NYFW Vera Wang F/W RTW 2013/14

Seriously, have I ever mentioned how much of an inspiration Vera Wang is for me? I can't get enough of it. Again another pretty collection from Wang, this time venturing into classic dressmaking with strong structured silhouettes, a switch from her usual masculine but graceful pieces (yes, a strange mix at first, but she makes it work), showcasing a blur of beautiful, elegant and artistic designs. 

The show opened with a dozen or so monochromatic numbers with majority of it consisting of a strong black layered structure against a simple grey canvas, with the occasional appearance of sequins and faux fur. It then progressed fairly quickly through a galore of vivid floral prints and bold pops of colours, keeping the recurring opera glove accessory. 

The finale of the collection was filled with shimmer and youth, adopting a more fitted, feminine look as opposed to the plunging armholes at the start. Iridescent pink and purples balanced out by simple blacks with the occasional lace detailing made the whole collection seem ever so lovely.

The photos really don't do any justice to the designs, watch the whole show here.

 A bold and feminine take on fashion by the one and only Vera Wang. 

alice

February Haul

1. Novo Black Suede Pumps

                      2. Skin79 Super Beblesh Balm Pink Edition

        3. Ardell False Eyelashes - Demi  

 4. Natio Nail Polish - Mauve
                         5. Artiste Manicare Retractable Kabuki 42

                   6. Artiste Manicare Stippling Brush 17

         7. Revlon Lash Fantasy Mascara

 8. Lolita Vladimir Nabokov

    9. Pantene 3 Minute Miracle
10. Cedel Dry Conditioner

                     11. Schwarzkopf Push-Up Volume Lotion

12. Sunsilk Daring Volume

                         13. Lee Stafford Flat Iron Protection Spray

        14. Lee Stafford Sea Salt Spray

As you can see by now, this month wasn't a very clothing month, I haven't gone out enough to have a fashion post, and so I apologise for any disappointments haha! Even the things I bought weren't clothing, except for the pair heels (does that count?). So how have my fellow readers been? Did everyone enjoy valentines day frolicking in fields of flowers (both literally and metaphorically, since everywhere I went there were roses) with their valentine? What else happens in Feb?

Ah well, I'd say my purchases are pretty standard, and I definitely recommend the book. It may sound a little creepy but I freaking love it. 

As for updates about my life, there should be a few outfit posts coming up soon enough (bought few party dresses, but keeping them a secret so I didn't include them in this post). I also got a few more piercings so maybe you'll catch a glimpse of them later on? ;)

Ciao x.

alice

Paradise Cove

Wearing: "California Paradise Cove" tank, Supre blue denim shorts, black boots, Jay Jays  clear fluro pink shoulder bag, Sportsgirl stone ring & silver and black rope bracelet

Just another lazy day post... wasn't really planning to shoot this, but hey, let's just count it as an outfit of the day post haha. Yesterday my family went to Blaxland Riverside Park for some "quality family time" which consisted of me getting even more sunburnt than I already was! 

Okay, so here's a little confession. I don't quite like these shoes but someone gave them to me after my combats broke, and they were too brand spanking new for my taste so I wore them to the park in hopes of getting mud and dust and a few scratches on it. I guess "be careful what you wish for" really is a good word of advice, because it ended up splattered with poo. yaay. Don't worry, I'll spare you the gross details, AND I washed it, so back to square one. 

Otherwise, the weather was pretty good and the park is very nice (aside from the many seagulls that flock around you waiting for food) 

Ciao x

alice

Jolis Matin

 Wearing: Forever New floral bustier, Supre basic circle skirt, black combat boots (thrifted), thrifted plaid shirt, Sportsgirl earcuff, Mimco crystal dome stud, Diva basic stud, Diva leather cuff, markets silver and black rope bracelet, markets leaf charm bracelet & brown leather satchel

Time really does fly by so quickly when you're out having fun haha. Yesterday, I met up with two of my friends at Newtown for a food day. We ates lots, and basically just walked in and out of one cafe/restaurant/place one eating and then walking it off!  Tried some of Australia's best gelato at Cow And The Moon (seriously, they got the award) and it was soo nice, I think I like the flavour Dulce De Leche the best out of the ones we tried: pistacchio, pomegranate, dulce de leche & strawberry balsamic. Seriously good stuff, try it out. Then we had froyo over the course of the day at Mooberry and Wowcow, then strawberries dipped in chocolate at Max Brenner, cappuccino at Campos (the cafe smells divine), followed by quesadillas for lunch. 

