You give me fever

After many months of lusting after all of the stunning styles available at Starlet Fever, I'm finally able to review my absolute must haves from their current range! Now I've gushed about this brand before but after wearing their stunning garments I'll need to gush a little more! When wearing each of Starlet Fever's garments I feel chic and confident and isn't that what we all want in an outfit?

Antoinette Blouse White / Navy - $165.00

Adelaide Skirt Black - $120.00

If there was one style of top I could wear for the rest of my life, it would a button up bow style blouse. I'm addicted to these kinds of stunning tops and the Antoinette Blouse in white and navy is absolutely gorgeous! From the super lightweight and silky soft fabric to the button up front and bow/tie feature it has absolutely everything I could want. Perfect for work or play and effortlessly graceful in its design, the Antoinette blouse is so chic.

 

Now my sizes for each item in this post may seem a little different, but I'm not going by the tag for these items - I'm focusing on the right fit for the right areas. As this is a button up style blouse I opted for an 18 and the fit around the bust is spot on. The waist is super roomy and flowing so it can look stunning both tucked and untucked, pairing this with both wiggle and swing skirts for work and over jeans for the weekend. The fabric is ideal for the hot summer we have coming up so I think a few more colour ways/prints will be needed.

 







Above are all the other colour/print options in this style : Amethyst,  Boysenberry, Green Floral and Smokey Blue. Can I have one of each please?

Olive 3/4 Sleeve Top Black - $130.00

While the Antoinette blouse is perfect for the warmer months (but can be layered with cardigans) the Olive is the bees knees for those cooler days and is the perfect work staple! A luxurious knit with a high  boat neck, 3/4 sleeves and an emphasis on that perfect hour glass fit. I'm wearing the Olive top in a size 14 an the fit is amazing. It's very fitted but it's that perfect amount of tightness and I love the boat neck. It's always hard with my chest size to find high neck tops that don't make my bust look too huge but this style works perfectly. 

Olive 3/4 Sleeve Top Scooter  - $130.00

I had to order both the black and red versions of this top as they suit absolutely everything in my wardrobe. I can't wait to pair this with wiggle skirts, all of my swing skirts and even high waisted black pants and jeans in an almost Audrey Hepburn style casual look. I can't wait to pair these with my Erstwilder collection of badges and statement necklaces!!

 

The Olive top is also available in a stunning leopard print fabric and a north sea blue shade. 

With each top I'm wearing the soft and hip hugging Adelaide wiggle skirt. In a 16 it's super roomy on my waist so I'll be needing to take this in for a more 'super wiggle' fit but this is most likely due to dropping a few kilos in the last few weeks. So a 14 would be ideal but when you tailor a garment to fit it makes the fit even more spot on!





Many thanks to the brilliant Katherine Davis for shooting this and many more blog posts to come with me!! I absolutely adore shooting with Katherine and love finding stunning little locations in Bendigo. If  you need a photographer for fashion or your wedding be sure to contact her as she is amazing.


 

Starlet Fever

A new label has burst into the curvy Australian market providing vintage inspired women's clothing designed and manufactured in Australia. Creating amazing silhouettes for women with curves to kill and giving women the styles that are both classy and sexy.


Starlet lives by the motto - "Don't be like the rest of them, Darling!" which means you won't find these designs in a mall or outlet store and this is one of the main reasons I love them! With a focus on quality fabrics, flawless tailoring and stunning prints the outfit options are endless as they stock both skirts, blouses, tops, tailored pants and more formal dresses.

I first noticed Starlet Fever through the ever so stunning Stefania Ferrario who is the face and body for their first look book. Shot in a stunning retro cinema location this bold and brilliant set of images made my heart flutter and I could not wait to see what the full range looked like. Starlet Fever's size range is from 8 to 18 and with each listed item you will find a full size chart and specific measurements for each model shown. I love this feature as it gives you more of a specific idea of fit.

 

Outfit 1 : 

Marie Day Dress Black Floral - $170.00 AUD

A figure hugging bombshell styled floral dress designed for women with curves in all the right places. The perfect style for an hourglass shape as it highlights all your best features. The stunning floral fabric makes this the perfect evening dress or special occasion outfit. 

Outfit 2 : 

Olive Sleeveless Top Leopard - $105.00 AUD

Claudine Pants Black - $150.00 AUD

Effortless chic is the first description that pops into mind when looking at this perfectly paired outfit. Super flattering high waisted black pants with a pop of leopard print on top. The perfect day to night time outfit as you could pair this with flats to shop then slip into a pair of killer heels and head out for the evening.

