STREET STYLE: WINTER (follow my blog with Bloglovin)

Fog forms on your bedroom window, the air is crisp and chilly. You know winter has arrived when it's too cold to get out of bed with several doonas and blankets. But don't be down because anyone can dress with as much style in winter, despite the rain. Take out your fur coats and jackets (really show them off and experiment with bright-coloured ones too), overcoats, trench coats, big knits, jumpers, turtle neck tops, blazers, skinny jeans, leather jackets + skirts + pants, and get ready for winter! Use nude, light pink or dark purple/maroon lipstick shades with a touch of pinky blush and thick darkened brows + lashes. Accessorise with a black bow tied under a white blouse collar, leather boots, fur + woollen scarves, stockings, knee-high socks, thick floppy felt hats, berets, thick gold + silver chains, and pearls, with black or white totes, bowler and shopper bags. 

The Lipstick Girl is particularly in love with fur coats in leopard prints + thick oversized coats:

• Isabel Marant Beige Leopard Print Fur coat
• Topshop Boyfriend Coat
• Vero Moda Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat
• Isabel Marant Primo Leopard print Rabbit coat
• Boutique Mara Leopard Faux Fur Coat
• BB Dakota Damian Leopard Printed Faux Fur Coat
• Oasis Leopard Fur Coat
• River Chelsea Girl Island Faux Fur Coat

Here are some inspiring images for some chilly-dressing. Tell me about your look this winter xx

All images do not belong to TLG.


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JEWELLERY: CHAINED UP!

As most up-to-date-with-fashion people have been recently, The Lipstick Girl is obsessed with chain accessories, particularly jewellery including chunky necklaces + bracelets. I suggest buying classic bright gold or silver ones that are heavy and of good quality which will last for a longer time and won't fade colour easily, to go for a vintage Chanel look. The Lipstick Girl is absolutely loving her Forever New gold chain necklace + bracelet, and vintage silver + gold chains, pairing it with the perfect bright lipstick hue (hot pink or coral works best!). Enjoy the pics below (all photographs belong to TLG except Chanel + tumblr ones)! xx

Chanel caviar black silk scarf

Lanvin Autumn 2013

My chains:

1. Forever New Katie Chain Link Necklace (Gold)
2. Forever New Katie Chain Link Bracelet (Gold)
3. Vintage thin silver chain link necklace
4. 80s Vintage gold chain with faux black leather + pearls

More of The Lipstick Girl's picks:

• Forever New Kalista Diamante Chain Necklace (Gold/Crystal)
• Forever New Lexi Double Chain Link Necklace (Gold)
• 10 Bells Thick Chain Classic Necklace (Gold)
• 10 Bells Thick Chain Classic Bracelet (Gold)
• ASOS Chunky Chain Waist Belt (Gold)
• ASOS Extra Long Chain Necklace (Gold)
• Lovisa Silver Chain Link Necklace

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STYLE INSPIRATION: B + W

If there are any readers out there, here is some inspiration for your perspiration, channelling Black + White vibes. This style inspiration post became black + white, because for some weird reason, when choosing images, I involuntarily picked all black + white ones! Here are some looks, beautiful ladies and places that The Lipstick Girl has always admired. 

I would really appreciate your comments on what you think about this blog (or this post/other posts, what you would like to see, suggestions, questions, etc.) and spread the word about it xx

Have a great day lovelies,

The Lipstick Girl

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MY VINTAGE FINDS: NORTH SYDNEY MARKET

Recently The Lipstick Girl has been very busy going around Sydney to various markets (sweet joy!).

Two weeks ago I went to the North Sydney Market, which had a Parisian-style flea market full of 'Trash n' Treasure'. As my first time attending the market, it was fun and cute with some great vintage items.

There were even vintage Glomesh and Oroton bags, as well as many brooches, jewellery and other accessories. 

Some tips to ensure you buy the best vintage pieces:

• Always check the condition of an item - look for stains, rips, tears, missing buttons/beading/other decorations, loose thread, broken zippers/clasps, etc. - if present, don't buy, unless it is essential and you can easily repair it
• Check what you are buying is authentically vintage by examining the quality of the material(s), colour, features, overall design and brand 

Here are some new vintage wonders I sourced from the market! Enjoy x

1. 60s style green, white and navy scarf.
2. 80s Hawaiian parrot, hibiscus flower and pineapple gold brooch.
3. Large pearl beaded gold necklace.

For more information about the market go to the North Sydney Market website. 

P.S. The next market is on 8 June!

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UPCOMING EVENT: FASHION WEEKEND SYDNEY

Another exciting upcoming fashion event is the Sydney Fashion Weekend, on May 16-19 at the Royal Hall of Industries, Moore Park. It is one of Sydney's most exclusive designer shopping, beauty and catwalk events, as well as one of the biggest in Australia. It will be action-packed with shopping from Australia's top designers, an ultimate catwalk runway experience, and Beauty Hub. For more information go to the Fashion Weekend website and their Facebook page.

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UPCOMING EVENT: LOVE VINTAGE SHOW, MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA

The Lipstick Girl wishes to inform you that the Love Vintage Show is soon showing next weekend in Melbourne, May 17-19 at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens. Be sure to attend this amazing vintage event which I always thoroughly enjoy! For more information head to the Love Vintage website. 

(from Love Vintage Show in Sydney)

If you have already attended this event, are planning to, or have any questions, please comment what you think about the Love Vintage Show, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

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LIPSTICK: RED ALARM

One of the most essential and fabulous lipsticks that The Lipstick Girl can't live without, is RED lipstick. The timeless red alarm colour is a classic and elegant shade that any woman has the power to pull off.

Here are some picks of The Lipstick Girl's favourite red lipsticks:

1. CHANEL Rouge Allure Lipstick in 98 Coromandel

CHANEL, Coromandel

2. CHANEL Rouge Coco Shine in 63 Rebelle

CHANEL, Rebelle

Check out Chanel's new 'beau' Le Rouge de Chanel - Rouge Coco Shine ad campaign video and collection.

3. Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture The Mats in 201 Orange Imagine

YSL, Orange Imagine

4. Dior Rouge Dior in 999 Ara Red

Dior, Ara Red

5. MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Russian Red

MAC, Russian Red

Please feel free to comment and give your opinion about your favourite red lipsticks. 

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