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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.

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Going purple

This stretchy ruffle dress is so comfortable and easily adaptable for winter or summer. I picked it up for $10 from a…

Summer

Fuchsia favourite

A colourful coat has high impact and is a terrific way to brighten up a dull winter. This fuchsia pink wool coat is not…

Summer

Check mate

This is one way of jazzing up a check shirt! A Big W bargain, this cotton check shirt has silver through it so I teamed…

Summer

Velvet smooth

It's great fun mixing different textures and velvet and fur are no exception. Cosy and rich for winter I was snug all…

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Bright shiny day

I rocked this shiny little number to church and back on Sunday. And it was very fitting given our awesome worship team…

Summer

Grooving through winter

This groovy little grey and black dress is sleeveless and can be worn in summer and winter. On trend with its panel of…

Summer

Feathers are flying

Birds are majestic in them and now we can look glamorous and gorgeous in them too! I'm talking about feathers. If…

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Going Ga-Ga for green

I just love this green! And the mixture of silk and sequins lights my fire at the moment. The lace trim detail is so…

Summer

Shop as prices drop

Now is the time to shop girls! There are true sales on everywhere and bargains to be found. At Diva I found a wall of…

Summer

The maxi

A maxi dress is a must! This vintage beauty came straight out of the 60s and from Mum's burgeoning collection. I wore…

Summer

Weekend luxe

On a cold dreary weekend I love slipping into my favourite jeans but still looking good for my boot-loving man! I…