Shoeholics Anonymous: Windsor Smith 'Whistel'

Mildly obsessed with buying uncomfortable clunky black shoes. The latest is this pair of pointed, chunky flats from Windsor Smith, 'Whistel' (why is it spelled wrong? What purpose does that serve?)

I'm yet to wear these out in public yet because the sole literally does not bend, it is so unbelievably solid that it feels like I'm walking with concrete boots on my feet. But they're so classy looking, plus they were 50% off! (My justification for every impulsive purchase).

In other news! I'm back to posting on my nailart Instagram account, after a two month hiatus! And I've finished my uni degree! It's really difficult to see this time now (post classes, pre-March 2015) as time to start looking for a job as opposed to the four month holiday as it's been for the past four years. Here's hoping I find some purpose, motivation and focus to kickstart this next stage of my life!

Shoeholics Anonymous: Hey, I put some new shoes on and suddenly everything is right

Maybe a tad materialistic. Also a Paolo Nutini lyric (ooh, that Scottish brogue). Also a motto I live by. If you take the words 'new shoes' and change it to 'new perspective and attitude towards life and hardship.' Though new shoes is a thousand times easier. Catchier as a song lyric too...

That being said, who doesn't love $15 bargain new shoes? I'm way too nervous about starting my career as a teacher, so I'll just keep building my 'teacher wardrobe' in the meantime. These shoes are definitely comfortable enough for long periods of standing, decent heel height to still be professional and simple cork-n-black combo. Plus, you know, they're heels. So that menacing 'click click' sound as I walk will no doubt scare students into minimising their Facebook and Tumblr tabs and shoving their phones back in their pencilcases. Kids these days...

Regular Dosage: Rain rain, go away

 

I spent the last few days away in Phillip Island with a group of teenagers from my church. We enjoyed the time immensely, three study sessions of Hebrews 12, plus ample free time to spend at the beach, fishing, playing card and board games, mini golf, cooking and (my personal favourite past time) playing music. A few guitars and an electric drum-kit and some pretty creative and amusing individuals made for some interesting improvised lyrics. It's just too bad that the weekend always ends so suddenly. Back to reality and back to work! 

The weather in Melbourne has been shocking. It's the second week of summer, but you'd never guess it, considering the non-stop rain we've had today. I actually wore a coat and scarf. I should be wearing shorts and singlets now! I'm also considering bringing my heater back out of storage. Boo!

Happy Monday! 

OOTD: Spring Racing Carnival 2013

Shoes: Jo Mercer (here)

Dress: Gingham & Heels (here)

The Spring Racing Carnival was on recently. I went to the Caulfield Cup with a few friends from work, and despite the intense heat and the pain my feet were in, it was a good day. I bought these Joanne Mercer heels for the occasion, plus the dress from a boutique. The fascinator was from Target because I'm never going to wear it again. When I was leaving the house, my sister greeted me with a lovely 'I like the dead crow on your head.' Lovely.

Also! These shoes are called 'Hermione!' I didn't know that till just now. Argghh!