looking at life through magic glasses

the big guns

Tommy Ton of Jak & Jill and Phil Oh of Streetpeeper. These two are practically street style photographer royalty.

standout style

Valerie Soh, of www.valeriesoh.com, dressed so impeccably all through fashion week, was very friendly and as such a joy to photograph. I've been wondering who she was ever since RAFW- at that point in time I saw as a very stylish showgoer, with the right amount of bohemian fun and quirkiness thrown in (I mean, look at those stockings! They've got fringing running down the back!). So glad I now have a name to put to the face.

itadakimasu!

The lovely Samantha Hardman, founder of Melbourne label bento, in her vintage kimono was definitely a stand out!

the heels maketh the outfit

soft hues

sequins & skulls

RAFW: new street directions

I'm starting to explore the domain of street style photography and what better place to start than fashion week!

j'aime mon carré

Up, down, around... whichever way you like. A belt, a headscarf, a sarong, a top, a skirt or just as a scarf... whichever way takes your fancy. Now that I've found this splendid style project by Hermès, who knows... maybe my own beautiful Hermès scarf (my first!) from Paris will say hello to the world some time soon. I also acknowledge that it is a slippery slope here on in. J'aime mon carré is a true style inspiration- there are seven girls from around the world. Get a peek into their playtime with Hermès scarves.
Cred: jaimemoncarre

It's been too long

The last time I posted was way back in July, and suffice it to say that a post has been long overdue. The Olympics has been and gone, the global economic environment is changing before our very eyes and meanwhile, I've been studying very very hard to boost my GPA. You see- I need something fantastic if I want to go on student exchange to Europe next year! This is just a short entry since I can't resist- I found an incredible blog I just have to share, to tell you all that I'm not dead and that I will start posting more regularly as soon as my exams finish (in a month's time!).

So... remember That-Girl-With-The-Camera I, along with the rest of the fashion blogosphere, was wondering about? You know- that fabulous chic one with the whimsically beautiful style? I totally forgot about her until I saw another one of her pictures on the Sart (left), which intrigued me all over again. And as a true child of the tech revolution- I started googling!

Rei Shito worked (past tense) for Japanese street style magazines STREET, FRUiTS and TUNE as a photog and PR and if you've ever wanted to see her work from behind the lense (as opposed to in front of the camera at The Sartorialist)- now's your chance! It's been a few months now but she's opened her own blog- STYLE from TOKYO. It showcases exactly that- the style from hip Tokyo! That, along with her photos from fashion week etc...

I think Tokyo is powerful and so exciting,and something new always happens! Everyone I saw on the street have their own individuality ,and also their own style.To see them,and talk together always makes me feel a positive energy! And I really love it. I will always be on street,and shoot them having their own style.

And I agree with her 100%! There is this great vibe and energy from Tokyo that is so strong it's almost tangible. It's full of surprises and so incredibly vibrant! The different characters you see on her blog are a true reflection of that. So yes, go go go! Visit STYLE from TOKYO and see for yourself!

I'll be back in a month to talk more! I've missed posting here! xoxo

Cred: The Sart, STYLE from TOKYO

aka "Scoodie"

I much prefer to call it the hooded scarf because it just sounds nicer, but if you've never heard of it... a scoodie is a combination of the scarf and hoodie. I've never even seen anyone rock this until Renee of ANTM Cycle 8, who wore one by Kasil, but by the looks of it- this trend just might be picking up momentum, with brands from Urban Outfitters (L) to Mike & Chris (R) selling them.

















The UO one reminds me of the winter D&G collection a while back- you know, the one with the fur boots, thick white knits, white short shorts, snow and the works?

While both those designs have its own merits... I, however, happen to like this one better. By the Korean brand Bone, it seems to be completely sold out in the usual online shopping websites- I found this in the beauty and fashion section of soompi forum, a korean/asian site I sometimes visit for street style ideas. It's very versatile and looks a whole lot warmer than the M&C one (cheaper too!). Much more minimalist and stylish that the UO pompoms in my opinion... even if they make me think of D&G!

And for those with a bit of time on their hands, here is a scoodie DIY if you have a spare sweatshirt at home.

Cred: fabsugar, soompi ,urbanoutfitters, youtube

The Sart's Girl with the Camera

She seems to be Scott Schuman's newest style superstar, discovered during the SS08 shows, but her identity is a complete mystery! Just exactly who is she? Parisian or a fashion editor just there for fashion week? The suspense is killing me- I absolutely adore her cool quaint look! Whoever would've guessed that a nice big quality camera would become the ultimate accessory!
Photo cred: style.com, The Sart

Va va voom...

This girl was on stage singing with her band a combination of cool jazz and pop at the Sydney Aroma Festival 2007. Normally I would've just walked by, but her outfit is brilliant!
It's actually quite a simple style, but this is MAJOR (I use major because seriously, who doesn't want to talk like Posh?)! It's either the wind swept blonde hair, the silver aviators or the jacket/short skirt thing going on. I want to pluck her out of the noughties and place her back in the 70s. She's got that glamorous jet-setting/ air-hostess look about her. A 70s martini commercial would kind of work too. Kind of hard to explain... but bottom line is- she looks chic!

And just to clarify... the Aroma Festival is this annual event out at The Rocks with coffee, chocolate and tea stalls, and The Rocks is this place by the Harbor for those who don't know. It has a view of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and the Opera House, along with the Museum of Contemporary Art, hence making it a tourist hot spot. The Spanish scene from Mission Impossible II was actually filmed there!!
Cred: myself (apologies for the LQ!)