Ankle boots agree with me, so it would be very very easy to welcome these boots into my already crowded ankle boot family.

Luckily for my bank account, VAVE Shoe Repair still don’t ship to Australia.
No no, don’t go recommending any parcel forwarding services. It’s the only thing holding me back.

Although I’m not particularly a big fan of provoking my readers to “stalk me”, the concept of Currently Obsessed is definitely something I can get behind. The project allows readers to follow their favourite bloggers as they browser-window shop, curating a list of all the things they’re currently obsessed with online.

I know there are a great deal more items I covet online than I find time to blog about, so if you and I share a similar aesthetic, you can join Currently Obsessed and “stalk me” around the internet as I sigh over all the lovely items I find.

With the intermittent storms here in Melbourne I’ve been thinking ahead to Autumn Winter 2012. Despite my obvious aesthetic leanings I actually have complete disdain for winter fashion, predominantly because I’ve always struggled finding jackets and coats I love. Trying to keep in line with my less is more ethos, I’ve narrowed down my winter jacket requirements to three key items I believe will see me through the season.

The first is and always will be the quintessential Rick Owens biker jacket (pictured above). I’ve tried my hand at inspired designs and know in my heart of hearts I won’t be happy until I have the real thing.

Helmut Lang Cropped Leather Jacket

I found a cropped leather jacket in the sales last year at Forever New of all stores; but the sleeves are only 3/4 length and won’t be appropriate for when the true winter hits. So a full-length sleeved cropped jacket (not necessarily in leather) is a must for me this winter. It is the best fitting and most versatile shape to have for the rest of my wardrobe since I have a tendency to cinch the waists on most of my ensembles. Unfortunately most “cropped” styles aren’t cropped enough for my short torso, so this is a difficult item to find.

Gestuz Leather Belted Coat

Lastly I’m after the perfect black classic wool coat with leather sleeves. It is a style that’s been produced by several brands, high-end and low; but none seem to be tailored enough at the back which is a uncompromisable requirement for my body shape. The one pictured is on sale for a steal but is sadly the wrong cut.

While all the winter sales are on overseas it seems like the perfect time to buy, if only I could find my perfect jackets. The hunt continues…

ACNE Pistol Short Boots

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ASOS Petite Leather T-Bar Dress

Loving the unexpected raspberry shade for this sleek leather bodycon dress. Sadly it’s only available through ASOS Petite and would be far too short on me. It’s on sale, too… somebody please snap it up!

Alexander Wang Marion Mini Sling Bag

Still in love with this sweet little bag and it’s sharp design details.

Dear Santa,
I know it’s a little late for 2011 – maybe next year? I’ve been ever so good.

Love,
Alicia

Giorgio Brato Hooded Leather Jacket

The weather is heating up and I’m constantly left feeling that I don’t have any style-appropriate summer heels. These geometric sandals fit the bill perfectly, and would still look excellent with tights in winter.

Here’s to hoping the sturdy wooden heel will make the 10cm rise a little more easy to manage.