RODEO SHOW!

So... I told you I'd keep you up to date with all things style and fashion from Oz.
I have been lusting after several Rodeo Show pieces since I started work in Villa Laguna. The quality of the clothes is amazing and there are some serious show stoppers in the collections that I've seen in the store and online.

Rodeo Show is a beautiful Australian brand, they are that little bit more pricey than the high street market, but they don't carry a horribly heavy, high-end price tag either. The price reflects the brilliant quality and fit of the garments and they are pieces that you could wear time and time again.

Ivy Dress in Purple, A/W 13

 

 

This purple draped dress is 100% silk, such a flattering fit and perfect for any occasion. Glamorous gardening a la Desperate Housewives anyone? I've teamed it with a statement Amber Sceats neck piece to accessorise and give it all a bit more detail.

*Queue awkward phone selfie*

 



I am obsessed with their fur vest. I'm not a massive fur fan at all. But rabbit fur seems to be a bit of a thing over here in Oz? This vest/waistcoat/gilet is cropped at the back and comes down longer on both sides. It's so so cosy and can probably be thrown over anything you're wearing for a bit of extra warmth and serious style. I've never worn fur to be honest, so I feel all rich and fancy wearing this.

Labrynth Dress in Rose, A/W 13

Another favourite from the Autumn/Winter 2013 collection is this structured, rose dress. The cute peplum detail can hide any lump and bump you're scared of cropping up in a party dress and it doesn't sit awkwardly on top of your hips. The bodice of the dress is also extremely flattering with structured detailing and a plunging neckline. The necklace I have teamed with this is "My Muse" by 8Other Reasons.

So there you go, a few of my favourite Rodeo Show pieces!

Back To Blog!

Okay so it's been a few months and a lot has changed.

I've made a massive move to the other side of the world, have myself a new apartment, new friends and so much fashion and style to share with you all from my new job!

I uprooted from Ireland to Perth, Australia at the end of January. I left behind my friends and colleagues in Up To My Eyes and I've recently started working in a beautiful store in Cottesloe called Villa Laguna.

To say I want everything in the store is an understatement. (More on that later!)

I've seen so many girls (and one or two guys!) around Fremantle snapping away, very obviously taking their photos for Lookbook/blogs and my god, everyone is so beautiful over here.
I just can't seem to get myself a tan, I'd rather not end up like a lobster or with problems later in life, so suncream is a must over here.

When I first arrived, it was coming to the end of summer, I was finding it quite hard to wear many of the clothes I'd brought with me, the heat was crazy. I found my way around it by wearing flowy dresses and tops with the lightest shorts or skirts I could possible find.
My hair was constantly up in a messy bun and make up always seemed such an effort (all sounds very attractive, I know!)
But who cares when you get to hang out at beaches with white sand and crystal clear water all day?

Anyway, that's that!
I'll be continuing on with my blog and bringing you all things fashion and lifestyle from an Irish girl in Oz.

x

Street Style, Laura Mullett...

I caught up with journalist and blogger Laura Mullett today. We had afternoon tea in The Merrion in Dublin (we felt very posh altogether!) Despite it being grey and drizzly all day weather wise, Laura, stylish as always, kept warm with her layered outfit.

I can't comprehend how she can walk in her Jeffrey Campbell sky scraping wedges. Don't get me wrong, I love my heels, I end up just over six foot in my highest pair but I couldn't even dream of walking in these bad boys!

Wearing a look that can transcend from night to day with an edge, Laura added red lipstick, winged black liner and poker straight locks to finish off her look.

Laura's outfit :

1980's Levi's studded and spiked customised denim jacket

Navy blue disco pants from American Apparel

Layering on top with a white long tank top, flowing grey studded vest and red tartan shirt

Jeffrey Campbell platform wedges with silver back detail.

Find Laura:

lipstickgossiplady.blogspot.ie

www.facebook.com/LipstickGossip
www.twitter.com/LauraMullett

Country Heritage Photoshoot...

I got my fringe cut back in!

A Vintage Tea Party

Rose Lawless

I did a great little shoot with cabaret actress Rose Lawless a while ago. The clothes for the shoot were very much vintage as the photos were for posters and promos for her new shows. It was such a fun shoot to do! Rose got in to character for every shot, she sang, she danced, she scared passing school children on the street; most of the day was spent trying not to laugh behind the camera and keeping a steady hand. 

Rose Lawless

Clothes and accessories from "Linen and Ware, Vintage Too" and "Find".

Make up by Susan Sheehy.

Hair by Danish Hair Design, Greystones.

Vintage Accessories!

I often shoot for a gorgeous little vintage shop in Greystones called Linen and Ware...Vintage Too.

 Sandra's shop offers everything a vintage loving girl or guy would die for! 

There are gorgeous brooches, amazing one of a kind pieces of jewellery, men's cufflinks and tie pins and stunning dresses for every different occasion. Recently I did some product shots for the shop and it was so hard to choose my favourites but here it goes!

Men's clip on bow tie.

One of my best friends wore a bow tie and braces to my birthday in August and I just thought it looked brilliant! I think it takes a certain style of guy to pull that sort of look off but when it's done right it can look great. This one has a clip either side so it's easy enough to put on and take off without the knowledge of "bow-tie-putting-on-ing"!

Red and white beaded necklace.

I loved this beaded necklace and I think it's because it reminds me of the friendship bracelets my friends and I used to buy on family holidays when were younger.

The red and white parts are twisted around each other and I think it would look great with either a simple dress or to accessorise a shirt and jeans combo.

Silver, Pearl and Diamante Necklace.

I have no other reason to love this necklace other than the fact it's absolutely stunning. It's just really striking! It would be perfect for a bride, a formal dinner... or even just to stare at yourself in the mirror for a while.

Peacock Brooch.

I just love everything peacock. I have done since I was in 5th class and a girl came in to school with a peacock feather for the Nature Table, so this brooch really stood out of the whole bunch that I had my hands on that day! The diamante used in this brooch are really shiny and they aren't dull or scratched like some brooches you may find in vintage shops. I think it would be perfect pinned to a scarf through winter to add a lil bit of sparkle.

If you want anymore info on Linen and Ware...Vintage Too, you can find Sandra on Facebook or drop in to the shop in Greystones, Co. Wicklow for a peak at everything in the cabinets. I hate to use the C word but... Christmas is on the way and there are some seriously good gift ideas floating around in there!! 

Behind the scenes : Country Heritage

I recently shot with stylist Eimear O'Reilly from Suppose I Should Blog with a "Country Heritage" theme in mind.
We shot in a few locations around Greystones with our model for the day Suzi Coombs who is signed with Fraser Models and Actors.
Absolutely loved the clothes that Eimear pulled for the shoot. I fell in love with a Ted Baker pleated maxi skirt that she teamed with a purple blouse and a waist coat.
The week that was in it, we didn't think the weather would be great but I ended up sunburned and poor Suzi was boiling in all the heavy knit Autumn/Winter clothes.

I threw together a little behind the scenes video and took some sneaky shots of the girls at work:

Kelly Hope Murphy, Make up artist

Suzi and Eimear 

I'll post up the whole editorial and details soon!