All photos by Diana Melfi
Jeans: SEED
Shirt: Zara
The Summer Go To
Some people see a psychiatrist; others prefer wide open spaces. What's my therapy of choice? Well, I can't go past a wander through David Jones, Adelaide Central Plaza. If I ever go missing, just put a picture of my face next to each register.
So after taking a little time out of a hectic week I spotted this darling number - the ultimate summer go to dress. Nothing screams 'throoow - meee - ooon' in 42 degree weather like a striped jersey dress with gathered back to boot. Hello Summer.
Not only does this number make for ΓΌber cool day wear, it effortlessly makes the transition from beach to bar. Add a pop of colour and a pale/nude heel and Bob's the uncle no one actually has.
The Cuff - God knows I would have stopped Joseph in his tracks and asked him where he'd bought his technicolour dream coat. Anything that looks like it's had a rumble with a rainbow has my tick of approval.
The Heels - Whoever said fashion is pain owned these shoes. If you've got the time and heels of steel, breaking in these bad boys is highly recommended. They are the perfect accompaniment to any summer ensemble. Those with less seasoned feet could opt for an alternate less abrasive option like these or these.
Destination / FASHION AVENUE
OK. STOP what you are doing. Take a deep breath and grab your diary. Flick to Saturday September 1st. Done? Right, now grab a pen and write any of the following - Taken/Busy/Unavailable/Engaged/Having the time of my life ♥ (Love Heart - Optional). Got that sorted? Now click here and buy yourself a ticket to what will be the most amazing fashion event you'll ever attend - FASHION AVENUE. With VIP seated tickets having just SOLD OUT don't waste any time snapping up one of the few standing tickets still available - this event WILL sell out.
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| via fashionavenue.com.au |
FASHION AVENUE, the brainchild of Pride Models director Christabel Dundon, is back for Spring/Summer 2012 and is bigger than ever. Held in the amazing Old Queens Theatre and showcasing a mix of local labels; Angel Wings, Cameo, Finders Keepers, Jophiel, Keepsake the Label and national designers; Alannah Hill, Alex Perry, Camilla, Gorman, Joveeba, Lisa Ho, Lucette, Morrison and Tigerlily - all styled by fashion director Meisha Wright - this is an event not to be missed.
I'll leave you with a taste of what to expect on the night - nothing short of extraordinary...
Prue x
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| Alice Healy Photography via fashionavenue.com.au |
Camilla
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| Camilla via camilla.com.au |
Angel Wings
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| Angel Wings via jophiellabel.com |
Gorman
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| Gorman via gormanshop.com.au |
Featuring guest writer 'Mystery M'
Introducing our new guest writer, M.
Today M lets us in on what a guy really thinks about the fashion we wear.
“That dress would look much better on the bedroom floor”…
unfortunately this is no longer just a dodgy pick up line, but a true
reflection of the nature of many girls choice of clothing. I can’t recall how
many times I have been out with the boys looking at the female talent and
someone has said the words “she’s pretty hot, but WTF is she wearing?!” After
discussing this at length with female friends it has become quite clear to me
that girls and guys often have very different opinions about what looks good on
a girl. So in order to get my thoughts out there without having to hear the
standard “you don’t understand, you’re a stupid boy” line that I usually get
(and also bludge a bit at work) I have agreed to write this blog for Eve and
Prue giving a guys opinion of what girls wear.
I am in no way a fashion guru nor am I the most stylish dresser
myself, but in my humble opinion: if you don’t look good to the average person,
you don’t look good at all. If you think something is fashionable just because
it’s on the ‘New Arrivals Rack’, it costs a fortnights wages or that was made
by some obscure designer who makes all their clothes by hand on their grandma’s
antique loom… think again!
As I obviously have no real idea about girls fashion (or guys for that
matter) rather than trying to give you suggestions on exciting combinations of
clothing to wear, I’m just going to give you my opinion on some of the things
that see the so called ‘trendy’ girls of today wearing.
Dislikes
Too High High Heels
As Bart Simpson told Lisa when she was preparing for the Little Miss
Springfield Pageant, “heel, toe, heel, toe”. If you can’t walk like this then
you need to wear shorter heels or be prepared to have people laughing behind
your back as you stomp around looking like a velociraptor (their the scary
dinosaurs from the end of Jurassic Park). And remember that flats are sexy.
Fur Vests
Just don’t do it!
Girls see this:
Guys see this:
Jumpsuits
If you aren’t a mechanic you probably shouldn’t wear one.
MC Hammer Pants
I don’t know what they’re actually called but these pants aren’t
flattering on any girl…
Mustard Coloured Clothing
Mustard is for hotdogs, not clothing.
Animal Print
Regardless
of how you do it and despite what may have previously been written by The Gosson, when I see a girl wearing any form of animal print I can’t help
but get flashbacks to being groped by desperate cougars at the Old Lion,
so unless this is the look you're going for I recommend avoiding it.
Likes
High Waisted
Potentially the sexiest thing since the invention of the bikini is the
high waisted skirt. High waisted pants should be treated with caution and high waisted shorts
should be avoided.
Tight Pants
Go as tight as you can go whilst still being able to walk properly or
having your crotch resemble the bonnet of a Volkswagen Beetle (using you
imagination you should be able to tell what I’m talking about).
Long-Sleeve Dress
Firm fitting, short cut long-sleeved dress with no cleavage… always a
winner (provided you have the body for it).
Until next time,
M
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