I’m always a sucker for recycled styles. Especially when the designer takes one article of clothing and makes it in to something totally new and unexpected, like this Supayana reconstructed top. These shirts are made out of men’s dress shirts, dyed by Supayana, and resigned to fit your size. Check it:
I love the sweet flutter sleeves, and the way Supayana has reincorporated the original sleeves into the collar of the shirt. This top has an appeal that is edgy, avant garde, and feminine all at the same time. I can’t wait to see more from this new designer. Available for …read more

By Guest Blogger Teresa Louise Johnson
The high fashion world is your playground, if you want it to be. The romantic in you, who also likes some ruffles to cover up her extra bits, won’t be able to resist the Colette Jacket & Bell Tolls Top by Nanette Lepore. The top portion of the outfit is the perfect example of how designer looks can work for moms, even the jacket alone with a belt and tee or tank underneath and jeans would work for a stylish but flattering look. The asymmetrical detail at the back adds that extra pizzazz wardrobe weary …read more

When I was a little girl, I had oodles of ribbons for making hair bows. My mom made me keep them organized by length in Mason jars. I had bows in my hair, on my clothes, and bows on the toes of my shoes. As a teenager I shunned anything bow-like, and prefered not to be reminded of my girlish past, but as an adult, I am again crazy for them.
These days, however, I need the little girl cuteness of bow-adorned clothing to be balanced out with sophisticated silhouettes and modern sensibilities. I am not, after all, trying to relive …read more

By now, the weather has either just about killed you because the temperatures haven’t fallen below 90 degrees in two months our you’re wishing for the temperature to rise above 70 degrees so you can wear those summer clothes that we keep talking about.
If you’re in the first group, I feel your pain. While my thermometer currently reads 102, I am sitting at computer wishing for a frozen margarita and a pool to magically appear. I’m doing this while wearing the #1 summer essential for those of you that endure the summer heat from May to September, a sleeveless top.
At …read more

Delicate lines of smocking, plenty of plaid in blue and white, and sleeveless for layering with cardis and long-sleeved button-downs (as well as over bikinis): I think we have a winner! I’ve been drooling over Missphit’s plaid all season long, and every time they add a new piece, I’m adding it to my shopping cart within minutes.
What do I like so much about this particular piece? It has a nice long appearance, but it’s not technically tunic-like, so you get the best of both worlds. Plus, all you need to do is throw on some red for an awesome …read more

There will be moments wherein you’ll feel like wearing something bold and artistic to make a statement of whatever mood you’re in. Let Bethany Joy help you.
Another one of the Australian Indie labels I came across, Bethany Joy is a celebration of beauty, artistic vision, luxury, and femininity. And they cater to women who adore the feeling of silk against their skin, stunning design details, and flattering cuts.
It’s actually a great break from the usual contemporary designs. Bethany Joy reminds me of the romance you often feel with period films. It certainly has that vintage feel.
Bethany Joy has a new …read more

It’s not just the women who are enjoying the Indie Fashion scene here in Australia, it’s the men, too. Esp the blokes who are into bold, vintage prints like the ones seen in the designs of Yoshi Jones.
Contemporary cotton fabric and vintage kimono fabric sourced from Japan are used to make these shirts and other apparel being sold in the Store. Shirt prices range from AUD $99 – $125.
The Yoshi Jones store is at 134 King St, Newtown (near the intersection of King St & Missendon Rd). If I’m guessing it right, this is in Sydney. Feel free to correct …read more

Here’s more of Australia’s Indie Fashion Scene. Now, we’re off to Sydney to check out KISU Design with Mylinh heading the team of designers under the label.
Browsing through designs that are heavily influenced by East meeting West, I had a hard time choosing just one so I ended up picking out four (4) favourites of the lot. Mind you, the decision wasn’t easy.

KISU Red Leaves Dress
You’ll notice how Japanese accents are prominent in the designs. I love this Red Leaves Dress most.
Red Leaves Dress, $99.

KISU Red Rose Dress
I’m currently obsessing about floral prints and patterns. I like the prairie …read more

I’ve always been inspired by vintage fashion. Though, my personal style leans more towards the contemporary and mod, I’m slowly incorporating certain pieces that will allow me to branch out into a look that more close to vintage.
I’ve always loved silks and I find sequins fascinating so wouldn’t this top be an interesting addition to create a Vintage look?
Amazing vintage top covered in sequins. 100% Silk. White with sequins in shades of white, blue and light green. Zips up the back. Perfect for an evening out.
Era is around mid to late 1970s.
Femminastyle Vintage Silk & …read more

The hardcore street chick in me re-surfaces sometimes and I find my style leaning towards graphic prints and casual street fashion.
Discovering Duvnic Industries’ Griffin Wrap definitely gave me a new alternative to the usual shirt or tee and jeans look. I like the idea that the wrap will help define and emphasize whatever shape you may have; flattering the more shapely wearer, of course.
This Duvnic piece can actually be a good top to mix, layer and match to create an interesting urban street look.
Any of you folks into the whole urban street style? Have you any of you …read more