Chinese New Year Outfits - Sass and Bide Denim with Red and Gold

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As I'm behind on blogging outfits, here are two red and gold outfits I wore for Chinese New Year in February. I'm wearing denim in both, as we had some cooler rainy days as Cyclone Marcia hit the coast of Queensland. Wore one on New Year's day, and one for our delayed celebration on the weekend.


Here's what I wore on Chinese New Year:

Tank: Atmos&Here 'Florida' tank in Aztec print
Jeans: Sass and Bide "Straight up" jeans
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Balenciaga Coquelicot Velo


We didn't do anything special on the day of Chinese New Year as they were predicting the rains from Cyclone Marcia would be starting to hit Brisbane. I made sure I went out in the morning with baby T to stock up on plenty of essentials just in case our power or water got knocked out with the predicted flooding. I spent the afternoon at home with my mother in law when the rain started. Grateful that tradition says you can't do any sweeping on the first day of the new year - saved me a chore!

I didn't have anything new to wear to welcome in the new year, so I just went with red and gold instead. I haven't done much shopping for myself at all lately! I did have a new kimono, but decided to keep that for our celebration dinner on Saturday.

No outfit for Friday, as they had predicted the weather would be really bad that day. Hubby was told to work from home, and baby T and I stayed at home and had lots of snuggle time! A PJ day was welcomed, it was nice to rest for a bit. Good to enjoy the luxury of listening to the rain while staying cosy and dry inside too.


Last worn: Aztec print tank, Sass and Bide jeans, Havaianas, Balenciaga red velo.

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Here's what I wore to celebrate Chinese New Year with my family:

Jacket: Choies red vintage pattern kimono
Top: Zalora basics ruffle hem tank in black (massively reduced in cobalt blue)
Jeans: Sass and Bide 'Three Words' metallic gold jeans
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bag: Balenciaga Coquelicot Velo


On Saturday, ex-cyclone Marcia was still hanging around and bringing a lot of rain, but it was lighter in the evening so we went ahead with our planned Chinese New Year banquet. While some of the roads around us were flooded, it wasn't too hard to get to the in-laws. As it was cooler, I took the chance to layer up a little and wear my new kimono as my 'something new' for the new year. I ordered this from Choies before I wore the shirt that fell apart.

As only the kimono was new I wasn't quite sure what else I should wear with it, then I remembered something my friend Leigh had suggested a while back....so the outfit I'm wearing was a result of consulting Cooper for style advice! I put the silly video up on youtube if you want a bit of a giggle :)

Sheds a little light on the process I use for getting dressed when I sit in front of my wardrobe and think 'I have nothing to wear!'.


Last worn: black tank, metallic gold skinny jeans, ASOS ankle boots, Balenciaga velo (above). First time I've worn the kimono.

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Sass and Bide Jeans, Alexander McQueen Skull Scarves, Long Sleeve Tees

Happened to wear statement jeans twice in a row! Printed and metallic skinny jeans outfits below, as well as a summary of my August purchases. I liked analysing my July purchases, it influenced my shopping in August.


Here's what I wore to go shopping with DH and baby T:

Sunglasses: Rayban new Wayfarers
Scarf: Alexander McQueen magenta skull scarf in roses print
Top: Atmos&Here grey Arizona zip tee (New purchase, on sale!)
Jeans: Sass and Bide 'The Archetype' feather print zippora skinnies
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic mouse flats


Wore this to go out shopping with hubby and baby T. We wanted to pick up a few little toys for baby. He's getting bigger now and wanting to play more, so we stopped in at Target and picked up a little gym for him. It's so cute watching him batting away at the toys dangling down!

Wanted to wear this new long sleeve tee, one of my August purchases. The zipper detail at the hem is really nice, and it made me think of the zipper detail on the jeans, so it seemed right to pair them together. I tried to pose for the photo to get a shot of the zip at the bottom of the jeans, but I failed there! With all the gold zips, the cute metallic gold mouse flats seemed the best shoe choice to continue on the gold theme. And of course, a nice colourful scarf against the grey. Really casual, comfortable outfit.


Last worn: roses skull scarf, Sass and Bide zippora jeans, metallic mouse flats. First time I've worn the tee as it's a new purchase.

