(Vintage Top, Topshop Shirt, Zara Skirt/Jacket/Heels, See By Chloe Bag) As you can see I'm still going through a pretty big colour blocking phase. Every outfit I've worn to NZFW so far has been full of bright and bold pieces and to be honest I haven't seen a lot of colour around NZFW. Apparently NZ is renowned for wearing black which is bizarre seeing how bubbly, nice and friendly every kiwi I've met so far is! I absolutely love how happy wearing bright colours makes me feel so I couldn't even imagine what they would be like If they were too. These photos were taken by NZ style blogger Marcella of Fashion Distraction and her boyfriend, who are the sweetest pair of kiwi's and remind me of how Luke and I work when we shoot together. Actually, Marcella reminds me a lot of myself. She stayed up late editing these photos before she sent them to me so they were perfect. Nice to know I'm not the only crazy perfectionist out there. Thank you Marcella!I've backlogged all my NZFW posts so they're coming shortly. There's so much news I need to share with you all NZFW and non-NZFW related. One being some very exciting news with Chictopia and American Apparel, but I'll spill the beans when I'm not already running late to a show. (Photos by Yvan Rodic, Fashion Distraction)

There was definitely an exciting buzz in the air before and long after Hailwood's highly anticipated AW 11/12 show. Everyone I spoke to on the first day of NZFW told me is was a must see event so I was eager to see what all the hype was about. Named after Adrian Hailwood's mother, "Catherine" was a collection as beautiful as it was unique, which didn't disappoint in the slightest. Focusing on simplicity and a sleek "grown up glamor", models were given natural looking hair and clean minimal make up with a striking bold red lip (A look I personally love). Black, white and cream dominated most of the collection with subtle hints of navy and blue floral prints occasionally making appearances in kimono like jackets and tops. Wide brimmed hats, large side splits and black fringing reinforced the Spanish meets Country Western vibe with one dress made completely out of two toned fringing that took over 55 hours to construct by hand. Personal favourites was the "Zora" blue lady print dress which was named after Adrian's friend and long time muse Zara Boyd, and the pom pom poncho seen above. Hailwood will be taking his show to LA on October 18th and If NZFW was anything to go by I'm sure he'll find global success far beyond our sunny shores.