Acquisitions | Federation Beauty Dress

Acquisitions | Federation Beauty Dress

This is another little Summer/Winter cross-over dress that I picked up recently.  The colour is perfect for layering here in NZ winter, whereas it will also work with some cute jandals and a colorful necklace in Chicago and Florida.

Style | BH Cosmetics

Style | BH Cosmetics

I’m probably way behind the play on this one – as per usual, but after confessing my fear of lipstick to a fellow blogger/tweep she recommended I try a lip palette from BH Cosmetics.  The reviews are seriously amazing for ALL of their products, I 

Acquisitions | Freedom Confit Vessel

Acquisitions | Freedom Confit Vessel

I don’t know what a confit vessel is, but I do know that a mustard {er…. CAMEL} vase was exactly what my bedroom needed to balance out the blue accents.  I’m pretty sure I could furnish my whole house at Freedom, my lounge is desperately 

Acquisitions | Candy Stripes

Acquisitions | Candy Stripes

We are going on  a trip next month; to Summer!  Hence I can totally justify this purchase. Federation Mei Mei dress.  This can definitely brighten up winter as well with some careful layering don’t you think?

Acquisitions | Vintage Stoneware Vase

Acquisitions | Vintage Stoneware Vase

There is an antique shop in Kumeu that I have been driving past for the last 4 years. I have even parked outside with the intention of going in then thought twice and kept going {I have a silly paranoia about going in to 2nd 

Acquisitions | Darah Tan Wedges

Acquisitions | Darah Tan Wedges

I wasn’t shopping for shoes……..but you know how that goes.  E and I were at the mall and I caught sight of these little beauties and I was drawn into the store for a wee try on.  I LOVE these wedges.  The platform makes them 

Shop | Country Road Winter

Shop | Country Road Winter

I am in LOVE with this seasons range from Country Road.  It’s super comfy, classy casual and bright, which makes such a change from the usual drab tones of winter.  I was having a particularly unfashionable day during the move; Ethan arrived home from school, 

Daily Look | Finally, a Pea Coat!

Daily Look | Finally, a Pea Coat!

I have been coveting Pea Coats for years, I love the traditional boxy lines and double breasted military styling and I finally have one to call my own!  And.  It was cheap. RRP $199 {still tres cheap} but right now Max have $50 off jackets!  

Daily Look | Winter Boots…check

Daily Look | Winter Boots…check

I made these Country Rd bad boys mine, will be pairing them with some long socks and tights this winter.  As soon as Autumn stops being so gosh darn sunny that is.  hummph. PS.  My secret shop is www.shineon.co.nz now you know.  

Wrap it up

Wrap it up

My favourite winter accessories are scarves.  I love the pop of colour they can bring and the finished, weather-ready look they give to an outfit.  These are some that have made my wish-list for this season; Kate Spade striped scarve, $103 Bajra oversized scarve, $298