I Want Kaiju Candy

Recently you may have seen a sneaky preview of the amazing Kaiju Candy range in my beloved bubble gum pop photo shoot. This amazing new brand is from my absolute favourite Australian accessory designer - Donna Mizzi.

Many moons ago I fell hard for Donna's previous brand Hansel and Gretel and I've been eagerly awaiting more of her creations ever since. When she joined the Erstwilder design team I was so very excited to see what creations would come from the dream team.

This year Kaiju Candy has been released on the world, inspired by Japanese kaiju monsters, kitschy horror movies, carnival freaks and the strange and I can't get enough of every single piece. Now some of these have just recently sold out but be sure to find Kaiju Candy on social media to find out what will be restocked, what is limited and what is to come in the next release!

THE DON BROOCH - $33.00

 Vixen by Micheline Pitt Bad Girl Crop Top in Pink and White Stripes - $55.37

Dangerfield Ebony Denim Jacket - $70.00

Bright pops of colour and glitter is what this range is all about. Sticking with the carnival theme the Don brooch is an adorable little hot dog pin with all the trimmings. 

The bold yellow and red acrylic really make this dog pop on all of my jackets and I love how well it works with everything from a biker in leather or pink to a denim jacket. I don't wear this denim number out enough but I think the addition of such bright pops of colour really make me want to wear it more.

Pink and white stripes to match pin and white poochies!!! There is something about this little guy that brings a smile to my face and I think it's just because of how crazy happy he looks. I have so many big black based brooches in my collection so it's a really nice change to be able to have a bright while and pink style that pairs perfectly anything and everything.

I just love how well he works with my Vixen Bad Girl Crop top. This top will be released in orange and black for Halloween so I can't wait to snap up that colour way and find some kooky and spooky Kaiju Candy goodies to pair with it. 

DISCO POODLE BROOCH - $37.50

Vixen by Micheline Pitt Bad Girl Crop Top in Black and White Stripes - $55.37

Now for my husband's favourite piece - the disco poodle! This poodle's fur has got some serious blue glitter bling going on. This funky little furball sparkles with or without light as he has super chunky glitter flakes within the resin.

What I love most about this range are the smiles and the little details such as the adorable bright pops of red on each of this pup's bows. 

Chicken-A-Go-Go Brooch - $33.00

You know how there are some things or themes you'll never imagine wearing but once you have it you absolutely adore it? Well that's how I feel about this evil little chook. Inspired by wind up retro toys of yesteryear but with a touch of evil.

Just look at his evil little eye - he's planning to take over the world!

I paired the evil chicken with my red snake earrings which will hopefully come back in stock this year! I have both red and green in this style and they look amazing.

So happy I was lucky enough to snap up the Vincent earrings before they sold like hotcakes! The retro swirl and horror themed look makes my heart melt! Plus these are the biggest pair of earrings in my collection and they feel weightless! 

What I love most about these designs has to be the focus on colour and retro themes. I'm usually not one to love colour but I ADORE the brightness and the glitter used in each accessory and I can't get enough of both the brooches and the earrings.

I need more heads, more ears and more things to pin and poke all of these goodies to.   

Attack Of The Crab Monster Earrings in Red  - $33.00

Pink Poodle Brooch - $37.00

Crabs and poodles an unlikely pair that look amazing together. The attack of the crab monster is such a popular style as the bold crab leg shape really looks amazing not matter what colour your hair is or style. I adore the contrasting post in orange and the tiny little black peepers. 

The pink poodle is exactly the same as the Disco doggie but without a glitter bombed coat. The pale pink is just as stunning and I love how the red bows work perfectly on both colour ways. I also love how well it pairs with a brighter shade of pink. I've learnt that with my vixen pink items you can mix and match all pink shades and they still look amazing!

CRUNCH THE CAT BROOCH - $37.00

As a crazy kitty lady I needed the Crunch the Cat brooch from the moment he was released. Such a kitschy bold black and white tom cat with the cutest face on earth. That smile, those eyes and the tiny pink tongue just make my heart melt. 

I actually wore this little fella to work today and every time I see him I smile.  

MUNCHY THE MONSTER BROOCH - $37.00

Oh Munchy how I adore your puzzled little face. This perfect little monster won my heart when I first unpacked him. I think it's the mix of different colour glitter, that almost confused and slightly sad face that really makes me love him more. How can you be scared of such a cute little guy?

PRETZEL EARRINGS GREEN - $33.00

PRETZEL BROOCH CHUNKY BLUE GLITTER - $30.00

Being a huge fan of Donna's previous brand I quickly became famous for being the Pretzel Queen. So when these glitter pretzels were released I did my usual grabby hands at the screen and needed them in my collection asap. 

