Tag Archive for 'Australia'

Holy Calamity!

I was reading Frankie magazine yesterday and I spotted Holy Calamity! from Western Australia. Their eclectic, adorable charm necklaces are such darlings. As seen as the picture above, it’s like reliving your childhood ‘playing teatime’ days - wearing your heart around your neck.

I like the pink sneaker charms as well - in all honesty, it’s not hard to make these necklaces. With the right tools and charms, you can easily D-I-Y this (for the frugal fashionista!). Then again, do you have the time?

This is the steel ‘pearl’ necklace. This could easily go with any outfit due to its versatility. What do you think?

(Photos: Moose)

Blog Shop: Bamboo Stereo

Have you blog-shop before? I certainly have! It’s amazing how it has become such a phenomenon in the recent years - it’s a cheaper alternative to eBay (without the insertion fee, and commission) and an easy peasy way of updating your own shop (without the hassle of managing your own domain). Here’s an idea: I’m going to feature some of my favourite blog shops and key pieces that you should kill for:

If you love vintage-hunting on eBay or avant-garde looks, try Bamboo Stereo for a change. This hidden gem is started by three bamboo junkies from Australia: Tats, Yee and Chelle who love treasure-hunting and share their ‘Powerfashion’ with the world. Well, I’ve to say I’m pretty impressed by their skills and of course, their eye for style. Thanks to Cryst where I discovered this. And, you’ll see what I mean:

I love I love I love. Doesn’t the girl on the left reminds you of Lulu from EverybodyIsUgly? I love the whole look of it - do you know it’s a old skool purple polka dot dress? The bamboo junkies will show you how versatile the clothings are. Plus, that vintage oversized multicolour dress is such a cutie! Sold, unfortunately.

Lookin’ sophisticated in this vintage navy blue and yellow pleated dress with marble motif? This dress is still available for grabs at AUD$40. This vintage black and white tent dress which is uber-cool! I had my eyes on this but it has been reserved, dammit. I like how kooky she looks in the dress, man - I want oversized glasses too!

Floral is the hottest thing this summer. You can look absolutely hippie in this green/multicolour maxi dress or boho-cool in grandma dress with denim vest. Nice pairing.

These are their latest pieces. Somehow, I kinda dig the black and grey checkered shirt. Hmm, must hunt for this somewhere in Singapore (since it has been reserved!). Or get playful in vintage Mister Fred mint cotton dress - I like the flap across the chest. Makes it very different.

I’m surprise this vintage white and blue nautical dress is still available - it would be a bidding war on eBay. If you dig stripes or have sailor-fantasies, you better grab it fast! The other grey dress has an interesting detailing on the back. You know what else is charming? You’ll listen to Apples in Stereo while blog-shopping here - great music, awesome shopping.

(Photos: Bamboo Stereo)

Featuring: Rittenhouse

Rittenhouse: Autumn/Winter 07

Rittenhouse: Autumn/Winter 07 (Photos: Rittenhouse)

My first impression about Rittenhouse is “oh, pretty basic”. I was fooled. The Australian-based high end casual label has a strong signature of “quiet detailing” that intrigues me. You’ll notice a “twisted seam here, secret pockets there- it is fast becoming the sort after label for ‘understated’ street dressing”. Its combination with “sophisticated graphics, beautiful fabrics and a strong focus on quality Australian manufacturing” is reflected in their unique aesthetics.

Rittenhouse: Autumn/Winter 07

Rittenhouse: Autumn/Winter 07 (Photos: Rittenhouse)

Currently, the label is not available in Singapore or Malaysia. But, you can get it in various parts of Australia, Tokyo, Shanghai and even Jakarta. Otherwise, you can purchase online from NewDandyism.

One Teaspoon of Style

One Teaspoon

One Teaspoon is an Aussie label that designs sexy, girlie, laidback clothes with “street chic appeal” by self-taught 21-yr old designer Jamie Blakely in her bedroom! Six years later, One Teaspoon is a one of the hottest brands in Australia and has gained international success. I discovered the brand while shopping in surf shops in Hamilton, NZ. I absolutely love their range of clothes! They’re perfect for the ssunny Singapore weather.

One Teaspoon

Trend Central says that “Designer Jamie Walsham (now Blakely) draws on influences from the 60s and the 80s, reinventing classics of both eras such as spandex, neon brights, skinny tights, minis, body suits, t-shirt dresses, pencil skirts, and polka dots”. This month’s style is influenced by Jamaican prints and flowly dresses. We’re keeping our eye on One Teaspoon.