Fuchsia

As far as brights go, fuchsia would have to be considered my most versatile. After purchasing this linen jacket from the Zara sale, I have wanted to wear it every day. And as you can see from Instagram, I have done almost that! It compliments primary colors, moody darks, and soft pastels. Although I have to credit my Nars Schiap lipstick with broadening the influence of the color "fuchsia" in my daily life. 

Have any lipsticks helped your color combining skills?

Zara blazer, J.Crew blouse via Crossroads, Gap boyfriend jeans, Nine West heels, Stella & Dot Bahari necklace, vintage rings

A Downtown Date

To galavant around the city and its museums, dark pubs, shops, and fine dining establishments, you need to dress for the possibility of anything, which admittedly, can be hard to accomplish. The foundation of this look is a pair of cuffed jeans, graphic tee, blazer, and comfy yet chic flats; however, the add ons are what make it go from day to night with ease!

1. Scarf | We are in the Windy City after all and the temperature from waiting on the "L" platform to entering American Apparel or even while walking on different streets can change drastically. 

2. A cross body bag with handles | This allows the ability to passionately talk with your hands about Picasso's paintings and sculptures during your day at the Art Institute, while the handles can be utilized later when you are led to the quiet corner table of a seafood restaurant on the river.

3. Statement Jewelry | Once you have your first glass of wine at Elephant & Castle, it's time to roll up the cuff of your blazer and tuck your hair behind your ears to showcase your bracelets and earrings. Also, consider putting on some lipstick!

H&M blazer (similar here and here), XXI tee (similar here and here), Gap jeans, Steve Madden purse (similar), vintage bracelets and ring, leopard loafers, purple scarf, Stella & Dot earrings

Neon Streak

If my mom can pair neon with non-neutrals, well gosh darn it, so can I!

Anthropologie denim jacket, J.Crew sweatshirt (similar), Old Navy flannel, Gap boyfriend jeans, Old Navy oxfords (similar), Charming Charlie purse, Tory burch polarized sunglasses, Make Up Forever lipstick

Sequin Your Day (Part II)

A more casual yet glam interpretation for the sequined tank - boyfriend jeans, high tops, statement necklace, and a blinged out utility jacket. It was perfect for burgers and drinks at DMK with the girls! 

See my work ready outfit with this tank here!

Zara jacket, Jennifer Lopez for Kohl's tank, Gap jeans, Steve Madden high tops, Benetton purse, Stella & Dot necklace, Rock & Republic skull earrings, Charming Charlie shades

Varsity Reds

Surprisingly, I was never a football player, but I did have many friends who were during high school (including my now bf). When "Varsity Blues" came out in 1999, my hometown felt a great deal like West Canaan, TX. No, we didn't have Jon Voight as varsity's head coach, our teachers didn't moonlight as strippers, and no one named Billy Bob drove around with a potbelly pig; however, the team did do whatever they wanted (with little consequence) and Friday's in the fall were always spent at McCracken Field, whether you had any connection to a player. I feel like this type of outfit, in our school colors of black & orange, certainly fits the bill for attending a home game. Well, maybe flats instead of stilettos...you know how dangerous traversing that stadium seating can be!

Princess Vera cardigan, XXI peplum tee and plaid shirt, Gap boyfriend jeans, J.Crew belt & purse, Sam Edelman pumps, BCBG sunnies

Half Tuck

There is a serious trend happening with blouses, and all it takes is a little tucking. The key is to tuck in the front "under" side of your blouse but leave the front "over" side untucked. It works best with pants, from loose to skin tight, since it showcases the separation, and therefore, the shape of your leg. Despite the fact that you can pull this look off with trousers in tweed, silk, and all other 9-5 textures, it still displays a casual mentality...like it's 6pm on a Friday and you can finally loosen the tie or shed the suit jacket.

Joe Fresh blouse, Gap jeans, Nine West shoes, Stella & Dot necklace and earrings, Foster Grant  sunnies

AUGUST STREET

      August Street blazer, Zara boyfriend jeans, Arnette sunglasses, RMK Heels  

As soon as I set eyes on this incredible blazer by Aussie label, August Street, I had to have it!

The colourful Aztec inspired print, tuxedo collar and coat tails, make it the perfect statement blazer, which looks just as fantastic, dressed down with these boyfriend jeans, as it does dressed up with leather trousers and a silk blouse.

Definitely a wardrobe stand out.

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FREE PEOPLE

images via FREE PEOPLE

Even though we are heading into the warmer months here in the Southern Hemisphere (which I'm VERY excited about), I couldn't help but post the latest 'boy vs girl' look book from one of my favourites, FREE PEOPLE.

Boyfriend jeans and chunky knits, my perfect Autumn/Winter wardrobe.

Tres chic!

Model: Julia Stegner
Photographer: Guy Aroch

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

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
x

Photos: Tim F

Street snapped: Lee Oliveira

Dear friends,

As previously blogged, a couple of weeks ago, I was involved in the summer lookbook shoot for Melbourne accessory label, Sarah Conners.

Photographer, blogger and friend, Lee Oliveira snapped these street style pics of me after we were done with the shoot.

It was great working with Lee on this project and I can't wait to share the end result with you, due out around October.

I'm wearing:
Blouse, Minkpink, via Market HQ
Boyfriend Jeans, via Westfield online
Hat, Sportsgirl (borrowed from B)
Shoes, Charlotte Russe

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

Photos: www.leeoliveira.com

Boyfriend jeans

Twitter followers would have already had a sneak peak at my latest purchases – these perfectly distressed jeans and gorgeous wool hat.

For me, the boyfriend jean is the perfect every-day denim option and these Billabong beauties, with colour-blocked detailing work a treat.

On a side note, I’m sad to say, that summer has well and truly passed here in Australia, with the Melbourne chill in full force.

Whilst I’m extremely envious of my friends in the northern hemisphere, who are gearing up for the warmer months, I’ve got a great excuse for a new winter wardrobe.

Cosy knits, more hats and riding boots are all on my list.
What winter fashions are you looking forward to most this season?

I’m wearing:
Boyfriend Jeans, Jeans, via Westfield online
Hat, Forever New
Blouse, vintage
Belt, vintage
Shoes, Charlotte Russe

Luv,
Friend in Fashion
x

P.S. If you'd like to find out more about Friend in Fashion, you can check out some recent interviews here:
Gypsy Rose
Look at Me
Wrinkle In Time Vintage
xx

Photos: Tim F