The shop is in Paddington, where I lived when I first moved to Sydney, many years ago. In those days, you could afford to rent a (not terribly nice, it's true) share house in Paddo as a student; these days, it's all boutiques, art galleries and multi-million dollar abodes. Plus great shopping and a disproportionate number of long-legged models in incredible outfits - Sartorialist heaven. (Regular person hell.)
I tried on almost the whole winter collection, but I was very restrained. I loved this red skirt, but it was about an inch longer than I like (the model is about 6ft), and the hem detail would have made it complicated to adjust, so I passed. I did get a lovely 3/4 sleeve rust coloured silk/linen v-neck cardigan at 60% off, and ordered in a simple but beautifully made grey wool shift dress that I think will form the basis of my winter wardrobe ...
But that's not all. Emboldened, I ventured into the city to buy lipstick. More success - two MAC lippies, one a wearable red (Lady Bug), and another everyday colour with the alarming name of Hot Tahiti.
So what if the only 'people' who see my lipstick all day are the cats and dogs. I'm sure they'll appreciate me making the effort.
