CENTRAL PARK IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA

Photos by Mr. T.& Me!

On me: Jacket Camilla and Marc, Shoes Isabel Marant, Bag Chanel, Leather leggings Helmut Lang, Knit Scanlan Theodore, Cashmere Banjo & Matilda, Lace dress Lover, Jeans James Jeans, Jewellery Jules Smith,

Welcoming myself back from what seemed like forever, the break from blogging that is, not NYC, and certainly never from vacationing, what a better homecoming post than that of my favourite city to visit: the Empire state. 

I was there just after the new year. This is always my favourite time to visit despite the usual encounter with the below zero temperatures. Why?! I hear you ask, well, think about it, everyone is still in festive mode, everything is on sale, enjoying cocktails from various cafes and bars that are concocted only during this special time of the year ....oh take me back! 

One of our favourite pass times wherever we visit is a stroll through the city's parks, enjoying the open space, away from the craziness and giving me a mid break just to take everything in. Of course, for NYC, Central Park is always a good idea. For those of you who have been during the warmer months through to about Fall (now, don't even get me started on the amazing colors of Fall in the Park; it's almost a must do), I do recommend paying her a visit in December / January. The whole landscape is completely different, gone is the sea of golden orange to a beautiful subdue icy blue, and if you are lucky, you may even get to see how she looks in a veil of snow.

Although there are no rules on where to begin, I usually like to enter the park from West 59th (south end of the park). From here, I can begin to head north and towards the Central Park Zoo. After this, the park is very much your oyster. Wander through and start to get lost in there, you'll come across so many little pockets of "parks within the park", such as the Conservatory Garden, or the Lilac Walk (although, in Winter it's not easily recognisable), Bethesda Terrace, and the iconic, Bow Bridge (pictured) & Gapstow Bridge.

These picts were taken right before the cold snap that swept through the city, the weather was a pleasant 9 degrees celsius. For this trip, I decided to take this beautiful Camilla and Marc Booleen Trench with me. It was the perfect staple piece to go with the pieces I took with me (I'll have to do a post on what to pack soon). Those who know me, know I tend to go for darker color choices when the temperature drops (must be a Melbourne / Paris thing?) and also my love for combining different textures. This trench then seems to be the epitome of what I love, combining the netting/ perforation of the scuba fabric on wool, and who said blue and black don't go together? The last two pictures were from the day before Central Park, just as I headed to brunch. Same siloutte, but I thought for a bit of fun, I wore my Lover lace dress with my leather leggings (when all else fails, wear leather legging under your dress). 

Over the next few weeks, I will be starting my city guide posts, there will be reviews and recommendations on the cities I've visited. Can't wait to share all my special places with you. And as always, be sure to share my little moments on Instagram

Good to be back!

xOxo

WO(MAN) CAVE

Photos by A. Hu

On me: T Shirt Brian Lichtenburg, Hooded Shirt SuperDry, Skirt All Saints, Sneakers Isabel Marant, Jewellery Vintage Cartier, What Women Want, Dominic Jones, Jules Smith, Sass and Bide

I spent a super fun evening raving the Treasurette store. It's one of my favourite stop for accessories: Givenchy, Rick Owens, Maison Martin Margiela, Jason Wu, Repetto, Stella McCartney, Dominic Jones, Aperlai, Pedro Garcia, Vassilisa, to name a few. Now, this is my ultimate wo'man' cave.

xOxo

RAIN, HAIL OR SHINE

 

Photos by A.Hu

On me: Coat Topshop, T Zoe Karssen, Jeans Zara, Kicks Isabel Marant, Clutch Maison Martin Margiela

A true testament to Melbourne's moodiness...these photos were taken within the hour. Love it or hate it, Melbourne's "four seasons in a day" is always a great talking point amongst locals and forever the first thing we warn outta-towners. Personally, I say bring it on! It is what makes this city unique and beautiful, after-all where else in the world can you carry on small talk about the weather?

By the way, you will come to realised that during the cold, my wardrobe is in various shades of black (grey, navy, charcoal). My friends always tease me about my monotone... I reassure them that my wardrobe is not just in various shades of black, but does include white and a splash of leopard print haha. Not to worry, I have been experimenting with colours more (especially since black is so hard to photograph), and rest assure, where I do put a dark outfit together, I always mix textures - leather, lace, silk, cashmere, hide - this keeps the look interesting as it adds dimension (these jeans are a perfect example of amp-up, it features a subtle python print that looks '3-D' as the print is in a different texture). Do you have a particular colour that you can always count on?

xOxo

LAST FRIDAY NITE

 

 

 

Photos by A.Hu

On me: Vest Claude Maus, Hooded Shirt SuperDry, T Shirt Brian Lichtenburg, Skirt All Saints, Bag Jason Wu, Sneakers Isabel Marant, Cuff Matthew Williamson, Jewellery Vintage Cartier, Dominic Jones, Jules Smith, Sass and Bide

These shots were taken on Friday, I just love dressing down sequins for day time and with my new Marant’s – it wasn’t too much of a challenge.  I can foresee that this skirt and sneakers  are ‘’till death do us part’ items.  Anyways, signing off. ..post soon.

xOxo

COFFEE BREAK

Photos by A.Hu

On me: Vest Nevenka, Neckpiece Matthew Williamson, Top ZoeKarsen, coated jeans Scanlan & Theodore, Sneakers Isabel Marant, Sunglasses Karen Walker, Jewellery Sass and Bide, Jules Smith, Longines, vintage Cartier, Dominic Jones

I’ve been having so much fun just chillin’ with my friends… one in particular, Alice. She is co-owner of a funky store Treasurette (my next post) and we’ve been playing dress-ups and taking happy snaps.  This was during our coffee breaks…the sun came out and so we quickly took the camera with us to seize the opportunity.  It was still icy but I’m loving the cold…I miss it so much, just the variety of four seasons and being able to break out the outer wear and layering. By the way, my new Isabel Marant kicks are serving me well – I’m walking for hours in them and they make my outfits so effortlessly cool – don’t you think?

xOxo

LET THEM EAT CAKE!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photos by Mr. T

On me: Skirt Josh Goot, Shoes Christian Louboutin, Top 3.1 Phillip Lim, Bomber Nannette Lepore, Bag Givenchy, Jewellery Jules Smith

Hi All, it's been a while! I know I keep saying that... sorry...but seriously, some exciting news to share. I've finally locked in a date and will be back home next week woot! Oh Melbourne, how I've missed you. Can't wait to tuck into the food, wine, shopping and, of course, catching up with my loves..ahhhh be still my beating heart, my mouth is watering as I type this!

Before I get too lost in my Melbourne dream, I thought I'd post these picts. I've taken these about a month ago, and totally forgotten about them. I'm in love with this Josh Goot skirt, it's got a great cut and structure and oh I love the colours and marble effect - it's so pretty (and for those of you who know me know I don't usually do pretty) it reminds of Versailles and the colors of Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette.

I also wanted to show off my graffiti Louboutin's which was the best ever Valentine's day present, gifted while we were in the city of love herself (actually, come to think of it, I think this outfit post is to show off all the individual pieces).

This 3.1 Phillip Lim top has been quite popular in the blogosphere - but I thought it was also the ideal piece to highlight the lace details of this Nanette Lepore summer bomber (I'm so obsessed with bombers at the moment, but I'll save that for another post).

Ok, aiming for another post before I jet off... warning: You may be bombarded by me in the next two weeks with everything Melbourne! Or it could go the complete other way with me living it up, you may not hear from me haha. Either way, remember to follow me on instagram to share my little moments!

xOxo