Can you believe that this cape was part of a school uniform in the 50s? I’m so thankful that there’s finally been a little bit of sunshine in Melbourne lately, it’s been rather wet in the past few weeks, making taking blogging photos rather impossible. But luckily, the sun finally greeted with an enthusiastic royal wave, just in time for me to don this Neo Dia ‘UV print’ dress. The Melbourne-based designers continue to create cutting-edge pieces that are innovative but not theatrical, luxurious and yet comfortable. I’ve layered this dress with a black turtleneck , but it will look ultra modern and chic in the warmer months on its own. And can you notice something?
Neo Dia Dress / Joanna Cave necklace / Vintage Shades, Cape, Cuff & Clutch / Country Road Skivvy
You may have been distracted by this fine print, but if you read between the lines, you’ll see that I’ve been waiting for something to ‘appear’ to finally tell you my latest news. I’m sporting a 4 month old bump. A baby bump. Before it appeared, I must admit, I panicked a little. So I overindulged in food just so I can ‘push it out’ a little bit. Because what’s worse? Looking pregnant, or looking like one’s constantly suffering from a post-prandial bulge?
Ok, body change issues aside, I’m thrilled to announce that at the end of November the Kees will become parents to a little Kee (funny that…). It’s still really surreal. Not too long ago, I was still adamant that I will never ever have kids (just like the “I’m never going to get married!” statement I made in my adolescence). Being an only child and having had negative experiences with babies made me believe that they’re the most annoying ‘things’ in the world when I was younger. Plus, Chihuahuas are way more fun than babies! Aren’t they?
But God has a great sense of humour. Slowly, through divine intervention and miraculous circumstances, my heart and attitude started to change. So when hubby and I were finally ready for kids, voila, it happened, effortlessly. I’m still not clucky at all, nor am I particularly excited about giving birth. What I am excited about, is having a baby with Chian, the love of my life.
I’ve been contemplating about how to break this news to you for a while, so hopefully I’ve done it justice. And don’t you worry, Cecylia.com is not going to transform into a maternity blog as I refuse to compromise style for shape, hence why I love this Neo Dia dress so much! The blog will still feature Cecylia, in her designer/vintage garb, although all the pictures will be photo-bombed by Mini Kee…
[spoiler title=”中文版”] 你一定很难相信这件深蓝色的披肩曾是50年的代校服吧？我很感谢墨尔本终于有了一点阳光，过去的几个星期十分潮湿，拍博客的照片很困难。但幸运的是，太阳终于露出了它的笑脸，因此，我穿上这条Neo DiaUV花印的裙子很恰时。这两位墨尔本的设计师不断创造创新并豪华且舒适的时装。我在这件衣服下穿了黑色的高领毛衣，但夏天的时候，单单穿这条裙子它会看起来更别致。你能看出我又什么不同吗？
你可能会看到我有个4个月大的凹凸。是我们的宝宝。在它出现前，我必须承认，我有点慌，为什么我还没有凸出来？所以，我溺爱食品，就为了我能再’推’出来一点。什么更糟的呢？看上去怀着孕，还是看起来总是吃得超饱？
身体变化问题放在一边，我十分高兴宣布，十一月底我们将成为父母！有时简直不敢相信。因为才6个月前，我仍然坚持认为我永远不会有孩子（就像我在中学时宣布“我永远不会结婚！”一样。。。）。身为唯一子女，并与婴儿有许多负面的经验使我年轻的时候认为他们是世界上最讨厌的’东西’。此外，吉娃娃狗不比婴儿更有趣吗？
但是，神很幽默。慢慢地，通过许多的神奇奇事，我的心态慢慢开始产生变化。后来，当我和Chian终于准备好有了孩子，毫不费力地就发生了。到现在我还不怎么喜欢婴孩，我也没有因为要有个婴儿感到兴奋，但我兴奋的是，我将于我最爱的人有个婴儿。
有段时间了，我一直在考虑如何打破这个消息告诉你。你不要担心，Cecylia.com不会转化为成什么生育博客，因为我拒绝做出时尚的妥协。这就是为什么我那么喜欢这件Neo Dia 的裙子！博客仍将有Cecylia，穿这她最爱的设计师/复古装，但所有的照片也将展示‘迷你Cecylia’ [/spoiler]
Oy my goodness!! Huge congrats Cecylia!!! I’m so happy for you. I must say, you hid it quite well. I still wouldn’t have known had I not read the post.(^_^)
awww you are so encouraging! Thank you so much Nikell, your kind words mean the world to me!
I just noticed another name, email, and website in the boxes above so I hope my name etc. shows up with my comment.
Such happy news. You and Chian will be marvellous parents. Congratulations you guys – and big love to mini-Kee!!
thank you so much Iolanthe it was so much fun seeing you yesterday! Thank you for your blessings, we hope to be able to raise mini Kee up well :D
Congratulations!!!! This is great news! now we can have some mummy-to-be chat!
Thank you SO much Teresa! I can’t wait to see you and talk more!!!!
Aaiiieeeeeee that is super exciting! My love and blessings to you all, I can’t imagine a lovelier family. That’ll be one smart, stylish baby…
Aww to hear that from you Claire you’ve made my day (week)! xxxx
CONGRATS!
Aww you have such a tiny bump for 4 months! I hope you made it through the first trimester morning sickness free!
You both must be so excited, what a fantastic blessing :)
Thank you so much Mica you’re so sweet, I’ve been so blessed, no morning sickness at all :)
Thrilled beyond words Cecylia! Congratulations – you will be great parents xx
We will try our best but we will need a lot of guidance and advice! I’m looking at you Rina :D
Congratulations. Just fantastic news. Wishing you both all the best. xx
Ahhh! Congratulations. Very excited to follow your blogs as you begin to welcome someone super special into your worlds.
All the best, goodluck and hoping for a safe and healthy little darling
Trish xx
thank you so much! I’m so excited about pregnancy style too- lots of learn!
Yay! I can’t wait to meet Baby Kee! You’re going to be a wonderful (and fashionable) mum! xx
lol Baby Kee is a cute name too :D I hope so! Miss you lovely!
CONGRATULATIONS CECYLIA!
There’s no couple more deserving of a cute little bubba than you and Chian. Can’t wait to see him/her dressed up in all the finery of their superbly chic Mumma.
Well done to both of you crazy kids,
James
Love you James, thank you so much for your kind words and well wishes. I sure hope I can continue to dress well :D Hope to see you soon!
I had advance notice (lucky me!!), but a great big CONGRATULATIONS again!! You will be such a super chic mama :)
thank you so much! And for the encouragement :D
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Cecylia I am genuinely so so happy for you and Chian. You guys will make the coolest (and most stylish) parents! All the best, you two xxx
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement :D Let’s hope so! Hope you had an amazing birthday!!!!
OHEMGEE CC!! I’ve just landed from New York and am catching up on all things Melbourne, so fabulous to hear your news. Congratulations to you and Chian, LM xxx
thank you so much Lady!!! Welcome back! We’ve missed you!!!
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