the photo phobic

On my nails at the moment is OPI Formidably Orange from the Outrageous Neons collection. I bought the set of four neon minis and I must say I was super excited, but now am rather disappointed. Having never used OPI minis before I found it rather difficult to apply as the brush is really small and it was difficult to get enough polish...

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Jacket Zara/ Trousers Glassons/ Shoes Glassons/ Necklace Mimco/ Glasses Vintage/ Lips Innocent by Topshop. Today is an outfit I wore to work the other week with my favourite Zara blazer. Although I don't think it has featured on my blog until now it is probably one of the most worn pieces in my wardrobe as it's so versatile with a bit of interest...

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Hats Cotton On Since I've had short hair I haven't worn many hats, but after bagging these bargains I think that is about to change. I picked them up on an unexpected trip to Cotton On at only $2 each! I saw the straw cap a while ago and loved it, but my friend thought rather differently. I'm glad I held off on...

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Today's JCs are the Polly, which I own in grey leather. They're a great staple shoe as they are a rather simple wedge style, comfortable height for all day wear and the mid-grey colour coordinates with my wardrobe very easily. Although I like the brogue detailing and a peep toe, they are rather roomy around the ankle with means I often stick to wearing...

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Shirt Glassons + DIY/ Skirt Sighle Illston/ Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Nightwalk/ Rings Ruby, Etsy, Silvermoon, Isa Dambeck, My mum's/ Lips Airborne Unicorn by Limecrime. I made this pleather skirt a few months ago after spotting the fabric and wondering what I could make with it. I'm really pleased with the result as the asymmetrical, wrap-style and punched texture is a bit different to...

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I wore the Cuffed last night which are one of my latest JC purchases I picked up pre-shoe spending ban. They're a style I've had my eye on for about a year, but back then thought I would own the grey or black suede. It seems as my JC collection has grown my shoe style has strayed to the more unconventional. As you can see...

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Jacket Topshop/ Dress Twentyseven Names/ Boots Cheap Monday/ Glasses Alexander Wang/ Bag Marc by Marc Jacobs/ Rings Isa Dambeck, My mum's, Silvermoon, Etsy, Ruby/ Lips Girl About Town by Mac. Here is the first attempt at styling my printed leather jacket from Topshop. I decided to wear it for a day at work so the rest of the outfit was thrown together very quickly,...

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Although I've been a fan of NZ label Ruby for several years, it seems in the past few seasons they have really upped their ante to a point where I am now completely enamoured by their collections. Something I love about Ruby is the way their garments have an air of understated quirkiness, in particular by way of signature prints and unexpected detailing,...

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I think the Bandit booties were my second pair of JCs, and are possibly my most comfortable. My favourite feature is the contrast panelling detail in shades of grey which adds interest for an element of understated quirk x ...

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Jacket Zara/ Shirt ASOS/ Jeans Glassons/ Boots Topshop/ Glasses Rayban Wayfarers/ Bag Marc by Marc Jacobs/ Lips Beguiled by Topshop. Another outfit inspired by the Northern Hemisphere's hottest autumn colours: burgundy and khaki. Although it's spring here I'm still enjoying these shades, particularly when paired together. I picked up the Zara jacket when I was in the UK earlier this year and have...

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My latest arrival is this gorgeous embellished top from ASOS. I first spotted it on Ellie Goulding on the homepage but couldn't find it online, yet after a few days persistently checking the new in section there it was. I love the contrast of the leather sleeves and delicate embellishment which makes it easy to dress up or down. I'm looking forward to...

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Dress Lonely Hearts/ Leather Jacket Oasis/ Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Mary Roks/ Necklace DIY/ Rings Isa Dambeck, My mum's, Stolen Girlfriends Club/ Lips Rumour Has It by Topshop.  This is the outfit I wore to my birthday dinner, but didn't get a chance to photograph it until now. The dress was actually an unexpected purchase on my birthday day so decided to wear it straight...

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I've had the Foxy in nude for about a year now, and I'm excited it's finally warming up enough to wear them again. Being a sandal style they are definitely one of my 'girlier' JCs and the platform and chunky heel make them comfortable and easy to walk in. Originally I wanted the black suede but they were sold out in my size...

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Cardigan Paper Heart/ Shirt Supré/ Jeans Glassons/ Boots Glassons/ Glasses Vintage/ Rings Karen Walker, My mum's/ Lips Beguiled by Topshop.  Today's outfit is pretty casual with a twist of striped jeans and a shaggy cardigan. At first I thought the cardi made me look a bit like a bulky black yeti, but I've decided to embrace it as I like the fact it...

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I thought it fitting to begin this series with the pair that kicked of my obsession, the Mary Roks. I actually have two pairs of these as, as you can see, this pair is pretty well loved and battered. Although I no longer wear them due to their condition I still can't seem to say goodbye. I was so thrilled to pick up another...

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Dress Sighle Illston/ Jacket French Connection/ Bag Chanel/ Headband Diva/ Lips Hazard by Topshop. This OOTD is a little different to the usual. Tuesday was NZ Cup Day, which for some means horse racing, others an excuse to get drunk, and for the likes of me stepping out in your best dress. I designed and made this dress a few years back as part of...

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