NEON MINI

Shakuhachi skirt via zoie.com.au / Minkpink Tee via Market HQ / Rayban shades

So the sun is out, and nothing makes me more happy then spending any free time at the beach.

Last weekend, the Zoie team and I soaked up the rays, and snapped these impromptu shots, in my favourite Shakuhachi neon skirt. This incredible neon lace also comes in a dress, blogged earlier here.

There is something about wearing loud bursts of colour that makes me happy - neon on neon is one of my favourite colour combinations of late.

Bring on summer!

PHOTOS / ZOIE

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SNEAK PEEK

 MINKPINK crop top & Staple maxi skirt via Market HQ / KV BIJOU necklace & bracelet / Betts sandals & clutch / Daniel Wellington watch

Here is a sneak peek at a very exciting collaboration I've been working on with Australian footwear brand, Betts.

There are lots of colourful summer fashion treats lined up, and I can't wait to share the complete project with you.

More coming soon.

PHOTOS / TINA KAY 

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STEP RIGHT UP

      MINKPINK baseball tee via Market HQ / Zara leather pants / Fiel Sol necklace / Michael Kors watch via Status Accessories / Tiffany & Co rings / Tony Bianco shoes

Day to day, I consider myself to be a casual dresser, well mostly. There is nothing that I love more than throwing on a great pair of jeans and a tee.

Mind you, I love dressing up a casual look with some killer accessories, and this Fiel Sol necklace and Michael Kors watch, certainly add the perfect touch of sparkle.

PHOTOS / JUNCTURE CREATIVE

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USA

           Wildfox knit via Eyegasm brands (03 9528 7300), Roxy ombre denim shorts, Minkpink shades, Bijouterie bracelet stack

And we're off.

California bound. Mexico. Then Vancouver.

A short break from the blog, but in the meantime you can follow my adventure on:

INSTAGRAM, TWITTER and FACEBOOK.

Bon voyage!

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DIY DENIM SHORTS

           MINKPINK DIY slasher shorts, Lace blouse, via General Pants Co

Readers would know that denim shorts fill a large part of my wardrobe, so when my friends over at MINKPINK asked me to DIY a pair of their iconic slasher shorts, I of course jumped at the chance.

Since I'm on my way to sunny California, neon and lace detailing captured my imagination when adding my own personal touches to these killer shorts.

And now it's your turn to get creative.

MINKPINK are inviting you to customise a pair of their slasher shorts - however you like - for your chance to win a new season wardrobe valued at $1000!

For all the entry details and DIY-spiration, check out the 'Suped up Slashers' facebook page here.

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OMBRE DENIM

      MinkPink ombre denim shirt via Market HQ, Somedays Lovin dress, Tara Wolf chakra & zodiac bracelets  

Every wardrobe needs at least one denim shirt in my opinion. I now have a few, so I tend to look for differences in colour and wash. This is my first ombre denim shirt and it's oversized boyfriend style works perfectly buttoned up and tucked into shorts or simply thrown over a dress like this.

It's now just over two weeks before I pack up and head off overseas.

There is definitely something to be said about the 'travel bug'. Once it's bitten, each time you're hoping to visit just one more city, just one month longer. I'm well and truly hooked and love discovering new places, meeting new people and leaving my mark.

Places, people, experiences.

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WHITE ON WHITE

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Dear friends, 

There is something eternally chic about layering white on white. To break it up, I like to play around with different fabrics and textures, like this ruffled skirt. 

Add a dash of sorbet lemon, with these incredible pumps and you've got one of my favourite outfits. 

My fashion week adventure kicks off for me tomorrow, so be sure to stay tuned to twitter and instagram (@friendinfashion) for all the latest fashion updates. 

I'm wearing:

Zara coat 

Zara shoes

Forever 21 skirt

Minkpink shades

Luv, 

Friend in Fashion

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COLOUR BLOCKING PASTELS

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Dear friends,

From Louis Vuitton to 3.1 Phillip Lim, to Prada, pastels and lady-like tailoring have featured heavily on catwalks.

Here is my take on the trend, experimenting by colour blocking pastel hues, as well as texture in these gorgeous THIMBLE shorts.

There is something eternally feminine about pastels, so I'm happy to see more and more designers picking them up.

