Styling Black

Wearing: Surfstitch's Rusty Wayside Backpack (sponsored), Emu Australia's Jacana Sandals (sponsored), Boohoo Kimono, Asos Stripe Tee, Boohoo Skirt, Dotti Hat

March marks the beginning of a cooler Autumn season, its when daylight saving kicks in and wedding season is at its peak.
I've been learning alot about weddings lately, as I'm trying to plan my own. I learnt that March is the most popular month for us Aussies, followed by November then September. I think it's to do with the cooler, more ideal weather and that Easter is just around the corner.

Me and Hai decided against this popular month, as we don't want to be fighting with other brides for services and venues. So we chose May. Hai proposed to me a few days before his birthday back in January and we will then tie it in by getting married a few days before my own birthday in May. We felt it was a sweet sentiment.

So here's what has been achieved so far in the last two months: we've only managed to book the Reception, we're fighting for our ceremony location (Park owners think the area is going to go into construction and won't be completed by May next year). my first choice for celebrant is already booked out and the photography service I want won't let me book more then a year in advance. It's been abit stressful as of late.

To distract myself from my wedding worries, I go back to what I know - clothes, shopping and small road trips. I recently got myself a pair of some beautiful Jacana sandals from Emu Australia that I love to show off. The shoe is comfortable thanks to the fine leather sole. I love the cross-over strap design with the contrasting zebra print strap at the front.

Another shopping gem I found is the Rusty Wayside bag from Surfstitch  As a lover of backpacks (guilty!) I was looking for one I can easily take from day to night. The leather-look vinyl with the washed, weathered texture was perfect for this.

As I get older, I've been gravitating towards alot of black clothing. I might be feeling its a mature look for me and will suit the big 3-0 that is coming my way. But even though I am wearing black, I stay conscious of keeping my outfit interesting by wearing an assortment of textures.  And wear a hat. A hat is always interesting!

Introducing: Illuminati Jewellery's 'Enlightened' Campaign

Introducing: Illuminati Jewellery 'Enlightened' campaign 2013 designed by Romi Nam 

I have some very exciting news for everyone out there - Sydney blogger and stylist Romi Nam has just launched her new jewellery line 'Illuminati Jewellery' . This candy sugary sweet range with a wicked twist has got me very excited and I couldn't wait to share it with everyone in the world.
With the range being inspired by the streets of Tokyo, underground New York and emerging fashion subcultures, every piece is individually crafted on candy colour acrylic and finished with beautiful white gold plated chains and sterling silver components to pay tribute to Romi's inspirations. 
Romi loves colour (note the pinks and blues in the range), she loves to have fun with it and see other people have fun too. She means for everyone girl out there to make their own meaning for this jewellery and wear it with confident individuality. To shop her range now (with items starting from $15 AUD), please visit Romi's store. Add a little bit of sweet wickedness to your life now.

                      

A Campaign: Lonely Kids Club Autumn Winter 2013

A Campaign: Lonely Kids Club Autumn Winter 2013

I love a good quality t-shirt. As I was browsing the Lonely Kids Club online store, many solid, simple prints and drawings caught my eye. I could tell those t-shirts were unique and could be a staple in my wardrobe forever. So I'm happy to present the latest campaign from the Lonely Kids Club.
Based entirely in Sydney, Warwick the designer, owner and inspirer spends the time to make sure each t-shirt and garment is of great quality and fits his philosophy. 

About Lonely Kids Club (taken from the website): "We choose unique and interesting artists to collaborate with for each range, to keep things fresh and unique. Each range begins as a broad concept and through the design process organically transpires into a theme. We also try restricting the amount of colours we use in each range, as we believe in simplicity as well as the theory that restrictions lead to further creativity"

Officially launched in the early months of 2011, Lonely Kids Club will definitely be here to stay, with every clothing item being inspired by a short story about a personal experience. And each product is mailed out with a personal message and a unique drawing, courtesy of Warwick; creating sentimental gifts for every lonely kid out there.