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Here's what I wore to go out with DH:

Sunglasses: Rayban new Wayfarers
Scarf: Alexander McQueen modal and cashmere skull scarf
Tee: Jeanswest 'Melanie' Stripe henley in black/coconut (on sale!)
Jeans: Sass and Bide 'Three Words' metallic gold jeans
Shoes: Acne pistol boots in "skin"


Another long sleeve top and statement jeans combo! I've been a little predictable with my outfit choices lately. I like how this is basically the same outfit combination as what I wore previously (above), but it looks different enough. Still wearing a skull scarf, prints, and statement jeans. My jeans have been getting a lot of wear lately, but I'm conscious that I don't want to end up in identical looking outfits every day. Trying to take the same basic idea and change a few things about it, so I can get dressed quickly and easily without a lot of thought, but still look like I have some variation in what I'm wearing.

The only thing I didn't like about this outfit was the way I'd rolled up the cuffs of the jeans to have them sit over the boots - it kept coming undone and driving me a little crazy!


Last worn: Ray Ban Wayfarers, Alexander McQueen skull scarf, Jeanswest stripe henley, metallic gold skinny jeans, Acne pistol boots.

My August Purchases:

In August I bought a few accessories to help organise the baby bag, and picked up some things in the Iconic sale. A lot of grey clothes! I've returned one dress already, after seriously considering it when it arrived. I'm sure I'll get lots of wear out of everything else I purchased.

Preston raglan stripe dress (returned)
Grey marle jersey pencil skirt
Arizona zip tee
Grey v-neck tee with rolled sleeves
Rebecca Minkoff 'Shopbop fund' Cory pouch
'Man things' travel pouch
'Guy stuff' travel pouch

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Pregnancy Wardrobe Essentials - Wearing Non-Maternity Pieces in the Third Trimester

While I'm in the hospital with baby, I've set up a few scheduled posts. This is the last post in the "Pregnancy Wardrobe Essentials" series.

As soon as I can I will be back to posting my usual daily outfits. I'll be sharing bits and pieces on my instagram (@awayfromblue) about life with baby until I'm back to blogging.

Today I'm talking about my pregnancy wardrobe and the non-maternity pieces I used and wore through my third trimester.



My goal in pregnancy was to buy as few maternity pieces as possible. Some things that had worked for the second trimester (like wrap dresses, pencil skirts) no longer worked in the third trimester, or needed a few changes (like adding leggings to now shorter dresses). In the third trimester, I found the following non-maternity pieces in my wardrobe worked well, and I included an example of an outfit with each.

• Empire waist and loose fitting dresses
• Stretchy jersey dresses and leggings
• Maxi dresses
• Fitted stretchy singlets
• Fitted stretchy tees
• Oversized tees
• Maxi skirts with elastic waists

Although I wore the items above in conjunction with maternity clothing, being able to wear existing items in my wardrobe gave me a little more variety with pregnancy dressing, something that I really appreciated near the end of the pregnancy where I was starting to run out of options for things to wear!

I defaulted to maxi skirts and dresses a lot as they were the easiest and most comfortable option most days and I really embraced them in the third trimester.

You can see all of my third trimester outfits here.

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Pregnancy Wardrobe Essentials - Wearing Non-Maternity Pieces in the Second Trimester

While I'm in the hospital with baby, I've set up a few scheduled posts.

As soon as I can I will be back to posting my usual daily outfits. I'll be sharing bits and pieces on my instagram (@awayfromblue) about life with baby until I'm back to blogging. Until then I hope you enjoy the little break and slight change of format.

Today I'm talking about my pregnancy wardrobe and the non-maternity pieces I used and wore through my second trimester.



My goal in pregnancy was to buy as few maternity pieces as possible. You can see the maternity pieces I wore through my pregnancy in the previous post. In the second trimester, I found the following non-maternity pieces in my wardrobe worked well, and I included a link to an example of an outfit with each.

• Maxi dresses - my favourite outfit
• Empire waist dresses - my favourite outfit
• Stretchy jersey dresses - my favourite outfit
• Wrap dresses - my favourite outfit
• Elastic waist pencil skirts - my favourite outfit
• Elastic waist maxi skirts - my favourite outfit
• Oversized/flowy tanks - my favourite outfit
• Fitted stretchy singlets - my favourite outfit
• Fitted stretchy tees - my favourite outfit
• Oversized tees - my favourite outfit
• Empire waist tops - my favourite outfit

Although I wore the items above in conjunction with maternity clothing where needed, being able to wear existing items in my wardrobe gave me a little more variety with pregnancy dressing. You can see all of my second trimester outfits here.

