tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-359652092011-12-15T03:12:55.639ZThe fashion adventures of Erin, an Aussie no longer shivering in Scotland!Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.comBlogger561100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-35615393933729308872007-06-14T11:42:00.000Z2007-06-14T11:45:22.200Z

I've decided to join the league of Typepad bloggers! You can now find me over at Mirkwood Cottage. See you there!

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-49690135652293290542007-02-19T07:04:00.000Z2007-02-19T07:17:18.110Z

It makes such a difference when things go right. After weeks of feeling unenthused about our wedding in July (to the point of our seriously considering an Elvis wedding in Vegas), things seem to be heading in the right direction.After umm-ing and aah-ing about my family's Parish Church, which is lovely but not 'us', for weeks - I finally had a brain wave. The first Church built in Brisbane (

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-12890858236836126772007-02-05T01:05:00.000Z2007-02-05T01:21:16.505Z

They say there ain't nothing like a Dame. I say, there ain't nothing like a car.For those of you who drive, you'll understand the frustration of being without wheels. As much as I appreciate the kindness of friends and family, in their giving me lifts and loaning their vehicles, there's a certain sense of entrapment, when you can't simply grab your keys and drive off into the sunset.Going to

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-37435561515906568582007-02-04T07:00:00.000Z2007-02-04T07:48:26.355Z

Ooh, well! Better late than never! I've been tagged by the Fabulous Fi (a.k.a. Shoegal) to tell you five things you didn't know about me. Given that I've been rather neglectful of this poor blog of late, there are probably a LOT of things you don't know! (new job, blogging, new car (!!!), wedding stuff, God only knows where I fit my sleeping!);)And so...1. I am a *complete* Diet Coke addict. I

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-51270041492120390352007-01-10T15:04:00.000Z2007-01-10T15:05:21.345Z

Can I just say.. it's SO good to be home. I had a fabulous evening, and I laughed, and it was just brilliant.*happy sigh*More fashion adventures to come!

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-16103216213487768392007-01-08T05:37:00.000Z2007-01-08T06:33:35.294Z

Well, I'm safely in Australia, although our travel was not without some unexpected adventure. On the Dubai-Singapore leg of our flight, we had not one but TWO people die; but a third who almost bit the dust when he was given food that had sesame seeds / oil in it. Fortunately, the stewards had a few epi-pens handy, and he was alright, but I was bloody glad to be off that plane!!! I also had a bit

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-80343872774036799412006-12-18T14:31:00.000Z2006-12-18T14:48:35.047Z

Irregular Choice is one of those brands that you will either love or hate. Although some of their recent offerings have left me fearing for my life, I've crossed into the omgfangirlsquealylove for their shoes, because not only are they 'a bit different', but their designs are kitsch and cute in a way that makes you smile.Take these fabulous heels, for example (thanks to TrainieBagLady on the

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-73464584598554186272006-12-08T18:58:00.000Z2006-12-18T14:30:07.609Z

Well, howdy, strangers! Time flies when you're working your backside off blogging and packing your entire life into boxes, I tell you! Apologies for my extreme lack of updating lately, but December has turned out to be an incredibly busy month. I've been doing loads of blogging over on the Shiny sites, which is great, but takes up almost all of my time; and then there's the move back home to

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-76295076309601979932006-11-28T22:52:00.000Z2006-11-28T23:12:32.385Z

Well, I have a little bit of exciting news... I've been featured as this week's 'style expert' on the fabulous site 'What Celebs Wear' :D Their website keeps track of great celebrity product picks, brands and trends, and I've found them to be an awesome resource for my own celebrity blogging over on Catwalk Queen, Shoewawa and The Bag Lady :)Given that I'm fairly new to the world of style

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-12275153346726629682006-11-26T18:26:00.000Z2006-11-26T19:23:54.935Z

Yesterday, Dave and I had the pleasure of travelling to Edinburgh to spend the day with my goodly friend Nat from London (ex Brisbane). We had a fabulous day - with (gasp!) actual sunshine(!!!) that lasted about five minutes, but the clear skies stayed right up until we left the Chinese restaraunt where we had dinner. Speaking of which, I'll take this opportunity to plug Dave's absolutely amazing

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-10461657269903791892006-11-24T00:30:00.000Z2006-11-29T00:59:21.715Z

If you read my posts over on Catwalk Queen, then you'll have already read this. However, I am incredibly proud of this outfit, and spent literally six hours (maybe longer) putting it together, such is my love for The Famous Five. I've actually been re-reading the series, to keep my spirits up in this awful damp weather that's been persisting down (as they say).. and so I've decided to cross-post

