winter 2012
sizes 12 to 24
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mod style stripe eternal boy meets girl
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purple... it’s berry nice
The new winter colour is here
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wardrobe basics
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purple trend
4 trends for winter... 1. Maxi Dress 2. Mod 3. Purple 4. Stripes
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winter maxi A long sleeve maxi dress is the perfect single piece outfit. No effort required yet maximum impact. Contrary to popular belief the mix of thin and thick stripes in this dress enhance your curves rather than exaggerate them.
Shoshanna Maxi Dress
Charcoal/Black Stripe V01489 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Mid Apr)
Teardrop Necklace
V01442 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
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Cadence Top
Mulberry, Black, Pine, Cobalt, Red. V01498 AU$39.95/NZ$49.95
(Mid Apr)
Pippa Pencil Skirt
Black. V01677 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr)
Time Warp Scarf
V01439 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Time Warp Scarf
Print. V01458 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
Run the full spectrum from magenta to plum with this dip dye print scarf.
Perfect Shoestring Tank
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Tights – Model’s own Shoes by Edward Meller
MIDDLE
Bourgeous Top (Mid Apr)
Black, White. V01052 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Roxbury Cord Pant
Black, Purple. V01468 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Bobbins Scarf
Cream, Mushroom Grey. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot
AU$179.95/NZ$224.95 RIGHT
Keepsake Cardigan
Stripe. V01473 AU$129.95/NZ$164.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Essential Long Sleeve Top
Charcoal Marle, White, Black, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
purple on purple
Roxbury Cord Pant
Purple, Black. V01468 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Kit Knit Scarf
Beige, Grey. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot
AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
purple... it’s berry nice TREND:
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speckle print
print also available in a dress see page xxx
chunky grey knit
coloured cords so hot right now
purple cords
Whether it’s just a hint in a scarf, the boldness of a pant or in a subtle print – no Winter wardrobe is complete without a touch of purple.
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EMBRACE WINTER
embrace scarves LEFT
Georginne Dress
Charcoal Marle. V01480 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Kit Knit Scarf
soft and tasselled
versatile snood
Beige, Grey. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Threaded Heart Necklace V01443 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Shoes by Edward Meller Tights – Model’s own
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Vintage Flower Dress
Print. V01496 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
(Mid Apr)
Favourite Legging
V01327 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Bobbins Scarf
Mushroom Grey, Cream. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Threaded Heart Necklace V01443 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot
AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
Ditzy print ❥
BOTTOM
Fairbanks Jacket
Pine. V01465 AU$99.95/NZ$124.95
(Mid Apr)
Essential Long Sleeve Top
Sweater dress
White, Black, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Montana Scarf
V01440 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 OPPOSITE
Georginne Dress
Charcoal Marle. V01480 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Kit Knit Scarf
Beige, Grey. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Loose Change Necklace
V01369 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Threaded Heart Necklace
mustard and navy print
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Fleece jacket
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KIT KNIT SCARF Grey, Beige. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
BOBBINS SCARF Mushroom Grey, Cream. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
M O N TA N A S C A R F V01440 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
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Fireflicker Dress
Print. V01466 AU$89.95/NZ$109.95
(Mid Apr)
Tequila Sunrise Necklace
V01367 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 MIDDLE
Ponti Tuxedo Jacket
Black. V01477 AU$119.95/NZ$154.95 Select Stores
Timeless Tank
Black, White. V01319 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Pippa Pencil Skirt
Black. V01677 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr)
RIGHT
Bourgeous Dress
Print. V01500 AU$89.95/NZ$109.95 (Mid Apr)
The Crown Jewels Necklace
V01447 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 Shoes and tights – Model’s own
YOUR
WORK WEEK Tequila Sunrise Necklace AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
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Monday A wrap dress that defies the wind! The Mock wrap means your modesty will always be intact.
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Get down to business with a work wear wardrobe that takes you from Monday to Friday in comfort and style.
Tuesday Tuxedo Jacket – ponti stretch comfort. The pencil skirt – the hottest silhouette of the season. Ours has lots of stretch.
Wednesday ❥ Winter’s hottest colour – purple – makes it to the boardroom in the Bourgeous print dress.
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Aniseed Print Top
Print. V01479 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95 Select Stores
Perfect Shoestring Tank
Black, White. V01052 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Pippa Pencil Skirt
Black. V01677 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr)
Paved Belt
Black. V01433 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 RIGHT
Aniseed Print Dress
Print. V01478 AU$89.95/NZ$109.95
Ponti Tuxedo Jacket – In hand
Thursday & Friday ❥
Black. V01477 AU$119.95/NZ$154.95 Select Stores
Shoes and tights – Model’s own
Corporate appeal in a top or a dress. A monochrome print is a fail safe work option.
