Casual Saturday

I must admit, working on Saturday is a drainer, but keeping it comfy and casual gives it a positive vibe. There is no uniform at my work place, so I've decided to go casual smart on weekends. Typically this is my Saturday work OOTD:

White cable knit skivvy (Uniqlo) - check the link, it's currently on special, really warm and comfy fit

Tanned fitted blazer (H&M) - Bought this in Malaysia and love how it's so fitted to my petite body

Fitted super slim jeans - my favourite jeans are those I find in Vietnam, no alterations required, and this is one of them

Over-sized Coat - this is so "IN" this season, got this on my Taiwan trip at a random street wear shop for $50 AUD, it's my favourite find of the year, it certainly doesn't look and feel cheap.

Vintage black leather belt with gold hardware (Casual Corner) - I've been on the hunt for a good quality thrifty XS belt, and I found this on eBay last year for $20, unfortunately this label has gone bankrupt since 2005 :(  

Vintage Stevens Bag with gold hardware - Made in Australia with genuine leather. A family friend was clearing out her closet (she's in her 60s, hence she's got a lot of vintage stuff), and she gave me this along with other bags. The bag fits all my necessities and wears comfortably to one side; yes also my beloved item at the moment. I like my other bags very much but it weighs me down after carrying them over a long period of time.

Wedged Heels (Nine West​)

Pinstripe

Pinstripes are normally seen on men's suits, so I was pleasantly surprised to find a pair of pinstriped wide leg ankle length pants with a matching boxed top at a shop called Nosbyn while travelling in Vietnam.

Personally I find this outfit professional looking for work as the material gives it formality and the design was simple and comfortable, however others may disagree ...ie. family members of mine, when I got home from work they thought I was in my PJ's. lol

Top & Pants: Nosbny Boutique 

Shoes: Nine West Black Kitten Heels.

Asymmetric

N&M Pattern Printed Top | H&M Black Asymmetric Skirt | Nine West Zelexa Wedges

Another work OOTD. I tend to find a lot of clothing from overseas  as it fits me well and they always have my size (especially Asia, or USA cause only a minority is petite there). 

The brand N&M is based in Vietnam, their designs are very simple and great for the working environment hence I tend to visit every time I return. The top I'm wearing was about $15AUD, which is a little pricey when converted to VND, but again its a staple item in my wardrobe for those warmer days in Melbourne and I've warned it for the past 2 years. 

Turtleneck

H&M Black Boyfriend Blazer | H&M Black Cuffed Tapered Trousers | Mango Sleeveless Turtleneck Top | Nine West Zelexa Black Wedges | Tiffany Beaded Bracelet | Gold Love Bangle | "H" Brown leather belt

OOTD: my agenda at work is comfort and to me that's usually pants and shirt. On the random days when I don't want to pair my usual dress shirt tucked under my trousers I would pick out something like this sleeveless turtleneck top from my Mum's 90s' wardrobe to mix things up. To hide all my bonny parts I threw on this boyfriend blazer which makes it more work appropriate. 

TIP: Mix things up with old and new items, or ravage through your family's closets, your outfit may turn out okay. It's like going thrifting but in your own home. 

Flared

Saba White White Top | David Lawrence Midi Tight Flared Skirt | Nine West Zelexa Black Wedges | Ferragamo Belt | H&M Fitted Blazer

Office OOTD:
So I sit and stand all day at work (like most office people do), hence its never a good idea to flash myself therefore this A-line tight flared Midi Skirt will hide all inappropriateness. This midi is one of my favourite buys last winter as it fitted well, made with thick stretchy material making it easy to move in, and it's got minimal seams (seamless hemline). I didn't think I could find something I'd like at David Lawrence, I guess I was wrong, I only stepped into that shop because it had an extra further 40% off the sale prices, personally I thought this brand was designed for older more conservative ladies. This was a $44 item, the last time I checked they still had the sale and stock on their shelves at DFO Essendon. 

You can't see the details of the white top but its also designed with unfinished seam lines, sticking with the minimalistic theme I paired it with this skirt and added the black belt to tie it all together (my waist don't need to be more cinched, but that is the purpose of most belts).

Wedges are my favourite type of heels to wear all day as it gives me height and keeps me comfy. To finish off I would never leave the house without a jacket or scarf in Melbourne as our weather is very temperamental. 

Lacy Navy

Forever New Navy Lace Dress ($40) | Nine West Zelexa Wedge ($60) | Love Bracelet 

OOTD for work:

Forever New navy lace cap sleeve dress was a gift from Mum, seeing as it was only $40 she decided that I'd like it, I did say thanks, but told her not to get me anymore, because not everything she buys I'd wear. I must say cap sleeves aren't suitable for all body types especially those with broad shoulders ;)

These wedges were also gifts from my Mr. the good thing was they had these on special in my size (5)!! hehehehehe I chose them, he paid for them and I love them, so versatile and painless for long hours of standing and walking. All ladies in the office must have a good pair of wedges if you want to look feminine and at the same time withstand them all day. 

Mini to Midi

I have a soft spot for lace... but this mini lace dress, which mum bought for me from Vietnam ($10AUD) was too short.

TIP: have a short dress you want to wear but don't think its appropriate for any occasions or work? Don't make a fool of yourself and avoid exposing too much of your behind, just improvise, elongate the entire length with a midi skirt! Turn a "mini" into a "midi".

