Striped Maxi Skirts and Silver Mini MAC Bag

While I do wear my maxi skirts year round and find them easy to layer up for winter, they are definitely worn more often in the warmer months. A striped maxi skirt and colourful top is an easy spring outfit.

What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Top: Target embroidered khaki tank
Skirt: Target black and white striped maxi skirt
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC (on sale in pink!)

Why I wore it:

I liked doing the #TRMStyle instagram style challenge in September so jumped on board with the October one too! The challenge for the day was 'green' so I thought this khaki tank was perfect. I did think about wearing another, more true green top, but I find this one easier to breastfeed in. (I have something on under it so I can lift it up to feed without flashing my belly). The decorative tassels are ideal for keeping baby boy amused too so he can tug on them instead of my hair and I don't need to wear a teething necklace!

The plan was to spend the day at a mother's group meeting however toddler T's cough was getting bad and baby boy was starting to cough too so I figured sitting in a room with other mums and bubs wasn't the best idea. Instead we tried to quickly pop out for some more nappies. Took a little longer than expected so it's probably a good thing we weren't heading to the meeting as well and had more time.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, khaki embroidered tank, striped maxi skirt, Havaianas, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC.

Other ways to wear: khaki embroidered tank and flared jeans, striped maxi skirt and winter layers, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC and a denim jacket.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Necklace: Nibbly Bits Wilma teething necklace in pale daffodil
Top: thrifted Dotti blue tee
Skirt: AT by Atmos&Here Mars striped maxi skirt
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff metallic silver mini MAC (on sale in red!)

Why I wore it:

The style challenge for the day was 'nailed it'. I was looking forward to finding time to paint my nails and use the challenge as an excuse to do so, but quickly changed my expectations for the day that morning. Toddler T was fully recovered, but I was losing my voice and baby boy was also sick...and teething. Getting the boys and I fed, dressed and out the door was 'nailing it' for the circumstances! Although too sick for playgroup and getting up close with other mums and bubs again, we went out to let toddler T run around a little and burn off some of his extra energy.

I picked this top to wear as it's been a while since I last wore it! Last time I was wearing it to take advantage of the blouson style to hide an early baby bump in the office. I really wasn't happy wearing it this time, I felt it sat oddly over my chest. Given that it had taken me so long to get around to wearing it and I was unhappy when I wore it, I'd usually say it should leave my wardrobe. However I do like wearing when I am not squeezing my breastfeeding chest into it, so I'm going to hold onto it a little longer and see how I feel next time it's worn.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers (above), blouson tee, navy stripe maxi skirt, Havaianas (above), Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC (above).

Other ways to wear: blouson tee and skinny jeans, navy stripe maxi skirt with green and a baby bump, Rebecca Minkoff metallic mini MAC worn as a clutch.


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Chambray and Stripes: Dress and Maxi Skirt with Rebecca Minkoff Love Bag

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There are some outfit combinations that are so good you just have to repeat them. Chambray and stripes is a classic however you decide to wear it! I wore a chambray dress and striped maxi cardigan one day, and a striped tee and chambray skirt another. Both with my Rebecca Minkoff Love bag.

What I wore:

Jacket: Kmart striped maxi cardigan

Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs mauve square scarf
Dress: Jeanswest Rachel Lyocell chambray dress (C/O)
Shoes: RMK Chester black ankle boots (on sale!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag in grey (on sale in black)

Why I wore it:

At last I get to wear this dress again! I was so excited when I got it last year and I saw it being worn a lot, however the quickly growing baby bump meant it sat unworn in my wardrobe for longer than I'd like. It's been 11 months since I last wore it! I couldn't wear it right away post baby like I wanted as the buttons were impossible to fasten in the first few weeks as we established breastfeeding. Now things are a little more normal, it was so good to wear this again.

I like blue and purple together so this scarf seemed like an easy choice when I wanted an extra layer to put on with the dress and cardigan. Simple outfit to run a few errands.


Last worn: striped duster, purple Marc Jacobs scarf, chambray dress, ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag.

