Currently Trending: It's Wine o'clock

Marsala has been labelled as the Pantone colour of the year and it is one of the popular Winter hues for 2015.

So what exactly is Marsala?

It's a rich and earthy chocolatey wine colour but most people call it burgundy, wine, plum and even maroon. And I have this ridiculous obsession with any and all fashion in this colour family. It is always my Winter colour crush and I love seeing it as a popular Winter hue.

The strong and subtle shade adds a nice pop of colour to any Winter ensemble. And it's such a rich, luscious tone that everyone needs to add to their wardrobe.

Now, usually I like to add the hottest season trends to my classic wardrobe using the latest accessories... Shoes are usually always my accessory of choice for this! But this season, I love everything in the Marsala (wine) family.

From runways and red carpets to home furnishings and beauty products, you can easily surround yourself in this popular Wintery tone.

So what's the best way to style Marsala?

1. If you are like me and love wearing classic, neutral tones during the cooler months, the colour will really make such a bold statement against a neutral palette. Add a colourful handbag or pair of shoes in the luscious colour for a bold statement.

2. Marsala is compatible with other earthy tones. Style your marsala items with varying shades of brown, rust, yellows and everything in-between.

3. If you are hesitant to incorporate the popular hue into your wardrobe, start small. Add some nail polish or a swipe of lipstick for a statement.

4. For a seductive outfit, pair your marsala dress with matching marsala heels. This will definitely wow everyone.

The popular tone is also suitable for men! Add a silk tie or even a pocket square with a grey suit for a bold statement.

The Pantone colour of the year is popping up in stores and online everywhere so be sure to get in quick so you don't miss out!

Happy shopping! xo

Foxi and Fabulous

What I'm Wearing:

Kookai Sloane leather skirt

Cue black knit

Tony Bianco 'Foxi' high heels

Calvin Klein Watch

Samantha Wills ring

Ginger and Smart Sonic Clutch

I have a confession to make... I'm a shoe addict! I have way too many shoes in my wardrobe already and I keep buying more! 

I would like you to meet the newest member of my shoe family, 'Foxi' by Tony Bianco.

I love everything about these shoes. The black suede is the perfect texture for the Winter season. The pointed toe adds femininity and elegance to any outfit. And the lace up front is super chic and adds an interesting detail to the shoes. 

And, I have to mention my love of the 12cm stiletto heels. I'm addicted to them! They are fierce and full of attitude. And it's the best way to fake runner's calves!

I love how much these shoes can dress up any outfit. They add elegance and class to your pencil skirts and dresses. But, they also look great with cropped jeans and trousers.

If you are ever feeling down, these shoes will be sure to lift you up!

It's true love.

Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest

It's a jungle out there...

And sometimes you need really good shoes to get you through it.

Meet the newest member of my shoe wardrobe...

'Leola' by Tony Bianco. 

What I'm Wearing:

Veronika Maine dress

Cue jacket - Sold out - shop similar here

Tony Bianco heels 

Samantha Wills Ring

Samantha Wills Earrings

I was fortunate enough to buy these babies during a VIP day at Claremont shopping centre. I practically saved money buying them!

As soon as I saw them, I knew I needed to add them to my shoe collection. What I love most about these shoes is definitely the heels. The 12cm heel was way too tempting to leave them behind! I'm a sucker for tall stiletto heels.

And the zebra stripes make such a bold statement.

I love wearing these heels with neutral outfits or all black to make them really pop!

The classic style and shape, make these shoes versatile and easy to wear with anything! They look fabulous with jeans, dresses and skirts. What more can you want in a shoe?

Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest

Block it Out!

Have you got that one pair of shoes that you wear all the time? 

Well, these are my new favourites and I don't leave the house without them. I love the black and white print. The monochrome style makes them versatile and easy to match with any outfit. 

Meet 'Riley' by Senso, my new favourites.

I've been coveting these Senso shoes for a while now and I was lucky enough to receive them as a birthday present and I couldn't be happier.

What I love most about these shoes is the block heels. It makes them super comfortable and easy to wear, everyday. As much as I love stiletto heels, sometimes it's nice to have a pair of comfortable favourites to wear on days when you have sore feet.

And the lace up front, adds a nice little detail to the shoes.

There is nothing that these heels don't go with. I wear them with jeans, trousers, dresses and skirts.

These are such a versatile pair of heels which will be making many appearances into my daily outfits.

A little leopard never hurt nobody!

Everyone needs a little leopard in their wardrobe and the best way to add the fierce print to your collection is in the form of footwear. And my newest shoe love, is the Nine West 'Orion' boots!

Wearing: Cue top / Kookai pants / Tony Bianco pouch / Nine West boots

I love these boots for the little splash of leopard print at the heel. With an all black outfit, they add an interesting detail to your look and gives your outfit an edge.

As I have mentioned in so many posts, I love ankle boots. They are the easiest shoes to wear and the most comfortable to wear all day long. And, they look fabulous with almost everything.

