@nbonython on LTK

I was shopping with a client the other day and while wandering through Zara I saw this fab jacket. If you need a jacket to update what you currently have then this is it. It’s a ZW Collection piece which generally means that this ‘brand’ is more fashion forward and a better quality make and fabric (also indicated by the price but they’re still so cheap for what they are). This is a wool blend (ie not a nasty poly). Sharp shoulder, lapel that buttons up high….I love it! LTKaustralia LTKautumn LTKwinter

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The men’s shows in Paris that have just finished have provided me with loads of ideas to incorporate into my own dressing and dressing at large. The new men’s Celine show was incredible and just so many styling ideas. This one is very simply just tying some thin leather cord (or a leather rolled belt) around the waist of a coat or jacket. It just gives a great modern update that is just so easy and simple. Some jacket and belt options below or just use what you have or buy some boot strapping from a shoe repair man!

#LTKaustralia #LTKwinter #LTKjeans

I look at all the shows as they happen. There’s inspiration to be found everywhere, even the men’s shows and this colour combination comes by virtue of the latest Dries men’s show. I’ve been a bit basic in my colour work of late so here was a nice opportunity to try something new! This jacket is MNG and no longer available but there are some good subs in the link.

#LTKwinter #LTKaustralia #LTKworkwear

If you’re hunting for something to wear to a ball or wedding then Leo Lin is a very good place to look. I love how sophisticated this grey dress with black sequined flower is. This one might be my fave as it’s glam but understated. But if you want some colour and volume, Leo Lin has got that in spades. I also like that there’s a warm option as so often as a wedding guest you hit a certain point in the evening where you’re cold and borrowing someone’s jacket just doesn’t really suit the look!

#LTKaustralia #LTKwedding #LTKwinter

Look of the day now that it’s finally getting cold! This jacket makes anything look luxe. If you can, that’s why combining high and low together always works. Jacket is from Nour Hammour, jeans from Uniqlo!

#LTKaustralia #LTKdatenight #LTKjeans

On set today and it was COLD!! So I decided to wear two jackets which I was able to do due to the roominess of the overcoat. I’ve been getting alot of wear out of all of these pieces in very different combinations of late. The underneath jacket is super comfy and very warm so great for the freezing studio today and equally great at home, over active wear or just lounging around. The coat is in a light cashmere so it’s also very comfortable to wear and the width of the coat (it’s kinda like a long version of a peacoat) allows for me to layer with bulky knits or in this case, a jacket.
@uniqloau
@perricutten
@oroton

It can be overwhelming trying to navigate huge websites like Zara or H & M. I’ve been doing this for a while now and I think I’m not bad at sorting through the good and not so good. Here are a few goodies that I’ve found recently that are on my wish list!

#LTKaustralia #LTKwinter #LTKsummer

Yet another of the joys of aging, I need to wear spectacles, mostly only for reading but given how important phones are in our lives these days, there’s not a chance I can read any of that font without them. These Chloe frames at least make me feel slightly cooler about my old eyes!

#LTKaustralia #LTKstyletip

Here’s my look of the day- I first saw this jacket months ago at a press showing and have wanted it ever since so when it went on sale I was pretty excited and it still is!
I like it best with a narrower leg line (that ruffled edge would be too much with a wider leg) so I’ve paired with my straight leg jeans (in a rigid denim - always my preference!!).
Jacket and shoes from @bassike
Jeans from @zara.australia

#LTKjeans #LTKwinter #LTKaustralia

More denim and jacket combos. I love this Bassike jacket shape, kind of a bomber but prettier and have always loved a very basic rigid denim straight leg lean, this one from Zara. Shoes are also Bassike. Product links below!

#LTKaustralia #LTKjeans #LTKwinter

It's not always possible but I will try to do nearly every look of the day as I wear them (Unless it's a working form home trackie day!). One of my 'staples' is white jeans, I have a few different shapes and they feel fresh and easy to wear and obviously work with every colour combination. These jeans are from Uniqlo, coat from Friends with Frank, this chocolate knit is from Theory (but I purchased this last year when no one was doing chocolate however there are loads around and I've included other brands in the link). I am slightly tired of wearing trainers and am trying to decide on which loafer in chocolate to purchase _ I like them both!

#LTKaustralia #LTKjeans #LTKshoes

I really like adding life to neutrals by adding pops of colour with accessories. This incredible bag is from Among Equals which is a non profit company that helps women in New Guinea create these traditional woven bags and get paid for them! The colours are amazing! This tote shape holds all and there are smaller cross body or neat couches as well. You should definitely check them out on line.
My clothes and similar in the link. Navy linen shirt from Flatiron.

