Violet & I: Into the Woods II

1. V&I Margherita Jumpsuit, Evil Twin Furry Knit, Jeffrery Campbell Platforms 2. V&I Flamenco Skirt, Mossman Crop Top 3. V&I Kindred Spirit Cropped Jumper, Portmans Skirt, Tony Bianco Boots 4. V&I Blazer, May Dress, Tony Bianco Wedges

So I present to whoever's interested out there, a series of images from my first ever 'proper' photoshoot. Aptly (or unoriginally) named 'Into the Woods', we decided that somewhere in the heart of Mount Dandenong would be the perfect backdrop to complement the outfits I had in mind. These Violet & I pieces are a mix from current and previous collections, featuring a range of printed silks, chunky knits and simple well-tailored blazers. I love how there's something special in the design of each piece, yet they remain so wearable and easily styled - here I have dug into my own wardrobe to complete each individual look.

We had ventured onto a gravel road that seemed way too narrow to be a two-way path and really, there was no turning back once we were on it. Not to be a total girl but I hate creepy crawlies and trust me there were a ton of weird and wonderful creatures out there! Anyway, sometime during the shoot this black thing (a leech perhaps) made its way up the open-toe of my wedge which left me swatting and screaming in horror. Also I almost took a forward tumble off the rock up the top; my 5 inch platforms didn't quite leave me much room to react to save myself. I was rather traumatised. 

Nevertheless, I'm so glad to see that the shots turned out beautifully, if I might say so myself ;) Let me know what you think? x

Thanks Thomas and Eric for being such perfectionists with the photos.

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Violet & I: Into the Woods

Violet & I Mandala Skirt; H&M Top; Tony Bianco Shoes

I'm glad to finally be able to show you what I got up to with a number of beautiful pieces by Melbourne-based label Violet & I, as earlier promised!

These are a few of my favourite shots from a shoot up on Mt Dandenong. This skirt from the current AW 12 collection reminds me so much of a ballerina tutu and the days when I actually did dance as a young girl. With a simple low-backed tank and a dash of red, I really like how they come together with a girlie innocence.

There was really something magical about being the midst of all these impossibly tall and skinny trees, so far out into the woods that our phone networks were out of reach. We had been mapping our trip on our ever so trusty iPhones and to be honest felt lost and secluded when our connection dropped and had to use paper Melways instead! First world problems..

Plenty more to share x

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Prelude to Violet & I

A few weeks ago I met with Anna Linklater, designer of Melbourne-based label Violet & I. It's a beautiful label that embraces the feminine aesthetic with a touch of bohemian influence. Long flowy maxis and vibrant prints feature beside neutral tones and thick knits in the current A/W12 collection,  'Cold Mountain'. I loved how naturally elegant the pieces looked and decided to do a little something with them - can't wait to reveal what I got up to!