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1386007838939696702006-11-20T22:16:00.000Z2006-11-20T23:16:14.285Z

Seriously. How YOWZA! is this dress? I came across it while putting together a party outfit for under £100 for Catwalk Queen, and my jaw just dropped. It's not cheap at £79, but it's not a bad price compared with similar dresses at places like Wallis and Monsoon. And it's from M&S. M&S!They are doing some seriously amazing work with their recent lines. Whoever's behind it is genius, and if sales

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-84330703345348310842006-11-18T19:23:00.000Z2006-11-18T19:34:05.282Z

I've already blogged about these fabulous wellies over on Shoewawa, but I love them so much that I had to mention them here. Considered the designer wellington boot, Tamara Henriques has created a diverse line of boots and shoes designed to keep your toes warm and dry - instead of my pet hate - damp and freeeeezing.My favourites are the kitten heels and ballet flats (particularly in plaid and

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-7915324691380256092006-11-18T01:37:00.000Z2006-11-18T13:17:47.364Z

Yesterday, I had quite a marvellous time meeting a friend from the Blogosphere, who'd come all the way from Canada! I truly marvel at how small the world has become with the Internet, and am always quite pleased when my 'net and 'irl' worlds collide :)Aaanyway, we spent the day wandering around Glasgow, making purchases - as Shopaholics tend to do - and picked up a few bargains along the way! I

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-8798591512341511412006-11-16T19:46:00.000Z2006-11-16T21:12:34.199Z

Ah, Matalan. You may be hit and miss a lot of the time, but yesterday you won the house cup! After all my troubles with Office, I needed some retail therapy without the troubles, so Dave drove me to Matalan to have a look around.. and boy, did Matalan come through! I picked up a lovely Missoni-esque scarf in pink tones for £5, some lovely leopard print ballet flats for £8 (and they're slightly

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-22974021022782652122006-11-13T21:32:00.000Z2006-11-13T22:30:53.809Z

One of the girls on the Shiny Fashion Forum asked for help today to find a shoe to suit a rather lovely strapless gown that she'd just bought. As soon as I saw it, I knew what she needed.. peep-toes! Now, I'm not always a fan of toe cleavage (a little's ok!).. but I do love painted toes just peeking out of a glaaaaamorous evening shoe!The first that caught my eye was the elegant black mid-heel

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-50843810870407653862006-11-12T20:40:00.000Z2006-11-12T21:38:59.554Z

I think that everyone has an era that they identify with on a fashion level (and a personal level), and for me, it has always been the 30s / early 40s. In terms of fashion, it began as an era of sleek glamour, big bands, whimsy, eccentricity and romance - and ended as an era of practicality and strength. I'm also drawn to that era historically, as well - there's something about the war effort in

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-76660158027329743352006-11-11T23:58:00.000Z2006-11-12T00:49:24.028Z

I'm in the market for a laptop bag, but I don't want just any bag.. I want a Lin&Leo. Unfortunately, with their added popularity has come an added price, and at £169 it's WAAAAY outta my budget! How I long for the lovely, leather, pocketed beauty.. but unless you're out there reading this, Lin&Leo, and want to give me one pro bono - it's not going to happen.So I need to find a replacement.

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1163133668573415672006-11-10T04:25:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:14.709Z

I've been feeling vaguely unsettled for a few days. I'm not really sure what it is, but there's this anxiety and uncertainty resting upon my shoulders that I can't seem to shake.There's a lot going on just now. I'm spending a lot of time working on my blogs for Shiny (I'm a perfectionist, can't help it!).. I have friends and family in troubling situations.. My bank account is in the worst state

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1163032316395114492006-11-08T21:16:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:14.539Z

Sometimes it feels like I'm always a few minutes (or years) too late. Today, I was poking about the Shoewawa archives checking that some shoes I want to blog about weren't already there, when I stumbled upon these rather cool 'Origami' boots, by a US company called Sugar. I absolutely love my cosy Uggs - I don't care how many people hate them, I'm an Aussie, and I'm allowed to love them! - but

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162907328400809752006-11-07T13:37:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:14.384Z

Oh. Baby.Guess what I got for my birthday from Dave's lovely parents :D Well.. if the picture doesn't give it away.. They got me The Little Mermaid on DVD :D:D:D:DI have - seriously - been waiting to get this film on DVD since about 2001, when Disney released it on DVD without advertising it, and in such limited release in Australia that it was impossible to find. You could pay $150 on eBay for