#LTKaustralia #LTKjeans #LTKstyletip

I was particularly excited to be invited to a Mad Men themed party this weekend. I mean, there are very few TV shows or movies for that matter that have been as meticulously designed as this show. As an interiors stylist once told me, she liked to watch it with the sound off (not because the dialogue was bad as it wasn’t, it was fab, but because she could just take in all the beauty better without the distraction of sound - yes @megan_morton I’m speaking of you!!). I loved all the seasons and their era interpretations but Betty Draper season one was pretty incredible. Remember her riding outfit!!! This look is from @leolin_official

#LTKaustralia #LTKwedding #LTKwinter

Some fur coats look tacky and fake but this one doesn’t look either (although I have no idea what animal this would be if it were real!). I recall my mother had a real one not dissimilar to this in the early 70’s which was amazing (I think it was Oscar de la Renta) that I always coveted and I don’t have it now because our family home and all its contents burnt down in the bushfires of 83, maybe that’s a story for another time! Anyway, it does remind me of that one, similar length and shape too. I love how they’ve (Zara) have styled it with flat over the knee boots but I happened to be wearing wide white jeans which I think it also works well. It’s a good weight for our winter and it’s extra without being tacky. If you’re after a fun and functional coat, consider this one.

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Loving this new bag from Strandbags in deer printed pony skin . It’s big enough to fit your computer and if you’re like me, everything else you might need in a day (makeup, chargers, glasses etc etc). AND it’s currently heavily reduced, nearly 50% off!

#LTKaustralia #LTKautumn #LTKwinter

I really like this very green scent from Jo by Jo Loves. I feel like it’s one of those universal scents that most people like and it feels fresh (not heavy).

#LTKaustralia #LTKbeauty

What’s in store at Oroton!
I’ve been too busy to post these (I shot them weeks ago)but now it’s to your advantage!! Nearly everything here just gone on sale!! Lots of covetable and wear forever pieces in this mix. There was much in store that I couldn’t try as the sizes were not available but on line is a whole other thing. Buy now before the sale finishes and everything sells out!

#LTKaustralia #LTKwinter #LTKtravel

This butter soft leather jacket is divine!! Perfect funnel neck anorak shape that will work equally with jeans, tailored pants over dresses and with a cargo pant as I’ve done here. Not too heavy so it’s the perfect weight for an Australian winter layered with knits under. This would be a luxe piece to own that you can wear for seasons to come.

#LTKautumn #LTKwinter #LTKaustralia

This coat is the perfect evening coat. You can wear as a tuxedo coat with pants or denim or over a gown for getting to the party. It has a great shoulder line and shaped through the body and perfect length. It solves the dilemma of looking chic but not freezing to death in an evening ensemble. Yes it’s pricey but I feel you’d wear this for many years so cost per wear…..
Tuxedo coat from Scanlan Theodore
Bag from Cos (boots too but they’re now sold out 😢)

#LTKaustralia #LTKautumn #LTKwedding

The rain mostly held off. These sandals would not have been helpful had that not been the case! It’s been a fun week. Lovely to catch up with my fashion pals and meet new ones.
Wearing today coat and skirt by Friends with Frank @friendswithfrank
Shirt by @lmnd.shop
Sandals @ysl
Sunglasses by @lespecs
Bag by @tods

#australianfashion #friendswithfrank #fashionstyle #afw

This coat is very extra (not available until July!) by Leo Lin. The jeans I’m wear under are my new faves. They’re by Uniqlo and called the Baggy Curve. They are super comfortable and come in a few colours. I like combining extra pieces with something more paired back (eg embroidered coat and worn denim jeans and a tee or embellished blouse with something kind of utilitarian pant etc).

#LTKaustralia #LTKwinter #LTKjeans

Day 3 of Fashion Week and today I’ve done another full Bassike look. I am totally loving these oversized coats. This is a brown/grey wool check and these leather shorts (actually zip off pants) are so great! And also very into checked shirts right. The pants and shorts are both on line but you’ll have to wait for the coat!
Shoes from MNG
Bag from Tod’s
Sunglasses from Quay Eyewear

#LTKaustralia #LTKautumn #LTKwinter

Day 1 (PM look) for the Carla Zampatti show wearing the lovely dress if her equally talented daughter @biancaspender.
This is the Decode dress. Available now!
Worn with some old diamonte earrings (I actually think I got from H & M!)
#biancaspender #australianfashion #eveningwear #afw

#LTKaustralia #LTKdatenight #LTKautumn

There’s some great leather around this season! I love this strong shouldered tee and long A line skirt both from @scanlantheodore
Sunnies by Quay

#LTKaustralia #LTKautumn #LTKdatenight

You can count on Bianca Spender to do fashion that is elegant and modern. Newness in store now that you’ll be able to wear now and in years to come.
#australianfashion #biancaspender #fashionstyle

Look 1
Roma top
Navy boucle tweed Ember skirt

Look 2
Plum satin sway gown

Look 3
Steel taffeta Emerge top
Stell taffeta Horizon skirt

Look 4
Denim wool suiting Evolve coat
Denim wool suiting Morph pant

Look 5
Grey marle cashmere Rise knit top
Poder wool Morph pant

Look 6
Plum satin Emerge top
Denim wool suiting Morph pant

Look 7
Black satin pulse pant
Black satin Evolve top

Look 8
Cream Surrender crepe suiting pant
Navy stripe cotton shirting Decode long sleeve top

