{Crowning Glory}

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I wanted to kick off 2013 with vibrant colours, complemented by feminine details, and thought this teal outfit would be perfect for the 1st Jan blogpost!

Teal is a dramatic colour (for me anyways!) that I have wanted to try for a while. When I saw this Portmans skirt on sale for $23.95 (reduced from $99.95 to $39.95 with a further 40% off), I knew it was time to give this ocean-inspired hue a go. The scalloped lace hem definitely sealed the deal for me.

On the topic of lace... I adore the perforated peter pan collar and lace back details on this otherwise nondescript tee. I am a sucker for these sort of subtle yet distinctive touches in clothes. And finally, my favourite part of this outfit has got to be the stunning floral crown, handmade by the incredibly talented KisforKani. It is literally bursting with love and happiness - the perfect accessory to say hello to 2013!

Outfit

Top: Marcs Insert Lace Collar 3/4 Sleeve Tee (here)

Bottom: Portmans Corded Lace Skirt (here)
Accessories: KisforKani Oversize Pastel Head Crown (here), Wittner heels

Happy new year everyone - let's make 2013 the best ever by setting and working towards goals that will help us become better and happier people.

Petiteplayground was a late but amazing addition to 2012, I can't wait to continue this journey with you all!

:)

Get social with me in 2013: Follow me on Bloglovin' and Instagram (@_naomip), and send me your questions, suggestions or feedback in the comments below or in the Ask section!

{Summer Whites}

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White is such a fresh and easy choice for an effortless summer look. Here I have added some bold and cheerful coral accents using a bag and a belt. These photos reveal my one reservation about this dress - how easily the material wrinkles. Nevertheless, it was on sales and was at a good price point so I #yolo-ed it (say hello to my favourite verb of the month!). I have also been secretly hoping to adapt the white on white look into my wardrobe, it hasn't happened yet but this is definitely one big step towards my all white moment!

If you have been following my blog or know me in real life, you would know that many pieces of my wardrobe come from Forever New. The main reason is probably because Forever New goes down to a true size 6 and size 4 that fit my petite frame very well, usually with no alterations needed. This look really embodies the feminine and fun vibe of the brand that I adore.

 Outfit

Dress: Forever New Mia Military Style Shirt Dress

Accessories: Forever New Kathryn Belt, Forever New Pixie Straw Bag (here), Alannah Hill headband
Shoes: Wittner

Merry Christmas everyone and thank you very much for reading!

:)

Are you wearing white this summer?

{Festive Lace}

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I love browsing through ASOS every so often - it is where I can buy high waisted tapered pants that fit with no alterations needed (thank you to whoever came up with the Petite range!). Though I have never bought a dress from ASOS, the vibrant colour and full skirt of this lace dress caught my eyes. I caved in since I don't have a lacy dress or a red dress and I really wanted one for Christmas. Thankfully, Petite AU 4 fit me perfectly, though the waist was quite snug. The cut-out back and three layers of tulle add character to the dress and are so fun to play around with! At around $55 (after online codes), this is a great affordable option for those Christmas/New year's parties!

Outfit

Dress: Asos Lace Dress with Cut Out Back (here)
Accessories: Wittner heels, Temt bracelets

Thank you so much for reading!

:)

What gems have you bought from ASOS?

{Statement Skirts}

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Red is the colour of the day - the bright coral colour of these flowers and skirt really lifted my mood. I bought this tulip skirt when Zara first opened in Sydney (...how time flies!) in 2011 and it really gives the right volume for a fun and polished look. As a bonus, it matches the colour of my new car (which snuck in the background of the above photo). I love driving (just not the parking part) and can't wait go on road trips in it - it makes me feel so free and independent!

Outfit

Top: Cotton On
Bottom: Zara Skirt
Accessories: Wittner shoes, Forever New Kathryn Necklace (here, also worn here)

Here are more statement skirts I am loving at the moment (i.e. the fruits of my procrastination):

From left to right: Marcs Rayon Oversize Floral Circle Skirt (here), Forever New Petra Printed A-Line Skirt (here), Forever New Gabrielle Pleated A-Line Skirt (here), Alice McCall Breaks the Cage Skirt (here)

I am off to have a (hopefully) relaxing weekend, after the craziness of exams and work - hope you all have a fantastic one too!

:)

What do you think of A-line and tulip skirts?

{Funky Friday}

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I have been feeling uninspired about my work wardrobe. So I have been shopping (and instagram-ing) for some pieces to add some fun and flair to my work outfit to give me a break from the usual suit/shirt combo. I was pretty pleased with myself when I found this outfit from Saba for only $98 (reduced from RRP of $278)! I love sales. I actually shop a lot of my work staples from Saba because they are of great quality and the size 6 generally run true too size so they actually fit me 80% of the time.

I love the rich colour of the top and the print (first leopard print item..ever) on the bottom keeps it fun. Together, they make a great combination for casual Fridays (or any work day depending on how corporate your office is) and after-work drinks. Oh and the side zipper on the skirt can be zipped up from the bottom - so useful when going up stairs or when I need to power-walk to the office!

Outfit

Top: Saba Sharla Knit ($59 from $129), Saba Suit Jacket
Bottom: Saba Funky Leopard Skirt ($39 from $149)
Shoes: Wittner

Happy Friday everyone!

:) 

How do you keep your work wardrobe fresh and stylish?

{Purple Haze}

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I love the colours on this dress – they remind me of those pink and purple and golden sunsets that steal my breath away. The shimmering silk and feminine cut is very much “me” and this is my go-to dress for special occasions – formals and birthdays. This is one of those dresses that make me feel beautiful. To me, it is important that what I wear makes me feel good about myself. It is not about dressing for others’ approval, but putting in the few extra steps so that I know I am presenting my true self to the world.

I have very few v-neckline dresses/tops in my wardrobe – because I know I am never going to have the curves to make it work. Despite this, I couldn’t resist this dress and had to have it. I have added in this gold leaf necklace (which I pinned here) to provide a focal point centred above the v. V-necklines are a great way for short women to look thinner and taller – they help to elongate the neck and torso. What do you think of the results?

Outfit

Dress: Witchery
Accessories: Colette Gold Diamante Leaf Necklace (here), Orchirly bag
Shoes: Wittner

Don’t forget to follow me on instagram (@_naomip) and pinterest to see what I am loving and buying – these activities increase exponentially when I cram for exams!

Thank you for reading everyone!

:)

{Ladylike Charm}

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I remember buying this outfit from Forever New way back in high school (almost 5 years ago!), it was probably my first purchase of "formal" wear. I loved it to bits back then and still do today :) I wore this to a French-themed party and thought the lace details, blush tones and volume under the skirt combined to give a ladylike and feminine look. The trench is an item that I don't wear nearly enough - unfortunately I struggle to find things to match it with but it works well enough here.

 Outfit

Top: Forever New

Bottom: Forever New
Shoes: Wittner

This is the first post where I have let my hair down (literally haha)... I am still trying to figure out what I am going to do with this frizzy and untameable mess of mine.

Hope you all had a lovely weekend and and talk soon!

:)

What would you wear this outfit to?