Kicks.

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A pretty zig zag pyramid of photos to put a little kick in all your midweek woes. It's so hard to get into life on a Wednesday - all you want is the weekend, but then you have so much to do, that time-travel doesn't quite work.

Also wanted to say thank you to you all for the beautiful emails and comments I've been getting this week - they always make my day!

How has everyone's week been so far?

P.S. some fun things in store for all you lovely readers in the next few days :)

*love*

xx

Anabela, Ella & Simona by Sebastian Kim.

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This makes me love:

• black and white photography more than I already do
• textured fabrics
• crazy silhouettes
• slicked pineapple ponytails

And can I just say - second shot. Legs. How is that even possible!?

So in love with this editorial. I have to say the first thing that struck me was the makeup. :)

Thoughts?

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xx

Covet Vintage Co: Ellin.

Vintage is definitely on the rise and not about to disappear any time soon! Not in my wardrobe anyway - so you guys can all bail, and I'll still be sifting through piles of stuff at markets and opshops.

But here is all the more reason to stick with the vintage, friends! Not only is the tiring hunt eliminated (awesome), but also: there is an amazing sense of being one-of-a-kind in what the lovely Ellin finds, having just started up her online vintage store Covet Vintage Co.

Browsing through all the pieces she has found for us amazed me, especially in that so many specific things that I've been hunting for in retailers of now, were right there - so either Ellin or Covet Vintage Co. is reading my mind. Either way, I'm liking it, and was pretty excited to be able to get some more insight into some of the action:

Covet Vintage Co. is about:
Covet Vintage Co. is all about covetable vintage pieces! It’s a collection of seasonal trend items and timeless classics with the aim of having a piece of vintage love for everyone. It's not about the 'hunt', because sometimes it’s easier when someone has uncovered the gems for you. Covet Vintage Co. intends on redefining the vintage shopping affair.

Starting Out:

Covet Vintage Co. started for a combination of two reasons:
1. My secret and burning desire to own my own fashion related business.
2. The lack of a relevant, accessible and edited online vintage source.

The Covet Vintage Co. Vibe:

The Covet Vintage Co. vibe is relaxed, easy and non-intimidating. I live and operate the business from the Northern Beaches in Sydney, and i think the Covet Vintage Co. vibe is result of this atmosphere. The collection itself, due to being heavily edited, makes it so much easier to find a piece of vintage that will work with anyone's wardrobe.

The Love per Piece

It all starts with a lot of research! Trend forecasting (my favourite part, which includes reading magazines, fashion and street style blogs, analysing runway shows etc) is as important as continually researching the history of fashion, not only to be able to identify those 'classic' vintage pieces, but also to ensure our customers are receiving nothing but genuine vintage. After the research, is the buying and sorting. Whether stock is acquired individually or in wholesale lots, each item is then judged on the merits of originality, quality, trend alignment and above all, desirability. I'd say only about 20% of sourced stock passes the Covet Vintage Co. test. Oh and then there is the photography, descriptions, measurements, uploading etc.

Covet Vintage Co. this Winter:
I'm currently on the hunt for: fur, leather, capes, mock croc, chunky knits, leopard print, ankle boots, blazers, navajo, velvet and embellished cardigans. The list is growing every day!

2010:

I'm planning on introducing menswear as well as gifts and a section on the website dedicated to designer pieces. I'm being asked constantly about menswear, so would love to expand into this category. Also, along the way I find so many gorgeous vintage bits and pieces: porcelain figurines, books, trinket boxes etc which I hope to collate into a little collection for the online store. And then there are the designer pieces... I currently have a few designer items hiding throughout the store, but I would like to create and grow this very deserving category.

The Future:

In the hearts and wardrobes of every stylish girl in Australia! Ahh so cliché!

Thanks for your time, Ellin!

Who agrees to another source of lusting-afters :)

Check out more of Covet Vintage Co. HERE.

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xx

Smatter.

So in my last post, I left you all with a photo that had most of you a bit confused. You've said chains, zippers, curtains, blazers, futuristic... silver... noodles :p and fringes. On this beautiful 'Fringetastic Dress' that the lovely Sue-Ann of Stylestalker sent me yesterday.

This dress is amazing. Fits like a glove and it's so much fun to spin around in.

I've tried something grainy and vintagey with the image quality, but I think it just makes it look like I used a terrible camera. Thoughts?

Moving right along.

So naturally, as this piece of art was sitting on my desk when I got home, I had to wear it out to a house leaving party, didn't I? It was so good to see all my favourite people again... all of whom spent the night playing with the dip-dye fringes and talking about life:

Had a bit of fun with crazy exposure and lights :) and the craziest people of my life.

Thank you again to Stylestalker for the amazing dress! I'm pretty sure I'll be wearing it a lot :) Oui? You can get it online HERE.

Hope you've all had good weekends so far!