I seriously can't get enough of these yummy pieces and I always have to wear them together and go into full pretzel queen mode.

THE CREATURE BROOCH - $37.00

Finally my stand out favourite as a horror fiend has to be 'The Creature' I've always had a huge love for the visual look of the Creature from the Black Lagoon and this version is freaking adorable. With those jagged little teeth and all the usual creature features he's now a very welcome addition to my creature collection. 

Hopefully I can get my hands on more monsters and creepy crawlies from this label as I live for these kinds of creations. Next on my lust list is THE FLY and I can't wait to see all the new designs to be released in the future. 

Many thanks to my amazing husband who captured all of these pieces perfectly from behind the lens. Every shoot he impresses the pants of me! 

To end this post I thought I'd leave you with one of the outtakes (there were many as I felt the need to act like a fool after every serious expression) enjoy =D 

 

Bright, Beautiful and Fruity!

This year I've had the pleasure of shooting some amazing Bright and Beautiful coats but for a while now I've been lusting after their amazing prints and frocks. Being a huge fan of the Collectif Mainline I knew that the construction and attention to detail would be absolutely perfect just every other Collectif piece in my wardrobe.

Bright and Beautiful is just one of the many lines to be released under the Collectif core brand with a focus on more 60s/70s styles. Featuring lots of bell bottom jeans, amazing mod dresses, coats and skirts and a huge selection of flowing floral frocks. 

Bright and Beautiful Cathy Tropical Pineapple Dress - £62.50

So for my first B and B dress I went for the Cathy in the stunning tropical pineapple print.  This dress is a very light summer weight fabric with a fitted curves waist, kimono sleeves and a unique lace up bust. A flattering shape for all shapes and sizes but even more so for any plus size girl who wants to cover up her upper arms but still be cool in the summer.

I'm wearing a size 18 and it's very roomy at the waist and a little at the bust. I think give then shape and style I could easily size down to a 16 in this dress and if it is ever released in black I'll definitely be getting a smaller size in that! I was a little silly not knowing how deep the deep V bust went and did not choose the most appropriate bra but hey it works well with the colour and print so I'm OK showing a little bit of it. But if you are looking for a look more like the images shown on the website be sure to pair this with a plunge bra or even a very low cut nude style bra.  There is also no give in this fabric so be sure to double check the size chart.

From the moment I tried on this style I knew I would be living in it over the warmer months as it's both flattering and a an absolute joy to wear. This style would also work perfectly for the beach as a cover up or a beach to bar look. Just wear your favourite swimsuit beneath and thongs for the beach and then add some heels and a waist belt for the evening.

The bold pineapple floral print allows you to pair lots of colours with this dress so just pick one featured in the print and you'll match perfectly.

 

Bright and Beautiful Cathy Broderie Anglaise Dress - £76.50

Bright and Beautiful Cathy Floral Dress  - £62.50

Is the bright print a little too much for you? Well never fear there are two other stunning versions of his dress online right now. The Cathy Broderia Anglaise dress witch is an all white - perfect for a casual beach bride and the more soft and muted floral print which I absolutely adore.

This style is so easy and lovely to wear so lets hope they release more prints and colours in the future. Fingers crossed for black and dark green! Plus now that I know how this label fits I'll be lusting after more frocks and even their jumpsuits and let's face it I think I need the pineapple printed Lisa peasant style top as well.

I also wanted to sneak in this stunning look!  I think it's safe to say that I have a thing for fruit printed or fruit themed clothing. So when the stunning full melon frock was released I had to have it!

Collectif Mainline Jade Watermelon Swing Dress - £65.00 

Collectif Vintage Linda Cardigan in Antique Green - £40.50



A full skirted, thin strapped and absolutely adorable dress with a watermelon print and colour scheme. I'm wearing the Jade dress in as size 16 as it has lots of give and fits like a second skin in the bust and waist. I was worried at first but once I wiggled into it really was a perfect fit.

The Linda cardigan is an 18 but I actually prefer 16's in Collectif knitwear for firm fits. This is roomy yet really lovely to wear. The knit is soft and super stretchy and I love the shorter sleeve as it will be perfect in spring/summer.

 

Many Thanks to the amazing Brooke Orchard for snapping these images and capturing Collectif's  styles perfectly as always.

 

 

 

The Dark Dead Sea

Since the arrival of Hell Bunny's darker gothic themed clothing range, Spin Doctor, I've been absolutely in love. This range is always full of amazing fits, great flowing fabrics and the most amazingly detailed prints. 

