Bump Chic

April 13, 2013 in Fashion

Hi, I’m Amy – creator of Absolute Amy.  I’m a wife and mum to a gorgeous, happy 2 year old girl with another baby on the way.  I love cupcakes, coffee, high tea and beautiful candles – to name just a few things!
Through my blog Absolute Amy I share everything I’m loving in my life – recipes, fashion, beauty products, kids things, events and much, much more.
You can find me sharing snaps from my day on Instagram and also over on Facebook and Twitter.
Today I’ve pulled together three ‘Bump Chic’ looks for all of those pregnant mummas out there.
Thanks so much to Melinda and Sonia for having me on Shop Me Chic today.
Enjoy!
A xxx

Winter Forecast: Pastels

March 12, 2013 in Fashion

Okay, round 2 of my secretive, covert mission.

I donned my uber large black sunnies to remain inconspicuous and my mental notebook (plus a thousand layers – who visits NYC during the coldest freeze storm!).

I hit 5th Avenue, Times Square and Soho.  All for you.  So you are able to be on trend before the trend hits our shores.  All for you to be the fashionista of your friends and colleagues.

And when they ask how you knew, just tell them about the fabulous me.  Not going to work?  Okay fine, take all the credit!

The next trend to start rolling in is pastels.

Yes, I hear you.  Just when you get used to fluorescents, they dim the colours.  But don’t worry, these pastels are actually pretty.

My favourite store in the US, Forever 21 (mainly for the clothes but also for the shared feeling of never wanting to be older than 21) dedicated an entire floor to this trend.

I’m so grateful that one of the trends this winter has some colour.

1. Textured High-Low Shirt US$19.80 // 2. Prue Statement Stretch Ring $14.99 // 3. Hello Darling Set Of 2 Pastels: The First Corsage & Butter Wouldn’t Melt $34.99 // 4. Estele Embellished Sweater $79.99 // 5. 1&20 Blackbirds5th Avenue Tweed Shorts $54.95 // 6. Luichiny Free To Be Mint Gold Plated Peep Toe Platform Pumps US$85.00

Hot or not?  Which are you going to wear?

Stay a chic fashionista,

Avi

xo

Shop Your Birthstone: March

March 8, 2013 in Beauty, Fashion, Lifestyle

Happy Birthday to all the fabulous March born babies tuning in today!

Today’s post is the 3rd in our ‘Shop Your Birthstone’ series and we have the March birthstone, Aquamarine.

Apart from being aesthetically pleasing with it’s pretty soft blue-green colour, Aquamarine has been associated with peace and serenity and folklore says that Aquamarine will even protect against gossip!

So if you’re a March baby or you just happen to like Aquamarine’s, here is our picks for this month…

1. White Gold Square Aquamarine Studs from Angara ($359.99) // 2. Crinkle in Time Scarf from Modcloth ($15.99) // 3. Statement of the Art Necklace in Sky from Modcloth ($49.99) // 4. Sasha Lace Overlay Skirt from Forever New ($59.95) // 5. Hello Darling Wading Pool ($18.95) // 6. Reims Quilted Cross Body Bag from Ooh La La ($89.00)

Were you born in March? Or do you just happen to love the pretty colour of Aquamarine?

Stay Chic,

Melinda xx

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Lace Me Up

February 26, 2013 in Fashion

We may still be lapping up the final days of hot weather; however we are officially just around the corner from Autumn. This means stores everywhere are discounting Summer stock (score!) and filling their shelves with Autumn and Winter fashion (exciting!).

One trend to keep an eye on this Autumn/Winter is a particular favourite of mine…

Lace.

Lace has had a real resurgence of late and I for one am so glad about that. It’s a beautiful fabric that is incredibly feminine, elegant and classic. Lace is a wonderful way to add texture to an outfit and it can be worn day or night. Corporate, casual or chic.