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xx

“Oh, well, I guess this is just going to be one of those lifetimes” ~ Stephen Wright.

Here's a teaser to kick off your weekends :) Who can guess what the photo is of?? This isn't just pointless by the way - it's preempting something!!

And it's not just me messing around with my camera... though some of that was involved!

Happy Friday, all!

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xx

The Real Katie Perry.

I think you'll all agree that (at the moment anyway), style and comfort don't exactly go hand in hand a lot of the time (fashion houses and Lady Gaga really don't help this fact :D) - beauty is pain, people.

But no! Upon introduction to the luxury lifestyle label, Katie Perry - designed by the lovely Ms Katie Perry whom I had the absolute pleasure of catching up with about her work:

The Beginning:

Fashion really does run in my blood. My mother worked closely with the Benetton brothers in London in the 70’s before launching her own label so literally grew up surrounded by clothes. I designed my first outfit at 11 for the school disco (yes it was called a disco back then). As I grew up I understood that being a designer is not just about the designing aspects it’s about know the industry from the ground up. So I then went onto to work in different aspects of the industry. I worked as a stylist, manager and buyer for labels and stores such as Brown’s, South Molton St in London, as well as Jag, Oroton and David Jones. I then decided it was now or never and made the leap of starting my own label, Katie Perry.

The Philosophy:

My design philosophy is linked closely with my own philosophy. The Katie Perry label is all about a lifestyle; one of integrity by practising ethical business and social principles, quality with every garment being made in Australia and choosing to use Australian jersey so that every woman is comfortable and confident when they wear a Katie Perry piece.

The Katie Perry Vibe:

It's s all about a lifestyle of comfort without having to sacrificing style. Each pieces is made using jersey “a girl best friend” fabric. In each collection there are pieces to choose whether travelling, at work or at play.

The Biggest Step:

This would have to have been the battle of the Perry’s!! Last year I thought I was going to lose my entire label and hence my world when a certain singer tried to stop me using of my own name. Luckily with the amazing support I received from around the world I was able to fight for my label and the case was dropped.

The Love per Piece:

There is a long process from the sketch book to the end garment. I am old school and still do free hand sketches. When I design I have a woman in mind and after each sketch actually question would she wear this and what is she look for this season.

The Future

Hopefully sipping champagne celebrating the success of the label!! In 10 years I see the label being known as the Australian jersey label worn worldwide with international stockists. I would have a team all working for Katie Perry allowing me to design and travel, my two loves in the world.

Bloggers and Street Stylists:

I think fashion bloggers are the new black and that they are here to stay. Its great to see an array of people that have a passion for fashion able to use their talents. I know I find inspiration from all types of blogs from Isaac Mizhrai to www.lostateminor.com

Katie Perry for this Winter:

The piece this winter is……..Positano top. Its all about the gorgeous cowl neckline with lots of draping.

I can't remember the last time I felt like I could sleep in what I would leave the house in - Katie's work looks like it would fit just that category.

Check out more of her work HERE.

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xx

Schuester, eat your heart out.

From left to right: Agent99 Nicole Bag - Kiki de Montparnasse Le Soleil Crochet-Lace Bra - Forever21 Large Floral Clips - Glassons Lady Double Button Jacket - Prism Rectangle-frame Acetate Glasses - Miu Miu Satin Platform Pumps - Burberry Pyramid Stud Ring - Forever21 Large Floral Clip - HTC Fishbone studded leather belt

I am, admittedly, feeling a bit crazy this evening - thus the super cluttered collage, weird combinations, and going to town with Forever21 flower hair clips :)

I have to say that I'm so in love with Miu Miu's block heels, especially in this nude colour. I'm also really liking the idea of clear nerd frames - new level of cool nerdom! Though some would argue otherwise for my part, anyway :D Really feeling the white blazer too - I know I know... I keep promising that the blazer hunt will solve itself some day. I tend to fail at these things though!

And yes! I realise my outfits posts haven't happen for about a week now - this needs to change (thank you for your sweet comments/emails reminding me :p). So I hereby promise that I will have one up by the beginning of next week at the absolute latest! Have lots of things to share :D

Speaking of which - WOW: almost 200 followers! And just under a week ago, I was thanking you all for the 150 :O You know I love you all!

One day till the weekend, my friends - hang in there.

P.S. did anyone get my intertextual post title reference :)

*love*

xx

Hannah Holman by Benny Horne: RUSSH#33.

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So we all need a regular dose of rebel - and I guess it was just as well that I haven't had one for far too long. Stopped by BORDERS this afternoon and picked up the just-out issue of RUSSH - if there is kick-ass in this world (and the movie doesn't count), this is it. All in this beautifully printed little publication of cheekbones and fierce eyes.

So in love with that last Purl Harbour knit, and I must say - Ms Hannah Holman is one bleach haired, sharp-faced talent.

Agreed?

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xx

Stylestalker.com: Sue-Ann.

