Army of me and housekeeping

It's not yet Spring but I'm already Spring cleaning. You may notice a few new additions to the layout of the blog, I've taken out the old and in with the new. Introducing my 'wish list', I aim to change this on a weekly basis, showcasing online shopping recommendations and links. Another feature will be 'beauty tip of the week', little tips to keep you gorgeous but not out of pocket. If you have any suggestions for what you would like to see in the blog, please comment below I would love your feedback : )
Melbourne Spring Fashion Week kicks off this week and I will be kicking my heels up at a couple of events, look forward to bringing you some feature posts later in the week.
And with a new season brings a new wardrobe. I purchased this outfit from Cotton On at the weekend for the bargain price of $25, add a couple of accessories and a great pair of killer heels and go!

Top: Cotton On $10

Trousers: Cotton On $25

Shoes: Prada

Belt: Polo Ralph Lauren

Bangles: Cotton On $2

Rings: Tiffany

Collingwood Children's Farm Day Out

Yesterday was my day off and the family braved the cold and visited Collingwood Children's Farm situated in the heart of Melbourne. We stopped off for some lunch first at the Convent Bakery, such a cool delicious joint, can't believe it has taken me so long to sample this little gem. Many tasty savory and sweet delights set in a rustic style bakery.
And to the farm; Spring is almost in the air and we were treated to the first of the Spring lambs. Absolutely gorgeous to see the delight on my son's face as he roamed freely with all the animals reciting all their noises. This is a perfect day out for any family, especially if you have a little one, they love it and you might just enjoy it too : )

The party post

 My sisters and moi

 My mum (lookin good for 75), sisters, brother and birthday sis on the end

The cake (almost never survived the 3 hour car journey to the party)

On Saturday night we celebrated my sister's 50th birthday. If you followed me last week you would know that I was baking a New York inspired cake and planning on rocking a cocktail Manhattan style outfit. 

My sister decked her house in New York prints, decorations and we even had a retro jukebox with a plethora of tunes (which I totally hogged and punched in a killer party mix). Everyone danced into the early hours and well got kinda messy but it was such a good night.

I wore my Tibi (New York) dress and yes these were the brightest tights I could find. Was in the chemist the other day and found this cute little facinator ($15) and of course the ring from Studio Leanne. 

Dress: Tibi

Tights: Myer

Ring: Studio Leanne

Shoes: Wittner

Bracelet: Kinki Gerlinki
Facinator: Lady Jane

Cocktail accessories

I have my sisters 50th this weekend, the theme is New York and a chance to get myself looking glam. On the coat tails of son's recent birthday cake I am in charge of cake duties, another creation coming your way!
Stumbled upon this ring while visiting the gorgeous lady Melbourne's blog. She posted an oversize heart ring which I loved and found this little gem at Studio Leanne's etsy store. Perfect for a cocktail party and I just know the dress it will go with.
Accessories sorted - tick, dress in the cleaners - tick, all I need now are the shoes and the brightest tights I can find...


Ring: Studio Leanne
Bracelet: Kinki Gerlinki
Earrings: Secrets

Spots n Crosses

My weekend started with a bang, quite literally. Two men were gunned down in Lygon St, Melbourne just around the corner from where I work and lunch on a regular basis, way too close to home and bloody scary. I've always felt safe in Melbourne and I know this was an isolated incident but still kind of rocks your core.

The remainder of the weekend I was glued to the tele watching a UK series 'Mary Queen of Shops'. In each episode, Mary Portas troubleshoots her way around the UK on a mission to help turn around struggling fashion boutiques. Mary is a leading retail communications expert and is the founder and creative director of Yellowdoor.

Her aim is to turn the businesses around and put the glamour and sex appeal back into shopping. It's completely addictive and compelling to watch. I'm already on to series 3 and series 4 has just aired in the UK. 

The weather was freezing, rainy and cold

It went from this...

to this

The weekend began with a very dark cloud but such is life, the sun came out and everything was bright again. I did get off my sofa on Sunday afternoon and this is what I wore.

Top: Cue Sample

Trousers: Cue sample

Shoes: Wittner

Tights: Levante

Cardie: Jay Jays

Scarf: Mimco

Well heeled

I love my heels, here is a little peak into my collection.

