what i wear

What I was wearing today.....

Photos by me or sourced from wildfoxcouture.com, forever21.com, asos.com,  drmartens.com

Dotti Sweater $60
XS, Made in China, 90% acrylic, 10% metallic
I bought this sweater because of the way it looks. I like the repetition of the reindeer pattern and the colour palette. I needed more winter clothing, so this was an easy purchasing choice. Out of all of my clothing, it is the one piece that the most people comment on, so I like wearing it.


Wildfox Crop Top $155
XS, Made in USA, 100% cotton
Over the summer I really wanted a crop top because I had a lot of high waisted shorts that looked good with a shorter style top. I chose this one, because I wanted to buy the crop top from Wildfox specifically, because I like the brand. This top was my favourite because of the cross on the front which was a big trend at the time of purchase, and the colour. Black and grey can be paired with anything, so I can wear the crop top with almost any of my shorts or skirts.


Forever 21 Knit Skirt $35
S/P, Made in Vietnam, 85% polyester, 12% rayon, 3% elastane
I bought this skirt just under a year ago. I like it's shape and construction, including that it is high-waisted, hangs well and is a good length. The colour is neutral and the skirt goes with most things. It's a heavy fabric so I wear it often in winter as an alternative to pants due to it's warmth.


Asos Tights $12
These tights are similar to any other tights, however I buy these specifically because they fit me better than other tights. I find that the smallest sizes in New Zealand are too loose, however the Asos tights fit perfectly, because the European sizing is different. I wear tights most days because they are warm and versatile.


Doc Martens $200+
UK3, Made in Thailand
I got these last Christmas, and I wear them the most out of any of my shoes. They are Doc Martens and are unique in that they are made of velvet and are also a Shoreditch Doc Marten. I like that they are a respected brand which most people can recognise, but they are also unique within that brand, so not many people have them. They are practical for everyday life because they are from the Eclectic collection, and are therefore extremely light and comfortable, while still being very durable.


From analysing my own clothing choices, I have discovered a few key points which I could think about for my collection. Firstly, the idea of brand recognition, and how one brand can have one signature style or feature thoughout all of it's products. The Doc Marten's yellow stitch and the tag at the back makes the shoes classic. Before I buy a garment I always consider how versatile and practical it will be while also taking into account it's aesthetics. This means that my collection should obviously look attractive to the target market, but also be practical. The collection is for winter, so I should research warm and water resistant fabrics. I shall design this collection with my own purchasing considerations in mind.