Photo shoot for Material Pleasures

I thought I would share with you some work I have been doing for Material Pleasures. Last Saturday I styled some shots for the store at what I thought was an un-used old train line... we had a few unexpected trains run past :/ 

Vintage dress

We finished the shoot safely though our very brave model Kathleen nearly broke her leg trying to balance on the rocky mound for the graffiti shots! 

Material Pleasures is a fashion addicts dream. They specialize in reselling pre-loved designer clothing for a fraction of the original price and their show room is HUGE!  I write for their blog as well to keep everyone updated on the new treasures that come in (the turnover is so fast! They get in about 500 new pieces every week!)  materialpleasuresgirl.blogspot.com

Camilla Kaftan

Jeannie Lynn Paske's Obsolete World: A Haunt To Watch Over

"They would not be so excluded"

 Next time your perusing the web looking for something interesting to indulge your eyes in, check out obsolete-world.blogspot.com  Jeannie creates these amazing, quirky illustrations.  

Jeannie Lynn Paske's Obsolete World: A Haunt To Watch Over:

'Long Absent Travelers'
I want one!

'Given the Chance'

 

Dorothy & Mr.Lee at the National Portrait Gallery Shop

Necklace packaging. Up-cycled from old tins and
decorated with ribbons, fabrics and old paper

Feather and lace necklace made from refashioned garments

Neck piece made from recycled  pearls and silk

Dorothy & Mr.Lee in the National Portrait Gallery Store!

The new jewellery collection is in the National Portrait Gallery Shop, you can visit them at  King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT . I would love your support to establish my line in the store so please pop in!

About the collection : each piece is unique , made from a variety of up cycled materials such as leather, silk, feathers, beads and pearls. There are only 7 in store and the styles will not be repeated.

MEPP: Free workshop on Styling 'You, Inside and Out"

I'm so proud to be a part of the  "Styling You ~ Inside & Out' workshop for Summer of Respect. 

Blog - MEPP: Summer of Respect:

As part of the Summer of Respect Events program, the Multicultural Women's Advocacy (MWA) along with MEPP will host a full day workshop "Styling You ~ Inside & Out' with a focus on confidence, self-worth, self-management, style and empowerment.

For more info go to meppproject.blogspot.com/2011/10/summer-of-respect or Summer of Respect on Facebook 

To secure your place for the workshop (limited to 15 places) RSVP to mepp.mwa@gmail.com 

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Vintage Fair

On Saturday I frocked up and visited The Way We Wear Vintage Fair at Albert Hall . I had heard amazing things about these markets but have never been,  I was hooked as soon as I saw my first vintage lady. The lady at the door was dressed in the most devine 1950s style with hair and makeup styled to perfection!

Walking into the beautiful hall was like stepping into a time machine with a blur of fashion from the last 200 years. 

The stalls were all beautifully presented. My favorite was Coco Repose by Jessica Guthrie. Jessica has a polished selection of books, shoes, hats, dresses and lots of delicious little treasures. You can check out her pretties here.

The fairs are also held in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast & Hobart. Lock in  29th-30th June in your diary for the next Canberra The Way We Wear Fair!'

For more details visit  thewaywewearfairs.com

Amazing changes

A little while ago I had the pleasure of meeting a group of women who are doing a course on exploring their passions and dreams for their future, and establishing themselves in their community.

Over two sessions I talked with them about style and confidence. I shared my believes that when you are dressing for YOU, wearing things that you love and have confidence in choosing how you present yourself to the world amazing things happen. 

The group was comprised of all ages, different cultures & backgrounds, mothers, students and professionals.

I saw these women again five weeks later at a cocktail party they had arranged to celebrate their achievements and I was totally amazed. They had taken a little sprinkle of my knowledge and encouragement and taken on their wardrobes with gusto. Each of them was so expressive and proud. Their style wasn’t dictated by trends; I could see they had created their looks with thought and passion from within. The most moving part for me was realising they are now proud and happy when they stand out from the crowd.

These ladies are now pursuing their dream careers in work placements, study and some have even already secured paid work.

Suitcase Love!

I am in love with old suitcases. A passion my partner doesn't share- When I set them up next to the couch as little side tables he thought I was moving out! He just doesn't get they are just as useful as a beautiful 'thing' to decorate your house with!.

DesignSponge

Painted suitcases at
ModernCountryStyle

Make Your Own Floral Suitcase
by Elsie
at A Beautiful Mess

Feathers Lace and Pearls

Here's a sneak peek of the new neck piece collection that will be hitting the shops soon. I had soo much fun creating them, I got out all my pretties- pearls,feathers , old copper zippers, laces and LOTS and LOTS of fabric! Each piece is a one-off and totally unique. Retail prices range from $80- $150.

White Au-Naturel Necklace

Powder Blue Weave Necklace

Like a Virgin Necklace

Rounded Renegade Necklace

Silk 'n Pearls Collar

The Blue Beast Necklace

I'll keep you posted on stockists :)

Like a Virgin Necklace

I've just started working on a new jewelry line with reworked textiles and came across many clever yet beautiful DIY weaving techniques and refashion inspiration.

Enjoy

x Tahlia

Annelise Albers woven washers necklace

 DIY Totorial at Honestly WTF

 DIY rope necklace by Honestly WTF via Refinery 29

Master the art of weaving on the Tying it all together channel on You Tube

Necklace made from tights at Smaggle Style