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THE PEPLUM TOP

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      Dotti peplum top & neon belt, Joe's Jeans, Arnette shades, Graine clutch

I've long been a fan of peplum shapes, with dresses and blazers filling my wardrobe, but surprisingly, this is the first peplum top.

It is such a flattering silhouette and works dressed up or dressed down. Trend or no trend, peplum will be a regular wardrobe addition.


BACK TO BASICS

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      Graine clutch, AG neon jeans, Dotti tee, Tony Bianco shoes, Bvlgari watch
  
Not much beats throwing on a pair of your favourite jeans and a t-shirt.

One of my favourite looks, I love taking the basics and dressing up with the perfect collection of accessories.

Note-worth is this beyond incredible clutch, via Melbourne designer, Graine. 

I absolutely adore this half moon shape, a totally unique addition to my wardrobe and handbag collection.

Definitely a new label watch.


PARTY PANTS

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      Hussy pants, Zara blazer, Tony Bianco sandals, Cooee ring
  
These pants, via Aussie label Hussy, certainly are show stoppers. With elegant draping and perfectly shimmery sequins, they need nothing more than tailored black blazer for one of my favourite evening looks.

As I've mentioned previously, I'm in the process of planning a wedding overseas. I've got my good friend and dress maker-extraordinaire Monique, creating me a 50's inspired lace and tulle masterpiece.

Think a modern take on Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face.

Other than a few ideas emailed back and forth, I'm leaving the design, arguably one of the biggest wedding decisions, completely in the hands of my friend - a carefree bride indeed.

As for shoes, I'm thinking Christian Louboutin's 'un bout' - the perfect Cinderella slipper. Now the search to find a pair.

I'm thrilled, excited, and can't wait to share the final design with you.

Five weeks and counting.


THIS IS GENEVIEVE



This is Genevieve skirt & tank, Zara blazer, Tony Bianco heels

This neon, metallic ensemble is what I wore on day II of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.

Best thing about fashion week for me - other than seeing some amazing new design is by far the people you meet.

In some brief fashion week down time, I met up with the foxy Rochelle from A Fox that Meows, who interviewed me about some of my favourite fashion week trends and new friend Josh was kind enough to snap these shots for me. You can check out more of Josh's work over on tumblr.

Back soon with more fashion week outfits. 

- Your Friend in Fashion.