Vlog Post!!

Hey Swaggers!!

Here is our first video post where we go through our OOTD (outfits of the days) for a casual day at uni!We hope you enjoy!!

Thanks to 

Amy for editing

Katherine for directing 

Katie for filming 

Michael for script 

DIY Fringe Denim Jeans

Hey $waggers,

Welcome back to another blog post!! Today we are going to be doing our very first DIY post about how to create your own frayed hem denim jeans!! This DIY is super simple and is great for all my short girls out there who struggle to find denim jeans that are short enough in the legs. If you have had enough of folding up every single pair of jeans you own because they are too long, or want to spice up a plain pair of jeans, you need to learn this simple hack!! 

What You Will Need 

- a pair of jeans 

- sewings pins/fabric pencil and ruler 

- fabric scissors 

- a cheese grater 

The Steps

Starting off, take a pair of jeans that may be too long for you or that you would like to change up. I recommend putting on the jeans and then folding them up to the length you would want them to be. When doing this myself, I usually fold my up jeans to be in line with the bottom of my ankle to create that cropped denim look. 

Remember when doing this step - you can always cut your jeans shorter later on, so it is best not to fold too high the first time. We can always cut more length off, but we can't put length back on!

Then, carefully take the jeans off keeping the fold in the denim so you have a marking of where you need to cut. You can always use a a few sewing pins to keep the fold in the denim so you know where to cut them. If you trust your judgement with your eyes, you can always skip this step on go straight on to cutting with the scissor but for first timers, I recommend using the folding technique to work out the length of your jeans. 

Next, taking some sewing pins, unfold the fold you have made in your jeans and place the pins along the same line as the fold you have crated in the jeans. If you don't have sewing pins, you can always use a fabric pencil and ruler to mark along the jeans. Then, take some fabric scissors and cut along the line where the sewing pins have been placed. 

After you have made the cut, try them on again and this is where you can always cut off more if desired. 

Then comes the fun part!! 

Grab a cheese grater and go to town grating away the end of those jeans!! This step will create that super fashionable fringe hem look! You can always use a pair of tweezers to pull out some strands of jeans which will create more of a distressed look. 

Warning - this step can be a little messy with bits of denim flying everywhere so be cautious!

This step is where you can really make a pair of jeans your own. It is totally up to you how much you fringe your jeans so be creative with it!! 

Finally, shake off any fly aways and give them a final try on and admire you work of art!

Here is a link to a youtube video that can help you if you need any further assistance!! 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJEBv7xxJ8I

I really hope you guys have enjoyed this special DIY Fringe Denim Jeans edition!

If you try this out for yourself let me know how you go!!

Until next time, stay $wag!!

Katherine xx

How to Style Loafers

Hey $waggers,

Welcome back to another blog post! Today's hot topic of this blog is.. loafers! The popular trend of mules and loafers have been top of the must-haves for 2019. Loafers, particularly ones that are open-back, have been a key to this season's trends. As seen below, the popular loafers are worn by celebrity Scott Disick.

Scott Disick

Loafers are typically made of leather or suede and shaped like a moccasin with a flat heel. However, now that they are in fashion, there are many different styles and modifications to them with tassels being the main one.

'31 by Laurence

But besides tassels, the most common loafers are basic black with a gold bar attached on the front along with an open back. These typical loafers are a great match with any outfit. They go with a nice casual jeans and t-shirt outfit but can also be worn with formal clothes to up that look! Such shoes can be found in stores such as Myer or online stores such as The Iconic and ASOS. 

Billini Loafers - The Iconic

Popular brand Gucci sells the versatile shoes but at a higher price as it is more on the luxury end of the spectrum. The Gucci Soho Bag took the number one spot last season and now the Gucci loafers are taking over this season. Will you be getting yourself a pair?

Gucci Loafers 

Let us know if you'll be on board with this trend and how you style them!

-Amy xoxo

Tiffany's, Cartier & Pandora- Iconic Jewellery for Lots or Little

Hey $waggers,

Welcome back to the blog, today we'll be talking all things jewellery, focusing on a few stores and their iconic pieces. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with buying cheaper jewellery, I'm all for shopping at Lovisa and making a killer look from a 3 for $10 pair of earrings. But sometimes a gal might want to invest in a quality accessory that she knows she will have for life, so we will have a look at some higher end brands in this blog. Personally, I think investing in quality pieces for everyday wear and then buying cheaper items for special occasions is the way to go. If you're only wearing them occasionally they won't have a chance to turn your skin green.

Here are some brand ideas for you to take a look at. And don't forget if you love the style of a particular piece but just can't justify the price tag, there's always dupes available for much less somewhere!

Tiffany & Co

Tiffany & Co is renowned for being a high quality jewellers with a lot of stunning pieces, however they do have very affordable options available. They are most well known for their beautifully extravagant engagement rings costing ten's of thousands of dollars, however they are also popular with teens and young adults for their necklaces, most notably the 'Return to Tiffany' collection. They come in a range of styles, with the sterling silver style starting from $225. 

Also at Tiffany & Co are a range of watches. Pictured to the left is the 29mm white-faced piece from the Atlas collection. Coming in at $4,750, it isn't cheap but watches are a staple piece, and if you wear a watch daily this is an investment worth making. Offering faces in blue, green, pink, black and white this versatile piece will be a gem in anyone's collection.

Tiffany & Co.

