Zimmerman S/S 11-12

If there's a fashionable label which screams Aussie Summer, it's Zimmerman.  Famous for their eye catching prints, lace dresses and swimwear, you don't have to search too hard before you something you simply must have.

I'm digging the draped one-piece pictured above and also the mix of silver and gold rings and wristlets - very Erin Wasson.  The below cropped trousers caught my eye when I was in store yesterday.  Boys will probably tell you they look like curtains, but in all seriousness, what do they know?

Divinely dressed

Melbourne label, Dress Up has won my heart with the purple printed pattern.  Now the hardest part is choosing what to opt for - dress, shorts, shirt or the trousers?  If only I could have them all.

Swim season's here!

Not that the weather this weekend was any indication of it.  But the sun definitely was shining last week, I have the tan to prove it!

Time to start whipping those bikini bodies into shape, if you have the motivation and determination (I don't).  It probably also means I'll have trouble fitting in the above oh la la number by C&M Swim.  If only I could have Victoria Lee's bod, sigh. 

But these swimmers so smoking hot, I may just push myself to cut back on the chocolate. Maybe, I'm not making any promises.

Orange burst

Alice McCall
'All I Have To Dream' Dress

Last month I bought a $100 voucher to use at Alice McCall from daily deals site, My Style Steals.  From the preview of the collection seen at RAFW, I was sure I wanted at least one item from Alice McCall's S/S 11-12 collection. 

After a visit to their Darlinghurst store on Saturday, this is what I walked out with.  I'm easily sold, probably too easily.  And just in case you're wondering, no, the dress is not see-through.  Those cut-outs are indeed cut-outs but nude coloured fabric shields the wearer from flashing her nips.  So yeah, there's 'booby coverage' as I put it to Jess the other day.

Animal Instinct

I'm absolutely loving the 'Love Cats' fashion shoot in this week's Grazia. Here is my favourite look from the story. 

If only I could look like Ruby Jean Wilson. 
If only PSP could style me before I walk out of the house everyday. 
If only I could dress head-to-toe in animal prints like in fashion editorials and still look normal walking down the street.
If only I could afford both the camilla and marc jacket and pants.
If only life weren't full of "if only's"

IT'S SALE TIME: Oh you, generous Aussie designers

Jeebus! My inbox is being flooded with flyers, which I'd usually really hate but these flyers, I don't mind so much.  This weekend, it's an Aussie designer sale extravaganza!  All your favourite Aussie labels including Dion Lee, camilla and marc, Akira and myPetsQuare are holding their own warehouse sales. 

Eeek! The pressure's on.  You've got less than 24 hours to work out how to clone yourself multiple times.  Too difficult? Perhaps just grab a street directory and set yourself a strict timetable to stick to so you don't miss out on anything.  Just pretend you're back at school but you don't actually have to hit the books, now that's too easy.  

Ooh Sydneysiders, how lucky are we?  Which sales are you most looking forward to attending?

A nommy weekend

This weekend has been rather marvelous.  Marvelously nommy. Here's a brief rundown of what made it so yum:

The Dip: My friend Ross has been raving on and on about his mate's newly opened diner, The Dip at Goodgod Small Club.  Since he couldn't and wouldn't shut up about the deliciousness of the deep Southern and Mexican noms, I dragged my friend Liz there to see if Ross was just being biased as he sometimes helps out in the kitchen.  Turns out, he wasn't.  The food is actually AMAZING.  Liz and I couldn't stop raving about the Pulled Pork Nachos and Lev's Dawg. We'll be back and definitely be bringing more friends so we can try the whole menu.

Sushi Train:  It's an oldie but a goodie. It's the best place to go when you want quality sushi for a reasonable price.  The variety is so great, I somehow have a three sushi plate line up on my table within five minutes of my arrival.  Fresh ingredients, no measly portions either.

Karla Špetić blouse: While I've been yearning for one of this fab young designer's skirts, it's been quite difficult actually finding one to try on. Like with all amazing clothing, the size 6's have sold out quick fast and I can't seem to find one anywhere to try on.  While they're online, yes I know, I'd much rather be able to choose which section of the digital print skirt I purchase rather than it be a lucky dip.  

The 'Yo!' Files: Yo, I'm green with envy!

Friend of Mine Emerald Jacket

 Rainy days are bad.  I've spent all day discovering new online stores where I could do some serious damage, since as you know, I don't have much self-restraint when it comes to online shopping.

