Raf for Doc

Oh. My. God... Raf Simons for Dr Martens. Words can not describe.

Pretty much wanting every. single. pair.

Source: The Fashionisto

Im 90% sure these what Alexa was wearing a few months ago on her show - I deeply covetted at the time.

Source: The Fashion Spot

R.M.Williams

I ordered these custom made R.M.Williams boots from across the Tasman months ago - and they are FINALLY here (after a brief tiki tour on their way from the factory to the showroom). 

Having grown up in Australia, the iconic R.M.Williams brand is (for me anyway) both evocative, idealistic and down to earth. It represents the ideals, values and stories I grew up learning and absorbing.

My dad has worn R.M.Williams boots every single day of my while life (other than special events and functions - they aren't quite black tie after all). He prefers the tan and dark brown pairs. Their style and function have been ingrained in me from birth, so it's understandable that I eventually ended up wanting my own pair.

After much deliberation (and half an hour spent in the Christchurch store earlier in the year) i decided on black nubuck leather. With a chisel toe and cuban heel contrasting the masculine with the feminine. Love the elastic sides - so functional and old school. And LOVE the tabs.

Perfect cuban heel. And check out the fully rad nailed soles. Ultimate.

Boots worn with TV Leopard Leggings

Coletterland

I've been secretly coverting Timberland workboots for a while now.. Hadn't told anyone about this. As of this morning this shoe crush has been cemented by the news from Refinery 29 Colette has collaborated with Timberland on a pair. 

Source: Refinery 29

Deer Emma Cook

I pretty much adore everything Emma Cook does - especially the mindblowingly patterned lace tights and dresses she did for Fall 08, and her now famous (and impossible to get) platform brothel creeper boots for TopShop. So when I heard she and TopShop had collaborated again, I knew I would love. And I do. Of the seven pieces my pick is the delicate tee (is that silk/cotton?) with a fab deer and doily print - just kitschy enough. And perfectly executed in the soft grey.

I've been obsessed with deer (and there kin of reindeers, mountain goats etc - basically anything with a sweet pair of horns and long legs) since forever. Probably because of childhood love of Bambi. So this I need!!!

Source: Refinery29

Alexander Wang Fall 09 Accessories

Am currently lying in bed feeling ill and sorry for myself - so I think some accessory-porn c/o the obscenely talented Alexander Wang is in order.

This backpack is possibly one of the best bags I have ever seen. And so refreshing and has a trippy combination of edgy danger and youthfull innocence (well when did you last wear a backpack). I have been searching for the perfect vintage black leather backpack for a while now. But shall keep dreaming of this one.

Leather Vest Shoulder Bag

Equally killer are the boots. So wrong they are right. The left for night and right for day - totally uni appropriate? Just a little bit?

Hanne Triple Buckle Boots & Frankie Creeper Combat Style Low Boots

And hello there, yes he has done a bum-bag. This has been a secret want of mine for a while now (haven't yet had the guts to tell anyone I want one of these yet). And what better way to do a bumbag than with THIS one.

Denim Effect Bag Belt

Source: Luisa Viaroma

Hobbit

Never thought I'd say this, but I want hairy feet!! In the best sense of the word. These would keep my poor scrawny feet warm and chilblain free! And think how badass these would look in motion?

Clockwise: Roberto Cavalli Suede boot with fox fur detailing, Miu Miu Goat hair boot, Nicholas Kirkwood Goat hair bootie,

Source: Style.com

Orthopedic

God know why, but for some reason lately I've been seriously attracted to any black shoes that are big, clumpy and more than vaguely orthopedic. Possibly could be a subconscious by-product of my actually crappy feet; scrawny-skinny, flat and basically collapsing in on themselves. Pretty. I also love footwear that says "Fuck off" (hence why I live in my Docs).

Clockwise: Diane Von Furstenberg Zia shoe, DvF Suede Java boot, Sonia Rykiel Ponyskin boot, Prada Leather boot with rubber sole.

Source: Style.Com

19/05/09: Net-A-Porter

I love black outfits executed in differing textures; leather, wool, lace - all care of Lover. An all black outfit tends to be a tad harsh (especially on fair blondes like me, doh) but cream, grey and gold pieces are perfect to soften - and a fab excuse to pile on the accessories.

Clockwise: Lover Madeline short duffle jacket, Thread Social Silk cuffed pants, Kenneth Jay Lane Topaz ball necklace, Balenciaga Stingray and suede sandal, Lover Angels Zip leathe r skirt, Brian Atwood Suede bootie, Lover Initiation stretch bodysuit, Emilio Pucci Python bag.

Sources: Net-A-Porter & Style.com

Macaroni Penguin

The brand new pop up store Macaroni Penguin opened yesterday!Such a great concept, Ive been really interested in the success pop up stores have been having overseas in the likes of New York and London. Such a great way to combat the recession; win win for all parties creating it, and loved by the consumer as the short time period they are open means they stores are hot property the whole time.

Brigette and I went along to the opening last night. Were really impressed! Great stock (both current and previous seasons) from Karen Walker Eyewear, Kathryn Wilson, Sera Lily, Alexandra Owen, Twenty Seven Names and more. The masterminds behind it are Anna Fitzpatrick of Front Row Diary (and the late, great The Seen) Angela Crane (Pull Your Socks Up). 

