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The eldest Kardashian sister, Kourtney, was out and about in LA doing some last minute Christmas shopping. The mum-of-one (soon to be 2!) kept it cute and simple in a Finders Keepers cream blouse

Nicole Fendel Jewellery

I am a compulsive online shopper... I live for it, especially this year when I had all my friend's 21sts, I wanted to make sure I always got them something unique and special. I recently stumbled across Nicole Fendel Jewellery, a Melbourne-based label specialising in delicate, romantic jewellery with a modern aesthetic. In just six short years since launching the label’s signature cut-out earrings, precious cocktail rings and beautiful pendants with poetic engravings have struck a chord with women throughout Australia. 


Celebs such as Oprah, Jennifer Hawkins, Kristy Hinze, Isabelle Lucas and Jessica Hart have all been seen wearing Nicole Fendel pieces... You should definitely check it out! Especially because of their very cool promo to celebrate the launch of their online store! Visit nicolefendel.com :) 

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Black Eyed Peas singer, Fergie, hit the red carpet for APL.de.Ap's birthday and the launch of Charity Dreams. She donned an interesting leather dress by J'Aton... I'm not sure how I feel about this dress. I think it's all too much. Mind you, Fergie nailed their hair and make up, which was a lot more toned down then usual.

P.S. I would have given the Judith Leiber clutch the flick...

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Footloose star, Julianne Hough channelled old Hollywood glam on the red carpet at 2011 Trevor Live! in LA on Sunday.

The 23-year old dancer wore a embellished, cream dress from Collette Dinnigan's resort collection.

I really like this look, just not on Julianne. The make up is way too heavy, and the dress makes her look dumpy... This beautifully intricate dress would have been perfect on someone a little taller, Hough is just too petite and the look is a little overwhelming on her tiny frame.

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A week after announcing she's pregnant with her second child, Kourtney Kardashian was out and about in LA with babydaddy, Scott Disick. The eldest Kardashian sister looked cute in an androgynous look, complete with cropped camilla & marc pants.

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Jennifer Lopez was looking summer chic in a printed Collette Dinnigan dress in Peru over the weekend.

I loooooooooove the cobalt blue accessories!!!

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The always fashionable, Nicole Richie was spotted out shopping in LA recently. The mother-of-two looked killer in a red knit sweater and a pair of Ksubi skinny jeans. She always looks so effortlessly chic!

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Delta Goodrem wowed on the Aria Award red carpet over the weekend. The Australian singing sweetheart wore a gorgeous Lisa Ho gown. The look was well put together... However I feel Delta could mix it up a little with her hair, a messy chignon bun would have made this look super glam and would have been a nice departure from her usual beach waves.

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Rachael Taylor was crowned the first GQ Woman of the Year on Tuesday night at the Sydney Opera house. The blonde bombshell wore a super-chic LBD by Dion Lee. This entire look is so glam; the hair, the make up, the shoes... Everything. She killed it!

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Last night, Kellan Lutz and his gorgeous girlfriend, Sharni Vinson hit the red carpet at GQ's Man of the Year Awards at the Sydney Opera House. The Home and Away Alum wore a cream Alex Perry dress... She must love the expensive designer, it's the second time in a week she's donned his creations on the red carpet!

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Joe Jonas' rumoured girlfriend and TV presenter, Renee Bargh walked the red carpet yesterday at the American Music Awards in an embellished mini, by one of my fave Aussie designers, Shakuhachi. This look is perfect for this event; it's fun and flirty... but like the entire look could have been taken to the next level if she donned an up-do

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The Jenner girls have been working overtime repping Aussie designers on the red carpet recently. Kendall, who recently turned 16, wore this gorgeous Aje dress. It is totally age-appropriate, and the simple accessories and make up, paired with a fish-tail braid was perfection!

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X-Factor UK judge and former Destiny Child's star, Kelly Rowland absolutely rocked a floor-length Sass & Bide gown on the show last night. She looks sooooo banging!


... dayum.

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Beyonce and her growing baby bump were spotted out and about in Miami house-hunting. The soon-to-be mum looked cool and casual in a Camilla kaftan - love that orange!

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Lara Bingle made an appearance at the WHO's Sexiest People party in Sydney last weekend. The "Where The Bloody Hell Are Ya?" star wore a Josh Goot dress from their spring 2012 collection.

I'm not sure how I feel about this look... It's too long and just makes her look frumpy, and those strappy shoes are not helping.

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The youngest member of the Kardashian/Jenner klan, Kylie Jenner made an appearance at the 2011 Hollywood Style Awards on Sunday wearing an intricate lace blouse by Collette Dinnigan. I feel the whole look is a little old for the 14-year old, a bright coloured skirt or pair of shorts would have been perfection and much more age appropriate.

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Last night at the Twilight: Breaking Dawn premiere in LA, Kellan Lutz and his new girlfriend, Sharni Vinson rocked the red carpet. The Aussie beauty donned a gorgeous red Alex Perry gown.

