Seconds of Style #24: Style Spot, Ponsonby Road

It might be cheating just a little bit to do 'street style' posts about your friends but what can I say - Shani looked seriously cool on Ponsonby Road last week! I absolutely loved her black suede platforms, I think the chunkiness of the shoes really balanced out the skinniness of her Ksubi jeans. The sheer, feminine cropped jacket contrasted perfectly with the rock 'n' roll feel of her black jeans and platforms. The little pop of berry under her jacket keeps it understated and sophisticated. Love everything about this outfit!

Wearing Ksubi jeans, vintage jacket and shoes

Seconds of Style #22: Ponsonby Rd Welcomes the Delightful Miss Starnes

Myself and the lady of the evening, Ingrid Starnes. Ingrid wears Miss Crabb Dress and her own Silk Lace Cami

Signature print Ingrid Starnes accessories

A fellow photographer, I love the floral/stripe combo

The Boys looking dapper

The label makes it's mark on Ponsonby Road

Myself wearing Ingrid Starnes Bustier, Zara Shorts and Vintage Jacket, my gorgeous sister wearing Ingrid Starnes Cream Pleat Dress and Silk Lace Cami,

Julia Wetzel wearing Ingrid Starnes Lace Bustier under a powder blue tee - a very dreamy combo

Last night both Ponsonby Road and Auckland's fashionistas welcomed new designer Ingrid Starnes with open arms and full glasses of Champagne. Taking her first well heeled steps into retail during her third season, Ingrid Starnes has opened a 'store within a store' in the exposed brick, warehouse style space that is home to well established Auckland label, Miss Crabb. Divided into two sections, the shop took on a department store feel offering a fresh dynamic to the retail experience. The two collections, although uniquely different, blended seamlessly in the space complimenting one anothers feminine draping silks and blushes of colour. The racks were well dressed, the guests were well dressed and the cocktails a sweet shade of baby pink. I can't wait to see this collaboration grow and evolve over the next few months.

Seconds of Style #18: Style Spot, Newmarket

I just popped into Newmarket at lunch and spotted this gorgeous tuxedo jacket wearing, effortlessly cool window shopper. Notice the tie around the neck of her jacket. I love how she makes this boyish look seem feminine and I want those tights! 

Seconds of Style #16: Grey Lynn Park Festival

The day was Grey Lynn Park Festival and the look was all about summer denim. There were cut offs galore, some shorter and some longer but all distressed, vintage and customised. Thrown in the mix were bohemian vintage dresses, cute prints and an array of girly headgear. Here is a little selection of the day. My favourite look is the breton stripes with vintage cut offs and ruby red slippers.

My favourite look of the day. Effortless and cool.

Seconds of Style #14: Auckland Retro Fair

My friend Shani and her purchase of the day

Retro Fair Style Spot: 70's hair, retro blazer, girly skirt and stomping black boots = uber street cool

Divine Jewels by Trading Sisters, Michelle and Wendy

My very sweet friend and retro enthusiast, Shani, invited me along to Aucklands Retro Fair on Sunday. It was held at Mount Eden War Memorial Hall, started at 10am and finished at 4pm. We got there just after 10.30 and the place was already heaving with trawlers and hunters. They had everything from glassware to vintage slips, all in great condition and reasonably priced. I grabbed a vintage top covered in gold and black sequins. If you love retro, vintage or hunting, I recommend you get yourself there next time. The next event is the Antiques and Collectables Fair on December 5th. Starts at 9am, finishes at 3pm and admission is $3. I'll see you there.

For more info on the fairs, please contact Brian on 021 433 588