Sezane Autumn Collection Top Picks (2022)

Spending my Sunday night doing a quick little spot of window shopping. As usual, I’ve landed on the Sezane website, and there is so much good stuff. At this point, you’ll be well aware of my shopping strategy.  Browse now, shop later. The whole idea being that I give myself some time to mull over new purchases. So, what five pieces from Sezane’s new autumn collection would I immediately consider adding to cart? Sezane Bree Jumper | A cousin to the Leontine, I was immediately drawn to this sweater. I love that despite being a solid colour piece – in…

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Instantly find your style with the three word method

I don’t think I’m alone in feeling like my style tastes have changed dramatically over the past few years. The pandemic, having two children, and just generally spending a lot more time at home has shifted the way I look at what I wear. In some ways it felt like I was beginning part of my personal style journey from scratch. Finding your feet is the tricky part, and it’s here that tools that instantly help you refine and define can make a world of difference. Exactly why I appreciate NY-based stylist Allison Bornstein’s approach to personal style so much.…

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The art of waiting

The biggest thing I’ve taken away from all my years of shopping pre-loved has been patience. Especially for more obscure items. The timing has to be just right. You need to be actively seeking out said item, at the same time someone is choosing to list it (on any number of re-sale sites), and crossing fingers that the price the seller is asking is in line with what you’re willing to spend. At this point I’ve lost count of the number of times the stars have aligned, only to lose out as I can’t wrap my head around the asking…

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Travel Capsule Wardrobe for a Wellington Winter

Suitcase full of clothes but nothing to wear. This used to be a common conundrum for me as a teen travelling to Australia during school holidays to visit my dad. I hadn’t mastered the art of packing, or mapping out any kind of capsule wardrobe. So I’d pick items without any thought, figuring something was bound to work.  It was when I discovered the capsule wardrobe method that I started to think more strategically about packing. Priding myself on being able to limit my travel wardrobe (and beauty necessities) to a carry-on only. An enduring trait I’ve tried to keep…

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Uniqlo Review 2022: Try On and Wear & Tear Updates

My latest brand review on my YouTube channel is centred all around one of my affordable favourites for basics; Uniqlo. I’ve been shopping there for over a decade now, and over that time, figured out what I think is worth spending on, and which items I feel you can get better value for money elsewhere. It’s a mix of first impressions on the make, cut and quality of new styles, as well as reviews of the items which have held a longstanding spot in my closet. Hopefully, you’ll find these insights useful, for the next time you’re shopping there. I’ll…

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