CROC LEATHER SITUATION

Newest Purchase: Vintage Princess Bleecker Bag thrifted on eBay

When classic pieces like the Vintage Princess bleecker bag sell out, you betcha it'll be on eBay for a steal of the price. Think I've found the holy grail of everyday wear tote bags. It's leather and croc skin add a smidge of sports luxe meets boyfriend style to whatever it is you're sporting. You'll be sorry you didn't invest in a bit of croc leather...

Anna x

SILK PANELS GALORE

Top to bottom: Sass and Bide tops, Sass and bide the knockout top & nature of happiness shorts, boots from Hong Kong, Elle Australia Magazine, MacBook Air.

I know you're probably thinking that it's just another white top and I'm just another pretentious teenager with a blog... But I assure you my love for it is so much more than that. It's the silk. That glorious silk paneling that so elegantly complements the cotton jersey back. All in all, it's a luxe tank that I probably didn't need but that I hope to transcend into a wardrobe staple.

In other news, I bought a MacBook for uni and I'm glad I did. Definitely one of the most aesthetic pieces of computing machinery out there. And how could I not have opted for this month's Elle seeing it is as enticing as Margot looks on the cover.

Anna x

SNAKING ME CRAZY

Newest Purchases: Truffle boots / Witchery top / Sass and Bide snakeskin pants.

There truly isn't a better way to start the day than with a delivery. And who knew an eBay one could be just as (or maybe even more) exciting as from an e-boutique. With the top accumulated from a recent trip to DJ's and the snakeskin and boots thrifted on eBay, I was more than satisfied to consider the pieces a tribal moment for me. I'd even go a bit rash and call it a touch of Wasson, just because she's the ultimate girl who didn't care what she was wearing but by chance ended up looking amazing. Anyway, I'd hoped the hard wood floor plus a little indoor palm could consolidate the tribal thing going on here... Maybe not?

Anna x

BACK TO BASICS: TEN TIMELESS PIECES

Left to right: white t-shirt Alexander Wang / cashmere sweater Bassike / classic sunglasses Karen Walker / leather skirt Eska Alikai / black heels Tony Bianco / white button up shirt Mlle Mademoiselle / black tote Alexander Wang / little black dress Alexander Wang / blue jeans Nobody Denim / boyfriend watch Fossil.

We've all seen trends come and go but these pieces - the wardrobe essentials - these are forever, baby. From the classic white tee to black heels to those perfect blue jeans, whichever the basic, you can be sure of the fact that you'll never get it wrong. They are the must haves that no wardrobe should be without.

From there you can figure out the game changers. Whether you're a sandals or flats kind of gal, cross body satchel or purse, leather jacket or blazer, denim cut offs or dress shorts etc.

In the words of Vivienne Westwood, "buy less, choose well".

Anna x

RIGHT TURN DOWN AUGUST STREET

Newest Purchase: August Street piper jumpsuit from The Grand Social.

Delivery day is always a glorious one. Especially, when the postman deliveries the alluring goods from August Street the label. A relative new comer on the Aussie fashion scene, I have been eyeing this edgy yet fashion forward brand for some time. With campaigns reminiscent of youthful Aussie Summer chills, the label's latest collection has mimicked the lustre and design approach of high fashion brands (to which Céline comes to mind). I absolutely adore my new jumpsuit's sleek design and modern colour palette. Who knew minimal could meet colour...

You can shop August Street on The Grand Social here.

Anna x

NOTHING TASTES AS GOOD AS SKINNY FEELS

Just a tribute to the oh so cool Kate Moss of the 90's, who today celebrated her 40th, headed by her own oh so controversial words. 

Probably Moss' most famous and contentious quote, 'nothing tastes as good as skinny feels' has become a mantra for teenage girls and young adults. It is surely worthy of discussion and stigmatization when applied to the context of one's mental and physical health. 

I'm not sure I want to go into all that, but what the quote says to me is that Moss is someone who speaks her mind. It fascinates me how she was able to blurt out something so inconsequential to herself yet so outrageous to the public.

I basically have perpetual love for Moss and the simple fact she does what she wants. Happy 40th Kate, you absolute beaut xx

Anna x

N.B. All images from thefashionspot and tumblr.

WHITE EDIT BLACK EDIT

White, Top to bottom: Calvin Klein one perfume, Celine sunglasses, Bassike t-shirt, Eska Alikai tank, Helmut Lang shirt, Sass and Bide shorts, Eska Alikai skirt, Eska Alikai skirt, Jil Sander pants, Eska Alikai sandals, Givenchy leather sandal.

Black, Top to Bottom: Calvin Klein one perfume, Karen Walker sunglasses, Nobody tee, Urban Outfitters bralet, Bassike t-shirt, Motel skirt, Asos skirt, Alexander Wang skirt, Nobody jeans, Asos chelsea boots, Atmos and Here sandal.

The best part about holidays would have to be the spare time that enables you to make polyvore-esque collages like these. I should probably just make one instead of filling my blog with collages, but for the mean time I suppose that's the way it's gonna be.

I think it's fair to say that half the population love this white on white black on black business and the other half abhor it. Most of the people I know are into prints, colour and more frivolous designs, which is probably a good influence to have. The inability to incorporate these things into one's wardrobe is every minimalist's greatest struggle. 

Anyway, I hope to accumulate some whites/blacks from these collages soon. Add to the collection, you know.

Anna x