eBay win

I finally won something on eBay! After many last-minute losses, which made me very sad, I will soon be the proud owner of these loverly boots:

I saw boots very similar to these at Globalize at the end of Winter last year, just before I went overseas. The pyramid stud has been around for a while and getting a bit...old...shall we say, but there's something about it I just can't go past. I'm all about the leather and studs and like to think I look like a bad-ass rebel chick each time I step out of the house, so these boots are perfect for me.

Sweatin' hard for... leather

Anyone who knows me knows I'm a BIG fan of the leather jacket. In cold weather I wear mine practically every day. What I am currently on the hunt for is a pair of leather shorts and/or pants. Pant would be the practical option as Winter draws nearer, but fashion is never about practicality.

I am also a renowned tight ass when it comes to spending money (hence my op-shop addiction) so I'm on the look-out for something wonderful with a price tag that won't give me heart palpitations.

Rebecca Minkoff -  F/W 11/12

Love the tan leather and belted hem. Acne F/W 11/12

Inspiration:

 

And I was going to post a few examples of what I might buy, but Evil Twin is a one-stop leather-and-awesomeness shop. It's like everything in the current "The Night Is For Hunting" collection was made for me. Here is a sample of The Night Is For Hunting:

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Sweatin' hard for... the sheer skirt

This is touted as a summer trend overseas, but I think it's also perfect for Autumn. The sheer skirt looks amazing with heeled boots, military-style boots, woolen jumpers, loose tees, thigh-high socks, leather/aviator jackets, and basically any other current trend.

This is the Wrangler Hamilton sheer skirt from General Pants. A bit pricey at $109.95 but it has the most unique design I've found so far.

For a shorter variety I recommend this from American Apparel:

 At $42 it's a lot cheaper and comes in heaps of different colours. I've had a chance to wear it and it is super comfy. Just don't go buying the cheaper alternative from Supré, it doesn't fit well at all an the quality, well... you get what you pay for.

Overall, I'd say this sheer maxi from Bardot is my favourite. It's pleated and only comes in black, which are two definite selling points for me. At $89.95 it's a bit dear, but then again it is also an item you could wear right through to next summer.

Items to wear with a sheer skirt: jacket from Dom & Ruby / various shoes from The Shoe Shed / glasses from Ray Ban (vintage)
Featureing: Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen / Red skirt from Black Pyramid (vintage) / Chelsey of Mortuaire

Autumn

Autumn is my second favourite time of year. I confess, I'm a big fan of summer, but there's something magical about Autumn. The changing colours and unpredictable weather. Autumn is shy and cosy. Mostly, Autumn is about amazing fashion and outdoor adventures. Picnics with friends. Denim shorts and woolen jumpers. Beanies. Skirts and boots. I'm getting all geared up for Autumn and thought I'd post some season inspiration.

Photos 1/2/3 belong to me. 4/5 from Tumblr. 6/7/8/9 from the wonderful Knight Cat.

Adelaide

I love Adelaide. It's a very small place but always full of surprises. I've been noticing more and more quirky things around town. I think in the last few years Adelaide has learned to relax and have fun. Our citizens are dressing better and more creatively and we're (slowly) starting to shake off the conservative bitch reputation we often have.

I hope to start collecting more photos of the wonderful people and things I see around town. He are some for starters:

 The bathroom in the Exeter is always good for a laugh.

 They tried to make me go to rehab. I went to Adelaide instead.

 How adorable is this? Milk crate with pom-poms. Tinsel. Fairy lights. Retro yellow helmet. Love it.

Best Op Shops

I op-shop so frequently it's ridiculous. Now that I have no car, my shopping habits have been curbed, much to the delight of my worn out debit card!

Here is a list of my most frequented/best op shops (in no particular order):

Salvos on Broadway, Glenelg
I shop here quite often because I live close by and the range is amazing. There is always new stuff coming in and you can pick up some really good quality stuff. For instance, last time I was there I bought a perfectly fitting navy velvet dress for $15. Amazing!

Save The Children, Glenelg
Again, many a dime spent here as I live so close. They used to be a bit pricey ($15 for a daggy old top? No thanks.) But recently have had 50% off everything sale with no end in sight. And the ladies are always lovely and quick to give compliments.

Savers, Noarlunga
If you live in Adelaide and you haven't discovered Savers yet, you life is just not worth living. Seriously. It's basically a giant warehouse full of amazingness. It's full of mostly women's clothes arranged into style, size and colour (so handy). There's also shoes, LOTS of handbags, menswear, some furniture and bric-a-brac. As soon as you walk in the door grab one of the wheeled baskets - you'll fill it up in no time. Best of all, everything is mega cheap, better than Salvos prices. Win.

Salvos, Brighton Rd
This Salvos is pretty reliable though not as good as it used to be. That said, I've had some great finds here, such as the time the store was full of gypsy clothing. They've had a recent renovation and now stock a lot more than they used to, so it's worth checking out.

Goodwill, Hindley St
This store has been around for ages for a reason. The upstairs bit is always chock full of new and used clothing and some great jewelery. Downstairs is a retro/costume enthusiast's wet dream. So many bad dresses, so little money. And the 50c rack is always a winner.

Salvos, South Rd, Darlington
One of the best Salvos this side of the city. Always a winner for shoes, bags, dresses, everything. Prices are good and there's heaps to look at.

Salvos, South Road, Edwardstown
Similar to the Darlington one but bigger in size. This one can be a bit hit-and-miss but the sheer size means it's always worth a look.

Salvos, Whitmore Sq
Whitmore Sq is not the nicest of places to visit in Adelaide but the Salvos store there is worth risking you limbs/spare change.

Salvos, Magill Rd
Yep, Salvos again. There's so many of them I have no choice but to visit them all. I occasionally dropped in to this one to/from Uni and it was worth it every time. Because it's located in a more affluent area you get all the name brand/fantastic old lady stuff. Rich people have much more eclectic taste than my poorer, more conservative ladies of the south. Patterns, patterns and more patterns.

Anything on the main street in Hahndorf
Seriously. It's all so cheap and the ladies who run the stores are adorable, half-blind and often hidden behind mountains of clothing. It'll take a while to rummage through eveything but you'll come out with some absolute gems.

The one on the main street in Yankalilla
Ok, so I haven't visited this one in about five years, but what I remember was a dank, dark house full of clothing and random items, all ridiculously cheap. It would take days to get through each room and the old lady who runs the place might be dead before you finish rummaging. Only for the adventurous.

Anything in Norwood. 
Money, The Parade, old rich biddies. Need I say more?

And I think that's it for now. A long list, yes, but definitely not exhaustive.