Closet Consumption: Tuesday 25th December, 2012

Wearing:

• tunic from Marimekko
• leggings from H&M

Christmas Day!  Wanted to look cute and stay comfortable for all of those treats that I will be eating!  Yes, I am wearing elastic pants!

Purchases November 2012

I think that I failed a little this month in curbing my purchases...

I bought a new necklace from a local designer for $54 AUD.
I bought up in Marimekko in Sydney at the launch - a total of $805AUD.
I bought a dress for a costume party from the opshop for $12AUD.
I bought 4 new dresses from Marimekko for about $750USD.

I also bought 6 new pairs of shoes for a total of $150AUD and 3 new gym tights for $150.  Both purchases had huge markdowns on them.

Sigh, what a month... I think I need to scale back big time!

Closet Consumption: Monday 24th December, 2012

Wearing:

• jeans from the GAP
• singlet from H&M
• ballet flats from Dianna Ferrari

Was doing some last minute food shopping for Christmas eve.  I pretty much threw on what was floating around the house!
I love these GAP jeans!  Though I do need to mend them again, mostly because I didn't do a very good job in the first place.

Closet Consumption: Sunday 23rd December, 2012

Wearing:

• track pants from Country Road
• Singlet from H&M

Was chilling around the house today, was quite warm so wearing something pretty comfortable and light.  The track pants are 3/4 length and very light weight.

Closet Consumption: Saturday 22nd December, 2012

Wearing:

• Jeans from the GAP
• Singlet from H and M

Housework!!!!

Closet Consumption: Friday 21st December, 2012

Wearing:

• Striped marimekko tee
• Denim shorts
• Vans sneakers

Was running around doing Christmas chores!!

Closet Consumption: Thursday 20th December, 2012

Wearing:

• Dress by Marimekko
• Tights by urban outfitters
• Clogs handmade in Sweden

Unfortunately I lost a stone in my engagement ring today, crap!!

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 19th December, 2012

Wearing:

• striped dress by Marimekko
• cardigan from I'm not sure where, it's super old
• sandals from Dianna Ferrari, bought on sale for $18

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 18th December, 2012

Wearing:

• old dress by Marimekko
• blue tights from Urban Outfitters
• shoes bought on sale from Dianna Ferrari
• Necklace from Sobral - Brazil

I love this dress but it is starting to fade a bit.  Black fabric like this will always be a problem, but it's comfy and goes with so much!

Closet Consumption: Monday 10th December, 2012

Wearing:

• organic cotton dress by Marimekko
• clogs handmade by Ugglebo Sweden

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 11th December, 2012

Wearing:

• dress handmade by me!
• black Vans sneakers

I was moving artworks around today so needed something that was easy to move in!  This dress has served me well as I made it quite a few years ago and I practically live in it in the warmer weather.

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 12th December, 2012

Wearing:

• short sleeve dress by Marimekko
• sandals by Dianna Ferrari, bought on sale for $18AUD
• necklace by Marimekko

Closet Consumption: Thursday 13th December, 2012

Wearing:

• lightweight dress by Marimekko
• yellow clogs by Ugglebo, handmade in Sweden
• necklace by ELK - Australian made!

It has been so hot and sticky here in Melbourne, I had a few work meetings today and needed something cool but cute to wear!

Closet Consumption: Friday 14th December, 2012

Wearing:

• dress by Marimekko, bought on sale
• stockings from local drugstore
• flats by Dianna Ferrari bought on sale, $30AUD

pretty comfy little outfit for work!

Closet Consumption: weekend 15th & 16th December, 2012

Wearing:

• jeans by the GAP
• Marimekko t-shirt
• Vans sneakers

I've bundled the weekend together as I did chores around the house and basically wore the same thing...

Closet Consumption: Monday 17th December, 2012

Wearing:

• jersey dress by Marimekko
• stockings from local drugstore
• handmade clogs from Sweden.

I haven't worn this dress for a couple of weeks.  It is quite good for in between weather.

Closet Consumption: Sunday 9th November, 2012

Wearing:

• dress by Marimekko
• stockings from local drugstore
• handmade clogs from Sweden

Closet Consumption: Saturday 8th December, 2012

Wearing:

• denim short
• sandals
• singlet

This was my outfit when I hit the studio in the morning.  It was a top of about 38 degrees Celsius!

I then had a 50th Birthday party to go to and luckily the weather had really calmed down - I think it dropped about 15 degrees!  Woo hoo!

 For the party I wore:

• dress by Marimekko
• stockings from local drug store
• hand made shoes by local artisan
• Marimekko bag.

Closet Consumption: Friday 7th December, 2012

Wearing:

• denim shorts, not sure where I bought them from
• striped tee by Marimekko, purchased last year
• clogs, handmade in Sweden by Ugglebo
• necklace by local artisan.

I had the day off today and was running around doing a few errands.  This was comfortable and easy.

