Dress Well & Feel Great Researchers have identified a series of psychological changes that occur when we wear certain clothes. How we dress influences our decision making, our confidence, our concentration as well as how others perceive us. But perhaps … Read More
Why do some men hate the process of dressing up? There was a time in the not-so-distant past when a man wore a crisp white shirt and neatly tailored suit to the office simply to convey that he was … Read More
Feel Your Joy One of the most common things clients say to me in our consult is “I don’t relate to the person I see in the mirror anymore’. I think many of us at some point in time or … Read More
What Does A Healthy Self Esteem Look Like? Our Body & Self Esteem image are so important, our perceptions of ‘self worth’ greatly impacts our day to day lives, our ability to feel joy, to be positive, it impacts our … Read More
Who do you see? Photograph:newichin Why use a personal stylist you ask?– There are many misconceptions about personal styling, some say its a form of cloning, some say the stylist projects their own style on to their clients, some say … Read More
Styling For All Your Needs I began with designing a women’s shoe collection because I was so very frustrated with what was on the market. I do love a beautiful shoe but the more beautiful it was, the more torturous … Read More
Octavia Shoes & Fashion are always keeping a look out for all things design. We read the National Art Gallery of Victoria was showing Australian Fashion History and we could not resist sharing this iconic story with you. The quintessential … Read More
By now you must know we love to celebrate inspiring women and Australia’s own Kerrie Hess has accomplished herself to be revered by the world’s leading fashion houses and fashion journals – Chanel, Vogue, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade, Harper’s Bazaar … Read More
Octavia Shoes & Fashion celebrates International Women’s Day. We are proud advocates of supporting women and other organisations that pillar social and economical assistance for women and children, just like our Care Australia Charity. We donate $5 from every pair … Read More
At SBE we love all things fashion, design & art. We like to share information which catches our eye, which interests and excites us. Christian Dior is one of fashions treasured idols. Christian Dior born into a wealthy family and … Read More
The Sartorialist: Closer The Sartorialist is a Fashion Blog created by Scott Schuman based in New York. After leaving a fashion sales position to take care of his daughter in 2005, Scott began carrying a digital camera around on the … Read More
A very exciting week for Australian Fashion. Last night the MBFF set in an historical and industrial backdrop runway that once functioned as a blacksmith’s workshop, now is Sydney’s Carriageworks Complex that’s normally home to the Eveleigh Farmers’ Markets. Kym … Read More
We welcome May 2015 and all the celebrations that follow on. While the Northern Hemisphere welcomes Spring we Australians embrace Autumn, its cool change and all the festivities that grace us. Events include Fremantle Streets Festival, Sydney Opera in the … Read More
Most Prominent Trends for 2015 Fall Collection London is often regarded as the more eclectic of all the fashion capitals. This season is no different. Roksanda showcases their daring bold tapestry and vibrant fur wraps. Radiantly melancholic, this gorgeous Roksanda … Read More
Fall 2015 Is Upon Us Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci revealed the news that Donatella Versace is the new face of Givency. The fashion industry is a highly competitive business, but that doesn’t mean designers can’t help each other out once … Read More