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Call me Eclectic

by cecylia on December 7, 2011

What do you think of this cute bag? I recently discovered a quirky and contemporary bag label, Veira. The Singapore-based designer used to be an engineer! Another kindred spirit! Don’t you adore the trompe l’oeil detailing of the KissLock Bag and the huge brass clasp? It’s so roomy I can fit all my essentials but still wear it as a clutch. And if you’re interested, it’s available on ASOS!

Recently I was also introduced to a Melbourne-based eco-friendly basics label Sosume, created by Alex Trimmer. When asked about the origin of the label’s name, Alex said ‘Well it literally means “so sue me” which was my first reaction to having my original name taken by some Canadian clothing line.’ Don’t you just love a witty designer? What impressed me the most, aside from the fact that the pieces are high both on the style and sustainability stakes, is that they are Melbourne made! The material, micro modal, is made naturally, is biodegradable, lightweight, breathable, holds shape better than cotton and feels like silk on your skin.

Outfit: Alex Monroe earrings, Sosume V neck Tee (on sale!), Dimacci cuff, Veira bag, Spijkers en Spijkers wool pants, vintage scarf, sunnies, cardigan, belt and shoes

For the observant readers you may notice that in one of these pictures I’m wearing this funky cardigan upside down! I do this with all of my slouchy cardis. When worn upside down, the traditional look is transformed into a knitted cape (with sleeves). Can you see which photo I’m referring to?

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Blousing Around

by cecylia on June 28, 2011

Melbournians love to layer. It has been very cold lately so everyone is rugging up. But it’s rarely cold enough for us to pull out our thick coats. So how do Melbournians keep warm? We layer!

When we chose the Spijkers en Spijkers wool jumpsuit and the Karla Spetic silk dress for this pair, we knew a key ingredient was missing from this recipe for stylish winter style – a chic blouse! So we paired these divine silk shirts with the jumpsuit/dress.

Left: Alldressedup blouse, Spijkers en Spijkers wool jumpsuit, Damselfly bejewelled epaulet, Repetto clutch

Right: Bento blouse, Alldressedup necklace, Karla Spetic dress, Damselfly bracelet, Omero polka dot stockings

So fashionistas, tell us how do you layer in winter?

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Melbourne Metals

by cecylia on June 6, 2011

One highlight of RAFW was visiting the offsite Melbourne jewellery showroom. 5 emerging jewellers, Estelle Deve, Hamish Munro, Henson, Van Der Glas and Young Hunting, form the Melbourne Metal Collective. The name reminds me of the silversmith guild of antiquity, so cool! Check out their website, it makes my drool. They have an online store too, see here! It was a little homely pad of awesomeness. I was enthralled by all the designers and their edgy pieces.

I was so excited to meet Estelle Deve, I saw her jewellery a year ago and was blown away by the raw beauty in her pieces. I was thrilled to meet the gorgeous designer and see her new collection. When Estelle greeted me, I thought she was the model in the showroom, blond, tall, Parisian, no wonder her jewellery is also so good-looking.

Oxidized silver pieces of her signature ‘florals’. I saw a few hip fashionistas spot Estelle’s pieces front-row at RAFW in gold, they looked amazing on!

Another collection that caught my eye and tickled my fancy was Van Der Glas. Her pieces are inspired by materials that once used to be a part of the human body. This collection, Van Der Glas features pieces made from real human teeth, real human hair and also casts of them. This may sound a little odd, but not at all to me. When I was growing up, I loved visiting museums which showcased mummified creatures, I thought they were so fascinating. When I was in Paris last year, I saw a floor-length gown made entirely of black human hair. It was pure couture, avant-garde and a little weird, just the way I love it. Van Der Glas’ collection really spoke to me, here are some of my favourite pieces I would like to share with you, and hopefully you see the beauty in them.

I am in love with these blond and red-haired necklaces and bag Van Der Glas can also make bespoke pieces- so you can provide your own hair to have these pieces made. Too bad I cut my hair and didn’t save it! Next time :)

If you have good eyesight, you may see the sign above my head: ‘Don’t even think about parking across this driveway’. Attitude! This sign was opposite the Melbourne Metal Collective showroom. Very fitting. As we all know, jewellery should compliment your outfit, but with MMC, they MAKE the outfit.

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Jump To It

by cecylia on June 1, 2011

I have saved this Spijkers en Spijkers jumpsuit to wear at RAFW, it is one of my favourite onesies. The Dutch sisters made me this wool jumpsuit especially because our boutique got it in black, but I still think the caramel rocks. It looks amazing with a puss-bow blouse underneath, next time! I teamed it with a wool Chloe jacket I bought from theOutnet, my Sonia Rykiel pumps and a vintage bag (for the ipad). Wearing MAWI necklace and ring, also seen here.

Seeing Leeyong from Style Wilderness and Phoebe, aka Lady Melbourne brought sunshine to my morning, for Day 4 of RAFW. ‘Tis good to see Melbournians in Sydney! Leeyong is one of the most creative ladies I have ever met. She made her earrings, to see how, see here. She made the fringe wrap around her shoes herself from her leather skirt! From one clever beauty to the other, Lady Melbourne is the epitome of chic with her beige and blue ensemble. I joked with her saying that her ankle support strap is actually really cute, I would wear the pair in black! So we laughed about rushing to the pharmacist and pretend that we have sprained both of f our ankles.

I met veteran blogger Helen from Sassy Bella from Day One, but only now I got a chance to be photographed with her. She always has a crowd around her. Her two toned shoes are super super sweet!

Another lady I was trying to get a hold of all week at Rosemount was the Fashion Editor of the Age, Janice BreenBurns. Judging by her tweets, I knew she was here in Sydney, but it was only a visit to backstage to say ‘Happy Birthday’ to the Talented Miss Yeojin Bae, that I got to catch up with Janice. She was busy interviewing Yeojin about her show-stopping collection.

By the 4th day of RAFW, I had nearly finished up with my buying appointments so had more time to hang out with my friends and meet new blogger friends. Here is Joelyne, The Sydney Girl, in her insanely hot leather skirt. But I know that you are admiring her pink socks! J’adore! I am featured in this post of hers. Her pictures are much better than mine. It was such a pleasure to photograph all the fashion elites and to introduce myself to them. My favourite response from them was not ‘Oh I love your _____’, it was’ Oh I’ve heard of your blog!’ That made my week.

Thank you so much for reading my blog and for following my peculiar life. As far as I know, there is no other vet out there who has branched into fashion like I have. I have been incredibly blessed to be given all these amazing opportunities. And if you are a vet who has opened her boutique, let me know! It’s been an absolute pleasure sharing my experiences and adventures with you. It makes me smile knowing that you are reading. And hopefully you are smiling too.

I’m wearing: Spijkers en Spijkers wool jumpsuit (available in black from our boutique), Chloe jacket, Mawi necklace and ring (available here), Viktor & Rolf silk bracelet, Sonia Rykiel pumps, vintage shades and bag

Next up: my fascination with metals and hair

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