Summer Trend - Nude Nails

 Painting your nails nude this summer is an easy cost effective way to keep on trend.

To avoid looking washed out, add gold, black, cream and white to contrast.

 Remember nudes are dull colours add embellished or textured pieces to bring life to you fingertips..

 

Monogrammed Oroton diary , Revlon nude nail polish, Zen Designs bracelets, Forever New ring, vintage sunglasses Chanel purse spray.

 

  fresh linens and nude knits to add texture to your ensemble and compliment your pretty polish.

My take on the nude nail trend-

I'm also wearing a nude shade of lip-gloss (not that you can see too clearly) lol

The trick is to take the trend and make it your own - 

have fun!



Cleo !

Brielle and I in Cleo :)

It was a really nice article about mothers who took time off work to raise their kids.

Brielle is now at pre-school (and loving it)

and I'm back focusing on my career.

I no - shocking picture quality 

But at least its finally up lol !

Sandra

xoxo

Australian Style

Australian fashion reflects a vibrant, creative nation, rich in colour and fresh, exuberant style. The three main settings of Australian life—the bush, the cities and the beaches—and the country’s principally hot and dry climate have influenced who Australians are and therefore what they wear. Australian fashion labels are now sought after around the world.

Australia’s fashion industry has grown around the relaxed, casual demeanour of the people it designs for, as well as their love of outdoors living. But it also reflects the sophisticated, cosmopolitan and multicultural nature of Australian society. Most Australians are comfortable in T-shirts and foot thongs (flip-flops) one minute and appreciative of innovative high fashion the next. The bold colours of sunny Australian beaches and the starkly contrasting hues of the country’s central desert landscapes are captured in Australia’s fashion palette. And the rigours of the elements in which Australians live have often determined the choice of cloth used by designers. Colour and fabric have contributed greatly to an Australian sense of fashion, in cut and garment types.

Sydney City

The Harbour Bridge

Australian Bushland



Bondi Beach



Zimmermann Swim Collection 







 Vibrant Australian Fashions

How lucky are we to live in magnificent country !

Happy Australia Day !

xoxo

Sandra

Inspirational Quote of the day

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring."

Marilyn Monroe

Sunday in Sydney

I spent the morning with my family in Balmain enjoying the beautiful Sydney weather.

We stopped at Adriano's (Adriano Zumbo Patissier) to grab a quick take away breakfast.

I ordered the, blueberry and goats cheese tart and my partner had the capsicum and pesto quiche.

I couldn't resist grabbing a famous Adriano dessert masterpiece for Bella. A cookies and cream biscuit with chantilly creme and liquid dark chocolate center (for after breakfast of course!)

The food was amazing as usual. I love Adriano's unusual combinations and creativity with flavours. 

 I'm always intrigued by the macaroon cabinet. The flavours are so unusual !

Have you ever heard of - bloody Mary macaroons ?? or rosemary macaroons??

or

pancakes and maple syrup  macaroons?

That's right didn't think so.

 Its definitely worth checking out .. Just down the street is his cafe -also worth checking out. 

 His bitter sweet hot chocolate is amazing - as are the African spice & walnut sausage rolls!

I will definitely be re-creating the blueberry and goats cheese tart at home !

 :-)

(ill tell you how it goes, hopefully well !)

 lol 

PS. Adriano Zumbo is the pasty chef from the Master Chef Series* who created the famous V8 cake

- The line does get long and the store does run out from time to time - so its best to visit early,  

plus you'll get it fresh !

Anyway .. grabbed a morning coffee and strolled around the boutiques for a while whilst enjoying brekfast. Spent the rest of the morning lounging in the sun at the park and then took a trip to Manly. 

Sunday as it should be !



Sandra

xoxo

DOLCE&GABBANA WOMAN FASHION SHOW SUMMER 2011

This is amazing I love this collection. One of my absolute favourites.

The glamorous yet effortless hair and makeup, the dominance of white (my favourite colour) , the music ... The collection shows a more relaxed sensual kind of elegance.

A-maz-ing this will be my stylistic inspiration this summer.

D&G WOMAN FASHION SHOW SUMMER 2011

Proof that florals are in .....

Valerie Tolosa

Here's some photos from the Valerie Tolosa Event that was held at Hugo's Lounge in Sydney.

 

Valerie's collection "Tales of a Broken Promise".

Valerie’s love of vintage fashion stems from her grandmother, a tailor who taught Valerie to sew and pattern make.

Her vintage inspirations are evident in this collection - vintage and romantic without being sickly sweet.

 

Very cute high waisted minis

Girly but grown up, Valerie has diversified her range to include must-have everyday pieces.

 

This dress looked amazing on the runway.

 The movement in the garment was amazing - light and airy, almost goddess like.

 the contrast of the fabric textures work well and the soft tones compliment the overall design.

