Lala Belle

Back in 2011 I had the pleasure of flying up to Sydney and shooting a look book with Lala Belle and featured some of the items and images from the shoot in a full blog post.

From the moment I slipped into their stunning designs, a full blown lust affair was started and I've been loving every season since. But this spring season, one dress stood out above all others for me. With a flirty almost pinup shape I have found 'the' dress for my shape and I'm smitten. 

Polka-dot Resort Flounce Dress - $290

I'm positive this dress was made for my body shape! The 2 way stretch Jersey fabric hugs my curves in all the right ways and feels absolutely amazing. With a bodycon shape that is great for hourglass girls, square neckline and flared sleeves this will be my go to dress for spring and summer! 

I'm wearing the Resort Flounce Dress in a size XS and as you can see if fits like a glove. Most polka-dot fabrics can look odd if too fitted and the dots can change shape but as you can see this print is perfect all over and there are no issues with fit. 

My favourite feature has to be the flared sleeve and flounce skirt hem. No matter what size I've been, I've never liked my upper arms as they carry so much more weight than the bottom half. This dress softly floats over your upper arm, hiding any issues you may have. This is also a brilliant feature for the warmer months as you don't have clinging fabric under your arms and it's super breezy! The flounce skirt will also inspire you to twist, shake and twirl. Can't wait to wear this out dancing! 

While I usually wear a more deep v or sweetheart neckline I'm actually loving the square shape featured on this garment. The higher neckline helps emphasize my hourglass shape and draws your eye to my waistline! This dress is also lined with the a plain black 2 way stretch jersey so there is extra shaping and no see through fabrics. Please note I'm wearing a corset with this dress for extra shape and the Jersey fabric can show the steel bones/bottom of the corset at times. 

While I styled this in a more Autumn style pinup look you can slip this dress into every season and go crazy with accessories. Simply styled for spring, paired with bold colours such as red or yellow over the summer and then layered with cardigans, trench coats and more in winter. This dress is amazing and a great investment for your wardrobe. 

This is just one of many new season dresses available at Lala Belle. I'm currently lusting after these beauties for summer! Bright tropical prints for the warm summer heading our way. I love the bold colour choices on crisp white cotton! Then one item I'm in super lust with full skirted lace layering dress. This dress is sexy, dark, and a little spooky - just like me! I'd style this dress with underwear as shown, bodysuits in black and even with a cute figure hugging bodycon underneath. 

Summer-print Stretch Cotton Dress - $329.00

Rose-print Stretch Cotton Dress - $329.00

High Neck Layering Lace Dress - $290.00

My photographer for this shoot is the always AMAZING Brooke Orchard. I'm so grateful I get to create amazing images with this talented and stunning woman. She has some great specials on shoots over November so follow her Facebook page for more details. We also have an amazing editorial coming out in November for Adore Pinup Magazine so look out for lots of promo once it is out! 

Polka-dots, Monsters and Sailors oh my!

Another season has passed and here I am once again to bring you my current favorites from Hell Bunny. It's taken me many years but I can now proudly say that I love swing style dresses and petticoats.

Now don't get me wrong I still adore my wiggle styles but there is just something so fun and playful about a swing dress or skirt.

B-Movie Dress - $74.95AU
Hell Bunny Green Petticoat - $48.95
Heartbreaker Fashion - Betty Bolero in Black - $34.00US
Luichiny Eye Doll Platforms - $89.95US

Being a big B-Grade Horror movie fan I love pretty much anything that has this Monstertastic print!

This swing dress (in an XL) is the same style as others I have in my collection so I should have remembered to size down to the Large for a tighter fit. This is a halter style so it can accommodate different sizes chests.

But overall this dress is brilliant! The bright print goes perfectly with the super psychobilly green of the petticoat! I added the waist belt to define the waist band as it is a little too roomy for me around here. The petticoat not only matches this dress perfectly but also makes the 50's swing style skirt work to it's full potential.

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Motley 50's Dress in Navy Blue - £49.99
Heartbreaker Fashions - Betty Bolero in Red - $34.00US 

Bringing out my love for all things nautical with this dress! This is the same style as the B-Grade print above so you can see its a little loose around the waist also. I am not wearing a petticoat under this dress but it still retains the great aline/circle skirt shape.

The fabric on this is a lot heavier than the previous dress and very lush. I adore the addition of pocket the bow on the bust/strap. Every little feature on this frock is adorable and so perfectly nautical! 

I paired this with the red betty bolero as the navy and bright red always suit each other perfectly! I would have loved to have worn this with a matching thick red waist belt and heels but I forgot to pack them! Silly me!

Peggy Sue Dress - $74.00AU
Heartbreaker Fashion - Betty Bolero in Black - $34.00US
Hell Bunny Black Petticoat - $48.95AU

Finally we get to my stand out favorite of all 3 dresses. What stands out to me about this style is the black features throughout the red and white polka dot print. This is an XL but due to the more form fitting shape it's a perfect fit. The padded bust holds you in nicely (I am wearing a bra) and the back of the bodice is smocked from the top of the waist band for a perfect fit. There are pockets on the front of this style also which is fantastic.

My bolero covers the straps of this dress but they are spaghetti thin and there are 3! One is a falter and two are just halter straps. You can remove all of these depending on how you want the garment to look.

I paired this with a black petticoat, belt and bolero to make the black buttons and other accents pop even more so!

Here is a clearer version of the button detail.

Many thanks to my photographer and fellow Bella Model Jessica Eisner for shooting and working with me on this! She is an awesome photographer so check out her work via facebook and book a shoot. I hope to work with her again shortly.

To find out more about Hell Bunny you can find their wholesale website here Popsoda or contact them on Facebook.