Dusty Petals

Monday, 3 February 2014

Floral Skirts

Hello lovely people! Wow! Melbourne has certainly been hit with a heatwave. I am a lover of summer but even I am eager for a cool change.

There's no better way to celebrate summer than by donning a floral skirts. Similarly to stripes, floral prints never seem to date, especially during the warmer months. In fact, I would almost classify a floral skirt as a staple piece that every girl should have in their wardrobe. Floral prints continue to be explored in autumn/winter 2014 collections however with more of a digital influence.

I have styled my floral skirt below with a 'crop top,' which is also a strong trend that is here to stay for autumn/winter 2014.

As always I have provided look collages to offer suggestions on how to style floral skirts as well as included some inspirational street style pics.

Eclectica 1980s Clip-On Earrings

BLUE AND WHITE PLACEMENT STRIPE CROP TOP

AERIN Matte Lipstick, Red Velvet 07

Kayu Dottie Straw Clutch

SUNO Abstract Floral Kanga Pleated Skirt

JO MERCER Reno Pump

Ann Taylor Metallic Clutch

TOPSHOP TEXTURED BUBBLE CREPE TEE

Bouquet Brilliance Earrings

MSGM Floral-brocade wrap skirt

Pour La Victoire Veronica Heeled Sandal

NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick - Fire Down Below

Theory Shirt

MARC BY MARC JACOBS Large Hammered Stud Earrings

ASOS Liquorish Rounded Cross Body Bag

Msgm Blue Satin Floral Print Duchesse Skirt

Burberry Snakeskin Sandals

Below are some of my floral skirt picks:

Have a great week!

Wednesday, 8 January 2014

Embellishment

Happy New Year lovely people!!!! I hope you all managed to have a lot of fun as well as some good old R&R during the festive season. I want to thank you for all of your support during 2013. I look forward to sharing my outfits with you in 2014 as well as continue to style suggested looks based around current trends or anything else that inspires me in fashion.

I'd like to share with you my love for embellished pieces. Designers have presented intricate, bold, spectacular, unconventional and luxurious embellished artwork down the runway including 3D lace, pearls, beading and floral appliques. I am inspired not only by the design but also the construction of these embellished pieces. It feels like you are wearing a piece of art.

The best way to introduce this trend into your style is to create a balance. I suggest starting with one embellished piece of clothing with another accessory. For example a heavily beaded jacket and a jewelled clutch could be a start. However, if you are a bit daring you can go all out and combine different forms of embellishment throughout your entire look and of course accessorise with confidence. Embellishment doesn't necessarily have to be extreme there are some subtle statement pieces which can be just as effective.

With some inspirational pictures below, I have styled some options on how to dress with embellished pieces. I hope they inspire you a little.

I wish you all a healthy, happy and prosperous new year!

MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS Chain-embellished jacket

J.Crew Embellished striped cotton-jersey top

So Chained Ring Set

REISS JANEY EMBOSSED POUCH BAG

Phase Eight Rhonda sequin skirt

NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD pointed toe pump

Haskell Gold-Tone Woven Frontal Necklace

Equipment Slim Signature Blouse in Blue

O'2nd Merci Detachable Collar Jacket

SPURR Lucy Heels

COLLECTION CAFÉ CAPRI IN EMBELLISHED FLORAL

Tulib bead-embellished woven cotton clutch

Helmut Lang Gala Knit Cropped Jacket

TOPSHOP Knitted Textured Crop Top

Gold Crystal White and Blue Leather Marissa Wrap Bracelet

Valorie Backgammon clutch

KENZO Lightning bolt knit skirt

EMBELLISHED LATTICE FRONT COURT SHOES

J. Crew Mixed Gems Bracelet

Chiffon-Yoke Frayed Ribbon Boucle Top

TOPSHOP "Nude" nail polish

Leale - New Nude Suede Heels

NAVY & BLACK CALF-HAIR PATCHWORKED NEW MINISKIRT

Ecote Beaded Mirror Clutch

Above images courtesy of Google Images

Thanks for reading!

Monday, 9 December 2013

DRESSING UP WITH JO MERCER

Hello lovely people! I was so excited to be invited to choose some heels from Jo Mercer's summer collection to style. I have been a loyal customer for many years now as I find their shoes not only incredibly comfortable but also durable, long lasting and of course fashionable. You will probably remember the Jo Mercer heels I wore during London Fashion Week.

I have styled the ERIN SANDAL and GAMBIA BOOTIE with casual summer looks. I wanted to show that these gorgeous heels don't have to be saved for a night on the town. In fact they are so comfortable that I have worn them during the day and easily transitioned them into the night.

At the bottom of this post I have style some looks featuring Jo Mercer heels and bags to help give you some summer style inspiration.

I encourage you to check out Jo Mercer's online store. There is currently an end of season sale with 50% off. Also visit their Facebook page for your chance to win the Gambia Bootie's I'm wearing below as well as other giveaways. Enter Here

Thanks so much Jo Mercer and your wonderful team!