Friend of Mine's "The Crusader" collection is simply beautiful.  I'm loving the rich hues - the mustard, the plum and the ochre, but this particular item took my breath away.  And it's velvet so it's an instant winner.  It's modeled by the gorgeous Hannah Glasby who I used to see in the office for castings all the time.  The last time I saw her was a good year ago and she had just gone brunette. Only a few days ago I was thinking, 'Where has Hannah Glasby gone?' Well, I guess she's back.

Another season, another skirt

With every collection the brilliant Karla Špetic releases, I fall in love with another one of her skirts.  This season, I'm determined to actually purchase one.  I'm saving my pennies. Starting now.

CUE: DION LEE drop #2

The second drop of Dion Lee's collaboration with high street chain, Cue hits stores today.  I'm a big big big fan of the Newtown designer although I must admit, as a Dion Lee cut-out blazer owner, I'm slightly disappointed that the style is now available in his diffusion range for Cue. 

All designers who produce diffusion ranges face the same predicament.  As a designer, you want to expand the brand and make it more accessible to new consumers. So, you introduce them to the elements which made the brand popular to begin with, and there's your dilemma - you run the risk of alienating the old fans. 

Well, Dion, aren't you glad I'm a loyal fan that won't hold a grudge?  In fact, I'm quite happy that I can now purchase your designs for half the price. More wearable, more affordable whilst still maintaining inventive tailoring and innovation in fashion, boy you've done well. I can't wait to check out that sexy cut-away leather mini dress in person.

View the complete CUE: DION LEE lookbook.

Another fashion short film: Gorman A/W 11

It's the new thing to do, it's what the internet savvy youth have been begging for.  Following in the footsteps of labels such as YSL, Chanel, Mulberry and Lover, Aussie label, Gorman have released their own fashion short showcasing their A/W 11 collection.

Gorman Autumn/Winter 2011 from Sesame Media on Vimeo.

How much do you love? I'm a sucker for pretty things, yes I admit it.  I like florals and prints, polka dots and stripes and this Gorman collection, whaddaya know, has all of the above.  And what about that spotty bike and that little bicycle basket? Can you please be mine?

Lover: A dance for one

My perfect Autumn outfit. Because I really do need another pair of Lover high-waisted shorts. Uh, is an explanation actually necessary? Why wouldn't you want that gorgeous dusty purple-gray pair hanging in your wardrobe?

Lover's A/W 11 collection "A Dance For One" is out. Their first drop has already hit the stores.

View the full lookbook

Hey Heids & Sezza, have I seen this sass & bide collection before?

sass & bide Perpetual Truth Dress

Don't get me wrong. I love sass & bide.  I've been dressing in it since I was fourteen. My wardrobe is full of sass & bide and S&B VIE, in fact sometimes I embarassing find myself dressed head to toe in the labels.  But there's something not quite right about their papa sucre A/W 11 collection. I feel like I might have seen some of the designs before? Especially the above one.  All that heavy pleating on a itsy bitsy dress? It all seems strangely familiar and kind of reminds me of another Australian designer's collection.

Can you guess which designer I'm thinking of?

Hi, I'm Tiffany and I'm an online shopaholic

You've read about my obsession with online shopping on this blog and are probably sick to death of my tweets on this habit of mine.  Online shopping brings me and the rest of my office a whole lot of joy.  We crowd around each other's desks when parcels arrive and eagerly await for the recipient to rip them open.

A couple of friends have sought my advice and have asked which websites I go to when I shop online.  So today's the day I've decided to share with you my online shopping secrets.  Today is the day I decide to give back to you all for your continued support and bring some (online shopping) joy into your lives. 

May I buy you?

Just three minutes ago I discovered Aussie label, May and instantly fell in love with the designs.  The A/W 11 collection boasts the perfect mix of fun and flirty animal prints, school girl cheeky tartan and effortless t-shirt dresses.  Their current lookbook, beautifully modelled by Ruby Jean Wilson who first turned heads at last year's F/W RAFW, is filled with designs I just want to throw on.  The trouble is I just want to buy everything. 

Here's my wishlist, all from my new fave Aussie label

Alice McCall FW 11 Collection: Birds of a Feather

Alice McCall FW 11 Collection

Alice McCall must have been working extremely hard to produce such an amazing collection.  Birds of a Feather reminds me of Emma Cook's nature inspired designs with lots of large prints of flora and fauna in pastels and earthy tones.  Love, love, love! I can't wait until this collection hits the stores.

View the full collection at Alice McCall's website.