tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69044587079180262052024-03-19T14:54:00.836+11:00Little Bits of LovelyWelcome to Little Bits of Lovely, a celebration of everything chic + lovely - from fashion, interiors + inspiration for a life well-lived.Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.comBlogger621125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-35988695637806061182013-08-17T18:52:00.003+10:002013-08-18T07:16:17.773+10:00An update + a fond farewell
In case you have found your way here, I wanted to let you know that I'm set up with my new digs and am back blogging again!
I had a slight change in direction which you can read more about here - I'd love you to stop by and check out my new site, One Beautiful Life.
This will be my final post on this blog, but I'd still love you to take a look around at the archives here as there Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-91790131846917827992013-03-04T21:12:00.001+11:002013-05-04T12:38:01.141+10:00A confident change in direction
Many of you know that the last year or so has been one of huge change for me, one which has also seen my self confidence quietly diminish as I questioned over and over again what exactly I am meant to be doing, whether or not I should keep this blog and whether I even have anything meaningful to contribute to the blogopshere. It would be a hard decision to end the blog as I love being able Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com48tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-38179090772544922102013-03-02T16:22:00.002+11:002013-03-02T16:22:35.371+11:00Weekend Wear {denim}
Chambray shirt // Jeans // Ballet flats // Bag // Glasses // Chanel nail colour, Pirate // Christian Dior lip colour, Nude rouge
I am loving this super chic and simple denim ensemble for the weekend. These nude ballet flats are a wardrobe staple given how incredibly versatile they are, and I do love how the red nails add the perfect touch of glam!
Enjoy your weekend!
Rachel Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-87625409008427442142013-02-28T22:08:00.000+11:002013-02-28T22:20:54.967+11:00Colour Crush :: Chartreuse
I've been crushing over chartreuse lately and have to say how much I'm unexpectedly loving this colour. It pairs beautifully with neutrals like black and grey and of course, makes for a fabulous statement.
In my dream wardrobe, I'm imagining wearing a minimalistic + chic outfit, something like this...
one. Warby Parker frames // two. Kelly Wearstler cuff // three. Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-77125300662145337892013-02-27T10:30:00.000+11:002013-02-27T10:30:00.938+11:00A peek into my closet....
Hi lovelies! I'm over visiting my friend Gaby's blog, The Vault Files today where I'm featured in her In My Closet series. Hop on over for a peek!
Rachel xoRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-55850558982604701992013-02-26T21:36:00.000+11:002013-02-26T21:36:06.772+11:00Life In Style, Sydney
If you follow me on instagram you'll know that on Saturday I went to check out Sydney's Life InStyle trade show. The weather was crappy (we had torrential rain all weekend!) but seeing all of these obscenely creative people in one space more than made up for it.
I left feeling really inspired after meeting so many passionate + talented peeps who were showcasing their waresRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-61815328972030844462013-02-25T22:08:00.001+11:002013-02-25T22:58:20.793+11:00Thoughts for a new week :: be your own best friend
Over the years as I have gotten older (and of course, wiser), I have learned to become my own best friend. Sometimes this means making a 'boring' decision or saying no, when in another lifetime I would have definitely said yes; but I know that living with myself everyday I have to make choices and decisions that are going to lead me to a better tomorrow.
Carrie Bradshaw Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-87525151180000788262013-02-22T23:21:00.000+11:002013-02-22T23:21:03.046+11:00Weekend Wear + links
one. // two. // three. // four. // five. // six. // seven. // eight. // nine.
Happy weekend loves! This week has been incredibly long so I am very much looking forward to two days of bliss and playing catch up. The Life In Style trade show is on in Sydney this weekend so I will be heading down there tomorrow to check it out. I've been seeing loads of pics pop up on instagram so I'm keenRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-24963789852972090882013-02-20T22:45:00.002+11:002013-02-20T22:45:22.899+11:00Camilla Freeman-Topper :: Modern French Glamour
I recently stumbled across the home of Camilla Freeman-Topper (one half of Aussie label Camilla + Marc) and loved everything about the modern French look she created, which oozes nothing short of glamour.
