BIG basics.

Oh how lovely it was to wake up to a gorgeous (albeit, slightly too hot) Saturday morning here in Brisbane. Actually, there's a small lie in that - I really woke up to our little Schnauzer (Topi) whining to get into my room. Either way, after a nice brisk walk I'm feeling set to study hard and get on top of a few assignments. I keep coming home every afternoon feeling incredibly fortunate to be learning skills and techniques from some amazing lecturers/people in general. My family is probably already getting annoyed at me re-capping my lessons, especially regarding the history of film... 'hey mum, did you know in 1929...'

During my routine facebook/email/online shopping checks this morning, I realised how much I can not wait for Winter to hurry up and come here to Australia! Below are some examples that I believe to be fundamental basics for the autumn/winter seasons and that I am hoping to get my hands on at some stage. My favourite though would have to be the book-inspired candle by Assouline. What a delightful idea! Perfect for a cold winter's afternoon. I wonder how authentic the smell really is?

Assouline Book Scented Candle: 75 Euros, Witchery 'Leather Trim' Shirt: $129.95, Witchery 'Box Stripe Raglan' Knit: $99.95, Witchery 'Draped Leather' Skirt: $299.95, M.A.C Mineralise Eye-Shadow Shade: Gift by Association: $19.97, Witchery 'Horizontal Stitch Pullover', $129.95. 

Witchery 'Pippa' Boot: $229.95, M.A.C Mineralise Eye-Shadow Duo (Limited Edition) Shade: Joy and Laughter: $19.97

Witchery 'Structured Lace' Dress: $269.95, Sass and Bide 'Stand and Deliver' Jacket: $490, Witchery 'Trapeze Seam Front' Top: $119.95  .