Wearing: 'Manta Knit Tank' by Forever New, 'Chance' Twist Skirt from St Frock, 'Miss Kourtney' heels by PeepToe Shoes, 'Double Pearl' bracelet from All Stars Glitter
If I'm honest with myself; I'm not *really* a skirt person. If you have a browse of the looks page of my blog (here), there's really only a handful of outfits in which I'm wearing a skirt. And its not that I don't love them - it's just that when I'm picking something to wear its not often that a skirt will be my first choice.
I guess that's for various reasons. When it comes to casual outfits; shorts are always the first choice. And that's for the boring typical reason that they're just more comfortable and practical than skirts. I'll choose a pair of wide-leg pants over a maxi skirt; and in summer for the most part I'd prefer a shift or t-shirt dress over a short skirt alternative.
But you know how there's always that one piece that makes you look at the whole thing differently?
This skirt from St Frock (available here) is a piece that breaks down all of my reasonings, and I couldn't help but fall in love with it. A pretty print is the easiest way to my heart; and I love the swirling blue, turquoise & purple colours of this one. The double layers; a short inner-skirt and asymmetrical overlay with twist detail; make it both a practical and interesting design, which is sure to turn heads and receive a multitude of compliments. It would also be amazing over a bikini in summer - its the perfect contemporary alternative to a sarong.
And let me also mention this beyond amazing knit tank from Forever New (available here). I purchased this on sale last week for $35 - no I'm not making that price up!! After spending the past two summers looking at knitted tanks from various Australian labels priced at $180+, I was beginning to think an affordable option was out of the question. But then I came across this one at a PR showcase a few weeks ago, and it was like all my fashion prayers had been answered.
It's a quite boxy style with slightly dropped armholes, which means its loose-fitting & completely wearable in the warmer months (where a knitted top isn't necessarily your first choice in attire!) There are also feature knit panels down each side which add an element of interest to the design. All in all I can't fault it - and its a trans-seasonal piece I'm sure I'll be wearing all year round.
But you know how there's always that one piece that makes you look at the whole thing differently?
This skirt from St Frock (available here) is a piece that breaks down all of my reasonings, and I couldn't help but fall in love with it. A pretty print is the easiest way to my heart; and I love the swirling blue, turquoise & purple colours of this one. The double layers; a short inner-skirt and asymmetrical overlay with twist detail; make it both a practical and interesting design, which is sure to turn heads and receive a multitude of compliments. It would also be amazing over a bikini in summer - its the perfect contemporary alternative to a sarong.
And let me also mention this beyond amazing knit tank from Forever New (available here). I purchased this on sale last week for $35 - no I'm not making that price up!! After spending the past two summers looking at knitted tanks from various Australian labels priced at $180+, I was beginning to think an affordable option was out of the question. But then I came across this one at a PR showcase a few weeks ago, and it was like all my fashion prayers had been answered.
It's a quite boxy style with slightly dropped armholes, which means its loose-fitting & completely wearable in the warmer months (where a knitted top isn't necessarily your first choice in attire!) There are also feature knit panels down each side which add an element of interest to the design. All in all I can't fault it - and its a trans-seasonal piece I'm sure I'll be wearing all year round.