Weekly Wish List: Mexicano



Scorpio Rising mini dress

So when most people hear Mexican they think, sombreros. But I'm talking about the Aztec style print side of it. It may not go with the current colour blocking trend but it still cool. I found this dress from Minkpink (the one on the right!). It works the trend without out going crazy over the top. I like how the style of the dress is simple to keep the focus on the awesomeness of the print. Though whilst looking for this dress I found some pajama pants in the same print and now I can't decide between the two! because of course this is only a wish list, I never actually got some pajama pants (though my sister did).

Scorpio Rising Plazzo pants

Because I can't ever make a decision, Which do you prefer?

A Day at the Beach

I didn't originally plan to post photos of this outfit but when looking at them the other day I decided I would. Mainly for the jacket. I bought this jacket because I liked the idea of a denim jacket but knew I couldn't pull one off. So this is my alternative. You can't really see it in this picture but it kind of has a denimy look but with a lighter colour and material. The style is also a lot different from a denim jacket. OK so may be, it's not as similar as I thought but I think it works. These pants are also pretty deceiving. Do they look like harem cargo's? Well yes they do look like harem cargo's but in fact they are good old Target trackies and I love them. And I can't forget my beautiful dog, Daisy-Mae...

Like an Egyptian



Sass and Bide Spring 2011



I've been researching Ancient Egyptian fashion for school lately, so I am guessing that has something to do with my attraction to metal collar necklaces. The whole idea of this trend is to wear one with a plain outfit to brighten it up but looking at the picture from Sass and Bide's recent collection it doesn't look so bad with a busy outfit. The key thing to remember though when wearing a collar necklace it is either the outfit or the necklace that has to be simple, not both or you could be in trouble.I don't know how it would look in real life but it looks great on the runway so may be there's hope...

What do you think? (have I been researching Ancient Egypt too much...)

Weekly Wish List: White Cut-Offs

Tie Waist Chino Pant

I know white again. But I swear it will be (one of) the last! You'll thank me when you want to swap your colours for all white (I hope)! I don't know how well I would be able to pull these off but I like the idea of them. They would be a great piece to take me from spring into summer and lucky for me I found a perfect pair hanging in Country Road. But for some reason I have a habit of picking extremely expensive clothes for my wish list and never get them. So yes, this is another of those to add to the list for $100. There is only one problem with these, they're all white so of course they love showing what ever you have just been sitting on...

The Other Olsen

We've all heard of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen but have you heard of their sister Elizabeth? Taking after her older sisters, Elizabeth is a true fashionista. I absolutely love her dress she wore to the recent Cannes Film Festival (top picture). It's simple yet very elegant and the shoes suit it very well. I didn't think it was possible to wear your hair out with a high collared top until I saw this picture. I love it so much that I am contemplating stealing the idea from her for my formal. In the bottom picture, I love the hint of colour used in her skirt and necklace. The rest of the outfit is kept simple to make the colour stand out. She is definitely one to watch. Look Mary-Kate and Ashley, Elizabeth's taking over, and quickly.

Season Must Have

What do you think of my new jumpsuit? Well, I'm not going to lie it's definitely not something I would probably ever think of wearing and I may even think of adding it to my never ever EVER wear list but for today just play along... It's the new season must have. The silver stripes, seriously amazing and the company name on the back, to die for. Lucky it has elastic around the waist. Defines it a little better.
If you haven't already picked up, I am being sarcastic and possibly (most likely) going insane. To be honest, I don't even know if I should be wearing it as it came from a man who had nude Sundays...

Don't try this at home... The jumpsuit or the nude Sundays.

Weekly Wish List: All White

This had probably been my most wanted item. I love the simplicity of it yet it's still fashionable with the pleated skirt and come summer time all white will be pretty fashionable too. It's so great that you could dress it up with fancy pants shoes or wear it with your favorite flats for a more laid back look. I found it when flipping through one of my many magazines. It's by a brand called May and if you are willing to pay $179 for it, well lucky you and it's called Kershaw Dress. After the model I'm guessing. Unlike all my other wish list items, I really am hoping to get this one. Hopefully.  



Not to be worn, ever.

Besides leggings as pants, platform sneakers are something that should never be worn. EVER never never EVER. I hope you have realised this but just looking at the picture and are rolling your eyes at how obvious it is. But to some it isn't, clearly if they are still being made. Now I won't embarrass the brand that these shoes come from because I can't stop cringing at how bad they are and I'm sure soon enough they will catch up to the rest of us and cringe too. But what I will say is, don't buy a pair of platform sneakers ever even if they do make you taller. If you already have a pair, throw them out right now! Yes now, your excused. And while you're at it, grab your jeggings and throw them out too.

Sunday Brunch

Eryn Brinié top, h&m pants and belt, Jonak shoes.

I kind of used up my weekly wish list yesterday by saying I wanted a stripey patchwork bag. So instead I've decided to post some outfit photos from today's brunch. I love these pants, I wear them a lot! And I always team them with a belt. Because the rest of my outfit was a little simple I decided to wear a pair of flats in a different sort of unusual colour. I really like the style of my top. It follows the big shoulder trend with it's own twist. If I had one I would team this outfit with a cropped black pea coat. I guess that could be my item of want for the week...

Patchwork Stripes

I am a stripeaholic. Yes, a stripeaholic. I know it's not a real word but the only way to describe this band of people is that they are, stripeaholics. If you opened my cupboard nearly every second piece of clothing is stripy. Every time I go to the shops I hold up a stripey piece of clothing subconsciously saying how much I like it. Most of my outfits include stripes*. Yes, these are symptoms of a stripeaholic. I don't know what attracts me to it but I am guessing mainly because it reminds of France because they are associated with the French. So of course I am up to the idea of adding more to my wardrobe! This time though I am going for something a little different. Stripes in the form of patchwork. I don't think it would look so great as a top or something but I am loving the idea of patch work stripe clutches or even woven clutches for that matter.
 

Sportsgirl Claudia Patchwork Bag

 This is one of my favorite from Sportsgirl and I am hoping to purchase it sometime soon...!

ASOS Swede Oversized Clutch

 Any thoughts?

* Might be a slight exaggeration, may be.

I Spy, Something starting with K...

Floral prints didn't stick around for winter(who blames them)... Instead we got their lovely cousin, oriental style print. It's still floral but different. I love this print especially on a kimono. I know you think I have really lost the plot by now but kimonos are really cool! My favorite is one from Topshop and their teenage cancer trust campaign. So if you buy one of these you won't feel guilty because really it's for a good cause!


Topshop Sheer Floral Print Kimono



ASOS Fan Floral Print Kimono

I definitely prefer sheer kimonos for a more modern look as oppose to silk ones. If you get a sheer one you can also wear it over swimmers and you won't be worried about ruining the silk the whole time!

So what do you think? Will this floral cousin last long?