Theysken's Theory S/S 2012

I could not be more in love with the Theysken's Theory S/S 2012 collection. Shiny pants - check. Feminine military styling - check. Boots - check. Belts - check. Pumps with ankle straps.....we could do this all day.

Look at the pretty pictures:

New York Fashion Week begins

The bright colours and splashes of neon that saw us through the warmer months have been replaced with a bevy of autumnal tones, burgundy, teal, mustard, tan to bring us into Autumn/Winter. Showing at NYFW are the trends we have seen and are already beginning to see working their way into the stores, such as a continuation of Aztec inspired prints and heavy use of 70s styling.

Two designers which have caught my eye among the shows of fashion's big and small names alike, are Nonoo and Mara Hoffman, whose collections were shown on Saturday Feb. 11.

Nonoo's collection in particular appeals to my personal style and is by no means groundbreaking in terms of silhouette or design, but is very wearable and trans-seasonal.

Obvious things to note are that fur is back in a big way. As a vegetarian I don't believe in wearing fur, but there's nothing wrong with a cheeky faux fur vest or jacket. Also, anyone who knows me knows I'm a huge fan of capri pants and totally stoked to see them widely available. 

Images of the Nonoo and Mara Hoffman Fall 2012 RTW collections are via New York Magazine. 

Mara Hoffman's collection has a strong basis in Aztec design, including prints, jewelery and silhouettes. The hats, boots and longer hemlines are a nod to 70s styling and influence.

The festive season

Well, we've finished with the festive season which went really quickly for me this year. I hope you all had wonderful Christmases and New Year celebrations. I pretty much worked right up until Christmas Eve when I had the day off to bake and have dinner at Dad's with half the family. I was a very hot day, but I got lots of lovely pressies and ate awesome food as usual.

Enjoying a beer with Jane

Granma, Adam and Aunty Lisa.

Lisa and Ange opening gifts

Dad getting emotional about receiving a Thunderbirds clock. 

Our Godzilla tree topper.

Ange rocking her new Bardot jumpsuit.

Drinking wine from a toy gun.

There are always some odd photos when us girls get together.

On Christmas Day we visited Pete's family in the morning where I received my new bike from Pete. So happy! In the arvo we headed to my Mum's place to celebrate with the rest of the family to eat more delicious food and catch up with loved ones. 

My new wheels!

My lovely Nanna.

Oscar waiting for food, as always. 

My gorgeous cousin Grace loves to pull faces for the camera.

Super cute mint and floral ice cubes.

Jane with her novelty moustache.

Ange and Grace, wearing creepy novelty lips.

Jarrod and the 'stache.

Alice resting after a big day.

The creepy lips got around...

Present time. 

Dave's epic trifle which he makes every year. There's nothing better!

Pete looking handsome in his Christmas hat. 

 For New Year's Eve, Pete and I headed to a Hat Party hosted by our good friend. I chose a cute mini sun hat from Dangerfield and Pete went the budget/more creative option and made his from aluminium foil. It was a good night filled with many drinks, silly conversations and great people. I spent today doing absolutely nothing. After I woke at 11.30, Pete and I spent the day in our air conditioned lounge room watching Modern Family. In the evening I went to the beach with some dear friends, ate fruit and cheese, went swimming then watched the sun set at Glenelg with big bowls of frozen yoghurt. Hello 2012.

I feel bad for the lack of focus on Pete. This is what happens when you forget to make adjustments, you look incredibly selfish. Oops. 

Pete's ready to party.