#LTKaustralia #LTKdatenight #LTKwedding

You can count on Bianca Spender to do fashion that is elegant and modern. Newness in store now that you’ll be able to wear now and in years to come.
#australianfashion #biancaspender #fashionstyle

Look 1
Roma top
Navy boucle tweed Ember skirt

Look 2
Plum satin sway gown

Look 3
Steel taffeta Emerge top
Stell taffeta Horizon skirt

Look 4
Denim wool suiting Evolve coat
Denim wool suiting Morph pant

Look 5
Grey marle cashmere Rise knit top
Poder wool Morph pant

Look 6
Plum satin Emerge top
Denim wool suiting Morph pant

Look 7
Black satin pulse pant
Black satin Evolve top

Look 8
Cream Surrender crepe suiting pant
Navy stripe cotton shirting Decode long sleeve top

#LTKaustralia #LTKdatenight #LTKwedding

What’s in store…this time at Scanlan Theodore.
Highlights for me were the leather pieces. I also loved the more ‘special’ pieces such as the feather dress (also comes in a top - the dress is definitely A LOT) and sequins.
Nice tailoring and denim were there too. I think I might be needing the charcoal culottes. This shape feels especially new and you could either make it work for day (as I’ve done here) o9r tight with a nice silk blouse or even the sequin top featured with the suede skirt.
Go check out what’s in store at Scanlan!

#LTKaustralia #LTKdatenight #LTKautumn

These are the some of the new jacket shapes of the season and here are some ways to wear them!

#LTKjeans #LTKautumn #LTKaustralia

Look of the day (but will work for the in between time of year or when it’s colder with boots). I love the shade of pink of the knit and it shouldn’t work with the skirt as the pink is a bit different but it kinda does. But the pink (either knit or skirt) will work really well with neutrals- like a deep brown or sand or even nice back to red if you’re more of a colour gal or this season’s lemon is a nice idea too. The skirt is gorgeous and will work equally well with poplin shirt or a tank.
Endless outfit opportunities!

#LTKspring #LTKautumn #LTKaustralia

Remember when everyone’s dad wore a safari suit? Well, this isn’t it. I do love a matching jacket and bermuda combo and never done better than by @leemathewsau
Alpert for this in between time of year and can be worn with a simple tee or tank u see or a collared shirt or knit would also be great for the cooler days. And bonus…the jacket would work with so many bases- skirts, jeans, wider or even slimmer pants and same for the Bermuda, worn without the jacket with a shirt or tee/tank on the warmer days. There are so many permutations for this set.

#LTKaustralia #LTKspring #LTKautumn

This is the perfect top and pant for a fancy dinner or even a party with a sparkly earring. Super simple and elegant. You could even break these apart and dress the pants more casually with a tank or tee and flat shoe and also wear the top with jeans for a less ‘formal’ approach. They’re both a a lovely weight fluid crepe that feels great to wear plus the pants are lined so that they’re not too see through (which can often be an issue with white pants). This set will look chic for years!

#LTKdatenight #LTKpartywear #LTKaustralia

Another of the jacket shapes you should have on your radar is the The Barn Jacket. It’s usually in a denim or cotton canvas so it’s a great weight for that inbetween time of year where it can be hot or cold or somewhere between the two. Best for more casual moments and available in every price point! I love them over denim or cotton canvas or cord pants and a flat shoe or trainer. You should definitely consider having one of these in your wardrobe!
I’m wearing jacket from Sandro Paris, jeans from Agolde at Net a Porter, shoes from Zara, Le Specs sunglasses.

#LTKaustralia #LTKspring #LTKautumn

With the temperature changing, it’s time to consider the newest shapes in layers! The oversized funnel neck jacket is a new season must have. Either in an oversized anorak shape or more of a bomber style. Especially paired with an over sized pant or - if you’ve the legs for it - a short or mini would also be modern. Same or similar linked here.

#LTKaustralia #LTKspring #LTKautumn

We had a lovely lunch hosted by Perri Cutten who do lovely quality pieces. Great for my corporate girls and the rest of us! I wore a lovely silk shirt (same as Rae’s) and leather pants which I’ve not worn for decades I think! Lots of fun conversation was had and chats on former and new life chapters!
All clothing from @perricutten Bag from @sabenltd

#LTKworkwear #LTKaustralia #LTKautumn

I’ve been getting so many posts on my Instagram on Collagen (probably because I’m old) and I’ve found the whole topic very confusing - liquid over powder/dose amount/marine or bovine. I’ll take whatever help I can get as I know I should be embracing ageing which in essence I am, however, I would like to slow it down if possible…Anyway, I’ve been trialling and investigating a few brands and here’s my initial overview. I have definitely noticed an improvement - so much so that I now feel impelled to continue taking this stuff for the rest of my days! Any other recommendations/thoughts welcome. #collagen #ageing  @thebeautychef @vida_glow @calmerceuticals

Here’s a quick wrap up of the essential pieces you need for a work capsule wardrobe and the new bits you can add to update them. I’ve used just a simple palette of back and white which makes it easy to add and update. Working with colour can be tricker but can be more interesting. The only problem with colour is that then all the bits need to work together and sometimes that can mean a full wardrobe overall.

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