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Monday 8 October 2012

Pink Embellished Collar Top, Checked Pencil Skirt, Sarah Conners Bag, Studded Flats

Here's what I wore to work today:
Sunnies: Pink leopard print sunglasses from Paddy's Markets in Sydney
Bracelets: the usual plus Balenciaga Silver Giant Triple Tour Bracelet in Rose Bruyere
Top: Cotton On embellished collar shift top in blush
SkirtAsos tailored checked workwear pencil skirt 
ShoesNineWest Lovelyou studded flats in black 
BagSarah Conners Python bag in ebony

Close up of accessories and bag:

Nice simple outfit for a Monday. I like the studded pearl detail on the collar of this top, but I couldn't resist wearing studded flats too. I've been slowly expanding my collection of flats so I have some fun shoes to wear to work without putting too much strain on my knee injury. I have more flats than heels now, which is a good balance and very comfortable for my feet too! What's your shoe collection like?


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's a new purchase.



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Thursday 14 March 2013

Poppywinkle Top, Polka Dot Pencil Skirt | Zara Frayed Blazer, Printed Tunic Dress, Marc Jacobs Fran Bag

Here's what I wore to work on Wednesday:
Bracelets: the usual
TopJanet polka dot chiffon top in cream C/O Poppywinkle
SkirtCotton On 'Mica' mesh spot skirt in dusty pink
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque Flats in Two Tone blush and black
BagSarah Conners python bag in ebony


Thought that the polka dot collar on this top would pair nicely with this pencil skirt. I really liked the two pieces together :)


Last worn: Poppywinkle pleat top, polka dot pencil skirt, two tone flats, Sarah Conners bag.


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Here's what I wore to travel to Melbourne and explore the city today:
Jacket: Zara frayed basket weave blazer with zips in red
Necklace: gift from DH
Bracelets: the usual
Dress: Zara printed bib front tunic dress in black
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque flats in camel
BagMarc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown from Reebonz


It was supposed to be warm and sunny in Melbourne today, so a dress seemed like a nice idea to be comfortable for the flight down and for walking around the city. I ended up having to wear my jacket as well as it was a bit chilly, although it warmed up and I could put my scarf away after lunch.

Spent some time today walking around, catching trams, having absolutely delicious cupcakes with amazing company and visiting the usual tourist spots - I will try to put some photos up on my facebook page if you want to see. Had to take this quick one in the hotel's rooftop garden as I didn't have any other head to toe shots.


Last worn: Zara jacket, printed dress, Marc by Marc Jacobs flats, Marc Jacobs Fran bag.


I'm excited to attend my first Melbourne Reebonz offline sale tomorrow! Hope you can join me!

Hotel: INTERCONTINENTAL MELBOURNE THE RIALTO
Address : 495 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Room: Rialto 2 & 3

Date and Time: 15th Mar ( 11am - 8pm), 16th Mar ( 11am - 5pm)

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Monday 10 September 2012

Giveaway, Zara Blazer, Jeanswest Ruffle Top and Pencil Skirt, Python Bag

Here's what I wore to go back to work today:
Jacket: Zara Frayed basket weave blazer with zips in red (New purchase, similar here
TopJeanswest 'Ricky' ruffle front top in midnight
Skirt: Jeanswest zip detail ponte pencil skirt (New purchase)
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in red suede
BagSarah Conners Python bag in ebony

Close up of accessories and bag:
NecklaceHouse of Harlow gold mini key pendant necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus two old blue bead bracelets, two metal and fabric Indigo Rose Design bracelets


Reebonz are coming to Brisbane this weekend for another offline sale!


You saw the bag I bought last time, I'm hoping there are even more great buys at this sale! Hope to see you there if you're in Brisbane.

Reebonz have also been kind enough to give me a couple of goodie bags to give away! You can find all of the details on my facebook page.

Good luck! :)


The top was last worn here, shoes here and bag here. The skirt is a new purchase and the blazer I bought in Sydney.

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Wednesday 1 March 2017

Wardrobe Inventory | 6 Months Without Shopping Update 2

Another month over, another month of my #6MonthsWithoutShopping challenge completed!

Just like last month, I managed to avoid the sales and stores most of the time. The continuing heatwaves meant playdates at home in the aircon and so there was no shopping temptations from meeting up in Westfield. Unsubscribing from emails from online stores has helped keep temptation at bay as well.

The biggest help in avoiding shopping has been the boys though! Their naps have gone from sometimes lining up to never lining up so it's extremely difficult to waste time online 'just browsing' shopping sites. That has been the major factor to make this month another easy month for avoiding shopping. I feel it's made me a bad blogger too as it's so hard to read other blogs but baby routines change so much, it's only temporary.


Two years ago I did a wardrobe inventory. I wanted to do one last year but never seemed to find the time. I'd like to make it an annual thing. In 2015, I had 101 accessories and 266 items of clothing.

Since then I have had many more declutter sessions, a wardrobe detox with a personal stylist and another pregnancy. I was interested to see how the count would have changed this year. The totals below doesn't include things like pieces I only wear for layering, pyjamas and loungewear.