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162857683219577182006-11-06T23:49:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:14.175Z

I have but a few minutes remaining before I officially clock a quarter of a century on my odometer. I wanted to mark this occasion with some kind of philosophical, thought-provoking post; but as per usual, I got distracted by MSN and browsing fashion sites, so this wee post will have to suffice :)I've enjoyed the last 25 years immensely, and am looking forward to embarking upon the next quarter

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162691069675058262006-11-05T01:24:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:14.024Z

When one of the girls over at the lovely Shiny Fashion Forums asked for some advice about an outfit to wear to a gig this December (in the c-c-cold), my mind went into Get Her Look mode, and I decided to put together a budget(ish) look from one of my high street faves, Dorothy Perkins!Julia's specific requirements were that the outfit would keep her warm; that it would give her some height (she's

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162688646372422472006-11-05T00:42:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.867Z

Oh, how I wish I'd had these on my feet this afternoon. Sadly, my normal walking shoes didn't do me much good. Let's just say the score's Scottish Hills 1, Erins 0.Now, hills in Australia aren't that hard to climb. Most of the ground is hard, from years of heat; they're not terribly rocky; and if there's a hill, there's usually a decent path to walk on. Scottish hills, on the other hand, consist

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162424149968344012006-11-01T23:23:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.751Z

"Oh, the humanity," said my credit card morosely. "What are you trying to do to me?". "I'm trying to make my feet look shiny and happy, CC," I said, showing her a picture of some beautiful purple suede platforms. "I see," she said, smiling. "I understand completely!"As you may have gathered, I've been a bit bad. You remember those Office bargains I showed you yesterday? Well, they're winging

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162328962124788142006-10-31T20:49:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.572Z

As I mentioned earlier today, Office have just relaunched their new website, and it's a bit swankier and easier to navigate than their old one. As such, I've spent a good half hour perusing their goodies, and thought I'd post my picks here (hint-hint, Dave).The first that caught my eye were these tartan cuties in the popular 'Dolly' style. I love tartan - which probably correlates with the fact

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162307704082120442006-10-31T15:05:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.462Z

Well, it's stopped raining for more than five minutes - FINALLY - so I'm hoping to get back to my walking program (45mins a night) now that it's not too miserable to do so!With the rain gone (for now), I thought I would take this opportunity to dream / talk about two of my favourite things: suede shoes and grey. Grey - oddly - is one of my favourite colours, and I'm so pleased with the grey

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162208185730334552006-10-30T11:35:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.347Z

Remember me? I'm the one who loves shoes. Speaking of which - if I've got a back-log of favours owing, good karma or what-have-yous, can I invoice you for these shoes?I mean, they're so pretty, that they'll do me for years. Seriously! I'll work for free from here-on in! And they're only $375 from Jildor, so it's a pretty good deal, really!Anyway - if you think it's a bargain, you know my

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162083935220177202006-10-29T00:50:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:13.043Z

There's been a lot of talk about the Viktor & Rolf collaboration with H&M here in the UK for quite some time, and we've just gotten a look at it. Catwalk Queen has already blogged about it, so I won't say much about the technicalities of it all.. but I love the series so much, I just had to show it to you! Now, I'm not usually a heart-shape-loving gal, but I have to say that in this case, they

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1162083018610286402006-10-29T00:39:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.903Z

I've been working so furiously to put together a series of posts for Shiny Fashion, that I've gone two days without posting (or noticing that I hadn't posted! Oops!). That said, I'm really excited (still!) about blogging with Shiny, and I'm putting together a whole series of red carpet / holiday looks to suit all kinds of shapes, sizes and taste! :)I've also been trawling through celebrity

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161909367577263882006-10-26T23:51:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.776Z

Today was my first day as part of the blogging team at Shiny Media! I applied for a vacancy with the fabulous Shoewawa a few weeks ago, and although that role didn't come through (a missing blogger returned), I was offered a slightly different opportunity covering celebrity fashion for Shoewawa, The Bag Lady AND Catwalk Queen!!I am VERY excited about this opportunity - although I must admit that

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161905834050666832006-10-26T23:18:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.637Z

If you haven't gathered by now from my timestamps.. I'm a bit of a night owl. There's nothing like being awake, pottering about on various projects, while everyone around you is asleep. I love sitting by my window, watching the misty streets below; the yellow-orange streetlamps casting an eerie glow on the neighbourhood...Incidentally - and this only recently occurred to me - the 'man in the moon

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161816913766647662006-10-25T22:39:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.531Z

