Katherine

Sep 6, 2011 By Jessie in Auckland, Bloggers, Fashion Week, New Zealand, NZFW, On the street, Street style 6 Comments

Girls dressing like boys is one of my all time favourite styles, and Katherine nails it to perfection. Meet the talented individual behind Katherine Is Awesome (apparently she didn’t purchase that domain name but decided to roll with it anyway). She’s part of the kiwi contingent of bloggers, although one that I haven’t been hugely familiar with until recently. Her blogging efforts at NZFW were next level – posting up to thirteen times in one day. I have a great appreciation for bloggers who actually utilize the online medium to post timely information. Because around here, news gets old fast.

Speaking of blogs, my right hand woman Sarah has recently joined the blogging world which I suggest you check out here. She documented street style at NZFW for We The People, and I couldn’t have done a better job myself. Sarah, you’re the best!

Ruby Winter 2012

Sep 6, 2011 By Jessie in Auckland, Designers, Fashion Festival, Models, New Zealand, NZFW 4 Comments

Photos: Sarah Burton

Ruby presented their winter 2012 collection ‘Capital City’ last week with impeccable styling and a fresh take on winter essentials. Over-sized knits in mustard and burgundy had the perfect slouch, including an effortlessly cool sleeveless knit. And a jumper with a metallic dinosaur on the front? Yes please. Ruby delivered their usual crop of dresses, experimenting with silk chiffon, velvet, prints, and metallics.

There’s no doubt it was the generous use of metallics -silver, rose gold, bronze and green – that transformed this collection from fresh casual wear to impossibly cool and covetable. Even the well heeled winter boots featured in a range of silvery-gold hues. Ruby has undoubtedly gone from strength to strength; their focus on creating paired-back, wearable pieces has earned them a loyal following, myself included. With one swift move Ruby has got me pining for a wardrobe replete with lustrous green and rose gold. Next winter, that dinosaur will be mine.

George

Sep 5, 2011 By Jessie in Auckland, Fashion Week, Guys, Models, New Zealand, NZFW, On the street, Street style 1 Comment

Photo: Sarah Burton

George (Red 11) looking effortlessly put together in a denim blazer and brown bowler hat. I love a guy (or a girl, really) in a hat – it’s the perfect finishing touch.

Imogen

Sep 5, 2011 By Jessie in Auckland, Fashion Week, Models, New Zealand, NZFW, On the street, Street style 4 Comments

Photo: Sarah Burton

Imogen (Red 11) looking the perfect balance of cuteness and model off-duty after the Jimmy D show. At 16 she’s already been modeling for over a year and has a pretty built up a pretty solid portfolio. With her enthusiastic personality (and incredible blonde mane), there’s no doubt she’s destined for great things. Imogen’s also a rather talented lady – she makes her own clothes, including everything she’s wearing above!