Wardrobe Inventory Closet Count for 2017 | Away From Blue Style Blogger

2017 Closet Totals


Accessories:


30 scarves

29 bags










24 pairs of shoes

  • 8 pairs flats
  • 1 pair of wedges
  • 3 pairs of heels
  • 2 pairs of Converse
  • 3 sandals 
  • 2 pairs of thongs (flip flops)
  • 5 pairs of boots


Clothes:


97 tops, including

  • 15 fitted tanks
  • 21 other tanks
  • 24 nongrey tees
  • 7 grey tees
  • 9 long sleeve tops
  • 6 shirts
  • 5 camis

6 jumpers

8 cardigans

20 jackets, including

  • 3 blazers
  • 7 kimonos
  • 3 leather jackets
  • 2 trench coats

16 pairs of jeans

  • 1 set of flares
  • 2 printed jeans
  • 13 skinny jeans

4 pairs of shorts

19 skirts

  • 8 maxi skirts
  • 1 a line skirt
  • 10 pencil skirts

41 dresses, including

  • 3 wrap dresses
  • 11 maxi dresses
  • 17 office dresses



Final totals:


83 accessories
211 items of clothing
294 pieces


My wardrobe had 367 items in 2015 so 294 is a step in the right direction! I do try to share my wardrobe edits on the blog when I've given something its last wear and it is leaving my wardrobe. Sometimes I never give pieces a final wear and I don't like them when I try them on or I remember I didn't like them last time I wore them and so I donate or sell them.

It's wonderful that I've managed to reduce the number of bags and scarves but I'm surprised I've increased the number of shoes I own! I'm disappointed I have so many dresses, after I got rid of a few at the end of the Frocktober challenge. It's good to see I've halved the number of grey tees though.


How Many Outfits?


Since I'm attempting the #30Wears challenge this year I thought it would be interesting to calculate how many outfits I'd have in my wardrobe if I tried to get 30 wears from everything. Keeping it simple as maths isn't my strong point, just looking at tops and dresses and not outfit combinations:

30 wears from 41 dresses is 1,230 outfits. Almost 3 and a half years of outfits. 
30 wears from 97 tops is 2,910 outfits. Almost 8 years of outfits.


And I frequently think I have nothing to wear, wow...😮

If I was to just focus on getting 30 wears out of everything I currently own, I wouldn't need to buy any new clothes for around 11 years. Somehow 6 months without shopping seems like a very short time. You can be sure I'll be looking back at these numbers when I'm tempted to buy something, to help me stick to my no-shopping challenge for the next 4 months.



I really liked looking at how my wardrobe has changed in 2 years and if you enjoyed seeing it too I'll attempt another inventory next year. If you've done a similar count please leave a link to your post in the comments, I'd love to read it.


Linking up with Fashion Files, Budgeting Bloggers, Fun Fashion, Fabulous Friday.


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Saturday 16 February 2013

Sequin Embellished Tank, Black Skinny Jeans | Leopard, Burgundy Pants, Vintage Chanel Bag

Here's what I wore to work for casual Friday:
TopJeanswest 'Darcy' embellished top in Winter coral
Bracelets: the usual plus gifted Balenciaga classic pearly grey double tour bracelet
JeansCotton On black skinny jeans
ShoesRubi primo ballet flats in silver
BagSarah Conners Python bag in ebony

Close up of accessories and bag:

Had an important meeting on Friday, so wore my black jeans to be both casual Friday and meeting appropriate! There were rain showers all day, but we got lucky and managed to take these photos in a break just before the rains hit and stuck around that evening, which was nice.


The top was last worn here, jeans here, shoes here and bag here.

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Here's what I wore to go out shopping with DH and spend some time with family today:
TopForever 21 oversized leopard print top
Bracelets: the usual plus Hermes Kelly Double tour bracelet in rubis and gifted Ferragamo double wrap bracelet
PantsJeansWest Fiona Skinny Leg pant in Shiraz
Shoes: gifted black slim Havaianas thongs
BagChanel vintage quilted lambskin flap from Reebonz

Close up of accessories and bag:

Unfortunately the sun peeked out from the clouds just as we were taking photos, and I'd forgotten to bring a pair of sunnies! Should be more prepared.

Today was a cooler day with all the rain so I dressed for warmth and comfort as we went shopping to find DH a new pair of shoes. Of course while we were shoe shopping I popped into a few other stores ;) Only bought one item - a cute polka dot skirt - which I'm looking forward to wearing to work soon. :)


The top was last worn here, pants here, shoes here and bag here.

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Thursday 12 July 2012

Black Trench, Asos Red Tulip Dress, Red Flats, Python Bag

Here's what I wore to work today:
JacketTemt Black trench coat (similar here)
Scarf: Gifted Burberry cashmere tartan scarf from a friend (similar here)
DressAsos tulip skirt dress in red
BeltJeanswest studded elasticated waist belt (similar here)
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs Logo Plaque Suede Flats in red (on sale at shopbop!)
BagSarah Conners Python bag in ebony 


Close up of accessories:
NecklaceIndigo Rose Design multi chain necklace
Bracelets: the usual plus swarovski crystal bracelet from Indigo Rose Design and Hermes Kelly Double tour bracelet in rubis (similar here)


Should you wear red shoes with a red dress? A colleague commented that my outfit was very red today - but it was nice to wear a bright cheerful colour on such a dull day. What do you think? Too much red?


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


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Wednesday 25 July 2012

Leopard Print Scarf, Star Print Top, French Connection Draped Wrap Jersey Skirt, Python Bag

Here's what I wore to work today:
JacketBarkins beige trench coat (similar here)
ScarfSportsgirl animal scarf in Violet 
TopCotton On Salta peasant top in black / gardenia star gazer print
SkirtFrench Connection Clover Jersey Plain wrap skirt
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs Two Tone Logo Plaque Flats in blush and black
BagSarah Conners Python bag in ebony

Close up of accessories:
Necklacegift from DH (similar here)
Bracelets: the usual plus Indigo Rose Design black leather Swarovski beaded wrap bracelet


I saw this skirt at French Connection yesterday - it was on sale and the last one left, in my size! Had to buy it ;) I think it will be nice for work as well as weekend, what do you think?


The jacket was last worn here, scarf here, top here and bag here. This is the first time I've worn the shoes and skirt.

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