So when I saw the Nine West Instagram feed and the beautiful Rebecca Judd styling these shoes, I knew immediately that I needed to add them to my already large ankle boot collection.

My reason for needing them was very much justified! In my ankle boot collection, I don't actually own a pair of flat ankle boots for everyday wear. I have stiletto heels, block heels, lace ups, wedge booties but no flat ones.

So this season, I made sure I had a pair!

And I love them!

I love styling these boots with jeans and black skinny pants and I love to add some feminine silhouettes to make the look more girly.

It's a rarity, to see me in flat shoes, but I think I have just found myself a pair of shoes, that I will be building my daily outfits around.

Currently Trending: Animal Instinct

It's a jungle out there and sometimes you need really good shoes to get you through it.

And this season is all about animal prints.

Tony Bianco 'Leola' heels in Zebra strip

Reptile, leopard, giraffe, zebra and tiger stripes are some of the popular prints that we are seeing in stores and online for the new season.

So, why are they so popular?

Animal print shoes are a great way to add an interesting element to a basic outfit with minimal effort. Adding a splash of animal print is a sure way to bring out your wild side.

Here are my tips for styling animal prints!

1. Build your outfit around the colour palette of your print. Animal prints look best when they are the focal point of your outfit. So style your animal print heels around a neutral palette and they'll be sure to roar.

2. Add a glamorous evening bag in a similar animal print for a more balanced look.

3. Don't be afraid to print clash. If you want to add another animal print to your outfit, be sure to keep the colours the same so your look is more harmonious. If you are game and can pull off crazy outfits, florals and strips are fun prints to style with your animal print heels.

4. Bright and bold colours make animal prints pop. Choose one block colour in an item of clothing and step into your favourite animal print high heel shoes and you will have a fun and bold outfit.

The main thing to remember is animal prints are basically neutrals so you can wear them with absolutely everything! And, those cute animal print heels you've been eyeing off, you should definitely get them! Animal print high heels never go out of style.

Happy shopping!

Currently Trending: Grey Matter

Shoes by Tony Bianco / Knit by Cue clothing

Perth may disagree with me but the calendar has just ticked over to Autumn and we are finally seeing the new trends arriving online and in stores. Which means, it's time to update your shoe collection and get ready for the new season. Who can say no to shopping?

And one of the major trends for the season is all things grey!

Grey Matter

Grey is such a popular Autumn/Winter hue and it is one that can be worn with absolutely everything. Grey is the hottest trend for the upcoming season. There are so many shades of the sophisticated palette available, you'll definitely be sure to find something to suit your style.

Styling your greys is easy!

1. Style your grey accessories with other shades of grey! It's all about pairing your grey separates together. Different grey tones, look great together and makes your outfit refreshing for the darker months! Don't worry if the greys are different colours, it's all about contrasting the greys.

2. Compliment a bright and colourful outfit with grey tone accessories. It's a great way to keep the look bright and cheerful during the colder months. Tip: Make sure the lighter the grey, the darker the complementary colour should be and vice versa.

3. For a more professional look, style your grey shoes with black and white. They look fresh and crisp together and monochrome is such a popular trend for Winter. Black, white and grey is a great look for work or when you are networking. Add a pop of colour if you want to go out for drinks after work.

The timeless palette is what you need to get you through the Autumn season. Autumn is all about monochromatic dressing. For a more fun and cheerful look, add a pop of red lip to spice up your outfit.

Happy shopping!

Autumn is here!

My favourite season is definitely Autumn. I love how beautiful the world looks, when it's covered by a blanket of Autumn leaves. Everything looks and smells incredibly fresh and the weather is perfect. But most of all, the fashion is amazing.

Wearing: Kookai Collins shirt dress / 'Gabrie' boots by Wittner shoes / Michael Kors handbag
Images by Jordan Swioklo

And my favourite thing to wear during the Autumn season is definitely ankle boots. They are super chic, comfortable and look fabulous with everything.

I was recently asked by a follower to share with you my shoe collection. So I thought I would bring back Shoe of the Week so you can take a virtual tour inside my shoe wardrobe. I would like to introduce you to one of my favourite ankle boots this season...

Meet 'Gabrie' by Wittner.

'Gabrie' boots by Wittner shoes

I first saw these shoes on the Wittner Facebook page and immediately needed them in my life. I loved the style and the uniqueness of them with the cutouts on the side and the block heel had me swooning. I was lucky enough, to buy these babies on sale.

"If I ever let my head down it will be just to admire shoes"

I love the versatility of these boots. The cutouts on the side, elongate your legs and keep your feet cool on warmer days, which makes them the perfect trans-seasonal companion.

The 7cm block heel provides a lot of support and stability, making them super comfortable. They are definitely the ideal bootie for shopping followed by a cafe lunch.

The perfect shopping companion

I love the versatility of these boots. They look fabulous with absolutely everything. I've styled them with shorts, dresses, skirts and jeans. The outfit possibilities are endless with these boots.

