Black: Blazer, Printed Tank, Pink Shoes, Bayswater | Leather Jacket, Grey Pencil Skirt, Heels, Balenciaga Velo

Here's what I wore to work on Tuesday:

Jacket: No label black single button blazer
Necklace: House of Harlow sunburst necklace in silver and grey
Dress: Glassons 'Cassie' printed tank
Skirt: Jeanswest black ponte pencil skirt
Shoes: gifted Novo Carmina fuschia suede flats
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather


Haha to be honest I was too cold to smile properly for the photos! Was warm in the office in my long sleeve top on Monday so wore a tank instead. But it made it really cold taking photos with just a blazer over the top.

The tank print has some pink in it, so I thought I'd wear a pink bag and shoes to match, then worried that may be too much pink and decided to carry the bayswater instead. In the photo you can't see the pink in the tank though, so probably could have worn a pink bag too.


Last worn: Black blazer, Jeanswest pencil skirt, pink flats, Mulberry Bayswater. First time I've worn the top as it is a recent purchase.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Asos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket (New purchase)
Top: Target ruffle sleeve dog print blouse
Skirt: Asos tailored tab front pencil skirt in grey
Shoes: Wittner 'Bloomy' black heels
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Balenciaga Coquelicot Velo (2011 RH)

This is one of the two new leather jackets I bought to keep me warm in this suddenly cold weather. I really like the print as it makes it different from my plain black leather jacket, and it being reduced from $335 made it even more tempting! Felt nice and warm wearing it, it will pop up a lot more often.

Last worn: dog print top, grey pencil skirt, Wittner heels, Balenciaga velo. First time I've worn the leather jacket as it is a new purchase.

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One last little note I want to add - If you have heard about the tornado in Oklahoma please consider doing what you can to help those impacted by it. My church, Life Church, has setup a page to show how you can help, and is collecting items for donations if you are local to the area. There is also the Red Cross, and more ways you can help on the NBC site. I've never been to Oklahoma and I only volunteer at Church Online, but many of my team members and the staff I know and work with are there as it's where the church grew. It's been horrible seeing what has happened there, and I'm praying for those who are dealing with the devastation.

And if you are blog-hopping looking for a bit of frivolity to escape the horrible stories on the news, watch this good news story instead. Especially at the 1.30 mark, it's beautiful.

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French Connection LBD, Mulberry Bayswater Bag | Grey Tee, Denim Shorts, Rebecca Minkoff Purple MAC

Here's what I wore to go to work on Monday:

Sunnies: gifted Cotton On 'Kirsten sunnie' in yellow
Bracelets: the usual
Dress: French Connection black dress
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories and bag:

I didn't do this dress any justice last time I wore it either, although at least you can see the shape of the skirt this time. I really need to get photos of it before I wrinkle it up after a day at work! It's just one of those pieces that wrinkles so easily unfortunately. Such a classic easy dress to wear though, so I keep it around. Minimal accessories as I just wanted to be comfortable for my first day back in the office after being so ill last week.


The sunnies were last worn here, dress here, shoes here and bag here.

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Here's what I wore to work from home today:

Sunnies: gifted Cotton On 'Kirsten sunnie' in yellow
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design feather, quartz and love charm long necklace
Bracelets: the usual
Top: Supre grey tee
Shorts: Jeanswest black denim cuff shorts
Shoes: gifted black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAC bag in Deep Purple

Close up of accessories and bag:

Another very simple outfit to work from home today. Again dark colours and I tried to cheer it up a little with my awesome yellow sunnies :)


The sunnies were last worn above, top here, shorts here, thongs here and bag here.

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French Connection Printed Shift Dress, Mulberry Bayswater | Jeanswest Cami and Pencil Skirt, Sarah Conners Bag

Here's what I wore to return to the office on Monday:

Sunnies: Orange sunglasses from Paddy's Market in Sydney
Necklace: House of Harlow gold gold mini key pendant necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus Lovisa 'Collette by Collette Dinnigan' twisted bow charm bracelet in silver, Lovisa 'Collette by Collette Dinnigan' heart charm bracelet in silver, Chloe Paddington crystal charm bracelet from Reebonz offline sale and Indigo Rose Design waxed leather cream howlite beaded wrap bracelet
Dress: French Connection 'Woodblock wonder' panache dress in white/geranium rose (New Purchase)
Shoes: Wittner 'Columbia' cross strap sandals in tan
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

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Wore my new printed dress to bring some colour to a dull Monday back at work! Spent most of my time at my desk working through all of the emails that had accumulated in my absence. I miss my holidays already! Had a really nice evening having dinner at my parents to have a happy end to the day.

The sunnies were last worn here, shoes here and bag here. This is the first time I've worn the dress as it was a new purchase.

