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3.6.15

denim domination

I like denim, you like denim, we all like denim! Not only is it a staple in the average woman's wardrobe, but the right wash just seems to go with everything we own and ensures we're always looking effortlessly cool. There's no denying its an essential and with the 70's revival trend now in full force its pretty obvious that denim is going to contribute to one of the biggest trends of the season, but not in the way we all would of thought!

Say goodbye to your skinnies. That's the first step of this transition. Yes I know, we all thought our skinny leg jeans would get us through the winter for decades but unfortunately (in the fashion realm) that ship has sailed. Its time for us to break out of our skinny jean habit and experiment with more exhilarating shapes and cuts by saying hello to the return of the mom jean and the boot-scootin flare. The mom jean provides a more relaxed fit and casual aspect to the denim domination trend whilst the flared jean will satisfy the needs of those of you looking for something more daring and definitive of the over-powering 70's trend.

If pants aren't your thing, try out a denim skirt. Mini, midi or maxi, its completely up to you but its definitely a trend you need to sink your teeth (or legs) into this winter. A-line cut is key, flattering a large number of body shapes and emphasising the desired hourglass aesthetic its the perfect piece to get you through the seasons and compliment your shape all year round.

Finally, for all you modern-day muses of the 70's trend, its time to invest in a denim one-piece. A denim pinafore or pair of overalls is the way to go and if you're looking to grab this trend by the horns one of these pieces (if not both) are a necessity! Both options scream modernity and vintage cool. Obnoxious denim overalls will catapult you to a new fashion status with the latest take on the jumpsuit oozing street cred and modern style. While the button-down pinafore satisfies the needs of those fashion-forward, trend breaking souls. Its bold and its daring, but if you're comfortable with your body and love being on show then you have nothing to hide! Rock this 70's vibe and reach for those ultimate fashion goals.

Jeans, one-pieces and skirts you name it, the 70's trend captures it all. Believe it or not double denim is even now socially acceptable in the everyday world. So to get you inspired and excited to go out and purchase your new must-have denim items I've compiled a collection of my favourite denim street-style hits.

Enjoy and say hello again to 70's denim.

26.5.15

Lonely Lingerie

Confidence, sex appeal, love. What is lingerie to you?
A sexy woman who is naturally self-assured and loves prancing around in revealing get-ups for her long time lover? Or an insecure woman? A shy soul who is dying to chuck back on her largest, baggiest oversized tee. Under garments (especially sexy under garments) are a personal topic for us women. We all long to be that confident female and tell ourselves that one day we will have the body of a Victoria's Secret Model, but if we're honest, thats probably (definitely) never gonna happen. So taking a realistic approach, isn't it better for us to learn to love ourselves and find pieces that MAKE us feel sexy, are comfortable to wear and accentuate our natural, feminine shape?

Well rising New Zealand based label "Lonely Lingerie" is doing just this. Creating sexy, vintage inspired pieces for woman of all shapes and sizes around the world.

Created in 2009 by Helene Morris and Steve Ferguson, Lonely Lingerie is inspired by vintage corsetry and underwear and designed to showcased the beauty and femininity of the female form. Delicate lace and mesh is used in their collections, giving a subtle nod to their main inspiration with the incorporation of sultry cutouts, detailed straps and subtle but sexy colour palettes giving their designs a modern edge. They're blurring the line between fashion and underwear with long line bras (that can be worn as crops), high-waisted briefs and bodysuits that bring together their breathtaking collections.

Their pieces make you feel good about your body with flattering aesthetics and designs. High-waisted briefs will allow those conscious of their stomach to hide their biggest insecurity whilst their wide selection of cup sizes (from A-E) give almost any woman the opportunity to treat themselves to a Lonely Lingerie piece. They're also huge advocates for embracing the female form and the varying shapes and sizes of everyday women, which they showcase incredibly through their visual diary The Lonely Girls Project. Born in 2012 the project aims to capture edgy images of Lonely Lingerie's own customers from all around the world and rather than solely capturing their products, the project focuses on telling a story (in one photo) of who these women are, their lifestyle, personality and culture, all whilst showcasing the variety of woman who advocate their designs. The Lonely Girls Project has provided an inspirational platform to showcase real women and empower the physically, culturally and geographically diverse females of today.

Thanks to their innovative designs, captivating projects and the rising popularity of alternate culture, Lonely Lingerie has fast become an iconic label of the modern day and is taking over the world one dreamer at a time. So gals, be proud of your body, be proud of your flaws and love yourself.

Don't be Lonely anymore.

For more information of to find a stockist near you head to
www.lonelylabel.com

24.2.15

designer profile: casper & pearl

When asked to write about one of my favourite Australian brands or designers I'm not drawn to the household names of Alex Perry or Colette Dinnigan who are known to every woman and her purse around the world. I rather, find a connection with a brand that shows character, quirkiness, passion and displays traits that I can relate to on both a personal and professional level.

