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Blitzkrieg Bop

2012-02-27T09:35:00.002+11:00

Ramones Tee stolen from my BF's drawer | Gold Shorts: Tight Tigers | Skull Ring: Lotus Mendes

Nuff said.

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Creative Video Challenge #2 - Live in Bondi

2012-02-26T10:44:00.000+11:00

The second installment of my 2012 creative video challenge.

Where each fortnight I'll be uploading a new video. See the first one here.

This video mash-up was shot at one of my gigs for the Bondi Open Air Cinemas here in Sydney.

When the vocals and percussion starts looping, I'm using my feet to create the layers on 'Jimi' my Digitech Jamman

LISTEN to my music here. WATCH more videos here.

Tank & crop top by Mink Pink thanks to Market HQ

Peace Beads Bracelet by Cat Hammill

Skirt by Wish

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Trippin' on One Teaspoon via Polyvore

2012-02-24T09:19:00.000+11:00

Trippin' on One Teaspoon by mojomade on Polyvore

One teaspoon dress | Evil Twin dress | House of Harlow 1960 Gold Ring | Ray-Ban cat eye sunglasses

The 2012 winter collection from One Teaspoon is totally trippin' in psychadelic Rock N Roll (see some of the first drop lookbook here). This dress reminds me of my grandmother (in the coolest way - she was wearing mini dresses patterned like this well into her 50's and always doing cartwheels!!) so it's pretty high on my wishlist right now!

I like to use Polyvore to create looks with pieces I already own, things I like/want and always keep it relevant to my own style. Like the Evil Twin dress above that I got from Market HQ - seen in this post and this video.

And dream big x

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Aztec Rainbow Crusader

2012-02-21T09:41:00.001+11:00

I've always thought of myself as a bit of a Rainbow Brite. You know, the colourful crusader riding Unicorns over psychadelic rainbow trips, spreading colour to the world and saving the planet from the evil, boring NO COLOUR badies.

I think I may have recognised the idea of fashion sense from her - she always wore her hair different (and obviously put a lot of effort into it, it always had great curls and body!). She had different outfits, and clearly little Twink was her PA and stylist. I also appreciate how much trouble she went to with Starlite's rainbow dip-dyed hair, I mean it would have been a feat to keep everyone looking so good whilst riding around, socialising with the other Colour Kids and riding the world of evil.

Phew, that does sound like my life. Haha

So my Rainbow Brite style choice for the day comes via some of my most loved pieces...

Mustard shirt and black suede Ringos shorts from One Teaspoon. It's the detail and texture of One Teaspoon's pieces that really express the quality - they always feel and fit so perfectly. The raw edging of the shirt is my fave detail.

MinkPink Aztec Tank (from Market HQ). Personally, this is my ideal style of tank - the fall of it and the bold print speaks volumes for everyday and something more.

Triangle Necklace by Recreational. On the whole Aztec trip, I'm obsessed with this simple, subtle dull gold design by a great up-and-coming jewelry label. I wear it daily.

Beads & Pandora Bracelets . If you're fighting evil and spreading colour to the world, you can never have too many bracelets. I'm always collecting, adding and interchanging my wrist-wear and one of my most loved pieces is my Pandora Bracelet. Filled with charms from across the globe, each one has a story about it and means something very special to me.

Try something colourful today!

Find something that made you smile when you were little.

Remember how you used to be invincible? You still are!

Spread some good around and you'll find the colours in the world :)

Mojo x

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Beginning Boutique does Print!

2012-02-20T11:08:00.001+11:00

One thing I love love love about Beginning Boutique is that they send little personal cards with their orders, lollipops and even tote bags! I've now officially got a new "Gig" bag for my leads, microphone, guitar stand and tamourine. Of course, only completed with my faux-fur-fox-tail found last winter in Sportsgirl.

Check out their latest range of goodies including brands like One Teaspoon, Stylestalker, Unif Clothing and many more! ❤

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Bondi Open Air Cinemas - Photographed by Natalie Leung

2012-02-19T11:28:00.004+11:00

I spent pretty much every night last week singing my little heart out at the Bondi Open Air Cinemas. And stayed each night to watch the movies!