Other ways to wear: striped duster and flares, purple scarf with black and grey, chambray dress and purple cardi, ankle boots and printed jeans, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag and a blue kimono.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers

Scarf: Marc by Marc Jacobs bright blue stole
Tee: Atmos&Here 3/4 sleeve stripe tee in berry white
Skirt: Noisy May long denim maxi skirt (on sale!)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs silver tuxedo flats (on sale!)
Bracelets: the usual plus Cora purpleheart and mother of pearl watch C/O JORD
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag in grey (on sale in pink)

Why I wore it:

This is my favourite outfit I've ever put together with this maxi skirt. I really liked the way this looked. The cobalt scarf was a bit of an after thought. I wasn't sure what scarf to pick but I'm pleased I went with this one in the end. The outfit came about when I tried to complete two style challenges at once - #springFlingStyleFile and #TRMstyle.

I wanted to wear the striped tee to meet the 'red' style challenge prompt on instagram, and I saw this skirt hanging in my wardrobe and thought the two would look great together. I picked the silver ballet flats to meet the 'sparkle and shine' theme. The only thing I didn't like about this outfit was how the chambray maxi skirt kept getting caught in the breeze. I wore it on a very windy day and it was tricky getting a photo in the morning with it flapping around! Luckily we were inside most of the day, I needed to have a super quick trim to tidy up my hair a little bit and then the in-laws came over in the afternoon.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, cobalt scarf, burgundy stripe tee, chambray maxi skirt, silver ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag (above).

Other ways to wear: cobalt scarf and graphic tee, burgundy stripe tee and skinny jeans, chambray maxi skirt worn two ways, silver ballet flats and printed jeans, Rebecca Minkoff quilted Love bag and tweed jacket.

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Printed Maxi Dresses, Vintage Chanel Bag and Different Backgrounds

Some different backgrounds for my outfit pics today! I've been blogging for over 4 years and while I've taken photos out and about in other places before, I've now fallen into a routine of always taking photos in the same spot each morning. It's easier than worrying about finding time and a location while we are out, especially when my hands are full with a baby and toddler. The other weekend I had the chance to take photos away from my usual spot without the boys in tow.

What I wore:

Jacket: Jeanswest black cardi

Necklace: Australian coin and crest necklace
Dress: JayJays feather print maxi dress
Shoes: NineWest "Quicken" wedges in natural
Bracelets: the usual plus Edenborough Evans 'Ivy' silver cuff
Bag: Chanel vintage quilted lambskin flap (same in beige, and green)

Why I wore it:

Wore this pretty printed maxi dress to a wedding by the Brisbane river, with a beautiful view of the Story bridge. I had been stressing for a while about what I should wear, as I was going to be away from baby for two feeds and needed something I could wear to express breast milk in. I'm glad I went with this dress in the end. Worked perfectly for sneaking away after the ceremony to express in the car.

The only thing I didn't like about this outfit was the necklace - I was in a rush that morning and after having heard the 'Priceless' song on the radio the day before had been thinking about this necklace. After finding and detangling the necklace there was no time to try find anything else. I think a different necklace would have worked better with the neckline of the dress, and I probably should have planned out my accessories in advance. It was nice to wear this without worrying about baby tugging on it though.


Last worn: black cardigan, feather print maxi dress, nude wedges, vintage Chanel flap bag.

Other ways to wear: black cardigan and peplum skirt, feather print maxi dress in summer, wedges and skinny jeans, vintage Chanel flap bag and a black dress.

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What I wore:

Dress: Gigi printed maxi dress (C/O)
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic mouse flats (on sale in black or silver!)
Bag: Chanel vintage quilted lambskin flap (same in beige, and green)

Why I wore it:

Not such a picturesque backdrop this time! I was heading down the coast for a night out and had hoped to get a photo on my sister's balcony. However by the time I got there and got changed into my dress it was dark and I'd forgotten the flash for my camera. I'd worn jeans and a breastfeeding singlet in the car there to express as I travelled. Not wanting to let the wearing of this pretty dress go to waste, I just took blog pics inside. As I can't feed or express in this dress it will be a little while before I get to wear it again.

It was nice getting dressed up and going out for the evening though, I had a really fun night. It was my first night away from baby since he was born, so I was slightly emotional!


Last worn: printed maxi dress, gold mouse flats, vintage Chanel flap (above).

