Black UGG Australia Boots

Most Aussies groan when they see Ugg boots in public. They were originally for keeping your feet warm indoors. Now the Australian icons are street footwear. Lower and upper classes alike have no concerns of being seen in such oversized lumpy boots!

I've converted since moving to London because with the climate-they are a necessity! It's cold in Sydney so it's time to invest in a tall pair.

Tried on a few non-branded ones in Flemington Markets and some shoe shops. They were cheaper but no way as soft and furry as the Uggs Australia ones. Fortunately Myer had a 30% off sale on boots so I snapped up a pair for $209 AUD!

Not a steal but a very good shop price. Especially compared to how much they are sold for in the UK and US. I remember seeing the equivalent boots duty free in London for £180!

Who wants to go to work freezing in cold boots when you can enjoy sheepskin comfort? 

Shopping At DFO Homebush

I'm proud to say I finally got a job!!! After nearly 4 months of searching, someone wants to hire me! :)

To start updating my work wardrobe, I visited DFO and bought the below bargains.

The navy blue knit corsage cardigan was from Jacqui E. It has a plunging v neck and is not too long for my stumpy frame. Original price was $69.95. I was happy to pay $19.95 so was pleasantly surprised when told there was a further 20% off!

The funky scarf was from Portmans. It was originally $40 and I got it for half price. I love the colours and the Missoni-esque pattern. Not really for the office but I'll definitely put it to good use!

Vintage Tan Corset Waist Belt

How's this for a blast in the past? Was umming and ahhhing over this vintage belt at the op shop. Was I brazen enough to wear this wide asymmetrical '80s belt?

Admittedly it is cheap-looking but meh, it's only $3 AUD. The belt is in good condition but the metal hook has oxidised. I actually like it tarnished because it makes it look aged.

Bought it to co-ordinate with my turquoise Yeojin Bae minidress. While taking modelling shots, the theme song to Jem was stuck in my head. Do you remember Jem and the Holograms cartoon? I totally loved that show while growing up!

"Exciting adventures, fashion and fame...Jem! Jem is my name!"

My Attempt At Lookbook.nu

Came across a brilliant site called Lookbook. It's an online collaboration of fashion styles from around the world. You need to be invited to contribute but I still like to check it everyday to get inspiration.

Remember this dress I bought for $8.90 AUD? I wore it for my birthday dinner so this is like a commemorative photo for my 30th.

The pic was taken in my brother's room because of the abundance of sunlight. I used the self timer on my ancient Canon IXUS 330. Although it's accidently overexposed, I think it conveyed the mood perfectly. 

NYX Girls Nail Polish - Amazonia

No, no, no!!!

I adore the colour in the bottle, but HATE how it looks on my nails. I wonder if anyone can pull off this colour without looking like a witch?

Amazonia is a metallic peacock blue with a lime green shimmer. It's a gorgeous aqua but I can't shake off the feeling that there is something wrong with my fingers.

Due to it's "wicked" colour, I will reserve it for toes only.

Yeojin Bae Turquoise Embroidered Tunic

Found this mini dress for sale on the Vogue Forum. Defying my better judgement to save cash, I met the seller in the city today.

The seller Way Existential had a wardrobe clean out. I was'nt around when Aussie designer Yeojin Bae launched her Target range in 2007. I finally now own a piece from the collection.

The puffed sleeves protect my upper arms from the sun and works with layering in winter. Turquoise is for co-ordinating with my pale magenta Balenciaga Day bag and snakeskin heels (pictured). It is a understated cotton dress and the main detail is on the hem and ends of the belt with embroidery.

The dress is in excellent condition, cleaned and pressed for $25 AUD. In fact, it does'nt look like it's been worn before. I'm glad to have missed to frenzy of it's store launch and instead purchased from a lovely fellow Voguette and Blogger.

Here' s a stock photo of the dress.

Primark Jungle Floral Print Dress

This strapless jersey dress was one of the first things I bought after I moved to London. Branded "Atmosphere", it was from Primark-the store where you feel like a millionaire because high fashion is dirt cheap. 

Found this on a clearance rack. It was £8 reduced to £1. What a bargain!

Unfortunately I only got to wear it once thanks to the crummy climate. Layered it over a tight long sleeved top but couldn't pull off the look. I took it back to Sydney where it would get more use.

Pulled it out today but it fitted terribly. The upper band scrunches over and the dress falls so I'm constantly hiking it up. It was practically unwearable, which is annoying because I liked the black and purple print. Suddenly had an idea which would save the dress from the charity bin.

I shortened the waist ties and turned them into shoulder straps. (If you know how to sew in a straight line, this is really easy to do.) I hemmed the waist straps which were still long enough to tie a bow at the back.  Now the dress fits better than ever!

Very pleased with the rescue operation.