December 2009
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Pig In A Blanket - Tree Climbing
This is one of my favourite photo taking spots. There is just something about a tree branch over water that is so appealing to me.
I get so lazy with summer dressing. On warm days I just throw on either a sundress or shorts and a tee and I’m done!
This cute little duck hung around the whole time I was taking pictures. He must have been hoping I had some bread for him.
Dress,...
“I’ve got a feeling, Lauren, that 2010 is going to be your kind of year....”
– Can you feel it, too? The Universe
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Pig In A Blanket - Boring Walking Clothes
Today I went out for a big walk around the Halswell Quarry.
The are fantastic views of the city and mountains from up there, but unfortunately it was a bit foggy today. In fact it started raining big, fat rain drops just before I jumped back in my car!
There are also a few interesting sculptures dotted around the place. I think they represent sister cities around the world. These smiling...
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Pig In A Blanket - Surfing
Yay, I finally went for a surf today. It has been far too long. (I’m a total wimp and only go on hot days and NEVER in winter!) It was great, but I think I will be very sore tomorrow.
I didn’t wear this to the beach, just to run some errands around town this morning.
I made this skirt using this tutorial from Lady Melbourne. If you are after a simple holiday project, I’d...
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Pig In A Blanket - Not So Summery
Today took a chilly turn. But that’s ok. I have been perfecting the art of holiday blobbing. Reading magazines, painting my nails, watching movies, eating chocolate. Yeah I think I could get pretty good at this blobbing thing!
I added a snugly cardigan to my ensemble for venturing outside.
But I am hoping tomorrow will be hot again so I can go surfing. (Ahem, attempting to surf, haha!)
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Pig In A Blanket - Xmas Day
Here is what I wore on Christmas day. I thought this dress was quite festive!
It actually belonged to my mother, so this dress is very special.
We spent the day eating and lazing about, getting thoroughly spoilt with food and presents.
Dress, Mum’s
Belt, vintage and thrifted
Shoes from Shoe Connection
Ring, Christmas gift!
Necklace, previous Christmas gift!
Also Jen from...
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Pig In A Blanket - Finally Feels Like Summer!
Finally we are having some wonderful warm days minus the howling nor-wester!
This is good because now I can wear hats and floaty dresses without fear.
And it’s Christmas eve. Yay!
I’ve decided that I’m not unemployed. Instead I’m on holiday. For an indefinite amount of time. It’s a pretty good time to be on holiday too. mmm sunshine!
Hat from Kmart
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“Dreams are like stars…you may never touch them, but if you follow them they will...”
– Anonymous (via lovemidori)
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Pig In A Blanket - Almost Done!
Today was my last proper day of work ever. It’s kind of sad, kind of scary and kind of wonderful all at the same time. Mostly scary though.
Tee from Portmans
Skirt from Green Violet Vintage
Belt from Glassons
Shoes from Hannahs
Earrings and necklace made by me
Last night we went for a drive to check out some of the Christmas lights on houses around town. One day I’d like to see...
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Pig In A Blanket - Model Moment
I was lucky enough to have my talented friend take my outfit shots today.
For some reason I always feel a little Sound Of Music in the dress. I just want to twirl round on a mountain top singing! Though I feel anything but Sound Of Music in these pics!
Dress, vintage from Trade Me
Scarf, thrifted (worn as belt)
Shoes from Shoe Connection
Tee from Portmans
Sunnies from Just Jeans
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Pig In A Blanket - Skimpy!
How could I resist this little vintage tie up shirt for a steal on Trade Me?
I don’t usually go around bearing my tummy, but it was pretty hot this morning and I figured for a picnic in the park it would be ok. I think the shirt will be perfect as a cover up over a bikini at the beach.
Shirt, vintage from Trade Me
Shorts from Shanton
Sunglasses from Equip
Shoes from The Warehouse
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Pig In A Blanket - Brights
Last night was my work Christmas dinner.
We drank a LOT of the weakest margaritas in the world.
I wore a bright dress. And a bright necklace. And bright earrings.
Dress from Stax
Shoes from The Warehouse
Belt from Shanton
Earrings, a gift
Necklace from Camberwell Market, Melbourne
Today has pretty much been spend running errands and doing chores. I’m starting to get really sick...
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Pig In A Blanket - 5 Days To Mix & Match
Here is the 5th and final look in my 5 Days To Mix & Match challenge!
This is a great casual and comfy Friday look. I have to say, I love purple and aqua together. I will definitely be wearing this combination again.
Scarf + Tee + Belt + Skirt + Ballet Flats = Cute & Casual Friday!
And here is a review of each look.
Which one is your favourite?
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Pig In A Blanket - 5 Days To Mix & Match
Thursday is pretty dress day - yay! I love wearing a cardigan belted over a dress. In fact I think I wear cardigans far too much. But I can’t help it, they’re just so handy. And I always want more. At the moment I’d love to find a mustard yellow one!
Sorry, tangent…
Cardigan + Belt + Dress + Wedges = Prettiness!
I’ve just hemmed this dress a little shorter so...
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Pig In A Blanket - 5 Days To Mix & Match
The 3rd look from my 5 days to mix & match challenge was not terribly interesting. But it was functional and comfortable for delivering Christmas presents to clients and contacts from work. I love packaging and delivering the presents and spreading a little Christmas cheer!
Scarf + Top + Pants + Ballet Flats = Function and comfort!
You can find the details of my challenge here.