Other ways to wear: printed maxi dress and a purple bag, gold mouse flats and a pencil skirt, vintage Chanel flap and jeans.




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Printed Jeans, Silver Flats and Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere

I have a large collection of jeans, but just like every other category of clothing in my wardrobe, I tend to have a few favourites I rotate between. When I realised I'd been wearing the printed jeans I bought in June quite a lot I thought I'd show some love to my other pair of printed jeans, my pink leopard print ones. Wore them both with gray cardigans, neutral tops and my Louis Vuitton Speedy bandouliere bag as it makes an easy outfit.

What I wore: 

Jacket: Paper Scissors grey wrap cardigan

Tee: Atmos&Here charcoal grey v neck tee
Jeans: Portmans pink leopard print skinny jeans
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs silver tuxedo flats (on sale!)
Bag: Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

Although it was just a lazy Sunday with the boys, took the chance to wear these jeans again as they are long overdue a wear. It's been 10 months since I last wore them. I really like pink and grey together and a simple grey tee seems the perfect pairing with such a busy print. Even though I frequently wear grey tees with these jeans, I enjoy wearing them so much I'm not too concerned if they don't get worn with everything in my wardrobe.


Last worn: grey wrap cardigan, grey tee, pink leopard print jeans, silver ballet flats, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere.

Other ways to wear: grey wrap cardigan and a maxi skirt, grey tee and a baby bump, pink leopard print jeans at the beach, silver flats and blue jeans, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere and trench coats.

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What I wore:

Jacket: Jeanswest Alice longline Australian wool cardigan (Get an extra 40% off all knits now at Jeanswest!)

Tank: MEV Britney bubble tank in mood indigo C/O Zibibo
Jeans: Sass & Bide Playman skinny jeans
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs silver tuxedo flats (on sale!)
Bag: Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

Cosy cardi and printed jeans combination again! I caught up with some of the ladies from my mother's group I joined when toddler T was a baby. It was fun meeting everyone's second babies - quite a few of us have had another baby. Printed jeans seemed like a good choice for something a little different from the usual blue denim, and the neutral navy breastfeeding tank goes with everything.


Last worn: wool cardigan, breastfeeding tank, printed skinny jeans and purple, silver ballet flats (above), Louis Vuitton speedy bag (above).

Other ways to wear: wool cardigan and blue jeans, breastfeeding tank and striped skirt, printed skinny jeans worn two ways, silver ballet flats and a wrap dress, Louis Vuitton speedy bag and a maxi skirt.

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Blue Printed Kimonos, Grey Tees and Skinny Jeans

While autumn was so mild in Brisbane I took the chance to get in one last wear of my favourite kimonos before the winter weather arrived. And of course, they were both blue!

What I wore:

Jacket: New Look Petite print kimono (on sale, 70% off!)

Tee: Atmos&Here grey v-neck tee with rolled sleeves (similar in black or white)
Jeans: Jeanswest Bindi skinny 7/8 jeans in indigo luxe
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs silver tuxedo flats (on sale!)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Love cross body bag in grey (on sale!)

Why I wore it:

Felt all dressed up in this because I wore makeup for a change. I had the chance to catch up with fashion & beauty blogger Beth from Almost Posh while she was on holiday in Brisbane. I figured I should wear makeup to meet up with a makeup guru!

Nice simple outfit for coffee and cake, and we even had a little time to browse some of the stores. I picked up a cute tank in the Target sale before heading home.


Last worn: navy printed kimono, grey oversized tee, Jeanswest prima skinny jeans, silver ballet flats, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag.

Other ways to wear: navy printed kimono and a newborn, grey tee and denim shorts, Jeanswest prima skinny jeans and blush blazer, silver ballet flats and a wrap dress, Rebecca Minkoff Love bag and a maxi dress.

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What I wore:

Sunnies: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers (30% off at Nordstrom!)
Jacket: Cotton On 'Gemma' cocoon kimono in Laos blossom navy print
Tee: Jeanswest 'Lucy' colour block tee in grey marle/rosebud
Jeans: Jeanswest Super Skinny Jeans in Mid Indigo
Shoes: Walnut Melbourne 'Ava' black lizard ballet flats (also available in grey)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff neon pink mini MAC (new purchase, on sale!)

