Hit List: AUGUST

Seeing as August is my birthday month, I thought I'd indulge in my dual obsessions for this month's Hit List. Ponies AND fashion. Hey, it's my birthday, I can do what the hell I want!

This mustang head necklace from Trinket is BIG. Just how I like my jewelry - chunky, silver, and loooong.

I absolutely loathe mass-produced printed tee's, and while this MLP one isn't a complete original - you can bet that you won't see a dozen other people rocking it at the same time as you, cause you can't buy it off the rack. YAY! (from mrvintage.com.au)

I knowwww it's last season (and Mintshop have run out of my size)

but I've coveted this horse-print bikini from Azzolinni for AGES and if I had the body to rock it well, it'd be mine in a snap. Believe.

Finally...while flipping through Frankie the other week I found a sweet little limited edition horse-print hoodie by Hooda. I loved it so much I had my boyfriend buy it for my birthday, and I'm waiting on delivery as I type. Stay tuned for some snaps!

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Trend: TOUGHEN UP

I've been waiting MONTHS for my fave footwear look to trickle down to an affordable level (under $300...c'mon, I'm a student) and now, just in time for summer, I'm seeing some start to hit the shelves. Wheeee!That's right, buh-bye pretty peeptoes, hellooo souped-up sandals! This summer it's all about the juxtaposition of tougher elements with feminine accents (pair some of these babies with cute shorts or a floaty mindress) so I'ma get my hands on a pair asap.

Let's face it - nothing says "I kick ass" more than a pair of tough, gladiator inspired platform heels.

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MMSFW update #1

Okay, so I'm completely super-pumped to be going to MMSFW again this year on behalf of thescene.com.au, and have been jamming my schedule outside of work/class time full of fashion week-y happenings.

So far, the Baroq House events look interesting, and I'm desperately trying to figure out how to get myself into the salon shows...

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Label: LIMEDROP

I saw one of Limedrop's cute little foxhead necklace in a magazine, and fell utterly in love with it immediately. Dear boyfriend, if you're reading this - buy me one.

Limedrop is based in Brissy and these little cherrywood charmers are available for under 50 bucks. Adorable AND affordable. Sigh.

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Trend: NU-RAVE

People, grab your glowsticks - the Nu-Rave trend is here to stay. For a little bit longer, anyway.

Think bright colours, crazy patterns, insane cuts (who knew that Material Boy would ever take design inspiration from a Kylie Minogue video?) and op-shop originals - not those hideous 'brite' slogan teeshirts from Supre (nobody likes faux-nu-rave).

I didn't predict that the 80's craze of last summer would trickle into the indie-kid club scene, bringing the UK-centric nu-rave wave to our shores with such speed, but I'm pretty glad that my blue fluro boardshorts are still somewhat wearable this coming summer.

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Summertime is almost here...

Lucky for us, two of my fave labels have launched swimwear lines in time to beat the heat. Both Camilla & Marc and Lover have made their first forays into the competitive world of designer cossies as part of their 07/08 SS collections.

The duo behind Camilla & Marc have released a line of swimwear under the label C&M Camilla and Marc, and follow the same principles applied to their clothing - fabulous fit and great cuts paired with sophisticated, forward design. The line is inspired by "a European escape" and features pretty prints, "sweet details" and looks to be pretty bang-on for the emerging Parisienne trend.

Lover's signature feminine style oozes through their debut swimwear collection, released under the label One Plus One. The duo behind Lover saw designing swimwear as an extension of the bodysuits which feature in their existing collection, coveted by fans of the label.

It's going to be a sweet n' sexy summer for sure!

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What's On: MMSFW

The program for Motorola Melbourne Spring Fashion Week has been announced, this year over 120 official events will be held including new "salon" shows - exclusive, invite only parades.

Four runway shows are scheduled to take place at Melbourne Town Hall from Tuesday 4th Sept. till Friday 7th Sept. each evening at 6.30, with repeats at 8.30. All shows will be followed up with official afterparties (yay!)

Tues. 4th Sept. "Hot In The City"

Featuring Bettina Liano, Clemente Talarico, Flamingo Sands, Flux, Leopold, and White Suede.

Wed. 5th Sept. "Style Wars"

Featuring Alpha 60, Claude Maus, Freidrich Gray, Kate Hurst, Material Boy, Romance Was Born and TV.

Thurs. 6th Sept. "The Looking Glass"

Featuring Anna Thomas, Aurelio Costarella, Christine, Husk, Jayson Brunsdon and Nevenka.

Fri. 7th Sept. "Object Of Desire"

Featuring Alice McCall, Gorman, Jessie Hill, Kirrily Johnston, LIFEwithBIRD and Shakuhachi.

I'm betting the hottest tickets will be for nights 2 & 4 so get in quick!

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Label: ARABELLA RAMSAY

Okay, two words to desribe Arabella Ramsay's spring/summer collection.

Love. It.

'Nuff said. Ima get me some.

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Trend: DENIM DRESSES

A few months ago, a normally stylish friend of a friend rocked up to a 21st I was at in a denim dress. Gorgeous girl, hideous dress. It won't take off, I said at the time. Well, that's what I thought anyway.

Fast forward to now, and what am I seeing - denim freaking dresses. Everywhere. I even saw one at Big W. Ack.

While the original dress was at least a designer label, I'm fairly certain there's a place saved for you in fashion hell if you were to sport a Big W denim dress. Designers have alot to answer for.

Definitely one item I won't be including in my spring/summer wardrobe, no matter how many chain stores try to ram one down my throat.

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What's On: MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION FESTIVAL

For all you northern folk, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival kicks off in Brisbane on the 26th August.

The fesival runs till the 31st of August and features designers Jayson Brunsden, Morrissey, Lisa Ho and Easton Pearson.

Check out mbff.com.au for full deets.

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