EMBELLISH.

DOLCE AND GABBANA SPRING 2014
What a head spin. Take me to Europe where I can throw coins in water fountains, eat grapes from copper bowls and lay amongst fields of flowers.

The opulence that is Dolce and Gabbana never fails to deliver - the Spring 2014 collection is no different - with 'more is more' proving to be the mantra of the season.

While most of us can't afford a slice of luxury by Dolce and Gabbana, we can certainly take cues from this collection. It's all about adding that extra element of 'wow'. Add thick gold costume jewellery, deep navy and floral headpieces to get a glimpse of this travel inspired look (and yes, a golden tan will also help).
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(Images via Vogue Australia // Photography by Kevin Tachman)

N.L.P.

WATER BABY

I have just taken the first step towards my future surfing career - I purchased an N.L.P bathing top.

What used to be known as ATG (after going bonkers on Instagram) N.L.P is now the go to name after a little rebrand. What makes this swimwear so unique, is the use of the neoprene/wetsuit material - it brings back that sport luxe 'I'm a Roxy surfer girl but not wearing Roxy' look.

It's pretty exciting to know that I can now dive bomb a pool without a string bikini found floating next to me on surfacing! Now, all I need is a Chanel surf board and I'm off!

Shop it online at The Iconic like I did!http://www.theiconic.com.au/

xS

(Images via Bikini Bird, N.L.P and Tumblr)


FULL.VIEW.

'REBIRTH OF COLOR'
I know I gave you a teaser a few weeks back - but here is an extended view at the latest from Lack Of Color. The collection 'Rebirth of Color' features an array of short and wide brim fedoras made beautifully from Australian wool. It's very European chic - Paired back with basics, this is your instant style update for Summer 2013/2014.
Let long locks cascade by your shoulders, or pair with a cropped chop - no matter what you're sporting with your do - this is your next best friend. Salty Summer hair never looked so good.
You know you're onto an 'It' item when the likes of Lara Bingle, the girls of They All Hate Us and Jesinta Campbell are spotted with a brim (they may not convince me with Birkenstocks, but I'm more than sold on these hats!)
Trend tips: Follow Lack of Color colour cues as we embrace lilacs, sky blue, silver and tan.

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(Images via Lack of Color)


THE.GANG.

ANGELS

Well, it's back again tomorrow night. The night I wait eagerly for all year.
My love for the Victoria's Secret Parade started in year twelve as I fell in love with Adriana Lima, Miranda Kerr (following her then amazing Portmans campaign) and longed for their lengthy limbs, perfectly GHD waved hair and toned abs.
This year, there are few angels who are MIA and while I am rather sad that Miranda and Gisele are no longer gracing the runway, I am sure that there will be some new comers to catch my attention. The year Lily Aldridge emerged, I nearly fell off my chair - what a natural beauty.
The amount of work that goes into this show is truly outstanding - somehow (I don't know how) I must get to a parade as part of my bucket list - or if being seated is too hard, perhaps I can take up sewing and try and get involved with the costume process...
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(Images via Vogue // Zimbio // Tumblr // The Custard // NY Mag // Makeupforlife)


THE.STOCKING.FILLER.

SHAKE IT LIKE A POLAROID PICTURE

This is the perfect little gift for Christmas.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the Summer sun with some beautiful images to view.

The next stocking filler you'll be wanting is your very own Polaroid camera. 

Shop it at Shopbop here.

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(Image via Shopbop)

SHADES.

WING IT.

Part five of the Loved Up Closet Christmas Gift Guide looks at the best pair of shades.

You no longer have to stare into your mirror, crying from eye liner getting jabbed into your eye to achieve a 'cat-eye' look or winged effect. Ellery et Graz is a collaboration I have mentioned before, but as this is all about Christmas gift ideas, here it is again. Think timeless style meets celeb status - all rolled into a pair of sunglasses ready for you to slip, slop, slap and wrap. 

You can purchase these through a number of online stores and in store outside the Adelaide bubble. Shop them via Ellery here.

I am loving the clear fairy floss pink with rose gold trim - an alternative to the classic black.
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(Images via Ellery, 4th and Bleeker and news.com.au) 

TRENDING.

LACED.
This is the biggest craze - lace up heels.
I am addicted. I went searching, googling, ebaying and beyond to find the few pairs I own now. I still want more- nothing seems to satisfy me. These heels are not only the most comfortable style of shoe on the market (often the heel height isn't too great) but they also make you feel instantly cooler.

I blame Elle Ferguson and Tash Sefton of They All Hate Us for getting me hooked.
The pair pictured are by Senso... and are selling out everywhere on pre order.

I know right, you want them now. So do I.
Note to self: Lace up shoes don't mean go and raid your local X rated store for stripper heels, so steer clear of anything that's over 13cm and containing Perspex.
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(Images via See Want Shop, Express Yourself, Style Mecca (Senso Riley Heel), Do The Hot Pants and Denoto)

ÊTRE.CECILE.

FASHUN.

This is the new 'it' label - when you've got Christine Centenera sporting your tanks and tees, you know you've hit a winner.

I can't get enough of these prints, from leopard to bright turquoise abstract shapes and sport luxe looks, this label will take you through Summer feeling like you're part of the fashion pack.

They sell out fast, so you have to be quick off the mark.

Shop them at Green With Envy here.

xS
(Image via Ten Magazine)

DAISY.

SIGNATURE SCENT.

It's day three of Christmas gift ideas and this is a cracker! There is nothing like receiving a perfume or scent at Christmas time.

My signature scent, has (and always will be), Daisy by Marc Jacobs. It's so elegant and yet it screams youth and summer. It's sophistication without smelling like you've spritzed your grandma's room spray all over your body. 

Note: never try and guess what someone's signature scent is - you could get it very wrong - so be sneaky, take a sneak peek and do some digging before taking the plunge.

xS

(Images via Marc Jacobs Campaign)