I came home with a super comfy and great galaxy print tee dress from Twenty Seven Names (have been coveting galaxy prints for what feels like FOREVER). Brigette nearly died when she saw what is pretty much the last pair of Kathryn Wilsons' Toya boot in the country.. Unfortunately she left it too late and when she went back today they had gone.. Tres tragic, poor girl. Lots of the amazing Kathryn Wilson shoes were super discounted - am v tempted to go back and get myself a pair of the Tanesya flat chocolate lace ups.

Left to Right: Toya & Tanesya

I highly recommend getting yourself there asap. 9 Teed St in Newmarket.

Sources: Macaroni Penguin of Facebook, Kathryn Wilson,

20/04/09: Mary Kate

This girl is a constant source of inspiration. Love the big creamy patterned shirt with dirty old black boots. And Im sure those are a pair of my beloved RayBan Clubmasters.

Source: Olsen Files

13/04/09: Fashion Toast

Love this Erin Wasson X RVCA dress. Body con + floral = sick. Perfect for Runi Neely - was just a matter of time before she got her hands on one. God I wish I had a pair of those Emma Cook for Topshop boots also.

Source: Fashion Toast

Smells Like Teen Spirit

Looove this. It is so  not too soon for 90s nostalgia. Makes me want to rewatch Empire Records and Stealing Beauty. And it was styled by Erin Wasson! Psych. The 90s def has the best layering inspiration, that and the late 60s-70s. 

Elle March 09 "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Styled by Erin Wasson

Source: Vain and Vapid

Ps: Still desperately wanting a pair of docs, am thinking of just going with classic black or maybe burgundy? Will the new dark florals ever make their way to New Zealand? Fingers crossed. Unfortunately the pair I ordered off Topshop never materialised, as they ran out of stock just as I made my order! Not good.

Blossom

I've been lusting after floral docs for a while now... So just snapped up these babies on the Topshop online store - cann never find vintage pairs that fit my midget feet. So excited! I can't survive winter (even the pathetic Auckland ones) without boots - I have quite possibly the worst excuse for a circulatory system ever. But good excuse for tres cute boots, tights and socks oui? 

Source: Topshop

PFW: Chloe

CHLOE

Oh Chloe. Loved. I finally got to look at the collection late last night, and this morning I still can't get over the insane coats. Big, drapey, foldey and bold. Love the muddy tones and the leather edging. I think number one fave would def by the third look that Freja's wearing (also love those boots).

Like last season, the colours of the collection are stunning - all neutral, veering from muddy to some pretty creams and beiges - and all put together amazingly. There were some great pant looks too. Love the middle look. There have been so many pleated pants all over the runways and outside the shows.
I die for the cream looks. The long white dress takes me back to the much beloved collections of Spring 06 and Spring 07. Im really loving the mixing of cream, tan and beige at the moment, and Chloe has done it so well.

And how stunning are the long, sheer skirts? The gathering and fabric gives them the most beautiful movement. Love how the piece on Lily is contrasted with an oversized cream blazer. So so pretty. I want something like this - but know I'd stand on the hem and rip it.

Shoes were too cute. Lace up booties in tan? Fab.

Source: Style.com

MFW: Prada Accessories = Perfect

I wasn't that sold on the Prada Fall 09 collection, then again it's probably one of the ones that I'll go back and look at a million times as it starts to grow on me - then end up obsessed with it (happened countless times before). What I did absolutely die for however were their insane (as always) accessories.

The boots were out of this world; solid and intense with sueded details and slouchy, folded woolen tops (evoking socks no doubt) and then held up with leather straps and buckles. Perfect, refined use of the bondage details that have been such a strong look these past few seasons - and actually pretty usefull, no more awkwardly trying to pull your boots up!

Bags, as usual, were perfection. Love the classic ladylike bags in the bugundy - the soft leather stops them looking to hard and prim. But the glistening fur bag in the centre is by far my favorite.
The heels were in a world of their own - they look like the love child of a gladiator and a dinosaur. Literally so fierce. Im really liking this dino shoe trend (also seen at Christopher Kane's Spring 09 show).

Source: Style.Com

Lacey Legs

Love this. Especially the tights. Definitely need docs too.

 

Emma Cook Fall 08

Source: Emma Cook

Ps: But I still love my lacey Ksubis!

Blondies and Boots

So loving Superfine's Blondie jean... 

Source: Superfine

Ps: I am def getting boots like these for winter. Most probably classic R.M.Williams'.

Leather and Lace

 Love it.

Source: Jak & Jil

Winter Booties... Too Soon?

I have been researching boots for winter lately. I desperately want a perfect assortment of ankle boots for winter - I am totally cold intolerant, and am v prone to chilblains, so boots are a must! Unfortunately, New Zealand has a pathetic selection when it comes to shoes. So I think online is my answer..

Shopbop:

Left to Right: Frye Marta, Tashkent by Cheyenne Sinclair Cuff, Tappeet Lace Up Wedge

 

Frye Boots: 

Left to Right: Engineer, Carmen, Harness

Ebaying

Ebay time wasting on a Wednesday afternoon...

Beaded lace dress, fox swing coat, Sam Endelman booties,

 sweater coat, stripe tunic dress, Chloe wedges.