Paved Belt AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
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1. Loose Change Necklace AU$19.95/NZ$24.95 2. Constellations Necklace AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 3. Hyped Pendant
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V01432 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
4. Mumbai Necklace
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
5. Tequila Sunrise Necklace
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
6. The Crown Jewels Necklace AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
7. When in Paris Necklace AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
8. Threaded Heart Necklace
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
9. The Dove Necklace
AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
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Essential Long Sleeve Top White, Black, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Moda Wide Leg Jean
Indigo. V01474 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Select Stores
Mumbai Necklace
V01368 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
RIGHT
Hitchcock Blouse
Print. V01469 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
(Mid Apr)
Perfect Shoestring Tank
Black, White. V01052 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Pippa Pencil Skirt
Black. V01677 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr)
Shoes by Edward Meller Tights – Model’s own
OPPOSITE
Timeless Tank
Black, White. V01319 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Bianca Stripe Skirt
V01678 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
(Late Apr)
Teardrop Necklace
V01442 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Mumbai Necklace
– Worn as a bracelet V01368 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Shoes by Edward Meller Tights – Model’s own
Ponti Tuxedo JacketBlack.
V01477 AU$119.95/NZ$154.95
Work it!
Select Stores
Matte satin inserts on the shoulders and lapel give it a luxe feel no matter where you wear it! And the ponti stretch ensures that it hugs your curves in all the right places.
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Date night!
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it’s all in the duff le
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Emanuelle Blouse
Teal/Black Print. V01483 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Roxbury Cord Pant
Black, Purple. V01468 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Bobbins Scarf
Cream, Mushroom Grey. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Teardrop Necklace
V01442 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Promenade Duffle Coat AU$149.95/NZ$194.95
Mix your messages ❥ Lightweight Blouse + Heavy Duffle Coat = Fashion Statement
Kit Knit Scarf AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Loose Change Necklace AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
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TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot
AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
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Persian Floral Dress
Print. V01455 AU$89.95/NZ$109.95
(Late Apr) Select Stores
Bobbins Scarf
Cream, Mushroom Grey. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Threaded Heart Necklace V01443 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Loose Change Necklace
V01369 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Promenade Duffle Coat Charcoal Marle. V01453 AU$149.95/NZ$194.95 (Late Apr) – Select Stores
Persian Floral Dress Gorgeous on its own but add the Promenade Duffle Coat + Scarf to take your outfit to Boho Cute!
Shoes by Edward Meller
TS14+ Downton Boot AU$279.95/NZ$349.95
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Bobbins Scarf
Cream, Mushroom Grey. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 OPPOSITE
Essential Long Sleeve Top
Black, White, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Pippa Pencil Skirt
Black. V01677 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95 (Late Apr)
Shoes by Edward Meller Tights – Model’s own
Novelist Jacket Cobalt. V01475 AU$149.95/NZ$194.95
the novelist jacket A twist on Mod – we look to the 60’s for inspiration as the Mod trend makes a comeback in this vivid cobalt jacket.
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Zephyr Ponti Jacket
Black. V01481 AU$109.95/NZ$139.95 Select Stores
Essential Long Sleeve Top
White, Black, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Viceroy Boyfriend Jean
V01392 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Tracery Scarf
V01438 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 RIGHT
Skyline Top
Brick Print. V01472 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95
(Mid Apr)
Gypsy Pant
Black. V01622 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Mid Apr)
Hyped Pendant
V01432 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
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Boy meets girl ❥ Looking for a new boyfriend this Winter? These Viceroy Boyfriend Jeans might just be your type!
The harem Your Winter Harem Pant – perfect for wearing with heels or blousing into boots. Drape away!
graphically speaking Strong prints in spicy colours complete your outfit
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Bandelier Blazer
Tan/Black Stripe V01462 AU$109.95/NZ$139.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Essential Long Sleeve Top
Charcoal Marle, White, Black, Cobalt, Red V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95 MIDDLE
Micro Check Shirt
Check. V01461 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
Teardrop Necklace
(Late Apr)
Timeless Tank
Black, White. V01319 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
RIGHT
Hitchcock Blouse
Print. V01469 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
(Mid Apr)
Perfect Shoestring Tank
Black, White. V01052 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
Teardrop Necklace
V01442 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 ALL WORN WITH
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot AU$179.95/NZ$224.95
stretch knit stripe
WIDE LEG JEANS WAYS The wait is over! You asked for them + they’re here – the Moda Wide Leg Jeans. In dark denim, you can wear with a shirt, a jacket, a blouse, a knit or a tee – make sure you team with a heel for the full effect.
