What I Wore and Day 8 Jewellery Challenge

Well I am proud to say that over half of todays outfit is from the op shops.  I will start with the jeans which were actually bought for my husband. As part of his job he had a day planned up at Russell Falls stripping fish-very messy job to which he didn't want to wear his own clothes.  I stumbled across these Mavi's at Lifeline in the City and he managed to pour himself into them for the day - fortunately after a good wash they smell like new so I decided to do my own version of a ripped boyfriend jean.  The rips aren't that prominant at the moment but I know over time and with me playing with them I will get the desired effect.  In my opinion the boyfriend jean really needs to be worn with a heel, introducing my Ash boots which I love to bits - you can find them here, and did I mention they are so so comfy!
The jacket is from Sportsgirl which I picked up at the op shop last year still with the $140.00 price tag attached-it did have a few buttons missing so my dear mum took them all off and replaced them with simple black ones-I love the structure of this jacket and the military style.  Under the jacket I just wore my trusty Country Road singlet and Dotti long sleeve top-I could have actually done with more layers today, it was freezing!

Day 8 Jewellery Challenge

Today I wore my new gold slim choker (as above) I received as a gift - I think I love it even more than the silver one I have, you can find them here. 





I can tick quite a few off my jewellery list today after this effort, they are as follows:

• watch - kmart $19, it is nice and loose which I love and being a combo of both gold and silver I can wear it with all my jewellery
• closest to the watch is a diva bangle which has tiny elephants around it
• the link bracelet is a cheapie from the op shop
• next is another 30th bday present - solid gold I will wear this one forever - it layers so well
• last is a Lucy Folk Taco friendship bracelet - the gold taco shell really makes this - you can find her pieces here

How you can help me
When talking with some friends today we were discussing possible blog content, I was thinking of dedicating some posts to my strategy for op shopping and also where I shop exactly - as these are probably the most asked questions I get.  Also in the future I was thinking I could do a My Edit - pieces that I find and love and put them up for sale-I would also show how I would style them, I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW WHAT YOU ALL THINK - and if there is anything you would like me to write a post about please let me know!

Mel XX

PS Thank you so much beautiful Alinta for my pics today.

What Has Made me Smile Today!

So sorry for me being MIA the last couple of days - wish I had some fabulous excuse as to why but I am really not sure where the time has gone!  I will back tonight with What I Wore and JC 8 and also to put out there an idea I have had!  But for now here is a quickie with what has made me smile today!

Two lines in my gorgeous blogging book!

The egg has finally hatched!  I nearly gave up on this, P1 bought this from the Australian Geographic Shop nearly 2 weeks ago - instructions state it should hatch in 12-24 hrs - not sure what happened but I was so thrilled this morning when I noticed - yes it is the small things!!

See you tonight
Mel xx

Upcycled Necklace, Mint Loves & Midi Rings

Monday and Tuesday are my work days and as I wear corporate wardrobe I feel it is not the place to accessorise with costume jewellery so today was just plain studs day.  In keeping with my jewellery challenge I thought I would share with you a necklace I bought at the Sorell Market yesterday for $5 and the small change I made to it to turn it into a statement piece.  Let me know what you think!

Silly me forgot to take a before pic - the bib part has remained untouched but the neck tie was originally 2 strands of ugly beads on each side - I just removed those and used a silk belt to thread through each side which allows for it to be adjustable around the neck.

And this is how I think I will wear it once the weather warms up - this combination reminds me of something from Sass & Bide-do you agree?

In case you are wondering the feather wrap is one of my all time favourite pieces in my robe - it is from here I think I love it even more now than when I first bought it - thanks Terri!

Mint Loves

I posted here about my wonderful friend giving me a blogging book - well last week my local vinnies supplied me with a gorgeous home for it - very happy with the $4 spend.

As you can see I am embracing the mint trend with my nails also - this was another freebie from the oppie last week - admittedly not the best quality polish but a few coats and it comes up a treat.  I am also trying out the midi ring trend in this photo-you can see some of my inspiration here - after trying this out this afternoon I think I will have to agree with Jane - who posted a comment on pinterest "that would drive me crazy"

Added bonus this gorgeous Book Bag is a Fair Trade piece made in Bangladesh for The Dharma Door! 

See you tomorrow

Mel xx











Day 6 & 7 Jewellery Challenge & What I Wore 

Hi peeps, Day 6 JC saw me taking 4 children to the free Magic Show in the city-the kids loved it, it really was rabbit out of the hat magic, and all for free which is a bonus.
Yestersay I also did a trade with my BIL (brother in law), I took their 2 children and in return he did some photos for me.  The following photos will be the first post in a series of What I Wore - showing you in particular pieces I have met and liked from the op shops!!