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Pregnancy Wardrobe Essentials - Review of Maternity Pieces in My Wardrobe

While I'm in the hospital with baby, I've set up a few scheduled posts.

As soon as I can I will be back to posting my usual daily outfits. Until then I hope you enjoy the little break and slight change of format.

First up, talking about my pregnancy wardrobe and the maternity pieces I wore through my pregnancy.

I had a total of 14 maternity pieces to supplement my existing wardrobe. I've included links below so you can see when I wore them, and how often I wore them. My goal was to buy as little maternity pieces as possible.

Tops:

• MEV Britney bubble tank in mood indigo C/O Zibibo. Worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester
• Asos drape tank in space dye fabric. Worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester
• Jeanswest 'Felicity' maternity shirt in amethyst. Worn in third trimester, three times.
• Jeanswest 'Tilda' black shirt. Worn in first trimester | worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester

Dresses:

• Soon Maternity 'Madeline' grey print wrap dress. Worn in third trimester 6 times
• MEV Havana maxi dress C/O Zibibo. Worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester 5 times
• Burgundy button sash maternity dress C/O Pink Blush Maternity. Worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester twice

Skirts:

• Asos maternity tartan check pencil skirt. Worn in second trimester 4 times | worn in third trimester 5 times
• Asos maternity graphic print pencil skirt. Worn in second trimester 4 times | worn in third trimester 6 times
• Soon Maternity Flora fold pencil skirt. Worn in second trimester | worn in third trimester twice

Shorts:

• Jeanswest maternity rolled up shorts. Worn in second trimester twice | worn in third trimester 4 times

Pants:

• Jeanswest Maternity slim straight jeans. Worn in second trimester twice
• Jeanswest maternity super skinny jeans in antique blue. Worn in second trimester 8 times | worn in third trimester 7 times
• Jeanswest maternity skinny jeans in black. Worn in second trimester 4 times | worn in third trimester 5 times

You can hear my thoughts and opinions by watching the video, but in summary:

• I was lucky to have a lot of pieces in my existing wardrobe that worked well in pregnancy. Lots of flowy, loose, oversized and stretchy pieces meant I didn't need much maternity wear. I'll do a follow up post about the non-maternity items I found most helpful.
• Maternity tops I found tricky to wear as the extra length swamped my petite frame.
• Dresses were the easiest, most comfortable maternity wear option for me. Great go-to pieces!
• The Asos maternity pencil skirts I bought were fantastic for work and I'd recommend them to anyone who has to dress for pregnancy in the office.
• Jeanswest maternity denim is the only brand of maternity jeans I tried - perfect first time so I didn't try to look elsewhere.

I hope that you found this post useful, and that you can pass it along to anyone who might benefit from it :) Different from my usual posts, but I thought that laying out what I wore and how I wore it during my pregnancy might come in helpful for someone.


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Marc By Marc Jacobs Fran Bag, Print Mixing. Asos Pencil Skirt, Jeanswest Paisley Dress and Ankle Boots

Here's what I wore on Wednesday:

Scarf: Grey and pink leopard print scarf from Paddy's Markets in Sydney
Necklace: Dogeared 3 Wishes stardust bead necklace
Top: Jeanswest 'Tilda' black shirt
Skirt: Asos panelled pencil skirt in tartan check on sale! (materntity version here)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs two tone flats in blush and black
Bracelets: the usual plus pastel friendship bracelet C/O Seri Marea Jewellery
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


Simple black and white outfit for Wednesday. Really starting to struggle with finding nice things to wear to work now in the final few weeks of pregnancy. I'm quite looking forward to finishing up soon, and being a lot more casual with what I wear. Based on some previous pregnancies in the office, I know the levels of dress code I can drop to, but I want to try and look as professional as possible despite my limited choices. This was comfortable all day though, and was good to wear to our parenting class after work as well.

