Friend in Fashion

LOUIS VUITTON

2012-02-20T17:45:00.006-08:00

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Dear friends,

If you've been following my adventures on TWITTER or INSTAGRAM, you would already know that Valentine's Day last week, I was treated to a very special Louis Vuitton surprise.

This is one half of that surprise - allow me to introduce you to my brand new Speedy 30.

As we here in Melbourne quickly approach our dose of fashion week madness, I suspect these incredibly versatile, wide leg trousers, will form the basis of my fashion week wardrobe! Loving the silhouette!

I'm wearing:
Tank, MARVIN
Trousers, MARVIN
Shades, via MARKET HQ
Bracelets, via BIJOUTERIE
Shoes, ZARA (picked up in London)
Bag, LOUIS VUITTON SPEEDY 30

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

WHIRLWIND

2012-02-17T14:41:00.003-08:00

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Dear friends,

What a whirlwind week it has been!

Yesterday I flew in and out of Sydney to shoot an incredibly exciting project, alongside some of Australia's hottest bloggers. The project will be published around May and I can't wait to share the incredible end results. In the meantime, you can check out a couple behind the scenes snaps on TWITTER and instagram (@friendinfashion).

Earlier in the week I also had the opportunity to hear Tony Hsieh, of Zappos.com fame, share his stories of success and pursuit of happiness. An incredibly motivating insight into the fashion industry and life in general. I can highly recommend his book - a great read!

I'm wearing:
Shirt, via MAURIE & EVE
Skirt, via MAURIE & EVE
Heels, via TONY BIANCO

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

PASTEL LOVE

2012-02-14T12:21:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

We've been spoilt to some lovely warm weather of late (apologies to my friends in the Northern Hemisphere), and when the sun is out, there is nothing I love more than heading out on to the marina, for a sail around the bay.

These very sweet baby pink espadrilles are courtesy of the team at HuToPa, which I've been living in of late. The perfect casual shoe, in so many cute colours! The red pair are next on my list.

I'm wearing:
Shirt, via FREE PEOPLE
Shorts, via MAURIE & EVE
Shades, via MARKET HQ
Shoes, via HUTOPA

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

PEPLUM

2012-02-11T21:54:00.001-08:00

Dear friends,
As last blogged, MAURIE & EVE'S latest collection has me completely captivated, and this peplum dress is just too pretty for words.

An action packed week ahead, including a quick Sydney visit and locking in flights to my favourite the U S of A. My last visit to the States was last year, where I was lucky enough to drive West to East coast, exploring 26 states along the way.

This tip will be purely relaxation, plus a very special ceremony. Flying in to LA and out of NYC is the plan, still working out the in-betweens. Please shoot me through any must-sees.

Exciting times ahead.

I'm wearing:
Peplum dress, via MAURIE & EVE
Anorak, via MAURIE & EVE
Heels, via TONY BIANCO
Shades, via RETRO SUPER FUTURE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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MAURIE AND EVE

2012-02-07T16:16:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

Very few times have I spotted a new collection of which I need every single piece, so when I stumbled across Aussie label, Maurie & Eve's latest collection, I couldn't help but share it with you.

Here is a selection of my absolute favourites.

You can check out the entire collection and eboutique at www.maurieandeve.com - so much fashion goodness!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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TEXTURE PLAY

2012-02-04T22:32:00.001-08:00

Dear friends,

Absolutely loving this missoni-esque print, featured heavily in Mink Pink's latest range. A whole lotta retro, a splash of Autumn, and all kinds of amazing. I was torn between the skirt, jacket and dress!

As well as playing around with colour, I'm also a fan of creating interest in an outfit by playing with different textures. This rug skirt, weaved knit and gorgeous scaled pumps via the team at KEILANA SKYE, make for a head to toe textured fashion delight.

I'm wearing:
Skirt, Mink Pink via MARKET HQ
Cardigan, Mink Pink via MARKET HQ
Shades, Mink Pink via MARKET HQ
Heels, via KEILANA SKYE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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CITRUS

2012-01-31T19:04:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

It's summer, it's hot and it's all about colour for me! Since picking up this perfect yellow blazer in Tokyo, I've been hard pressed to take it off. Styled back with a touch of tortoise and leopard print and you've got yourself a winner.

