Sorry for the lack of posting

I've been having a little holiday time while I'm in New York and visiting with family and friends. I will begin posting again soon with my New York Fashion Week Daily Round ups.

The countdown to NYFW started last week and with 1 day left to go I'm jumping out of my skin wanting it all to start. Keep reading and I can't wait to hear your comments on the festivities.

And thank you to everyone who left lovely comments on the post about my mother. She has been blown away at the number of people who commented. Thanks so much for making her day.

My Mother - Styled by Me

My mother let me style her today. She had a really important meeting and wanted to look elegant but casual. I think she looks amazing.

My mother is wearing Country Road Blazer (mine), Manifesto Shirt Sweater combo, DKNY leggings, Boots from a selection at Bloomingdales, Broach from sidewalk sale (mine)

Finally!!! - I get to go to the Francis Studio

Today I finally got to be one of those bloggers who visited the fantastic Francis Studio. Francis is a line designed by Christian Francis Roth and as my regular readers know I LOVE Francis dresses. I have five and I think two more are coming. It was so wonderful to go to the studio and see all the other fantastic pieces live because I always pick my dresses out of a lookbook.

Here is a look at the pieces I'm coveting right now.

And finally me with Christian.

I really must put a shout to Ms WendyB who introduced me to this fantastic line of clothing. I can't thank her enough. And I can't wait to finally meet her . . . . next Wednesday, YAY.

Wearing new Forever 21 floral headpiece, Francis ruffle bolero jacket, Cotton On tee and Pants, Portman's Necklace, Bracelets are a mixture of Vintage and Gifts, Stella McCarthy copies by Siren

Snowy New York

Today was my nephews 11th Birthday and luckily I was in New York City to celebrate with them. It's COLD in New York, well at least cold to me. I running around with about 4 layers and a huge fur coat and sometimes I'm still cold.

I also travelled to my old stomping grounds in Brooklyn and hung out with friends. All and all a great day in NYC.

Wearing my Christian LaCroix vintage bustier, Don't ask Amanda leather Skirt, Siren Gucci copy boots and Cotton On tee shirt and Diva necklace.

Me standing in the snow thanking the heavens that I brought this huge fur coat.

My mini-me niece wearing my huge fur coat. She is going to hate me for putting up this photos but it was too cute for words.

Los Angeles Bloggers

This week and I had the fantastic pleasure of meeting with 3 of my favourite LA Bloggers,Fashion Intel, Inny Vinny and Da Fashionista. It was the most amazing experience. These are 3 fabulous women and I feel so lucky and honoured to have been able to have time with them. And of course here are the obligatory night out photos.

BTS - Markus Van Driel Minimalist Shoot

Credits:

Photographer: Markus Van Driel

Photographer's Assistant: Nick Dorehy

Model: Kieran Deane - Scene Models

Hair & Makeup: Krassi Toma

Stylist Assistant: Marlies Meijlink

Fashion Assistant: Genesis Mansilongan

Speaking of my Assistants Marlies and Genesis, they are the most fantastic team a Stylist could ever dream of having. Since I'm leaving for the States in a few days I want all Designers and Stylists to know that they are available for poaching. If you need a Stylist or Stylist Assistant, please contact Marlies Meijlink via the link to her website above. And if you need a Fashion Assistant of Fashion PA, or Intern, please contact Genesis Mansilongan via his blog above.

Inspired by the Olsens

WhoWhatWear.com

Aren't they just the height of fashion.

1. H&M Sequin Jacket ($50)
2. J. Crew Cropped Trousers ($118) in Black
3. Nasty Gal Mongolian Shag Vest ($130)
4. House of Harlow 1960 Cabochon Bangles ($150)
5. Topshop Boutique Silk Maxi Skirt ($100)
6. Elizabeth and James Nora Pumps with Applique Heel ($365)

The Alice Affair - Super Secret Preview

Photographer - Paul Green

Photographer Assistants -

Terri & Bryce

Make up - Felicia Yong,

Hair - Mandy Kingsman

My Assistants -

Marlies Meijlink

Genesis Mansilongan

Models -

Zoe Loveland - Chadwicks

Nicole Kasper - IMG/Chadwicks

Jonathan Fields - Priscillas

Clothing and Shoes (this list is not complete - I apologise)

