Reformation (bringing sexy back)

Reformation.

You've probably seen them around before -  this American label that repurposes surplus fabric and vintage clothing to make their amazing goods, and is strongly focused on sustainable fashion. I had read about them previously in various magazines, but my interest became a complete obsession last year after I saw Shine by three's Margaret Zhang in that jumpsuit. I have a bit of a thing for clothes with low backs and killer back details, so needless to say, every time I look at their website I end up drooling. Usually over the dresses and jumpsuits because hello, look at them.  

'Miki' top | 'Flash' jumpsuit | 'Dupre' top 

'Oasis' jumpsuit

'Charles' dress - also killer in grey and black 

Why can't it be Spring again?! 

I don't have work today since our CEO gave everyone Friday off, so I'll be meeting a few friends for lunch/afternoon tea before going to watch Iron Man 3 tonight! So excited! I wish that long weekends were permanent xx 

images: from Reformation's website and Facebook page 

OUT: Thanks for the sunshine, Sydney

Besides being my precious two days off, the weekend is also my time to a) spend time outside and b) socialise during the day. No more vampire hours, hurrah! I mean, there's nothing wrong with going out for dinner and drinks, or a late night movie, but who doesn't appreciate a little bit of sunshine?! 

Anyway, here are some photos from last weekend, when Anne and I headed into the city to catch up and do our usual thing - eat and laze around in a park. 

 Brunch at The Fine Food Store

 Beef lasagne and cheese & eggplant moussaka | The Fine Food Store

 Larme de Gaugin cake | La Renaissance Cafe Patisserie

Joan, I hope that you've been to La Renaissance by now! Anyway, while the cake was delicious (as all their treats are) I'd definitely recommend ordering a cake rather than just heading into the patisserie and buying one on display - as we did. It just didn't taste as 'fresh' and the sponge was a little dry. 

 Bahen & Co. 'almond & sea salt' chocolate | $8 @ The Fine Food Store

Ever since I first heard about Bahen & Co. through Smith Journal, I've been utterly obsessed with getting some of that chocolate into my belly. Come on, chocolate made with only two ingredients and with vintage machines? A completely different taste? You got me hook, line and sinker. 

Just go on to their website and take at look at their chocolate-making process! It's amazing. 

Apologies for the terrible, terrible image quality:  

 wearing: The Row tee - Ellery skirt - Wittner flats - Marc by Marc Jacobs bag - Molten Store  necklace

One of the rare times I'm not decked out in at least one black article of clothing. Do bags count? :P 

I have a bit of a thing for ankhs (anything to do with ancient civilizations really) so I couldn't say no when I saw this beauty... 

Have a wonderful week lovelies! xx 

Life is short. Buy the shoes.

I never used to be interested in shoes - jewellery and prints have always my thing. I mean, of course there were pairs that I lusted over, but I was pretty satisfied with the few that I owned (come on, I practically lived all of last year in my patent black Bloch flats). Recently though, something has come over me and now I'm obsessed. I want more. I want to spend all of my money on shoes. I want to rapidly increase my collection and have shelves and shelves of shoes, to have so many options that getting dressed in the morning will become even more of a headache. 

Okay, so I'm exaggerating a little but really, I wouldn't mind owning a few more pairs... 

My current collection of heels/boots, minus my latest purchase - these boots from Wittner. Honestly, some of these should just be donated to charity because they're either too big for me or I will never wear them again (here's looking at you, 13cm platform pumps) but I'll just hold onto them for now. 

I pretty much live in flats - those four pairs of slippers to be specific. 

Now, what should I buy next?! Here's my current wishlist: 

1 // Rachel Comey 'Welles', Loeffler Randall 'Starla', Loeffler Randall 'Lolly Mignon', Ancient Greek Sandals 'Nephele'.

2 // Wittner 'Sylvani', SENSO 'Kathy III', Depression 'Transformer', The Horse 'Beverly'. 

3 // Sol Sana 'Jessy', The Cowboy Geisha x Lasskaa 'Cowboy Biker', Shakuhachi 'Brocade lace up bootie', SENSO 'Quinella'. 

4 // TBA 'ten20', The Mode Collective 'short ankle bootie', The Mode Collective 'double buckle bootie', SENSO 'Bertie I'. 