Where to buy this:

SKIRT --- thick white midi a-line polyester skirt, pleated with floral prints. Oh so feminine for only $15AUD, shipping was under $10 (maybe), sometimes they do free shipping promos - aliexpress.com... don't relate cheap to crap quality, because this skirt is of high quality, I dare say it's more durable then those fast fashion brands you see such as Zara, H&M, Forever New, Forever 21, etc...

Heels --- Nine West Women's Fanesa Pump (patent ivory synthetic). It was $50AUD with shipping from the amazon; though its got a mini heel beware the pointy toe and back of the shoe (due to constant rubbing while you walk) still hurts to wear over a long period of time. I bought two pairs in the same style, one in this colour the other in black, black was very comfortable to wear to work everyday it's now worn out. These are still looking new cause I can't stand in them for longer than an hour. Same cut but different fit. Online shopping doesn't always work out right?

White lace mini dress | Midi Skirt | Nine West Women's Fanesa Pump

DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT AFFILIATED TO ANY BRANDS, THIS IS MY PERSONAL OPINION AND EXPERIENCE

Simple Autumn OOTD

It's been a while since I've posted something and my new years resolution was to be more consistent with online postings, but its taken me till now to finally post something... so disappointed :( 

I work in a medical clinic so this is my work OOTD: thin wool turtle neck top & crinkled midi black skirt are from H&M, Nine West Fanesa patent pumps (comfy for work), Ferragamo patent belt, Return to Tiffany mini heart tag in sterling silver on bead bracelet, Cartier gold bracelet, Monet gold chain necklace

All Black

See through Top with singlet (mum made it) / Black Silk Tulip Skirt from Forever New / Belt from Cue / Applaud Patent Pumps from Nine West

Hi! How are you doing?

I don’t know why I wore all black yesterday, I liked all the different textures I had on. I wore this to work which seemed appropriate enough.

This top had been in my wardrobe for over 7 years since my Uni days, made with see through material, button cuffs, open stand up pleated collar and puffy shoulders (another of mum’s creation), the cotton singlet inside was a gift.

Silk black tulip skirt seemed right in this combo, and to finish it off I added the 70% off Cue Belt.

Enjoy the rest of your days… ladies and gents stay beautiful, healthy, wealthy and wise
xox take care :)

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with anything above, everything on my blog is my honest opinions, so I am not being paid or given free products to review or promote. My opinions are of personal experience and thoughts, so feel free to comment if you agree or disagree so I can also learn more from you.

Home Made Cut

 Mum made off shoulder lacey dress / Nine West Women's Ambitious Pump in Patent Black / Cue Belt

Hi! How are you doing?

Do you have a mum that tailors to your needs? Mine not only does, she also source out material and the latest fashion cut to make me items like above. The belt was from Cue 70% sales rack and of course another Nine West patent pumps (I love Nine West – they do great fit for small size foot and they are very comfortable).

Enjoy the rest of your days… ladies and gents stay beautiful, healthy, wealthy and wise
xox take care :)

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with anything above, everything on my blog is my honest opinions, so I am not being paid or given free products to review or promote. My opinions are of personal experience and thoughts, so feel free to comment if you agree or disagree so I can also learn more from you.

What Red Are You Wearing?

Song Nhac top / Froever 21 Red Pleated Skirt / Monet Necklace / Nine West Pumps / Salvatore Ferregamo

Hi! How are you doing?

In my culture Red represents “Luck”, so for this up coming Chinese Festive New Years season, I will try my best to go Red all through the New Year. Good Luck everyone in the Year of the Snake.

 

What Red are you wearing today?

Top: Song Nhac (bought in Vietnam for about $7) – fuschia-ish magenta-ish Peter Pan collar elastic lacy top

Skirt: Forever 21 Red knee length pleated skirt with elastic waist

Belt: Salvatore

Necklace: Monet thick chain gold plated lace

Bag: Black Vintage Leather Salvatore

Heels: Nine West Black semi matte, semi patent Mary Jane’s styled pumps

Enjoy the rest of your days… ladies and gents stay beautiful, healthy, wealthy and wise
xox take care :)

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with anything above, everything on my blog is my honest opinions, so I am not being paid or given free products to review or promote. My opinions are of personal experience and thoughts, so feel free to comment if you agree or disagree so I can also learn more from you.

Summer Spice

Decjuba Spice Maxi Dress / Nine West Sandals

Hi! How are you doing?

If you had a Grandma who loves gardening, your backyard fence would look like this lol, I have two living with me hence we have Banana looking leafs growing along our fences. These are actual leafs from an eatable root like Yam/Potato in my backyard.

Top: Decjuba Spice Maxi Dress (The Splice Maxi Dress is 100% silk with a polyester lining. Featuring an alternating colour and print panels at the front, the Decjuba Splice Maxi Dress has a scooped neckline, shoestring straps and an asymmetric hem to the back. It has a soft, light weight silk fabric, on trend summer look).

Sandals: Nine West Flats

Enjoy the rest of your days… ladies and gents stay beautiful, healthy, wealthy and wise
xox take care :)

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with anything above, everything on my blog is my honest opinions, so I am not being paid or given free products to review or promote. My opinions are of personal experience and thoughts, so feel free to comment if you agree or disagree so I can also learn more from you.