Life & Style Blog - Sportsgirl
16 December 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
I'm the proud owner of both a brother and a sister (younger, more genetically blessed, you know how it is) and I must admit: they're my favourite to buy christmas presents for. I think it's the low pressure - these are people you can spend your childhood lying to and punching just to pass the time, and they have no choice but to continue to love you (or at the very least, tolerate your existence). It's like buying for friends, but lower stakes, which in turn is quite freeing – no stress? you'll probably hit the nail on the head. So, what's the worst that could happen if you buy them a bit of a dud present and both of you are acutely aware as they open it on christmas morning? They say thanks, try and use it once; you say no worries, and leave, guilt-free. Bless us, every one.
Brother
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Chambray shirt, $119.95, from Levis,
Vinturi aerator, $109.95, from Myer,
Skyrim, $78, from Game
Your too-cool hipster brother will love this denim shirt for the upcoming festival season – just add jeans and some underground artist nobody but he and his best friend have heard of. Cheap-wine-drinking brothers will love this miracle of an aerator, which turns even the most $4 dollar bottle of red into something palatable. While I know nothing about games beyond Tetris, I've been ensured by a school of reliable nerd friends that your computer/ console addicted sibling will love Skyrim.
Sister
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Alice quilt box sling bag, $29.95, from Sportsgirl,
Touche Eclat, $55, from Myer,
Low back beach dress, $99.95, from Witchery
Shiny pretties, please - and don't hold the acidy colour. Every lady will use and love the following over summer: small handbags (events, festivals); YSL touche eclat (amazing highlighting concealer perfect for her exhausted eye bags); baggy chuck on maxi dress (also available in white).
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Category: Best Buys
Tags: Fashion, Myer, Sportsgirl, Witchery
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07 October 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
After so many moons of black and blue, coloured denim could not comesoon enough. Perfectly in sync with colour blocking, vintage style,70s inspired fashion and just about everything else currently invogue, pop coloured pants are just what the (fashion) doctor ordered.(An aside: Can you imagine a fashion doctor? Some slender,sunglass-wearing, cheekbone-d giantess who sweeps her silk lined, furcape over your face before handing over a prescription for vodka, dietcoke and cigarettes: "Take 45 of each and call me in the morning.")
Tone on tone styling in Oyster Magazine, Alexa Chung irritatingly flawless in pink jeans and a striped tee, Abbie pop jeans from Sportsgirl, $99.95.
Image source: Oyster Mag, FashionAssist, Sportsgirl
ANYWAY, you may have already spotted the cool kids rocking them inevery possible shade and pattern and wonder - "how!?!". While it mightbe out of your black and blue comfort zone, bright denim can be justas flattering if you pick the right cut. Stick to a skinny/ cigaretteleg if it's your first time around the block: simpler is easier toexecute. Anything boot-cut or flared might leave you looking like aBrady Bunch impersonator. If the pale pinks or canary yellow jeans area bit much at first, try maroon, purple or bright red. You'll find thered-spectrum still dark enough to flatter, and it's a tone that willwork with most of the tops you wear with your blue jeans. As foroutfits? Well, beyond the colour blocking, I love tone on tone (ie,maroon top on maroon jeans - just in different shades) to accentuatejust how colourful you are. Break it with a belt and necklace.Otherwise, you can't go wrong with a striped/ printed tee or a flowingtunic top so it's just sexy bright legs poking out.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Fashion, Sportsgirl, Trends
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26 August 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Cats Meow Accessories, from $12.00, available at Live;
Pastel bangle set, $19.95, available at Sportsgirl;
Silicone multifunction blue watch, $199, available at Fossil;
I'm sure this won't be first time you've read about the importance of accessories. Privately, I'm sure parliament have secret meetings about cocktail rings and necklaces between debating the lesser issues, like the Malaysia solution and gay marriage. BUT. The reason we fashion-journo types bang on about accessories like the future of our country depends on it is because what we say is true: a good piece of jewellery can make or break an outfit. Shiny things dangling from your neck, ears or wrists immediately draw the eye. Your chunky gold neckpiece is the difference between silk maxi at night and silk maxi in the day. The accessory box/drawer/fort is your outfit translator - a chandelier earring, for example, might be overheard saying "Yeah, son - see this sparkly business? That's how you KNOW this blouse-jean combo belongs in this bar. Now buy me a drink."
That's why they're called statement pieces.
Of course, your accessories don't have to be all outspoken sassy night owls (your accessories might not talk to you at all - I don't know your life); because the underplayed everyday faithfuls are just as important for outfit completion. Right now, your day in, day out accessories hinge on the arm party - that is, a mix match of a watch, skinny bracelets and bangles for an eclectic "I've travelled the world and picked up these trinkets along the way" statement.
So, it goes without saying you can never have too many pieces of jewellery. It's the main wardrobe staple you can hang on to forever and it will ebb and flow in fashion, ready to be combined every which way - and best of all, they don't take up too much space in storage.
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Category: Best Buys
Tags: Fossil, Live Clothing, Sportsgirl
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13 July 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
In response to the overwhelming "I'm age X and need help" comments that accompanied our super-exciting-fun Win Forrest Chase (and me) for a day comp, we've decided to focus the next few blogs on looks for various ages.
I'd like to begin by stating that it's my firm belief that fashion is not about age. What you wear should be a reflection of your ever-evolving sense of style, what works for your body shape and colouring at any given time, your lifestyle, and above all whatever trinket gives you confidence and takes your fancy at this moment.
Hard and fast rules on any front aren't for me, and if I can be totally earnest - I do believe everything I write. I'd never put my name to anything I didn't agree with, and I view these blogs as a sort of soft guiding hand rather than a militant "DO THIS AND BE NICKI MINAJ OR ELSE" instruction.
Everyone should have great, supportive undergarments and wear sunscreen daily. That's my only inflexible advice. Everything else is up to you.
So, it's with that in mind that I debut the first (and debatably, easiest) era - the 20s. Ladies in your late teens and twenties, have fun with it as you're finding your way through the world of fashion. Make numerous mistakes on your way. Your supple young skin, glossy hair and resilient body that you will undoubtedly abuse are the best platform for whichever mistake you want to make - it's like water off a duck's back. Fashion in your twenties is fast evolving and less expensive, take advantage. Reinvent yourself every day.
Work
Image source: Motel Helter blouse, $100, from Myer, LP wide leg marino pant, $89.95 from Portmans, Homeward Bound blazer, $129.95 from Sportsgirl,
Buy well cut separates you can jazz up after hours and blouser down while the sun's out. Every girl needs a blazer - why not make yours a pop colour? For the trousers, again - buy a fashion cut. High waisted or bellbottoms (or both) are everywhere at the moment. And pick a top with a little pattern on in a block colour, for the love of Jeff. Work and play are interchangeable, your wardrobe should reflect that.
Play
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Quirky Circus Wild Things blouse, $69.95 from Myer, Annie wide leg oxford pant, $99.95 from Sportsgirl, BYS Glitter eye cream, $4.95 from Gloss Accessories
Out on the town, husband hunting again? I'll say it once: semi-sheer. Conservative cuts in semi sheer fabrics, peeps. You're covered and uncovered at the same time making the most of your genetic glory without giving away the milk for free. My favourite thing ever is the cropped bustier underneath so you're basically repping lingerie on the outside… what a tease. Mainly, go super outrageous with your play look. Clashing prints and colours, loud look-at-me pieces… it doesn't have to be ultra tight or revealing all the time, but just fun.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Fashion, Myer, Portmans, Sportsgirl
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