My Style in 5 – TAG

With far fewer pieces coming into my wardrobe this year, I’ve spent quite a bit of time thinking about my personal style, and wardrobe in general. While that is another story for another day (soon – I promise!), I thought I’d kick off the weekend with this quick video; my style in 5.

1. Who are your style icons?
The absolute classic style icon for me is hands down Audrey Hepburn. There wasn’t a moment that she didn’t look chic, and her outfits truly seemed to have stood the test of time given many of the pieces she regularly wore are now considered ‘wardrobe classics’. I also really admire Harper’s Bazaar Style Director Joanna Hillman, and Moda Operandi Creative Director Taylor Tomasi Hill; there’s a sheer effortless to their outfits, and they introduce colour and print in a way I only wish I was bold enough to do. As a complete slave to neutral shades, I’ll be the first to admit that only Taylor could make this girl want to purchase a neon green sequin skirt (and three years later, I’m still trying to track that Proenza Schouler skirt down!). The other style icons which for me represent that effortless yet minimal approach to dressing would be the French editors Emmanuelle Alt and Carine Roitfeld.

2. What is your best style advice or tip?
Always make an effort; it’s better to be overdressed than underdressed, but make sure you walk out the door feeling comfortable and confident in what you’re wearing. A bold lip will always lift an otherwise simple outfit. And never underestimate the power of a good pair of shoes.

3. What was your style like as a teen?
I’m probably not alone in saying that I cringe a little when I look back at old photos of myself (although I definitely think this is more focused around the ages of 11-12… the braids with beads at the ends didn’t help!). For the most part, it was a lot of very fitted tank tops with bootcut jeans and skinny jeans, worn with a fabric belt from Supre. I also was incredibly fond of mini mini skirts worn with a printed t-shirt, always worn bare legged, even in the middle of winter…

4. What type of outfit do you wear the most?
I tend to go for really simple silhouettes; more often than not you’ll find me in a pair of slim fit trousers with a loose fitting top, an a-line skirt with a billowy blouse tucked in, or a fitted skirt worn with an oversized jumper.

5.Who is your favourite designer?
My two absolute favourite designers are Karen Walker and Nic Briand/Susien Chong from Lover. I’ve been purchasing at least a piece a season from both labels since the age of 16 (scary to think it’s been over 10 years!), and I feel like they are both brands which have continued to evolve and grow along with me. Since moving to Australia, I’ve also become completely smitten with Ellery and Maticevski, the latter of which is definitely a designer I would love to add into my wardrobe. At the more unattainable end of the scale, I’m a huge fan of Celine – mostly for the accessories – Chloe, and Proenza Schouler.