Feline.

Factorie x Australia's Next Top Model Leopard Turban Headband - Prooptical Lillian Eyeglasses - Somedays Lovin' Printed Top - Somedays Lovin' Shorts

I never did hop on the animal print train when it stormed the world, but when this pretty top landed on my doorstep, I couldn't resist doing a cat mix. These cat-eyes were an inevitable supporting act.

My brother pointed out that he hadn't seen me wear denim shorts since late last year, but to be fair, ridiculously warm weather definitely calls for a resurfacing -

Sorry about the short post! Law ball yesterevening was a ridiculously exhausting affair in the best possible incarnation. I'll definitely have photos up very soon!

*love*

xx

Bright and búl.

búl Button Maxi Dress - Dutzi Bag - Market HQ Cross Ring - Factorie x Australia's Next Top Model Filigree Ring - Polli Bear Necklace

I don't think any word or photo is ever going to express how happy it makes me that Summer is well and truly on the way. So what if the breeze gives me goosebumps from time to time? I'm going to carry on dressing like it's December and the weather will eventually catch up with me.

Given the brilliant quantity of sun today, I could hardly resist the brightly draped comfort of this búl dress. Because of the lighting, I'm not sure that these photos quite express the full impact of the dress' burnt orange, but be sure to keep an eye on their website for the full collection to pop up - I had the pleasure of rifling through a rack of them on Friday afternoon when visiting the ladies of Trish Nicol Ageny and I have to say, the pieces are very much the epitome of dreamy Summer dressing.

I really do use this bag a lot more than would be evident on the blog - it's the perfect size for pretty much everything, and the leather and stitching are far too perfect to stay inside. It's definitely one for the warmer weather though, so expect to see much more of it!

I know I tweeted so this morning, but I'll say it again: this necklace is the most adorable piece of jewellery I have ever had the pleasure of owning.

How have all our weekends been? Mine, unfortunately, hasn't been terribly productive - I have managed to catch up on some sleep, though, and gone on several wonderfully long runs in preparation for Blackmore's Sydney Running Festival (more on that later).

I also discovered that I'm moderately gluten intolerant (which would explain why I feel a bit ill after my daily sandwich) and so spent the most part of last night planning ridiculous salads for the rest of the week.

P.S. Don't forget that you have less than a week to be in the running for winning a $275 Sgt Sookie Wardrobe! Right HERE.

*love*

xx

Two-timer.

MINKPINK Backstabber Blouse from Market HQ - Factorie x Australia's Next Top Model Lace Crop Top

Some mid-week black and white in the most comfortable chair in my house - it does a brilliant job of providing consolation for my lack of hours in the day.

Yes I'm struggling.

Having said that, I did find so much entertainment in my discovery that billowy sheer on billowy sheer actually works a pseudo-ghostly treat. The lace trim is just another intriguing dimension on top of that. I'll have to show you the back of this blouse when the weather gets a little less sporadic!

I haven't been doing too much for Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival this week (ball-and-chain to the Law Library, I tell you!), but I'm so excited to be going to the RAFW wrap-up show tomorrow night. So if you're at the 8:30pm show or just happen to be around Sydney Town Hall then, be sure to come and say hi!

*love*

xx

Canned Heat.

Factorie for Australia's Next Top Model Tan Crop Jacket - Penny Anne Lace Slip over BONDS Singlet - ModCloth.com Portable Pocket Belt - Mister Zimi Maxi skirt - Bardot Boots - Just Gorgeous Gifts Melko Rose Leather Cuff


Margaret not in heels? What is this! To be fair I actually wear these Bardot boots so much more than has been evident - they have a wonderful wraparound strap and buttery soft leather that molds itself to your mood. Not lying.

The minute I pulled this Factorie x ANTM blazer out of the box, all I could think of was Woodstock, so hopefully that came through in this little ensemble. I'm very much a fan of the tan-navy colour combination. Almost as much as tan-burgundy, tan-turquoise and tan-red... Needless to say, this blazer is set to be worn to death for its colour as well as its surprising roominess and lightweight softness.







P.S. so glad you all liked my Castañer x The Fable Collective behind the scenes video! Judging by the emails, I'll have to do videos more often?

P.P.S. Another giveaway happening very soon :) bum-ba-dum-bum-dum

P.P.P.S. While we're at the postscripts, how about heading over to the Shine By Three Facebook Page :)

*love*

xx

On top.

Mrs Press Coat - Evil Twin Bad Moon Rising Shirt - Factorie for Australia's Next Top Model Leather Look Pants - Therapy Shoes Tower Pumps

While this wonder of a coat is from Clare Press' equally wonderful Spring/Summer 2011/12 collection, I'm going to be honest and say that I really wasn't feeling Spring today - Sydney had it coming (it had been sunny for far too long!). So, I thought the next best thing would be to floralise a little with this fantastic piece of Evil Twin work. The khaki and nude is something I haven't tried before, and now that I've said that, it will be all you see for the next two weeks. Such are the workings of my mind :)

To juxtapose that again: these Emmanuelle-Alt-esque seamed leather pants from Factorie's collaboration with Australia's Next Top Model. I'm very excited to be sharing some of the pieces from  the collection with you - the degree of wearability (or model basics, I suppose you'd call them) is definitely alive and breathing.

I'm telling you now I will never get sick of these Therapy Shoes.

Ever.

Less than an hour left to enter the Style Yourself giveaway! Get to it :)

*love*

xx

Beyond the top.

Another media network. Really? Now into Cycle 13 premiering tomorrow, she wants a new TyraMail.

Lies. She HAS a new TyraMail. :) Good on the green-eyed fierce for taking over the world.

*love*

xx

Effortless beauty.

Who remembers Elina.

Baby Face.