My latest obsession. Debbie Harry is one of those iconic people that are basically walking trademarks. Her feathery blonde hair, juicy glossed lips and shaggy fringe partially obstructing her icy blue eyes which are laden thickly with eye liner and mascara. She is a bad-ass rocker chick with an attitude to match and she gives off the appearance that she doesn’t give a toss about fashion. But we all know she does. And I am sure a few of us have been wearing tributes to her style with out even knowing it…

She clearly invented the vintage t-shirt look before they were even vintage.

Could this be where the new stud trend has came from? D&G have a frighteningly similar belt in their recent collection.

Smoky eyes and tousled hair. Perfect.

Remember all the ‘top-deck’ hair colours walking around 4 years ago? Blame Miss Harry.

A few fashiony tips for those Deb-heads out there…

* Either over accessorise or under accessorise - Deb is either seen with massive earrings, bangles and chains or she is seen wearing nothing at all. How terrible chick of her.

* Wear clothes too big or too small -This lady of contradiction will wear a massive t-shirt one day and a tiny crop top the next. Be unpredictable. It’s fabulous.

* Show off your shoulders -If you’re going for the over-sized look make your t-shirt big enough so it slips down off your shoulder to reveal some sexy shoulder. If you’re going for the fitted look make it strapless or one-shouldered. It’s all about the decolatage my little Deb-ettes.

* Have super shaggy hair -And dye it a funky colour while you’re at it. Make sure it hangs in your eyes a little so you can stare with contempt and disdain though the fringe. And toss it out of your eyes with a flick of your head.

* Smoky eyes with electric blue accents - Why oh why did blue eyeshadow ever go out of style? When did blue eyed beauties decide that taupe eyeshadow made their eyes bluer than cobalt eyeliner? Go dark blue or navy with some lighter, brighter blue blended in. Don’t forget to line the whole shebang with the blackest of eyeliner. So very Harry right now.

I am not talking about Adidas tracksuits and Kappa beanies. I’m talking about when you have had less than 5 hours sleep every night for a week, you are disgustingly premenstrual and you have a cloggy snot plugged nose and a head that has more cotton wool in it than brains. And even though you should probably stay home from work you go in anyway because the protestant work ethic that was drummed into you by your father makes you feel too guilty to chuck sickies. Even when you are sick. Yes I am talking about me today can you tell? The question is what do you wear to work? There is an appropriate outfit for every illness my ladies! Observe…

PERIOD PAIN

Here we have the perfect period pain ensemble. A floaty maxi dress to hide your bloated tummy. This also doubles as a fabulous hiding place for your hot water bottle if you sneak it into work. It’s best to stick to dark colours as we women generally feel safer in them when our monthly visitor strikes but do add a bright splash to your outfit to make it a little more cheery. Stick to flats on the first day of your period because struggling with the pain of heels will only make you cranky. Wear a little hat or beret to hide the fact that you haven’t washed your hair. Add a chunky watch so you know when to take your next dose of Naprogesic…

COLD AND FLU

Basically think layers and snuggle factor. You want to be able to strip off if you have a hot flush or to add layers if you get the chills. Wearing pink will give you a little colour in your cheeks if you’re looking a bit peaky. The maxi skirt will hide un-shaved legs as well as your daggy socks. The massive tote is full of all your Lemsip, teabags and antibiotics. Think comfort more than anything and try to wear natural fibres so your poor body can breath.

HANGOVER

Firstly, admit that you brought this upon yourself. Then tuck your smoky, greasy hair into a turban head band and for god’s sake wear the BIGGEST SUNGLASSES YOU CAN FIND!!! The secret to getting away with wearing sunglasses all day is to dress like a movie star. With well fitting jeans and some head gear no one will question your over sized bug eyed accessory. The red boots and bangle are to draw people’s attention away from your face. It sounds harsh but chances are you look like crap so make sure you have an amazing statement piece towards the lower part of your body so people focus on that and not the massive bags under your eyes or your stressed out skin.

