On Christmas Day I am usually in my PJ's until late morning, mainly because I am usually in the kitchen till then! Once I am a bit more under control in the kitchen, I love to spend some time getting ready for the festive day ahead. For me this means a nice dress and some jewellery, but on Christmas Day it is also about being comfortable, I want to have room to be able to enjoy all that yummy food!!

Thinking about food, I have had a look at whats 'fashionable' right now, but what is also comfortable to wear and wont have you adjusting your belts too much!! If your still on the hunt for a Christmas Day outfit there are some great sales on at the moment! If you are dressing from your existing wardrobe then maybe the outfit ideas below will help you out.

If you cant get away from comfy jeans, then try these relaxed style chambray pants. Teamed with a pepper red blouse and heels this look can be dressed up, or try sandals for a more casual look.
Esprit EDC Pleat front blouse AU$49.95, Esprit Silky Denim pant AU$99.95, Witchery Multi Circle Hoop Earring $34.90, Witchery Tassle Link Bracelet $54.90, Portmans Beijing Heeled Sandal (on sale) AU$49.95.

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A Maxi dress can hide a multitude of sins. (If your worried about your arms then throw on a denim jacket or cropped cardi with this look.) The belt gives some definition to the look, and you can always discretely adjust it if needed!! 
Country Road Circle chain earring $54.90, Country Road Semi Chain Choker $64.90, Glassons Print Strappy Maxi (on sale) $29.99, Glassons Tripple Keeper Skinny Belt $9.99, ​Merchant Weyland Casual Sandal $119.90.

A skirt is a great option if you don't feel comfortable in a dress. The off the shoulder top is very 'in' right now, and the longer sleeves disguise arms, but show off a bit of shoulder. 
Country Road Gathered Waist Skirt $199.00, Decjuba Izzy Gypsey Blouse AU$89.95, Decjuba Tori Bolt Beaded Necklace AU$39.95, Merchant Longeria Mid Heel $219.90, Decjuba Oli Lock Cuff $29.95.

A shorter dress option is great if you want to expose your legs to a bit of Christmas Day sun! I love the colour of this Country Road cotton dress, which is more  raspberry than pink in the shops. 
Country Road Mesh Midi Dress $149.00, CR Disc Earrings (on sale) $29.90, MAX Crescent Bracelet $19.99, Witchery Cedric Sandal $149.90.

Another off-the-shoulder option, this is a more relaxed summer look, maybe for a Christmas spent at the beach or Bach. 
Country Road Bandeau Shirt $149.00, Storm Get your Edge on Embroidered shorts $139.00, MAX Mixed Metal Pendant $39.99, Storm Sandal Gunmetal $149.00, MAX Textured Bracelet set (on sale) $14.99.

Its that time of year, (if you haven't already done so), to start thinking about swimwear! For the majority of us it is a daunting process, so here are a few tips to help you choose a swimsuit or bikini that will flatter your shape.

​For more on body-shapes go to Dress for your Shape. Also check out my Beach Accessories at the bottom of this post, and take a look at my Accessories page for Sunglasses for your face-shape.

PEAR
​You want to balance your proportions to even out your full hips and smaller bust. Choose full bottomed pants, ruched detailing on your bust and padded cups, prints and details that will draw your eye upwards.
ROXY Pop Surf Zip Front Bikini Top $99.99 & High Waist Westsuit Bikini Bottom $69.99, Nextdirect.com Plum Underwired Swimsuit $54.50, Seafolly Spot On Bikini Top AU$89.95 & Bottoms AU$79.95.

INVERTED TRIANGLE
​Generally your bottom half is smaller than your top half, and you are quite broad shouldered. Look for high-cut bikini bottoms, prints on a swimsuit that can even out your shape, and if you can thick set straps, halter, or deep plunging styles.
Country Road Floral Triangle Bikini Top $64.90 & Bottoms $54.90, Farmers Zest Resort Palm Print Deep V Suit $79.99, ​Witchery Los Angeles Top $89.90 & Marmi Bottom $79.90.

RECTANGLE
With your straight up and down boyish figure, (slim hips and small chest), you want to add curves ; look for tops with ruffles, padded cups, halter styles or eye-catching prints.
Witchery Genoa Top $99.90 & Positano Bottom $79.90, Topshop Bamboo Print Plunge Bikini Top $42.00 & Bottoms $35.00 (available in store or online), Farmers Zest Resort Famlingo Print Brief $29.99 & Top $39.99.