I saw this dress - entitled Butterfly, by Lulu Yang - way back in July, featured on the fab blog A Dress A Day, and it's one of those dresses that just stays with you.I always mean to wear more dresses, and want to - but despite it being The Year of the Dress, and despite having purchased several dresses this year, I always seem to end up wearing skirts and pants (yes, with tops!) instead.That

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161724573428146252006-10-24T20:48:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.403Z

Since getting engaged last April, I've found myself on low-level alert for all things wedding, even though I'm not going to be actively planning The Special Day until next year.When we got engaged, though, I went a bit wedding mad, buying every planning book in sight, and scouring websites for dresses, hairstyles, table settings and sundries. I've picked up lots of great ideas that will be

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161722826373246922006-10-24T20:16:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.266Z

As you have probably gathered, I do quite a lot of online shopping.. so I thought I would take this opportunity to share one of my favourites with you!I have long been a bit of a shoe-nut, but a few years ago I fell in love with socks. Target in Australia was one of my favourite haunts, with loads of cheap and cheerful quirky numbers that would grace my feet as soon as I got home. When Susie

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161720006765545662006-10-24T19:47:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.112Z

Mou - a brand favourite of Emma Watson, apparently - have recently teamed up with ASOS and are offering their range online. While their (now sold-out) sheepskin booties tickled my fancy, I couldn't help but shudder a little when I first saw these boots. Now - I'm all for leather goods - particularly when it's 'recycled' - and I even (gulp!) like Uggs for their warmth and utility. But, try as I

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161655324235328902006-10-24T01:58:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:12.001Z

I'm not entirely sure of what it was that drew me to this funky, disco-inspired clutch from ASOS. I like it's solid, constructed look.. I love the vibrant colour.. I love the easy-to-carry size.. and most of all, I love the price! I picked her up for £8 (less 15% discount) in the ASOS sale :)I loved it so much, that rather naughtily, I bought it in this irridescent turquoise AND bronze!

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161654834854029752006-10-24T01:24:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.860Z

My name is Erin, and I'm a shopaholic. I'm addicted to bargains.. and have a particular weakness for ASOS sales. With my additional 15% discount in hand, I bought a bushel of apples.. if a bushel of apples is that lovely pin-tuck jersey shirt in brown (and in black.. eek!) for £10 :)I love the shape of this top, and while I usually wouldn't go for a high-necked style, I thought that the shape was

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161653046593015732006-10-24T01:14:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.734Z

I absolutely love this ankle boot by Principles. I didn't really get the ankle boot craze when it started - and there are still a lot of horrible ones out there (ewewew to wearing ankle boots with bare legs and short skirts.. YUCK!) - but when worn with dark tights and a 60s-style outfit, I think they can look lovely! Particularly in suede.I particularly like the bow detail and pointed toe, but

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161566943401746082006-10-22T23:52:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.644Z

I've gone a little mad this week with my spending.. very naughty, I know, but there have been some lovely bargains to be had with all the early Winter sales going on!I haven't yet picked up the houndstooth coat from ASDA (it doesn't go on sale until tomorrow.. which I found out after driving 45 mins to my nearest one, grumble).. but I've managed to pick up some other bargains while I wait!

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161471407513424072006-10-21T22:30:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.511Z

I might've been mad buying these lovelies from Dune a few weeks ago. They're about a 5-inch heel, insanely difficult to walk in for a flats-loving girl like me.. but when I saw them, I just HAD to have them! It's sometimes difficult living so far from my friends and family in Oz, especially as I'm trying to plan my wedding, which will take place next July! I don't feel as if I can buy a wedding

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161466381358540772006-10-21T21:13:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.378Z

A few years ago, I spent a lot of my spare time knitting. It was a stressful period of my life, and I found the rhymthm of the clicking needles cathartic. I may only have gotten around to knitting scarves - which made excellent gifts for friends and family! - but I was devastated when I had to stop because of a wrist injury.My wrist is well on its way to being healed, and I have started to feel

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161465148638412112006-10-21T20:56:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.230Z

If you told me that I could have but one more pair of shoes before I die, I would choose these. These gorgeous shoes by Moschino are my ultimate dream shoe, and I live in hope of their being reduced in a sale to a more reasonable price.I love the houndstooth tweed. I love how the embroidered and crocheted roses set off the colouring so beautifully, and that they are perfectly off-set by the red

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161462858205813962006-10-21T20:04:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:11.080Z

Ok, so they're really called Camara, but wouldn't they make the perfect witch shoes ever?? If you're like me, and you like to dress up (I have been known to theme parties around a gown / outfit I love), then these shoes would be perfect. They're quite mary-jane-esque, with a nice sturdy heel and in lovely leather. Best of all, they're down to £29 from £70.. so even if you do just wear them for