Her clever mix of traditional French provincial themed pieces with colourful and overly feminine touches give her home an incredible sense of warmth.
Evidence of Camilla'sRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-49956390956456125262013-02-18T21:16:00.003+11:002013-02-18T21:16:59.927+11:00Thoughts for a new week :: living in the moment
The art of happiness: so much has been written and spoken about it, but I love how Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project, sums it up so beautifully and succinctly in this quote.
Be present. Express gratitude. Love yourself first.
Happy Monday friends,
Rachel xo
Image credit: Tommy Ton for US Harper's Bazaar, March 2013
Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-26892853463091659872013-02-14T22:51:00.005+11:002013-02-14T23:03:27.812+11:00Pretty "love" prints
I thought it would be fitting today to share with you the "Love" prints from a new blog + shop discovery I made recently from Stephanie Sterjovski: photographer, blogger and designer extraordinaire, based in Canada.
Not only does Stephanie have a gorgeous blog with loads of outfit inspiration, she is also the creator of SS Print Shop, which is filledRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-65393563945065602012013-02-13T22:34:00.000+11:002013-02-13T22:48:26.795+11:005 Pinners to follow
I have a confession to make...One of my favourite distractions is Pinterest. Out of all the social media platforms out there I think Pinterest has to be top of my list. I love being able to organise my boards into collections of stuff I like and most of all, I love it as a way to discover new things. And yep, I'm never short of inspiration each time after I visit.
So today I thought I'dRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-57044138371376233202013-02-12T21:58:00.001+11:002013-02-12T21:58:42.221+11:00Pink + Pretty
I adore pink, always have and probably always will. I may go overboard on occasion, but whenever I get the choice to pick a colour for something, whether it be a notebook, pen or lip balm, I will always go for the pink option. Even my wallet is now pink! Pink is such a playful and fun colour; and in my view a girl can never have enough pink in her life.
1. Markus Lupfer t-shirt //Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-4892901967866277002013-02-11T21:08:00.000+11:002013-02-11T21:12:15.696+11:00Thoughts for a new week :: a beautiful symphony
Wise words and a beautiful note to start the week on, don't you think lovelies?
Have a wonderful week ahead,
Rachel xo
Image credits: 1 | 2 | 3
Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-75632485632575771592013-02-09T09:18:00.002+11:002013-02-09T09:18:28.810+11:00Happy weekend + NYFW street style faves
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Happy weekend loves! Well, NYFW is underway and already we're starting to see some of the fabulous looks from the street, which, in my view are always the best part.
What are your plans this weekend? I'm planning to try out a new quinoa recipe that I've had on my radar and a little decorating is in order too. I've been meaning to do something with my workspace for a while now Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-83617185795801320642013-02-07T23:10:00.001+11:002013-02-07T23:11:38.793+11:00Healthy eats :: muesli slice
Trying to be healthy when you have a sweet tooth is a challenge, but this super easy muesli slice recipe is a way you can be {mostly} good and whilst enjoying a treat.
To try and make the slice as natural + nutritious as possible I used organic ingredients where I could, but of course this isn't essential.
Ingredients:
* 3 cups of muesli
* 1/4 cup of honey
* 1/2 tsp ground Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-39363571015039540822013-02-06T22:42:00.000+11:002013-02-06T22:42:17.119+11:00Wednesday Workspace {glam + modern eclectic}It's been a while since my last Wednesday Workspace post but today I have not one, but two spaces that have caught my eye recently...
The first is blogger + photographer, Shay's workspace, which she has decorated in a fun + feminine glam style. I was immediately drawn to the gold striped wall, but then I saw that fabulous chandelier and chalk board wall and was hooked. I also love the idea ofRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-9179767425528843052013-02-05T22:20:00.000+11:002013-02-05T22:20:07.502+11:00February Style
What I'm crushing on this month...