Thought that the little bit of print mixing with the leopard scarf and tartan skirt worked well due to the similar colours - what do you think?


Last worn: grey and pink leopard print scarf, Jeanswest black shirt, Asos maternity pencil skirt, two tone flats, Marc By Marc Jacobs Fran.

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Here's what I wore to work and out for dinner today:

Necklace: House of Harlow 5 station necklace in black and silver
Dress: Jeanswest 'Melanie' paisley mixed print dress (new purchase)
Belt: came with dress
Shoes: Asos Aggie leather western ankle boots in black
Bracelets: the usual plus Hermes pink clic clac and purple Salvatore Ferragamo 'Vara' leather bow bracelet
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


More print mixing, and I got to wear my maternity tights! I purchased these tights a couple of months ago when we had a little bit of a cold snap, figuring they would be essentials for the pregnancy. Just wearing them now at 36 weeks, so not as essential as I thought! They were only $8 from Target so I'm not feeling too bad about the purchase.

Picked a pretty dress to wear to work and after today, as we had a birthday dinner for my sister in the evening. The tights kept me warm and the dress was suitable for work and dinner, which saved me trying to find a second outfit to wear for the evening, hehe! I bought this dress in the Jeanswest sale as I loved the paisley print and the subtle print mixing, and guessed it would have no problems accommodating the third trimester baby bump despite being non-maternity.


I've been wearing my Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag a bit this week, but that will change now I have a new handbag purchase! Short reveal video of my latest splurge:

Yep, another Marc by Marc Jacobs bag!

Last worn: Asos ankle boots, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran (see above). First time I've worn the dress as it's a new purchase.

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Marc by Marc Jacobs Carob Brown Fran Bag. Floral Tank, Stripe Maxi Skirt | Grey Knot Top, Asos Maternity Pencil Skirt

Here's what I wore on Tuesday:

Necklace: Dogeared 3 Wishes stardust bead necklace
Top: Jeanswest floral print brown ribbed tank
Skirt: AT by Atmos&Here Mars striped maxi skirt
Shoes: Asos metallic Freestyle leather sandals
Bracelets: the usual plus gifted gold bangle set
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


Had the day off work on Tuesday to attend a doctor's appointment and do some extra tests. Was a very busy and stressful morning, I ended up making up for it with a very lazy afternoon on the couch with Cooper!

This top is one that's never been on the blog before, and in fact I'm not sure when I wore it last. It was an old favourite of mine I used to wear lots in my uni days that I rediscovered and pulled out of my wardrobe for the "last wear before it goes" test. And it's staying in my wardrobe! I used to love this top so much I just can't get rid of it. Plus it's currently fitting the bump quite well! Thought that the white floral print on the top would pair nicely with the white striped maxi skirt.


Last worn: striped maxi skirt, Asos gold sandals, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag. First time I've worn the tank on the blog, although it's an old item.

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Here's what I wore to work today:

Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette layered with Dogeared silver wishbone necklace
Top: Temt grey knot front top
Skirt: Asos graphic print pencil skirt on sale! (maternity version here)
Shoes: Wittner 'Bolla' black bow detail flats
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge black and white bangle
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


This top is another top that hasn't been worn in the 2 years I've had this blog. I actually bought it back in 2009 when I needed some new clothes for a "proper" office job where I wasn't allowed to wear denim, a huge change to my wardrobe at the time. It's sat in my closet since then, with tags on(!) until today. Don't even remember why it's never been worn, but grateful to have it as it's a great non-restrictive pregnancy top!

Had to take photos inside today as it was so rainy this morning! It did clear up later though. Had the benefit of a big white wall to take photos against in the nursery after clearing out all of my clothes and accessories. Took a little video of what it looked like before - will be sure to take an after video once everything's in place for baby's arrival! :)

Last worn: maternity pencil skirt, Wittner black flats, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran (see above). First time I've worn the top although it's an oldie.