  

Outfit 1 :

Antoinette Blouse White / Navy - $165.00 AUD

Claudine Pants Indigo - $150.00 AUD

Number 1 on my lust list from Starlet Fever has to be the Antoinette Blouse! I'm a sucker for a 1940's style blouse and the bust flattering style means that I don't have to compromise with fit. I adore shirts this for both work or play and I love how this looks both with a wiggle skirt or with the brilliant Claudine pants. The Claudine pant comes in Black, Black Pinstripe, Navy and Red and is a core style for any vintage lovers wardrobe. The high waist focusing on all the little details insures a great flattering fit and each outfit highlights your waist. The number one thing I look for when shopping. 

Outfit 2 : 

Marie Day Dress Maroon - $170.00 AUD

Another version of the Marie Day dress but this time in a solid Maroon colour. While I adore the floral version there is something so very lush and old Hollywood glam about the rich Maroon fabric used in this dress. The outfit is completed perfectly with retro styled accessories and I love how the fabric colour pairs with the white fur. 

   

Outfit 1 :

Delphine Short Sleeve Blouse Fuchsia - $145.00 AUD

Adelaide Skirt Black Floral - $120.00 AUD

Starlet Fever also offer a huge selection of wiggle skirts! With a selection of fabrics to take you right through the year the Adelaide in black floral is the perfect skirt for Spring/Summer. If you are a curvy woman the one item you need above all in your collection is the perfect wiggle skirt. I've search for years and I've tested them all. While I still need to test these I can say after seeing Stefania wearing these styles that they are a proper fit and focus on the tailoring aspect not just the fabric. This floral style is a great number for work or cocktails and can be paired with items like the Delphine top for a more work appropriate look. A low cut top for evening wear or even a simple black tank and flats for summer day time wear. 

I love the bright pop of colour that comes with the Delphine top and this like many of the tops available comes in multiple colour ways.

Outfit 2 : 

Olive 3/4 Sleeve Top Black - $130.00 AUD

Laverne Skirt Rust / Black - $190.00 AUD

Second on my lust list - This outfit! There is something so effortlessly stunning about a perfectly created scoop neck 3/4 sleeve top when paired with a woolen pencil skirt. I've been hunting high and low for tops like this and I'm so excited to be able to photograph both of these items next month!! Yes you'd be getting a full review of my stand out favourite items from their range! 

I'm also loving the woolen plaid print as I've never owned anything in this colour way before. The styling options are endless and I can't wait to create a full winter look with these items. 

 

Outfit 1 :

Eleanor Dress High Risk Red - $220.00 AUD

Every woman needs a little black dress but every woman also needs a little red dress that when worn will knock everyone socks off! High risk? Yes, a high risk of getting you noticed for all of the best reasons. Curve hugging and simply stunning without showing too much skin, the Eleanor dress is for a really special occasion as it will give you amazing shape and make you stand out in the crowd. This dress is bold enough to only need an amazing pair of heels and a stunning brooch to complete the whole look. 

Outfit 2 : 

Wilhelmina Gown Ivory Print - $390.00 AUD

Finally we have the Wilhelmina Gown in a stunning Ivory print. This gown is a classic 50's shape swing dress made 100% silk is awe inspiring and luxury at it's finest. The Wilhelmina is the signature style from from Starlet Fever and is that quintessential formal gown for any vintage lovers. The boat neck and low v shaped back makes this style perfect for all body shapes and sizes. So if you have curves or not you will look amazing in this dress!

It's so great to see a vintage inspired brand that has such a focus on fit, tailoring and creating luxury products all made here in Australia. I will be shooting and reviewing a few of favourite styles next month so be sure to come back and see all of the fit details. I only hope I can look as amazing as Stefania does in these! All images shown were taken by Cupcake Photography and I'm in love with their style. Here's hoping we can work together one day!

New stock at Pinup Boutique

New stock has arrived this week at Pinup Boutique here is a sneak peak of what has just hit the store :

Deadly Dolly Top in White (Deadly Dames from PUG) - $65.00
Hot for Houndstooth High Waist Skirt - $70.00

 

Miss Fortune Varsity Cardigan - $80.00

Kristina Dress in Black Velveteen - $150.00

Retro Red and White Polka Dot Tote - $35.00

I'll take one of each please! Plus all the items listed are stocked up to a size 2x!!

You can find even more new items including its from the Deadly Dames range, cute sweaters, more dresses, aprons and more in the New Arrivals section via the website. 

 What do you have your eye on?