{one} The new Rose Duet is a duo of Diptique's most popular fragrances: Roses + Baises. I can only imagine how divine this sweet smelling scent must be.
{two + three} Kikki-K just launched a new range of homewares which have all been designed in their distinct simple and lovely Scandinavian style. I just bought these tea towels + Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-62049731736721919032013-02-04T21:35:00.002+11:002013-02-04T21:35:18.665+11:00Thoughts for a new week :: life is like riding a bicycle...
Happy Monday lovelies! I hope you all had a wonderful first weekend of February. Mine was super productive running errands, a trip to IKEA {watch this space!}, going for two runs, plus I got to catch up with some of my best friends from high school. I also managed to squeeze in a couple of episodes of Girls, oh how I love that show!
I stumbled across this analogy aboutRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-90259879166933157952013-01-31T21:39:00.003+11:002013-01-31T21:39:31.591+11:00Must read :: Adore Home
Hi lovelies! The new Feb/March issue of Adore Home went live today and not only is packed with some really gorgeous features, like fabulously colourful home of Alice Stephenson, I also happen to be on the Blog Loving pages sharing a few favourites!
Editor of Adore, Loni Parker, has grand plans to launch the Adore Home book later this year but needs our help to raise Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-3742660251430097022013-01-28T12:00:00.000+11:002013-01-28T12:00:52.164+11:00Thoughts for a new week
Happy Monday lovelies!
It's been raining here the past few days and with an extra long weekend thanks to
Australia Day, I'm making the most of it by finally getting to read Grace Coddington's memoir. Have you read it? I have heard so many good things + I'm not surprised given the sheer talent of this woman.
Wishing you a wonderful start to the week!
Rachel xo
ImageRachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-79860690923852476492013-01-26T23:07:00.003+11:002013-01-26T23:29:04.804+11:00Celebrating Australian Style
Today in Australia we are celebrating our national day of pride so I thought it would be fitting to honor a few super-cool Aussies who are doing us proud overseas.
{Miranda Kerr}
Supermodel, Victoria's Secret Angel, author, cosmetic queen and arguably one of Australia's most famous exports; Miranda is also a stylish Mama to baby Flynn. It's no surprise really she is one of the Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-84356614070084549752013-01-22T22:26:00.002+11:002013-01-22T22:26:57.492+11:00Everyday luxuries
I love being able to treat myself to little luxuries everyday. Of course it is always lovely to indulge in more extravagant luxuries from time to time, but its also nice to be able to treat yourself daily and relish in these small moments of pleasure.
Here are a few of my favourite ways to bring luxury to the everyday...
{one} Spritzing myself with my favourite Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-45227781548661092042013-01-21T21:38:00.000+11:002013-01-21T22:01:58.007+11:00Thoughts for a new week :: living an adventurous life
Reading this quote made me think about the journey of life that we are on and the amazing people we get to meet along the way.
Of course we have some people who remain constants in our life, while others we may only know for a short time can have a profound impact on our life's adventure; sometimes helping to define who we are, or rather, who we want to be.
Through travelling, my Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6904458707918026205.post-89401898178201474872013-01-17T22:08:00.000+11:002013-01-17T22:08:11.717+11:00Colour crush :: blue brights
1. La Perla two-piece // 2. J Crew pumps // 3. Zimmerman tank // 4. Cutler + Gross sunglasses // 5. Elva Fields necklace // 6. Marc Jacobs iPad case 7. YSL tote // 8. Sass + Bide pants
I don't think I will get sick of blue brights anytime soon. I was lucky to pick up these fabulous silk pants on sale at Sass and Bide last week and I honestly cannot get enough of this vividness of this Rachel {little bits of lovely}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17952533338104675253noreply@blogger.com15