those summer eyes x pared colours comp

 There is nothing like a new pair of sunglasses to get you excited for the new season! These Puss & Boots framed by Pared made their debut this weekend as we enjoyed more unseasonably warm weather in Sydney. Their new collection is a tribute to the coveted lifestyle of the Rat Pack , mid century modern architecture and the spirit of Palm Springs in the late 50’s. The collection celebrates the outdoors,

the sunshine and the landscape of this desert oasis.

To celebrate, Pared are giving you the chance win my frame colour of choice (I couldn't go past the smokey grey with silver)! To win all you have to do is follow Badlands on Bloglovin and leave a comment below with an email address in case you're the lucky winner.

The competition is running from the 19th - 23rd of August and the winner will then be chosen at random. For more chances to win you can also head to Pared Eyewear's facebook where they will be giving away an additional 5 pairs and via instagram by following @paredeyewear and reposting the image using the #paredcomp

 Photo by me, frames by Pared and Polaroids by Guy Bourdin

pretty in pink

 Because pink is always having a moment.

1. Grown Alchemist Deep Cleansing Masque, Nars Pierre Hardy Nail Duo in Vertebra,
Balenciaga Perfume, Lyn & Tony clutch from Bloodorange

2. 3.1 Phillip Lim Neoprene Bloomer Shorts

3. Nomadic Tribal Dancing clutch

Photos by Rohan Myles Peterson

the ones worth waiting for

Are the ones you wear time and time again.

The classic trench coat, the perfect navy stripe, the cosy knit sweater and the ring that just simply says 'oui'.

1. A.P.C trench coat (similar here) and striped knit (similar here)

 2. Hope Grand sweater and Dior Oui ring

Photos by Rohan Myles Peterson

maple

A lovely little surprise landed on my desk this week! I've always been a little in love with handmade soap and Maple's Oatmeal and Lavender has been a favourite for a few months now. It's been a lot of fun trying all their other fragrances (although it's very hard to open such beautiful packaging!) and they sit perfectly on my bathroom vanity along with white cherry blossoms which have just come into season.

Thank you Maple!

1, 2 & 4. Photos by me, Floral garland image unknown

feeling blue

 

 It's be an unseasonably warm winter so far. I'm loving sunlight trickling through the windows, early morning walks

followed by delicious breakfasts and dressing as though it's spring.

These are a few of the beautiful things I'm wearing and loving right now.

1. 3.1 Phillip Lim Sweater with Jacket Sleeves, Balenciaga Perfume

2. VPL Stripe B Bra, Grown Alchemist Deep Cleansing Masque

3. Gillian Tennant Printed Silk Shorts

4. Nomadic Bare Essentials Pouch

Photos by Rohan Peterson

another lover

 A little sneak peek at Lover's Spring Summer 13/14 collection, Chorus.

Expect all your favourite delicate lace pieces alongside fun animal prints (don't be afraid to mix and match!) and beautiful tints of red and blue.

1. Lover blouse & shorts

2. Lover lace dress

3. Phillip Lim sweater and Lover pants

bigeni basics

One of my favourite collaborations to date!

My other half (and photographer of most of my posts lately), Rohan, has designed a textile print for Bigeni Basics SS 13-14.
I absolutely love the end result  - Gary's easy and wearable designs featuring a great soft denim paired with Rohan's leopard print.

1. Zimmermann man style tshirt, Isabel Marant choker, Bigeni Basics skirt, Zara heels
2. Bigeni Basics sweater and pants, Superga x The Row sneakers
3. Bigeni Basics dress, Karen Walker belt, Superga x The Row sneakers

Photos by Rohan Peterson

7 days of style

My next post for Sportgirl is now up!

I was asked to snap my outfit every day for a whole week, from days in the office to meetings
and showings and my off-duty weekend looks.

Here is a little peek at what on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Head over to Sportsgirl to see the rest!

1. Monday - Gillian Tennant shell blouse and gathered skirt, Dress Up trench, Uniform Wares watch, Petite Grand necklace, See by Chloe wedges . 

2. Tuesday - Hope Grand sweater, Acne jeans, RMK heels, Celine cabas bag.

3. Friday - Creatures of Comfort blazer, Zimmermann tshirt, Estelle Deve necklace, Dries Van Noten trousers, Celine clutch, Rachel Comey heels.  

Photos by Rohan Peterson

contrast

Love wearing a chunkier chain necklace with little fine rings.

From left to right: Chanel nail polish in Orange Fizz, Georg Jensen flower ring, BRVTVS ear cuff, Catbird alphabet ring and memory rings,
Maison Balzac mini candle, Grown Alchemist Watermelon & Vanilla lip balm, 8 Other Reasons necklace. 

Photo by Rohan Peterson

vosn x mychameleon

Our most recent Spy Style post was our picks from mychameleon.com.au, just in time for Vogue's Online Shopping Night.

If you missed out, don't fret! You can still find these beautiful pieces over at MC.

1. Dion Lee shirt Christopher Esber pencil skirt

2. Thursday Sunday shirt, Cacharel shorts, Prism sunglasses

Photos by Rohan Peterson

don't ever leave

- Joan Didion, The Paris Review, 1978

Light streaming in through the windows, starting the day with a beautiful breakfast, fresh flowers, the smell of old paperback books, the excitement of turning the pages of a new magazine and of discovering a new label. 

These were a few of the highlights from last week - the new Rika magazine arrived, I welcomed a surprisingly warm first week of winter and the start of anemone season, more Joan Didion (always) and a beautiful package from New York-based designer Gillian Tennant.

Gillian's clothes are exactly what I have been looking for, well made and stunningly simple pieces designed using only natural fibers that work perfectly into my wardrobe. I was so happy that the sun stayed out all long weekend and I was able to give them a first outing. Over the next few months there will be lots of layering and dreaming of spring!

1 - 3. Gillian Tennant shell blouse and gathered skirt, Uniform Wares watch, Petite Grand necklace, See by Chloe wedges 

4 - 5. Gillian Tennant shift dress, Uniform Wares watch, See by Chloe wedges  

Thankyou Gillian! x

cosy

Keeping cosy this weekend while working on a few different projects.

Can't wait to read the new issue of Self Service magazine, cook a big dinner and catch up on season 6 of Mad Men!

1. Hope Grand Sweater from Mychameleon

2. Beanie by I Love Mr Mittens, trench coat by A.P.C

Photos by Rohan

trans-seasonal dressing with net-a-porter

 

My latest Vogue Spy Style post was a very fun (and tempting) collaborative effort with Net-A-Porter. I got to pick a few favourite pieces that were promptly shipped over from their new Hong Kong distribution centre, play Clueless-style dress ups with labels including Stella McCartney, Chloe and Valentino then style some finished looks for Vogue Australia online.

This was definitely one of those 'I love my job' moments! You can head over to Vogue to see the rest of the story and shop my trans-seasonal edit. Hope you enjoy! x

Photos by Rohan Peterson

fashion week polaroids

 A few street style Polaroids that Hannah, Rachel and I took at fashion week.

1. Candice and Zanita, 2. Aubrey, 3. Sara, 4. me, 5. Connie

Study of an orchid, photographic series, 2013.

on a sunday

Reading the new issue of Lula magazine, painting my nails, eating raw dark chocolate and finding old treasures in my wardrobe.

1. Lula magazine #16 and Acne Patti shirt, 2. Chanel nail polish in Accessoire and Frenzy, Nars 413 Bleeker eyeshadow duo 3. Miu Miu purse from 2009, 4. Miu Miu box, 5. Lula magazine #16, Prada headband from SS 2007.