Category Archives: Fashion

Heide & Seek

Some days, I can’t even be bothered pretending to enjoy modern art (oh! First World misery). On those days, I make a beeline for the gallery cafe (and giftshop). Last week, my gorgeous friend Sophie from Canberra- conveniently stranded in … Continue reading

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Lucky Number Seven

Trying out some new purchases on a windy Melbourne day.

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Before she was Bambi

Her name was Stef and we modelled together for emerging designers in a Fashion Incubator show at Melbourne Central during Melbourne Spring Fashion Week 2005. I doubt the designers appreciated at the time what a bargain they were getting having … Continue reading

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Beware: Zara Addiction

Excitement for the opening of a Zara store in Melbourne is expected to peak in the next week as the retail giant opens its doors in Bourke Street on the 15th of June (a week from tomorrow!). I won’t pretend … Continue reading

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Entrenched

Oh I love a classic trench. Especially when it’s on sale for $90 at Portmans. (google images & photos by Kate Down)

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A Pinch & A Punch

Happy first day of winter! Or if you live in Melbourne, happy 32nd day of winter (coldest May in 40 years anyone?!). I am now onto my second winter this year- having spent Dec, Jan, Feb in the northern hemisphere, … Continue reading

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Gender Bender

Today I try: Androgynous Fashion; Androgynous /adj./ 1. Being both male and female; hermaphroditic 2. having both masculine and feminine characteristics 3. having an ambiguous sexual identity I can’t say i’ve ever attempted to be sartorially ‘hermaphroditic’ before. I usually … Continue reading

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Don’t Hate On Hipsters

So it seems hipster-bashing is the new black. Need proof? Being a Dickhead’s Cool, http://www.latfh.com, From Cool to Tool, How much hipster can you pack in a Jazz. I wonder if anyone quick to mock hipster ways have ever considered … Continue reading

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Last Days of Autumn

A far more season-friendly outfit post today. I bought this coat from Savers for $16.95 two weeks ago, a welcome addition to my wardrobe just before winter. It’s a wool/cashmere blend and ridiculously warm. Off to the football tonight, go … Continue reading

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True Blue or Purple Haze?

So I had a problem trying to pick the perfect cliche post name for this post because I couldn’t figure out whether this dress is purple or blue?! Anyway, lately i’ve found myself strangely attracted to blue dresses and shirts … Continue reading

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