Closet Consumption: Thursday 6th December, 2012

Wearing:

• dress by Marimekko, purchased on sale recently
• cape by NIQUE, purchased Winter 2011
• stockings by local drugstore
• shoes, bought on sale at Dianna Ferrari for $30AUD.

Melbourne weather has been so up and down recently and I have been having so many meetings in the city or with artists or seeing new shows.  I have had to be quite 'dressed up' of late!

De-Cluttering the Closet - December 2012

I did do some de-cluttering.  Out went:

• 3 dresses
• 1 skirt
• 1 jacket
• 1 clutch purse

I sold them all on ebay for $108.84!  Yay!

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 5th December, 2012

Wearing:

• black and white dress by Marimekko, purchased on sale recently.
• stockings from local drugstore
• clogs, handmade by Swedish brand Ugglebo.
• Handbag by Furla, bought on sale for my wedding!

I adore this new dress.  There is something about it that makes me feel pretty awesome and it has received so many compliments.  It's a definite new favourite.

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 4th December, 2012

Wearing:

• long sleeve tee from Marimekko, purchased in 2009!
• jeans from the GAP

I was home sick today, I needed something comfortable but also something that would kind of cheer me up! The bunny on this tee-shirt always makes me smile.

I'm a big believer in wearing something special to make you feel better!

Closet Consumption: Monday 3rd December, 2012

Wearing:

• polka dot dress by Marimekko, purchased last week on sale for about $150.00
• stockings from local drugstore
• shoes, from Dianna Ferrari bought on sale for $30

This was one of my crazy Marimekko purchases that I made recently... that I probably shouldn't of!

Closet Consumption: Sunday 2nd December, 2012

Wearing:
my pjs - all day....

I was a little hung over from the party last night, I didn't leave the house and just chilled out.

Closet Consumption: Saturday 1st December, 2012

Wearing:

• Marimekko tunic
• leggings from the GAP
• Vans sneakers

I was running around in the morning doing some chores.  However I changed in the evening for a Mad Men themed Christmas party.

Wearing:

• shift dress from Target
• heels from Dianna Ferrari
• brooch, from my wedding, purchased in NYC
• Vintage handbag 
• vintage glasses from NYC.
• fur stole purchased in NYC.

I am always amazed at how I can put together a 'costume' at the drop of a hat!

Closet Consumption: Friday 30th November, 2012

Wearing:

• a dress that I sewed myself a couple of years ago.
• VANS sneakers

This is one of my favourite dress patterns and it is super comfy in the warmer weather.  It's 'casual Friday' at work so I've teamed it with dirty old VANS to stay comfortable.  Also, I'm having to move stuff today so there will be lots of running around!

Closet Consumption: Thursday 29th November, 2012

Wearing:

• sundress by Marimekko
• sandals by Dianna Ferrari, bought on sale for $18
• cardigan... that old I can't remember!!!

It hit 40 degrees Celsius today.  This sundress is great for the office but I do often wear a cardigan in the office with it to cover my tattoos for certain meetings.

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 28th November, 2012

Wearing:

• dress that I made from vintage fabric
• belt, from the GAP
• sandals from Dianna Ferrari, purchased recently on sale for $18

It's starting to get quite warm here in Melbourne, this dress is nice and cool to wear and these new sandals are soooo comfortable!

Op Shop purchase - November 2012

I have a Mad Men themed party to go to this weekend and I have been struggling with what I am going to wear.  While wasting time before my dentist appointment, I stuck my head in a neighbouring charity store and managed to find a formal style dress for $12 for the event.

The only alterations will be to remove the shoulder pads and raise the hem.
All in all, not bad for $12!  It has really saved me time in making something as well.

Purchases November 2012... another shopping spree!

I can't help myself... when ever I see the term 40% off at Marimekko I have to buy.

It is quite the addiction....

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 27th November, 2012

Wearing:

• striped Marimekko dress
• tights from local drugstore
• ballet flats from Dianna Ferrari, purchased for $30AUD on sale
• Marimekko rain poncho, purchased a couple of years ago.

The weather is crazy today!  Crazy rain and storms.  I grabbed my poncho this morning and I'm so glad that I did.

I adore a rain poncho, they are so useful when you are travelling and they keep your hands free, unlike an umbrella.  Rain ponchos rock!

Closet Consumption: Monday 26th November, 2012

Wearing: 

• blue trousers by the GAP, purchased in February 2012 for $50USD
• Black Vans sneakers, $45USD
• tank top from the GAP
• cardigan from Uniqlo

I was moving artworks at work today so needed something easy to move in.  I just realised though that pretty much everything I was wearing, I purchased in New York.  Most of my wardrobe is purchased over there...

I unfortunately didn't get a photo, I got distracted at the dentist!

Shopping, Shopping... November

We have been in Sydney for the launch of the flagship Marimekko store.  Naturally being a crazy Marimekkophile, I had to make some purchases while we were there.  Well actually, my husband bought me treats!  ha, ha!  However, these are my new additions to my closet.