Last season I fell hard for print in all styles but this season I've gone gaga for everything! So get ready for a long read, lots of pictures and some Stevie Nicks realness.



Griselda Mini Dress - $69.95 (Australian seller)
Bat Choker Black - $29.95
Restyle DIABOLICAL & ROSES HEADBAND - $39.99
Sonsee Opaque 100 Denier Full Tights in Black - $34.95

Spin Doctor are killing it this season with mini dresses and the Griselda is absolutely stunning. It's fully lined so there's no need to worry about black bras, stockings or underwear. A float chiffon fabric with sheer flare sleeve and black faggoting on the elbows.

The fabric is an all over print featuring skeletons, roses, spiders, moths, rib cages and webs. Usually these kinds of images can be really bold and brash but due to the white fabric it looks soft and almost floral. 

This style has a fitted bustline and flows direct down from this section. I tend to no matter what size be it an XL or a 2XL not completely fit into the bust section but the print makes that a non issue as it's all all over design. I do think a little more space is needed in the plus sizes for the bust as I've always had this issue and I'd love all my boobies to fit in! But this has not stopped me wearing this dress for one second! 

I'm wearing a 2XL and the fit is post on. Firm around the waist and arms so it really holds you perfectly in pace. This dress though structured is so comfortable and is a winter staple. The thickness of the fabric seems to be more summer related but due to the lining you can pair this with stockings and coats all winter. 

Accessory wise I knew EXACTLY how I wanted to style the Griselda. I ordered this amazing bat choker in black and purple from Tragic beautiful and I love how well it pairs with the colours featured in the fabric. 

This choker is lightweight and easy to wear yet looks super expensive. The bold purple jewel really pops and for a little extra oomph I also paired this with my new Restyle Diabolical and Rose headband. I already own the deer antlers version of this and I've used it in many shoots so I wanted something a little bit more evil priestess looking. These two pieces pair perfectly together and look like they were made for all of the outfits in this shoot. 

 RENAISSANCE MINI DRESS - £44.99 (Spindoctor Webstore)

RENAISSANCE MINI DRESS - $74.95  (Australian seller)

Now this is a style I did not think would really work for me but after seeing these results I love it! The renaissance mini is a short sleeve little number with an empire waist and and a ruffle capped sleeve. While there is a sectioned bust there is less of a fit issue as this dress has a higher neckline. 

I'm wearing every style in this review in a size 2XL and this specific dress is perfect. From the waist to the bust, arms etc everything is perfect. The cut of this mini almost reminds me of 60's nighties so I can't wait to see future fabrics in this exact cut. 

Lined only in the bust but featured a black so you won't have an sheerness issues. The print features images from a classic Renaissance painting and the soft colours and all those renaissance details make this a collectible print. I'd absolutely love this in a pussy bow top or full skirt. 

DARK SEA MAXI DRESS - £62.99 (Spindoctor Webstore)

Dark Sea Maxi Dress - $99.95 (Australian Seller)

Oh how I adore a maxi. There is something magical about a maxi and even more so when it features bold flared sleeves. I have 3 Spin Doctor dresses with this exact sleeve and it's the most flattering and comfortable style in my collection.

This fabric can we please get everything on earth created in this fabric! The print features sirens, skeletons, sea horses and sea shells on a filigree and star background. In maxi form this fabric looks almost like a starry sky but when you look close you'll see all the amazing details. 

I wear maxi's all summer but I've been looking for more styles to pair with stockings and boots in winter and this maxi is the perfect winter version. Style it with your favourite Hell Bunny coats or amazing black chunky knits, cardigans and faux fur vests. 

The bust and sleeve on this maxi is exactly like the fist mini dress but the darker fabric makes any visible sign of bust line issues disappear. 

With a lined bust and inbuilt black slip dress you will be able to show a little leg through the sheerness. I love the fit of every garment in this post and I'm really loving Spin Doctors range and the variety that comes with each season. 

 

I paired this look with these amazing black glitter Pentagram earrings and I just love how much they pop on my ivory skin. I'm such a sucker for a pentagram. I snapped these up at Tragic beautiful but they seem to be sold out!

Because of our location and the smoke I did not have a the ability to show my two favourite accessories used in this shoot but luckily I snuck down an alley way on the way home and captures these amazing boots and my new go to hand bag.

EVE BAG  - $57.95

MUERTO-900 Black Vegan Leather Boots - $169.95

Sonsee Opaque 100 Denier Full Tights in Black - $34.95

This purse, these boots oh my lordy!! I'm a huge fan of Poizen Industries hand bags as I use the knuckle duster purse daily so when I saw the EVE bag at Tragic Beautiful I had to snap it up. Full of bold silver buckles and rivets and is the perfect style for daily use as it fits everything I could possibly need. The strap is long enough to fit comfortably on your shoulder and I just loved how bold this looks with all these looks. 

