Traditional front on shot of my fabulous new dress from Gorman. I am a big Gorman lover, maybe even the biggest! It's definitely my favourite label to shop and style from and I think Lisa Gorman is an absolute gem in the Australian fashion industry with her passion for environmental design without creating hemp sacks. Her whimsical collections and lookbooks are eagerly devoured by me every season, and I always look forward to her runway shows. As soon as I saw this dress in store (and sitting on the sale rack no less) I knew I had to have it. I think I bought it for $230 (ummm I told Henry it was $70 shhhh) which is such a bargain for such a classic piece with a twist. Today I'm wearing it with:
Black floppy hat: I finally found one on ebay $45
Chain Necklace: Fun Accessories $39.95 Love the changing colours on the chain.
Black backpack: Fun Accessories $29.95 from their one off collection, where you can find unique sample pieces for a bargain!
Leggings: Kinji Harajuku $9
Khaki Clogs: Wittner $149.95 I am still loving these babies to death!
Here is a side shot so you can see just how awesome my outfit is.
Another normal front on shot. This time my 1st buy from the ASOS Curve collection. I'm obsessed with "mullet" dresses at the moment (short at the front long at the back) and had been stalking this dress online for ages till it went on sale. Its a little too big in the bust (newsflash: not all curvy girls are busty !) its also baggy in the waist as well so I need to wear a belt with it no matter what, but for $25 on sale plus postage you can't complain. I'm wearing it with:
Black Floppy hat: as above
White cross necklace: A gift from the crazy Mimi and Peppi of More to Love from Finland who were at the YFF conference in NYC. Its by the winner of Finish Project Runway who is friends with the girls.
Belt: Tokyo $40
Bangle: Elke Kramer, gift.
Black bag with silver zips: Fun Accessories $29.95 The perfect sized bag, exactly what I've been looking for on my twitter for weeks!
Black Wedges: Nu+Nan $89.95 My best purchase ever, so mad about these booties.
Back shot. I love the cut out detailing near the neckline and how the dress becomes a maxi from the back.
So there you go, I showed you my least favourite angles and it wasn't so bad. What do you think of my new looks? Love em or hate em let me know xoxo
I love that criss cross detail on the back of the ASOS dress!
ReplyDeleteYou looks so pretty in all the photos. Love the Gorman dress! Its so flattering on you.
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Great detailing at the back on look two (and hope you have sunscreen on missy or that's gonna leave a weird tan), although my fave look is number one, I'm a sucker for Gorman too and all that black & khaki is SUPERB x
ReplyDeleteI love that dress with the peekaboo detail on the back! you look gorgeous hayley!
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I love mullet dresses too, they make your legs look great. I think if more Aussie labels had wider shoe sizes I'd buy up a storm. I did just buy an oversized clutch from ASOS though, too scared to buy a dress in case the sizing is wrong.
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wear sunscreen with the asos dress!
ReplyDeleteThe detail on the back of that second dress is gorgeous! If it were mine, there's a 100% chance it would cause interesting sunburn on me every time I wore it. But it's such a lovely detail it would probably be worth it.
ReplyDeleteNow I regret not buying this dress on Asos too, it looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing! I totally love this outfit!!
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I really like the print and detailing on the back of the ASOS dress...and the Nu + Nan booties!
ReplyDeleteWow great outfits! definitely don't be afraid to take different angle picks. The back of the asos dress is such an awesome surprise!
ReplyDeleteWow great outfits! definitely don't be afraid to take different angle picks. The back of the asos dress is such an awesome surprise!
ReplyDeleteGood gravy, I'm SWOONING over those clogs!
ReplyDeleteBoth of the looks are fantastic! I always love how you are styled head to toe. The Gorman dress is beautiful, and it looks like it has a very interesting back as well. I'm also loving that backpack. I've never used one like that, but it has me thinking that I may need to change my ways!
ReplyDeleteI lovvvvve that Gorman dress. Seeing this post has now made me decide I need olive green in my wardrobe, somewhere.
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Both looks are gorgeous! I'm glad to added different angles because although I knew I liked the clogs, I didn't know HOW cool they were until I saw the rest of how they are put together from behind. Thanks for opening up and trying something new :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE the ASOS dress - it really really suits you!
ReplyDeleteWoohoo 360 fashion! Haha. Cool. I love the last dress, and I agree, "mullet-dresses" are awesome. Haha. Reminds me of kind of a Comme Des Garcons/Limi Feu/Yohji Yamamoto type cut, which is awesome.
ReplyDeleteThese looks are GREAT on you. I've been considering doing my own "fashion" blog with outfit posts, and with a guys take on Japanese street fashion. You look great!
Love these looks Hayley! xxxxx
ReplyDeleteYou look beautiful in both of those, that Gorman dress is something you can always wear, such a classic peice. I wish I could accessorise as well as you do.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the othe angles Hayley you look great in both outfits. The ASOS is divine. How do you manage with such a small bag?
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the othe angles Hayley you look great in both outfits. The ASOS is divine. How do you manage with such a small bag?
ReplyDeletei imagine this with a denim vest, black leather sandals and a skiiny scarf. if you have all three please try it and let mw know if it works. love you Hayley
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The mullet asos dress is beautiful. Love the back.
ReplyDeleteGreat outfits! but what i really want to know is how you found a belt that fits you in Tokyo. I had zero luck shopping there. Share with me oh great one.
ReplyDeleteYou've just given me an idea on how to wear the Wittner Clogs! I won a pair a month or so back, but have no idea how to wear 'em!
ReplyDelete<3 Hayley!
ReplyDeleteAnd Finnish design ;)
I love the back of that asos dress!
ReplyDeleteI adore your choice of accesories - especially the oversized hat and necklace. It really gives that 'mullet' (haha) dress a new lease of life! x
ReplyDeleteHave you seen the knock off sportsgirl has made of the belt you're wearing here with the asos dress? So very blatant, have to wonder if they got the inspiration from your blog.
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