Tunic - $299AUD
t-shirt $99 AUD
necklaces by 2 - $59AUD each
dress - $289AUD

Total $805AUD

Closet Consumption: Sunday 25th November, 2012

Wearing:

• leggings from the GAP
• striped tunic from Marimekko
• Vans sneakers

Was back in the studio today and needed something comfortable to wear.

Closet Consumption: Saturday 24th November, 2012

Wearing:

• striped dress by Marimekko, bought on sale
• old Vans Sneakers
• Prada sunglasses

It was pretty hot today and I was running errands.  This ensemble was cool to wear and very comfortable.  I've gotten very used to wearing this old Vans sneakers without laces!

Closet Consumption: Friday 23rd November, 2012

Wearing:

• Jeans by the GAP
• Singlet by H&M
• Old VANS sneakers

Was in the studio today, went to the gym in the morning...

Closet Consumption: Thursday 22nd November, 2012

Wearing:

• Dress by Marimekko
• Tights, local drugstore
• Shoes, Dianna Ferrari bought on sale $30

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 21st November, 2012

Wearing:

• Sundress by Marimekko, purchased on sale this year.
• yellow clogs by Ugglebo, hand made in Sweden.
• yellow Marimekko bag.

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 20th November, 2012

Wearing:

• striped Marimekko dress
• sandals by diana ferrari, purchased recently for $17.
• cardigan from a place I can't remember... it's so old!!!!

Closet Consumption: Monday 19th November, 2012

wearing:

• dress by Marimekko
• tights from Urban Outfitters
• shoes by Dianna Ferrari

Closet Consumption: Sunday 18th November, 2012

Wearing:

• leggings by H&M
• denim tunic by the GAP
• sneakers by VANS

Melbourne weather was a bit crazy today.  It could decide if it was cold or hot.  This outfit went from having a puffer vest on in the morning to sandals in the afternoon... weird.

Closet Consumption: Saturday 17th November, 2012

Wearing:

• jeans by the GAP
• t-shirt by Marimekko
• Vans sneakers

yup, usual weekend uniform!

Closet Consumption: Friday 16th November, 2012

Wearing:

• striped tunic by Marimekko $299AUD, purchased recently
• leggings by 2XU
• Vans sneakers

This seems to have become my Friday uniform.  Often it is casual dress in the office but this allows me to still look a bit funky!

Closet Consumption: Thursday 15th November, 2012

Wearing:

• a dress that is handmade by me, a few years ago
• stockings from Urban Outfitters
• handmade shoes by local bootmaker

I wear this dress so much, it still looks brand new!!!

Closet Consumption: Tuesday 13th November, 2012

Wearing:

• dress by Marimekko
• necklace, purchased recently at the Sydney Marimekko store launch!
• stockings from local drugstore
• shoes, Diana Ferrari

I normally don't wear these kinds of shoes anymore but I've injured my foot recently and needed something that I could slip on and off easily!

Accessory Purchase: November 2012

A little local shop that I love called Blackbird and Fox, always stocks lovely handmade or artisan pieces from Australian makers.  I spied this resin necklace and had to have it!  It's by local maker Keep Resin.

Total cost was $54AUD.  It's so bright and fun!!!!

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 14th November, 2012

Wearing:

• black dress by Marimekko, purchased in 2010
• cardigan by Marimekko, purchased last year
• stockings from Urban Outfitters
• clogs, handmade by Ugglebo in Sweden
• necklace by Melbourne artisan.

Closet Consumption: Monday 12th November, 2012

Wearing:

• striped Marimekko dress
• leggings from H&M
• black clocks from Ugglebo, hand made in Sweden.
• Necklace from ELK

Closet Consumption: Sunday 11th November, 2012

Wearing:

• summer dress by Marimekko, purchased a few years ago on sale
• cardigan that I've had for about 7 years!
• Vans sneakers

I did change into my Mexican inspired outfit for a themed party in the evening!

Saturday 10th November, 2012

Wearing:

• jeans from the GAP, mended recently by me!
• t-shirt, VANS, stolen from partners closet
• VANS sneakers, purchased several years ago, I don't even bother lacing them up now.

Went in to the studio today and then did some house work and gardening.

Closet Consumption: Friday 9th November, 2012

Wearing:

• leggings from H&M, cost me about $10 and are still going strong after several years!
• striped tunic from Marimekko, $299AUD
• VANS sneakers
• Jacket from NIQUE, purchased last winter

Closet Consumption: Thursday 8th November, 2012

Wearing:

• dress by Marimekko
• necklace by ELK
• tights from local drugstore
• shoes, handmade by local artisan
• bag, yellow one by Marimekko.

Closet Consumption: Wednesday 7th November, 2012

Wearing:

• tunic from Marimekko, purchased for $299AUD last week!
• leggings from H&M, purchased for $10USD in late 2009.
• clogs, handmade in Sweden from Ugglebo, $150USD.