Australian Style

 

G'day!

 

Thought I'd welcome you Aussie style ahead of our national `Australia Day' holiday. For those abroad, Australia Day marks the anniversary of when our great country was founded some 228 years ago.

 

We're famous for our meat pies, vegemite, Uluru, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Great Barrier Reef, Hugh Jackson, the Hemsworth brothers and other Hollywood Aussie exports, Mick Dundee and the outback, our wildlife, and our beaches, the list goes on.....  

 

In the bush, it's the windmills, the merino sheep, the kelpies (our best mates), the water tanks, the large verandahs, the sponge cakes, lamingtons and roasts, the flies, the mozzies, the cicadas, luminous crops, blazing hot summer days, dust storms, and the endless stunning sunsets that's typical of our great country, and which is a normal part of our life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Then there are our Aussie style icons and designers who've had an impact far beyond our great country such as the Akubra hat, RM Williams, Ugg Australia (making a mark internationally during the northern hemisphere winter), Camilla Franks, Camilla and Marc, Bec & Bridge, Zimmerman, Sass & Bide, Ellery and Maticevski among many.

 

Which brings me to Australia Day style, featuring four styled outfits to give you some inspiration, factoring in the typical body shapes.

 

Hourglass: hips and shoulders are similar width with a defined and noticeably smaller waist
Rectangle: shoulders, waist and hips all similar in width
I shape: boyish shape, also known as a narrow rectangle
Triangle: shoulders are narrower than the hips
Inverted Triangle: shoulders are broader than the hips
Oval: waist is wider than the shoulders and hips  

 

Outfit #1 - Fun and Quirky

 

 

Spread the Australia Day celebration fun in overalls, bright print t-shirt, platform sandals and retro sunnies. Add a sunny yellow backpack, some red lippy and an Aussie wrist watch.

 

Triangle shape

• the bright pattern of the t-shirt and overall straps draw attention to the upper part of the body away from fuller bottom area
• ensure the t-shirt is fitted and visually defines your shape under the overalls
• the all-white of the overalls doesn't draw attention to any specific part of the lower body, and visually lengthens the silhouette
• the platform sandals add height while being comfy

I shape

• the bright pattern and colours of the t-shirt add interest to the silhouette
• ensure the t-shirt is fitted and visually defines your body shape under the overalls

  

Outfit #2 - Country

 
Head to the bush and celebrate Australia Day country style this long weekend. Team a fitted white shirt with an A-line skirt and Ugg Australia ankle boots to fit right in. Accessorise with simple stud earrings, wrist watch, Ray Ban sunnies, some lip gloss, and don't forget the leather overnight bag.

 

Hourglass figure

• the clean cut lines and simplicity of the shirt and skirt is flattering to the figure
• ensure shirt is tucked in so skirt can define waistline
• undo blouse buttons to create open neckline
• A-line skirt skims over curves
• a fitted shirt helps to define bust and waist
• the vertical line of skirt zipper visually lengthens the silhouette

Inverted triangle 

• undo blouse buttons to create open neckline
• a fitted shirt helps to define body shape
• ensure shirt is tucked in so skirt can define waistline
• an A-line skirt helps to balance the lower half of the body to broader upper area
• the vertical line of skirt zipper visually lengthens the silhouette

Rectangle/I shape

• undo blouse buttons to create open neckline (if flat chested, not necessary)
• a fitted shirt helps to define body shape
• create shape and waistline by ensuring shirt is tucked in to skirt

Triangle shape

• undo blouse buttons to create open neckline, and add necklace to help to draw attention to upper part of body away from lower half (if larger)
• the simple cut of the skirt doesn't draw unwanted attention to lower half of body, and skims over curves
• the vertical line of the skirt zipper visually lengthens the silhouette

 

Outfit #3 - Casual

Get into the casual mood of Australia Day celebrations with a denim sleeveless shirt tied at waist, paired with beige shorts and flat tan sandals. Accessorise with leather wrist cuff, tan fringe bag, sunnies, some lip gloss and of course the iconic Akubra hat.

 

Hourglass figure 

• undo shirt buttons to create open neckline 
• waist tie of shirt highlights enviable waistline
• ensure shorts have minimal detail on hip area

Inverted triangle

• undo shirt buttons to create open neckline
• waist tie of shirt highlights waistline though ensure midriff is not exposed if have tummy
• buckles on shorts waistline draws eye downwards, adding interest to lower part of body (if conscientious about broader top half)
• ensure shorts have some flare in legs to balance overall silhouette

I shape 

• undo short buttons to create open neckline though can leave done up if flat chested
• waist tie of shirt helps to create shape
• buckles on shorts waistline add interest, as does cuff

Triangle shape

• undo shirt buttons to create open neckline and add necklace to draw attention to upper part of body
• opt for plain shorts with minimal details on hip area

 

Outfit #4 - Beach

 

Those lucky enough to be spending Australia Day on the beach, celebrate in a stylish maxi dress like one designed by iconic Australian designer, Camilla Franks. Team it with flat gladiator sandals, wrist cuff, large straw hat to protect from the sun, some lip gloss and a of course a beach bag.

 

I shape 

• pattern on neckline adds interest
• add belt if desired to create a waistline

Triangle shape 

• pattern on neckline adds interest to upper part of body, and add earrings instead of cuff to enhance the effect
• ensure dress skims over curves
• belt is preferable to define waist and create shape

O shape

• pattern on neckline helps draw the eye to your face, add earrings to enhance the effect, along with hat and lippy
• ensure dress skims over curves but is not baggy
• the eye catching print of the dress keeps the eye moving rather than focussed undesirably on specific parts of the body

I hope this gives you some style inspo for Australia Day and to those abroad as spring approaches. Outfit details can be found at http://whatsmystyle.polyvore.com/. Also check out styling tips for the off-the-shoulder trend http://whatismystyle1.blogspot.com.au/2016/01/how-to-nail-off-shoulder-trend.html.


I hope you also enjoyed the insight, through the above pics, into life here in country Australia.


Would love to hear, see and share what you love about your own country and life.


Until next week, take care.


Nicky xx




 

 

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