HOURGLASS
​With your voluptuous, curvy shape  you want to whittle down your waist. Choose dark colours & perhaps nipped in waists, or patterns that define your waist. Play-up your curves with this Summers biggest style - the high waist bikini and halter style top.
Country Road Bandeau Halter Bikini Top $64.90 & Bottom $54.90, Roxy-New Zealand Beach Babe Halter One Piece $99.99, Glassons Retro Bandeau Bikini Set (with removable straps) $34.99.

APPLE
​A rounded middle but good legs, you want to look for a Swimsuit with support. If you opt for a bikini go for the high waisted pants as these will help to cover areas your not so comfortable with.
Smith & Caughey Nancu Gantz Bora Bora Swimsuit $189.95, Ezibuy Quayside One Piece Crossover Swimsuit $99.99, ​Farmers Zest Resort Basic Swim Black, Brief $29.99 Bikini Top $39.99.

For some Beach Accessories, take a look below, and also check out my Sunglasses post.
Country Road Crochet Fedora $59.93 (25% off), Cotton On Terri Towel $24.46 (on sale), Farmers Zest Resort Red Kaftan $79.99, Smith & Caughey Jets Crescendo Kaftan $138.00, Nextdirect.com White Embroidered Kaftan Dress $75.00, Cotton On Terri Trilby $11.86 (on sale), Glassons Wide Brim Hat $19.99, Cotton On Mt Tuckey Turkish Towel $24.46, (on sale), Country Road Tassle Detail Basket $126.75 (on sale), Glassons Twist Tassle Kaftan $39.99, ​Witchery Marta Tote $109.00.

I thought I'd share with you some of the items that I hope Santa will bring me. (I'll have to make sure I share this post with my husband and family!!) Not all of it is fashion, but they are all items that would definitely bring a smile to my face and add a dose of inspiration or happiness, if I found any of them under my tree. 

I am big on smoothies and juices, especially coming into Summer. This Lola Berry book would get me out of my rut of the same two smoothies I keep producing! I am in desperate need of a new watch and this ICE watch is a pretty summer style. I love the simplicity of the gold and black Country Road bracelet, and the Karen Walker ring is so cute. I have long been a Kate Moss fan and this book uncovers the stories behind her most iconic outfits, with fashion industry insiders revealing how Kate chooses what she wears and why. 
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Lola Berry Smoothies & Juices $29.99 (Whitcoulls), Ice Flower Legend Watch $159.00 (silvermoon.co.nz), Country Road Rope Bracelet $54.90, Karen Walker Single Flower Ring silver $139.00, Kate Moss_Style Angela Buttolph $66.95 (Whitcoulls).

I love the bright orange print of this one-piece from Country Road and I feel more comfortable in a one piece. I am on the look out for a print for my office, I love the colours and of course the stylish Fashion theme of this print. The KOOKAI clutch has so many amazing colours you could team it with everything and you cant go wrong with a pair of tan, ankle tie sandals for summer.
Country Road Scarf Print Swimsuit $149.00, Etsy - Print Lana Moes $46.15, KOOKAI Chic Embroided Clutch $50.00, Country Road Robynne Sandal $109.00.

I have a few functions coming up over Summer so I am in need of a beautiful new dress, and love this cherry red colour. The KOOKAI bralette would be great to wear under those slightly sheer summer gypsy tops. I am on the hunt for a gorgeous statement summer necklace and this is it. (Check out my Look of the Week for how I incorporate this into an outfit.) I am a HUGE fan of Jamie Oliver and so glad that he has released a book of recipes which consider a healthier way of cooking. This handbag is such a gorgeous subtle pink, but its the rose print lining inside, (with removable central zip bag), that makes it for me.
Country Road Gathered Waist Dress $259.00, KOOKAI Everyday Bralette $30.00, AugusandCeleste Lemon Pop Ply Necklace AU$79.00, Book Depository Jamie Oliver Everyday Superfood $50.74, ​Merchant Elsa Handbag $139.90.

Ok, I'd better stop there as there are quite a few things I am loving in the shops right now! Check out my Lust Items/Santa List next week, for my designer ultimate Santa Wish List.