This week I have another party, my eldest sister is turning 50! Wow, how did that happen. I need to decide what to wear, the theme is New York, maybe my Tibi dress mmmm. One thing is for sure I'll be kicking up my heels.

Fluffy Fumper

Meet my fluffy fumper, aptly named after a wee slip of the tongue whiles slightly tipsy one night. My friend asked me what I was going to wear to a party or can't quite remember the exact details and I said quite proudly 'my fluffy fumper', mmmm maybe you had to be there but we laughed and laughed and it still makes me chortle. I love the feel of the jumper, it's so cosy and warm and kinda makes me feel like a little minx, hence my very posy pics, well wee bit a self indulgence never hurt anyone huh.

The brooch is from my best bud Fi, I wear it all the time and it gives any outfit that little something. And yes I know this bangle appears to have wedged itself on my wrist but I LOVE IT!

Fluffy Fumper: Karen Millen

Skirt: Red Dog 3

Brooch: Gift 

Bracelet: RG Madden

The right clothes

It's been cold and raining in Melbourne for the last couple of days, we had such a beautiful weekend so I'm not complaining. Winter is nearly behind us for another year, yeh! I've noticed that many people stay indoors in Melbourne when it rains or below 15 degrees. I'm from Glasgow and quite frankly if you didn't go out in the cold and rain you would never leave your house. Billy Connelly once said, "In Scotland, there is no such thing as bad weather - only the wrong clothes." Absabloodyluttely!

Today I wore my favorite trench, brolly and winter woollies and I'm took the plunge and heading outside.

Trench: Gap

Boots: Thrifted

Hat: Sportsgirl

Brolly: Gift

Scarf: Luce

Let them eat cake

It was my little boy's 2nd birthday at the weekend and we had a big party. Having never attempted a novelty children's cake I set myself a challenge to make the 'Jungle fever' cake from the infamous Woman's Weekly cookbook. To my delight it didn't turn to shit and was a great success and my little boy absolutely loved it, by the end of the day he looked like a wee hulk all covered in green icing!

I had intended to wear a whole jungle theme outfit but in the end I ran out of time to organise and opted for my black French Connection jumpsuit, mimco sash, Jay Jays cardie and pink higher than heels (totally impractical for a kids party but totally me). I did wear my barrel of monkeys necklace though.

The birthday boy wore his new Kickers (from Gran n Papa in Scotland), skinny jeans from Cotton On, T shirt from Munster and cardie from Minti. Good boys clothes are hard to find in a sea of combats and slogan tees but I find these brands think outside the box. I know I may be bias, but come on how cute does he look!

Much fun was had by all and thankfully I can put my apron up for another year. Phew!

Jungle fever

Thought I would go to work with a bit of animal today. Never tire of a leopard print. You may remember I bought this dress at Easter, it had a bunny in the pattern which seemed appropriate. Loving the new heels too, a stranger stopped me today to say, "They're the coolest shoes I have seen in a long time", always so good when someone takes the time to comment on something your wearing, gave me a little spring in my step; they are pretty awesome (I never use that word, only for special occasions!)

As mentioned in a previous post I am throwing a party for my son's birthday at the weekend with the theme of : The Jungle, thought I would get myself in the mood.

*The cake is taking shape and lookin no too bad for a first timer.

Dress: To the Max

Belt: Kookai

Tights: Leona Edminston

Shoes: Melissa

Bangle: RG Madden (This is becoming a favorite it is never off my wrist)
Monkey necklace: Gift

Sleekit goes shopping - Noosa

Holiday seems like a distant memory as I get back to the daily grind. However, I have a couple of new purchases to share with you from my travels.
Couldn't resist these Melissa heels, half price $70 (gold heel, sold!) and I picked this bag up for $30, I'm into yellow at the moment and loved the fringe detail too.
Found this top while cleaning out the wardrobe, bought it years ago, it's silk and kinda reminds me of Miu Miu I may just revive for Spring. Spring please hurry and make an appearance as I'm so over Winter...
I have a busy week ahead, my son is turning 2 and I'm throwing a party, have also committed to making a cake from the Woman's Weekly cookbook of delights, I hope it doesn't turn to shit! Wish me luck x