lfw: topshop unique fall 12..

Topshop Unique is the most wearable and snuggly collection I've seen so far. 

It's a fact: oversized, utilitarian, man tailoring is a trend for winter!

lmff mimco giveaway..

LMFF is just around the corner and I can't wait! Gabby & I will be attending the Mimco show and guess what? You can too!
I am giving away 2 tickets, for you and a pal to attend their Season 1 launch on March 13th at Central Pier, Docklands. Tickets are valued at $100.
All you gotta do is:
- Like Mimco & LMFF on Facebook- Like me on either (or all) Facebook, Bloglovin, Twitter, Google- Comment below saying "I've liked and entered!"
Goodluck my pretties. Entries close 9/3/12 at 5pm.
xx Shardette

navy & cream..

Introducing my latest big purchase, the Camilla and Marc "Copper Tip" shift dress.

I've been eyeing it since their Melbourne store launch and finally decided enough is enough.. now I'm a sailor lover!

Camilla and Marc dress

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My friends clutch (love it!)

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Therapy flatforms

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ASOS cuffs  /  YSL Arty ring

Photos: Gabby

nyfw: proenza schouler fall 12..

Ahhh could winter get any cooler? The boys from PS bring it again!

nyfw: preen fall 12..

Love the refreshing take on colour and florals for winter.

masculine monochrome..

I'm not going to lie, I love a bit of masculine dressing. I was channelling a touch of Michael Corleone when taking these pics. Who doesn't want to be an Italian gangster wearing coats as capes with loafers?

Zara coat

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Shirt from Vietnam

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Staple knit top

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Otto jeans

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Topshop loafers

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KW Shades  /  MK Watch

valentine..

Happy Valentine's Day to you all!

xx Shardette

 She is Frank

nyfw: cushnie et ochs fall 12..

Hello Cushnie et Ochs.

Sexy. Sporty. Chic.

Elle

nyfw: yigal azrouel fall 12..

NYFW has begun! I'll be posting my favourite looks starting with this stunning collection by Yigal Azrouel. Loving the black leather, burgundy, neck chokers and fur (should be faux) details.

Bring on fall.

amethyst & gold..

Just thought I should show you the other skirt I made (tutorial here).

Perfect for those hot summer days!

Shirt from Vietnam

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DIY skirt

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Wittner heels

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Stylestalker cuff  /  Necklace from Vietnam

sportluxe..

A little bit of sporty luxe never goes astray. Hope you have a lovely week! 

xx Shardette

Acne jumper

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T by Alexander Wang dress

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Topshop Platforms

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LIFEwithBIRD bag

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DIY Perspex cuffs  /  Karen Walker shades

shardette in thailand..

I'm so excited to share this video that I made (with a lot of help from my boyfriend) with you all! It's my first attempt at a holiday compilation vid and I can't wait to make more. Enjoy!
xx Shardette

maximum..

Introducing my DIY maxi split skirt (tutorial here). 

Perfect for a windy day pounding the pavement!

Bec & Bridge Akubra

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Agenty Ninety-Nine singlet

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DIY maxi split skirt

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LIFEwithBIRD bag

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Tony Bianco boots

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Collier de chien

DIY maxi split skirt..

The past few days I have been working on two gorgeous sheer maxi's in both black and purple. Because I didn't have a pattern (and I'm a slight perfectionist) it involved a lot of unpicking, resewing and general teeth clenching! This ain't a easy DIY as chiffon is one tricky mofo to sew but if you have moderate sewing skills you'll be fine!

You will need:
- At least 1.5-2 metres of chiffon/sheer fabric- Elastic band (enough for your waist)- Thread- Sewing tools

1. Cut two fabric pieces. The first 55cm (front) and the second 60cm (back). The selvedge will be at the waist and at the hem. You can adjust this depending on your size or how gathered you want your skirt. 
2. Overlock all raw edges.

3. Sew 45cm down (2cm seam allowance) on each side. This will make the side splits.

4. Fold the waistband down, this will form where the elastic will go. How far down you'll sew depends on the width of your elastic. Make it only a few millimetres wider than your elastic. Don't forget to leave a small hole to feed the elastic through.

5. Once you've fed the elastic through, overlap the two ends and secure with MANY stitches! Close up the hole. To secure the elastic in place, do a few stitches near the side seams.

6. OPTIONAL - Depending on how you want your skirt to look, you can make a little tube to go underneath. All I did was measure my hips and make a two layer tube skirt with a length of 35cm. Hand sew inside the waistband.

7. Finish off the edges and bring up the hem if required.. VOILA!