Hello Lovelies!
Well it’s over. It’s finished. Done. Dusted.
My first ever Frocktober. 31 Days. 31 Frocks.
An amazing Team – Style File Frocktober. So many gorgeous women coming together to raise funds and awareness for Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Working together to help raise the money needed to develop an early detection test so women diagnosed with this awful disease have time. Time to fight. Time to have treatment. Time with their families. Loved Ones. So they have better statistics than >30% surviving 5 years. Of one woman every 8 Hours in Australia dying from Ovarian Cancer.
$4,941.00 raised.
But that’s not the end. Far from it. There’s 334 other days in the year to raise awareness. Symptoms are often vague and the warning signs associated with the disease—discomfort or pain in the abdomen or pelvis; feeling swollen or bloated; appetite loss or feeling full quickly; tiredness, and unexplained changes in weight—rarely set off alarm bells. As a result, women or their doctors sometimes mistakenly attribute the symptoms to other gastrointestinal problems or common female complaints, and delay taking further steps. You can donate all year long to OCRF here. You can plan to take part next year.
MONDAY | DAY 22
Eden Lane Boutique Scarlett Dress Sz14 $59.00 (sale)
I know from experience these type of dresses are not made for E cup boosies so I went up to a 14 and it fit perfectly. The tie front is actually a working tie so you can adjust to suit your bust/back size. A gorgeous midi length and light cotton fabric, this is the perfect Summer picnic dress!
Paired with White Haven Emporium Denim Jacket, Dotti Boater Hat and Cobble Lane Slides.
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Shop www.edenlane.com.au
TUESDAY | DAY 23
Mabel & Woods Alissa Dress $79.95 [Size 12]
Oh my what a beautiful dress this is. A gorgeous light cotton (lined!) with a pretty print and ruffles… such a flattering dress and so easy to dress up or down. Adore.
Paired with Superga Cotu Leather Kicks.
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WEDNESDAY | DAY 24
Orange Sherbet Anita Button Down Dress (Maldives Print) $54.95 [Sz14]
What a gorgeous summer throw on a feel fabulous dress! I should have stayed the 12, it’s a true to size style. And the buttons are working (plus adjustable straps) so perfect if you’re feeding. Would look really cute with a white tee underneath as well!
Paired with Ria Menorca Sandals, TSID Bag and Rubi Sunglasses.
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THURSDAY | DAY 25
Kmart Off The Shoulder Ruffle Dress $20.00 [Sz12]
Such a cute dress, the elastic stays comfortable off the shoulders and the tie waist is adjustable. Nice and light fabric for Summer, and the cutest cherry print!
Paired with current Kmart Espadrille Heel Sandals
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Shop www.kmart.com.au
FRIDAY | DAY 26
Adrift Zola Dress in Lowan $129.99 [SzM]
I absolutely adore Adrift pieces. They are so well made and luxurious, but still perfect for every day… making you feel special. The attention to detail is always amazing, and this dress is no different with the gorgeous light fabric and flirty skirt.
Paired with Kmart Panama Hat, Ria Menorca Sandals and White Haven Emporium Denim Jacket
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Shop www.adrift.com.au
SATURDAY | DAY 27
Floral Off The Shoulder Dress borrowed from the gorgeous Kim AKA Captain + Co
Paired with Target Mable Block Heel (current) & Coven & Co Woodstock Sunglasses (current)
SUNDAY | DAY 28
Mabel & Woods
Oh hello comfortable, throw on, flattering dress WITH POCKETS!
Paired with Superga Cotu Leather Kicks.
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MONDAY | DAY 29
Little Party Dress Rita Black Floral Dress $74.95 (on loan from Captain + Co)
I’m in the 12 and have pushed the elasticated sleeves up to make them elbow length. It’s a relaxed fit so loads of room for the boosies, and drapey from the elasticated waist down so forgiving for a tummy. A huge thank you to Kim from Captain + Co for suggesting a frock swap during Frocktober to extend our frockdrobes!
Paired with Superga Cotu Leather Kicks.
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Shop www.littlepartydress.com.au
TUESDAY | DAY 30
Mabel & Woods Sammie Dress $79.95 [Size 12]
What can I say about this dress other than BUY IT. Super flattering, magical, amazing… the perfect LBD.
Paired with Glamorous Patent Barely There Heels via ASOS and the softest leather clutch from Mabel & Woods (in store or email)
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WEDNESDAY | DAY 31
Adrift Francis Dress in Dotted Flower $139.99 [SzL but would stay a M]
Oh the details! Embroidery and sequin detail on the flowers, multi tiered ruffle trim… beautiful lightweight fabric perfect for Queensland. This gorgeous style is available in a variety of fabrics and colours.
Paired with
Paired with Dotti Raffia Wedges & Rubi Sunglasses.
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Shop www.adrift.com.au
A huge thank you to Christina & Anthea from Bottom Dollar Mums, Joey from Follow Me To Wonderland, Chasing Case & Mummy Couture who donated personally to me, and to every single other person who donated to ANY Frocktober Participant.
Rachael xx
