easy

So you know how I was whinging about my lack of clothing options? I went on a shopping spree at Artizia! Hello staff discount!!! I bought 2 x jackets, 3 x tshirts and 1 x lace bralette. The denim jacket, tee & sporty shorts are the perfect Spring evening outfit for me. Laid back, easy & uber cool. Now that's what I'm talking about. x Sharday

Wilfred Free denim jacket  /  Wilfred Free tshirt  /  H&M Sports shorts (that's right I'm wearing running shorts)  /  Alexander Wang Rocco bag (Leonie's!)  /  Shardette DIY bracelet  /  Michael Kors watch  /  Seed Femme heels

Photos by: Leonie from The Signature Bow

prisma vs. pashli

Alexander Wang Prisma Lunch Bag vs 3.1 Phillip Lim Mini Pashli Two Tone

Help me people! I can't decide between these two STUNNING bags. I wanted to treat myself to a little *congratulations on the new job* bag, but I'm having a hard time deciding. I must say I'm leaning slightly towards the Wang Prisma Lunchbag, just because it can be worn so many ways and it's practical for work.

Thoughts? 

in the bag

There's something sneaky yet intriguing about seeing the contents of one's bag or wardrobe. Maybe it's because the items are completely personal so you feel like your getting an insiders look into their life. Presenting a sneak peek into my current bag contents.

Clockwise: Celine inspired tote (ordered from a leather shop in Shanghai)  /  Gorman key charm  /  Le Specs sunglasses  /  Yen mag  /  kikki.k diary  /  Alexander Wang Fumo wallet  /  Cat iPhone case (crazy in love with this guy)  /  Chanel Rouge Allure lipstick in 'Admirable'

yaletown

These weekend snaps were taken in the uber luxe area of Vancouver called Yaletown. I'm loving my new Acne sweater dress, a last minute purchase before I left Australia, which has come in handy more than once.

Also, apologies for my schizophrenic dressing - it seems one post I'm in a sheer dress and the next I'm all rugged up freezing my butt off. The thing is, it's about to get a whole lot more crazy as I'm FLYING BACK TO AUSTRALIA TOMORROW. My best friend's getting married and I'm super proud to be the maid of honour. So get ready for more North meets South hemispheric dressing! x Sharday

Acne sweater dress  /  Tricia & Verona shirt  /  Uniqlo jeans  /  Alexander Wang Fumo wallet  /  Michael Kors watch  /  Country Road boots

botanica

The botanical trend doesn't seem to be disappearing anytime soon and although most think it's confined to Summer days - this is not true! Darker botanical pants can be worn in Winter with warm knits and cute ankle boots. Alternatively (for you Southern hemispherians) botanical playsuits can be worn with flatform sneakers & a shoulder bag and VOILA.. festival ready! x Sharday

L-R  ILLESTEVA sunglasses  /  Boohoo 'Lorelei' boots  /  Boohoo 'Sara' knit  /  Boohoo 'Michelle' trousers  /  Topshop beanie  /  3.1. Phillip Lim Pashli Messenger

L-R  YSL Arty ring  /  Boohoo 'Harper' bracelet  /  Boohoo 'Whitney' flatforms  /  Boohoo 'Daisy' playsuit  /  ILLESTEVA sunglasses  /  Alexander Wang Rockie bag

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the challenge

I set myself a challenge a few weeks back. Wear more colour & prints. You have to understand that my everyday wardrobe favours basic colours and minimal prints.

So when Bardot asked me so style one of their new Summer prints into my wardrobe, I thought it was the perfect opportunity to try it out. At first I felt a little uncomfortable wearing such a bold print but then I just applied my tried and true rules: pair it back with basics and most importantly, never under estimate a white shirt. The end result is pretty damn good, if I don't say so myself :P.

Karen Walker sunglasses  /  Shirt from tailors in Vietnam  /  Bardot Huntress pants

Michael Kors watch  /  Alexander Wang Emile bag  /  Seed Femme heels

collective

Just a few little items that have been getting a whole lot of use lately. Happy Sunday! x Sharday

Alexander Wang Fumo wallet  /  iPhone 5  /  Le Specs Runaways  /  Balenciaga Parfum

Magma Fashion Sketchbook  /  Bardot cap (similar)

street smith x shardette #5

Sporty luxe is the trend / look that keeps giving. Combining comfort and style is clearly the jackpot in outfits hence my love. These pants and tee are testamount to the philosophy and make bi-weekly appearances in my outfit selections. Oh & this new Alexander Wang 'Fumo' clutch is pretty cute also! x Sharday

Photography & styling: Liz from Street Smith

Bardot trucker cap  /  Stylenanda top  /  H&M pants

Topshop heels  /  Hermes cuff  /  Alexander Wang clutch

in bloom

Spring is here so it's time to bring out the florals (not like Winter stopped that though :p). This Zara blazer was such a bargain. It was on sale in Shanghai for $20AUD!! I clenched it and dashed straight to the change rooms. No one was going to take my blazer. Bargain of the century! xx Sharday

Zara blazer  /  Stylenanda jersey top  /  Stylenanda jeans

Le Specs shades  /  Collier de chien cuff  /  Alexander Wang Emile tote  /  Topshop heels

spring essentials

The perfect outfit for those inbetween Spring days when you don't know what the weather will be like. And of course with my favourite touches of leopard, red and gold. xx Sharday

L-R  /  Ksubi Bellatrix sunglasses  /  Tony Bianco Krystle sandals

Ksubi jumper  /  Bardot skater skirt

Tony Bianco ram horns ring  /  Alexander Wang leopard Emile tote

botanical

I'm back from China and I've had to do a serious catch up on the Spring collections. One thing I've noticed is that crazy floral/techno prints are here to stay. As Miranda Priestly would say "Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking", but in all seriousness florals ain't going no where! Love love love the entire 3.1 Phillip Lim collection.

xx Sharday

c'est chic

Just a chic little outfit I'm lusting for right now..

L-R  Sass & Bide Rosario sunglasses  /  Alexander Wang Croc Embossed Rafael bag

Sass and Bide Rising Sun knit  /  Sass and Bide Raising the Bar Zippora jeans

House of Harlow studs  /  YSL Pastel Pink Arty Ring  /  Tony Bianco Adele stilettos

noir & navy

Who said you can't wear black & navy together? Sometimes I like to prove these stupid 'fashion rules' wrong. Other examples are "never wear double denim", "red and green should never be seen" and for American's "never wear white shoes after Labor Day" (whatever that means :S). xx Sharday

Country Road sweater  /  Viktoria + Woods skirt

Alexander Wang Emile (borrowed from Gabby)  /  Topshop stilettos  /  KW Sunglasses  /  Collier de chien cuff

mellow yellow

Yep. Still frothing over Stella McCartney's resort collection. Here's a subdued version featuring every shade of Autumn. xx Sharday

Preen cream wool blazer  /  Gorman camel jumper  /  Gorman Stella trousers

Ksubi Rana sunglasses  /  Alexander Wang yellow Rocco

minty city

Melbourne is not only my birth city but it's my favourite city. Maybe it's because they say home is where the heart is but either way there's something special about Melbourne  xx Sharday

P.s. Apologies for my absence of late.. uni exams + sickess = lameness. 

Bec & Bridge Akubra  /  StyleNanda sweater  /  White shirt from Vietnam  /  H&M leather shorts

Tights c/o Ambra  /  Country Road boots  /  Alexander Wang Emile bag  /  Shardette DIY bracelets