Luxe to Less: Chambray
There are two trends that I’ve really loved this Summer. Anything approximating a white, broderie lace dresses is one of them (I am very much looking for more opportunities to wear them i.e. when the...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Off the Shoulder & Cold Shoulder Dresses
Along with white dresses, this Summer was all about shoulders. Off the shoulder and cold shoulder tops and dresses were EVERYWHERE. One of my blogging pals, Nikki/Styling You is the number one ticket...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Scarves & Snoods for Autumn 2016
As I write this, I’m sitting under the air conditioning duct and trying to stay cool on a 35 – 39 degree day – the max seems to depend on the app – and it seems inconceivable that I will ever be cool...
View ArticleSpotty Tops and Knits from Luxe to Less
And just like that, autumn has arrived in Melbourne. Over the Easter long weekend it was cool, with cloudy days and the odd spot of rain. The perfect weather in which to curl up on one’s bed with a...
View ArticleAutumn Skirts from Luxe to Less
If it’s not full blown winter in your neck o’ the woods right now, but you’re hankering for some autumn/winter dressing, I reckon your best bet is a new season skirt. Why? Well, you can wear it with...
View ArticleWhat to Wear When it’s Wet
When I saw the weather forecast for this week in Melbs, all I could see was rain, rain and more rain. Downpours, torrents, showers and sprinkles. It’s all happening. While it might be good for the...
View ArticleShirt Dresses from Luxe to Less
It’s no secret around these parts that I’m a frock lover from waaaay back. So while many winter days call for the fashion equivalent of a chunky knit onesie with a co-ordinating balaclava, on milder...
View ArticleTen Spring Jackets Under $100
We’ve had a teensy preview of Spring around these parts this week with a couple of mild, sunny days. While outer layers are still necessary, particularly for the school drop off or morning commute,...
View ArticleOff The Shoulder Tops & Dresses from Luxe to Less
The OTS trend – Off The Shoulder – is definitely here to stay. Making waves last summer along with it’s bra friendlier sister The Cold Shoulder, it’s such a flattering look once you’e got your...
View ArticleMaxi Dresses from Luxe to Less
The longer Summer goes on, the lazier I’m getting in the Getting Dressed Department. With all the pre and new term shenanigans – along with single handedly supporting the dry shampoo industry – I’ve...
View ArticleStriped Dresses from Luxe to Less
It’s no secret around these parts that I love a stripe or three. And, despite my wardrobe already boasting an impressive stripey section, I still find myself adding stripes to cart every season:...
View ArticlePrinted Skirts from Luxe to Less
As the warm weather continues – with no signs of abating around here – I’ve been exploring the depths of my summer wardrobe and introducing a few trans-seasonal pieces. As well as wearing my usual...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Floral Maxis for Autumn/Winter
When it comes to Autumn frockery, I find it very hard to go past a floral maxi. I have several such frocks in my wardrobe and I come back to them year after year and slowly add to my collection. Why?...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Striped Knits
So last Thursday, I was in the city for a couple of things and happened to walk past The Gap shop in Melbourne Central. GASP. Having not shopped at The Gap for yonks, I was overwhelmed by the colour,...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Winter Coats & Puffers
Winter officially arrives later this week. I can assure you that Operation Cosy Town is well underway here at Shenanigans HQ – we had a super chilly one here in Melbs yesterday – and I’ve been working...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Printed Coats & Military Details
I really couldn’t have picked a better week to focus on Winter coats and jackets. It has been COLD. Down here in Melbs, we’ve felt the full force of those icy Antarctic winds this week and overnight...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Striped Knits
So last Thursday, I was in the city for a couple of things and happened to walk past The Gap shop in Melbourne Central. GASP. Having not shopped at The Gap for yonks, I was overwhelmed by the colour,...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Winter Coats & Puffers
Winter officially arrives later this week. I can assure you that Operation Cosy Town is well underway here at Shenanigans HQ – we had a super chilly one here in Melbs yesterday – and I’ve been working...
View ArticleLuxe to Less: Printed Coats & Military Details
I really couldn’t have picked a better week to focus on Winter coats and jackets. It has been COLD. Down here in Melbs, we’ve felt the full force of those icy Antarctic winds this week and overnight...
View ArticleWhat to Wear in November
A pinch and a punch already? Even though October is a long month – even longer when your husbo heads overseas for 11 days I’ve heard – it’s somehow November already. And yes, I’ve begun writing All The...
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