Aussie Curves: Black and White

When I first started to discover fashion, I went through a black and white phase. I liked the instant chic-ness of a white blouse with a black skirt and it became a look I well and truly wore out for a year of so. When I started playing with colours it was love at first pink skirt! I must admit that now, pure black and white isn't something I really put together much, so I had fun dressing up in this outfit!

Skirt: Cult of California

Top: New Look Inspire

Belt: ASOS Curve

Bangle: Torrid

Clutch: Kate Hill

Flats: Rubi Shoes

My girlfriend Kendall is moving countries at the moment so last weekend we had a goodbye dinner with a few of us. I love looking at photos of us out on the town- I always get so inspired by my ladies fashions. I never hesitate to dress up when we go out because I always know they will all be bringing it!

I wore this totally rad Cult of California peplum skirt as the base of my outfit. I truly love this skirt. It's got a sewn in pair of shorts under the skirt so you don't need to worry about chafe or flashing! Plus it has a glorious silky feel that makes it so easy to wear. I paired it up with some bold gold as well, I'm a little obsessed with this gold bangle at the moment, its been making an appearance in lots of my outfits.

I bought this white blouse agggeess ago purely because I loved the peter-pan collar. It turned out being far to long on me and quite billowy, but I adore it tucked in! Its got a cute little bird in flight print and is light enough that its easy to wear and layer all year. Then some flats, my favourite clutch of the moment and I'm ready to go!

How do you wear black and white?

Fatshion Faceoff: Vintage Bag

The Fatshion Faceoff theme this week is one of my favourite things to buy- a vintage handbag. There is nothing that gives me more of a thrill than finding a fabulous, well preserved glomesh bag. I have a bit of a problem, a definite glomesh addiction. This silver beauty is my absolute favourite:

Tank: Cult of California

Skirt: Nerd Alert Creations via Etsy

Belt: ASOS Curve

Tights: We Love Colours

Flats: Rubi

How totally rad is this skirt?!? I am a total closet nerd at heart and fell in love with this etsy shop the minute I saw their Doctor Who inspired goodies- and all custom make-able up to a size 44 inch waist! They have the coolest range of funky print skirts and aparons, I can't wait to jump back on and get a few more!

I love dressing up gorgeous glomesh bags with funky modern outfits, its like wearing a clash of decades! This particular bag is one of the originals from the early 1960's late 1950's. You can totally imagine the type of glamours parties they may have been to in the past, holding a pack of cigarettes, glass compacts and some folded notes. Now I carry my iPhone, credit card and chap stick in them! I feel honoured every time I add one to my collection. Like carrying a piece of history with me forever!

Check out all the Fatshion Faceoff ladies!

Hanna from The Wardrobe Challenge

Dani from DIY Fatshion

Mouna from Brussels Fatshion

Mhairi from Lilybobombs

Do you have any glomesh bags???

Aussie Curves: Bling

One of the things I love about Christmas time is all the parties that are on! Its the perfect opportunity to get ridiculously dressed up and not feel over the top..... that's what I tell myself anyway! ;)

Dress: Cult of California

Necklace: Diva

Flats: Rubi Shoes

I probably wear more bling in the festive season than I do in the whole year combined! Sparkle and Christmas go hand in hand- so I knew I wouldn't have an issue with this week's Aussie Curves post!

When I saw this velvet dress from Cult of California, I had to have it!! One of the things I love about this brand is the way they take an ordinary style and make it extraordinary  Apart from the obviously eye-catching velvet, it has small peplum side details and an exposed zip as well. And I love the sheer panels, you are essentially all covered up but still feel so sexy in this dress. It takes the 'Little Black Dress' design to a whole new level!

This funky little necklace was actually purchased earlier in the year for my work Gala Ball but I changed my mind at the last minute. I'm glad I bought it though- its so easy to wear and glams up any ensemble!! With the  mind-blowing dress I didn't want to overdo the accessories- but I think this necklace was just the right amount of bling! Oh, well that and mu shiny and fabulous engagement ring ;)

How do you bling up an outfit?? 

Lust List: Summer Time!

The Summer time sales are driving me crazy! My inbox is full of tempting emails, the shops have huge gorgeous % off signs and every brand seems to have something new and exciting! I'm trying my absolute bestest to behave and not spend- but I sure have been doing a whole lot of window shopping!

1. Cult of California Rebirth Dress in Fiery Red  2. Pinkalicious Jelly Bean Sandals 3. Mod Cloth World Class Cookie Cutter Set 4. Domino Dollhouse Babydoll Dress in Galaxy 5. Colette Natasha Cross Body Bag 6. Shop Emerald City Rainbow Dash Leggings 7. City Chic Strappy Colourwash Top 8. Virtu Harlequin Skirt

Every time Domino Dollhouse come out with a new collection, I get even more suprised! Part one of their new Astralnauts range has just been announced and I am totally in love with the babydoll dresses!! This galaxy print is amazing!

So how amazingly awesome are these Jelly Beans Sandals!! I had a pair when I was about 10- but now I can get adult sized ones!!! And in Pinkalicious?!??! YAYYYYY!!!

Virtu make the most perfect skirts. The shape, quality and style make these beauties a definite investment. I've been looking for a fitted, striped pencil skirt for ages. They are such an effortlessly chic wardrobe essential.

Soooo, haven't seem me online for a while? It's probably because I've gotten lost on Modcloth.  This totally rad country cookie cutter is half the price that I saw it in a local shop! There is something for everyone on that website, so if you're stuck for Chrissy presents- jump online now! But make sure you set an alarm because your window shopping time will fly by!

I audibly squealed when I saw that Cult of California had released a party-wear Holiday collection. With peplum, velvet, sheer panels and sequins I want two of everything! Even better, the intuitive designs have funky added details like inbuilt chafe shorts- GENIUS!!

What are you lusting after at the moment??? 

Aussie Curves: Breaking the Rules

I couldn't wait to jump into this theme. I think it is so ridiculous that once you are over a size 14 you get hit with all these 'rules' about what you should and shouldn't wear. I wear what I want to wear, I refuse to be forced into ugly sacks because someone people aren't comfortable with my chubby thighs! So here I am breaking all the rules! Chubby thighs, pattern clashing, mini skirted, sheer top and bra showing! Hurrah! :-D

Top: Cult Of California

Skirt: Lily and Lou

Necklace: eQuip

Flats: Rubi

I am so in love with this Cult Of California top! Is actually part of their work out range but it is so fabulous and versatile that I've been wearing it out heaps lately! I am super excited for their new collection that is coming out later this month, so if you haven't already checked out their stock- go now!

This skirt is unbelievably comfy! And it has pockets- skirts with pockets are the best skirts! It's also super light and perfect for this stinking hot weather we've been having lately- anyone who follows me on Instagram would see I've been living at the beach!

How do you break the rules??