OOTD: Monochrome and red

Sometimes you just need to rock a little bit of monochrome. You've probably noticed already, but I love colour. I very rarely wear dominating black and white- but there is a definite timelessness to it that I must admit, is gorgeous.

Blouse: Simply Be

Skirt: ASOS Curve

Necklace: Diva

Jellys: Jelly Beans

Sunnies: eQuip

Bag: a thrift shop find

We got home from Melbourne in the wee hours of Sunday morning, so getting dolled up was not on my proirity list today. I threw on this skirt because its light and breezy for our Aussie summer and this gorgeous blouse was the last clean thing in my (still not) unpacked suitcase. The red accessories I added when I saw how 'black-and-white' I looked. I couldn't resist adding at least a little colour. I loved the way this outfit came together even if was a total fluke- sometimes the chicest outfits are the ones you don't need to think about- it all just falls together naturally.

The print on this peplum top seriously makes me happy. I always feel flirty and cute when I wear this top. It must be the cute little birdies-  I'd love to find some pink flamingos for my backyard! The funky little bag was a $2 op-shop find- bargain! You just can't beat the real 'thunnkk' the clip makes when you snap the clasp together. Its hard to find such great quality these days.

How are you dressing to survive this heat?

Do you wear monochrome often? 

Fatshion Faceoff: Christmas

Family, friends and good food. These are the three words that I love most about the holiday season. A full belly, a glass of wine in your hand and surrounded by loved ones. There is so much sharing, happiness and good times. Its just fantastic.

These happy snaps were taken at an early Christmas dinner with my closet girlfriends and it has all of those things mentioned above. Bliss!

I adore these girls. Celebrating the end of a fabulous year with my fabulous ladies!

Skirt: Modcloth

Dress and Hat + Neo's outfit: Cheap shop

Wedges: ZU/ Thongs: Crocs

Funnily enough the top I'm wearing is actually a size 8 mini-dress. Its tight yes, but makes a fabulous top with my Modcloth skirt. And yet more proof that tag size is just that- a tag; its always worth trying things on!

Getting all costumed up alwasy adds to the fun of holidays and parties! I couldn't resist this Aussie Santa suit for Ben with short sleeves and arms for our hot Christmas! And of course, Neo looks like the cutest thing since Shirley Temple in her little outfit! She is growing so fast though she was already too big for it!

Check out all my festive babes this week and I hope you have a Merry Christmas!!

Hanna from The Wardrobe Challenge

Dani from DIY Fatshion

Mouna from Brussels Fatshion

Mhairi from Lilybobombs

Do you dress up for Christmas??

Today it became official. I really am getting married....

It doesn't matter that I've sent out save the date cards, that I've booked the reception or already promised over 15 grand to various suppliers. Today it became real. As I slipped into the first (of many) white gown, I suddenly felt more grown up than I ever have. And at that moment it truly hit me, I really AM getting married! As ridiculous as it sounds, it took ten kilos of lace, beading and taffeta for it all to feel real.

I've dreamt about my dress for as long as I can remember. Sure the image in my head has changed as I've grown up, but the feelings have always been the same: I'm full of love, happiness and surrounded by my family and friends. Up ahead is a (most likely bearded) man who wants to spend his whole life with me and it starts with this outfit. This dress. This day.

None of these made the shortlist, but I still wanted to share a few of my happy snaps from today. If you are on Instagram please check me out- there will be lots of wedding goodness in the next few months!

My beautiful bridesmaids: Liss, Emma and Libby <3

In seven months I walk down the aisle and marry the man of my dreams in the dress of my imaginations! Bring it on!

What does your dream dress look like??