Today I had a chance to take a sneak peak at the 2012 Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival program. The line up this year is set to impress, so if you're in Melbourne, do yourselves a favour and check it out. If you're not in Melbourne, LMFF is the perfect excuse for a visit to this great city.

I'm wearing:
Blazer, via H&M
Skirt, VAMA STYLE
Shirt, MARKET HQ
Shoes, Heels, via TONY BIANCO
Shades, via AM EYEWEAR

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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STYLE STALKER

2012-01-27T16:28:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,
There is so much to love about this dress, via my friends at STYLESTALKER. Pleats, prints AND cut-out sleeves - almost too much dress goodness.

Another warm, sunny Melbourne weekend - now off to the beach!

I'm wearing:
Dress, via STYLESTALKER
Blazer, via SABO SKIRT
Heels, via TONY BIANCO
Shades, via DRAGON ALLIANCE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

P.S. These aviator shades are courtesy of the team at DRAGON ALLIANCE, who are currently on the hunt for a party-loving BFF to attend their exclusive events for a year! If you're a bit of a party animal, head on over to FACEBOOK to enter.

FLORALS + COLLARS

2012-01-23T17:06:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

I'm always a sucker for floral prints, so I was so wrapped to find this floral blazer in my travels through Japan. I was desperately looking for the matching trousers, but wasn't as lucky.

As for this asymmetrical blouse, with metallic collar detail, it is honestly one of my favourite fashion purchases. I bought this from designer and fellow blogger 'DISCO PONY', along with a couple of other lust-worthy pieces, for my birthday and is definitely my go-to whenever I'm looking for the perfect chic shirt. Love.

I'm wearing:
Blazer, via H&M
Denim cut-offs, via A LITTLE LEFT OF CENTRE
Shirt, via DISCO PONY
Heels, via TONY BIANCO
Bag, CHLOE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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NEON

2012-01-21T23:38:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

As the sun heats up and we well and truly hit summer, I'm definitely crushing over all things neon. As soon as I laid eyes on these AG ADRIANO GOLDSCHMIED jeans, I knew I had to have them in my life.

Even though they are by far the brightest thing in my wardrobe (which is generally always filled with colour), I'm finding them to be surprisingly versatile. I couldn't help but pump up the neon over the weekend, by styling up with this tropical tank dress, which I picked up a few years ago and lust-worth Tony Bianco heels.

Obsessed is a bit of an understatement. Since this acquisition, I've searched high and low for my next neon purchase...

Here are my top 5 neon must haves:
1. ACNE: Lia cable sweater
2. TIBI: Pink pleated pants
3. DIANE VON FURSTENBERG: Raiko jacket
4. EQUIPMENT: Daddy blouse
5. MATTHEW WILLIAMSON: Curved square sunglasses

I'm wearing:
AG Adriano Goldschmied jeans via SHOPBOP
Tank, Children of the Sun
Heels, 'karissa' via TONY BIANCO
Watch, Bulgari

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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VIVA LA SUMMER

2012-01-19T00:29:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

The team at BAKU AUSTRALIA were kind enough to gift me this gorgeous bikini, perfect as we head into another scorching Aussie summer. Ruffles and polka dots, sweet or what!

In the absence of a sound Melbourne beach within the vicinity of the city I'm off to the pool for a quick dip, before a relaxing evening on the marina.

Viva la summer!

I'm wearing:
Polka dot bikini via BAKU AUSTRALIA
'Mexican Aztec' kaftan via MARTINI + COZ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

BEHIND THE SCENES - TONY BIANCO

2012-01-16T21:30:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

These hot behind-the-scenes pics of the new TONY BIANCO winter campaign shoot, have just found their way into my hands.

Bambi Northwood-Blyth features as the face of and is shot perfectly by wonder photographer Bec Parsons.

This collection is not to be missed!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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MOON CHILD

2012-01-15T00:35:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

After almost three weeks having a blast in Japan, and an epic 28 hour journey home, I'm back on home soil!