Moda Wide Leg Jeans Indigo. V01474 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 Select Stores
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checkered detail
military femininity
pretty bird print
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Folk Deco Cardigan
Stripe. V01467 AU$99.95/NZ$124.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Essential Long Sleeve Top
White, Black, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Roxbury Cord Pant
Black, Purple. V01468 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Kit Knit Scarf
Grey, Beige. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Threaded Heart Necklace V01443 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
Shoes by Edward Meller
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Back Roads Cardigan
Red. V01459 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
(Late Apr)
Essential Long Sleeve Top Charcoal Marle, White, Black, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Trinity Scarf
V01436 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 RIGHT
Mondrian Top
Stripe. V01492 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95
Essential scarf ❥
The detail ❥
A Scarf goes from everyday to wow with the pop of raspberry stripe – don’t be afraid to combine and clash your colours.
A neat versatile top with zip details on side hems and top pocket.
(Late Apr) – Select Stores
Moda Wide Leg Jean
Indigo. V01474 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95
Select Stores
Bobbins Scarf
Mushroom Grey, Cream. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 Shoes by Edward Meller
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Smokeshadow Vest
Stripe. V01494 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Essential Long Sleeve Top
Black, White, Charcoal Marle, Cobalt, Red. V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
Roxbury Cord Pant
Black, Purple. V01468 AU$79.95/NZ$99.95 (Mid Apr) – Select Stores
Kit Knit Scarf
Beige, Grey. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
TS14+ Bilson Ankle Boot
AU$179.95/NZ$224.95 RIGHT
Colour Code Top
Purple, Teal. V01482 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95 (Mid Apr)
Dorian Denim Skirt
Indigo. V01490 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95 (Late Apr) – Select Stores
Bobbins Scarf
Cream, Mushroom Grey. V01435 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95 Shoes by Edward Meller
fine knit cotton hoodie
Rocking Horse Necklace AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
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Also comes in teal/blue stripe.
Stripe simplicity This vest can be unbuttoned down the sides and worn as a poncho.
Get layered
Not so cold where you live? Get the Winter look by teaming a scarf + short boots with a tee + skirt.
STRIPES
Stripe it your way, thick or thin in a top or a scarf, make this trend work your way.
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Skyline Top Look familiar? The Skyline top is your favourite style in a new spicy orange print – really it’s not a hard decision – you need this one too! Skyline Top AU$59.95/NZ$74.95
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Military Jacket We can’t help it – we love military style. So we have to have this black stretch jacket! With stretch, hook and eye clasps and brass buttons its cut is shape enhancing – we really ❤ it! Zephyr Ponti Jacket AU$109.95/NZ$139.95
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5 Colour Block Scarf Grey skies don’t mean the disappearance of colour. Be on trend with this vivid + dynamic colour block scarf. Collegiate Scarf AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
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Nicoletta Shirt
V01456 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr)
Dorian Denim Skirt
Indigo. V01490 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr) – Select Stores
Kit Knit Scarf
Grey, Beige. V01366 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
TS14+ Downton Boot AU$279.95/NZ$349.95
A little bit country, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll. The check shirt gets a feminine makeover with soft grey marle cuff detail, front ruffles + pearl snap closures.
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COBALT
MULBERRY
RED
PINE
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Wonder top ❥ One top wonder, that skims your curves with flattering v-neck + front patch pockets in 5 great colours.
Cadence Top AU$39.95 V01498 AU$39.95/NZ$49.95 (Mid Apr)
Hyped Pendant
BURNT BRICK
V01432 AU$19.95/NZ$24.95
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Softly does it BLACK
Luxurious cashmere feel jumper. Flattering A-line hanky hem – your must have jumper.
Troubador Pullover AU$59.95 V01454 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95 (Mid Apr)
Dorian Denim Skirt
Indigo. V01490 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr) – Select Stores
Threaded Heart Necklace TEAL
BLACK
COBALT
RED
V01443 AU$24.95/NZ$32.95
TS14+ Downton Boot AU$279.95/NZ$349.95
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wardrobe basics button detail
Chyna stripe top ❥ AU$49.95 Tone on tone stripes V01501 AU$49.95/NZ$59.95
COBALT
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MULBERRY RED
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Belize knit shirt AU$59.95 Wear me open, buttoned or belted V01499 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95
MULBERRY BLACK
fine cotton rib
RED
soft jersey
Essential long sleeve top AU$29.95 contrast satin hem
New colours – just added! V01320 AU$29.95/NZ$37.95
CHARCOAL COBALT MARLE
WHITE
BLACK
RED
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Charming Heart PJ Set
Print. V01486 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95
(Late Apr) – Select Stores
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Aphrodite PJ Set
Charcoal. V01484 AU$69.95/NZ$89.95 (Late Apr) – Select Stores Blanket – Stylist’s Own
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Aphrodite Nightie
Charcoal. V01485 AU$59.95/NZ$74.95
(Late Apr) – Select Stores Socks – Stylist’s Own
NEW Virtu Sleepwear in Winter weight, soft touch/warm feel cotton blend fabric. no electric blanket needed!
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winter 2012
sizes 12 to 24
trend watch
mod style stripe eternal boy meets girl
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