ShowTellShare Thirty-Four

Posted on April 27, 2012 by JGRuddock

Show: Oh, how I love wearing The Social Studio and other, fine, local Australian fashion. That grin is *pure* joy!

Tell: Glasses from op shop, earrings from the UK, Tatty Devine necklace, vintage belt worn as necklace, The Social Studio felt jacket from TSS4 collection, Dragstar dress, Black Milk leggings, Trippen sandals from outlet store in Berlin, Oroton purse from op shop, Ken Done scarf (*love*).

Share: So much meeting and greeting over these past two days… Yesterday I met and chatted with Tom from StartSomeGood about crowdfunding, and then I met with Celia at Dragstar about running boutique fashion labels locally (and ended up being involved in their *rad* competition. Check out my impromptu presentation skills – or lack thereof – here ). Below is Ingrid and I unveiling the Dragstar winner:

A big thank you to Tom and Celia for your time and expertise. Very helpful. Then today I met with Natasha who is writing a media piece on The Social Studio for Andable (who are launching in May – check it out – like Etsy with social impact).

And next I’m off to meet some of the lovely women from Africa Konnect. Plus, all this fun while wearing this *excellent* The Social Studio‘s felt cape… check out the back detailing… Yep, it’s like louvre system while I zip around the joint!! And, of course, a Happy Friday to you, xo

ShowTellShare Thirty-Two

Posted on April 25, 2012 by JGRuddock

Show: Did I hear you ask, what would it look like if I wore The Social Studio in New York? BAM! Like this:

Share: This is my spectacular sister-in-law, Susan, serving it up, NY-style. She took her silk The Social Studio dress all the way across the globe to America, just to capture this fabulous photo atop the Rockefeller Centre at sunset. And, if you take a look at the happy-yet-envious glance of the passerby, you just *know* the decision was a right one. The Social Studio is wonderful, and so too are you, Susan: thank you! xo xo (And I assume you prefer this style to 1980s Ken Done gold, yes? You’ve been a supporter for such a long time. Hooray again!)

As for me, I’m just back in my lounge room, dreaming big dreams for The Social Studio in Sydney…

Tell: Glasses from Japan, earrings from op shop, anchor necklace from Santa Barbara, Diane Freis shirt from eBay, Kmart skivvy, belt from op shop, kilt from Kmart (bought when I was 16 years old, seriously!!), domino brooch, Fluevogs.

ShowTellShare Twenty-Nine

Posted on April 22, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Although it looks like I’m trying to pour tea on my dress, what in fact I’m attempting to show you my new Spin Dance petticoat! But alas, I was running late last night, so I’m afraid this is the best shot of my lovely teal petticoat I have for now. Hardly anything! Oh well, I’ll just have to wear it again soon…

Tell: Jean Lafont glasses, Photios brothers necklace with Tatty Devine brooch, Retrospec’d dress, Spin Dance petticoat, stocking from Japan, Fluevogs and my Amilya silver leather tea pot handbag from Himeji, Japan.

Share: We were off to a friend and his partner’s dinner party last night. As the boys were hosting us so graciously, I borrowed The Hawaiian First Officer’s Tatty Devine ‘Gilbert & George’ brooch to mark the occasion. As it turns out, one of our hosts had heard them recently in Melbourne when they were touring. And we had such a lovely evening with delightful company. Good times!

ShowTellShare Twenty-Eight

Posted on April 20, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Tell: Glasses from Japan, earrings from op shop, handmade necklaces and bangles from South Africa, Jaxson Dee vintage dress from Chapel Street Bazaar, Uniqlo leggings, Fluevogs.

Share: My Dad and step-Mum recently went back to South Africa to visit family, and bought me home these *wonderful* necklaces and beads at my request. I remember these so clearly as a kid… I’d be sent them regularly from family to me in Australia as I was growing up. I love the colours so much, but somehow over the years had lost or broken them. The women who make these pieces are so skilled; such fine craftsmanship. So I asked Dad to stock up lots this time so I can wear *heaps* of beads all at the same time. Today’s a pretty subdued version, but never fear, soon there will be more, more, more!

The relative quietness this week on photo-posting and updates on The Social Studio is just because I’ve taken a moment to catch my breath – after putting in another grant application on Monday – to work out how much I’ve done so far, and what work I need to keep focusing on. Shortly, you’ll see my reflection efforts… exciting!

And never fear, the weekend is here, so there will be a dressing-up post tomorrow for sure. Until then, take care and have fun! Oh, and *Happy Birthday* Darling David M! xo

ShowTellShare Twenty-Seven

Posted on April 15, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Tell: Glasses from op-shop, earrings from Japan, Tatty Devine necklace, vintage Studibaker Hawk dress, Trippen shoes from Rome, and Ken Done bag from Enmore op shop.

Share: We were off to Tilly’s Naming Day today. And, as the First Hawaiian Officer says that Tilly is like a little spirited tiger, I was inspired to wear my Tatty Devine tiger necklace as a tribute to her, and all that she can be in this world… She’s lovely!

ShowTellShare Twenty-Six

Posted on April 14, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Tell: Jean LaFont glasses, Anna Davern earrings from Brisbane Gallery of Modern Art, Tatty Devine necklace, bodysuit from Berlin, Sportscarft belt, vintage Katies shorts from op-shop, Fluevogs.

Share: Sometimes, when I’m having a crisis of confidence, the best thing for me to do is put on a really big pair of *spectacular* earrings… And, some high-waisted shorts. (Then, go and spend time with my friends and loved ones.)

ShowTellShare Twenty-Five

Posted on April 13, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Tell: Glasses from Japan, earrings from op shop, Tatty Devine giant zipper necklace, The Social Studio silk dress, (underneath) red dress from op shop, stockings from op shop, Fluevogs.

Share: This is probably the only time in my life when I’ve been “on trend” by wearing a piece of fashion that is from a contemporary collection; in this case, with The Social Studio’s latest designs. Still, I think the way I’ve paired it with pieces in my own wardrobe has *swiftly* taken the outfit back to more of my own ‘style’… however that might be described! (Like “bleeding eyes”, for example.)

And here below is me with Sydney’s Lord Mayor, Clover Moore, on the last few days of What Ken Be Done? She heard me when I was the guest speaker at Aurora Fundraising Dinner. Who would have thought ten months later I’d be meeting with City of Sydney Council to talk about bringing The Social Studio to Sydney? I’m hoping I can seek some support from them for a small project, including a pop-up store, to keep The Social Studio Sydney ball rolling. One thing’s for sure: in an outfit like today, it’s hard to doubt my fiery passion!

ShowTellShare Twenty-Three

Posted on April 8, 2012 by JGRuddock

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Tell: Glasses from Japan, handmade earrings, handmade necklace, Cotton On bodysuit from op-shop, EasySt 1980s jumpsuit from Red Cross op-shop Newtown, Saba belt, Happy Socks, Fluevogs, bracelet from South Africa from my Dad and StepMum.

Share: Sure, I *know* I look like I’ve just walked off the set of Play School. And, I’m pretty happy for it to be like that. Good times! xo

Jackie Ruddock

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