Here are some lovely lace picks to add to your Autumn/Winter wardrobe…

 1. Witchery Lace Front Top ($79.95) // 2. ModCloth ‘A Lace in Mind’ Dress ($54.99) // 3. Oasis Lace Pencil Skirt from ASOS (on sale $33.29) // 4. Forever New ‘Lola’ Day Dress ($79.99) // 5. Whistles Sporty Lace Skirt from ASOS ($183.10) // 6. ModCloth ‘Twist of Lime’ Top ($34.99)

Are you a fan of lace? How do you like to add lace to an outfit?

Stay Chic,

Sonia xx

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I Carry Your Heart

February 14, 2013 in Fashion

“I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart)” – E. E. Cummings

Happy Valentine’s Day lovers!

It’s the most romantic day of the year (if you believe the Hallmark cards overtaking every newsagent and supermarket), but whether you buy into the commercialism of Valentine’s Day or not, it’s still a lovely excuse to feel loved up – with your husband, partner, children, pets, shoes…

And so what should one wear on such a heartfelt, heart warming day?

Why hearts, of course!

Here are our lovely picks for Valentine’s Day…

1. Wildfox Sparkle Heart Sweatshirt from Shopbop ($108.84) // 2. ASOS Heart Shaped Sunglasses ($19.97) // 3. Moschino Cheap & Chic Heart Print Silk Scarf from House of Fraser (approx. $235.27) // 4. ModCloth ‘Button But Love’ Clutch ($49.99) // 5. Club L Heart Cardigan from ASOS (on sale $41.61) // 6. Colette 3 Heart Ring Set ($5.95) // 7. Forever New Heart Embellished Clutch ($59.99) // 8. Marc by Marc Jacobs Logo Heart Stud Earrings from Shopbop ($48.37) // 9. Peter Alexander Ladies Love Scuff Slippers ($29.90)

If you’re still stuck for a last minute gift idea, be sure to check out our 5 picks for men and our 7 picks for women.

How are you celebrating Valentine’s Day today?

Stay Chic,

Sonia xx

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Shop Her Chic: Mez from Domestic Divinity

January 16, 2013 in Fashion

One of our favourite series returns for the first time in 2013 but this time, with a brand new name!

The concept of Get Her Chic will continue with a new blogger and their style featured each month but from now on the series will be known as Shop Her Chic.

To kick off Shop Her Chic for 2013, we have the beautiful (and glowing!) Mez from Domestic Divinty!

I have something to admit. I don’t follow trends, I don’t consider myself fashionable and I have never purchased Vogue magazine.  I know. Don’t hold it against me, please.

I have always been a slightly lazy person, often considering hanging up clothing after wearing it as too much effort and if it smells good from the pile in my bedroom, it will do.

I do try and dress for my body type though and being 32 weeks pregnant (at the time this article goes live) has thrown me some curve balls, literally.  I have always been small yet curvy with an hourglass figure. I knew how to dress for my body type and that was by either wearing tailored fitted dresses with a length that hit the knee or full skirted dresses with a nipped in waist.  I currently have tubs full of over 80 beautiful dresses which I hope to be wearing again soon after the baby is born.

I don’t really wear pants. They just never seem to fit me right, standing at 158cm has it’s downfalls in the clothing alteration department. Pants also do not hide sins in the same way that skirts or dresses do if you ask me.

As for maternity wear, I have tried to wear what I find to be comfortable and will be wearable after our daughter is born in early March 2013. I have seen a lot of beautiful maternity wear but cannot justify the cost of the majority of it, preferring to find a bargain from Target, Big W, Sportsgirl or Kookai instead.  The only down fall of buying clothes that are not Maternity is that the bigger the bump gets, the shorter the dress gets and for someone who doesn’t particularly love her knees, this is an issue.

I am trying to embrace necklaces more and more these days as I find they can liven up a dull outfit and are a great and inexpensive way to change the look of that dress that you have been wearing to death lately.

I confess that I do not have a great love for shoes and handbags like most other girls that I know, I am quite content to wear the same shoes to death (quite literally, I don’t buy a new pair until the current pair fall apart usually) and bang around the same bag.

The outfit in these photos was taken when we attended a casual Engagement Party but is pretty true to my every day style at the moment.

