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“Sometimes our fate resembles a fruit tree in winter. Who would think that those branches would turn green again and blossom, but we hope it, we know it. “ -Johann Wolfgang on Goethe

I only became a fan of green a few years ago. I grew up without anything green in my wardrobe as it was my mother’s least favourite colour. Over the years however,  jade and emerald have lured me into becoming their friends, especially after Karl Lagerfeld brought the colour back  into the fashion spotlight through his jade jewelry. The stylish ladies below bring ”it’s chic to be green’ to a whole new level.

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The quilted Balenciaga bag aside, that green cardigan is very catchy, but so is her fluffy leather jacket.

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I would be laughing too if I carried a Birkin and had her dress! How amazing is the geometric print! Her dress reminds me of the funky label Antik Batik and her sandals reflect the orange lines of her dress beautifully.

love those blue sandals!

OK, her sandals are probably the best feature, but her floral skirt is stunning too. Simple and chic.

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So achingly elegant in this emerald silk dress, plus her red lips-a  match made in heaven.

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I think Karla (Karla’s Closet) is wearing Animalia Alexander McQueen heels, but it is her turquoise blazer that caught my eye.

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Now here is a lady I would love to meet one day – Natalie Massnet, the founder and director of the ultimate online designer destination Net-A-Porter. I love the olive cardigan and Fendi belt her friend is wearing!

cape dress!!

Who would have thought that a frumpy green cardigan with a cape attached to it would be so hip on. Together with those two-toned heels, she looks like she could take on the world!

This post is dedicated to Jo (it’s her favourite colour), who is making me green with envy as she is travelling around Europe.

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Skirting the Issue

by cecylia on December 27, 2009

It’s nearly 2010! How was everyone’s Christmas? Did you all eat and drink in moderation or is that just wishful thinking?

During summer, everyone likes to wear dresses. As a result, the cute skirt is feeling left out. I thought I would pay tribute to another one of our favourite pieces of clothing. There are some crazy designs here- look out!

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Actually I think this girl could be wearing shorts…oh well, the print is gorgeous and I am more in love with her sweet pink patent heels.

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Amazing outfit- where do you get a quilted black mini like that from? I am not sure if it’s leather. Love her belt too.

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Jane Aldridge of Sea of Shoes strutting her stuff in her backyard. Her vintage skirt is actually a rectangular cotton cloth with aeroplanes on it. There is also a pocket and waist ties.  I want her Ann D lace-up boots!

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Her belt looks familiar: ) Great blue suede ankle boots. I love this outfit. Polished eclectic street style – look how she shimmers.

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A shop chic photo from Elle: crazy shoes, fun top, great skirt. The floral motive extend from the wall to her waist.

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Don’t settle for all-black! Just add an artistic skirt for instant grown-up glamour. A little bit of cubism never hurt anyone. Love the colour combination and the thin lavender belt.

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Jane’s puffy skirt is divine, it would be so soft to wear. A photographer and stylist in training…

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So achingly chic and sleek. What is there not to love? Shall I start with the Louboutin sling-back booties or the Chloe pouch? Yeah, I want her layered skirt too. Here comes her yellow taxi.

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Pretty as a Petal

by cecylia on December 12, 2009

A while back I wrote a post called ‘Kate, never the wall flower’, on Miss Bosworth. With summer approaching in Melbourne, I am embracing the floral trend as the bulbs are blooming. To be honest, I prefer wearing monochromatic outfits but sometimes when I feel like a perk-up, I throw on a floral dress or scarf to brighten my mood. I especially like to wear florals on sunny days. I found some gorgeous girls in floral outfits for your inspiration and enjoyment.

This is the ultimate holiday ensemble. Wild tousled hair, tick. Dark shades, tick. Gorgeous floral caftan, tick. Bright carry-all, tick, Balenciaga, optional. Bare legs with a great tan, tick and bejewelled flat sandals, tick. floral n pretty

This is the creator of he eponymous jewellery label: Assad Mounser. She is wearing one of her creations around her neck- gorgeous strands! I adore the ruffled shoulders and her Moschino heart bag. Certainly one with fashion flair check out her dazzling jewels at her website.

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Texting pretty: I guess only a statuesque lady like her can look so chic in a long floral dress whilst sending an SMS. I adore her brown clutch and her ruched boots- who said you have to match your accessories?

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This is a beautiful picture of a gorgeuos girl by Garance Dore. This girl is stunning and so is her cute outfit! Love the floral tunic, complete with a studded belt. I particualrly like thisphoto as Garance as really captured the youth and beauty this girl epitomizes, and her twirling hair shows a real sense of freedom of self-expression. I really want her shoes!

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This is one look that is easy to follow- easy to pack too! Bring your favourite floral dress and throw on a tux jacket and you’ve pulled off the polished look so effortlessly. And the best thing about this ensemble is, you can change your dress and have the same blazer but you will look different each time! And yes, this is a great trans-seasonal look as the tights are optional.

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The mot fashionable teenage on the planet- Jane Aldridge of Sea of Shoes. I posted about her belt recently and here is her full outfit. Isn’t her dress divine? It has all the primary colours in perfect combination. I love her belt (again) and her brown Prada lace-up boots. This girl just knows how to make everything work to the fullest potential.

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This eclectic chic certainly caught Elle Street Chic’s attention, with her dorky glasses, denim cutoffs, gorgeous floral coat, cream YSL bag and rock-n-roll heels. 2 thumbs up for her original mix of quirky and fabulous accessories! I would love to know where she got her jacket from

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Thanks for reading, start blooming today!

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Vintage in Zurich

by cecylia on August 12, 2009

 

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Carrying a patent leather Country Road tote, wearing a French vintage designer navy floral dress, patent leather gladiator sandals and a silly ‘tourist-y’ pose in Zurich, Switzerland.

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