She totally owned this look with both minimal hair and make-up... Stunning!

Paperback Lovers

As a part of their AW12 collection, camilla & marc, enlisted Errol Rainey to direct their debut fashion short film.

Texan model, Amy Bailey, elegantly dances her way around a beautiful courtyard... this black and white footage perfectly captures the mood and aesthetic of the entire collection.

Be sure to watch absolutely delightful 1960s-inspired clip here http://vimeo.com/31889317

oneweardesigns.com

I recently discovered the website, oneweardesigns.com... It is a new website, with a very cool concept. Oneweardesign.com allows you to buy, sell or swap pre-loved designer clothing... It also allows small designer boutiques who may not have the time or resources to set up their own websites, the opportunity to sell their designs under their own URL and store name.

There are currently 30 designers from Sydney and Melbourne who have signed up, as well as 80 individuals selling clothes from designers like Collette Dinnigan, Manning Cartell, Lisa Ho, Camilla & Marc, Sass & Bide and Alex Perry. 

It's definitely a site to keep your eye on... You're sure to find yourself a bargain!

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Jennifer Lopez received a $500 000 grant for her non-profit organization that helps improve the health and wellbeing of women and children. While doing so, the Latino beauty wowed in a blue Lisa Ho tulle dress... B E A U TIFUL !

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Rose Byrne was out and about at the CAA Young Hollywood Party during the week and wore a gorgeous lace dress by Manning Cartell. 

I'm curious about that band-aid on her arm... I hope she doesn't make a habit of it!

Kim Kardashian InStyle

Last week I previewed Kim Kardashian's cover for InStyle's Australia November issue in a gorgeous J'Aton dress.

I promised to keep you posted on who she wore and what she wore inside the spread, and I can confirm she donned a mixture of Marchesa and vintage designs, along with a beautiful ivory lace and silk dress by Sydney designer, Anaessia.

 

One Teaspoon

This week 2 celebs were spotted rocking One Teaspoon designs.

Firstly, Kourtney Kardashian wore a cream ruffle One Teaspoon dress out for dinner at Bar Pitti in New York

 

Later the same week, Rachel Barry herself, Lea Michele was shopping in LA in a fab cream knitted jumper (or sweater for our international readers) by One Teaspoon 

Kim Kardashian in J'Aton

Kim Kardashian graces the cover of InStyle Australia's latest issue is a gorgeous nude J'Aton dress. I really like this cover... sometimes I feel Kim is too overdone, but here she looks relaxed, fresh and very pretty.

I'm excited to see who she wears in the full shoot... Will keep you posted!

Martin Grant at PFW

Martin Grant is probably one of Australia's most successful fashion exports... However most Aussies have never even heard of him. He moved to Europe over 20 years ago, after his first collection was thought up on Little Collins St in Melbourne. He is one of two Australians who have membership to the Federation Francaise de la Couture, the governing body of the French fashion industry, the other being Collette Dinnigan. His designs are stocked in exclusive boutiques and department stores worldwide, including, Harvey Nichols, Barneys and Saks Fifth Avenue. He designs Barneys’ signature women’s wear line, The Barneys Collection, and also consults to two Italian fashion houses, and a few years back, he was headhunted to replace Michael Kors as artistic director at Celine, but he declined due to existing commitments. He shows his collections twice a year at Paris Fashion Week and he never ceases to amaze the crowd, this SS11/12 collection was no exception, where colour was definitely his story for spring. 

Change is in the Air!

After 8 years, Qantas is saying good bye to Peter Morrissey's uniforms and hello to a new look by another Aussie designer.

The Qantas CEO, Alan Joyce confirmed they will be meeting with a range of Aussie designers, and a final choice will be made in early 2012.

It has also been confirmed that designers such as, Akira Isogawa, Collette Dinnigan, Martin Grant, Easton Pearson and Richard Nicoll will present their ideas to Qantas representatives.

SUCH an exciting opportunity! Peter Morrissey has said the uniforms he designed for Qantas, which incorporated Aboriginal prints was the "proudest thing" he has ever done.

Miranda Kerr Stuns at Paris Fashion Week

Miranda Kerr has definitely been making her mark at Paris Fashion Week this year. The Aussie supermodel has been quite busy, glamming up for designers such as Dior, Galliano and Lanvin. She looked absolutely gorgeous and did such an incredible job representing Australian models on the World stage... You cannot fault her. I die for her (and Orlando... he was spotted front row at the shows totally gushing and taking photos of his beautiful wife... sooooooooo cute!)

Chanel

Galliano

Loewe

Dior

Lanvin

Stella McCartney

Viktor & Rolf

Front Row at sass & bide - London Fashion Week

Check out this clip from Fashion TV to see what the top of London's fashion crop thinks about the Aussie label!

Aurelio Costarella's night at the Brownlow Medal

AFL's night of nights took place on Monday night in Melbourne's Crown Towers, and Perth designer, Aurelio Costarella's designs ruled the blue carpet.

