POLKA DOTS IN PALM SPRINGS

Palm Springs, California has to be one of my most favourite places to visit in the world...

Sunshine, a breathtaking backdrop of desert, mountains, palm trees, and some spectacular architecture and design, Palm Springs is a 2 hour drive out of Los Angeles and a must-do on any Cali-adventure.

Summer in Palm Springs, is hot, and I mean really hot, even by Australian standards, so in between pool sessions, and chilled agua fresca on tap, I managed to step out in my favourite summer polka dot maxi, in front of one of my favourite Palm Springs homes.

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I'M WEARING

Maxi Dress / Paddo To Palmy 

Platform Heels / Windsor Smith
Jewels / by jasmin

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MIXING PRINTS

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Dear friends,

Lately, It has been all about mixing up the prints.

For day three of the Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, I whipped out the floral, leopard and polka dots. I love how playful this outfit is, while still pulling off the tailored look, with the cropped trousers, and pointed stilettos.

Looks like the team at Grazia Australia, also liked this outfit, with my picture appearing in their latest issue. Thanks Grazia - this made my day!

I'm wearing:
Floral trousers, ZARA
Heels, TONY BIANCO
Denim shirt, PIMKIE
Bag, ZATCHELS

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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RODEO SHOW

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Dear friends,

Yesterday I wrapped up a full day of filming for a very exciting project, which I hope to be able to share with you soon. Such a great day, touring Melbourne and working with an incredible creative team. Some behind the scenes shots are up on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM.

In between shots, I was able to grab a couple of photos of my latest dream dress via Aussie label, Rodeo Show. Currently obsessing over all things pastel, pink hues, lilac and mint are all topping my shopping list - shoes, dresses, trousers, anything and everything!

I'm wearing
Dress, RODEO SHOW
Shoes, Topshop

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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VIVA LA SUMMER

Dear friends,

The team at BAKU AUSTRALIA were kind enough to gift me this gorgeous bikini, perfect as we head into another scorching Aussie summer. Ruffles and polka dots, sweet or what!

In the absence of a sound Melbourne beach within the vicinity of the city I'm off to the pool for a quick dip, before a relaxing evening on the marina.

Viva la summer!

I'm wearing:
Polka dot bikini via BAKU AUSTRALIA
'Mexican Aztec' kaftan via MARTINI + COZ

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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CHLOE

Dear friends,

Meet my newest love, this gorgeous scalloped detail CHLOE handbag!

A few weeks ago, I asked you to help me pick my new bag, and this was your favourite by far.

Teamed back with this gorgeous 'flirt' skirt and my most favourite polka blouse - my new baby has fit in perfectly with the rest of my wardrobe.

I'm wearing:
'Flirt' skirt, via VAMASTYLE
Polka dot blouse, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ
Wedges, Sam Edelman, via FREE PEOPLE
Handbag, Chloe, via SHOPBOP

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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POLKA PLAYSUIT PT II

Dear friends,

Earlier in the week, I posted my favourite summer-time playsuit: 'POLKA PLAYSUIT PART I, and promised I'd return with a second post, revealing another fabulous way of wearing this one-piece beauty.

I love creating different looks with a wardrobe staple, so here I've simply added a pair of high waisted trousers and heels to my playsuit and voilà - outfit transformed.

What do you think?

I'm wearing:
'Rock the Tanjong' playsuit, via VAMASTYLE
High waisted trousers, Motel, via MARKET HQ
Wedges, via, TONY BIANCO

Luv,
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POLKA PLAYSUIT PT I

Dear friends,

Regular readers would know that playsuits/rompers occupy a large majority of my wardrobe.

One of the reasons I love a good playsuit is that they are perfectly versatile when styling. Whether it be worn as is, or layered, playsuits are my wardrobe go-to.

This polka beauty is the creation of Aussie label, VAMASTYLE and just screams summer! When uncovering new brands I always love to learn a labels story and design influences.