Dress: Sussan

Necklace: Catherine Stein purchased in New York City

Clutch: Sussan

Sandals: Witchery

Nail Polish: OPI I’m Indi-A Mood For Love

I do think that if you look in the mirror, give yourself a wolf whistle and strut out the door – you are not only feeling good but lookin’ good too and it doesn’t matter what you are wearing or how others perceive you and your style.

Someone once referred to my blog, Domestic Divinity, as a Fashion Blog and I nearly choked on the dumpling I was eating. Fashion Blog? Me? No way. I ‘run’ a Lifestyle blog which is basically me sharing tidbits of my very regular life which may include posts on Weddings, Outfits of The Day, Eating Out, Beauty Reviews and Babies. I don’t follow any plan on what to write and just write about what is relevant to me. Blogging has introduced me to some of my very good friends and it is incredible to have such a network on Twitter, Facebook, Blogger and Instagram.

Here’s our take on Mez’s gorgeous maternity style…

1. Hora Maxi Dress from Sportscraft ($41) // 2. Natasha Stone Necklace from Forever New ($24.99) // 3. OPI Indi-a Mood for Love from MBeautyLounge ($6.45) // 4. Kardashian Kollection Coco Woven Clutch from EverMe ($69.99) // 5. Tony Bianco Jiselle Flat in Nude ($89.95)

Do you love Mez’s pregnancy style as much as we do? What do you think of the newly renamed Shop Her Chic?

Melinda & Sonia x

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Summer Accessories Under $20

January 10, 2013 in Fashion

You might remember a little while ago Melinda found some fabulous accessories that were all under $20. You all went mad for that post, so we’ve decided to bring it back again – this time with some sassy Summer picks.

Now that all the Christmas presents have been unwrapped and the decorations have been put away (and the credit card statement has appeared in the letterbox), we’re once again looking at cheap and cheerful ways to update your look without breaking the bank.

And of course the easiest way to do that is with accessories!

The fabulous thing about Summer accessories is that colour is everywhere, which means you can keep your outfit super simple (think white tank with tailored shorts or a neutral dress) and let your accessories take centre stage. Also, when the weather starts turning the corner into Autumn Avenue, you can hang onto that piece of Summer with your accessories!

I’ve had a little search of the internet to find the most colourful and affordable accessories you can own right now, with just one little click…

1. Colette by Colette Hayman ‘Glamour Evening’ Earrings ($12.95) // 2. Forever New ‘Aleda’ Enamel Bangle Set ($19.99) // 3. Sportsgirl ‘Origami’ Plate Necklace (on sale $9.95) // 4. Target Drop Earrings in Orange ($7.50) // 5. Shabby Sisters ‘Navajo Nights’ Bracelet ($15.00) // 6. Colette by Colette Hayman Square Enamel Ring ($5.95) // 7. Diva ‘Colour Pop’ Enamel Collar Necklace ($19.99) // 8. Target Pink Filigree Earrings ($7.50) // 9. Lovisa Black Neon Claw-Set Ring (on sale $5.00) // 10. Lovisa Faceted Pink Chain Link Necklace ($16.99)

Have you scored any bargains this Summer? Tell us about them!

Stay Chic,

Sonia xx

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Summer Casual Chic

December 4, 2012 in Fashion

The days are getting hotter, and there’s really no better feeling than slipping out of your work wear after a long day and into some comfy casuals to head down to the beach for a sunset walk or to wander down to your local café for a gelati.

But just because you’re going casual doesn’t mean you can’t also be chic.

You can still incorporate the biggest trends of Summer 2012-13 – think neon, metallic and prints – with classic pieces to create a fabulous outfit while still being incredibly comfortable.

Here are some casual chic items to get you started…

1. Witchery Summer Low Back Dress in Coral ($129.95)

I love a dress that you can just throw on over your bathers (or nothing at all!) and it looks glam just as it is.

2. Novo ‘Seattle’ Sandals ($59.95)

Neutral with just the right amount of beading to give these sandals some lift.