There will be no outfit post today for obvious reasons. My irrational P.M.S fuelled brain is telling me I am a hideous swamp monster that the public should never be subjected to so that’s reason enough for me! I will return as soon I get a decent night’s sleep and have longer than 30 seconds to plan an outfit. I also have an abundance of accessories and no clothing to wear them with so shopping is high on my list of priorities! And in case you were wondering I AM wearing a maxi dress and flats today… and I also have a cardigan and pashmina ready for layering.

I LOVE GHOST WHISPERER!!! Seriously. This show has everything - lame plot, a little bit of humour, an antique store filled with pretty things, a lead character with the most beautiful costumes in existence, a delicious man-candy husband and some of the worst scripts EVER. And for the lads there’s Jennifer Love Hewitt’s breasts. A friend of mine was mocking me yesterday when I expressed my excitement at being able to watch my favourite show this week. She was so cruel… She even said (in a most derogatory tone) that the ghosts have shadows. What a bitch. Although I must concur on one point. Melinda paraphrases like a mofo when translating the spirits’ final messages to their loved ones. When you are the only person who can communicate someone’s dying message you deliver it word for word. Honestly, it’s no time to get creative. But on a style related note here are the trends I’m loving from the show -

* Plum coloured eye shadow with thick, thick lashes- Jen has been rocking this look for the past few episodes and I think it looks so divine. I may have to wait for winter to try this one though as I think the look is a little heavy for summer. A single tear trickling down your cheek as you watch a ghost ‘go into the light’ is an essential accessory to this look.

* Floaty dresses and boots- Big flouncy lacy dresses with pointy witchy boots. This look is so fantastical and fairytale-esque. Perfect for strolling down the main street with a take away coffee, ready to jump into your massive four wheel drive to chase after nasty spirits.

* Lace around the face - A lace collar or neckline framing the face to make you look delightfully feminine. Good for rolling around in bed with your stupidly smooth husband or for daintily chopping carrots in the kitchen.

* Dark nail polish - This look is utilised most effectively when Melinda is googling deaths in her town while sipping a glass of wine in front of a roaring fire with her muscle rippled husband. Dark nails always look best holding a glass of red wine. Always wear white with dark nails to avoid looking too goth. Just a scarf or some earrings will do.

* A chain with a pendant - Works best with DD breasts. Which I don’t have. But for those who are blessed with an ample cleavage a simple antique pendant on a long chain is simply beautiful. Shown most effectively in Ghost Whisperer when Melinda is ducked under a table hiding from a spirit with her antique charm necklace dangling perilously from her neck…

Busy day today! This afternoon I’m off to pick up a script and then I have to shop for costume jewellery for my play. Dress rehearsal tonight and then opening night tomorrow night! Whoa! Had lunch with my lovely friend Sally which was delightful…

* White spider web top from Tree of Life around 10 years ago

* Black singlet top from Supre

* Black skirt from Tempt

* Black shoes from Zu

* Red sunglasses from Equip

* ‘Lady’ Necklace from Paraphernalia (arrived yesterday and I am seriously in love with it!)

I found this picture of the beautiful Chloe Sevigny on Fashion Verbatim this morning. He was not a fan of her dress. He said that ‘The shape is dated and, yes, that’s painful to say about a Sevigny ensemble’. This is what I love about style. I think she looks AWESOME! And I think that dress is one of the most gorgeous things I have ever seen. But it really doesn’t tickle Verbatim’s pickle. Don’t you think that style and fashion would be so tedious if everyone agreed that the same things were beautiful? I adore the way Verbatim gives his criticism in such a gentlemanly way, it really impresses me. I absolutely loathe people who speak nastiness about the attire of others. Unless the outfit is tasteless or inappropriately revealing there is no room for scathing comments in the style world. It’s all a matter of personal opinion. If you don’t like fluoro colours don’t be a wench when you see someone wearing hot pink. If you have something to say make it along the lines of ‘That top is fantastic. Fluoro isn’t really my thing but it looks great on you’. I think people who dress courageously should expect to get feedback and should be prepared to accept both positive and negative criticism. And the people giving the criticism have to realise that for some people style is an art form and therefore an expression of themselves. If you love the outfit shout it to the world, if you hate it think of a thoughtful and ladylike way to communicate that or just keep your Judgey McJudgerson mouth shout. What does everyone else think of Chloe’s dress? Lets all practice being lovely shall we?

