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

The JCs for today are the Lita in distressed black leather. These were my first pair of Litas, and I believe second pair of JCs. I know almost every blogger (and their dog) has a pair of Litas so I'm not the first to vouch for how comfortable and easy to walk in they are, but it is true. Although I do love the distressed finish,  I often wish I'd opted for the plain black leather as sometimes when paired with opaques they can look a little odd. Having said that, they are a very versatile shoe and I suppose the distressed look is still very on trend to grunge up an outfit x

Blazer See by Chloe/ Disco Pants American Apparel/ Shirt ASOS/ Shoes  Jeffrey Campbell Lita/ Glasses Missoni/ Lips Innocent by Topshop.

This cropped shirt from ASOS is definitely one of my favourite recent purchases as here I am wearing it again. This time I paired it with disco pants and a longline blazer for just a peek of midriff, adding an unexpected element to the look. As the outfit is predominantly black I livened it up with my cosmic Litas, which are the JCs I'm loving the most at the moment. I think the print and colour combination is literally 'out of this world.' To finish off, I matched my glasses and lips to the pale pink x

Although I often regret impulse buys, the Swansong are a purchase I certainly do not. I nabbed them on final sale at Andrea Biani over a year ago and they're actually one of the few pairs of JCs I have bought in a physical store (which was good as I found they run a full size small). For me the Swansong are really versatile, as the sandal style is great for summer but can also easily be worn in winter with opaques due to the dark floral pattern. I'm a fan of the subtle floral pattern as it often goes unnoticed on first glance. Needless to say, despite the height they're comfortable and easy to walk in x

Jacket Motel Rocks/ Jeans Motel Rocks/Shirt ASOS/ Boots Topshop/ Bag Marc by Marc Jacobs/ Glasses Rayban Wayfarers/ Lips Beguiled by Topshop.

I'm rather obsessed with co-ordinates at the moment. I featured this jacket in an outfit post about a month ago, while the matching jeans were on their way to me, but now the outfit is complete. I love that this co-ord set is slightly different to my other suits as it has a much more casual vibe thanks to the denim-style jacket and high waist jeans. Here I've paired the ensemble with a great cropped shirt from ASOS, cutout boots and a touch of burgundy to break up the monochrome x

I picked up these printed jeans at the Glassons outlet at Dressmart the other week. I know they're not an original print as I remember seeing it all over the blogosphere during the European Summer, but I loved it then and still do now. I'm not usually a lover of green but combined in this cool tropical print I may have been converted. Although they are designed to be 7/8 length, they're more like ankle grazers on me, and think they'll look great paired with a crisp white tshirt and chunky silver necklace x

Today's JC are the What in blue nubuck. Besides the colour, the thing that attracted me to this style was the unusual shape and creased detailing at the toe (which is also practical as it avoids the natural crease that can occur in that area). Another aspect I enjoy are the velcro side closures which make them really easy to take on and off. Needless to say, despite the height they're super comfortable and easy to walk in x

Trousers Louise Gray for Topshop/ Shirt Glassons/ Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Cuffed/ Clutch Country Road/ Bracelets Marc by Marc Jacobs/ Rings Karen Walker, Ruby/ Lips Hazard by Topshop.

How rad are these pants! I was absolutely thrilled when they arrived, and think they are probably the craziest coolest item in my wardrobe. I spotted them months ago on Topshop, as part of the Louise Gray collection, but it wasn't until they hit the sale I was able to justify the purchase. After 'umming' and 'aahhhing' over them for a few days, I decided to bite the bullet and order them. They're such an amazing statement piece as not only are they fully sequined but also adorned with numerous coloured smiling faces. Yes, many people probably think these are hideous but that doesn't bother me and who can help but smile back at them? x

I picked up the Darian wedge not too long ago as the discounted price was too good to refuse. They were never a style I was particularly lusting after, but when I saw them in person they instantly grew on me as they're very unusual. I particularly love the woven detail on the front part of the shoe and the fact they're sort of like a mullet...business in the front and a party in the back. When they're on the front sort of looks like a pair of loafers so when you turn to the side or back the unexpected cutout straps are a surprise. As with all JCs they're comfortable and easy to walk in. You can see them in an outfit post here x

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 provided by the studs. I also love the chanel-esque boucle fabric that has been left raw at the edges. As the outfit is pretty plain I added some quirkiness with the squiggle print pants and oversized vintage glasses, and some colour with my shoes. Now the shoes I'm not so proud of as they are a Jeffrey Campbell dupe I bought last summer. As a JC fanatic I often feel rather annoyed when the high st copy his designs, but alas I succumbed to the $20 price point and the fact that the Mary Roks don't come in this colour. Although they look extremely similar to the Mary Roks, they are not as high quality as the fabric creased around the ankle on first wear and the edges of the peep toe rub my toes to blister point when worn all day.  Having said that, I still like these shoes as they coordinate perfectly with the squiggle print and add a more summery vibe than my authentic black pair would have x