I had the most amazing adventure in Japan, shopping, eating and making the most of the epic snow in Japan, skiing up a storm.

I'll be back shortly with a photo diary of my travels, as well as some very sweet new Tokyo fashion purchases to covet.

In the meantime, you can head on over to TWITTER or INSTAGRAM for a sneak peak.

For now, off to bed!

I'm wearing:
'Moon Child' hoodie, Wild Fox, via MARKET HQ
Velvet jeans, via MIH JEANS

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

A GIRL AND HER BIKE

2011-12-22T14:04:00.000-08:00

Dear friends,

Wishing you all a very happy festive season!

For me - a brief visit to the family before heading off to Japan for an exciting adventure! Check me on TWITTER & FACEBOOK for all the updates.

A short break from the blog while I'm overseas and then I'll be back in the new year with more fashion and travel to share with you.

Stay safe and happy holidays!

I'm wearing:
Skirt & tank , via SHILLA
Sunglasses, Retro Super Future
Boots, via, TONY BIANCO

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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CHLOE

2011-12-19T00:17:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

Meet my newest love, this gorgeous scalloped detail CHLOE handbag!

A few weeks ago, I asked you to help me pick my new bag, and this was your favourite by far.

Teamed back with this gorgeous 'flirt' skirt and my most favourite polka blouse - my new baby has fit in perfectly with the rest of my wardrobe.

I'm wearing:
'Flirt' skirt, via VAMASTYLE
Polka dot blouse, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ
Wedges, Sam Edelman, via FREE PEOPLE
Handbag, Chloe, via SHOPBOP

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

HER NAME WAS LOLA

2011-12-17T16:11:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

Yesterday, Melbourne was treated to a delightful summers day, which for me meant a perfect afternoon of lazing boat-side by the marina, and indulging in refreshing home-made limonata. Ah, how I love summer!

This two-tone midi, via LOLA VS HARPER, has gotten quite the work-out of late and is proving to be the perfect piece to take me from scorching afternoons, through to balmy evenings.

Can't believe Christmas and the new year is almost upon us. So much last-minute gift buying to sort out!

Happy weekend all!

I'm wearing:
Pleat midi dress, via LOLA VS HARPER
Cat-eye sunglasses, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ
Wedges, Sam Edelman via, FREE PEOPLE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

POLKA PLAYSUIT PT II

2011-12-14T12:52:00.000-08:00

Dear friends,

Earlier in the week, I posted my favourite summer-time playsuit: 'POLKA PLAYSUIT PART I, and promised I'd return with a second post, revealing another fabulous way of wearing this one-piece beauty.

I love creating different looks with a wardrobe staple, so here I've simply added a pair of high waisted trousers and heels to my playsuit and voilà - outfit transformed.

What do you think?

I'm wearing:
'Rock the Tanjong' playsuit, via VAMASTYLE
High waisted trousers, Motel, via MARKET HQ
Wedges, via, TONY BIANCO

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

ARABIAN NIGHTS

2011-12-12T12:11:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

What can I say about these shorts, other than WOW! Pastel colours, high waisted and ruffles, absolutely winning combo, wouldn't you agree?

Double denim eat your heart out!

I'm wearing:
Arabian Nights shorts, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ
Denim shirt, Pimkie
Biker boots, via TONY BIANCO
Retro sunglasses, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

POLKA PLAYSUIT PT I

2011-12-10T23:05:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

Regular readers would know that playsuits/rompers occupy a large majority of my wardrobe.

One of the reasons I love a good playsuit is that they are perfectly versatile when styling. Whether it be worn as is, or layered, playsuits are my wardrobe go-to.

This polka beauty is the creation of Aussie label, VAMASTYLE and just screams summer! When uncovering new brands I always love to learn a labels story and design influences.

VAMASTYLE'S designer sums up her collection beautifully as inspired by endless summer holidays, lovingly designed using bright colours, eye catching prints and feminine detailing.

'Sunday brunch at Bronte, a beach holiday in Koh Samui, or drinks at The Ivy'.

Coming up, I'll show you another way that I love to wear this pretty number.

