Category: shoes

Black Heels with mesh

Why are we women so obsessed with shoes?  We all have different reasons for loving our footwear and why not:

  1. they add glamour
  2. change our style without being right in other people faces
  3. give us height
  4. look pretty
  5. add a special something to a somewhat unexciting outfit and the list goes on and on

This particular style of shoe looks hot!  The exposed ankle boot with stiletto heel is incredible sexy.  Just be mindful that ankle boot styles make the legs appear shorter and if you don’t have long legs they can appear stumpy to choose carefully when pairing with your outfit.

Unzip your inner style…XO

 

Ainslee hall of fame edited

The final product! Ainslee all done up at the awards night that we styled her for. Her minimalistic accessories really allow for the dress to shine. And shine it does! Ainslee originally had her heart set on a headpiece to go with this outfit, but we thought that would offset the glamour of the dress. We instead decided to go with a side sweeping fringe to keep the look elegant and simple. We really think it worked and Ainslee couldn’t have been happier with the end result.

Unzip your inner style…XO

rock chic look

This look is a personal fave at vonFaulkner!!  So so so hot.  Loving the rock chic style with feminine fabric flowing.  It’s a look that is different from the norm but don’t be a sheep!!  Be interesting, get people noticing.  The rock chic look is so easy cause we all have a denim or leather jacket, and if you don’t go to vintage or second hand store and buy one.   Wear it with a flowing dress, long or short.  Add military boots and you’ve mastered the rock chic with style.

The Grace Kelly clothing exhibit held at the Bendigo Gallery in Victoria a few years ago was an incredible experience.  The range of styles Grace Kelly adopted went far beyond what the media showed us.  A fave from the exhibit was her black wool trench style coat worn on a boat the eve of her marriage to Prince Rainier.  A coat we would wear in a heart beat today. And then as the years progressed she turned to African and Indian styles wearing turbans and saree style outfits.  This woman knew how to dress for her age, how to flatter her shape, how to be beautiful.  And she is remembered for it.

Unzip your inner style…XO

Large tote and scarf

We know what that little inner voice is saying, “It’s Sunday!!!  Can’t I just wear my PJs or tracksuit all day”??  The answer to that is absolutely not, to both.  Sunday is meant to be your day off (sorry to all shift workers, and to anyone really who has to work Sundays) and yes you are meant to relax but you also try to get out and shop, do lunch, afternoon drinks etc.  You can be casual but still stylish.  And the biggest tip is your accessories.  Simple jeans and nice T will work well (and be comfy) but pair it with killer sunnies, awesome bag, bohemian style earrings, and we’re talking about a different look altogether.  And when it comes to footwear, heels will help complete the look, especially for lunch or afternoon drinks, but go comfy style, so again may we repeat the brand “Paul Green”.  We have his black pumps, nude pumps and grey suede ankle boots, all platform, all look amazing, all super comfy.  Dare you to try running after the bus in them, you’ll make it!!  They are that good.  You’ll look and feel so much better, which at the end of the day is our mission!

Unzip your inner style…XO

gold Alexander McQueen dress

We love this quote by Alexander McQueen simply because it tells us how powerful clothes and styling can be!!  To actually instill fear into others with the garment worn on your back is incredible.  There is no feeling like walking into a room knowing that you are shit scared of how full on your outfit is but wanting to do it anyway simply cause you know the outfit frickin rocks!! All you need is the confidence to carry it off.  That means looking people in the eye, walking up to the bar instead of hiding in the crowd, walking alone along the public street to the event/interview/occasion etc.  Do it once and you’ll never think twice again.  You’re not being rude, not being suggestive, not being inappropriate, not hurting others feelings…. you’re being stylish and making others notice it.  And they will notice!!  It’s a power that will make you feel amazing. Every woman must feel this power. But warning…it’s addictive.

Unzip your inner style…XO

black leather_yellow bag”

Day wear can be the hardest thing to decide on cause we need it the most.  We have our special going out clothes, our sleepwear, our underwear, our winter coat etc etc.  But the day wear goes on and on and on……. How do we keep stylish, keep our look up to date, not go to much effort, just throw it on and most of all NOT be bored with our own clothes??  Simple tips:

  • leather jacket plus denim jeans, or reverse leather pants and denim jacket.  All you need is T shirt and cool bag (either bright coloured or vintage style brown/tan leather)
  • black always looks good but make sure the pieces are good quality or at least good cut! Pair with bright colours such as hot pink, lime green, fluoro yellow
  • interesting footwear always adds appeal to basic jeans/pants.  Military boots adds rock chic appeal.  If you want heels go for Paul Green pumps/boots etc.  Soooooo comfy and will last you all day!!  Will set you back approx $400/pair but if you wear all the time the cost per wear reduces to being cheap as!!  You won’t regret this purchase.
  • cool T-shirts always work.  Go for vintage black and white prints, gold emblems, simple quotes on basic white T are the top choices.  Avoid pale colours if you have pale skin.  Never works well.
  • never wear material that balls (but if its your fave, gently shave it with your razor to remove the lint)
  • easy long jacket is the best all rounder.  Light weight, denim like material, interesting colour such as khaki green, cobalt blue, grey etc.  Hangs easy over the ass, not tight, cut well, interesting cuffs/buttons, great collar!!
  • long tops over skinny jeans/leggings etc.  Tops with wide bat sleeves are perfect with these style of pants.  Add with flats/boots/runners.  Can’t fail and comfy!!(also great for those of us who want to conceal our bigger waists yet look slim)

Unzip your inner style…XO