Why I wore it:

Wore this to go out shopping for a new washing machine, not very exciting. The old one had been playing up for a while and despite paying a few hundred dollars to have it "repaired" and some parts replaced, it finally gave up this month. A new one was urgently needed. With two boys under 2, there is a LOT of washing required! Since I liked the grey tee, denim and kimono combo above, I wore it again. Unlike the washing machine repair, I have definitely got my money's worth from this $3 kimono.

Wearing a new purchase too - this hot pink Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC. I'd been selling a few bags on ebay and of course when selling you have to browse the listings first and see what prices things are going for... Couldn't resist this bargain of a bag when I came across it. Really like the way the pink works with the floral print of the kimono.


Last worn: RayBan Wayfarers, floral cocoon kimono, grey tee, skinny jeans, black ballet flats. First time I've worn the pink mini MAC as it's a recent purchase.

Other ways to wear: floral kimono at 39 weeks pregnant, grey tee and printed shorts, skinny jeans and a striped henley, black ballet flats and a wrap dress. 

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Postpartum Outfits: Singlets, Shorts and Kimonos

I've shared the last of my pregnancy photos on the blog, and our baby boy has arrived, so now I get to share my postpartum style with you. I use the word 'style' pretty loosely!

When you have a newborn, your world revolves around them and getting dressed each day isn't always manageable, or something instagram or blog worthy! But with two boys under two, there are some days you do have to get out of the house and some even better days where you manage to wear something clean you feel good in. I'll be sharing some of those pictures on the blog when I can.

The anticipated autumn weather hadn't arrived with the changing of the seasons, so my first few trips out I stuck with my summer pregnancy uniform - shorts, singlet and kimono. Just wearing nursing singlets instead of maternity singlets.

What I wore:

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers
Jacket: Somedays Lovin' Yakuza print kimono (on sale!)

Singlet: Jeanswest maternity nursing cami
Shorts: Jeanswest Georgie maternity boyfriend shorts (available in non-maternity also)
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Balenciaga giant hardware Day bag in 2009 tempete

Why I wore it:

Wore this for one of our first trips out post-baby! Had to stop by our local child health clinic after we were discharged from hospital to get baby boy enrolled and ask some questions. When toddler T was a baby we spent a lot of time at the clinic, getting lots of help, advice, going to free sessions and having weekly weigh-ins. I've shared before what a great free service it is - we really are so lucky to be able to drop by any day of the week in the newborn days.


Last worn: Ray-Ban Wayfarers, Somedays Lovin' kimono, Jeanswest breastfeeding singlet, maternity boyfriend shorts, Havaianas, Balenciaga day bag.

Other ways to wear: Somedays Lovin' kimono and a maxi skirt, Jeanswest breastfeeding singlet and skinny jeans, maternity boyfriend shorts and LV speedy bag, Balenciaga day bag and maxi dresses.

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What I wore:

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban new Wayfarers
Jacket: Choies red vintage pattern kimono

Singlet: Best and Less black breastfeeding singlet
Shorts: Jeanswest Georgie maternity boyfriend shorts (available in non-maternity also)
Shoes: black slim Havaianas thongs
Bag: Balenciaga giant hardware Day bag in 2009 tempete

Why I wore it:

Wore this out for a trip to the local ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association) meeting. We'd had an appointment scheduled for later that day that was cancelled, so we were able to go to the meeting at the last minute. I was pretty happy as the session was about baby massage, which is a lot of fun for all involved. Even if toddler T wanted to play with the toys instead and baby boy slept...I practiced the techniques on a nearby doll!


Last worn: RayBan wayfarer (above), tribal print kimono, black nursing singlet, maternity denim shorts (above), Havaianas (above), Balenciaga day bag (above).

Other ways to wear: tribal print kimono and skinny jeans, black nursing singlet and a maxi skirt, maternity denim shorts and a plain tank, Balenciaga day bag and skinny jeans.

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Monthly Purchases: April

You gave me some positive feedback for my monthly purchase wrap up for January/February so I thought I'd do one again showing what I bought in April and how I've worn it. (I didn't buy anything in March as I was in my final month of pregnancy). While I haven't had a chance to put blog posts together, I've been sharing my outfit pics on instagram so I can still show the ways I've been wearing what I bought.