Carl Kapp

Aurelio Costarella

Gary Yang Collection

Chic Collections

Gina Kim Couture

Stolen From

Rachel Gilbert

Master Slave

Brera

Shoes of Prey

Apex Shoes

Diva Jewellery

Estelle Annabel Headpieces

M2 Magazine - Dark City

M2 Magazine

Dark City

Photography - Paul Green

Stylist - Lenya Jones

Grooming - Natalie Biller

Model - Sebano @ Chadwicks Models

Clothes:

Brera Menswear

St Augustine's Academy

New Year New Closet Organisation

A couple of days ago, two of my favourite blogs blogged about wardrobe assessing (of sorts). Sharon of SR Style talked about making lists of the things she would like to acquire in 2010 and Ms Diabolina of Da Fashionista.com did a post about organising her closet.

I decided to do a combination post where I organised and assessed my closet at the same time. I recently moved into the most fantastic house where I have an amazing closet. It takes up a whole wall of my room. Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately?) my room consists of closet, dressing table, dresser and bed. Very small room but I love it.

Here are some pics of my newly organised closet.

Hats on top shelf

Shorter dresses, pants and jackets on top rod

Denim jackets, shirts and skits on bottom rod

Some luggage and small handbags (in larger tote bags) on top shelf

Long dresses and coats on hanging rod

Track clothes, jeans, skirts, sleepwear on shelves

On floor of closet two bags full of belts and scarves

Handbags on top shelf and top right shelf. Boots on top left

Shoes organised by type

Now after a fair assessment I think I only need a few things, a few crisp white shirts, a pair of tailored black trousers and some long sleeved tees for layering in winter. I love being organised but hate organising. Thank goodness this job is done till 2011.

I hope everyone had a wonderful New Year and a great 2010!

Karen Magazine

Photographer - Tony Potts

Fashion Editor - Lenya Jones

Makeup - Sarah Tammer using Mac

Hair - Cameron Rains

Model - Jess Hart @ Chadwicks

Retoucher - Nicolas Potts

Lighting by Outsight

Shot on location at the PCYC Woolloomooloo

Shot exclusively for Karen in Sydney, Australia

www.karenmag.com

Leopard Print Coats

Leopard Prints Coats are everywhere.

On WhoWhatWear.com

On Ms Fashion Toast

On Ms Sharon Rose of S&R Style

And me.

Behind the Scenes On My New Movie Project

Me with our fantastic lead Malcolm McDowell.

Actor Douglas White and I on set making sure he looked his part. - I am wearing Francis LILA Neon Piped Racerback Dress.

Director Tim Chey and I talking on set. I am wearing a Country Road dress.

All photos taken by On Set Photographer - Paul Green

Urban Warrior by whowhatwear.com

My new title - Urban Warrior - cause I LOVE everything in this pic including Rhianna.

photo credit - www.whowhatwear.com

Prince Peter Collection What's New Pussy Cat T-Shirt ($65)
Carvela Sleaze Patent Lace-Up Ankle Boot ($289)
shu uemura Tokyo Lash Bar Lashes ($79) in Goldglam Leaf
Joe's Jeans Zip Ankle Leggings ($98) in Mineral Grey
Lauren Urstadt Fingerless Chain Gloves ($125)
Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Leather and Metal Studded Hairband ($500, 310.274.8800)

Tough Girly Girl

There is a lot going on today. Meeting the cast, meetings with Production, waiting for packages, getting costumes ironed and steamed and so much more. In the middle of all this I received a package from the fabulous people at the Francis studio. It contained this fantastic ruffle bolero jacket. It went so well with my outfit that I immediately put it on.

Here is a close up of the jacket. I realised that there wasn't a lot detail in the photos above.

Photos taken by My Fab Assistant Marlies

Today's outfit brought to you by: Ruffle Bolero - Francis, Top (under jacket) - Mink Pink, Skirt - Don't Ask Amanda @ General Pants, Belt - Supre, Watch Bvlgari, Earrings - old from my teenage years, Necklace - Leslie Safley Design, Shoes - Alexander Wang copies by Tony Bianco