Forgive me for the excessive outfit posts in the last week and a bit, I’m currently snowed under with so much work that I haven’t been able to finish some of the things I wanted to bring you. I’m making up for it today with a huge recap on the weekend as well as all the outfit fun, so hold on for a huge selection of photos!
Anyway, my world is a whirlwind at present. A mess of designing, writing, sewing, events and attempting to keep body and soul together for everyone in the household. It has meant a few 2am bedtimes, but I just can’t seem to ever tame my over achieving nature. There was a small welcome break in one of these roles over the weekend however, as Mr. SKM took the girls on a trip to the country whilst I stayed in town for Fashion week events, parties and watching some very talented girls get their kit off! Intriguing?
Saturday began with a quick trip in to to Circa Vintage Clothing, seeking out patterns for inspiration for my Friends of Couture collection as well as my own personal stash. Nicole at Circa has more patterns than you could possibly imagine and it is like a little piece of nirvana to sit there and search through for heartbreakingly beautiful gems. Yes, I found something amazing, but that will have to wait for another day when I can show you the finished product.
Then it was onto Worn Wild Alternative Designers Market as part of the LMFF calendar. A great opportunity to check out lots of hand made and custom pieces as well as to meet and talk to the designers. So after a day of shopping and waltzing about looking at pretty things, it was off to see the amazing Sugar Blue Burlesque troop, over from Perth for one night only. Oh, if only there were more shows! Sugar Blue were out of this world amazing! The costumes, coreography, innovation and the downright cheekiness of it all. They really deserve their own post of highlights, so stay tuned.
So after all that shopping, socialising and sexy spangles, I finished off the night watching two beautiful friends perform at The Burlesque Bar here in Melbourne. The delightful Foxtrot India and the dark and devilishly good Miss Nic. What. A.Day!
And just what sort of outfit is going to tackle that kind of a schedule from 10am till 3am on a 30 degree day? That would be this one!
Outfit Details
Leopard print shirt – Zara
Gothic lolita bustle skirt – Fanplus Friend from One Day in Paradise here in Melbourne
Shoes – “Japan” from Wittner
Over the knee stockings – I wish I could remember!!
Little Birdy – Harem on Brunswick street
All that and it was only Saturday!
Still to come.. A Vintage Afternoon Tea, all the fun of Sugar Blue Burlesque and hitting Loreal Melbourne Fashion Week.
Gorgeous! And *gasp* the little bird hair clip – I am going to get one! It’s amazing!
And Sugar Blue were so very good, I didn’t take pics but want to think of a way of posting them, as they were truly fantastic.
The skirt is beyond awesome! And the bird in your hair is amazing…
I adore your stockings, they way they tie up at the back is gorgeous!
Love the hairpiece, just stunning. The skirt balances the outfit out perfectly.
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Wow you really did have a big weekend! I think this is my absolute favorite outfit of yours, and I love what you did with your hair. Was lovely to see you again Saturday! I owe you a drink next time.
xx
Such an awesome outfit! The skirt is particularly wonderful and, as it reminds me of a saloon girl, quite appropriate for a burlesque show I think.
Wow, look at that skirt! Love the saloon girl look.
I think this may be my favorite outfit so far. That skirt is faboo!
LOVE LOVE LOVE the skirt!
She’s so cheeky and gorgeous.
And YES Sugar Blue are amazing I’m from Perth and have seen them several times. Trixie Tassels is my fav
Weee, I love the skirt!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH I like your style ^^! escpecially your tights…..it’s so cute!!!!! And with the bird, it’s beautiful, you give a pixies atmosphère……i love!
thank you for everything it’s addresses for our shopping!
I love this outfit (as well as many of your others)…I really like it how you can carry off vintage glamour! I will probably look pretty silly if I try to wear a skirt like that…no matter how much I want to!
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE!
I love this look – the outfit is lovely, and you look gorgeous in it. I’d so wear it! I have quite a few fan plus friend items myself
don’t apologize for the outfit posts! i’m so happy you have been doing more of them lately-LOVE your daily outfits! this is definitely one of my favorites
I wish you could remember where you got the stockings too as I would be trying to purchase right now!
Great outfit, amazing hair!
Hello Candice!
What a great outfit! It was so lovely to meet up with you after Runway 2 on Tuesday night. I hope you enjoyed the 9pm runway and got some good interviews. So great that you managed to find someone to look after the children suddenly!
All the best,
Poppy xox
Candice,
New reader, obviously. You are such a delight! Who takes your daily outfit pictures? How long do you take getting put together in the morning? You are just a sight to behold. Mr. SKM is a lucky fella.
With Admiration from Colorado, USA
Sarah
Sarah: Hi there and welcome! You’ll find the answers to your questions and more in the FAQ section, but yes, I do take all my own pictures- well about 99% of them, and getting ready? About 20-30 minutes on an average day, all included. For a big event I allow myself about an hour.
Oh, divine! You look just stunning, that skirt is a winner (you know I love a bustle hehe)!
I ADORE the leopard print blouse! Such a great colour and a quirky twist on an office basic.
I am so enjoying your blog, thanks for all the effort you put it – it’s much appreciated!
cheers
Bella
~walks off all pretty in Novo, now renamed the ‘SuperKawaiiMamaBoots’~
Bella: Aren’t they great! I’m catching up on a backlog of work, but have pics to post on these too.
great outfit skm I love the little bird!
Hi Sweetheart!! I got your message the other day, that was very thoughtful, thank you and thank you for explaining too, glad to see you posting, glad to hear from you, and I know what’s like to have a full plate.
Really like this – colourful & full of character!
This is definitely my favourite outfit of yours so far
I have been looking everywhere for a bustle skirt like that…thanks so much for the link!
I can testify to this outfit being gorgeous in real life! You are stunning my dear.
Lovely to see you at Sugarblue x Site is looking tres cute!
Gorgeous gorgeous outfit!
You look fabulous Candice! I love the hat. Cute, cute!
xx
DD
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