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Casual Friday Denim Jacket, Dress, Alexander Wang Rocco. Special Video OOTD

Here's what I wore to work for Casual Friday:

Sunglasses: gifted Rayban new Wayfarers
Jacket: Bubblegum denim jacket
Necklace: gifted Lovisa silver love knitted heart pendant necklace
Dress: French Connection Melanie striped sleeveless dress
Shoes: Wittner 'Bolla' black bow detail flats
Bracelets: the usual plus Marc by Marc Jacobs enamel turnlock stripey hinge black and white bangle, Roie Designs black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet
Bag: Alexander Wang Rocco with gold hardware in dark argon


As it was a little rainy on Friday morning I added the denim jacket to keep warm on the way to work.
It's been over a year since I last wore this dress, I didn't realise it had been so long! I mainly wear it in summer, but I think I'm going to get more use out of it this year, so I'm keeping it in my wardrobe for now. Maybe I can even try layering it for winter. If I don't get more wear out of it though, it will definitely be leaving my wardrobe. Need to be a lot stricter with what I keep in my wardrobe.


Last worn: Raybans, denim jacket, French Connection stripe dress, Wittner black flats, Alexander Wang Rocco bag.

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Here's what I wore today:

Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette layered with gifted Dogeared silver wishbone necklace

Dress: Asos drape tank in space dye fabric (on sale, extra 10% off with code 'JAN10')
Skirt: Vintage black pleated midi skirt from my Mum's closet
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Balenciaga classic double tour bracelet in pearly grey
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC


Something a little different today, a video OOTD instead of a photo. I kept it short, so it's just over a minute long. And I added a little surprise at the end too! Hope you enjoy, leave me a comment and let me know what you think :)


Last worn: pleated maxi skirt, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC. First time I've worn the top as it's a recent purchase.

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Oscar's Law Singlet, Cheap Monday Skirt, Tote Bag | Orange Stripe Tank, Shorts, Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC, Video Reveal

Here's what I wore on Monday:

Sunglasses: pink leopard print sunglasses from Paddy's Markets in Sydney
Tank: Oscar's Law pink ladies singlet (from http://www.oscarslaw.org/)
Skirt: Cheap Monday interrupted stripe skirt in grey
Shoes: gifted black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: ThursdayFriday 'Together' bag with birkin print


Just a simple skirt and tank outfit for walking around in the heat. Used a big tote bag as I went shopping in the morning and just wanted to throw all my purchases in one bag. Popped to the stores to get some more wrapping paper, and settled in for the afternoon at home wrapping Christmas presents. However, I actually needed to get some sticky tape too...which I realised halfway through wrapping, oops! I definitely had enough paper though :)


Last worn: pink sunglasses, Oscar's Law singlet, Cheap Monday skirt, Havaianas, Thursday Friday tote.

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Here's what I wore today:

Sunnies: gifted Cotton On 'Risky Business' sunglasses in sky blue
Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette
Top: Jeanswest 'Sarah' stripe tank in firecracker/coconut 
Shorts: Jeanswest denim cuff shorts
Shoes: gifted black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC with python embossed leather in aquamarine


Another relaxing day off and a nice casual shorts outfit. I think I'm pretty much gonna wear thongs (flip flops) from now until I return to work next year....haha. They are perfect summer footwear. And my mini MACs will be getting a lot of love too, they are the perfect bags for a day off / weekend. So much so, that I got another Rebecca Minkoff bag for my upcoming birthday! Cooper even helped me unwrap it ;)

Last worn: blue sunglasses, orange stripe tank, denim shorts, Havaianas (above), Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC.


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Jeanswest Stripe Dress, Balenciaga Rouille Work | Lace Pencil Skirt and Tee, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran Bag and Video

Here's what I wore to work on Wednesday:

Necklace: Dogeared 3 Wishes Stardust Bead Necklace (New purchase)
Dress: Jeanswest 'Rita' stripe jersey dress (New purchase)
Belt: thrifted orange and gold skinny belt
Shoes: NineWest Lovelyou studded flats in black
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Balenciaga classic work in 2006 Rouille


Wanted to wear some of my latest purchases on Wednesday. Picked up this striped dress in the Jeanswest sale. It's very similar to the one in black I already own, as I really like the style. I'm definitely guilty of buying the same thing in different colours when I like something!

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Last worn: orange belt, studded flats, Balenciaga Rouille work bag. First time I've worn the dress and necklace as they are new purchases.