Rebecca Judd (aka "Queen of the WAGs") looked frightfully skinny for someone who has recently given birth in a gold figure-hugging gown.

The very loud, Brynne Edelsten seemed to tone it down this year (just a little) in a beaded and lace number.

Now the Dally M's and the Brownlow Medal have both taken place, I can officially declare NRL WAGs to be the better dressed of the two codes... I just hope next year we don't see an overload of J'Aton, it's getting booooooring!

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Duchess of Cambridge herself, Kate Middleton was spotted out over the weekend at a friend's wedding in a stunning red lace Collette Dinnigan dress.

I love, love, love this look! It's a bit of a departure from what we're used to seeing the future Queen wear, which usually consists of nude tones or navy... She looks gorgeous!

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Disney star, Debby Ryan donned a beautiful 50s-inspired dress by Collette Dinnigan to the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party in LA on Friday.

It's hard to believe she's only 18! She looks so sophisticated and chic. The red lips and bag are perfection!

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Jennifer Lopez flaunted her curves in a figure-hugging camilla & marc halter dress in Las Vegas over the weekend. I'm loving the hint of pink! She looks fab.

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Kourtney Kardashian was out and about in New York City yesterday in a navy silk Finders Keepers dress.

I love navy and black together, it's so chic!

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Mad Men star, Christina Hendricks wore an amazing vintage gown down the red carpet at the Emmy Awards last night. Sydney-based Johanna Johnson is the designer behind the embellished, silk-satin figure hugging dress. 


The dress apparently weighs an incredible 8kg and was a custom design gifted to the actor from Johanna herself, because she is a huge fan of Hendrick's poise and sense of Hollywood glamour.

Stunning.

sass & bide at London Fashion Week!

Preceding this collection I was beginning to think sass & bide were in a bit of a funk, just because each collection preceding had similar silhouettes, textures and aesthetic. I was so eager to see them do something different. Their Spring 2012 collection shown at London Fashion Week was just that... different, and refreshingly different.  Heidi Middleton concurs and stated, "there was a lot of newness in the silhouettes and the colors." 


The collection was dominated by silver sequins, polka dots, bright silks, metallic leather, and a splash of their tribal beading... this may all sound like a lot to handle within one collection but the execution was perfection and the result, minimalist. 

My 5 Spring/Summer Must-Haves!

1. A White Dress - white is my favourite colour for spring/summer... it is so fresh and chic. This bec & bridge dress is perfection. The deep v-neck with gold detail has a fun 70s vibe... paired with a great nude or gold heel this white dress is my go-to party look for summer!

2. Tailored Orange Shorts - this season we are seeing a lot more bright colours being used, one of my favourites has to be orange.... it is definitely the new red. I am obsessed with shorts, they are a great alternative to a skirt and when worn properly shorts have so much attitude. These sass & bide shorts are amazing. Suede is usually thought to be a AW fabric, but in orange they are perfect for summer. These shorts with a cream blouse and a killer heel, is sure to create the perfect balance between femininity and masculinity.

3. Sapphire Blue anything - I am seriously OBSESSED with sapphire blue at the moment, when I got back from NY I realised most of the pieces I bought were in sapphire blue. My favourite though is the perfect sapphire blue shoe! I cannot wait to pair mine with a pair of orange shorts and a cream blouse. Peeptoe has come up with the perfect sandal, AND it comes in the perfect sapphire blue hue... I love it!

4. A LMD - a little metallic dress is essential this summer... it is so essential in fact that I think it has made the LBD obsolete this season. It is an easy-to-wear, versatile piece that you can just throw on last minute for a night out, or for Sunday afternoon cocktails. This camilla & marc dress is the perfect example of the perfect LMD. It is simple and lets the fabric and cut do all the talking.

5. Fluro Nails - one of my favourite things to do while I'm in NY is visit the 24-hour nail salon... there is just something really exciting about being up at 2AM and being able to go and get your nails done, especially in summer when it's really fun to experiment with bright, loud colours. I discovered the colour, Capri by Essie... it is a fiery orange. I bought a bottle home with me and it's seriously going to be on my nails 24/7 this summer! 

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New mum, Jessica Alba was spotted wearing a colourful Zimmermann maxi with her totally adorable daughter, Honor.

Tommy Ton for Oroton

One of my favourite bloggers, Tommy Ton, who is responsible for the blog Jak & Jill was asked to shoot the most recent campaign for Australian accessories company, Oroton. The result is pretty flawless and unique in the way that all shots seem candid and un-choreographed, which I love. It's a fabulously fashion-forward approach, and I'm so glad Oroton has gone with something a little more innovative, compared to their usual conservative approach. The campaign was styled by the amazingly talented Taylor Tomasi-Hill.

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Kourtney Kardashian was spotted at LAX with babydaddy, Scott Disick and her adorable baby, Mason, heading to NYC this morning. The eldest of the Kardashian sister was rocking a dope military-inspired jacket from Bec & Bridge.