5 // Miista 'Michelle', Beau Coops for Karen Walker 'Mimus', Miista 'Tara', Cheap Monday 'Bone'. 

6 // Walnut Melbourne 'Rosie', SENSO 'Monica', The Mode Collective 'Classic point pump', Nicholas 'Alice Igua'. 

7 // Zoe Wittner Design 'Taurus', Miista 'Siri', SENSO 'Cadena', SKIN 'Golden Gate'. 

Do you see my dilemma now? 

Anyway, there are more posts to follow but I hope that you're all having a great Sunday xx 

images: first two are mine,    in the last two images the shoes have been sourced from the websites linked.

OUTFIT: Mary & Mary-a

 wearing: Brown Bag Vintage dress - Marc by Marc Jacobs bag - Wittner 'Diesel' flats 

I haven't looked this girly since I was a toddler. It's kind of amazing. 

I can't get over those extreme puffed sleeves. 

I've been holding onto these photos for a while now (they were taken mid-February) but here is what I wore to the first "Marysoc" meeting with my friend Maria (Mary-a). If you haven't figured out what Marysoc is yet, it's my unofficial club for people whose names are Mary, or have something that sounds like 'Mary' in them. And by unofficial, I mean that it's definitely a joke. But a good one? Okay, maybe not.

Anyway, I hope that you all had a lovely Easter break! I had a pretty good one overall (minus some drama) but hey, can you believe that we're already through a quarter of the year? 2013 is flying by... I'm not that happy with what I've accomplished so far, especially as plans keep on falling through, but there's still time to pick things up, work hard and make shit happen. My biggest problem though, is staying motivated.

 How cute is Maria's Marcs bag? 

wearing: Forever 21 shirt - Portmans skirt - H&M boots - Marcs bag 

This girl always looks good. When I saw Maria that day, I immediately started quizzing her about everything she wore. I'm still wondering why I don't have a denim shirt, leather skirt and ankle boots in my life.

A magical place in Hyde Park that I never knew existed but will be returning to frequently. 

Could you imagine sitting here with a good book and some pastries? Heaven! 

xx

can't stop (eating) (shopping)

It has been way too long since I last posted here - I've been counting.

It's 4am right now but I'd rather blog than sleep. Lengthy comments are beyond me though, ha ha.

Anyway here are some of the things I've been eating and buying over the last two months... 

Green tea creme brulee from Musashi 

The best green tea creme brulee I've had so far. I used to always go to Musashi with my older sisters when I was younger, and we would always be craving this. So good. 

Wittner 'Veronika' flats x2

Most of my shoes are from Wittner (with some more pairs coming in soon!). 

I'm pretty obsessed with these though. 

Aussie burger from The Burger Joint

Who can say no to bacon, egg and beetroot in a burger? Especially beetroot. 

IT SHOULD BE IN ALL THE BURGERS.

Viktoria + Woods pants via Olive & Finn, DV Dolce Vita flats via The Iconic

Gelato Messina never fails me.

Honey butter bread from Tom N Toms 

Sass & Bide bralette

Matcha Shiratama frappe from Chanoma Cafe

Come here for the drinks and chips. My friend recommends the desserts too, though I've yet to try them!

 Olive Clothing dress

Lorraine's Patisserie - my new favourite place to buy delicious treats in the CBD.

The strawberry and mascarpone cake is divine. I highly recommend it!! 

 

Pigeon & Weasel candles (Chai Latte + Citrus Sunset), BunniesInLA necklace

I'm starting to become pretty obsessed with candles, and right now I'm really loving the ones by Pigeon & Weasel. I bought these two for my friends and boy do they smell incredible, but I'll definitely be buying some more soon - I can't wait to have one for myself! 

BunniesInLA 'FCK OFF' necklace

I bought this in a moment of anger. I love it completely. 

Treats from Dulce Luna Viennoiserie and Josophan's Fine Chocolates

Anne and I didn't think much of the creme patisserie (top right) but the rest were pretty nice. I'm also obsessed with the chocolates from Josophan's - they are incredible. If you haven't had their basil and lime chocolate yet, do it!! 

Now, that's all from me folks. It's time to sleep xx