Style Diary: Ripped Off

For some reason I'm into the Sleeveless. 

Some could say it's because it's Summer. 

Some could say it is cheaper without the sleeves or that I'm into arms? (which is a negative)

There is something about sleeveless looks which just appeal to me at current. 

I thought I'd let this look be a bit ragged and ripped off (don't mind the pun) with my DIY Ripped Jeans.

I honestly don't see why someone would want to pay for anything ripped? .... I'd rather do it myself. 

A pair of scissors, rolling around on the floor and a good machine wash and Waa lah! 

For something fancy I'm wearing my Make Believe flower necklace, which contrasts the edge for something pretty and fragile.

Uber deep I am.

Topshop Sleeveless Blazer + DIY Ripped Ladakh Jeans + Nique Tank + H&M Boots + Make Believe Necklace

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Endearing

 Topshop + A Great View + Elle UK-ing + Dinner with the Wifey

Hola!

Sorry about the lack-there-of-posts. I swear I haven't forgotten about the blog, though with Christmas coming up I'm uber busy. I managed to somehow juggle crazy work hours and a social life for a second week in the row. Though as I type I'm downing a nice hot cup of lemon and honey as my voice has become all husky -like really attractive no? I promise that posts will increase after the Christmas period, I shall be posting, shooting and shopping away with a stylish Santa Hat! 

A bit of London has touched down in Melbourne with the first Australian Topshop store opening at the Jam Factory. I must say I was eager to see whether it would carry the same vibes from Europe to Australia with stock and overall feel. I'm happy to say it's a good expansion. I'm giving it a few months to settle in before I start to frequent the store which practically has taken over the Jam Factory. I saw many pieces that I love love love, there was one long printed maxi which X Factor UK finalist Janet Devlin wore. I swooned over it... though I don't think it's going to be well received downunder... ah well. 

I obviously shopped... picking up a sleeveless blazer which I must admit was pretty tame for me, I'm trying to be good with my saving and such...

Throughout the week I took a break from my detox for some Christmas Work Drinks with some yummy 'Hola Shots' and Japanese dessert galore. It's nice to balance a hectic schedule with something fun, instead of going home and prepping for the next day. I also had a 21st Birthday which was hilarious, familiar faces and plenty of yummy food! I whipped out my Unif Hellraisers which always get a good reception... though people bending down touching my shoes... a weird feeling that I'll never get used to..

Endearing. It's my word of the moment.

Trying to suss out a future path I'm following whatever excites and motivates me; anything endearing.

 To me it's something that's natural and that simply 'works' whether it be with tasks or the company I keep. 

I'm trying to ensure that there is something or someone endearing, it makes life interesting to say the least.

It's not too complex or beige...

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Style Diary - Sloppy 55

I like a random mix of things. Vintage, Designer, DIY and the occasional no name basic. 

I've had these overall pants from Zipia. One of those purchases where I like what I see, not sure how I'll wear it but I buy it moments. They are really comfy, slim fitting with two thin strap overalls which button at the front. I actually kind of forgot that I had them until I did a bit of a wardrobe clean out. 

For this look I paired the pants with one of my sloppy sweaters. I actually got this oversized sweater from K-Mart; a very cheap find. It's one of those creature comfort pieces, normally for very casual days. I cut the neckline so that it is a deep and if I want it somewhat off the shoulder, just so I'm not swimming in it all. 

I like when my style mixes everything together, I think it gives it more personality and it gives me much more to play with!

I'm going for a casual everyday look so to speak. To give it some more well me, I added my new Senso Acacia Wedges (Read more of the Sixth Senso), 5 Preview '55' Necklace and my Topshop Envelope Clutch. 

In my mind this is something I'd wear on a creative day, maybe chuck on some geek glasses whilst running errands, going to a shoot (again fantasy world), it's my creative look. 

K-Mart Sweater + Zipia Overall Pant + Senso Diffusion Acacia Wedges + Topshop Envelope Clutch + 5 Preview '55' Necklace + Casio Watch

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Style Diary - Fly me to the Moon

I feel like the Moonman, but a Tres Amazing one...

So last week I wore red bright jeans, this week I'm moving forward (and on trend) with metallics.

These pair of silver jeans from Zara, I was just browsing around and these jeans caught my eye.
To me these bad boys scream 90's, glam, strong and mod.
 It was one of those purchases I just saw and walked straight to the counter!

I wanted a strong look for the pants, so I added my Lanvin ♥ H&M blazer, draped tank and high boots. I love love love my blazer, the sheen on the lapel and the jeweled buttons ah! I cannot stop smiling! 

Accessorizing the look I added a simple cuff, long gunmetal necklace and my Asos box clutch. 
Going for a strong look to suit the metallic I chose pieces with strong blocky elements, predominately in black not to shy attention from the jeans.

Everyone grab yourself some metallic ahahha x

Lanvin ♥ H&M Blazer + Cotton On Tank + Zara Jeans + Gifted Cuff + Topshop Necklace + Asos Clutch + Zipia Boots 

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Midweek Fashion Gossip

Clutch from House of Harlow 1960 collection (Credit: House of Harlow)

- Rachel Weisz is the new face of Bulgari's 'Jasmin Noir' fragrance cont.

- Rumor has it Gwyneth Paltrow might be the next collaborator with UK brand Topshop. cont.

- New shots of Kelly Osbourne for Madonna and Lourdes' Material Girl line. cont.

- Nicole Ritchie's House of Harlow 1960 is expanding to Handbags and Clutches. cont.