There's me !

LOL 

Love this - very Chanel

I would definitely wear it ! 

Black and white -

In my opinion, always the perfect combination.

 

Victoria and I both loved this dress !



 

Random photos of moi -

Victoria and I had the best seats! 

We were right at the end of the runway so we had a great view ,

and by the time the models made it to the end we had completely scoped out the designs. 

The models - After the show

 

Valerie and I after the show

 

 

 

So there you have it

Valeria Tolosa "Tales of a broken promise"

Make sure you check out the video from the event in my previous post  !

Sandra Stewart

xoxo

Valerie Tolosa Fashion Show

Heres the video for the Valerie Tolosa show - ''Tales of a broken promise''
In my next post ill show you my photos from the event - Enjoy :)

Rise and Shine

Perfect way to start the day !

Sandra

xoxo 

Indulge Magazine January Issue

January issue of Indulge Magazine out now !

Summer Style Success

by Sandra Stewart - Sydney Stylists

page 35

Don't forget to subscribe !

www.iluvthoseshoes.com

Big Thanks to

Tanya Epis Dorogi - Indulge's amazing fashion/beauty editor  

&

Daniel White 

Sydney Stylists

xoxox

Sydney Stylists - AICI Member

Sydney Stylists is now listed on the AICI - A highly prestigious international organisation of professional Image Consultants.

Sneak Peek - Alex Perry Boutique

For all you girls who haven't shopped at Alex Perry before - 

Here's a look into his Gorgeous Boutique in the Strand Arcade.

Alex Perry is undoubtedly one of Australia's most loved designers. His designs are synonymous with glamour and luxury.

At first glance, the Boutique doesn't disappoint, it reflects the label's extravagant yet refined elegance with a mixture of bold black walls, simplistic accents and lavish chandeliers . 

Once inside its easy to be overwhelmed by the rails of fabulous frocks.

Clean lines ,Clever drapery, fierce prints and decadent lace

- surely a design to delight even the pickiest of Perry Girls. 

      Above - Alex's 2010 ready to wear collection of gowns and cocktail dresses 

Are you a Perry Girl?

I am !

Finding the perfect combination of jewels to adorn your dress is easy.  
A luxurious accessories cabinet sits conveniently besides the dressing room. Inside it holds an array of bejeweled pieces worthy of accompanying your Alex Perry frock.

So there you have it ...

-A sneak peek into the Alex Perry Boutique-  

Sandra Stewart
xoxo 



Labels We Love - Alex Perry

Alex Perry is Australia’s most glamorous designer, by virtue of his magnificent gowns and sensational red carpet evening-wear. Perry knows how to make a woman look and feel glamorous, and after doing so for over 15 years, his brand has become synonymous with luxury, prestige and quality.

In 1992 Alex opened his first atelier, creating one-of-a-kind explosive gowns, jewelled corsets and masterfully tailored sheaths. The collection appeared in Vogue and instantly became his trademark signature in his very first editorial shoot.

Perry’s wonderful sense of occasion helped cultivate his impressive haute couture clientele including high profile celebrities, social identities and personalities both in Australia and abroad.

He’s a red carpet favourite with celebrities Jennifer Lopez, Nelly Furtado, Rihanna, Eva Longoria, Natalie Portman, Miranda Kerr, Elle Macpherson, Sarah Murdoch and Megan Gale.

Alex Perry has shown regularly at Australian Fashion Week since 1997. His shows attract a huge following and are often touted as ‘the most glamorous show of the week’.

‘Perry’ girls with couture aspirations can now purchase Alex Perry’s ready-to-wear gowns in his Sydney store at the Strand Arcade and selected David Jones boutiques at home and abroad.

His collections include special occasion pieces designed with dinner, cocktail parties, the races and red carpet moments in mind and feature familiar signatures of boned corsetry combined with raunchy and feminine silhouettes.

The glittering Alex Perry flagship store located within Sydney’s iconic Strand Arcade also showcases haute couture, red carpet and bridal collections.

In 2006, Perry debuted an accessories collection featuring stilettos, jewelled clutch handbags and bijoux earrings to compliment his evening and bridal wear collections.

Perry’s great sense of humour, quick wit and candid responses are made for television. Over the years, he’s evolved into an accomplished media personality and is frequently sought after for various appearances, including Australia’s Next Top Model (season four) on Foxtel.

Perry is also proud to represent Electrolux as their official Fashion Ambassador for the second year running. He’s always donated generously to charity and continues to support various organisations including AEIOU Kids with Autism, The Sydney Children’s Hospital, PEARLS and Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer.

Alex Perry continues to deliver high voltage glamour and dress glamorous women across the globe. To find out more about Alex Perry and his work, visit his website

www.alexperry.com.au