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Another jacket has joined the fray; this time a nipped in wool houndstooth blazer, completely impractical for the New York summer that lies ahead. But with my current jacket obsession showing no signs of abating, (as demonstrated  here) I was unable to say no.

Jacket, Bardot
Dress, gift from my lovely ladies (H&M)

Accessories, vintage, H&M, Diva

Boots, Wittner

Glasses, Rayban

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All things seem possible in May

I've had one of those magical weeks when pipe dreams seemingly so unobtainable suddenly burst into reality. Confirmation of my internship for a big New York fashion PR house, an assignment from a London based online publication to review the shows at Rosemount Fashion Week and a mention in Grazia magazine has me thinking whoever hands out the luck up there might have given me an extra dose.

With my mind preoccupied, I've been reaching for classic pieces that don't require much thought. A white shirt stolen borrowed from the boyfriend and my GAP black skinny jeans which despite a year of backpacking still hold up strong. 

Shirt- Givenchy

Jeans- GAP

Blazer- H&M

Shoes- Sportsgirl

Bag- Mulberry

Rings, Vintage

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Sartorial stress...

The lovely Sarah, who sold me the most amazing vintage gold trousers (coming soon) wearing a headband by Gail Sorronda 

It is approximately 11 days 11 hours 4 minutes and 52 seconds until Rosemount Australia Fashion week. This year the event commemorates fifteen years of innovation and with Scott Schuman from The Satorialist, Garance Dore, Tim Blanks, Tommy Ton and Susie from Stylebubble all registered to attend I'd imagine there is some serious sartorial stress going on.

I've read more twitter and blog updates about outfits quandaries than I have about the fifteen year anniversary celebrations so I've decided it's time to stop sitting around eating cupcakes and decide what to wear... after all I've only got 11 days 10 hours and 37 minutes to go...

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GRAZIA MAGAZINE

 I'm in Grazia Magazine this week, little old me in my Topshop skirt! Thanks Grazia!

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Dappled light

Boots, Wittner

accessories, vintage 

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At home with Missoni

Post recession, marketers have learnt the importance of brand loyalty. The Spring Summer 2010 Missoni campaign was shot by Juergen Teller featuring a series of family portraits at the Missoni home. Their recognition of the need to connect with their followers signifies a shift in traditional advertising methods and a return to simple straightforward messages that influence an emotional resonance with consumers.

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Life looks better in blur

My new lens arrived today and I excitedly ran around taking pictures of everything, I can't wait to try it out in New York. Thanks to my gorgeous friend and photographer Nat for the advice!

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Trousers; not for boys

I have a thing for trousers. Peg top, harem, high waist, tailored, belted and pocketed, I like to believe they bring a certain effortless chic to an outfit. So it was with particular delight and notions of a certain Dries look that I recently uncovered these ones in a thrift shop. 

Unfortunately my boyfriend doesn't appear to share the same trouser sentiment. Whilst I look in the mirror and conjure visions of long legged Chloe girls galloping down the runway in soft silk caramel, he takes a different view and judging by a recent observation I'm guessing his is more grandma with her slacks on than wholesome highlights from Hannah Macgibbon. 

I'm afraid tailored trousers might belong within the same realm as many of Carrie Bradshaw's outfits do; venerated and emulated by women worldwide yet remain completely stupefying to your average male. On that note, I'm off to hunt for my latest vision, a nice pair of khaki high waisted ones, bet the boyf will love them. 

Trousers, Endeavor Foundation Paddington

Jacket, Bardot

T shirt, Country Road

Shoes, Sportsgirl

Bag, Mulberry

Photos, long suffering boyfriend and trouser lover Paul (thanks babe)

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Busy with anticipation

I've been busy. Working, rummaging in thrift shops and of course planning New York. Most importantly I've been looking for somewhere to call home. Any suggestions for good areas? These photos from our last trip give me goosebumps of anticipation; I can't wait to see those dusty streets and ginkgo trees again.

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Reflective thoughts

Jacket, Bardot

Shorts, Country Road

Shirt, Witchery

Belt, Vintage

Accessories, Sportsgirl & vintage

It's fair to say my relationship with Australia hasn't always been a great love story.  Australia and England might share the same tongue but past that cultural differences can be vast and idiosyncrasies viewed as characteristic through tourist eyes can become obtuse, awkward contentions when struggling to find familiarity. It's taken two years to feel as though I've found my feet; the essential building blocks such as meeting friends, knowing where a great coffee shop is and making connections in the industry have finally fallen into place. 

I took a long walk today, and even though I can't wait for the New York adventure to begin,  there was an ache of sadness when I considered what I will leave behind; great friends, arching blue skies and a country where if you look just a little, you will find creativity in bounds. 

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