to Dubai at 26 weeks. I purchased maternity essentials - black leggings, skirt, two tops and two dresses, then managed to make these work with my existing wardrobe. My only regretful purchase were Paige maternity jeans, which I only wore once. Husband dressed

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After spending many hours on Houzz.com and various other design sites, I started planning the nursery. First step... convince husband to paint stripes on the wall. Not as simple as you would think (the stripes that is). I had the boring task of taping all the stripes, which is why we only did one wall. After hours of bending down with a fat pregnant belly, I didn't want stripes any more.&

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Our little bundle decided he would like to make an early entrance to the world. Two weeks to be precise. It's amazing how many things I had planned to get finished in that short amount of time, Oh well! Welcome little frog... with your cute dangly long legs, mini ears and giraffe neck. It's nice that your Daddy pointed out the funny traits you got from your Mummy. I

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I know it's wrong to feel a strong love for material things, but I really do love this bag... a lot. Actually it's two-bags-in-one because the front pocket zips off to become a clutch. So technically it's two-for-the-price-of-one. That's a pretty good price justification in my mind! ...and really, who could pick a better outfit for a new mother? Images from net-a-porter

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They say when you are pregnant you go into a crazy nesting phase, purging, cleaning and replacing old with new. If that's the case, then I've been nesting since I was born! Admittedly the above has certainly taken over my life the last two months, as I'm on a mission to finish redecorating the house before the baby arrives... We started by picking a couch, which was no easy task - that

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Let me be clear, this pair of shoes is a need. I'm not sure my husband would agree but I have a good argument - flat shoes are particularly important for a pregnant woman... plus they're practical, go with lots of outfits and I'm totally in love with them (does that count?)! Christian Louboutin Pointed-toe Flats|Net-a-porter

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Dressing in the morning has become a skill... one I have yet to master. My husband is not overly impressed with the 43 minutes I spend each morning changing outfits and complaining I have nothing to wear. I don't blame him, I annoy me! The pile of clothes in the photo below represent all the clothes left in my wardrobe that fit me. Plus three dresses - the one I'm wearing and the two I

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My days of contemplating my next shoe purchase have been replaced by trawling endless baby and nursery sites. That's not to say I won't be making any purchases from my latest list... I have also come to the conclusion that babies are like weddings... the cuter/prettier/more unique the more expensive! Alexander McQueen bracelet|outfit on Net-a-Porter, Saint Laurent Patent-Leather Pumps

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This is me at 12 weeks... it's not a very accurate title given there is no bump, only a bloated stomach from scoffing 3 Freddo frogs. To be honest we haven't taken many photos since this lot, but I need a bump memoir, so I better start taking some.  You may not be able to see from the photos, but the spots on the dress are like rough felt... I imagine it's how a Muppet&

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I have been somewhat missing in the blog world for a while... and here is the reason why. My world has been taken over by a growing bump, tiredness and eating lots of cheese and savoy biscuits... I'm told this means I'm having a boy!

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Now that I'm four I'm officially an adult... In January I thought about creating a New Year resolutions list, but instead I embarked on some self improvement (excuse the pun). Here are six vital tips I can share: 1. Do not steal other people's toys (or balls) No, that's not going to work... ...Steal when they are not looking! 2. Always go to the

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I came across these beautiful lifestyle photos by Hannah Blackmore when tracking down luxe linen by Cultiver. I love the collection of textures, vignette's and colours... all starting from a neutral palette. What's not to love? I've been collecting pictures for months to use as inspiration for the redecorating we are currently undertaking. It's so much

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I haven't had time for my blog this month, it's been crazy busy. I always thought December went by so slowly as a child... counting down the days between my birthday and Christmas. But now I realise why it's called the silly season... there are so many events jam-packed into one month, people go a little silly! These are a few snapshots from the last few weeks following trips to the

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I know there are more important things in life than shoes, but I could certainly find a place in my life for these. Giuseppe Zanotti Studded leather sandals This is how I convince myself I need to buy something...  Looks cute with a simple dress, definitely my style (tick). I could wear these with so many dresses I already own. The neutral blush colour goes with

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I'm sure I could find a million things to wear this with... in fact I'd also love a jacket in the same fabric (too cute)! Matthew Williamson bag from Net-a-porter

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I always thought that photos against graffiti walls looked so cool. So I made my husband take photos in Fitzroy last weekend... I'm not sure if it makes me cool or sheep like, but the colours are pretty and bright!  I really like spots with white things. I'm starting to build up a collection of white t-shirts... this is my latest I bought in a pop-up shop -

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My sister and I decided to snapshot ourselves at my friends wedding last weekend. Now that I have an obsession with red lips, I decided to go with matchy matchy red accents on my nails and shoes as well. I'm waiting for my 'photographer' to edit the rest of the photos so I can post her too... Dress|Whistles, Shoes|Zomp Sister Dress|Lulu Yasmine,

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Whilst I love the convenience of my iPad, I cannot imagine a world without paper books and magazines. I love nothing more than turning the pages of a beautiful design books full of images, or getting sucked into a book I can't put down even when my eyelids are closing... These are some of hard cover design books I'd like to add to my collection. All images from Amazon

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I couldn't really do 100 things because you would be scrolling forever! So here are 10 things that I love right now... 1. A fabulous party dress. Whistles Noel Boucle dress 2. A chair for my bedroom to sit and read a good book. Jonathan Adler Zebra Chair 3. More Zebras (I sense a theme). Also Jonathon Adler 4. Cool lighting. Lean light by Jenny Back for Orsjo

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