Midweek Fashion Gossip

Sneak Peak of K-Mart's new Ads. (Photo Credit: WWD)

- Ice Skater Johnny Weir has been announced as the new face for MAC Cosmetics. cont.

- Kate Moss will be designing a range of cosmetics for Rimmel London. cont.

- Supermodel Naomi Campbell is going to add designer to her resume designing denim for Fiorucci. cont. 

- Topshop is coming to Australia. cont.

- Retailers K-Mart are revamping their advertising strategy, marketing their clothes as stylish chic/American Apparelesque. cont.

Florence Welch - Nylon June 2011 Spread

(Credit: Nylon Magazine)

Here are a few shots from Florence Welch's Nylon June Music Issue. The shoot was shot by Valerie Phillips.

In the issue Welch discusses Florence + the Machine's upcoming album. 

"A lot of the songs on the new album are about imaginary things, things that you can't touch- ghosts and rumors, my dead grandmother, things visiting you in a dream. It's almost like I am taking the Oscars and all those amazing events and turning them into something that brings you back to your reality."

I mentioned on my cover post that I love love loved the cardigan Welch is wearing, follow the jump for the full fashion credits. It's Vivienne Westwood Gold Label love!

Want more from NYLON visit their website here!

Follow the jump to see more shots and cover credits...

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(Credit: Nylon Magazine)

                   

Florence's Cover Look
Cardigan (I want!) - Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
Tank - Topshop
Shorts - Topshop

Style Diary - Geeky? Chic

I wear glasses. Not often, mainly because I have contacts. But I do sometimes...

I'm not really a fan of glasses, I just think they make me look weird and geeky. Maybe it's because I haven't found a good pair. But I thought for this look why not don a pair of fake over sized ones just for fun.

As winter is upon us these are my last Summer/Autumn look posts. No more short shorts for a while... 

I love this casual look, simple fitted blazer from work (which has intense shoulder pads that I love love love), a grey deep neck singlet from Nique (given to me by my sister) and short shorts from work (on sale and they are tres comfy). 

To make the look that bit more special I added my Forever 21 necklace (some gunmetal polygon wrapped in chains), a handmade ring I picked up from Barcelona and my two favourite items at the moment my Topshop envelope clutch and my bronze Lanvin ♥ H&M dress shoes that I got in Lyon. 

I miss sunny days...

Follow the jump to see more Geeky? Chic....

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Blazer - Cotton On

Singlet - Nique

Shorts - Cotton On

Shoes - Lanvin ♥ H&M

Ring - Barcelona Street Vendor 

Clutch - Topshop

Necklace - Forever 21

Photos taken by Denim Eyes aka Krystal 

Style Diary - Blazing? Gold

So you know how I mentioned that I have a things for certain pieces of clothing. Drop crotch pants are probably my favourite, but blazers are a close second. I tend to wear them or a leather jacket. I just like the structure it can give to a look, whether it has intense shoulder pads or not the sharp collar and slim fit suit me well. 

I stumbled on this gold H&M blazer on my second time Paris, here is the scene. January, I'm on the Champs-Élysées just finished seeing the Arc de Triomphe, and there is a sale at H&M. Could I resist?... No. Some of my favourite things I bought at this H&M so I went and amongst all of the sale stock (basically the entire stock) was this blazer by its lonesome. Tried it on and I was sold! 

The blazer has navy and gold lining which I love love love, I matched the blazer with a dark navy leather tie I got in Ireland at a vintage store, white Hanes tee, my skinniest jeans, loose chain necklace and my killer black Zipia boots. I wore this look (minus the boots and + my McScarfage) on my birthday, nothing like a bit of shine to make you feel good.

See more of  Blazing? Gold over the jump... 

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Blazer - H&M  

T-Shirt - Hanes

Leather Tie - Vintage from Ireland

Jeans - Old JayJays

Boots - Zipia

Necklace - Topshop

Midweek Fashion Gossip

Kelly Cutrone's Latest Book
Credit: HarperCollins

- Jewelery designer Pamela Love is rumored to be collaborating with Topshop for a future collection. cont.

- Singer Lily Allen is released sketches for a possible plus size fashion range. cont.

- Rachel Zoe's former assistant Brad Goreski has landed his own television show. cont.

- Carine Roitfeld has been seen styling with Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Autumn Winter 2011 Campaign.
cont.

- People's Revolution's Kelly Cutrone is releasing another book entitled 'Normal Gets You Nowhere'. cont.

Style Diary - Quilted Love

One thing I have realized when unpacking was that I have a lot more winter/cooler weather clothing. As it being summer and all its mildly frustrating that I can't wear any of these pretty pieces. I got this quilted shoulder sweater from Topman in Malaysia, and these really cool pair of black trousers from H&M when I was in Paris. 


I particularly love the pants as they have really deep exaggerated pockets which work well with the skinny leg of the pant. Love love love

Follow the jump to see my lookbook shots...

Grey Sweater -Topman

 Black Skinny Trousers with Deep Pockets - H&M 

Black Spike Stud Earrings - Topshop

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Style Diary - MotorJacket

I got this jacket from Topshop a month ago, I love love love it a lot. It's just something a bit tough but fun to play around with. 

Follow the jump for my look...

MARTANx

Wearing: Motorcycle Jacket from Topshop, White V Neck T-Shirt from Zara, Black Waxed Pants from H&M, Faux Leather Quilted Gloves from Dangerfield. 

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