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161455222180140092006-10-21T16:21:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:10.441Z

Oh, houndstooth, houndstooth, my kingdom for some houndstooth.Yes, I know it's lame of me, but I can't tell you how much I love this pattern. Perhaps it's my love of all things 30s & 40s; or a fixation on twee-ish, Blyton-esque things; who knows! All I know is that I want this coat, and I want it bad! The most fantastic thing about this coat, however, is not it's lovely tailored, nipped-in shape;

Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08822635071736694656noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35965209.post-1161447293353908182006-10-21T15:43:00.000Z2006-11-11T23:51:10.315Z

UK Fashionistas have been talking lately.. and it's in tones of surprise at the fabulous limited edition collections that have been cropping up at Marks and Spencer! Usually known for their dowdy, older-woman styles; they've been pulling out all the stops to capture a younger market, capped off with fun advertising campaigns featuring Erin O'Connor and Twiggy.One of my favourite things about

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Autumn is my favourite Season. I love the crispness of the air, the cool nights for snuggling, and the turning of the leaves. Spending a week driving through Ireland's mists, moors and gorgeous Autumnal colours has REALLY put me in the mood, so all my offerings today are going to be cosy ones :)These lovely grey leg / arm warmers from Matalan are something that I have in my own wardrobe. They're

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Well, given the amount of rain we've been seeing here in "sunny" Scotland (rain is Scottish sunshine, you see!) - I'd say that Autumn is well and truly underway!As an Aussie ex-pat, used to scorching Summers and mild Winters, I must say that I do feel the cold. As such, every time I see a cosy pair of slippers, my brain starts firing 'happy' signals, and I have to inflict some serious

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We're off to Ireland for a week, and I'm VERY excited! While my heritage is a bit of a mixed breed, there's a strong vein of Irish running from both sides of my family :) We're even going to visit a little town called Golden, about 55miles from Cork, from which my great-great-grandmother emigrated to Australia! Tres cool :)And so, I thought I would leave you with a picture of some traditional

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Before ballet flats became de rigueur, I was already in love with the style, and wore my plain black leather flats all over town. Unfortunately, Australian stores at the time didn't offer a great range of styles, so when I came to the UK - miles ahead in fashion, with flat shoes EVERYWHERE - I went a bit mad. Of course, by that stage, I'd discovered pointy flats, and my round-toed shoes were

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They say that you can never have too many ballet flats, and these pretty flats are the perfect excuse for indulging in another pair! While floral designs tend to be associated with Spring, the black velour sets off the embroidery nicely, giving the shoes a more Autumn-like feel. If you're looking to add to your collection of flats, you can pick up these lovelies for £45 from La Redoute.(I can't

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As an Aussie ex-pat, I'm all for things Green & Gold (ok, yellow.. snerk), but I can't help but feel that these Topshop offerings would be best reserved for post-match rugby parties! That said - £35 for a nice leather court shoe ain't bad - and they also come in a less garish combination of red and black or black and white. If you're looking for some nice low heels to funky up your work-day, then

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Some people dream in colour. Some dream in black and white. I like to think I dream in designer - but sadly this dream's nightmarish. These Prada platforms seriously remind me of some woven chairs my grandmother had back in the 80s. In fact, I think the platform portion of the shoe might BE their reincarnation! Still, if you think they merit their description as 'classic and distinctive shoes to

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I've always thought it peculiar that Autumn in the UK goes hand-in-hand with both suede and sudden downpours. Still, if you're willing to dice with danger (or have some great water-proofing spray handy), then you might like this suede and snakeskin offering from Strutt Couture. Sky-high? Check. Peep-toe? Check. Perfect for a glamourous Friday night on the town? Check! If you love these babies,

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To get things moving, I've decided to post a couple of 'test blogs' that I recently submitted to Shoewawa, in the hope that they might let me fill a blogging vacancy with them! It's one of my favourite sites, so my fingers are going to be permanently crossed until I hear back!The posts will be slightly more formal than the rest of my posting may be, but they're about some interesting shoes I've

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Given my dogged love of all things fashion, I've decided to start my own blogchronicling my adventures!My name is Erin, I'm an Aussie living in Scotland, and I'm a complete magpie when it comes to clothing, shoes, bags and jewellery. That is, if it sparkles, it's quite likely to make it into my nest ;) I love making jewellery, I have too many shoes, I'm vintage-obsessed, and I collect antique

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