Wednesday 19 March 2014

Dutchee Dutchee


Dutchee Dutchee is an awesome fashion-forward boutique in the heart of Cronulla. The charming store is located just up the street from the picturesque South Cronulla beach and often has a fantastic sale rack out front! The shop caters for women of all ages and stocks the latest styles and fashion trends.

Dutchee Dutchee is owned and run by four beautiful sisters and their gorgeous Mumma and is honestly one of my faves, not just in Cronulla, but in Sydney. Dutchee Dutchee stock all of my much loved labels including All about eve, Wish, Sass, Mink Pink, Bebe, The Shanti Butterfly, Adorne and many more.
Obviously I love this store and have spent much of my hard earned dollars here (I swear a third of my wardrobe is from Dutchee!) But what makes it so special is the service. Not only are these women stunningly attractive; they are super sweet, always smiling and very helpful with styling/accessorising tips and feedback on garments.

The girls have a serious eye for style and have their finger on the pulse of what's upcoming and fresh in the industry, so you can't go wrong! This store has never disappointed me and I highly recommend you check it out if you are ever in Cronulla! For a positively enjoyable retail experience go say hi to the girls of Dutchee Dutchee! I know where I’ll be getting my outfits for Coachella this year! 

Please visit Dutchee Dutchee in store or on facebook and instagram! p.s. they always have aweosme comps and give-aways on social media so get liking and following!! @dutcheedutchee 

SFJ x





Saturday 8 March 2014

MADE STATUS CLOTHING



 My boyfriend is a huge fan of the snap back and my love for them has grown over the past few years. If your currently in the market for one, Made Status Clothing have some of the best going around at the moment!

Made Status Clothing is an emerging street wear label self- funded and founded by Australian soldier Marty Cornish. The brand formed in 2011 and represents the dream chasers and the underdog who has prevailed and is destined for greatness. The brands motto “from nothing to something” encapsulates the energy and inspiration behind the label, the idea of conquering your own life, overcoming the negative and triumphing.

Made from the highest quality materials, Made Status Clothing’s collections comprise of cool urban street wear for both men and women and feature apparel including snap back, five panel and bucket hats, singlets, tees, shorts, chino’s and hoodies. The clothing represents street, skate, hustle and success and these guys aren't backing down anytime soon!

Some of my faves are the pioneer snap back, bread and butter and the classic hoodie!

Look out for the winter collection dropping at the Australian Tattoo Expo, Sydney this weekend 7th- 9th of March!

SHOP Made Status Clothing at:
@madestatusclothing

SFJ x



                


Friday 7 March 2014

Oscar & Frank


Oscar & Frank are two seriously stylish pooches who had a vision for sun-loving Aussies craving quality, global optic brands at their doorstep. In late 2013, these canny canines discovered a need for unique, custom designed eyewear in the Australian market. Along with bringing us super trendy, must-have sunglasses from all over the world, Oscar & Frank are often spotted schmoozing with celebs and lounging around the world’s hippest locations.

These bubbly bow-wows have sourced cool shades from brands such as Kuboraum from Germany, Greyant from the U.S and G-Sevenstars from Italy just to name a few; and aren’t slowing down anytime soon. Oscar & Frank is more than a brand, it’s a lifestyle. Just two down-to-earth dawgs who dared to dream and continue to sniff around, dig up and distribute the world's finest eyewear to our sun-drenched country.

I can’t wait to get my paws on a pair of these rad sunnies and maybe I’ll be lucky enough to get a cuddle from Oscar & Frank - the cutest hounds getting around Sydney! 

Check out the pop up store NOW OPEN at 256 Crown Street Darlinghurst, Sydney.
Hurry limited time only! WOOF! WOOF!

SFJ x
                         





Saturday 1 March 2014

ABBY EARL - Star of "A Place to Call Home"


I was lucky enough to recently interview the gorgeously elegant star of aussie television drama series “A Place to Call Home” Abby Earl; about her personal style, favourite designers and red carpet preparation. Abby plays the character of Anna Bligh, a fiery, brave and fun-loving family girl becoming a woman in the tumultuous time of outback Australia in the 1950’s.


You always seem to look so classy and flawless. What is your secret for everyday beauty?

How kind of you! But I certainly do not wake up every day feeling flawless! I think because I wear make up in my line of work, I really like to go full days, where I wear no make up at all. I think its important to give you skin a break, and it always feels wonderful after several days and nights in a row of wearing make up, to just feel all natural and bare.

Describe your everyday style? What is your staple, go-to outfit at the moment?

 I think I draw most of my personal fashion inspiration from classic looks such as Chanel, with her clean lines and simple yet classic colour palette. I also love to style of Audrey Hepburn, a nice high-waisted pant, fitted shirts, and sleek flats for the day, and then a beautiful strapless classic gown with long gloves, hair up, or a gown with a nice high neck. I think I really gravitate towards the most classic style, fashion that has endured over time, and I try to wear 'classy' looks, I will never opt for the mini skirt and crop top! I once worked with a stylist who loved the saying: style over skin, and I couldn't agree more.



Do you have a favourite designer or brand? What is it you love about them?

I try very hard to support Australian designers, because I think we do have some of the most creative designers here. At the moment I am absolutely obsessed with J'Aton Couture, by far my favourite! I just love the detail they put into each design, and the way their pieces really accentuate the feminine shape. 

Take me through the process of your 'red carpet event' preparation.

 Well it starts the night before! Plenty of water and a BIG meal for lots of energy, I am not into starving myself! I am proud of exactly the way I am, and I think we should embrace the away we look, not starve ourselves or change ourselves to looking like anybody else.
Also, lots of sleep the night before. I usually put a mask on the night before, SKII, and I always wash my hair the night before, and try to get 8hrs sleep. 
The day of, in the morning I usual start with some yoga because standing in heels all day and into the night, demands some physical prep! Then I’ll have a big breakfast and into hair and make up. My gorgeous friend Wizzy Molineaux whom is the head hair & make up artist on A Place to Call Home, usually does my hair and make up, so usually she will come to my house and we'll have champagne as she works! She knows my face and hair so well it usually takes her no more than 2 hours. Only at the very last minute do I put on my gown, because knowing me I will spill something on it!

                                                 

What/who did you wear to the ACTAA awards this year?

To the daytime awards luncheon I wore Trelise Cooper, who is a genius New Zealand designer and to the evening awards I wore Rachel Gilbert. I was styled by the beautiful stylist Jodie Susskind of Sweaty Betty. She really helped me chose gowns I would never normally put on, and she was absolutely right! So many people told me I was 'best dressed' and I have her to thank!

You look gorgeous on 'A Place to Call Home'. What is it like getting to wear all of those beautiful period costumes?

I am really lucky on that show because 99% of what I wear is made for me! Sometimes even the under wear! So it's always a treat to have something fit you so perfectly, and all the designs are inspired direct from 1953. If I'm not wearing 'a make' as we call them, I am usually in some stunning Chanel vintage dress, or Chanel vintage cardigan, which always makes me feel glamorous and helps get me into character.

                                                   

Get to know Abby/Anna more here at:


Look out for season 2 of “A Place to Call Home” on channel 7

SFJ x