Little European girl

Thanks guys for the all the positive comments on Kevin's Movember's efforts - I'll let you know how he goes at the end of the month - remember if you want to donate to him the details are in this post. On to today's post!

After seeing some bloggers rock the Dirndl I have been lusting after one myself. I love the folky details, and being part German it also appeals to have something fashionable and culturally relevant to me.
I discovered Bows & Bandits and have been drooling over their selection of authentic vintage Austrian dresses and trying to decided if I can afford to buy one (their prices are in Euros and the conversion rate makes it pretty pricey for me!). However before we get to that point I have to decide which dress I want to buy!


I'm leaning towards this brown and mustard number I love the little chain details, the zip up bust, and the wide panels of embroidery.


My second favorite is the blue green with pink embroidery.


My third choice is this blue and orange one - I love the colour combination. Although it looks like doesn't have as low a cut front as the rest, so you wouldn't get the shirt peeking out the front effect as much.


What do you think of the Dirndl? What your favorite?

It's Mo-tastic...

Tis the month of Movember and what's it all about in New Zealand? Well apart from being just about Men (with a capital M) growing some awesome moustaches:

"Movember is an annual, month-long celebration of the moustache, highlighting men’s health issues, specifically prostate cancer and depression in men." - Movember NZ website

According to the website 6 countries now participate in Movember - Australia, New Zealand, The US, Canada The UK, and Ireland.

So what is this post all about. Well I'd like to introduce you to someone..

This is Kevin my lovely boyfriend, and he looks so serious because he is contemplating the issues of Men's health which have special significance for him. You will also probably notice he has one hell of a mo going on - he titles it his "Stairface" (he is a lover of puns as well). He's growing this masterpiece for Movember and for donations - the causes raised for in New Zealand are the New Zealand Cancer Society and Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.

If you'd like to donate to Kevin and his marvelous mo go here to his Movember page (They accept most credit cards). Every little bit helps and it goes to two great causes highlighting some important issues for Men around the world.

It you want to know more about Movember around the world - just head over to the international website here and take a look.

Feminine menswear

I've been looking for a over sized men's' shirt for awhile, this is a new one as I hadn't had the time to go thrifting, but for the look I want I think I may have to try that instead. This is a size XL and still doesn't quite have the look I want (which makes me think how tight it's supposed to be on the men...). I just adore the paisley pattern on it and thought I would give it a go. I love the contrast of the men's' shirt with the feminine lace skirt and heels. I'm a bit late on this trend, but now I've tried it I have to admit I kind of love it.

Shirt - Cotton On
Skirt - Cotton On
Shoes - The Warehouse



It's getting to be a bit of an adjustment to wearing skirts this length with a bare leg after wearing tights all winter. They feel just that little bit too short without the coverage and the safety that tights and leggings give, but soon it will be too hot to wear them. Nothing I own would be considering scandalously short and I remember wearing them last summer with bare legs, but maybe I've just become a bit more modest this year? I'm pretty sure I can still get away with this length (although a little bit of the winter padding on the thighs has yet to come off - squats here we come).

While I love winter and fall fashion I am looking forward to being able to wear my summer dresses with bare legs, cute cardigans and sandals without having to rug up too much.

I'm in serious procrastination mode right now. Also my Jeffrey Campbells have been shipped and will be here soon I'm so excited!

Doing some tidying up

I've been tidying up some layout things, and finally got round to tidying up my links. So I've added some people and got rid of some dead links. If you'd like to swap links and be on my blog role drop me a line or leave a comment and I can add you.

That's all for now!

Interesting..I think not...

I have been tagged by the lovely Miss B to share 7 facts about myself. Whether or not these will be interesting we shall see, maybe I will try to be as random as possible...?

1. I don't drive. I only have my learner's permit. I don't have particular aversion, just have never gotten around to it. Although it's quite necessary for me to get my licence this summer.
2. I like bananas, but can't stand bananas in cooking, such as banana cake or banana smoothies. It's weird, I'll eat a banana but the flavor in something else is just wrong to me.
3. I have to have the volume on electronic things turned to even numbers, otherwise it's REALLY ANNOYING
4. I'm really bad at thinking up random facts about myself...
5. I only owned one pair of high heels until I was about 19 (bought when I was about 16 for my high school ball), and then I went a bit crazy....
6. Years of having to hide the fact I was wearing makeup from my mother actually means that now I'm really good at a natural look.
7. I'm not going to tag anyone specific for this - if you want to do it go ahead - let me know in the comments!

I know I cheated a bit, but I'm really tired at the moment sigh. Plus I'm not that interesting it turns out...haha

I'm a bad consumer

I went through a fairly stressful time recently and when I go through fairly stressful times I tend to shop. I tend to think that while it can be bad on the bank account and the environment, as far as being self destructive, it's not too bad. Usually I reward myself with something at the end of each year, and also buy myself a Christmas present, and a birthday present (since they happen round the same time). Well Christmas came early this year.

I have been lusting after the Jeffrey Campbell Potion buckle wedge boots after seeing them on many other blogger feet and finally have ordered them. Basically a knock off of the Chloe Sevigny for Open Ceremoy Boots, but at a fraction of the price, they are gorgeous and just what I have been looking for. When they'll arrived is a bit of a mystery, as I've preordered them as they intial run sold out everywhere. Hopefully soon though!

I know sometimes seems a bit ridiculous to get this excited about shoes, but with the hellish time I've been having sometimes it's the little things that make you smile.

Two post one day - aren't you lucky!

I think this is my favorite outfit photo ever. Not necessarily my favorite outfit ever (although I do like it), but I love how the photo turned out.



Outfit details
Tunic - Gift from Egypt
Belt - Thrifted vintage
Tights - Cotton On
Shoes - The Warehouse (they are a style called corset, how could i not get them)

I'm not entirely sure If I'm making some sort of cultural faux pas to wear this Egyptian shirt/tunic as a dress, but I love how it looks this way. The embroidery on it is amazing, and the cotton is so soft. This was just screaming to be worn with some leggings and heels.

Plus check out my new shoes



I have been looking for some lace up peep toes and when I found these I almost squealed!

Also I wanted to show you this


How cute is this eco bag? The text at the bottom says "Forever and Ever". Who new being ecofriendly could be romantic? Plus it was a donation to charity.If your in NZ and AUS you can get yours from Cotton ON for just $2 with any purchase.

I've been enjoying being able to take some time out, but also getting back into a bit of a routine. It's tough though trying to get back into a balance when I was going so hard before all my exams.
Can't believe it's not too far away from Christmas now - was just looking at the calendar. It's scary!