Black and Brown Polka Dots, Pink Pencil Skirt, Chloe Marcie Bag, Wittner Heels

Here's what I wore to work today:

Sunnies: Dior oversized sunglasses in black
Necklace: Chanel necklace from Reebonz
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge bracelet in black and white and Oscar's Law bracelet
Top: Gifted, Next brown polka dot and lace top
Skirt: Cotton On 'Mica' mesh spot skirt in dusty pink
Shoes: Wittner Mimi heels in mushroom
Bag: Chloe Marcie hobo bag in Nut

Close up of accessories and bag:

Was a bit bright taking photos today! Next time I must remember to wear my sunnies!

My order from last week's $10 Cotton On sale arrived at lunch time today.

It caused a bit of a fuss in the office with people wanting to see what I'd got and a few ladies even went to Cotton On at lunch time to make some sale purchases! They bought some great pieces, and the closest store to the office is really tiny so I think if you went to a store you'd find a lot of great items still on sale. Can't wait to wear my metallic lace skirt, maybe when the weather warms up a little.

Not a bad way to start October and "buy nothing new" month, with a bunch of new clothes to stop me feeling the urge to buy more :)


The top was last worn here, skirt here, heels here and bag here.

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Zara Jacket, Valleygirl Ruffle Detail Dress, Chloe Marcie, Reebonz Umbrella

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Zara frayed basket weave cardigan in blue
Dress: Valleygirl ruffle top navy and black dress
Shoes: New Look metallic flats 
Bag: Chloe Marcie hobo bag in Nut
Umbrella: C/O Reebonz

Close up of accessories and bag:

Necklace: House of Harlow gold mini key pendant necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet


It was raining a bit this morning so I had the chance to use my new Reebonz umbrella. I got it as a gift with my last online purchase.

Not sure about the gold shoes with this outfit though, what do you think? They seemed like a good idea last night but wished I'd worn black shoes today.

The jacket was last worn here, dress here, shoes here and bag here.

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Star Print Jersey Dress, Leather Jacket, Asos Ankle Boots, Chloe Marcie, Tartan Scarf

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket (similar here)
Scarf: Gifted Burberry cashmere tartan scarf from a friend (similar here)
Dress: French Connection star dancing jersey dress in red rust/almond (similar here)
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bag: Chloe Marcie hobo bag in Nut from Reebonz Brisbane Sale

Close up of accessories:

Necklace: Chanel necklace from Reebonz (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual plus Hermes Kelly Double tour bracelet in rubis (similar here)


Today's outfit was completely inspired by Joelyne from The Sydney Girl. She posted a very similar outfit yesterday. I was inspired to wear my little red dress, jacket and boots today after seeing her post. I kept nice and cosy with the scarf too :) Even took a street style photo just like June from Stylish With a Budget, lots of inspiration today!


The jacket was last worn here, scarf here, dress here, boots here and bag here.

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Leona Edmiston Print Dress, Chloe Marcie, Tartan Scarf, Marc By Marc Jacobs Flats

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Temt Black trench coat (similar here)
Scarf: Gifted Burberry cashmere tartan scarf from a friend (similar here)
Dress: Leona Edmiston Renee disc print dress (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Chloe Marcie hobo bag in Nut from Reebonz Brisbane Sale

Close up of accessories and bag:

Necklace: Chanel necklace from Reebonz (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual 

Looking deathly pale in the photo, a little over exposed! Not too sure about these shoes with the dress today - what do you think? I think maybe black or red shoes would have gone better.


The jacket was last worn here, scarf here, dress here, shoes here and bag here.

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Burgundy Pants, Grey and White Stripe Tee, Leather Jacket, Studded Mouse Flats

Here's what I wore to have lunch with DH's family and take Cooper to the dog park, as well as attend Church Online today:

Sunnies: the usual
Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket (similar here)
Tee: Thrifted Chicabooti grey and white striped tee from AWLQ jumble sale (similar here)
Pants: JeansWest Fiona Skinny Leg pant in Shiraz (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs studded mouse flats in grey
Bag: Chloe paddington cross body clutch (similar here)


Close up of accessories:

Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelets: the usual 


Sorry for the overly washed out photos! It was very sunny when we went to the dog park, although cold and windy too. Cooper was wearing his little knitted hoodie DH's parents gave him, so he could keep warm with his new short hair cut. By the time we went to take the second photo he has lost interest in staring at the camera though and gazed off into the distance instead, hehe! He is such a cute photo subject though, even when he's not cooperating with the camera. ;)


I last wore the jacket here, pants here, shoes here and bag here. This is the first time I've worn the top.

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Leather Jacket, Leopard Print Scarf, Polo Shirt, Black Skinnies, Chloe Paddington

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket (similar here)
Scarf: Asos crinkle oversized leopard print scarf (similar here on sale)
Top: Gifted white logo polo shirt from my work
Jeans: Jay Jays black skinny jeans (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs patent mouse flats (similar here)
Bag: Chloe 2005 Grenat Paddington Bag (I'm selling this exact bag here)


Close up of accessories:

Necklace: Chanel necklace from Reebonz (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual  plus Indigo Rose Design labradorite bracelets 

No picture without my jacket today. The polo shirt I'm wearing has a big logo I didn't want to share. We were given this shirt while on a project at work and as we had an event this afternoon to celebrate it's success I thought I'd wear it today. Added some colour with my red Chloe paddington bag - and it was also a nice touch of maroon to celebrate the state of origin win last night.