Drive : Good for Gosling-Eye-Candy. Not good if you don't like blood!!

Towerheist: Surprisingly funny - anyone else notice Ben Stiller talking in a deeper, more serious voice??

The Ides of March: Yes, double Ryan Gosling! I really dug this movie - made politics a little more Mafia!

Puss in Boots: OK... It did make me want a cat that could talk like Antonio Banderas though!

Seated under the Australian skies with a cosy blanket, friends, drinks, munching on popcorn and Ben & Jerry's ice-cream (Strawberry Cheesecake Ice-Cream? Yes please!) Not much more you could ask for, especially since I saw Ryan Gosling twice in one week. Hehe.

The girl with her eye behind the lens from the above images is Natalie Leung, from the blog Lucy and The Runaways. You can see more pictures from her post on the night and check out a cool little giveaway here.

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Win €100 ($120) to spend at Boticca.com

2012-02-17T10:44:00.000+11:00

Me thinks it's time for a giveaway!

If you, like me, think $120 is better spent on a collection of new accessories rather than another LBD - you're in luck! I think you already know I like to spread some lovin around to my loyal and lovely new readers - and thanks to the generous team at boticca.com - you can win yourself $120 to spend on anything from this electrifying online store!

Boticca.com is like a portal to the coolest indie jewelry designers, one off pieces and inspired
creations from around the world - all in one place. Actually, it's quite dangerous!! I've spent a good chunk of this week traipsing through the pages and pages of animal rings, skull bracelets, feather ear cuffs and - oh, did I mention they've also got bags, belts and other accessories??

Check out the rest of their loot and all about Boticca here.

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Giveaway is open to all international entries and ends on Friday March 2nd 2012 at 11:59pm.

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Somedays in Sydney

2012-02-16T09:48:00.002+11:00

Morning coffee in Darlinghurst... This is what I love about Sydney - the side streets, the backstreets. There's always a little nook that is begging to be photographed. I could roam these streets for days enjoying the eclectic doorsteps and alleys.

I always underestimate the power of a LBD. This lacey, flirty, playful sweetheart dress from Somedays Lovin' couldn't be more versatile if it were reversable! Haha. And today you're introduced to my new fave boots (I needed some colour) and a muted gold hand-chain I made - do you like??

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The Story Of.

2012-02-15T10:11:00.039+11:00

It's not often that I come across a label that makes me sick.

So much the epitome of my own personal style that I actually get annoyed. (Well, annoyed with excitement!)

Do you ever get that?? Maybe I'm just weird. Haha

But seriously, the 2012 fall / winter collection from The Story Of is simply epic.

The way I choose to express myself bends the spectrum of desire, happiness, love, sadness, cheekiness, and blinding darkness... I could go on forever... My music and personal style is very much that - personal. I like to make things my own. I'm not gonna do something how you're 'supposed to' do it just because someone else told you to tell me to do it that way. There's enough of that in the world.
I'm on my own trip thankyouverymuch.

And so, along comes this collection (I counted 116 individual pieces!!) from The Story Of - which is born from the diversely rich culture and heritage of tropical Bali by the stunning and creatively blessed Kukuh Zuttion.

Mind = Blown.

If you're into the whole vibe of creative music and fashion...

A gyspy rock 'n' roller with moody undertones of old school class and a cheeky,

rebellious ticket to the wild side...

Then I insist you go and lose yourself at their website: http://thestoryof.com.au...

I honestly wish I could just post EVERY piece up here.

Remember this little TSO bodysuit post?

I've been rockin' it a bit lately as the weather cools down here in Sydney.

(But with a maxi, not short shorts! hehe)

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Valentine.

2012-02-14T09:27:00.003+11:00

I woke up this morning to the sounds of The Doors' "Hello I Love You".

And lollies for breakfast.

That's coz he knows me so well.

You don't have to celebrate Valentine's Day the way the rest of the world does - as the one day a year to really go overboard and impress your lover. Try doing it every day, or once a week - I mean, is it that hard to be luv'd up?? Haha. Valentine's Day might be just another excuse for Hallmark to make a dollar but get caught up in it anyway. There's no reason to NOT celebrate love, if you're lucky enough to have it.