I'm wearing:
TOMMY HILFIGER button up shirt
STYLESTALKER blazer
THIMBLE waisted shorts
TONY BIANCO sandals
MINKPINK shades

Luv,
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TONI AND GUY BLOGGED AND BOUND : BEHIND THE SCENES

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Dear friends,

Here is a sneak peek at a very exciting project that I (alongside some of Australia's finest bloggers) have been involved in with Toni & Guy, Hair Meet Wardrobe.

Part I of the project was a photo shoot with elaborate sets, styling and of course, incredible hair. For part II, the creative team jetted down to Melbourne for a full day of filming: me, my trusty bike and some of my favourite spots around town.

Both Sydney and Melbourne teams were fantastic to work with and a lot of fun on and off set was had. An extra special shout out to the Melbourne film crew, who battled through sleep deprivation and a scorching summers day to pump out 12 hours of video!

You can check out more Hair Meet Wardrobe behind the scenes on Instagram, #hairmeetwardrobe.

I'm wearing:
Floral pants, ZARA
Red tribal printed shorts, via SUGAR LIPS
Metallic bow heels, TOPSHOP
Shirt, via LOVE OF EOS
Floral blazer, H&M
White denim cut-offs, ONE TEASPOON

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. My friends over at MINKPINK are no strangers to RAD prizes. To launch their new campaign 'Be Brave and Free', MINKPINK are giving you the chance to win $2000 AND a $500 wardrobe. For all the details, head on over to MINKPINK facebook.

Good luck!

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TONY BIANCO BLOGGER STYLE-OFF

Dear friends,

These beyond-words incredible shoes are via my favourite TONY BIANCO, who at the moment are running a summer blogger 'style-off' challenge, giving you the chance to win a $500 Tony Bianco Shopping Spree of your own!

Amazing or what!

To enter, all you have to do is head on over to the Tony Bianco facebook page, 'like' your favourite blogger look, (this is my summer entry) and tell them 'what do you love most about summer and why?'.

It's as easy as that!

I'm wearing:
Cut-out detail melon skirt, via SHILLA
Blouse via MINKPINK
Necklace via markets
Shoes, via TONY BIANCO

Good luck!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion

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Sheer breeze

Sheer blouses are steadily taking over my wardrobe and just in time for summer! This pretty pink number is my latest addition and is perfect worn as a button up or unbuttoned over dresses & vests.

Battling the Melbourne breeze, I was able to very quickly capture a couple of photos of my very airy outfit.

I'm wearing:
Sheer blouse, via Oh My Frock
Belt, Vietnam Markets
Wedge heels, Airlie Beach
Sunglasses, Mink Pink via Market HQ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. Don't forget to enter my current giveaway to win a gorgeous leather skirt!

Photos: Tim F

Biker chic

Dear friends,

Leather and denim are two of my absolute wardrobe essentials! Incredibly versatile, and the perfect chic addition to any outfit.

If you love this leather jacket as much as I do, make sure you are a Friend in Fashion subscriber via: Google Friend Connect, bloglovin or email.

My next post will give you, my very lovely readers the chance to win a gorgeous leather jacket of your own!

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I'm wearing:
Frida leather jacket, via Viparo
Denim shorts, Eleventh Commandment via A Little Left of Centre
Blouse, Minkpink via Market HQ
Wedge heels, Airlie Beach

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Two's a charm

Dear friends,

As I've blogged before, there is something particularly special about personalised jewellery.

A short while ago, I was lucky enough to be gifted this lovely charm necklace from the team at My Name Necklace, which I had inscribed with the initials of me and my very special other half. If you fancy one of your own, save 8% with shopping code 'friendinfashion'.

If you follow Friend in Fashion on facebook, or twitter, you’d know that I am in the running to become the Nokia/ Elle Magazine Style Correspondent for New York Fashion Week.

Big ♥ to everyone who has already 'liked' my entry. If you haven't yet, there is still time, so get 'liking'.

If you do, let me know so that I can show you some ♥ right back!

I'm wearing:
Knit, Minkpink via Market HQ
Wedge heels, Airlie Beach
Ring, via via Befabyoulous.net
Charm bracelets, various
Personalised necklace, via My Name Necklace

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Lake Tahoe

Aussie label Minkpink have done it again with this incredible poncho!

