Wednesday, September 21, 2011

My Very Own 'MyLookBook' Feature.



Not too long ago the lovely Krista Eppelstun from the blog and online fashion magazine MyLookBook
contacted me in regards to contributing to the latest Spring issue.
I felt so honoured that I was asked to be apart of such a great publication that I jumped at the opportunity.
There was no way I was going to turn it down!

The Spring issue is filled with so many treasures.
Most excitedly, there are a number of wonderfully talented contributors, 
including Eleanor Pendleton, Beauty Editor of InStyle magazine, who reveals her beauty rules for spring 
and also, an exclusive interview of the ever-so-popular Mandy Shadforth from Oracle Fox.

My role in this issue was to put together my Spring 'Wish List' of 8 must-have items.
It was definately the perfect assignment for me as I had already practically formed a mental wish list in my head.
Narrowing that down, however, proved to be just a little bit difficult, but I did it!

Take a peek at the entire MyLookBook Spring magazine here.

♥


Instagram Love.



My friends and I sipping on delicious cocktails at one of my bff's 21st in January 2010. 
(Embarrassing) Me on the far left wearing Bec & Bridge | dress, Pilgrim | blazer, Forever New | heels.

I'm so into Instagram right now, it's ridiculous. It's beginning to be like my second blog.
Come and find me under 'CarolynTalulah'.
♥

PS. I have some exciting news to share with you all hopefully tomorrow!


Monday, September 19, 2011

The Story Behind Kate's Blue Hair.



I always wondered what the exact inspiration was behind Kate Bosworth's blue dip-dyed mermaid locks,
and now thanks to StyleCaster and the Jewelmint blog, I now know.

The story goes a little something like this...
Both Kate and her stylist and business partner Cher, shared a huge love for the faded pink locks in the Givenchy Fall 2010 ad campaign. 
They wanted to pay homage to this grungy look, while keeping it simple in the make-up 
and they felt that the StyleCaster shoot was the perfect opportunity to do it. 
Amazingly, her hair fit in perfectly with the bright colours and sporty vibe of the overall shoot.

They initially tried blue extensions, but Cher felt that they were too stiff and unnatural, so Kate said, "Let's just dye my real hair".
Thankfully it worked out perfectly and both Kate and Cher were extremely happy with the results. 
Although, little did they know that it would be hard to wash out, resulting in Kate wearing her freshly dip dyed locks to the Coldplay concert that night.

Who knew!


Bec & Bridge S/S Violet Haze II



Bec & Bridge Spring/Summer 'Violet Haze'.
This is their second drop from this seasons collection which are available in stores as of September.

I really love the pastel colour palette - it's so perfect for spring time.
I'm a huge fan of the all-white look, so I think that the ones above are my favourites from the bunch,
aswell as that baby blue sweater, the lavender swing dress (that I already have in white) and the shorts suit in the last shot.

Bec & Bridge really know how to design and create clothes that every girl will love completely.


Saturday, September 17, 2011

Elin Kling NYFW.



The ever-so-stylish Elin Kling around town at New York Fashion Week.

1 + 2. Before and after the Tibi show, in which she helped style, dressed head to toe in Tibi.
3. At the Mulberry party in a dress by Phillip Lim Resort 2012.
4. Saying goodbye to NY in head to toe in Phillip Lim, apart from her Nike cap.

Source: style by kling.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Australia's Next Top Model Week Five.



This week on Australia's Next Top Model, the girls shot for one of the show's sponsors and health label
'Blackmores', in a shoot that was aimed to capture their natural beauty.

I don't know if it was just me, but I found this weeks concept and overall shoot to be so dull and disappointing.
I honestly could only choose one favourite from the bunch and that was this winning shot by Montana.
Best photo two weeks in a row!

Source: facebook/australiasnexttopmodel.

NYFW Fashion Elite.



There's something overwhelmingly inspiring about street style pics taken at fashion week.
While the incredibly diverse fashion has me captivated, it's the fash packs filled with immaculately styled fashion editors and directors, 
bloggers, PR and event managers that have me the most intrigued.
I always picture myself in their shoes and wonder what it would be like getting dressed the morning of a huge show, 
what it would be like to live their life, to have their career and of course, own their designer-filled wardrobes.
It's these images that make me want to push myself, to better myself, to someday be successful in a career that I love wholeheartedly.

Source: streetfsn.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Zimmermann Swim 2012.



Zimmermann's High Summer Swim Campaign 2012.
Shot by Cape Town-based photographer Henrik Purienne, starring stunning Hawaiian model Keke Lingard.
The shoot is located in sunny Malibu and set in and around a palatial mansion.
This seasons high summer bohemian-glamour collection sees a range of animal print, broderie anglaise and flirty florals, 
while the swimwear takes on a whole other level, marrying pretty and edgy with sheer panels and neon utility belts.

I've got to have the bandeau in the fifth shot.
GOT TO.

Source: the vine + harper's bazaar aus.