3. Sussan ‘Carpenter’ Linen Shorts in Blush ($49.95)

Linen is such a lovely Summer fabric and these fab shorts come in a variety of colours including blush, lagoon (blue), crimson and golden kiss.

4. Seduce ‘Jet-Setter’ Shorts from Jour et Nuit ($109.95)

A great pair of tailored black shorts are always in style. An investment piece for sure.

5. Billini ‘Hannah’ Sandals in Leopard from StyleTread ($19.95)

Leopard print is always in fashion (in my opinion!) and at this price, you can afford to buy them in every colour.

6. Forever New ‘Bethany’ Floral A-Line Skirt ($49.99)

I love a good a-line skirt that sits above the knee. Fun, flirty and feminine.

7. Dotti Twist Strap Maxi Dress ($59.95)

Another fantastic “throw it on and go” dress in the maxi form. Love the stripes and the twist strap detail.

8. Forever New ‘Willow’ Neon Trim Swing Tank in Fluorescent Lime ($29.99)

I adore a swing tank – they are stylish yet forgiving! And this Forever New number is right on trend, with its pop of neon, which comes in lime or coral.

9. Esther ‘Beach Time’ Tank ($49.00)

Another cute stripey number that would look great with denim cutoffs or tailored shorts.

What’s your favourite casual chic outfit?

Stay Chic,

Sonia. xx

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Secret Santa Gifts Under $20

November 15, 2012 in Lifestyle

For those of us that work in an office, this time of year sees that familiar email sent to all staff, and you will have one of two reactions: “yay!” or “delete!”. The email I’m referring to? Secret Santa!

As you can probably guess, I’m one of the “yay!” sayers. I love buying gifts for other people – yes, even my fellow co-workers! I like to try and find the right item that will guarantee a happy face when they unwrap their gift.

Sometimes we don’t know the person we have been given all that well, which can be a bit challenging. The gift buying process can also be made more difficult by the budget that is set – usually under $20.

But that doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun searching around to find your colleague a fantastic gift.

I’ve done some in depth research and have found some great options for you (and me!) to purchase for the people we spend so much of our days with…

 1. Little Miss Sunshine Mug from Peter’s of Kensington ($12.00) // 2. Forever New ‘Rita’ Retro Handset ($19.99) // 3. Keep Cup ‘AFL Series’ ($13.95–$17.95) // 4. kikki.K 2013 ‘Happy’ Weekly Diary ($16.95) // 5. Charging Charlie from The Gifted Man ($19.95) // 6. Skybar Wine Traveller from Dan Murphy’s ($19.99) // 7. Witchery Neon Cosmetic Bag ($16.95) // 8. Sportsgirl ‘Ferris Wheel’ Photo Frame ($19.95)

Are you participating in a workplace Secret Santa? What will you be buying your colleague?

Stay Chic,

Sonia. xx

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Celebrity Chic: Emma Freedman

November 6, 2012 in Fashion

Today marks the biggest day on the Australian racing calendar. It’s the race that stops the nation and the one time that most of us actually take any interest in horse racing (not to mention placing a bet).

Here at Shop Me Chic, our favourite part of the Spring Racing Carnival is the fashion (obviously!) and so who better to select for our Celebrity Chic post on Melbourne Cup Day than a member of Australian racing royalty…

Emma Freedman!

Emma is not only the daughter of five time Melbourne Cup winner, Lee Freedman but is also the weather presenter for the Weekend Today show and Racewear Ambassador for David Jones.

Her bright and bubbly nature makes her so incredibly likeable and Emma has a very accessible sense of style that appeals to a wide audience. She’s definitely someone we could imagine having many giggles with over a bottle of champers.

Emma likes to have fun with fashion and so do we, which is why we’ve followed her neon lead.

Here’s our take on Emma’s outfit…

1. Gregory Ladner Sequin Clutch from David Jones Online ($69.95) // 2. Verali ‘Jocasa’ Heel from StyleTread ($79.95) // 3. Forever New ‘Aliona’ Dress ($129.99)

Are you having a flutter today? Will you be attending a Melbourne Cup event? What will you be wearing?

Stay Chic,

Sonia. xx

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