Day 6 JC - Angi Mac chunky silver bracelet, you can find similar here beaded bracelet one of my latest op purchases/freebie actually!!

What I Wore: Tie-dyed singlet and Politix mens shirt both oppie purchases, Nobody Jeans purchased on sale from Sodium for a bargain $45, you could find similar here

Walnut shoes from Op Shop (were brand new - to be honest  I probably wouldn't buy otherwise!)  you can find different colours here or Bensimon do a great pair also here

Bag is another op purchase - it is large and slouchy and has lots of pockets/compartments - it is Louenhide Switch which you can buy here - considering the price I think the $4 I paid was a good buy and did I mention it was near new also!

Day 7 JC has seen me now separating my jewels in to 2 sections, what I have already worn and what is yet to be worn - to be honest I still gravitate to the what I have already worn side - anyway here are todays wears

Earrings a recent purchase from Lovisa, sterling silver bracelet a few years old now from Luxe and beaded bracelet a new piece for my bday from a gorgeous friend!

And that is bye from me for now - have a fabulous weekend!
PS  A big thank you to BIL for the photos - Have a look here at his wonderful gallery and very reasonable prices.

Day 4 & 5 Jewellery Challenge - Earthy & Pearls  13.06.2012

Day 4 JC was simple due to me being at work - funny enough as silly as it sounds, it was the little things like wearing my good jewellery that I was looking forward to going back to work for.  This is pretty much the only time I choose my good jewellery over my costume pieces.

My husband bought me this gorgeous leather and pearl necklace for my 30th - it will be one of those pieces I will wear forever - very timeless.  Just wore it with simple pearl studs.

Day 5 JC was a total contrast to yesterday - today was garden day - and all in the name of a challenge I picked my pieces accordingly - as a good friend suggested - earthy pieces!

Faux leather is a winner for the garden - easily wiped down if need be.  The large black cuff is a recent addition from a good friend for my bday, the others are cheapies from Cotton on sold in a pack of 3 for $2 Bargain!!!

I thought I would include a pic of the garden team in action - you will notice princess 2 sitting up the back on the letterbox - I did ask her to join us to which she replied she couldn't as she had blisters - I said go and change your shoes then, to which she told me she couldn't as those were the only ones that matched her outfit - oh goodness what have I created!!!!!!

I am so blessed to have such wonderful parents who drop everything to come and help me in the mammoth task of weeding and trimming back the bank!!!

See you tomorrow
Mel xx

Day 3 Jewellery Challenge - Simple Silver & Skulls  11.06.2012

Well after 2 days of it being all about the neck attire I changed it up today and my arm had a little party - as you can see I struggle to keep it to just one piece!

The back silver piece is an oldie but a goodie - it is a thin bangle with cubic zirconia's (I could tell you they are diamonds), the other silver bangle means alot to me - it was given to me last year by a good friend who had it engraved with always be true to yourself.  The skull bracelet is a favourite at the moment - I bought it recently from a gorgeous shop in Newtown called Stuff & Co - it is a secondhand store full of gorgeousness!  The turquoise and silver is another older piece from Angie Mac!

I just had to share with you this divine cushion I was given as a birthday present-as you can see I am really into skulls at the moment (this I think has horrified many friends!!!).  This cushion takes centre stage on our living room couch, this is an Etsy piece you can find herehttp://www.etsy.com/shop/beetrootshed

Hope you have all had a fabulous long weekend - yippee even a shorter week for me this week - will I be able to manage 1 day?????

Mel
xx

Day 2 Jewellery Challenge - Tribal & Gold 10.06.2012

I have certainly been very spoilt this weekend - out for lunch and dinner yesterday and then out for lunch again today to celebrate a friends 50th.  I decided on my favourite Tribal neckpiece and simple gold studs and bangles.

Twigge the maker of the necklace can be found here http://www.facebook.com/#!/twiggedesigns

I love these little Juicy Couture studs so much - simple but with a edge.  The bangles I found at a Salvos store.

I just had to share the amazing birthday cake for today with you - yes that is a bottle of Moet!  Made by the very clever http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Queen-of-Tarts/235605273162844

The beautiful lunch setup for today!

Hope you are all having a wonderful long weekend - I have well and truly eaten my way through the last two days.

Mel xx