My shoe of choice for all of these outfits was the Demonia MUERTO-900 Black Vegan Leather Boot from my beloved ShoeMe.  I've been eyeing these ankle boots of for a while now and I have to say they are even more amazing visually in person than a camera can ever possibly capture. 

A Moto Ankle Boot Featuring Double Skull Buckle Straps and Studs on Heel and Pewter Chrome Plated Bottom, Metal Inner Side Zip5 1/2", Finger Bone Heel and a 1 1/2" platform. 

Such a sleek and sexy boot with just the right amount of silver and that bone finger heel is freaking yummy. I'm wearing these in a size 11 but I usually wear Demonia shoes in a 10US. The fit is roomy but this is easily fixed with inserts or thicker socks. These babies though beautiful are not an all day shoe for me as I need a little more platform for comfort. But hell half of the time we wear shoes for the visual effect and less for all day comfort so these amazing booties will be worn again but not on the dance floor. 

They also look amazing when paired with my all time favourite Sonsee black stockings and with my grey and brown versions of these exact stockings. I'll be testing these with super skinny jeans next and I think they'll look absolutely amazing. 

Just look at those skulls and that finger bone - PERFECTION!

Many thanks to my amazing Photographer Damien Bowerman for shooting these amazing looks and for creating some moody magic with the awesome ColouredSmoke.com.au . We used the Red CS-60g from the mixed set and the effect was long-lasting, We got to shoot heaps of images within the three to four minutes that it lasted and the effects - well, you can see - they're visually stunning.

I'm officially addicted to smoke bombs when shooting!

Inspired Insanity

You may have heard the name Inspired Insanity before on my blog as I've linked to their stunning selection of petticoats and cardigans over the last few years. But recently they have actually started their own line of garments and I'm absolutely smitten with the fabrics and cuts!

From sweet florals to flamingos, skulls to strawberries and my absolute favorite - death moths! 

BUTTERFLY EFFECT ~ PSYCHOBILLY PINUP TEA DRESS - $68.95

Peasant style swing dresses have always had a spot in my heart and the Butterfly Effect tea dress is amazing - full skirted so you can twirl all day long, fitted at the bust and waist to really accentuate your curves. I'm wearing the size 18 to accommodate my bust and it works out to be a fit much like the 2XL in Hell Bunny. The waist has a little bit of room and the fabric minimal stretch so be sure to accommodate your bust then tailor the waist if need be. I find right now I get perfect fit on my waist at times but then it's looser at the waist but for this style I'm loving the fit. 

I did have some issues with the zip at one point but the staff at Inspired insanity were very fast to send me a replacement and fix the situation with ease. They were so sweet and happy to help which just what you want out of your shopping experience. 

This print - pure magic! Full of Death moths/butterflies and lots of skulls! It's dark and spooky so obviously I adore it! 

HELL BUNNY MIKAELA ~ ROCKABILLY FUR HOODED SWING COAT - $139.95

Womens Black Gloves with Lilac Dots-Ladies Italian Leather Gloves - $85.00

Next I have one of my all time favourite winter coats from Hell Bunny! If you've followed this blog for a few years you might have noticed I have a huge HB coat collection and once I own one I usually order every colour way. For many years the Shonna fur deep v neckline coat was my go to but this year I've snapped up the Mikaela and it's perfect!

A swing almost nautical winter themed coat (is that a thing, well if it's not I just created it) with bold black faux fur cuffs and hood! The black velvet border trim, pockets and bold waist panel make this the prefect coat for curves as it draws the eye to the small of your waist and has a belt like effect.

While most of my coat are red or black I can't say no to teal as it's perfectly paired with my red hair and this specific shade of teal is absolutely delicious.

Size wise I opted for the 2XL as these boobies need heap of room. This style buttons up with ease and as the arms are super roomy as is the waist. You can layer up like crazy beneath as there is room for a thick cardigan or dress in these sleeves.

I wanted to shoot this coat with a little more neck and boobie showing as sometimes a full button up can shorten my favourite features. The length is covers your toosh and pairs perfectly with skirts, frocks and jeans. I can't wait to style this when it gets super chilly!

For this look I wanted a pair of gloves that really pop so I chose my beloved black and lilac polka dot leather gloves from Have to Have.  These really pop against the teal and look amazing. These have become my go to glove each winter and they are they last forever.

Many thanks to the amazing Julz Photography for snapping these shot of me! I can't wait to plan our next shoot!