I'm wearing:

'Rock the Tanjong' playsuit, via VAMASTYLE
Vintage belt
Platform wedges, Airlie Beach
Sunglasses, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

ELLIATT

2011-12-09T19:25:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

I love to uncover and share new local designers and labels, so here is my latest find, new kid on the block - ELLIATT.

Characterised by feminine cuts, and bold prints, ELLIATT is a one stop shop for all things fun. Some great party pieces as well!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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PARTY DRESS

2011-12-06T12:32:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

I've found the perfect party dress to celebrate the festive season in - this stunning 'stevie dress', by Australian designer Bec & Bridge, via AUSTRALIAN FLAVOUR.

With sheer pleats and a dramatic asymmetrical bell sleeve, this dress certainly turns heads, and what better accompaniment than a pair of statement stilettos.

What will you be wearing to celebrate the holidays?

I'm wearing:
Bec & Bridge 'Stevie' dress, via AUSTRALIAN FLAVOUR
Heels, via, TONY BIANCO
Sunglasses, SUPER, a birthday gift from the lovely B

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

P.S. The winner of the emmajane giveaway is... Katie Robke - congratulations!

GINGERBREAD GIRL

2011-12-03T22:32:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

I lovingly introduce you to my latest favourite online shopping hot-spot, GINGERBREAD SHOP, where I sourced this very sweet peter-pan collared shirt and scalloped hem mini-skirt.

Fun and individual is Gingerbread's motto, and the store is filled with an exclusive range of pretty pieces curated from around the world.

Do head over and take a sneaky peak.

I'm wearing:
Blouse, via GINGERBREAD SHOP
Mini skirt, GINGERBREAD SHOP
Heels, Sam Edelman via FREE PEOPLE

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

P.S. Don't miss out on your last chance to win a very pretty emmajane silk dress of your choice! Entries close THIS Tuesday.

BAMBI FOR SHOPBOP

2011-12-02T15:45:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

What do you get when you combine one of Australia's most recognisable models, with some of Australia's finest design talent and SHOPBOP? A fashion force to be reckoned with!

The other day this chic editorial, featuring the stunning 'Bambi Northwood-Blyth, graced the pages of Shopbop and Elle Magazine and immediately got me seeking out some new wardrobe purchases.

I'm a huge ambassador for Aussie design, and this editorial is testament to the immense talent and unique aesthetic Australian design contributes to the wider fashion community.

Here are my top 5, absolute favourite Aussie designers - which are yours?

1. DION LEE
2. ELLERY
3. ZIMMERMANN
4. WILLOW
5. BEC & BRIDGE

Great weekend all,

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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VINTAGE FLORAL

2011-11-29T17:21:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

Ever have one of those weeks?

Absolutely flat out from my end, but I can't (and won't) complain. The festive season brings some great parties, the perfect excuse to spend extra time with family and friends and of course holidays, which means not long until my Ski holiday in Japan! Can't wait!

This near perfect vintage floral print is actually a dress (worn as a vest) picked up from my favourite Canadian vintage store SHOPPALU. Gorgeous or what!

I'm wearing:
Vintage dress, via SHOPPALU
Denim cut-offs, via LITTLE LEFT OF CENTRE
Sunglasses + Shirt, Mink Pink MARKET HQ
Biker boots, via TONY BIANCO

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

P.S. don't forget to enter my current emmajane giveaway, giving you the chance to win a very pretty emmajane silk dress of your choice!

BAG HAVEN

2011-11-26T15:04:00.002-08:00

Dear friends,

The last couple of weeks have had me all consumed in a hunt for the perfect handbag.

Shopbop is always my go to, and with so many goodies I'm finding it terribly difficult to decide. I have however, managed to narrow my shortlist of favourite down to five.

Now it's over to you, I need your help - which is your favourite?

Designers (clockwise)

See by Chloe Poya Medium Tote Bag

Marc by Marc Jacobs Too Hot To Handle Drawstring Bag

ROMYGOLD Fringe Tote

HOUSE OF HARLOW Avery Tote

MARC BY MARC JACOBS Bob's Memphis Trip Top Handle Satchel

Good weekend all!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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