The jacket was last worn here, scarf here, and shoes here. This is the first time I've worn these jeans, polo shirt and bag on the blog.

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Leather Jacket, Sass and Bide Tank, Jeans, Chloe Ethel Bag

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design  Swarovski crystal bracelet and Asos spike bracelets in Rhodium and Gunmetal.
Top: Sass and Bide "Selfish One" tank with silver embellishment (New Purchase from Sass and Bide sale)
Jeans: Sass and Bide "Frayed Misfits" (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs patent mouse flats (similar here)
Bag: Chloe Ethel in sweet pink (similar here)


Close up of accessories and the embellishment on the tank:

These are not the best photos to show off this lovely oversized tank, but they are definitely the funniest. Cooper kept coming over to see what I was up to, had to include him in the blog post! He's sitting on my lap right now as I type...

This outfit is very similar to the one I wore last Friday! I last wore the jacket, jeans and shoes here, bag here, and this is the first time I've worn the top.

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Burgundy Pants, Sass and Bide Singlet, Asos Sandals, Chloe Bag

Here's what I wore today to spend the day with my sister and Cooper:

Singlet: Sass and Bide "For Easy Reference" tank (similar here)
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus gifted wooden bead bracelet, leather bracelets from Eumundi Markets and Indigo Rose Design labradorite bracelets
Pants: JeansWest Fiona Skinny Leg pant in Shiraz
Shoes: Asos 'flossy' flat sandals in tan
Bag: Chloe paddington cross body clutch (similar here)

My sister kindly took these outfit pics as we walked Cooper together. I'm wearing maroon (or burgundy, very similar!) to support my state for the State of Origin match tonight ;) I don't watch the footy but most people wear a bit of maroon to support the Reds.

Closeup of accessories:

Shopbop.com are currently having a "big event" sale, and I'm very tempted by these shoes. I've been eyeing them for a while and now seems like a good time to buy.... Although I am trying to reduce the amount of shopping I do, the sale is making it difficult! haha!

I haven't bought anything yet. Have you grabbed something at Shopbop with the discount code "BIGEVENT"?

Orange Pants, Animal Print Singlet, Sandals, Chloe Bag

Here's what I wore today to spend some time at home and go exploring again with Cooper:

Top: Jeanswest animal print racer back singlet (similar here, last worn here)
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus a couple of gifted jade ones, gifted faux pearl one, and Indigo Rose Design labradorite bracelets
Pants: Burnt Ochre orange jeans from Vero Moda at Asos (similar here)
Shoes: Asos 'flossy' flat sandals in tan
Bag: Chloe paddington cross body clutch (similar here)

Closeup of accessories:

I took my camera along on my walk again but unfortunately I forgot to check how much battery it had left, so it died halfway through the walk. I did manage to get this photo of Cooper taking a rest in a shady spot though.

He's so cute :)
I've charged up my camera so hopefully I will be able to take some more scenic outfit pictures tomorrow.

Sass and Bide Jeans and Tee, Chloe Paddington Cross Body Bag

Here's what I wore today to spend some time with DH and Cooper:

Top: Sass and Bide New Day rising tee in orange leopard print (similar here)
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelet: Indigo Rose Design black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet
Jeans: Sass and Bide "Frayed Misfits" (similar here)
Shoes: Asos flirt leather sandals
Bag: Chloe paddington cross body clutch (similar here)


Closeup of accessories:

DH and I went for a long walk today with Cooper, it was lovely. Was nice to enjoy the warm weather and sunshine for a while. Hope you had a lovely Sunday as well :)

Asos Pink Satin Singlet, Sass & Bide Jeans, Chloe Paddington Bag

Friday and the start of a long weekend :)

Here's what I wore today:

Blazer: no brand, purchased on ebay (see similar)
Top: Asos satin singlet in pink (New Purchase)
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design untreated leather glass bead wrap bracelet
Jeans: Sass and Bide
Shoes: New Look brown cut-out detail shoes
Bag: Chloe 2007 Brun Paddington

Closeup of accessories:

As it's Friday I'd usually do a Remix Friday but I as I posted 4 outfits with my skirt yesterday I'll link up to that post instead. :)

Hope you have lots of fun things planned for the long weekend :)

Good Friday, Feather print maxi dress

Hope you all had a nice Good Friday, however you mark this special day.

Image from (Jerry Burnett's Weblog: here)

In the Christian calendar, today is the day we mark the event of Jesus dying on the cross for our sins. It's "good" Friday as he died in our place. On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the day that he rose from the grave.

