Huffer Sale

Anyone who's in Christchurch today or tomorrow (i.e Thursday and Friday), head to the uni for the awesome Huffer sale that's on there. I just went by and scored a zip-up forest green hoodie for $20! Pretty stoked with that.

The sale is on for two days only, in the Undercroft, University of Canterbury. 

Lou x

Wanting: Belle + Beau

I spotted this gorgeous Bonnie Blush dress by NZ designer Belle + Beau, over on Father Rabbit (which is definitely worth checking out if you're into interior design). I pastel colour is so subtle and pretty, it would be perfect for dressing up or down all summer. Wish we had dress-worthy weather at the moment though!

Hope everyone has a relaxing weekend ahead!
Lou x

Christchurch Things: Riccarton Farmer's Market

After living in Christchurch for just over three months now, I realised that I do not get out enough, so on Saturday some friends and I went for a bit of an explore.

First stop was the Riccarton Farmer's Market. Nestled in Riccarton Bush, this market is artisan everything, so naturally I was in heaven. There's everything food-wise from fresh fruit and vegetables to Posh Porridge and Grizzly Bagels - whose pesto and walnut bagel I can highly recommended. There's also deli-style meat and cheese stalls and pretty much everything looks delicious so bring your appetite! 

Lou x

                             

                                   

     

The Fresh Prince

Last week I had my first brush with royalty. Well, if you count 'brush' as being behind a fence 15 metres away, I did. As part of his tour of New Zealand, Prince Harry came and visited the University of Canterbury on Tuesday, 12th May. It was raining, hailing and freezing, but a lot of us braved it to get a glimpse of that famous ginger head.
I managed to get a few photos through the crowd, but obviously Iphone zoom + rain + lots of people isn't the best combination, so bear with me quality-wise.

Lou
Ps. Sorry about the kid in the green rain jacket totally blocking my view.

Wanting: COS

COS Tie-waist jersey cardigan

I'm on the hunt for some new knits as summer slowly melts away (insert crying face). Although I love a classic cardy and jersey as much as the next girl, I really appreciate when a designer or store goes that little step further in terms of detail. Through adding an interesting hem here and some gorgeous buttons there the whole look is stepped up a notch.

I've heard of COS a few times on various blogs and style websites and although they don't ship to NZ yet, fingers are crossed!

I think this asymmetrical hem adds really nice interest as well as still being practical.

That's all for today, keep warm out there!

Lou

Winter Time in Ruby x GATTOBRAVO

Last year NZ fashion powerhouse Ruby, released a capsule collection collaborating with the gorgeous illustrations of GATTOBRAVO.

The collection was one of my favourites ever done by Ruby, and I treated myself to the Merci Merci hat in maroon - I get crazy compliments in it! So imagine my excitement when this week Ruby announced that they have partnered up again with the GATTOBRAVO team in their latest Hana collection.

A Japanese-style swan print named 'Tori Story' has been created in colourful pastels across a minimalist white background - perfect for easing into winter without looking like you've lost your soul in an all black get up.

My pick? The Tori dress below.

Ruby Tori dress, $289. Photo: Ruby

The collection will be in stores and online from tomorrow.

Lou x

Stellar Stella

I'm in the middle of an internal debate, one that everyone else is probably familiar with: can I justify buying this item of clothing, even though I'm poor? For some reason I can easily turn down a dinner out or a movie if I know my finances are looking a bit dire, but anything fashion-related seems to just slip past my mental fashion barrier, no doubt aided by the global fount of consumerism, known as online shopping.

To be fair I'm not poor poor, I just have a pooling debt with the brothers over at Study Link, that I like to not think about, and I've fallen in love with these Stella McCartney sandals. 

Stella McCartney Carrington Sandals. Photo: Pinterest.

Even Stella herself has been spotted out sporting them. I think they'd be a welcome addition to the wardrobe.

Photo: Coolspotters

High and Low

To me fashion has always been about creating a wardrobe that displays an eclectic mix of designers and price points, and by eclectic, I mean eclectic to you. Style is such a personal and reflective practice that I believe everyone should own pieces from all over the place! Yes there will always be shops that you can find ten things in that you love, and some designers that just really aren't your thing, but ultimately it's good to be open to wearing things from anywhere, no matter where it's from or how much it cost.

Generally most days, my outfit is a mix of something that was super cheap and an investment piece that was more expensive, but  that I wear all the time. Pictured is my favourite jacket that I spent six months worth of savings on when I was 15. Totally worth it.

Bec and Bridge Bastille Jacket. Image from Polyvore

Anyway the point I'm making, is that no matter how much something cost or what designer it is, if I like it, I'm gonna wear it! There's nothing worse than buying something for the label and then being disappointed in the purchase (and I'm speaking from experience here!).

Hope everyone's having a fun weekend, soaking up the last few rays of sun!

Lou x