1 Dress 2 Ways: Casual vs Chic

Fashion Myth: printed pieces don’t have the same stylistic opportunities as block basics.  Now that’s certainly not the case for this starry number by Marcs, as I see plenty of versatility to dress up or dress down this piece with just the right accessories. Presenting a quick how to style 1 dress 2 ways, from casual to chic.

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Marcs Silk Star Cluster Shirtdress, French Connection Block Swoop Blazer, Oroton Forte Mini Clutch, Larsson & Jennings Lugano Watch, Mimco Perfect Pear StudJo Mercer Candice Dress Heels, Seed Heritage Leather Jacket, Prada Round Sunglasses, French Connection Large Sequin Bucket Bag, Wittner Honesty Ankle Boot, Samantha Wills Heart Wonder Ring, MAC Cosmetics Velvet Teddy Lipstick.

Casual

1. Dress down the elaborate print of this piece with the ultimate “cool girl” accessory – a buttery, leather jacket. I tend to favour a cropped cut as it appears more feminine when layered over your favourite shift dress.

2. Team with a pair of ankle boots, like these Wittner booties. Never have I seen a more practical purchase with it’s sensible, stacked, block heel – perfect for endless roaming and shopping.

3. A bucket bag is the perfect choice for day to day wear, allowing for effortless storage possibilities and a cool, sling over your shoulder statement.

4. Accessories are best kept simple, understated with a touch of glam. There’s nothing I love more than a statement, stone ring like this Samantha Wills find, teamed with a pair of luxe Prada shades.

Chic

1.  A tailored blazer is the perfect way to layer this frock, whilst evaluating to chic status. I’m loving styles that offer a little extra length like this French Connection find. Not to mention, the lapels offer an elegant touch.

2. Swap the booties for a cleaner style, like a sleek Mary Jane in suede.

3. Emphasise the metallic strands throughout this dress with a matching, metallic clutch. This mini Oroton clutch is the perfect little accessory for a fabulous night out with the girls, storing your essential makeup items for sneaky touch ups, phone, keys and keycard. As George Gershwin once sung, “who could ask for anything more!”

4. Nothing says ultimate sophistication like a pair of pear shaped, crystal studs and naturally, Mimco is delivering the goods! Team with a classic time piece, like this Larsson & Jennings mesh strap watch.

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Marcs Rainbow Stripe Midi Skirt, Seed Tie Off Shoulder Top, Wittner Otto Heels, Lack Of Color Spencer Boater, Camilla Fan.

Feelin’ the mexicola magic as I swirl around in this Marcs Rainbow Midi Skirt – a colourful little number sure to spice up your wardrobe in the best way! With super lightweight material, this pleated piece has gorgeous movement as you stride along the street in the sunshine. Did I mention this skirt is on sale? Check it out, along with other goodies in the Marcs Sale!

I’m pairing this piece with a crisp, shoulder-baring blouse from Seed. This top has super cute detail seen in its shoulder ties, floaty short sleeves and swing hem. Love this piece as much as I do? It’s your lucky day, because it’s on sale too! What. A. Steal! Spoil yourself and snap it up here. Happy Shopping!

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Photography by Erin Smith Photography

Girl Interrupted in C/MEO Collective

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C/MEO Collective Interrupt Dress, Wittner Otto Heels, Pandora February Droplet Ring, Pandora February Droplet Earrings.

It’s not often I find myself in a midi length dress, mostly due to the awkward length on my petite 163cm frame, however this C/MEO Collective frock is my current go-to! I absolutely love the detail seen in this slip dress, from the drapey structure, to the gathered waist tie. Of course, it’s only necessary to pop that leg like Angelina Jolie when embracing such a fabulous side front split as this. #WERKITGIRL!

There’s something very fresh about the monochromatic, confetti print and yet it’s versatile enough to style as a transeasonal piece, teamed with a pair of ankle boots and layered with a leather jacket. But for today, I’m strolling along in a pair of cute heels and a bold red lippy, because Mondays need a side of glam!

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Photography by Erin Smith Photography

A Summer Affair…with a Bustier!

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Seed Heritage Bustier, Seed Heritage Denim Mini, Wittner Otto Heels, Furla Metropolis Mini Bag (similar style here), Swarovski Earrings (similar style here).

I’ve recently fallen in love with a bustier – can you blame me? It’s a flirty little number, featuring a playful, tiered structure and boned bodice for support. Complete with a sweetheart neckline, an off the shoulder fit and a delicious polkadot print – this piece was simply made for summer getaways. Because, who doesn’t love showing off the latest freckles on your shoulders, whilst galavanting with the gals, Aperol Spritz in hand!

I’m teaming this little Seed Heritage find with straight up denim…. mini skirt that is! The first to enter my wardrobe since the nineties, believe it or not! I’ve since come to find that denim skirts are the perfect, effortless addition to your wardrobe and this little piece will be on constant rotation this season.

Before I leave you to find a cool breeze and a nip of bubbly, I want to know how you are styling a summer bustier? Are you keeping it chic with a casual getup? Or dressing one up for a night on the town? Leave me a comment below cuties!

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Photography by Erin Smith Photography