I'm definitely a summer girl, but winter does have its perks, and throwing on a comfy poncho, with some boyfriend jeans and boots is definitely one of them.

A short while back, I hinted about a new fashion project that I'm working on, there is still a lot more to come, but in the meantime, you can grab a sneak peak at the style collector on facebook and twitter.

I can't wait to share more with you all soon.

I'm wearing:
Lake Tahoe poncho, Minkpink via Market HQ
Boyfriend jeans, Billabong
Ankle boot, William Rast via DJ Premium

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

Babydoll

Dear friends,

Floral prints are always a favourite of mine, especially throughout the winter months, as they add just the perfect splash of colour to dark and dreary days.

I've had a lovely time in Hamilton Island and am now looking forward to a long weekend visit to Sydney with new friends and old.

I'm wearing:
Baby doll dress, Minkpink, via Market HQ
Ankle boots, Betts

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

Double denim

Dear friends,

You've seen me work and rework this denim shirt more than a handful of times.

Funnily enough, I remember picking it up for an absolute steal during my travels last year as an impulse buy, and now it has become one of my wardrobe essentials.

On the subject of denim, it has always been a favourite of mine and lately, I've enjoyed playing around with colour and printed denim.

The bold monochrome print of these jeans is so striking, and yet surprisingly versatile. I particularly like the cut out, bow leg detail.

I'm wearing:
Jeans, Play Me, via Material Attention
Denim shirt, Pimkie
Tank, Minkpink
Feather cuff, via Befabyoulous.net

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. My friends over at Material Attention are currently offering FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE, no conditions, no codes (until end of July). Happy shopping!

Photos: Tim F

Winter Sherpa

Dear friends,

If you've been following me on twitter, you would already know just how much I'm loving corduroy at the moment. This lovely baby blue skirt, is the latest to my cord collection, and I've already gotten so much wear out of it.

It has been crazy busy lately, with some very exciting things on the horizon. Holidays, work, and a brand new website, which I can't wait to share with you! As a bit of a heads-up, if you like Aussie fashion, you will love what I have lined up.

I'm wearing:
Sherpa Jacket, Minkpink, via Market HQ
Corduroy Skirt, American Apparel
Knit, Cotton On
Boots, Betts

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F (now on twitter)

P e a c e

Dear friends,

There is nothing quite like being a tourist in your own backyard.

This weekend I hit the road, to explore the beautiful coast-line of my new adopted city. A lovely break with great surf, delicious wine and seafood, spectacular scenery and friendly locals - bliss.

Before I headed off, I received these rings from my friend (and fellow blogger), the lovely Katie of Be Inspired. I've become particularly fond of this very sweet peace ring, which I've been wearing with pretty much everything!

Finally, love, kisses and the warmest wishes to my mother on this mothers day.
An amazing woman and my best friend.

I'm wearing:
Shirt, Minkpink, via Market HQ
Dress, Seafolly, via Sunburn Australia
Rings, via Befabyoulous.net
Tights, Kookai

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. I'm in the running to become the Fantastic Fashionista and would love your vote. You can check out my entry on facebook and vote as many times as you like (once a day).
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Photos: Tim F

Penthouse Mouse '11

Friday night I hopped along to the launch of Penthouse Mouse (PHM) - a temporary fashion, arts and events space showcasing young Australian designers and artists.

A great night, with loads of amazing fashion, kicking beats, and some crazy-cool art installations.

If you're in and around Melbourne next week for the fashion festival, do yourself a favour and check out PHM.

I'm wearing:
Stop and Stare blouse, Minkpink via Market HQ
Glasses, vintage
Wedge boots, Rubi shoes

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Fun in the sun

If you've been following my adventures on twitter, you would already know that, (much to my disappointment) there hasn't been much of a summer at all in Melbourne.

The other day however, I managed to catch a glimpse of the sun I've so been missing. Jumped on my bike and headed straight to the beach.

Melbourne Fashion Festival is coming up soon and the next few weeks are filled with lots of fashion fun! Can't wait to share all the action with you!

I'm wearing:
Shorts, vintage
Knit, Minkpink via Market HQ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. The Friend in Fashion/ Hanging Space giveaway closes tomorrow (Monday 28 February). Don't miss out on your last chance to win!
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