Cartier

Cartier has been a well known brand for a long time, however they have taken off recently, being one of the most popular high end jewellers for young adults. They are most well known for their 'Love' collection, with the rings and bracelets being the most popular pieces. They have a range of materials, thicknesses and styles to account for different tastes and budgets and are well worth a look if you're on the hunt for a timeless, iconic, identifiable piece.

Cartier

Pandora

And finally Pandora, we all know it. Not high end and a LOT more affordable than the other brands in here but still high enough quality  that they won't turn your skin green. If you aren't quite ready to spend such large amounts on everyday jewellery you can purchase from Pandora for under $50. With a collection of great stackable rings, they will look great without being way above budget. Carrying a range of styles in all 3 major colours, you're sure to find something you like at Pandora.

Pandora

Keep swagging ladies and lads,

Katie xoxo

Need to know dog fashion tips

Hey Swaggers! 

So we’ve talked a lot about what looks great on you, so its about high time we discussed what looks great on your best four legged ride-or-die friend. That’s right, we’re about to chat about some dog fashion.

Going for a Walk

  We’ll start with something casual, you do it everyday but you and your poochie pal have to look at your best when strolling around the neighbourhood.

With summer coming up, the ladies out there might fancy throwing on a nice summer dress, so why not match it with your doggo? For a closer look, head over to our friends at https://www.banggood.com/Fashion-Pet-Dog-Dress-Clothes-Summer-Shirts-Vest-Comfy-Apparel-p-1307874.html?ID=528183&cur_warehouse=CN for this citrus themed sundress and plenty of other options!

And don’t think we’ve forgotten about you fellas! Ever find yourself walking around in your favourite Tommy apparel but feel a bit guilty because you know it’d look just as good on your dog? Well worry no more, summer 2019 is the time to get that look. Just check out the photo and you just know how much it makes thing pop.

Heading out but need to avoid the paparazzi?

We’ve all been there, either you’ve had a big night, you’re trying to avoid people or its just straight up sunny, you just throw on a pair of sunnies right? Well finally the sunglasses-outfit combo is becoming a mainstay in the dog fashion arena. And if your pooch is feeling fab, don’t be nervous to throw something on to really make them standout, 2020 will be the year to make the dog shine.

The Festive Season

As the year comes towards an end and there’s a plethora of Halloween and Christmas parties that you’re dressing up for, make it an outfit for two and see what your dog can pull off! Just look at how dynamic some of these guys are, cowboy for the spooky season and a snowman waiting for Santa to arrive. But don’t be afraid to experiment, why stop at Santa’s little help? Why not dress your pup up as Santa himself! Or dress them up like the present under the tree they really are.

xoxoMichael

Why You NEED a Pair of Converse

Hey $waggers,

Welcome back to another blog post!! Today we are going to talk about one of my all time favourite shoes, the infamous Converse sneakers. Converse is an American shoe company that was established in 1908. It's pretty fair to say that the Converse sneakers are on of the most comfy and stylish shoes to ever exist. You can never go wrong with a pair of Converse or "connies" as some may call them. There are so many different colours and styles of Converse including high top and low top, that can match any outfit you could ever imagine.

I believe that the reason Converse are so great and have been so well loved over the years is because they come in so many colours and so many different styles. Each and every person can find a pair of Converse to match their own individual style. My personal favs are these amazing black platform Converse which are great for all my short friends out there, giving you ultimate style but also that little bit of extra height ;)You can see here that this pair has been styled with some checkered socks and green cargo pants for that ultimate soft grunge look street look. These shoes are also perfect for uni as they are super comfortable and if they get dirty, they can easily be thrown into the washing machine to make them look new again. 

One pair that I would love to add to my collection is a high top red pair! These bright red fire engine pair have the ability to jazz up any plain look by adding that amazing pop of colour to your outfit! These can easily be paired with a pair of black jeans and comfy tee shirt. 
Link to the Converse Australia site - https://www.converse.com.au/

Pro Sneaker Tip!!

If you shoes are starting to look a bit sad or worn out, simply change the laces in the shoes to bring them back to life!! Replacing your old laces with brand new laces can transform any shoe into a brand new sneaker again!

Until next week, happy Friday!! 

Katherine xxx

How to work the Turtleneck

Hey $waggers, 

Welcome back to another post! Today we will be looking at the trend of turtlenecks. Once upon a time turtlenecks ruled the world in the 1980s but it was how they were styled in the 1990s thats been drawn to the style of how we wear them today. The popular trend of turtlenecks worn with mum jeans was popular back then and is again popular now. The turtle neck as a basic top is actually very much loved by Steve Jobs, who is not only remembered for his contributions to technology but also his personal collection and rotation of the same black turtleneck. The similar style of top has also been loved by popular artist, Drake, who has worn it underneath a suit and walked a red carpet showcasing it.

Drake

Steve Jobs

Kylie Jenner

However, turtlenecks have been adapted to suit formal clothing as well as just the regular basic top or knit. On the infamous red carpet,  Kylie Jenner rocks a gown by Lebanese designer Shady Zeineldine. The gold dress seen below incorporates a turtleneck and is skin tight on the body, still showcasing a good figure while maintaining to be stylish.

Dwayne Johnson

A perfect representation of the style of turtleneck is Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, who actually wore it in the 90's styled with a big, gold chain and a fanny pack. Dwayne Johnson recreated this look on his instagram which attracted many of his fans who liked the outfit too. After sharing this photo, the popular star also rocked it down the red carpet.

Is the turtleneck for you?

Amy xoxo