VAMFF: State of Fashion Part 1

As part of the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF), State of Fashion is a seminar series designed for an intimate audience to hear designers talk about their work personally, and get a glimpse behind the scenes. This morning we arrived at the Royal Exhibition Building (REB) to be shown to a beautifully set up… View Post

Measuring Up

Why do I blog? It’s a question I ask myself at least once a week. Sometimes, I don’t even need to think about it; the answer is right there, on the screen in front of me – I enjoy having a creative outlet that I am completely in control of. The Daydreamer has been a… View Post

Power A Life

I was recently sent a portable power bank, Power a Life. My first impression was how stylish the little charger was – its slender frame and light weight make it a neat techy accessory that will slip easily into your bag, pocket or even on your belt, thanks to the clip on the back. I… View Post

Miss Magpie Fashion Spy

Niki Groom (AKA Miss Magpie Fashion Spy) is 39 and a professional illustrator who has worked for Vogue, Clinique and Accessorize, to name a few. Her most recent work has seen her traveling to remote parts of Scotland, and to France to support the charity Help Refugees, the pictures of which on Instagram were very… View Post

Leather Pants

The leather pant. Difficult territory to navigate, but a long term investment once you discover the perfect pair. These might be faux leather, but they’re convincing, yes? The high, natural waist, side zip and solid material means they’re a good fit, and thus forgiving. Teamed with an oversize knit, the leather pant is wearable and… View Post