Anyway, I wore this girly x grunge ensemble because the floral piece and the flowy skirt made me feel girly and sweet while the plaid and the dark colours contrasted to give off a tougher vibe. I keot the rest of the look pretty basic, accessorising in silver toned jewellery, including a dainty black and silver ring that unfortunately did not make it onto the photos! 

Well that's it! I apologise for the poor photo quality (testing out my new camera + sister got embarassed shooting in the middle of the road).

Ciao x

alice

Lone Wolf

so cute ASDFGHJKL;

Wearing: Rodolight 9289 wolf tank, Valleygirl tiedye shorts, black combat boots (thrifted), black hairtie as bracelet & thrifted plaid shirt

Sorry guys for this sorry excuse of an update, but I was in a rush when taking the photos so they didn't turn out that great! Today was a very very sleepy and slow sorta day (got out of bed with an extreme headache and had no idea I was even going to shoot this and also explaining the no makeup face (cringing)). Anyway, I went to the city-ish and just did a bit of asian sightseeing with the family. We went for a stroll along the harbour and saw the duck thing that I've been seeing in the background of MANY photos on facebook, and my gosh, the thing is so so cute, I spent quite a while gushing about it haha. We then took the ferry to Circular Quay and kinda just strolled through the Royal Botannical Gardens, yeah boring day :c At least the flowers were pretty haha

So yeahh, just a quick casual outfit that I threw on in the morning, hope you guys don't mind! ciao x

alice

New Year's Eve

Wearing: All About Eve wild bird tank, Valleygirl bodycon skirt, black Vans, silver and black rope bracelet from the markets & Dotti hobo bag

How were everyone's new years eve celebrations? Mine was utterly dull and bland but can't always have things my way! Basically all I did was go to the city, do a little bit of shopping, eat a lot of Japanese food at Wagaya (which has amazing sushi and black sesame ice-cream , before heading off to claim our seats at Darling Harbour for the 9 o clock fireworks sesh. I really wish I'd stayed for the 12, but I would've been alone :( Anyway, after all that we lit a few sparklers at 12 to officially celebrate the new years so that was probably the highlight of it all!

For my outfit I just chose something simple and casual because I really wasn't doing anything special that night anyway.

Enjoy

x

alice

December Haul

From top to bottom: Corelli Scare in Teal, All About Eve wild bird tank in grey marle, Supre cropped chiffon top in grey, Factorie bobby bra tank in black, Thames & Hudson The Fashion Designer's Textile Directory , Forever New jewellery box, Remington Gelati Straightener in mint , Miss Shop basic cropped tank in black, Mink California Tank, Forever New floral print bustier, Supre basic circle skirt in black, Forever New pink and black color block bustier, Valleygirl bodycon skirt, Equip rose hair coils, Equip belly rings in pink and white, MAC blush in harmony, Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner, Miss Shop gather triangle bikini in blue, Bras n Things blue and black bikini & Miss Shop fluro shorts in pink.

I feel like I don't have enough of these tops, because what I have in my wardrobe is basically very smart casual in a sense, so i just picked up a couple of these.

 I think I own wayy too many bustiers, but they're all too cute to give up! I really like the floral bustier (too much floral as well!) and I've been eyeing the pink and black one for quite some time now, waiting for it to go on sale haha!

 I actually don't really think I need this many bikini tops since I hardly go to the beach, but hey, they were on sale and I'm a bad impulse buyer when I shop alone. You know what, maybe it'll prove useful in the long run.

 Needed sandals for the summer, found them and bought them. I really liked the teal colour (I'm very attracted to the colour blue right now, I don't know why) and I loved the stud detailing.

 These were part of a gift from my Secret Santa this year! I love her to bits! haha I actually heard really good reviews for the Mac harmony blush and yeah, she's a mind reader! The eyeliner is one of my favourites by far and yeah, I don't need to keep makeup remover with me now! I love the straightener heaps too and yeah, I'm trying to figure out how to curl my hair with a straightener haha

 Love this to bits. (Also gift from my secret santa) It would've been perf to use for my formal, but hey, I can use it for my future shoots now yeyeye

 Found these on sale for $5 at Equip, seriously, 2 belly rings for $5 ??? That is too cheap to not buy.

And this is so far my favourite purchase. Nerdy I know, but it's helpful and interesting since I am studying textiles at school. 

And yeah, that's my December haul haha. Yesterday I went to Parramatta Westfield and bought lots and lots of stuff I probably don't need, I've included some of it in this haul, but to be honest a lot were impulse buys or basic items so I didn't include majority of it! 

So what did you guys do on boxing day? Leave a comment below and share!

xx

alice