Isson is an Australian sunglass brand, founded by Catherine Federici. I first read about Isson in DumboFeather, and have always admired their avant-garde styles. Recently, when doing some picture research on Bauhaus, I came across these wonderfully styled shots:
The Bauhaus collection was shot by Cybele Malinowski, and based around the idea of four eccentric characters who may have attended the school of Bauhaus in 1934. Read more about the different personas here. My favourite is the Alberta Albers image – I think it’s a combinaion of the turban, the chunky jewellery, and the vivacity of that little pug face.
As for the sunglasses – I would love to buy a pair of steam punk inspired Marthas – in tortoiseshell. Nice work, Isson.
I have found this year’s Christmas sweater at River Island. With its little velveteen ears, this fantastic fox sequin sweater would look just peachy in a sea of Crimbo horrors. It’ll make your all your friends jealous to boot…
Designer Karen Walker has just released her summer 11/12 eyewear range. And as always, the frames are bright, a bit nutty and immensely covetable. From top to bottom: Betty, Soul Club, Keep The Faith, Fight On in wood, Fight On in tortoise, and the multifaceted Vava. Isn’t the pattern detail cute?
When it comes to sunglasses, I adore mad, oversized shapes – and KW has absolutely nailed it with this collection. Can’t wait to see these bunny faces out on the street!
This video covers 100 years of East London Style – from 1911 to today. I love the cross over-decades – like the 70s with both punks and hippies, and the part where the guy goes off to war. Their dance skills are amazing!
Wearing a blanket all day long? Sounds super to me. Coultard jackets are available at House Of Aroha (a store crammed with amazing art, clothing and homewares - I’ll take it all).
Scooter love! She’s wearing a very refined selection of basics, and damn good shoes. It really sets the bar for ‘what I’d like to look like when I roll out of bed’. Shot by Glamcanyon.
First bags, then garters, and now SWANclothing is capturing the imagination of stylish women the world over with the new range of collars and cuffs. Aren’t they just dreamy? I really love Tara’s aesthetic. Made from vintage polyester, they look delicate, but the craftsmanship is of an extremely high level. (Reading the SWANclothing blog I get the impression that each piece is wholly infused with passion).
The descriptions are wonderful too, and I can’t go past a good colour name. Butter, Rose, Antoinette White. Mm.
It’s April and winter is undeniably bearing down upon Auckland. Dreary! These are a few of the things I’m lusting after right now, that might make it a bit more tolerable & stylish. There seems to be a strong animal theme running through this collection.
On Saturday, I found this winner at a Karangahape Road vintage store – I am lucky to live one block away from a stretch of fantastic thrift stores & op shops (This Is Not A Love Shop, Vixen #8, Tiny Space and Aunty Mavis are my favourites). I have been obsessed with denim shearling jackets, aka Brokebacks, from the film Brokeback Mountain for a while. This one will definitely be keeping me snug over winter.
Some of the most stylish Auckland ladies I know are having a stoop sale this weekend. As the poster says, there will be heaps of vintage clothing, accessories, shoes and more. I’ll be selling items from my vast vintage collection, including some lovely winter coats. So come along and snaffle a bargain!
11am till 4 pm, Saturday 19th March at 28 St. Kevins Arcade (off Karangahape Road)
A navy vintage lace gown, found on Saturday afternoon at Peachy Keen on Karangahape Road, Auckland. Total bang for my twenty bucks. I’m thinking of altering it to fall just above the knee. On the other hand, it looks gorgeous simply hanging on my wall. Decisions, decisions.
Auckland is as humid as a cigar bar during summer and I have a few weddings to attend this season. This means forking out and frocking up, while still trying to stay cool. I wish I had one of Shabd’s hand-dyed Solaris Dresses hanging in my closet; it’d be the perfect smart-casual piece to slip on. Because it’s made of breathable silk, I might even be able leave the shaded comfort of the marquee…
Hello! My name is Amber Parkin. I'm a New Zealander living in London. I'm a writer obsessed with fondue, chesterfield sofas, vintage dresses, foxes, and 35mm.
