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

Handbags

High-waisted shorts

I can't wait for summer! Unfortunately, we are not even halfway through winter. BC (before children) I was an avid snow…

Accessories

Belt up

I can't wait for summer! It's 13 degrees and raining frequently here and my extremely active boys are stuck inside on…

Summer

Stripes & neon

Stripes are everywhere and while I'm reluctant to do what everyone else is doing I was inspired to don this monochrome…

Dresses

Dresses with sleeves

Dresses with sleeves are firmly in the fashion spotlight, which is great news for anyone self conscious about their…

Summer

Winter fresh

White jeans inject fabulous freshness into a winter wardrobe. And I love my $30 Jay Jay's with this cobalt knit. I'm…

Accessories

Do the splits

Breathtakingly high side-splits are sashaying down the runway on skirts and dresses and they look hot, providing a…

Handbags

In-Vest in leather

I'm enjoying a love affair with vests at the moment! They completely transform a look and can be worn over different…