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FML: Forest Dream

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Between the past and the present

Wandering down ancient holy steps, the path is long and silent

I sway gently as if dancing to my own song, and feel the quiet tenderness of the forest

The meeting place – a carved stone

Under its hefty weight, a mystery lies safely hidden here

Unchanged by time’s flow

Maybe we can find the secret together

And stay ageless like this sacred bamboo forest

Dress: Vintage (Japan) | Sandals: Lulus | Rings: Whistles and Overseas (Australia and Korea)

If you have ever traveled to Japan and ventured to the culture capital of Kyoto, you will have no doubt fallen in love with its old world charm!

From temple hopping to the hustle of downtown shotengai life, the history of each place breathes an air of something bygone of what it might feel like to step back in time to where the geishas ruled the social scene and the heyday of merchants and commerce that is still well-preserved within the formal capital.

Kyoto’s cultural preservation is what gives the city a sense of mystery to every craftsmanship, spiritual power spot and natural creation. Though this dress is very European folk in embroidery, I couldn’t help feeling like the red and white was reminiscent of a shrine maiden’s robes as she wonders around finding the mystical in unexpected places.

Is there a special place you find magical or uplifting?

Until Next Time!

Xx

Siree

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FML: On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink!

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Shh DON’T TELL

I keep my secrets hidden from you

These words that hurt to hear

Words I etched half-heartly in the heated moment take form – a hurt that stains these pages

Set aside the burn to start again

 Turning these pages tangled with delicate string

Tie my happiness in neat little bows and tell me how to be better without you

 

Top: Bershka | Skirt: ASOS | Sunglasses: Soeurs.Co 

Yes I am fully aware that it is indeed a Tuesday today but how strict is the “On Wednesdays, we wear pink” rule exactly?

It’s one of my favourite quotes from Mean Girls that I can relate so well thinking about my high school years. From calling dibs on who wore what first to where you sat during lunch, you could form some sort of secret club through little acts of exclusivity – school politics were always quirky like that.

Self-titled “Drifter” in high school culture speak, I am thankful I have never experience anything like a “Burn Book” situation during the I guess “bratty drama” stage of awkward teenage life but I was no less immune to the dirty cruel game of cat-and-mouse we used to play to prove one another wrong. Once we battled our way to be on top, what did we gain from squashing the other down? Was the prize worth it?

No matter how much history we may have had together, the words we used cut through deeper than a sting. When nothing can be taken back, in times like these, we simply can do one thing: let one another go.

 

Do you remember your first big friend fight?

How do you solve conflict within your social circles?

 

Until Next Time!

Xx

Siree

 

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FML: Moonlight Stories

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Tell me A story

“Tell me the story
about how the moon loved the sun so much…

…that she died every night, just to let him breathe”

A twist on Hanako Ishii’s quote

She was the type to fall in love with the sun and everything that was beautifully unreachable.  She’s not bubbly like the sun, for life has brought too much sorrow.  A sensitive soul that experienced too much before it was ready,  her smile no longer reaches her eyes.

“Can you truly smile again after such sadness?” she asks, “can you light up the day like the sun?”

Headband: Kmart | Dress: IXIAH | Shoes: Aldo

I’m not a bubbly person.  I am complex, deep and sometimes withdrawn and because of this, I wouldn’t say I could be described as bubbly all the time.  Yes, I feel happiness, excitement and all those feelings, but overall I am more melancholic.

I think everyone feels these kind of insecurities every so often and as corny as it sounds, you just have to accept being you and focus on the positive things you can bring to someone’s life.  So instead of shining like the sun for everyone, I muster up whatever light I have and shine like the moon for the special people in my life, quietly in the background to light up their darkest hours.

And hopefully that is enough.

How do you confront your insecurities?

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FML: Woodland Picnic

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Top: Miss Patina | Shorts: H&M | Shoes: Jo Mercer | Cardigan: Urban Outfitters

Escape to the Woods

Take the path untaken, travel an unexpected journey. Feel the wind in your hair, the sun on your face…and have a picnic!

OK. I realise that may have been a somewhat abrupt anticlimax. But I’m running on lack of sleep.  While I am aware the weather is getting colder, an autumn picnic is the perfect date idea. Why? Well it’s still warm enough that you can dress cute, but it’s also just that right amount of chilly that warrants a cosy snuggle under a blanket without it being too cold.

For this look, I matched my gorgeous Railway Girl Top from Miss Patina, with my denim shorts to add an essence of femininity to my casual denim shorts. I paired this with my favourite sandals (don’t you just love the stitching on these shoes!?) and completed the look with an off-white cardigan with elbow patch details.

Anyway, enough about fashion, there’s food to be had! Mmmmmm

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Fashion Monthly Look: Retro Vibes

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Fashion Look | Retro Vibes - Top: Larmoni | Jeans: Forever 21 | Shoes: Wittner
Top: Larmoni | Jeans: Forever 21 | Shoes: Wittner

Fashion Look | Retro Vibes - Top: Larmoni | Jeans: Forever 21 | Shoes: WittnerFashion Look | Retro Vibes - Top: Larmoni | Jeans: Forever 21 | Shoes: Wittner

Retro Vibes

If there’s one fashion item I always, always get compliments on it’s this one.  No matter if it’s from people at work or randoms at a cafe.  I actually purchased this top quite a while ago, but I still love wearing it – and I still get the compliments.  Why you ask?

I think it has a lot to do with rockin’ your own personal style.  I guess Siree and I have always branded ourselves as “fashion” bloggers, but I believe the correct term is that we’re style bloggers.  We love to share our personal style with you guys, regardless of whether it’s the latest thing in fashion and we hope you guys enjoy it too.

The great thing about having your own style is that it never goes out of fashion. And at the same time we never have to be on top of the latest “fashion” or adopt trends we don’t like just for the sake of staying relevant and timely on our blog.

So yeah, I like the style thang.

Thanks to @tnerbblog for the photos

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Winter Things: Accessories Look Book

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Here, I’m focusing on some jewelry pieces I picked up recently and pieces I forgot at home in Sydney that I haven’t worn out and creating some go-to coordinate outfits for each.

Rosy Gold

I’m really enjoying rose gold tones and thought it would be nice to pair it with something casual to make it look sports lux with these cute overalls and fitted cropped top… and this oversized nude toned coat because it is cold AF here.

Boundless

From the mastermind of Vanessa Hong’s blog, The Haute Pursuit, these cuff from THPSHOP are chunky but will never weigh you down. This is my first purchase from a fashion blogger turned fashion entrepreneur venture and I really like the sleek and unique design of their jewelry range.  Though I don’t really have many sharp chic clothes, this all black pairing works well I feel.

Harness Play

Remember how body harnesses were like “a thing” back circa 2013? They made a few cameos last year during the Louis Vuitton Fall runway and have taunted my need to find one which was a fine play of trying to look daringly fashionably interesting and tasteful.

Though I’ve seen some pieces while online hunting, quality, and good design were always key and I found that the ones from designer Elif Domanic were great because they were designed within mind to be wearable for daily situations as well.

Until Next Time!

Xx

Siree