What I did on my summer holidays – already?

Woohoo! It’s summer! It’s the holidays! Although for most Melburnians, holidays don’t seem to kick in until after Christmas, I’ve been a bit of a rebel and done things the other way around. As I… Continue reading

Bangles for your buck this Christmas

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? Or are you so organised you’ve already finished it? Either way, you might like to have a stylish stocking stuffer or two on standby, and I’m… Continue reading

Denim skirt from stash scraps

Lately I’ve started thinking I really need some more basics in my wardrobe. Nothing too dull, just some staple items to pair with my more colourful, patterned and printed pieces. At the same time,… Continue reading

Fair@Square Fashion Show sneak peek

Well, it’s happened again. It’s December and that means it’s nearly Christmas time. While I don’t do much gift-giving or receiving myself, I know that most people need to shop at this time of the… Continue reading

A virtual visit to the House of Wandering Silk

Maybe it’s the changing winds of spring (or sprummer?) but I seem to have a serious case of itchy feet lately. As it’s not exactly practical to travel right now, though, I decided… Continue reading

Textile shopping at Open Studios

As much as I adore op shops, it’s kind of annoying that they’re only open during the day. (Then again, it’s probably a blessing that they’re not open 24 hours – imagine how… Continue reading

Orange you glad you tried op shopping?

You know when a friend asks to go op shopping with you and you don’t really need to get anything but you selflessly (some would even call it an act of pure kindness) agree… Continue reading

How to dress for the races for under $100 – or under $10?

If you’re going to the Melbourne Cup tomorrow, I’m fairly sure you’ve got your head attire organised. But if you haven’t, and you happen to have a) a few minutes and b) a shoulder… Continue reading

In the presence of sustainable fashion royalty

If you flicked through my last post, you could be forgiven for thinking I spend vast tracts of time swanning around in the presence of fashion royalty. While that isn’t exactly so, it is… Continue reading

Must-see mode: Jean Paul Gaultier at the NGV

Just what does one wear in the presence of one of the world’s most prolific, creative designers? That was the question that faced me last Thursday morning as I rummaged through my wardrobe… Continue reading