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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STREET STYLE: AUTUMN

The leaves are fading to red-orange hues and the winter chill is approaching. Monochrome, simplistic and minimalist outfits suitable for the cooler temperatures come to mind when experiencing the season. Incorporate blazers, felt hats, and black heels or brogues into your styling. Try going for a natural look with a touch of colour, perhaps bright pink, coral or peach lipstick, paired with bold accessories including clutches, handbags, or chunky watches and bracelets. Start getting those jumpers and trench coats out of your closet too. 
The Lipstick Girl loves Alexa Chung's mix-matching of pieces in her outfit ensembles.
What will your autumn style be like?

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All images do not belong to TLG.

MY VINTAGE FINDS: BROOCHES!

Being an avid vintage collector, I adore vintage fashion accessories. In particular, rare and unique brooches are great finds. Brooches are easy to wear and add a stylish touch to any outfit. Here are some of my best finds of beautiful brooches, both old and new, each with an old-fashioned twist.

1. 1950s multi-coloured flower brooch with leaves and berries. 
2. 1950/60s oval cream and orange ceramic floral brooch with metal border detail.
3. 1920s style art deco blue, silver and black bow brooch.
4. Oval brooch with Monet's painting, from Claude Monet's Garden in Giverny, France.
5. Coral, cream and gold-coloured oval cameo brooch, from Kirribilli Markets, Sydney.
6. 1990s metallic blue-grey circular brooch with stars and multi-coloured diamentes, from Paddington Markets, Sydney.
7. 1950s white flower brooch with leaves.

WEEKLY HIGHLIGHT: MBFWA 2013

From clean lines of Camilla and Marc, to vibrant galactic-like costumes of Romance Was Born, and to edgy and elegant ensembles of Gabriel Lee, the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2013 at Carriageworks, Sydney, was definitely this week's highlight. With front row celebrities, upcoming local and international designers, top models, and unique street style, it was an excitement for all. There was a great variety of colour, shape and line, which created a magnificent atmosphere and presented an insightful perspective of the fashion world prevalent in Australia. Despite not attending the amazing fashion event, I was still able to absorb the action-packed excitement of shows through the MBFWA website and other blogs.

The Lipstick Girl loves... the stunning lip colour used by Lisa Ho. Check it out and have a try yourself (Hair Romance)!

All images do not belong to TLG.

Front row celebrities (from Harper's Bazaar Australia)

Rachel Rutt strutting Manning Cartell (from Katherine is Awesome)

Show-goer (from Breakfast with Audrey)

Nicole Warne (from Katherine is Awesome)

Camilla and Marc (from Breakfast With Audrey)

Romance Was Born (from MBFWA)

Romance Was Born (from MBFWA)

Gabriel Lee (from MBFWA)

Alice McCall (from Hair Romance)

Lisa Ho (from Breakfast With Audrey)

Striking dark maroon, purple-red coloured lipstick used in Lisa Ho's Show (from Hair Romance)