I have my mother visiting from France at the moment, and it has been so lovely having these last few special weeks together. This week we ventured into the city for lunch, and to catch up with a friend.

For a similar look, try these items;
ASOS Ultimate Leather Biker Jacket with Quilt Hem Detail $194.49, Decjuba Eloise Metallic Spot Tee AU$69.95, Shine On Stella + Gemma Necklace Drop Bar Gold $45.00, Witchery Zip Textured Ponte Pant $109.90, Esprit Faux Leather Hobo Bag AU$99.95, Merchant 1948 Sigourney Dress Flat $189.90.

I fell in love with this Max Check Coatigan, it is really soft and luxorious and I know that it would slot into my wardrobe and work with lots of pieces for winter styles. I didn't purchase it but will keep an eye on -line for discounts so that I don't have to pay full price!
Here are some pieces that will re-create this look.
Max Check Coatigan $199.99, Decjuba Alena LS Tie Front Top AU$69.95, Witchery Studs Jean $149.90, Seed Heritage Layered Charm Necklace $44.90, Seed Heritage Animal Sneaker $159.90.

For a similar look try these; Just Jeans Leonie Hi Low Roll Neck AU$79.95,  Jeans West Indi Knit Denim Skinny Jean $99.99, Cotton On Rubi Tiffany Strap Ballet $29.95, Country Road Sterling Silver Star Stud $109.00.

To style a similar look try these items;
Decjuba Eloise Metallic Spot Tee AU$69.95, Decjuba Luxe High Rise Skinny Jean AU$99.95, Seed Heritage Suede Lariat $34.90, Merchant 1948 Marble Dress Flat $209.90, ​Witchery Olivia Wayfarer Sunglasses $79.90.

For a similar look try these pieces;
Glassons Biker Jacket $79.99, Just Jeans CK Denim Brady A1 Shirt AU$119.95, Decjuba Luxe Tube Skirt AU$59.95, Decjuba Zig Zag Ombre Scarf AU$39.95, Witchery Leah Sneaker $149.90.

This week has been crazy with appointments in the city, seeing clients and juggling the kids activities and everyday life. Earlier this week I wasn't sure what the weather was going to be doing so threw on my Decjuba blazer that I have been dying to wear.

A blazer is a great investment piece and I love the military style and khaki colour of this one. (For more blazer ideas check out my Hot in the Shops from last week.) There are lots of styles around and at very different price points so shop around. My blazer is double breasted, but you can also opt for a single button fastening, I love the button detailing as it dresses up the jacket.

For a similar style look out for these pieces;
Witchery Military Blazer $299.90, Country Road Cap Sleeve Tee $49.90, Just Jeans Amaze High Rise Jeans AU$89.95, Decjuba Double Breasted Blazer AU$159.95, Lovisa Brushed Gold Torque Necklace AU$17.99,
Country Road Loretta Sandal $64.90, Country Road Lucia Pivot Ring $34.90, Country Road Tiny Gem Cuff Set $44.90.

I have been on the look out for a summer top in orange. For me, orange is a colour that I turn to in summer as it is a colour that suits my complexion and it also makes me feel happy. I love this Just Jeans orange halter top, and it was a bargain price too. 

I have teamed it with gold hoop earrings from a local craft market, a tribal wooden bracelet, and tan slides. For a similar look check out the options to the side.

I love my Dotti Satin bomber, but have to admit that because it is satin I have had some reservations about wearing it during the day. But I am getting pretty bored of my trusty leather jacket so today I put it on, and it was the perfect accompaniment to this sunny/not sunny day.

Dotti have size 10 left on-line of my colour Bomber Jacket. Otherwise you could try a Glassons Bomber Jacket, as they currently come in 7 colours. I teamed it with the orange cami for a pop of colour and I wear Forever New ripped jeans, and my thong sandals are from overseas but these ones are very cute.
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Dotti Satin Bomber (on sale) $49.99, Decjuba Poppy Peplum Cami AU$39.95, Forever New Rosie Low Rise Skinny Jean AU$99.99, Mi Piaci Laura Casual Sandal $210.00.

This week I have enjoyed my Cotton On Lightweight Chinos. They have been great to throw on with different tops and I have even dressed them up with a little heel. 

For a similar look try; Dotti Lovely Lace Top $39.94 or Country Road Shirred Contrast Off Shoulder $159.00, Cotton On The Lightweight Chino $34.95, ​Witchery Sunny Sandal $149.90.