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Pig In A Blanket - 5 Days To Mix & Match
Here is look 2 from my 5 days to mix and match challenge. (You can see look one and the outline of the challenge here.)
Dress + Belt + Skirt + Wedges = a fun new use for my dress!
I’d never thought to wear this dress as a shirt before, but I’m really happy with the results. I had to pin up the dress to stop it showing underneath the skirt and I liked the shorter length so much then...
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Pig In A Blanket - 5 Days To Mix & Match
When I saw this post on What I Wore I knew a challenge like this was just what I needed to gain some new inspiration.
And so I present you with 5 Days To Mix & Match. I will take 9 items and combine them in different ways over 5 days to create 5 different looks.
The Items:
1: Tan wedges from Hannahs
2: Purple scarf (a gift)
3: Self made aqua skirt
4: Black ballet flats from Hannahs
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D.I.Y. Christmas Decorations
This is my first ever year not going home for Christmas. Sad face.
To cheer myself up I bought a wee fake Christmas tree (I prefer real but our flat is too tiny for a real one) and decided to make some of my own decorations.
Here is what I did:
I used some different coloured felt squares, ribbon, beads, needle & thread.
I cut some of my black felt into two star shapes.
Then I sewed...
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Pig In A Blanket - All Glammed Up
Let me tell you about a night that started out as classy and ended up as messy.
First we went to Paul’s work Christmas dinner. That was the classy part. Wine, pretty dresses, good food.
Then we had a birthday party to go to after that. That was the messy part. Think beer funnels, left over BBQ food all over the place and having to start walking home because it is impossible to get a taxi...
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Pig In A Blanket - Busy Bee
So the laptop survived to annoy me another day. I desperately need to upgrade but I don’t like spending money on technology. Me and technology don’t get on too well. Though I could be tempted by a shiny new macbook… Maybe I’ll ask Santa?
I’ve been so busy lately that I haven’t been commenting on everyone’s blogs as much as usual, sorry! I kind of...
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Pig In A Blanket - Going Dotty
How could I resist pairing these dotty socks with my favourite self-made dotty skirt? It’s probably dots overload but I don’t care!
I’m kind of in love with how cute these socks look with these shoes!
Next time I’m thinking I’ll wear the socks with an all black outfit.
Top from Just Jeans
Skirt made by me
Socks from The Warehouse
Shoes from Overland
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Pig In A Blanket - Stuck In A Rut
I feel like I’ve been a bit uninspired lately with my clothes. Maybe it’s the changing seasons? Maybe it’s all my career uncertainty?
But I’ve decided to set myself a challenge for next week. Something along the lines of this. Should be fun!
Dress from Cotton On
Belt, vintage from Trademe
Shoes from Wildpair
Necklace from Diva
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Pig In A Blanket - Hmmm?
Last time I wore this dress I said I wasn’t too sure about it.
Well I still don’t know if I’m sold. It’s maybe too little old lady, even for me!
I quite like how it looks in the photos, but I felt a bit frumpy during the day.
But it does feel all swishy and have a nice pattern and cute buttons!
Argh, I can’t decide if I want to keep it or not.
Dress, vintage...
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Pig In A Blanket - Happy 80th
And here is there reason I was making that very photographic journey down south on Friday night. This is my gorgeous Nana and it was her 80th birthday.
Can you believe she’s 80? Neither can I!
We had the most beautiful hot day for a big BBQ with family and friends. It was a wonderful day.
Dress made by me
Sandals bought in Berlin
Sunnies from Just Jeans
Also, if you read Trish...
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Whee Whee Whee All The Way Home!
To make my long drive south more fun I decided to stop and take some pictures along the way.
Left, big Salmon in Rakia. Right, Ashburton clock tower
Hop on in to Waimate. (I didn’t hop on in, I took my photo with the sign and kept driving)
This is a cute little building in Oamaru.
I don’t know what this beach is called, but I quite often stop there on my drive down....
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Pig In A Blanket - Travelling
Today I am working all day then have the pleasure of a 6 hour drive to look forward to at the end of the day. I chose this skirt and flats so I would be comfy. Then I grabbed the jacket. Hmm the green actually makes it a little Christmas-y. But I’m getting excited about Christmas this year so I’ll go with it.
Also I’ve been tagged by adorable Amy from The Bargain Hunter...
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Pig In A Blanket - Repeat
I’m pretty sure I’ve worn almost this exact outfit before. I always want to pair this skirt with grey. Snore!
These are meant to be over the knee socks, but they always fall down so I folded them down. But still with the buttons facing out!
Yay tomorrow I’m driving down home for my Nana’s 80th birthday. I really need a break at the moment and I’m looking forward to...
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Pig In A Blanket - Sighing In The Rain
I did not think I would be showing you tights and boots again for a long time.
But here we are, New Zealand summer.
I was going to wear my tan peep toes, but to avoid wet feet I went with the boots. I maybe should have got rid of the pink tights with the boots, what what can I say, I’m too lazy.
Umbrella from Kathmandu (a gift)
Dress from Camberwell Market, Melbourne
Cardigan from...
November 2009
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Pig In A Blanket - 1st Day Of Summer!
Hahaha what a joke. It’s more like winter. So I’m sorry for the crappy indoor picture.
My workmate said it looked like I have tattooed legs. Compliment? Umm no.
Top from The Warehouse
Shorts from Kmart
Tights from Glassons
Shoes from Overland
Scarf, bought in Granada
Also, the adorable Chelsea from Bright Side Dweller has tagged me to list 5 of my guilty pleasures. How fun!
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