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Fashion Blog

High fashion, low budget. Real outfits, honest bargains and trend-spotting from Melbourne — proof that looking fabulous doesn't have to cost a fortune.

· Dresses

Choked up over neck candy

When mum gave me this brooch for Christmas my first thought was, 'what on earth was she thinking!'. But my creative…

· Dresses

Parisian chic for $15

We are off to the 'outlaws' for Christmas dinner tonight and I've selected laid-back Parisian chic over dressing to the…

· Handbags

Party frock under $10

It's party time girls and now's your chance to dress up in some hot frocks and sizzle through the festive season. I…

· Heels

Romping around

Oh what a day! If only you could see me now while I'm writing this. I'm in my third and favourite outfit of the day -…

· Dresses

Test drive before you buy

This dress drove me bonkers today! It kept riding up at the bottom and pulling down at the front so I was constantly…

· Dresses

Spot on bargain

Today's outfit was spot on (pardon the pun) for such a hot day. Polka dots happen to be hot right now (again) and the…

· Dresses

Vintage maxi perfection

This is true vintage style. This floral maxi is straight out of the 70s and was handed down from my fashionista mum to…

· Boots

Vintage finds

From now on I'm going to call goodies from the op shop 'vintage'. It sounds much more polished, and you'll know exactly…