I love being a long-time fan and then being able to hear more about the energy and hard work that goes into the pieces I lust after :)

And so, Stylestalker is possibly the furthest from an exception you can get - everything that comes into the spotlight is so fresh and playful, but real: and it's that real aspect I love so much!

Needless to say, I feel pretty lucky to have gotten this lovely insight into what goes on behind-the-scenes with Sue-Ann and the Stylestalker.com team:

1. To start with, what is Style Stalker’s approach to fashion and style?
Rach and I think fashion should be FUN! We love experimentation and playing with trends, wearing ridiculous outfits

2. In all the pieces you come up with, where does your design philosophy stand?
We don’t really have a philosophy Rach and I just throw ideas at each other and then we see what sticks. Sometimes we will vibe western cowboys and other times we love Japanese geisha. Depends on our mood.

3. What would you describe the vibe of Style Stalker as being?
Fun Fun Fun!

4. So I’ve seen how 2009 was a huge year for you guys in terms of growing and fashion forwardness – what do you imagine 2010 will be like?
We have grand plans in 2010 and we think it’s going to be HUGE. We’ve travelled to India and China on sourcing trips so we will be able to design and create even more crazy sexy garments.

5. Anything else special planned for 2010?
We are having a wack fashion week party with Tangent Mag, details are top secret!

6. I’m really interested to hear – what kind of work goes into designing and developing one piece for a collection?
Rach and I will do our research and get our inspiration. Then we lock ourselves in a room for a month and throw ideas at each other. We always design what we want to wear and we have to love each individual piece.

7. So where does Style Stalker look to for inspiration for all of your work?
From all over the place: internet, going out, our friends, art galleries, music, movies, history, the future.

8. Who’s your favourite style icon of the moment?
I still love the Olsens. Rachel has a soft spot for Carey Mulligan.

9. What’s the biggest style trend you see coming through this year?
The scuba/surf/sports trend. Wet wet wet.

10. What do you think of the new wave of bloggers and street stylists coming through?
We love them!! Bloggers are amazing and we love being part of this creative community.

11. And last of all, what’s a random question would you guys like to ask the next interviewee
McDonalds or KFC?

Thanks Sue-Ann!

I'm so glad I could share that with you guys - that and my favourite pieces from what is Stylestalkingly out and about at the moment (umm - solution to my year-long perfect-blazer-search :O). And are those shoes Dion Lee? I die - they are amazing.

Check out more of Stylestalker HERE.

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xx

Back Track.

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I thought I'd start the blogging week slightly differently this time round - I had, until the other day, forgotten that blogs are allowed to have birthdays too :) So I did a bit of archival digging up and found that, apparently, Shine By Three's birthday is on May 19 (8 days before my own birthday - which works out quite nicely). I guess, then, I should start counting down the days to my first blog birthday, huh?

Which leads me to this: I was reading my very first blog posts here (memory lane, much) and this photo comes from my third post ever. I was absolutely in love with it at the time, and nothing has changed - it has literally been sitting on my desktop for 10 months and I look at it every so often, wondering if I should a) get a fringe as amazing as that or b) get my act together and buy that amazing eyeshadow/find the exact eyeshadow used - the closest I've found is pretty close and it'd have to be 'Liberace' here.

It makes me happy :) - the simple things, people: the simple. things. (artistic things, of course)

Hope you've all had an excellent start to the week!

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xx

Per·fec·tion [per-fek-shuhn]: the highest degree of proficiency, skill, or excellence, as in some art.

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I know a lot of people are getting sick of the hype, but I thought it needed to be said once more. Alexander McQueen. Art. Style. Amazing. This shot is from MUSE Magazine #19 and has to be my absolute favourite of all the McQueen related eds that have been flying around at tfs. It just works - photo quality, asymmetry, makeup, dress.

Thought it would be nice to pick up our lazy Sundays :)

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xx

Darn knit all.

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Ever since I saw one of these amazing Dries Van Noten maxi sweaters being paraded around the streets of Jak&Jil, I've been contemplating whether or not I have the time to sit down with camel wool and mohair (because that's totally just sitting in my non-existent knitting basket) and magically make one. On the other hand, I've also be poking around for a sweater with a similar (slightly shorter?) cut and have, obviously, failed. Can anyone help me there? It looks so soft and comfy and so perfect for Winter.

Man I'm puntastic. :)

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xx

"The shortest distance between two points is under construction." ~ Noelie Alito.

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I'm currently sitting here, philosophising about the self and illusions and the mind, as you do. Needless to say, I'm feeling ridiculously uninspired by all this and don't particularly like that what I'm reading challenges my existence. :) See? I even speak differently when I'm reading Dennett or whatever.

SO here's some fun inspiration for you all to belatedly kickstart your weekend, because that's the way we rock, that's the way we roll, that's the we do it d-do it do it do it d-d-do it.

Strangest mood :)

Happy Saturday all!

Party hard :)

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