SPRING SERIES: 2012 Spring/Summer Trends PART 1

Pastels

There really is no denying that pastels are going to be HUGE this spring/summer. Even if you despise those sickening, sugary tones ... there's nothing you can do because seen all over the international runways at the Spring/Summer 2012 collections, this trend has trickled down to a large proportion of boutiques, high street and chain stores. Yes I know, since Australia's warmer seasons are a bit behind compared to the Northern Hemisphere, all you international readers are probably rolling your eyes and thinking 'oh god... not again with the pastels'. Seen at Mulberry, Louis Vuitton, Preen, Phillip Lim 3.1, House of Holland ...

My Picks

1. Whitney Eve Frilly Jumper Pastel Floral

2. Pour La Victoire Neala Suede Sandals

3. CO. by Cotton On Lace Collar Blouse

4. Nasty Gal Sugar High Blouse

5. Topshop Pastel Tie Dye Sunglasses

6. Essie Mint Candy Apple

7. Valentino Patent-Leather Bow Clutch

Neon

 

If you've spoilt your appetite indulging on sugary pastels, why not taste test the other extremity ... vivid and acidic neon! Completely contrary to the sorbet tones, these saturated explosions of colour are ... well not pleasing to everyone's tastebuds however you can always experiment with pops of neon. Try maybe painting your nails a bright tangerine or liven up a black outfit with a pair of strappy neon yellow sandals. Seen at Jason Wu, Peter Som, Nanette Lepore, Salvatore Ferragamo ...

My Picks

1. Jeffrey Campbell Foxy Shoes Neon pink/yellow

2. Christopher Kane Neon wool-blend crepe biker jacket

3.  J Brand Neon Blue

4. ANDM Clear to See Bag

5. Essie Poppy Razzi Bazzoka

6. Blackheart Jealous Type   

7. The Cambridge Satchel Company Upwardly Mobile Satchel in Neon Orange 15"

Picture Source

http://www.vogue.com.au/

http://atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com.au/

SPRING GIVEAWAY!!

To celebrate the arrival of spring and to thank my 400 followers on GFC and 100 on Bloglovin, I'm hosting my very first giveaway. One winner will be selected at random out of the comments in this post. This person will receive:

 

1. Colette Neon Piping Panel Lock Wallet

2. Maybelline Baby Lips Pink Glow.

Rules

To be eligible for this giveaway, follow on 1 or more out of the social networks below. Of course, I would love it if you follow on all three, but if you don't have an account on a social network ... not to worry, just follow on which is most convenient.

1. Follow on GFC (which is just my blog)

2. Follow on Bloglovin (HERE)

3. Follow on Twitter (HERE)

4. Comment below

after you have done so with a contact detail (if you have a blog, leave a link... if not, please leave an email)

 

Note: If you are already following me on all 3 networks prior to this giveaway, just comment below and you'll be automatically eligible.

This giveaway will last for 2 weeks (4th Sep - 18th Sep). Open to international participants. Winner will be announced through a blog post on Wednesday 19th September and contacted through email. GOOD LUCK!

GIVEAWAY CLOSED!!

MBFFS: Backstage

At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney, I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to go backstage ... twice. Since I applied for media, I had no idea what my seating was beforehand, so you can probably imagine my excitement when they told me I was 'Front row and Fabulous' for a day.
As you can probably see from the photos, backstage is pretty hectic. Everywhere you look there's artists, helpers, hair stylists, models, clothing, makeup, hairspray ...