What are you wearing?

Hi Emily, tell us a bit about yourself?

I am a personal stylist focusing on ethical and sustainable fashion for my own business, Conscious Garment. I have a serious love for sustainable Australian made clothing, second-hand fashion and have a keen eye for op shopping. Day-to-day I work full time in fashion for a Melbourne ethical clothing brand. Basically I live and breathe fashion and I absolutely love it!

How would you describe your style?

Colourful and bold, with an understated edge. I love combining colour and pattern and bending conventional ‘rules’ on what you should and shouldn’t wear. 

What are three essential items in your wardrobe?

A good pair of jeans, a cross body bag and statement earrings all year round. Two out of three of these are accessories but I really use accessories to change up outfits more than individual items of clothing doing the talking. I like bold items but also more understated pieces so I can let the accessories shine.

Is there anything you’d never wear?

I would never wear Uggs outside of the house, even the more ‘shoe’ style Uggs. They are slippers for a reason and should only be worn as inside shoes. No judgement to anyone who does but you will never see me wear posing for an #ootd in Uggs, haha.

What is your fragrance of choice?

Ooh can I have two? My daily go-to is Marrakech Intense from Aesop, and when I am feeling a little more bougie I go for my Santal 33 by Le Labo. They make me feel fierce and I love them equally!

Is there a current fashion trend you like?

I am loving the chunky brogue trend for this season. You don’t need to buy the original Prada brogues that the trend is based off, there are so many other alternative brands where you can get the look. I have my eye on a pair from ethical Melbourne brand Post Sole Studio, they are on my wish list! In saying that, I love following trends and I find it fascinating what takes off and why, but I don’t necessarily buy into all of them. It is just fun to follow along at times, see what brands make their own versions and to see what all the fuss is about. I can be pretty easily influenced though! 

What shoes do you most often wear?

Ooh that is a tough one, I love wearing sneakers for comfort and for an effortless look, but I also love wearing boots in winter mainly for warmth. I love a chunky sandal for Summer too and now I want a pair of chunky brogues… basically I love all shoes and I have many different types that I wear all the time. My newest addition to the shoe-drobe are my Adventure Awaits slip on clog from Radical Yes which has been getting a real workout of late.

What’s your favourite off-duty, casual Sunday look?

Sundays are my day when I collapse into a heap after a busy week and so I try not to plan too much. I love a comfy matching tracksuit moment for lounging around the house and a walk to get coffee. If I need to step up my look a little, I can’t go past a blazer paired with a track pant and sneakers, or with my new favourite combo, crocs and socks, ha! I love feeling comfortable and stylish!