I certainly made up for not shopping in March! There was a bag I'd had my eye on at Shopbop and when the friends and family sale came along I couldn't resist picking up a few other things too with an extra 25% off.

What I Bought in April

In the video:

• Rebecca Minkoff unlined saddle bag in cherry red 
• Tai gold alphabet necklace 
• Marc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque ballet flats 

Not in the video:

• Atmos & Here Oregon stripe tank

This tank was a last minute add on at the Iconic. I picked up a couple undies in their sale and was 50 cents away from free shipping. Instead of paying $7.95 just for shipping...I paid $9.98 and got the tank and free shipping! You can never have too many stripes.

How I Wore It:

• Rebecca Minkoff unlined saddle bag in cherry red (worn six times)
• Tai gold alphabet necklace 
• Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque Ballet Flats (worn four times. 1, 2, 3, 4)
• Atmos & Here Oregon stripe tank (worn twice: here and here)

I didn't do too badly wearing everything. I have a goal of wearing things I buy at least twice in the month after I've bought it, so that I'm making sure I'm buying things I'll actually wear. The only thing I haven't worn is the necklace which is to be expected as I'm breastfeeding and try to avoid necklaces while baby's in the uncoordinated newborn phase. I know I'll be wearing it soon.

Despite not getting out the house every day with a newborn, and figuring out postpartum dressing the second time around, I managed to wear everything else twice or more. I'm sure people who follow me on instagram are getting really bored of seeing that Rebecca Minkoff bag now...but it's the perfect size and goes with everything! Being crossbody, it's perfect for looking after two boys under 2 as well!


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Second Trimester Pregnancy Outfit Inspiration: 38 Outfit Ideas

I've been blogging for over 4 years and through two pregnancies, so I thought a wrap up of my favourite maternity outfits would be a great resource for anyone looking for pregnancy outfit inspiration!

As well as sharing my second trimester travel essentials I previously did a series about my wardrobe changes in each trimester you might find helpful too. I spoke about what worked and what didn't in my second trimester.

This will be a very photo-heavy post as I share a few of my favourite second trimester outfits. 38 different pregnancy outfit ideas! There are links below all the photos if you want more details.

Office Wear:

I bought two ASOS maternity pencil skirts and they got a lot of wear in the office.

My single maternity wrap dress was a real wardrobe workhorse, being worn almost weekly, although I continued to wear my regular non-maternity dresses in the second trimester as well. Fit and flare or empire waist dresses were perfect for this.

Asos maternity panelled pencil skirt in tartan check (non-maternity version here)

1: red bag, grey tee, tartan pencil skirt | 2: red shirt, tartan pencil skirt | 3: orange bag, printed skirt

 Asos maternity graphic print pencil skirt (non-maternity version here)

1: grey tee, printed pencil skirt | 2: wrap front top, printed pencil skirt | 3: teal henely, black and white skirt

1: paisley print dress | 2: striped dress with pink accessories | 3: Aztec print dress and blazer

1: Soon Maternity wrap dress, Chloe Paddington | 2: floral wrap dress | 3: printed wrap dress, pink bag

Maxi Dresses:

I only needed one maternity maxi dress for both pregnancies, the majority of my existing maxi dresses were stretchy enough to work through all three trimesters. There were a few I outgrew in the second trimester though.

1: black maxi dress and denim jacket | 2: Black and white printed dress | 3: feather print maxi dress

4: maxi dress and glitter belt | 5: Mothers En Vogue maternity maxi dress | 6: maxi dress for Christmas

Maternity Denim - Jeans and Shorts:

I added a second pair of maternity denim shorts to my wardrobe for my most recent pregnancy as I was heavily pregnant over summer and it was too hot for jeans. Previously I was doing a full work week and with the cooler temperatures and dressing for casual Friday, my maternity jeans were worn a lot more.

1: pinstripe shirt and skinny jeans | 2: casual travel outfit | 3: printed top and skinny jeans

4: print mixing and jeans | 5: floral top and denim | 6: printed kimono and skinny jeans