Happy Luv'd Up Day.

xx

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Video Post: Playin' in Melbourne.

2012-02-12T10:23:00.000+11:00

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**Filmed with iPhone 8mm App / Edited with iMovie.

A sneak peek on the road in Melbourne last week... This is the first installment of fortnightly videos that I'll be posting via YouTube! See images from this show here.

I've set a challenge for myself to keep creating.
Sometimes you get caught up in the day to day and forget what makes you smile. I mean, what really makes you smile. Creating music and art is what keeps me ticking - so as of now, I'll be challenging myself to deliver video content every fortnight via my Youtube Channel...
Sometime music, sometimes artistic and sometimes behind the scenes on fashion projects and all the things that come with being a musician and fashion designer. Who knows what will happen as this MojoTrain picks up speed! Hehe

I would love you to come on the ride and I hope this can inspire you to tap into your own creative time-bomb and set the fuse alight!

Tell me: What is your creative passion??

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Happy Inspiration x

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Like a Rolling Stone.

2012-02-10T11:21:00.016+11:00

Like a Rolling Stone. by mojomade on Polyvore.

I'm on Polyvore! Follow me if you're there too: mojomade.polyvore.com

It seems I haven't worn full length bottoms in...well... a VERY long time. I could totally get through the Aussie winter in shorts and tights and maxi's but like I said the other day - I'm in a rut! COLOUR PLEASE! So I'm on the lookout for some turquoise jeans, Miss Selfridge Skinny Jeans pictured and - found some similar here at Market HQ. And can't lust enough over that Wildfox Tee.

And anything by Ms Nicole Richie doesn't go astray (Antler Earrings: House of Harlow 1960)

Happy weekend! Fill it with some bright colours and Warhol thoughts ❤ Mojo x

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Playin' in Melbourne Town.

2012-02-09T10:00:00.000+11:00

Heavens & Heathens Tank & Bad Aura Overlay both by Evil Twin | Crop top by Mink Pink all thanks to MarketHQ | Shorts by Tight Tigers

It's been way too long since I played a gig in Melbourne, but finally last Thursday night I hit the stage at Yah Yah's along with Brisbane 5-piece The Secret Whisper and Melbourne natives Thnkr. It's always a nice surprise when you turn up to a place you've never played and find awesome sound, a cool vibe and welcoming guys behind the bar! (That part has nothing to do with my music, it's only to help my Sambucca-shot-habbit that I picked up since hitting it hard over Christmas with my mum - haha!)

I did a little cover of Elvis Presley's 'That's Alright' with my loop pedal and as I finished and they played the Elvis-in-Vegas-Entrace song. On vinyl through the speakers.
Heaven.
Total Rock'N'Roll.

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February Inspiration

2012-02-08T10:45:00.003+11:00

I'll put a spell on you and we'll dance into the wild galaxy of stardust nights and gypsy revelry...

It's never too late to build a tree house and fly away on a magic carpet.

This black glitter smokes out my wanderlust heart.

February looks like magic to me.

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Country Victoria

2012-02-06T10:30:00.000+11:00

A friend's wedding last Friday in country Victoria - this is the view we watched as the sun set and into the night.

I wore orange tank by Mink Pink thanks to MarketHQ, rings by Lotus Mendes and my everyday peace bracelet by Cat Hammill.

Sometimes you don't know where the day will take you.

And that's the best part.

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Mojo Monochrome

2012-02-05T10:45:00.001+11:00

And thaaaaaaaat's how I do monochrome.

Shorts: One Teaspoon | White Top: Minty Meets Munt | Black Tank: Evil Twin

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Rebel Without a Cause - Market HQ Feb Lookbook

2012-02-04T15:28:00.002+11:00

MARKET HQ February Lookbook: REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE
Featuring: MinkPink, Somedays Lovin, Staple the Label, Cameo, Lovebird, I Like Wolves, Motel and Evil Twin.

OK Seriously. I'm feeling in a total creative rut. On all mediums - music, fashion, sketching, photography... It's just feeling really same samey.

Just got this lookbook from Market HQ in my inbox. THANK GOD!!!

This makes me want to scream.

I'm kicking my ass into gear.