VAMASTYLE'S designer sums up her collection beautifully as inspired by endless summer holidays, lovingly designed using bright colours, eye catching prints and feminine detailing.

'Sunday brunch at Bronte, a beach holiday in Koh Samui, or drinks at The Ivy'.

Coming up, I'll show you another way that I love to wear this pretty number.

I'm wearing:

'Rock the Tanjong' playsuit, via VAMASTYLE
Vintage belt
Platform wedges, Airlie Beach
Sunglasses, Mink Pink, via MARKET HQ

Luv,
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Giveaway time - Viparo Leather Jacket

Dear friends,

As I mentioned in my last post 'Biker Chic', to thank YOU, my lovely readers, Friend in Fashion has teamed up with Viparo, to give you the chance to win a leather jacket of your choice (subject to availability)!

To enter simply:

1. 'like' the Viparo Facebook Page

2. In 25 words or less, comment on the Viparo Facebook Page answering:

'How would you style one Viparo leather jacket in spring/summer?'.

Don't forget to include the name and colour of your favourite jacket, along with the best way of contacting you if you are the lucky winner.

My choice is the Frida, cropped-sleeve biker jacket, styled as above.

Giveaway closes 12.00pm, Friday 19 August 2011. The lucky winner will be announced here, on Friend in Fashion shortly after.

Good luck!

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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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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TGIF

After great Australia day celebrations Wednesday, I'm back in the festive mood, ready for a great weekend. BBQ, great company and sunshine.

Happy weekend all!

I'm wearing:
Headband: Shop Friend in Fashion
Shirt: via Frankie Sunshine
Lipstick: Morange, by MAC

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
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P.S. A big thank you to all of my readers for your ongoing support - it means the world to me!
xx

Baby you can drive my car

Here are a couple of my favourite shots taken a couple of weeks ago by local photographer Nicole of Nichol Brooklyn Studio.

Just a quick update. Today we left San Diego for our journey to San Francisco. San Diego was an amazing city, with beautiful landscape, friendly people and some of the most amazing and diverse cuisine and nightlife on offer. San Diego Zoo was a definite highlight and I would encourage any one planning travels to the USA to visit.

Tonight we make a brief stop over in Santa Barbara, before continuing on to San Francisco. I hope to meet up with some of the gorgeous San Francisco based bloggers over the next few days.

I'm wearing:
Vintage polka dot dress
Vintage purse

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P.S. Apologies for the delay in responding to all of your lovely comments. I will respond to everyone over the next few days.

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Summer in the city

A couple of weeks ago, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity of catching up with local photographer, Nicole of Nichol Brooklyn Studio.

We spent a warm afternoon soaking up the East End, laughing and snapping away. Nicole was an absolute delight to work with, and as you can imagine I’m ecstatic with the end result. We also took a few more photos which I will share with you once they are ready.

In the meantime, you can check out more of Nicole’s great work online on her facebook , blog , and official website.

I’m wearing:
Vintage polka dot dress
Vintage handbag

Last week, I was also tagged by the gorgeous Zanita in the NW magazine Mr Paparazzi tag – here are my answers.

What is the most worn item of clothing in your wardrobe?
Vintage white cotton sundress.

It’s Oscar night and you can be dressed by any designer, who would you choose?
Oscar de la Renta of course – classic and elegant.

What trend are you tired of?
Nothing springs to mind, everything in moderation, but I absolutely can’t wait to see a return to 40’s/50’s inspired fashion, full skirts and pretty prints.

If you could give any celebrity a makeover, who would it be?
Britney Spears.

Who is your celebrity style icon and why?
Has to be Miranda Kerr or Rachel Bilson – both so effortlessly chic.

I tag the following fashionistas

Stompface
Love More
Zebra and Meerkat

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P.S. This is officially my last week in Australia, before hitting LA - exciting and busy times ahead!

XX