{ Cue SS 2013/14 Trend Forecast }

The Cue Spring/Summer 2013/14 Trend Forecast report was created by myself, Kylie Cao and Katrina Larke as part of RMIT's Trend Forecasting class. Please click here to view the full PDF document.

{ Etsy shop launch }

Hello blog land, remember me? I'm still alive and well and using my time to pursue a few different things these days such as swing dancing and working on my shop. Speaking of which, after giving Storenvy and the Rose Street Artist's Market a crack, I decided to relaunch my shop on the Etsy marketplace over the Easter weekend. All the old favourites are up and I'm currently working on some new designs that will be available in the next month or two.

I may come back to blogging sometime this year, but in the mean time you can find me over at my Etsy store as well as on Facebook and Instagram. I've also closed my old 'Shop My Wardrobe' shop but will be selling my clothing from time to time on eBay. Au revoir for now and take care!

{ Clearasil Look Good Feel Good ebook }

A few months ago I participated in a Clearasil campaign where I blogged about a day in my life and tested out the Clearasil Daily Clear Vitamins & Extracts Scrub and Clearasil Daily Clear Vitamins & Extracts Wash. The last part of the campaign, an ebook featuring tips on how to feel confident and look good, has now also been completed! The Clearasil Look Good Feel Good ebook features tips from myself and fourteen other Australian bloggers on how to stay positive and confident throughout the day no matter what life throws at you!



Tip #1 My tip to looking good is to find a great foundation that matches your skin tone, allowing you to stay confident on problem skin days. I recommend a mineral powder foundation such as Everyday Minerals as it gives good coverage while looking natural and won't clog pores.

Tip #2 My tip to feeling good is to find an exercise you really enjoy and do it regularly. Any exercise that gets your heart rate up and you enjoy such as dancing, running, Pilates or cycling, releases endorphins and can help you feel more happy and confident.

For more tips from more lovely Australian bloggers such as Fashion Hayley, Jess Loves Fred and Violet LeBeaux, head over and read the rest of the Clearasil Look Good Feel Good ebook.



If you're curious about how the Clearasil Daily Clear Vitamins & Extracts range could help your skin, here's a quick summary: The Vitamins & Extracts range is milder than other Clearasil lines and contains fruit extracts known for their skin conditioning properties. The use of nourishing ingredients such as vitamin E, avocado and pomegranate extract mean that the products are suitable to use as part of a daily regime. The lower percentage of salycilic acid is gentle enough to keep skin from feeling dry while strong enough to help keep it blemish-free. I've also just found out that the Daily Wash can double as a mask, which I'll be trying for myself very soon!

{ Orla Keily S/S 2014 }

One of my favourite Spring/Summer collections for 2014 so far is definitely by Orla Kiely. The collection looks very inspired by the movie Moonrise Kingdom (worth a watch if you haven't seen it yet) and the 60's era. Presented on a set that looks like a safari camp, the collection evokes a touch of childhood nostalgia with it's specimen jars, butterfly nets, binoculars and scattering of books and record players. Excuse me while I go join camp Orla Kiely!



















Images courtesy of c-heads.com and fashionising.com

Miss Pom Pom super pom beret
Orla Kiely chunky stitch arm warmers
Modcloth magicada insect earrings
Alice Hannah angora flower beret
Modcloth on antler on deer print dress
Topshop lace trim knee high socks
Modcloth crittercal mass bag in fox
Modcloth giraffe-ic jam print top
Miss Selfridge burgundy strap playsuit
Modcloth very important date watch necklace
Asos pembroke platform shoes
Modcloth Audrey's top of the A-line dress
Modcloth take your turntable in green
Asos leather bag with push locks
Modcloth flower patch my drift blouse
Modcloth pack to basics lunch bag
Modcloth logging off travel pillow
Modcloth on the flight side bag

{ The Gatsby Spring Soiree }

After the excitement of the Australia Jitterbug Championships (my dance partner and I came second in the Up & Coming division - amazing!), I spent the next weekend getting all dressed up for the Gatsby Spring Soirée. After getting ready at home I headed to a friend's hotel for pre-drinks then we all went to the main event.

It was a great night and the costumes were amazing; so many well dressed people in one place! So here are some photos I took on the night plus outfit details on what I wore. If you want details on anyone else's costumes just ask in the comments! Also, the black and white photos of the dance floor and my dress are courtesy of the lovely Esme and the Laneway.

Alannah Hill Speak to my Heart frock (similar)
Forever New pearl clutch (similar)
Lovisa double wrap pearl necklace (similar)
Urban Outfitters T-strap flats
Diva feather & diamonte head piece (similar)
Forever New Laura statement earrings and ring
Thrifted lace fan and feather boa

{ Modcloth 70% off super sale }

It's that tine of the year again when Modcloth hold their super sale where everything in the sale section is 70% off. Yes, everything! The sale started a day ago and a lot has already sold out but there are still many gorgeous dresses on sale starting from around $25. My favourite of the favourites would have to be the Sretsis spotted dress with the two horses on the front; such a cute and unusual design and Sretsis are still one of my favourite designers. Here's hoping it's still in stock when pay day rolls around!

Memorable Moments dress $142.99 $42.99
Sunrise to the Occasion sweater $57.99 $16.99
Sretsis Saddle-day Night dress $394.99 $118.99
Par for the Corsage earrings $11.99 $3.99
Eat, Drink, and be Marigold dress $202.99 $60.99
Avocado Crema dress $89.99 $26.99
Seafoam and Be Seen dress $124.99 $37.99
Feeling Festive headband in White $34.99 $10.99
Wildflower Blue Yonder dress $99.99 $29.99
Method to Your Gladness ring $14.99 $4.99
Cafe Casual top $47.99 $13.99
Bakery Window Bliss heels in Lilac $75.99 $22.99