Everything I wore last week | 49
Layered Looks, Little Bursts of Colour & a Hint of Parisian Chic
Hello lovely readers,
It’s been a hot minute since my last weekly style diary—and I’m sorry for the silence. Honestly? Life got in the way. I wasn’t in the mood to document my outfits, and as the weeks slipped by, it somehow got harder to jump back in.
But this past weekend, something shifted. I suddenly felt that familiar urge to open the Mac and start writing again. I’ve really missed this space—and I hope you’ve missed these little weekly check-ins too. Thank you, as always, for sticking around. Your presence here means more than you know.
I thought I’d kick things off by rounding up my top three highlights from the past seven days before diving into the Monday-to-Sunday outfit diary.
#1 —if you follow me on Instagram, you already know I’ve been fully obsessed with The Summer I Turned Pretty. Yes, I’m a 41-year-old grown woman and mum, but I won’t lie—I’m counting down the hours to every new episode on Wednesdays like it’s my job. The teenage love triangle? I’m shamelessly invested. (Team Conrad, obviously.) Anyone else hooked too?!
#2 — This burgundy tote that totally stole my heart. I first spotted it a few weeks ago and couldn’t stop thinking about it—so naturally, I had to go back and make it mine. Lately, I’ve been loving the way a pop of colour from a fun accessory can lift an outfit, and this tote does exactly that. I was especially happy with how this whole look came together.
#3—Warm weather has been on my mind all week (even though Melbourne decided to slip back into winter). I love this time of year when the seasons start to shift and I can plan all the outfits I’ve been dreaming up. My wardrobe is already in a really good place after lots of careful curating, but this season I’m focusing on adding a little extra interest. Here are a few new pieces I’ve ticked off my wish list.
MONDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = WIDE LEG JEANS ➕ SHIRT ➕ BIRKENSTOCKS
Outfit Details…. a simple WFH look—with a chic twist. I was in the mood to break out of my usual jeans-and-a-sweater combo. I wasn’t quite ready to give up the jeans (no complaints there), but I swapped the sweater for my oversized navy button-down from Dissh. Honestly, it’s one of those endlessly versatile pieces—I even wore it recently for an anniversary dinner in the city. To keep things comfy (because let’s be real, it's still a work-from-home day), I slipped on my Birkenstock Bostons, and the whole look just worked.
TUESDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = BARREL JEANS ➕ SWEATER ➕ WOOL COAT ➕ LOAFERS
Outfit Details…Tuesday’s office look called for a little colour. I couldn’t resist wearing my new purchase—this gorgeous orange sweater I picked up from Uniqlo (side note: they are so on fire right now!). Orange isn’t typically in my wardrobe rotation, but this season I’m trying to lean into more playful, colourful pieces to complement my solid lineup of basics.
When I’m trying something a little outside my comfort zone, I like to ground it with pieces that feel totally “me”—in this case, barrel-leg jeans, a classic wool coat, and my go-to loafers. It’s the perfect formula for feeling confident in something new. A touch of gold jewellery pulled it all together and kept the look elevated, yet easy.
WEDNESDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = TRACK PANTS ➕SWEATER➕ BOMBER JACKET ➕ CONVERSE
Outfit Details…Lately, it’s been all about jeans—but I’m counting down the days to warmer weather. I don’t know about you, but I always feel a bit more adventurous with my style when the sun’s out—bring on the shorts, skirts, and breezy dresses! Until then, I’ve been reaching for comfy-but-polished alternatives, like these Noah pants from Feather & Noise. They’re the perfect mix of relaxed and elevated.
I kept the rest of the look simple: a black wool sweater, my go-to black bomber jacket (also from Feather & Noise*), and a pair of classic Converse to tie it all together.
THURSDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = WIDE LEG JEANS ➕ CARDIGAN ➕ TRENCH ➕LOAFERS
Outfit Details…Another day in the office, another excuse to channel a bit of Sézane-inspired chic. I reached for my dark-wash jeans (this pair’s from Assembly Label) and styled them with my all-time favourite navy Sézane Betty cardigan—still can’t believe my husband picked it out for my birthday with zero hints! Major points.
Navy and tan is one of those combos that never fails, so throwing on my Assembly Label trench was a no-brainer. I added a little neck scarf to seal the Parisian vibe—and voilà, a look that felt polished but totally effortless.
FRIDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = WIDE LEG JEANS ➕ WOOL SWEATER ➕ BOMBER JACKET ➕ SNEAKERS
Outfit Details…Friday was a day with my littlest, and I couldn’t have picked a better outfit for it. After watching my daughter’s school swimming, we made a quick café stop and squeezed in a chilly park hang—classic Melbourne weather, absolutely freezing! I was glad I’d dressed for comfort and warmth: wide-leg jeans, my wool Assembly Label sweater (easily one of my best Depop finds this year), and a cosy grey bomber jacket.
To break up the neutrals, I added a pop of contrast with my chocolate brown Adidas SL72s and matched them with a chocolate suede bag. Functional, warm, but still pulled-together for a casual day out.
SATURDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = WIDE LEG JEANS ➕ TEE ➕ KNITTED VEST ➕ CROPPED JACKET ➕ CONVERSE
Outfit Details…Saturday was a pretty chilled one—the highlight being a trip to Bunnings to finally choose paint for our new upstairs rumpus. (It’s taken me forever to decide, but I’ve landed on a beautiful green and I’m so happy with it!)
With spring on my mind, I wanted to try a look I’ve had pinned for ages: a white tee layered under a knitted vest. I finally gave it a go—and I really liked how it turned out! It was still freezing, though, so when we headed out I threw my Lululemon jacket on top, which gave the whole outfit a totally different vibe. I’ve been seeing these jackets pop up for autumn in the northern hemisphere, and I think I’ll have fun styling mine beyond just pairing it with leggings.
SUNDAY
OUTFIT FORMULA = FLARE JEANS ➕ STRIPED KNITTED SWEATER ➕ WOOL COAT ➕ SNEAKERS
Outfit details…We had a cosy little family outing to a local café in the morning, and I took it as the perfect excuse to actually get ready. It was still absolutely freezing, so I couldn’t bring myself to wear anything but jeans—again. But honestly, no regrets.
I pulled out a striped sweater I hadn’t worn in a while—it's warm, effortless, and one of those pieces that makes you feel put-together without trying too hard. I layered on my wool coat (definitely necessary), and finished the look with my new favourite necklace from Boniet. If you're looking to elevate your jewellery game, I highly recommend checking them out.
That’s a wrap on this week’s Substack! Thanks so much for reading and following along especially after my little break. If you know someone who could use a little wardrobe refresh or some styling inspiration, feel free to share this with them. And if you’d like to receive this straight to your inbox each week—along with some extra style musings—be sure to subscribe below!
Until next time!
Julia x
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You were missed!
Julia I am so happy you’re back. I kept checking to see if you’d posted. 🥰 some great outfit inspo as the weather changes here in the UK!