Today was pretty busy at work and this afternoon has been hectic as anything. This evening I’m going to the gym to work off the fact that I ate pure sugar and salt as meal replacements yesterday. Then I have rehearsal again. It’s opening week so I am out every night this week but the play is really fun and the cast rocks so I’m having a ball…

* Black dress from Felt

* Wife beater from Big W

* Brown boots from Red path

* Bowling ball bangles from Bowling Arm

* Brown knotted head scarf thrifted from Salvation Army

* Earrings from Bijoux

* Yellow sunglasses from Paddy’s Markets

A few little suggestions to make your outfit more unique…

* Use shoe clips. I know you are thinking I am incredibly daggy and antiquated but hear me out. They are so versatile! You can glue anything on them flowers, gems, plastic toys, dice, charms, bows, laminated pictures - the possibilities are endless. Plus it will make that pile of black flats you own stretch a lot further.

* Use scarves. Tie them around your head, neck, waist or wrist. Never underestimate the importantance of scarves.

* Change buttons. I went to Lincraft on the weekend and nearly died with excitement at their enormous selection of buttons! Any simple cardigans can be completely revamped if you sew little diamantes or strawberries in place of the boring black ones. They even had turtles. Turtles! Cuteness over load…

This is Saturday’s Daily Style. This weekend was so exceptionally busy. I had to vote on Saturday morning and then Mr Smaggle and I went shopping and drank soy chai lattes. We found this Mini exhibition (an exhibition of Mini cars not a very small exhibition) in the city and took this photo. Then I went to 2 election parties which supported opposite sides of the election so it was quite interesting. Got to catch up with some old friends which was just delightful. On Sunday I bumped in for my show and rehearsed all day. I was so busy that I ended up eating peanuts and lollies for dinner. I have a massive sugar hangover today.

* Strapless black dress from Ebay

* Red obi from Munkey Business in Newtown

* Black sandals from Marco Gianni

* White leather hippo pin from Mr Smaggle

* White knitting needle bangle from Mr Smaggle

* New black handbag (will post a proper picture soon!)

Going to be really busy this week so I might not be posting much. But I promise to be back in the swing of things when my play finishes!

This is actually Friday’s Daily Style but I have been so flat out I haven’t had time to post! Today’s ‘outfit’ is all about the details. I received my delicious treats from Robin’s Jewellery Box and I LOVE THEM!!! I have a gorgeous pink and white cake with chocolate sprinkles and a teeny tiny coffee cup ring. I went out for coffee with my mate after work and all the ladies that worked at the cafe were loving it. Robin is simply lovely - we had a few postage issues (through absolutely no fault of Robin) and she was so understanding and professional. She is a fabulous business woman and a super funky designer so do check out her store. She also sent me some gorgeous little pins with biscuits and cakes on them! It absolutely made my day!

Recently I have had a serious fascination with nameplate necklaces. Not just nameplates but words in general. I LOVE jewellery and accessories with writing on them. I’m not talking about those hideous necklaces that say ‘angel-baby’ or ‘teenage drama queen’ on them. I talking about funky cool slogans and quotes. But I also have a secret fetish for Carrie Bradshaw nameplate necklaces and here a few that I found while trawling the world wide web… 

Nameplatedepot have these little beauties that are quite simple and understated. This one is white gold so it’s a bit on the expensive side.

FabulessLCC is an awesome Ebay shop and they have a few styles with cheap postage to Australia.

I am being EXTREMELY narcissistic and engaging in the worst kind of blatant self promotion but I am obsessed with branding myself ‘Lady’ recently. Here are two of my recent purchases…

I am currently awaiting the arrival of my ‘Lady’ necklace from Paraphernalia. It’s going to be divine.

And remember my JIVE rings? Well guess what I did

Seriously the cool-ness of me is astounding.

But if you aren’t keen on displaying your name why not think of a funky word to have instead? Like ‘COOKIES’? Or ‘VAGUE’? Or if the name plate is really small and people have to lean forward to read it properly it would be cool to have it simply read ‘NOSY’?