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Here's what I wore to work today:

Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette
Top: Atmos&Here rolled sleeve oversized tee in wine (New purchase)
Skirt: Living Doll Wednesday black lace skirt (New purchase)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs patent leather logo plaque flats
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown


More new purchases! I couldn't resist The Iconic and Jeanswest sales last week, so I got a few new wardrobe additions. Both parcels arrived on Tuesday which was nice. Thought that this tee and the skirt paired nicely together. And the tee goes so well with my carob brown Fran bag! :)

I have a little video review of my Fran bag on youtube. It's easily my favourite everyday bag!

Last worn: ballet flats, Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag. First time I've worn the skirt and tee as they are new purchases.

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French Connection Belted LBD, Rebecca Minkoff Nikki | Leona Edmiston Printed Wrap Dress, Balenciaga Work, Reebonz Reveal

Here's what I wore to work on Monday:

Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs Island pine-print scarf
Dress: French Connection black dress
Belt: Kmart thin gold glitter belt
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs patent leather logo plaque flats
Bracelets: the usual plus two metal and fabric Indigo Rose Design bracelets
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Nikki in Silverstreak


Simple LBD for a Monday :) It's nice the weather is being appropriately spring-like and I can go without a jacket. Added a scarf for a bit of warmth in the morning, but didn't need it by the time I got to the office. I thought this thin belt would be nice with the dress, I usually wear thicker belts with it, but the thin one works well. Although it would look better if it wasn't coming undone in the photo I guess, haha.

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Last worn: Marc Jacobs scarf, French Connection LBD, gold glitter belt, patent flats, Rebecca Minkoff Nikki bag.

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Here's what I wore to work today:

Necklace: Chanel necklace
Dress: Leona Edmiston Paris tassel print wrap dress
Shoes: NineWest Lovelyou studded flats in black
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Balenciaga classic work in 2006 Rouille


Nice easy dress option again today! We had a manager from another state over so thought this was a nice professional look. A little over exposed with the photo though, I mis-judged in my rush to get the camera setup for photos as quickly as possible as a little rain shower had set in. Cooper didn't want to be in the photo as he had a nice dry spot under a tree and he wasn't moving for anyone! He isn't a fan of the rain.


Last worn: Leona Edmiston wrap dress, studded flats, Balenciaga rouille work.


Just uploaded a video to youtube this evening - reveal of my latest Reebonz purchase. Another Rebecca Minkoff bag! :)

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Adopt Don't Shop Tee, Jeans, RM Grey MAB | Blazer, Leona Edmiston Printed Dress, Heels, Sarah Conners Bag

Here's what I wore to go out with DH and work at Church Online on Sunday:

Tee: Hendrick Boards Adopt Don't Shop grey tee for Chamsky
Jeans: Sass and Bide "Straight up" jeans
Shoes: gifted Havaianas tropical print thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Mimco 'punklove' chain wrist bracelet in grey
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey


Bonus video showing what I wore as someone requested I show them the different ways you can carry the Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB.

Another surprisingly warm winter day on Sunday! DH and I stopped by a car show with my father in law in the morning. It was such a lovely day to be outside. The good vibes continued when we got home and found out that we won the video competition at Church Online with our re-enactment of the Lion King scene with Cooper as Simba!
It's playing all week at http://live.lifechurch.tv/ if you want to see him being a little star! The times of each session are available here. Instead of a normal church service, we are watching movies, so click on over and check it out. It's all free of course, and everyone is invited.
Would love to know what you thought of Cooper's video, and the movie :)


Last worn: Adopt Don't Shop tee, Sass and Bide jeans, printed thongs, Rebecca Minkoff grey mini MAB.


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Here's what I wore to work today:

Jacket: no label black single button blazer
Scarf: Alexander McQueen red skull-print modal and cashmere-blend scarf
Necklace: gift from DH
Dress: Leona Edmiston Renee disc print dress
Shoes: Wittner 'Bloomy' black heels
Bracelets: the usual
Bag: Sarah Conners python bag in ebony


Bit of red for a Monday! Just picked the colours for what I was wearing out of this dress that I haven't worn in a while. It's such a lovely print. Have had this dress at the back of my mind to wear for a bit, and the red seemed cheerful for Monday.
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Leona Edmiston have a 75% off sale on now, so I bought some new dresses from there for work :)


Last worn: Alexander McQueen red skull scarf, black blazer, Leona Edmiston dress, Wittner heels, python bag.


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