What are your favourite boots this season?

Arm Candy

[Stacked bangles and statement rings] 

They make such a bold statement. It is the easiest way to dress up your outfit and turn it into a glamorous ensemble. I paired a classic striped singlet with shiny, bright gold accents, to lift the look. It took the look from casual to effortlessly chic. I am obsessed with adding cocktail rings to all my outfit and I love the way my new marble cuff by Country Road matched with my other jewels.

Wearing: 

Kookai striped singlet / Samantha Wills nude and gold rings and stacked bangles / Country Road marble stone cuff

Currently Trending: Leopard Luxe

"I've never met a leopard print I didn't like"

Nine West handbag and pumps - Image via the Nine West Facebook page

Embace your inner feline with the hottest trend of the season…

Leopard print.

Leopard print is nothing new. It is one of those trends that comes back every season more fierce and more fabulous then the season before.

Leopard print is a trend that can be worn all year round and still be just as fabulous anytime of the year.

To me, I see leopard print as a neutral tone, which means it can be worn with anything and everything.

Nine West leopard print handbag

But to make it easier for you, I have compiled a list of styling tips for wearing leopard print.

1. The first most important thing to remember is, treat leopard print as a neutral. It is a print that looks fabulous with everything, anytime of the year. The L.B.D, denim and navy are fabulous when paired with leopard print items.

2. If you are hesitant to start wearing leopard print, start small. Adding a leopard print accessory is the easiest way to incorporate the print into your wardrobe. And the quickest way to bring your outfit into the current season! My favourite leopard print accessory is definitely leopard print high heels!

3. Don't overdo it! Leopard print looks more elegant and chic when it's the focal point of an outfit. Remember to complement the leopard print with neutral accents.

4. Print clashing is popular. Again, don't overdo it. By adding a few other prints to your outfit, it will make it more unique and make more of a statement. Subtle florals, stripes and leopard work really well together.

5. Leopard print looks fabulous with pops of colour. Add a coloured scarf or a colourful pair of shoes with a leopard print dress for a statement outfit. My favourite colour combo is leopard print and shades of red. This packs a mighty punch and is incredibly feminine when done correctly. Add a pop of red lipstick with a leopard print outfit and you'll be sure to roar!

Leopard print never goes out of style and you'll be able to wear it again and again. All year round. What more can you want? Be sure to invest in some key leopard print items this season.

Here is my favourite leopard print fashion items for the season to give you some inspiration.

1. Pfeiffer dress / 2. Tony Bianco heels / 3. Boohoo one piece / 4. Kardashian Kollection handbag
5. Witchery Crossbody Clutch / 6. Witchery pencil skirt / 7. Nine West espadrilles / 8. Cameo the label dress

Happy shopping ladies!

Accessory of the Week: Cocktail Rings

I have admitted this before, I have two addictions…

Shoes of course being the main one and secondly… Jewellery.

And my favourite piece of jewellery to wear, is cocktail rings. 

My humble little Samantha Wills Bardot collection

What I love most about cocktail rings, is how easily they dress up a simple outfit. With a quick add of a cocktail ring, it can change your look dramatically. It can take you from work to play, from simple to elegant and add that much needed sparkle and shine to your weekend wear.

My current favourite is the elegant and stunning silver metal Bardot ring

And my favourite kind of cocktail ring is the Samantha Wills bohemian bardot ring. I bought my first Bardot ring back in 2012 and since then I have slowly added more and more colours to my ever growing collection.

Samantha Wills gold bardot ring

What I love most about them is, there are so many to choose from! Neutrals, brights, pastels and metals are some of the many styles you can choose from.

Every season, new colours are released in the current trending fashion palettes, which makes them the simplest accessory, to bring your outfit on trend.

One of my all time favourites, is my black and gold Bardot ring

The signature tear drop shape, makes them a statement ring and a flattering and feminine style to wear everyday.

My saying is "a Sammy a day, keeps the Doctor away!" Everyday, I wear a Samantha Wills cocktail ring and everyday, it makes me feel confident and ready to take on the world!  

Talk is Cheap: Slogan Clutches

Let your accessories do all the talking with slogan clutches.

'More Issues Than Vogue' handbag by Colette

Slogan accessories are becoming more and more popular. Now, lets be honest. You either love them or loathe them, but there's no denying, they make a bold statement. And they are a fabulous conversation starter!

What I love most about a slogan clutch is how fun and quirky they are. They add humour and a certain edge to a person's outfit. And they make outfits, much more fun. Slogan clutches are fabulous to style with casual or street style outfits. It adds more detail to a basic outfit and they make people happy!

The opportunities are endless when it comes to slogans. Popular sayings, famous quotes and even music lyrics are the most popular choices. Some places even make customised handbags.

I searched the blogosphere for my favourite slogan clutches and here they are:

What do you think of the slogan clutch bag?