Today we spent some time with our families. Here's what I wore today:

Dress: JayJays feather print maxi dress

Necklace: old, Diva

Bracelets: the usual plus gifted black beaded bracelets

Shoes: My sister's Havaianas thongs - borrowed for a spontaneous walk in the park. I was trying to further break in my black wedge heels for the wedding on Sunday (last seen here) but swapped to more sensible footwear to run around on the grass with Cooper.

 My Dad took the photos and added in a few arty ones! I really liked this one, although it is a strange angle.

Closeup of accessories:

My parents and I went for a walk in a local park as it was such a nice day, and we took Cooper with us. We bumped into some friends of my parents by chance, and Cooper had a bit of fun meeting their dogs as we chatted. This is one of the pictures of him playing with Eddie (beagle) and Bella (maltese poodle cross). He seemed to have fun, although he was a little unsure at first!

Hope you had a good Good Friday :)

Lace and polka dots

Starting to get a little cooler so I had the chance to wear this top my parents bought me. I've been wanting to wear it for a while. It's a top designed to look like a top and cardigan together, really cute.

Top: Next brown polka dot and lace top
Necklace: Chanel from Reebonz
Bracelets: the usual plus 2 labradorite bracelets from Indigo Rose Design
Skirt: Asos tailored Checked workwear pencil skirt
Shoes: New Look
Bag: Chloe 2007 Brun Paddington

Closeup of accessories:

Garage sale goodies!

Very rainy afternoon, but nice morning. We went for a trip to the Beenleigh Baptist church garage sale in the morning. Cooper came along too of course, and loved being the centre of attention.

Here's what I wore today:

Tee: Jeanswest Agnes tee in khaki (From my Jeanswest haul here)
Jeans: again Jeanswest
Necklace: glass pearls made by a talented friend
Bracelets: the usual plus a gifted glass pearl and bow one, and 2 freshwater pearl bracelets made by a talented friend.
Bag: Chloe Ethel in sweet pink
Shoes: Balenciaga sorbet RGGH studded sandals

Really pleased to be able to wear my Chloe Ethel bag again :)

Closeup of accessories:

We were just going to the garage sale to show our support and drop off something for some friends, but of course there were a few impulse buys!

I bought these cute leopard print slippers that my mum had put aside for me - they fit perfectly and are so comfy! My mum always picks the best things! Cooper is still unsure if they are for me or him - he keeps biting them now and then. They are very similar to his fluffy toys I guess.

And a very last minute purchase was this exercise bike! Not planned at all, which frustrated DH a little. Oops!

Someone jokingly asked if we wanted it at the end of the sale, as they were packing up all the items that didn't sell to donate to the Salvation Army store. We had missed it when we were looking around before. They were very surprised when I jumped at the chance to take it! DH was especially shocked - I think this is the strangest impulse buy he's seen me get! Tried it out quickly and it worked great, although it's old and dusty it still works.

Those that know me personally know I've badly injured my knee a couple of times recently, and that's why I can't wear heels as much anymore. I used to wear them every day. One of the things the physio suggested for me was an exercise bike, to build up the strength in my muscles without having the varying terrain and resistance of  biking outdoors. The price and hopefully short term requirement for use always put us off getting one.

Very excited with my new-to-me bike and looking forward to using it to strengthen my knee.


What's the strangest impulse buy you've made?

Go for what DOES matter, and new laws to stop puppy farms in Queensland

Relaxing Sunday today, spent some time with DH and Cooper and of course will be volunteering at church online this evening.(http://live.lifechurch.tv/) Got a great message going too:

"Let go of what doesn't matter..cut back, throw out, turn off ...go for what DOES matter." (via LifeChurch on facebook )

Here's what I wore today:

Tee: Jeanswest (given to me by my awesome sister in one of her wardrobe clear-outs)
Bracelets: the usual
Shorts: Jeanswest
Shoes: Cotton On thongs
Bag: Chloe Paddington cross body clutch from David Jones

Closeup of the usual accessories:

And I read some great news this morning about new laws being proposed to stop puppy farms in Queensland. Just had to share. :) I'm a big supporter of Oscar's Law so these new laws make me very happy indeed.


Via the RSPCA Queensland Facebook page:

‎#ClosePuppyFactories - we're so close! in response to the 2010/11 Close Puppy Factory Petition and community reaction to the closepuppyfactories.rspcaqld.org.au campaign, the Queensland Government proactively announced a Breeder Identification Number (BIN) system. Have your say on the proposed new dog breeder standards in Queensland here:
http://www.getinvolved.qld.gov.au/gi/consultation/315/view.html

From the legislation page:

The proposed legislation introduces a system of registration targeting intensive dog breeders and introduces a system of inspections against animal welfare standards.
Other proposed measures include:

• ways of assisting consumers to purchase puppies from registered breeders

• the adoption of mandatory standards for all dog breeders; and

• the expansion of existing dog micro-chipping requirements to improve animal welfare monitoring.

When you go to the link you can read the full proposed standard. The options get stricter and more effective as you go down the list, so option 3 and 4 are the toughest and investigation shows they would have the biggest impact on puppy farms. Full details are in the draft PDF statement on the website.

I was extremely excited to be able to have my say on the proposed laws. Hopefully if this is something you feel strongly about you can add your say as well.