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Here's what I wore to work today and to have lunch with my sister:

Sunnies: Pink leopard print sunglasses from Paddy's Markets in Sydney
Necklace: Chanel necklace from Reebonz
Bracelets: the usual plus House of Harlow Aztec bangle in fushcia pink and silver, House of Harlow Aztec bangle in white and silver
Top: gifted Jeanswest 'Kara' coral pleated cami
Skirt: Jeanswest black ponte pencil skirt
Shoes: Wittner 'Jasmarie' studded sandals
Bag: Sarah Conners Python bag in ebony

Closeup of accessories and bag:

Covered up in the office today with a cardi but didn't take photos with it on outside as it was too warm to consider it! It's supposed to be warmer tomorrow, but really feeling for those further south who are battling with bushfires and record breaking heat. I'm really blessed to work all day in an air-conditioned office.


The sunnies were last worn here, skirt here, shoes here and bag here. It's the first time I've worn the top as it was a recent gift.

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Kmart Tee, Asos Blue Lace Pencil Skirt, Tan Accessories, Marc by Marc Jacobs Flats, Mulberry Bayswater Bag

Here's what I wore to work today:

Sunnies: Orange sunglasses from Paddy's Market in Sydney
Necklace: House of Harlow gold gold mini key pendant necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus two beaded Sportsgirl Butterfly Foundation bracelets, two old blue bead bracelets, old blue wooden bead bracelet and Indigo Rose Design waxed leather cream howlite beaded wrap bracelet
Top: Kmart plain brown tee
Belt: Asos (came with this cross front dress)
Skirt: Asos blue textured lace pencil skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories and bag and a cute Cooper:

Not too pleased with how this outfit turned out today. I usually plan my outfits in the evening, and last night picked the tee and skirt as a good combination. When I put it on this morning I thought it needed a belt, so changed my bag and shoes to match the belt I picked. A little too much brown for my liking though. What do you think?


Lots of sales going on today! 40% off at Nordstrom and up to 70% off at shopbop.

Don't forget to enter my Poppywinkle giveaway, 3 days left.


The sunnies were last worn here, skirt here, shoes here and bag here. It's the first time I've worn the tee.

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Zara Blazer, Studded LBD, Marc by Marc Jacobs Flats, Mulberry Bayswater

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Zara Frayed basket weave blazer with zips in red
Bracelets: the usual plus two metal and fabric Indigo Rose Design bracelets and black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet
Dress: Target black belted stud detail dress
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories and bag:

I wasn't feeling very inspired last night when trying to decide what to wear - decided to go with my target LBD as I think the pleats and studs add some nice interest to it. The weather was cooler this morning though, so added a pop of colour with my Zara blazer. Even Cooper thought it was a bit windy - he doesn't look very happy in the first photo!


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

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Jeanswest Aztec Print Dress, Mulberry Oak Bayswater, Marc by Marc Jacobs Flats

Here's what I wore to work today:

Dress: Jeanswest Aztec Print Dress (similar here)
Belt: Jeanswest black braided belt that came with the dress (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories and bag:

Necklace: gift from DH (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual plus swarovski crystal bracelet from Indigo Rose Design

Not the best photo of the dress today as it got caught in the wind - but Cooper looks so cute I had to post this one. It's so nice coming home to his fuzzy little face after a hard day at work.
Really enjoying the warmer weather too, although I'm not quite ready to sport bare legs yet, it's nice to go jacket-less.


Don't forget to enter my Reebonz goodie bag giveaway on facebook! Details are here :) Good luck!



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

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Ruffle Front Blouse, French Connection Jersey Skirt, Leather Jacket, Leopard Scarf

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Jeanswest black leather jacket (similar here)
Scarf: Asos crinkle oversized leopard print scarf (similar here)
Top: Asos contrast trim front ruffle blouse (sold out, similar here)
Skirt: French Connection Clover Jersey Plain wrap skirt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories and bag:

Bracelets: the usual plus orange resin bangle from the Ekka and Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge bracelet in black and white

Was really cold this morning, so needed a scarf as well as my jacket. Should have fixed my top for photos sorry, it kept riding up a little bit all day. Maybe won't pair these pieces together again, they don't look very good together in the photos.


The skirt was last worn here, scarf here, jacket here, shoes here and bag here. It's the first time I've worn this blouse on the blog.

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Trench Coat, Leopard Print Scarf, Blue Lace Pencil Skirt, Grey Tee, Mulberry Bayswater

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Barkins beige trench coat (similar here)
Scarf: Asos crinkle oversized leopard print scarf (similar here)
Top: Cotton On grey marle long sleeve tee (similar here)
Skirt: Asos blue textured lace pencil skirt (sold out, similar at the outnet here)
Belt: Asos skinny boyfriend belt (tied in a double loop knot using this tutorial by Kileen from Cute and Little)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Close up of accessories:

Necklace: rectangle pendant necklace gifted from my bestie
Bracelets: the usual 


When searching the blog for previous ways I've worn these items I noticed that the shoes and belt are worn together a lot. I should try a different belt next time, mix it up a little! What do you think?


