WITH LOVE FROM NAXOS

Lucky Pig dress, Fiel Sol cuff, Bahagia ring, Zara sandals

The Greek Islands - one of my favourite places on earth. 

I'd visited Santorini before (where I write you now), but this trip was my first visit to the islands of Mykonos and Naxos. 

Next, i'll post all my Greek Island travel tips, but I couldn't wait to share with you this beautiful dress, of local Greek label, Lucky Pig. 

I first came across Lucky Pig, in a great little boutique in Mykonos Town - Sotris. I tried it on, drawn in by the beautiful appliqué and immediately had to have it. 

One of my favourite parts of travelling has to be uncovering beautiful local brands and designers, which upon my return home, remind me of the beautiful memories I've experienced in any particular part of the world. 

My wardrobe is more and more starting to reflect the places I've visited and is a constant reminder of the amazing things I've been fortunate to have seen and people I've met. 

You can follow my summer adventure around the world on instagram @friendinfashion, twitter and facebook.

Photos / Tim Florea 

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BON VOYAGE

Robina Akiem Vest & Skirt, Senso Boots  

                           
My last blog post from Melbourne.

Enroute to France via Dubai and London, I'm excited to explore new and unknown parts of the world.

For me travel is what living is all about. I love meeting new people, uncovering favourite new places and absorbing new cultures. Travel has and continues to teach me how to learn, adapt, love and appreciate the best in life.

As Bill Bryson perfectly articulated, 'to my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted'.

Follow my journey on instagram @friendinfashion, twitter and facebook.

Photos / Tim Florea 

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EN ROUTE

             Bevza vest via Rtister / Vintage Princess bag / Senso boots / Bahagia rings / Claire Aristides bracelet

As I'm neck deep in moving boxes, I'll keep this short and sweet.

Another travel adventure kicks off for me at the end of this month, where I'll be chasing a European summer, then on to the Big Apple, and for the first time exploring parts of South America.

Most pieces of this outfit will be joining me on my travels, including this amazing vest from my friends at Rtister, which I think will be a perfectly versatile top/dress/layering piece.   

Until next time, you can follow my adventure on twitter, facebook and instagram (@friendinfashion).

Photos / Tim Florea

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STATEMENT PIECES

         Mossman peplum jacket / Robina Akiem bubble skirt / Bahagia rings / Claire Aristides bracelet

As I start experimenting more and more with monochrome, to add interest to an outfit, I've also enjoyed styling outfits with different shapes and silhouettes.

Ordinarily I'd team a peplum with a skinny pant or pencil skirt, but I this bubble skirt, from local designer, Robina Akiem, jumped out at me and was too good to resist.

Peplum meet the bubble skirt.

Photos / Tim Florea

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IN THE DETAIL

          By Johnny Peplum top via The Iconic / custom made skirt / Vanessa Mooney headpiece & rings / Wittner boots

My obsession for headpieces continues.

This Vanessa Mooney hair accessory, is beautifully delicate and adds interest to any outfit.

Another new wardrobe love of mine at the moment is this leather skirt, which I designed and had made on my last trip to Bali. I love to experiment with different silhouettes, so naturally, I had to team this wrap skirt with my new By Johnny Peplum top.

Photos / Sabine Legrand 

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FACE OF BONBONS

               Dion Lee dress / Ellery dress / ACNE leather jacket / Karen Walker shades / Ellery jumper dress / Kenzo inspired knit / shoes BonBons throughout

The wait is over!

I'm absolutely thrilled to share with you, the new face of Aussie shoe brand, BonBons - yours truly!

A short while ago, I was fortunate enough to be a part of what can only be described as a dream team of creatives, to shoot the BonBons A/W campaign.

I could literally go on all day about how I loved working with each and every person on the team, but my words wouldn't do me or them any justice, plus I think the pictures speak for themselves.

An amazing day, an amazing opportunity and amazing results - I can't help but pinch myself.

All the shoes featured here (and more) can be found online at BonBons brand new website: www.bonbons.com.au

Love and many warm thanks to BonBons and the creative team:
Photographer / Michelle Tran
Stylist / Ricky James Flynn 
Hair / Victoria Martin
Makeup / Caroline Massola

Instagram (@friendinfashion), facebook and twitter for all the behind-the-scenes action.

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SHHH...IT'S A SECRET

Burberry Jacket via Trade Secret / Life With Bird dress / Bahagia rings / Wittner boots

There's nothing I love more than my designer fashion, except for one thing... Designer fashion on sale!

This ridiculously amazing Burberry jacket is my newest leather wardrobe addition, and just between you, and me was an absolute steal - in fact over 70% off!

Trade Secret - which is where this jacket is from, have recently introduced their Gold Label collection, which brings the best designer pieces, without the designer price tags - brilliant.

To my Sydney readers, be sure to check out the new Gold Label collection in-store at Trade Secret's Chatswood store. All the details, including stockists are available at www.tradesecret.com.au.

Photos / Tim Florea

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BALI BOUND

Boohoo.com.au top / General Pants shorts / Tony Bianco heels

I post this, as I hurriedly pack the last of my tropical wardrobe for my first visit to Bali.

I've luckily enjoyed many trips to Asia - Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Japan, as well as living in Vietnam for part of 2010, but surprisingly (especially to most Aussies), I've never visited Bali.

I'm really looking forward to checking out a new city, meeting some locals, savouring delicious Indonesian cuisine, and of course the shopping!

Of course, I welcome any tips, must sees/dos.

Be sure to follow @friendinfashion on instagram for all of the adventure.  

Photos / Tim Florea

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MONOCHROME

StyleStalker top via Market HQ / Mossman shorts / Bvlgari Watch / Alexander Wang sandals

Tran-seasonal dressing for me is all about shorts and knitwear/sweaters.

Keeping it simple lately, experimenting with a mainly monochrome palette.

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THE ICONIC

KJ by Kirrily Johnston harem pants / Zoe Karssen tee / Tony Bianco sandals

Regular readers would know that I can't help but be drawn to statement trousers, and this outfit is no different.

Recently I was asked by Aussie online retailer, The Iconic to jump on board and style an outfit from  my top fashion picks.

I was immediately drawn to these amazing Kirrily Johnston harem pants. They have an incredible amount of detail, and really are a standout wardrobe item.

Topped off with this Zoe Karssen tee and we've got one of my favourite outfits at the moment.

All items available at The Iconic.

Photos / Tim Florea

DOMAINE CHANDON SECRET GARDEN PARTY

White Suede dress / Aldo heels / Chanel clutch

Yesterday, my husband and I had the pleasure of attending Domaine Chandon's Secret Garden Party, in the picturesque Yarra Valley.

The picture perfect afternoon was spent enjoying Chandon’s finest vintages, delicious culinary treats (of which included these very pretty 'edible pot-plants'), the beautiful voice of Clare Bowditch and of course some garden twister, croquet and chess.

A scene taken straight from The Great Gatsby.

A big thank you to Domaine Chandon and Undertow Media for such a stunning afternoon.

Photos /  Jacqui Holt