Breezy Pastels

During the hot sticky Australian summers, there's nothing worse than feeling uncomfortable and sweaty in what you're wearing, because trust me, I've been there and those summer days are very unforgiving. 

Loose and airy pieces like this top and shorts are just perfect. They are simple yet versatile pieces that can be dressed up or down.

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French Connection Top

Valleygirl Floral Shorts (similar here)

YSL Belle Du Jour Clutch (here and here)

Christian Louboutin Pigalle 100 Heels (similar here)

Prada SPR 17OS Sunglasses 

Eclectro Necklace

Casual Chaos

 

I don't quite know what's going on with this outfit. Nothing makes sense here, which is kind of reflective of my current state, and like my current state, I am going with it.

I'm only starting to realize that life loves to throw things your way to keep you on your toes. Unfortunately there are only so much you can try and do until you realize that sometimes you might just need to sit back and go for that ride. It's like telling yourself "See you on the the other side!", because with chaos eventually comes order.

So for now I will wear this bodychain backwards, a top that may or may not also be backwards, heavily trashed shorts that may eventually show my undies and studded Cons that could possibly be a type of weapon.

SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!

Sass and Bide Top (very old!)

Abercrombie DIY Shorts (similar here)

NLP (formerly ATG) High Neck Bandeau Top

Balenciaga City Daim Bag

Prada SPR 17OS Sunglasses (Promo Code Here!!!)

Triple Shark Tooth Bodychain

DIY Studded Converse Shoes

I . N . F . L . U . E . N . C . E

I know, I know! It's so cliche to love Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, but honestly, how can you not? Their love of avant-garde fashion and how they always manage to pull off amazing and sometimes strange ensembles all at the same time is just awe inspiring.  

The fact that Mary-Kate toted around the most beat up, worn and ripped Hermes Kelly, put a few people, and by a few people, I mean the crazy die-hard Hermes fans on The Purseforum, into a spin. Comments like "Can she not afford to buy a decent looking bag?" made me re-think them as fashion icons. Yes she can afford a yacht full of brand new Hermes bags, but the fact that she chose not to gave her some cred in my book.

Speaking of which, their aptly titled book Influence is just that to me, influential. The book comprises of people in the fashion industry who have influenced them throughout the years. It's filled with amazing pictures of the twins in amazing outfits and an insight into their favourite accessories. Every time I open the book, I feel like I'm being taken into the magical world of fashion that's at their fingertips, but out of reach of mine. The fantasy of it all makes it magical to me. 

This is basically just a composition of some of the books contents and styling it with some of my favourite items and accessories.

Influence - Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen 

Florals

I've had this One Teaspoon dress for probably 8-9 years now. It's one of those clothing items that I could never get rid of when I do closet clean outs. There have been some years where I don't remember I have it and don't wear it at all, but when I stumble upon it, I remember why I haven't been able to let it go. 

I've altered the length of the dress by hiking parts of it up in different lengths and sewing large patterned buttons on the part where I want them to sit. It sounds hideous in writing but due to the buttons being patterned, you can hardly tell. I also think floral dresses will never go out of style. They get re-done from season to season and if you have a keeper like this one has turned out be, do not let it go.

I didn't want to look like a walking floral arrangement so I ended up teaming it with a denim jacket and rocker style ankle boots.

One Teaspoon Dress (Very Old!) 

Unlabelled Biker Denim Jacket (Found at Manly Markets)

Michael Kors Mini Crossbody Selma

Chloe Susanna Ankle Boots

Celine CL 41801/S Sunglasses in Honey Havana/Green

Luv AJ Triple Shark Tooth Ring

Luv AJ Chunky Crystal Ring (On SALE!)

Eclectro White Enamel Necklace