Dusty Petals: July 2013

Wednesday, 24 July 2013

Turtleneck

Hello lovely people! Today I wanted to share my obsession for turtleneck sweaters. They resurface every winter and immediately create an elegant and sophisticated dimension to my looks. I particularly love to style turtleneck sweaters with a 70's feel by teaming them with a mini skirt and maxi collar winter coat. I often refer back to Mary Tyler Moore when I think of the perfect 70's turtleneck ensemble. I adore the fashion on her show! I encourage you all to invest in a classic turtleneck sweater to add to your winter wardrobe. Team it with either a wide leg trouser, leather mini skirt, pencil line skirt or even a full silk skirt and then of course layer with your winter coat and you'll make a statement.

I've styled some turtleneck inspired looks for you below. The last look is available from Highpoint Shopping Centre. I have also shared some vintage and current images to help inspire you to take on this trend.

Mango Maxi Collar Coat $230.00

STEFFEN SCHRAUT Short Sleeve Knit Turtleneck In Cream $195.00

Monki Mave Clutch $36.00

DKNY Color-block stretch-cotton pencil skirt $250.62

Free People Jeffrey Campbell Pristine Heel $76.00

ZARA DOUBLE BREASTED JACKET WITH ZIPS $89.90

STELLA & MINX Graphic Pattern Polo Top $180.00

Shameless Jewelry Enamel and Gold Peacock Ring $90.00

Sundae Sky Neon Clutch $11.00

EMMA COOK Pop printed stretch-jersey mini skirt $245.00

Fergie Protest - Green Patent $76.00

GORMAN cocoon coat $249.50

SPORTSCRAFT Nancy Merino Turtleneck $119.95

MIMCO HAVE HEART NECK $229.00

ZARA GLITTER SLIPPER $29.99USD

Sass & Bide The Wind Blows Wide Leg Pant $380.00

FOREVER NEW DELILAH DAY BAG $59.99

Above Inspirational photos courtesy of Google Images

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Tuesday, 16 July 2013

DOUBLE TROUBLE

Hi everyone! I don't know about you, but if I love the style of a piece and it comes in an alternative colour or print, I'm more than happy to buy that as well. I don't see it as doubling up as it lends itself to diversity and can transition from casual to a more formal dress code.

A perfect example of this is in my looks below. I fell in love with these printed tops and couldn't decide between black and white, so I invested in both. I think the decision was difficult because I could imagine how each could be styled in a unique way leaving the options endless.

I have put together some looks below using the same products in different fabric/colours and styled them for your reference. All products in the final look are available at Highpoint Shopping Centre.

Happy shopping!

Also, I have chopped my hair and gone a shade darker. Thanks to my beautiful hairdresser Tas for my new do! Check out his amazing work here: byANASTASIOS

LEFT LOOK

SPORTSCRAFT ROSALINE CABLE KNIT $69.00

FRANKIE YELLOW FLORAL SHIRT $36.00

Marc by Marc Jacobs Jelly Mouse Flats $105.00

TOPSHOP Large Edge Paint Satchel $57.00

EGGS PLEATED SKIRT $295.00

RIGHT LOOK

Forever New Angie boyfriend blazer $130.00

FRANKIE BLACK FLORAL SHIRT $36.00

ALLSAINS Petrel Ashby Jeans $175.00

TOPSHOP Perforated Clutch $30.00

Zara Combination Track Ankle Boot $110.00

LEFT LOOK

STEFFEN SCHRAUT Black/Blue Broadway Jacquard Knit Coat $300.00

SRETCHY LACE DRESS-WHITE $58.00

ROSSANA FANI 'Isabella' beaded collar necklace $190.00

Sole Society Blakeley colorblock pump $72.00

Fashion Fan Club Clutch $50.00

RIGHT LOOK

Lovely bird lake como with braided feather $135.00

SRETCHY LACE DRESS -BLACK 58.00

Jacqueline Hand Made Necklace $58.55

Michael Kors Croc-effect leather sandals $345.00

Warehouse Tooled Cross Body Leather Bag $92.00

LEFT LOOK

SEED LONGLINE SWING CARDIGAN $149.95

ZARA WIDE STRIPE SWEATER $14.99

SEED 2 TONE SATCHEL $59.95

WITCHERY HIGH LOW PONTE MINI $89.95

NINE WEST KENIE HEEL $159.95

RIGHT LOOK

LOVISA ORANGE OMBRE CHAIN LINK LAYERED NECKLACE $19.99

WIDE STRIPE SWEATER $14.99

GUERNICA BOX CLUTCH $229.00

TONY BIANCO KASANDRA SKIN CAPRETTO $199.95

Ripped Detail Jean $59.99

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Tuesday, 9 July 2013

Inspired By Japanese Street Style

Hi everyone! I wanted to share with you one of my favourite sources of inspiration; Japanese street style. To some, it might seem a little whacky but to me it shows innovation, joy, creativity and imagination. The style displayed on the streets of Tokyo demonstrates fearless self expression. It shows that they're not afraid of holding onto their youth through their style and embracing who they are. Fashion trends in Japan seem to be set by the wearer which to me is so exciting.

On the top of my bucket list sits a trip to Japan to experience first hand the fashion scene on the streets. Harajuku is an area of Tokyo which was once a fashion destination for teenagers to parade confidently in their self expressed, on trend attire. Author and photographer Shoichi Aoki documents through photographs in his book 'Fresh Fruits' the quirky fashion scene in Harajuku. When questioning the fashionistas & fashionmistas he photographed on what they were wearing he was surprised to hear that they were not wearing the original brand items. In most cases they had customised and modified the original cut and look of the designer label to suit their desire. It was this that inspired him to put together his this book to share the emerging trends of Japanese fashion. I have Aoki's book Fresh Fruits and often look to it for inspiraiton and to remind myself to stay true to my style and dress for myself, my pleasure and not for anyone else.

I felt inspired to put together the colourful and quirky look below. I know it won't be everyones cup of tea but to me, it makes me feel happy and vivacious. I have sourced some fun Japanese products for you below from popular Japanese labels. I encourage you to click on the links and navigate through their websites and experience these brands.