BY JASMIN CARPE DIEM

My girl Lilly (@_lilikoi) wears the by jasmin carpe diem ear pin in beautiful Hawaii.

by jasmin (a collaboration by Friend in Fashion x Bahagia) is a collection of fine jewellery designed for the eternal wanderlust - a nomadic state of mind.

Available exclusively online at Bahagia Store.

Carpe diem.

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BY JASMIN FINE JEWELLERY COLLECTION

It is with great excitement that I announce the release of by jasmin. 

Inspired by my travels around the world and eternal desire to wander and explore, by jasmin is a creative collaboration between yours truly and my good friend, designer of Bahagia Jewellery, Camila Felizardo.

Each piece is loving designed and hand made, ensuring its uniqueness. 

The collection represents memories of an eternal wanderlust.

A nomadic state of mind.  

by jasmin is available exclusively online at BAHAGIA STORE
www.bahagiastore.com


Photos / Tina Elias


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DRESSED TO IMPRESS

LIFE with BIRD dress | Rider Bag by Loeffler Randall | Bangle via Life with Bird | Wittner heels

Short and sweet.

You can't beat a perfect party dress for a perfect party look.

Beautiful in its cut and print, the 'Busted Dress', is my third festive season look from Life with Bird.

You can see more of my favourite LWB looks (HERE) and (HERE).


Photos / Tim Florea

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SEE BY CHLOE

See By Chloe bag via Harrods 

See By Chloe is always a favourite of mine, so when I was on the hunt for the perfect carry-all, I couldn't resist this fabulous neon burst.

The perfect colour. The perfect size. The perfect travel companion.

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DRESSING UP BASICS

   Insight shorts via SurfStitch / Spare Ryder tank via SurfStitch / Fiel Sol necklace / Tony Bianco shoes / Nick Campbell shades

My summer-wardrobe always seems to be filled with two things - bold and colourful sundresses, and denim shorts, so when I came across these frayed Insight shorts (also seen here), I couldn't resist adding another pair to my growing pile.

For my latest guest style post for SurfStitch, I decided to dress up these shorts and tank, with key statement accessories. Once again, my gorgeous Fiel Sol necklace completes the look perfectly.

Last week, I also sat down with SurfStitch and had a chat about my fashion and travels - you can check out the full interview here.

PHOTOS / TINA KAY

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ZOIE

      Shakuhachi dress via Zoie / RMK shoes / Fiel Sol necklace 

Yesterday I had the pleasure of collaborating with one of my online favourites, Zoie Boutique.

A fantastic day of styling Zoie's new arrivals, this incredible silk panelled dress included.

Stocking all of my Aussie favourites including Shakuhachi, Cameo and Shona Joy, Zoie is a one-stop-shop for fashion goodness.


PHOTOS / ZOIE.COM.AU

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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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STYLE/STALK BIJOUTERIE

On my recent visit to the States, I teamed up with celebrity accessory must-have, Bijouterie and online store, Style/Stalk to talk all things Friend in Fashion and get my arm-party swag on.

I was also asked to curate a selection of my favourite Bijouterie pieces, which for a limited time, you can shop and save over at Style/Stalk.

Wearing/ Bijouterie throughout
Vamastyle Cruising You Maxi Dress
Bebe crochet dress
Urban Outfitters plaid dress
H&M floral pants

Happy shopping.

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THE PEPLUM TOP

      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.

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FAUX

      Country Road faux fur vest & jeans via Westfield Southland, Junk sequin collar shirt, Samantha Wills ring & bangle, Peeptoe shoes

  

Samantha Wills (SW) recently invited me to style their newest collection in two ways, day and night.

To create this evening look, I started with black wet look jeans, and played around with different textures and tones.

I think this incredible faux fur vest adds the perfect touch of evening glamour, complimenting the shimmer and sparkle of the SW jewels and sequin collar detail.

Not long now until I venture abroad to the US and Mexico. I'm hitting up all of my online regulars in search of the perfect summer suitcase.

Crochet dresses, shades, bikinis, sandals and sun hats - viva la summer!

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SHOOII COOEE

      Elf tassle bag, Zara floral pants, Vamastyle tank, Cooee bambi necklace, The Horse shoes via Shooii 

  

I'm definitely still on the floral bandwagon, but much prefer these floral pants toned down with a white tank, rather than clashing prints.

