COOP was a show I was truly excited about. It’s a label that’s relatively new on the scene but its edgy (the show notes used the term ‘high grunge’) aesthetic has quickly made it a favourite of mine. The winter 13 collection takes ‘high grunge’ and runs with it. There are some great tough pieces in the form of leather panelled jackets, studded cardigans, and the creepers paired with slightly tousled hair gave off a ‘yeah – I’m cute, but you don’t want to mess with me’ kind of a vibe. Luxe came through in the form of velvet & silky fabrics, peplum jackets, royal colours (blue, green, gold), and sparkling embellishments. Prints were bright and slightly off-beat, nailing a fine balance of girly-grunge. My favourite print was a green floral/venus fly trap – which was only slightly shown up by the luxe sparkly emerald dress following it down the runway shortly after. Love, love, love!
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I remember walking in to Juliette Hogan with a feeling of excitement – having come to equate Juliette Hogan with the best kind of pretty, beautiful things. The winter 2013…
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New Zealand Fashion Week has been an adventure! I’ve met fantastic people, and seen some incredible things (both on and off the cat walk). Day three was the last full…
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NZFW day two was plenty-full of excitement and it was very much all go! Eight shows were lined up for the day – Twenty-Seven Names & Ingrid Starnes, New Generation,…
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Today was the first (and probably the biggest) day at New Zealand Fashion Week 2012. I have been lucky enough to take three full days off work to get amongst…
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If I could only recommend you try ONE product this year – L’Oreal’s Mythic Oil would be it. It truly is fantastic and has worked with my bleached hair. I’ve…
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Beau Coop’s beautiful shoes for Karen Walker’s ‘Sea Monsters’ line are in store now and they are absolutely gorgeous. The entire line is prefect – I love the leather, paisley…
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I’ve been wanting to try this recipe for faux chocolate croissant for awhile now after coming across it via Cupcakes and Cashmere. I am still marveled by is simplicity –…
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Image via It’s Not That Deep. The steel cap is a particular embellishment that has been increasingly catching my eye. It’s a style that works well for both flats and…
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These are ideal for morning tea alongside a piping hot cup of coffee. I followed a recipe out of Marian Keyes’ ‘Saved by Cake’, and added an egg-white glaze out…
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Hi There by Karen Walker dress and belt | Ruby coat | Country Road suede pumps | Rebecca Minkoff Cupid Bag I’ve been practically living in this navy Ruby coat…