Step 1. The Rolling Stones

Step 2. Coconut insense

Step 3. Guitar, iPad and Garage Band...

GO!!!!!

See you on the other side.

Mojo x

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Somedays Lovin' Autumn Lookbook

2012-02-03T10:06:00.000+11:00

I fell in love with this Aussie label when I saw that they had the gorgeous Mandy Shadforth (Oracle Fox) on board for a t-shirt collaboration last season... Been keeping my eye on the incredible little pieces they keep turning out since then and I'll admit it - I've got a crush!

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Rough Cut

2012-02-02T09:57:00.001+11:00

Shorts: Somedays Lovin' | Shoes: Diavolina by Robert Robert | Shirt: DIY | Necklace: Recreational | Gold Cuff: Borrowed from Lucy and The Runaways

Simple. Classic. Whites and nudes... It's the details that can make an outfit.

I was after a rough cut shirt the other day, so I stole one from my BF's closet and chopped the arms off. Shhh!

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Shop Some Vintage Blues

2012-02-01T09:00:00.000+11:00

I just found this lovely little vintage dress hanging dress in the back of my closet and it screamed at me:

"Find me a better home!!"

FOR SALE!

$65 + free postage worldwide

Vintage dress, size small.

Waist is elasticized and measured 25cm laying flat, stretches to 31cm

Neckline to bottom hem length = 84cm

Payment via Paypal (or Bank Transfer if in Australia)

Please Email me at mojomade@hotmail.com to express interest and I'll confirm the sale!

First in, best dressed!

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What Inspires You? Winner Announced

2012-01-31T11:00:00.001+11:00

What inspires you to be creative?

Over the last couple of weeks I was asking what inspires you to be creative... The incentive was that you could win a little jewelry pack from the Lotus Mendes collection but I had no idea that in asking you the question, I would be so inspired myself! I got such a kick out of reading all your words - so thank you to all my gorgeous readers who entered, for giving me some perspective and inspiration in return!

Catarina Ferreira Pinto from Portugal said...

"A blank page. Simple and with all the world's potential in it."

Catarina has won THIS PRIZE from Lotus Mendes Jewelry. See the interview with designer Victoria Cheatham HERE. CONGRATS!!

Meanwhile... I'm on a total artflight this week!!

Writing songs... Traveling.... Playing a gig in Melbourne...

IF YOU'RE IN MELBOURNE
CHECK OUT MY GIG DETAILS HERE

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Bewitching Hour

2012-01-30T10:22:00.000+11:00

Top: UNIF thanks to Market HQ | Shorts: Ringo's by One Teaspoon

Something about the all black, the jewelry, the tones... Makes me want to cast some spells.

Or make voodoo dolls of the people I don't like.

Wait, did I say that out loud? Haha, don't worry, you wouldn't actually know if I made a voodoo doll of you. You'd just all of a sudden get a pain in your neck. But I guess the irony of that is you're already a pain in the neck, that's why I don't like you.

Ahh the rewards of karma. And voodoo.

Now I'm thinking about that movie with Kate Hudson, The Skeleton Key. That was awesome.

Now I wanna go to New Orleans.

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DIY: Jewelry Display Branch

2012-01-29T12:48:00.001+11:00

I was thinking how I've got all this gorgeous jewelry and then it hangs on ugly hooks behind a door or sits in draws, when it should be on display... I mean, that's what I got it for in the first place, right?!

So I made this gold coated jewelry display branch with some simple supplies and thought you might be in need of something like this too!

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL STEP BY STEP GUIDE>>

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Denim.Cross.Stripe.

2012-01-28T09:07:00.001+11:00

Shirt: Muchacho Clothing | Earrings: Fringe Bar Markets

I've been after a serious denim shirt for my serious denim-lust-obsession lately and found this one at a stall for Muchacho Clothing at the Bondi Markets. Conveniently my BF was right behind me and grabbed it before I had the chance.

It looked good on him.

But it looked good on me too.

So we're 'sharing' it.

HA!!

LAST CHANCE TO ENTER MY GIVEAWAY!

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Warhol Says: Don't THINK about making art...

2012-01-27T14:59:00.000+11:00

Too true Andy. You are an inspiration for art itself.

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