and now for something different

It's always great to have an item of clothing that's a little unusual, a little different that everybody else's. And so here's my top five favourite unusual clothing items for this week.

Spanish Cloud Jacket, Limedrop

I adore almost everything Limedrop does really. Their fun twist on basics are actually fun, and their upcoming Spring/Summer range looks to be no different, with gorgeous screenprint singlets and bright, floaty dresses I'm defiantly adding them to my (increasingly long) 'want' list.

Comic Book-inspired Fascinator, Janine Basil (Etsy)

Or really, just anything from Janine's store, they're all pretty amazing.

Bunny Stripe Beanie/Scarf/Gloves, Fairground

I love the home-made quality of the whole range of these animal-theme winter wear from Fairground. It's so cheerful and cute.

Cut-Out Boot, L'Wren Scott (via Barneys NY)

Yes, they are ridiculous expensive, and yes, I know I'll never be able to afford them. But a girl can dream. Also available in a still-unaffordable ankle boot form.

Hersheys Reese's Dress, Fashion Rocks (via Market Publique)

Okay, so it's bright orange and you'd probably crave chocolate the entire time you were wearing it. But still, you have to admit, it would be eye-catching.

zara is coming to Australia!

Or to Sydney anyway, which means they'll probably have a store in Adelaide when I'm like fifty. Oh well.






See more at Zara's website.


(via The Vine)

little red riding hood

California Fleece Cape, American Apparel

Winter's here, and so it's time to find a good covering for the journey to and from my house to uni classes. And ever since I saw this cape in the window of the Rundle st American Apparel I've been in love with it. I love red clothing, I love capes, I love things with hoods. But at $105, it's a little out of my price rage, so I've been scouting around for some cheaper options.

Woollen Cape, eBay

from Kate Sylvester's 2007 Wolf Winter Collection

Handmade Red Riding Hood Cape, Lovers Dovers

Mystery T-Shirts

I love getting mail, especially when that mail is clothes (despite what it does to my bank balance), and like most people I love the anticipation of gifts. So you can imagine how happy I was when I found the Hipstery, and website that sends you a mystery t-shirt for about $20. Their t-shirts come from a miltitude of different sites and their website is full of quirky humor. There, there bank account, it's worth it.





Truly, Madly, Deeply 'I'm Not With Stupid' tee found on Urban Outfitters

store: Supermarket Sarah

There is a wondrous place, where all your dreams can come true. Although Supermarket Sarah might not be exactly that place, it is pretty close. Featuring a collage-type wall of products which regularly changes to display more of the fabulous finds, Sara showcases vintage pieces as well as up-and-coming designers.

Sadly, some of the stuff it a little* out of my price range, but it's still wonderful to look at.

L-R: Rainbow Cape**, Dazed Dorothy Clutch, Red Party Dress, Electric Fish Disc Hat, Bauhaus Blouse

Some of it is reasonably affordable (and a great way to get something interesting for your wardrobe/house/good friend***).

L-R: Circus Animals Necklace, Upcycled Frisbee, Moustache Mugs, Average Rosettes, 80s Bikini, Red Heart Print

And some of it is just wonderful. The sort of thing that, when I see it, I feel happier knowing that something like it exists in the world.

L-R: Champagne Lamp, Vintage Wooden Toy Counter****, Paddy Field Hat, Tiny Tin Animals, Sweet Corn Jar, Garden Creatures.

Of course, you guys know me. If I visit a site enough to have done a whole blog post on it, I would have bought something from it. Because it was too amazing to not get one, I bought an Attitude Toy Gun.


How cute is it? With it's little face. I think they've only got two left of the toy guns (they're all different too).


ALSO I should point out that, if you live in London, Supermarket Sarah is currently doing an exhibit, so go on down and have a look.


*And by "a little" I of course mean "maybe if I win a lottery or two/rob a bank/don't buy anything else for a year I will be able to afford these".
**I am in love with this. This is how capes should be - the colours, the fringe-tassel-things, the badges, I love all of it.
***Like maybe for their birthday. On October 19th. Hint hint.
****I had one of these when I was little!

shoes glorious shoes

Sorry for the lack of posting as of late. I've recently moved, and I am also sadly without a proper camera (I've borrow my parents but apparently normal batteries aren't good enough for it to actually turn on).

HOWEVER I have still been endlessly browsing blogs*, where I came across these absolutely lovely shoes on The Clothes Horse:


They are so, so lovely. They remind me of summer and picnics.

I've been towering over my domain in some similar shoes today. I bought them on eBay, mainly because I loved the thought of owning wooden shoes.


They are made of (solid) wood and amazingness. Plus, they are actually quite comfortable to wear. And they make me a good inch or two taller, which is awesome.


*yes, it is time for me to be doing assignments again.

excitement

The Adelaide Fashion Collective website has gone live!

It's being run by the fabulous Selena (of the Dear Selena blog), and it's so exciting being a part of it (here I am in the contributors section!).


ALSO: This skirt, I want it.

Ouch, my wallet

Although internet shopping can unearth some terrific bargains, it can also be as dangerous as walking into Review (I love everything in there, even the mannequins with their incredibly tiny waists).

Yesterday, while avoiding my uni work (or "taking a break", as I like to put it), I came across this site. Les Queues de Sardines* has the most amazing tights ever made. EVER.








Despite trying to do my best to not to spend all my money (and despite the fact that the only online ordering places were in French), I did give in and buy one pair of the rain-cloud tights. I hope you're happy internet.



*Which roughly translates to "tails of Sardines", in case you were wondering.