the photo phobic

It's been 3 years and a lot has changed since my last blog post. Scott and I have packed up our lives in New Zealand and headed over to the other side of the world with a one-way ticket. Our final destination is London where we plan to set up again, but over the next few months we will be "of no fixed abode" as we travel throughout Europe in the hope of having some new and exciting adventures together.

Crown, Initial + Infinity Knot Etsy/ Six band Stolen Girlfriends Club.

I'm a sucker for silver rings but something that really frustrates me is when they tarnish. Now I'm not only talking about cheap chain store brands, but I've also experienced it with those towards the higher end such as Marc by Marc Jacobs and Dior. This has led me to the resolution to only buy sterling silver rings, as no matter how much I may love the design (or designer), I really can't be doing with having to take my rings off every time I want to wash my hands. I've recently picked up a few sterling silver beauties from Etsy for incredibly reasonable prices, and although they may not carry the designer name, they are gorgeously handcrafted and will last the distance x

Jacket Topshop/ Shirt Glassons/ Jeans Glassons/ Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Lita/ Necklace Tiffany & Co/ Bag Marc by Marc Jacobs/ Glasses Rayban Wayfarers/ Lips Airborne Unicorn by Limecrime. 

After a month long inadvertent break I thought it was high time I got reacquainted with my blog. Since my last post I've experienced lots of 'news' in my life... a new year, a new job, a new piercing and of course a few new clothes, but you'll be pleased to know that I have kept to my shoe spending ban so no new shoes! To be honest over the past few weeks I'd lost motivation and didn't feel like I'd worn many blogworthy outfits, but when I popped this on yesterday I decided it was time to get back to it. The jacket is a recent addition I picked up in the Topshop sale. It'd been sitting in my cart since before christmas so when it was finally reduced I decided to treat myself. I love the colour combination and boucle texture which dresses up the bomber style while still remaining casual. As for the rest of the outfit, it's really simple with black pleather panel jeans and a sheer textured shirt. I also dusted off my Litas as I haven't worn sky-high heels for a while. Stay tuned x

Jacket Topshop/ Jumpsuit Cotton On/ Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Glen/ Necklace + Bracelet Mimco/ Bag Topshop/ Glasses Equip/ Lips Innocent by Topshop.

This jumpsuit has been in my wardrobe for a few years now, but I'm not sure why doesn't get out too often. For a coolish summer day I paired it with a mint boucle jacket from Topshop. I'm a fan of the contrasting elements i.e. the formal boucle fabric against biker zip details (although the zip on the front causes the left sleeve to pill, which is frustrating). The pastel grey wedges and oversized bag break up the long black column, while the cheap and cheerful heart shape glasses add a bit of fun to the look x

Although they were rather difficult to get hold of, the Glen wedge in grey suede are probably the simplest JCs I own. When I ordered them about 2 years ago I got them in my usual size but when they arrived I couldn't even fit my foot in, so sadly had to let them go. After several months of anxious waiting, and deciding I couldn't live without them, they were finally restocked on Revolve, so I sized up one and a half sizes! They are a little big, but fit fine and comfortable with an insole. These are the only JCs I've had a major issue with sizing, and although I don't wear them as much as I used to, they're a great staple shoe and I'm glad I did get hold of them x

Jacket Zara/ Shirt Glassons/ Jeans Country Road/ Necklace H&M/ Boots Cheap Monday/ Glasses Rayban Wayfarers/ Rings Karen Walker, Etsy, Stolen Girlfriends Club/ Lips Inhibition by Topshop.

Here is a version of my go-to outfit: black sheer shirt and skinny jeans. I know it's not the most exciting look but I like it and thought I would share. It's pretty casual as I've been out running errands etc (one of which is very exciting and you will see the result of soon). Although it's supposed to be summer, it was pretty chilly so my Zara pleather sleeve jacket was well warranted. To contrast with the utilitarian style, I choose neon highlights with a jewel necklace from H&M and nails in Fresh by Ruby. Believe it or not, the coordination was a coincidence this time x