Matching tassels - hand made bag and these beyond incredible flats, plus a bambi guest appearance, accessorise and complete the look, which is definitely one of my favourites at the moment.

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LMFF: MIMCO DREAMWARP

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Dear friends,

The other night, I was invited to sit front row at the Mimco Dreamwarp runway show as part of the Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival.

The show kicked off with an operatic bang, with a singer, emerging from the darkness to set the scene of the surreal 'dreamwarp' to follow.

Avant garde, pretty punk girls, draped in luxe accessories followed in a runway combining East meets West romance.

I wore my neon Imperial Itsy Bitsy shoulder bag.

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Left my heart in Santorini

images via FIEL SOL

Santorini, in the Greek Islands is by far one of my most favourite places on earth (BLOGGED HERE).

As soon as I came across this incredible look-book from local accessories designer FIEL SOL, very fond memories flooded back of Satnorini's inimitable sunshine, crystal waters and picture-perfect sunsets.

I can't wait to get back - enjoy!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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FRIEND IN FASHION FOR SARAH CONNERS

A short while ago, I teamed up with street style photographer Lee Oliveira and fab bloggers Bianca and Jess to shoot the summer lookbook for Melbourne accessories label, Sarah Conners.

It was a great day, alongside some great talent and I'm thrilled to share the end result with you here first!

You can shop the full 'Python' range over at www.sarahconners.com.au

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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My Secret Agent Lover Man

Dear friends,

A short while ago, I posted an outfit: 'Lady in Red', featuring this very lovely Berry Skull Necklace, picked up via emerging Melbourne designer, My Secret Agent Lover Man.

To celebrate the release of their new collection, The Grave Escape, the team at My Secret Agent Lover Man have kindly offered Friend in Fashion readers an exclusive 20% discount, on all purchases until 14 September 2011.

Discount code: FIF20

Happy shopping!

Featured:
Berry Skull Necklace
Skull Bracelet
Candy Necklace

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Lady in red

One of the best things about being a fashion blogger? Not thinking twice about dashing to the beach in your favourite neon-coloured dress, and impractically high wedge-heels.

Not to mention sweet accessories, particularly this perfectly precious skull necklace by local Melbourne label, My Secret Agent Lover Man (amazing name or what!).

Salty sea breeze and sand between my toes - perfection.

I'm wearing:
Chiffon Cape, via Oh My Frock
Lace belt, Hong Kong Markets
Wedge heels, Airlie Beach
Berry Skull Necklace, via My Secret Agent Lover Man

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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Photos: Tim F

Watch this

Dear friends,

Lately all things retro, from fashion, to photography, to music have taken hold of me and watches are no exception.

I picked this gold beauty up from UK brand Breo, who produce one of the most extensive ranges of time pieces I've seen.

Their colour range is out of this world, but what's best is that this luminex model, cost less than $55 (seriously)!

Digging the 80's vibe, all that's missing is a calculator. Back to the future here I come!

Watch, via Breo
Bracelets, picked up along my travels

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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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).
xx

Photos: Tim F

Golden years

Over the extra long weekend, we were treated to the perfect Autumn sunshine here in Melbourne.

A fabulous time had, indulging in cuisine from all corners of the world, the obligatory boutique hoping and a fierce bocce tournament with great company in the park.

Over the weekend, I was also thrilled to be involved in a blogger collaboration (alongside the beautiful Bianca and Jess), for the summer look-book of fabulous Melbourne-based accessory label Sarah Conners. I can't reveal too much just yet, but think bright colours, scorching summer heat and exotic locations.

A huge thank you to the incredible photographer of the day, Lee Oliveira. If you haven't already, do yourselves a favour and check out Lee's street-style blog, a true talent, you won't be disappointed.

I'm wearing:
Pants, Finders Keepers, via Frankie Sunshine
Knit, Somedays Lovin, via Market HQ
Necklace, via via Market HQ
Clogs, Rubi

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. Don’t forget to enter the current Friend in Fashion giveaway to win a $100 Shopbop gift card. Entries close Saturday 30 April 2010. Good luck.

Photos: Tim F

WOW

While waiting for the Kookai runway show to kick off last week, I was flattered to be snapped by the Melbourne street style team at WOW PEOPLE.

I'm wearing:
Dress, Staple via Market HQ
Jacket, Tokyo
Bag, Vietnam
Shoes, Charlotte Russe, also seen here and here

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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