The coat was last worn here, scarf here, skirt here, and the shoes and bag were worn together here. It's the first time I've worn the tee.

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Trench Coat, Pixel Print dress, Mulberry Bayswater bag

Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: Barkins beige trench coat (similar here)
Scarf: Cotton On fuchsia pashmina (Similar here)
Necklace: Indigo Rose Design Multi chain tangled necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge bracelet in black and white, Indigo Rose Design Swarovski crystal bracelet and Sportsgirl leather and silver chain wrap bracelet.
Dress: Jeanswest pixel print dress (similar here)
Belt: Jeanswest studded elasticated waist belt (similar here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in Camel
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in Oak NVT leather

Closeup of accessories:

Cooper looks pretty angry in the first picture - he'd just been barking at the neighbours and was trying to look tough and protective of me! Or maybe he was sulking as they didn't run in fear when he barked...haha. As a colleague pointed out, without my bag on my shoulder the shoes didn't really go with my outfit. I think I should have worn a tan belt instead to match the shoes.

Oh and Net-A-Porter have their US sale on today - worth checking out, some nice items.

More importantly, today is our wedding anniversary :) I'm really blessed to have married such a wonderful man. DH is my best friend and love of my life. DH stands for Darling Hubby! :)

Blue Paisley Print Dress, New Reebonz Purchases

Another blue day! Cecilya's recent post inspired me to break out the paisley, although she definitely wears it better! She's also having a great giveaway so if you're in Melbourne, you should check it out!


Here's what I wore today:

Dress: French Connection blue Paisley print dress
Necklace: Chanel (via Reebonz)
Bracelets: the usual plus Balenciaga Silver Giant Triple Tour Bracelet in Rose Bruyere from HGBags Online
Belt: Asos skinny boyfriend belt (tied in a double loop knot using this tutorial by Kileen from Cute and Little)
Shoes: New Look cream and brown wedges
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in NVT Oak leather (via Reebonz)


Closeup of accessories:

I bought a couple of cute Juicy Couture charms at Reebonz on the weekend, and they arrived today. Thought I'd do a video showing them being unboxed if you're interested. They were on amazing sale so I bought the Christmas bear I'd always admired - even though it's nowhere near Christmas! And the margarita was too cute to resist.

I love the way Reebonz wraps up every purchase so it's like a present!

Happy Valentine's Day, the Thrifty Kitten

Happy Valentine's day :) If you're in a couple, I hope you and your other half have a fun day together. If you're single, I hope you treat yourself!

Valentines seemed like the perfect day to wear a pink flowery dress. Met up with my mum for lunch, and she took today's photo.


Here's what I wore:

Dress: Vintage 1950s pink floral dress via The Thrifty Kitten
Belt: not sure, have had it too long
Bracelets: the usual plus Balenciaga Silver Giant Triple tour Bracelet in Rose Bruyere from HGBags Online
Shoes: New Look
Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in NVT Oak leather (via Reebonz)

Closeup of accessories:

Better pics of the dress from The Thrifty Kitten:

The Thrifty Kitten is a store setup on facebook that showcases some gems donated to the AWLQ op-shops (aka second-hand stores, thrift stores). It's perfect for people like me who can't easily get to the stores, and all proceeds go to the Animal Welfare League of Queensland (where we adopted Cooper). If you're looking for a cute vintage item, check out the Thrifty Kitten! :) Zoe who volunteers there is such a sweetheart too!

From their facebook info page:

Vintage and retro clothes, accessories, knick-knacks and more, with all proceeds going to the Animal Welfare League of Qld to help homeless animals.

The Thrifty Kitten is a NOT FOR PROFIT business, with all proceeds going to the Animal Welfare League of Qld. 

The Animal Welfare League of Qld takes care of approximately 10,000 strayed and abandoned animals annually from South East Queensland. The AWL receives no Government funding for welfare work, relying predominantly on the community for support.
Founded in 1959, the AWLQ is the largest animal shelter in Queensland, rehoming approximatley 400 animals every month.
Website: http://www.awlqld.com.au

Enjoy your Valentine's day :)

Checked Pencil Skirt, Reebonz Valentines gift

Wasn't having a great start to the day, but had a lovely shopping trip with my friend today at lunch and messaged my bestie for a bit so I feel better :)

Here's what I wore today:

Top: Asos pleat front sleeveless top

Skirt: Asos Tailored Checked workwear pencil skirt

Necklace: Freshwater pearl necklace, gifted

Bracelets: the usual

Shoes: Nine West

Bag: Mulberry Bayswater in NVT Oak leather (via Reebonz)

I'm holding an umbrella as a storm was blowing in just as I got home to take photos. The NVT bayswater is notoriously difficult and can't get even a drop of water on it so the umbrella was necessary to keep it dry.

Closeup of accessories:

Also got a lovely surprise when I got home - a Valentines present from Reebonz :)