Besides that, I also love supporting more underground, smaller businesses who are ultra creative and are always striving for success while still being 100% themselves.

This is exactly how I came across Casper & Pearl.

A brand created by "self-taught designer Stacey Hendrickson" in 2011 when she was just 18 years old, Casper and Pearl is a quirky, vibrant and innovative label that isn't afraid to push the boundaries of fashion and create designs that will have every girl standing out from the crowd.

"Metaphors and hidden meanings are encapsulated to create archive pieces of art and expression; worth collecting and cherishing forever"

I honestly couldn't tell you when I first came across Casper & Pearl, but I do know that I first fell in love with them through their instagram account and largely due to their love for cacti and the mexican culture (which we have in common) that was a key inspiration for their 'Hola Lola' collection. Other aspects of their brand that caught my eye were their super creative and inspirational prints and images that are vibrant and exude passion and adventure. They create for me, an image of someone who is not afraid to be bold, confident, self expressive and a strong, independent woman who wants to explore the world and treasure her experiences forever.

"In each of Casper & Pearl's collections you will find more than just quirky and creative clothing, you'll find a concept and a story that is told through shapes, fabrications and exclusive prints".

In their short life as a business Casper & Pearl have achieved major success. Their product has been featured in a number of Australian magazines including the covers of Cosmopolitan and Dolly, they have showcased at Sydney Fashion Weekend and their pieces have been seen reguarly on Bambi Northwood-Blyth and Big Brother star Aisha Mckinnon.

They have also found success on a worldwide scale, being published in a number of international publications including Attitude Magazine and have their product stocked in a number of well know, high-profile retail businesses around the world including Urban Outfitters and Revolve Clothing. They also stock in a number of boutiques throughout Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US.

Tomorrow night they launch their newest collection 'Abracadabra' in Adelaide, Australia. As soon as I saw the first sneak peak for this collection I wanted to buy myself a ticket and go but unfortunately Adelaide is quite a distance from Sydney and an expensive trip to take by yourself. That being said I can't wait to see the photos and the collection in full that (from sneak peaks) we already know includes an incredibly awesome floral print and a red and white checked print. I know it will be a great night and another huge success for the brand.

It's businesses and inspiring woman like these that truly empower me and motivate me to keep dreaming big, staying quirky and pushing for success.

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instagram.com/casperandpearl www.casperandpearl.com facebook.com/casperandpearl
(all images sourced from Casper&Pearl sites)

10.2.15

grammys

www.billboard.com

Yesterday the 57th Annual Grammy Awards took place.

Music's night of nights bought together the industry's hottest stars from past and present under one roof to celebrate the year's amazing musical productions and recognize the extraordinary accomplishments that were made.

As per any awards show, the media's eye was solely on the stars, paying particular attention to who they were with and what they were wearing. Unfortunately this year I was rather disappointed with the fashion that was displayed on the infamous Grammy's red carpet, although it certainly delivered what it is known for - boobs, blinding metallic gowns, raunchy cut-outs and a tonne of fashion controversy.

This year's hot trends of the night consisted of monochrome and metallic colour schemes, suggestive cutouts, embellished gowns and lace detailing. We saw celebs including Miley Cyrus (surprisingly modest), Beyonce and Katy Perry pull of these styles to perfection with grace and elegance while other stars along the lines of Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga and Madonna dropped the ball and left us all (or at least me) with our jaws flat on the floor.

My favourite looks of the night however were a surprising bunch consisting of Taylor Swift, Chrissy Teigen and Jessie J. They all arrived in absolutely breathtaking gowns that screamed class while still presenting a strong sense of edge and style.

Taylor Swift went against the trends in an absolutely stunning Elie Saab aqua gown which she subtly contrasted with bright purple heels while Jessie J rocked an amazing black embellished piece from Ralph and Russo. My ultimate favourite, Chrissy Teigen opted for an amazing white number from Emilio Pucci keeping with the monochrome and cutout trends of the night that continued her amazing run of great fashion she has displayed throughout the awards season so far. She was also on my best dressed list from the Golden Globes and I'm am absolutely loving witnessing more of her style on the red-carpet scene.

Despite feeling a little let down from the fashion delivered on the night the awards show itself was an incredible evening celebrating the music industry and showed the love and respect they all have for each other. I'd like to personally congratulate (not that they'll ever see this) Sam Smith and Beyonce who took out a large portion of the awards presented on the night. Unfortunately no Aussies received a trophy of gold this year but our music has definitely been taking over America in the past 12 months and I'm sure we will pick some up next time around.

I can't wait to see what the music industry and it's creative minds have to offer this year and to discover new tunes that could potentially become musical icons of the future.

BEST DRESSED

Taylor Swift, Chrissy Teigen and Jessie J