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Tartentines Day

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Love is in the air at BB!

Beth, Tahlia and Rach have fallen head over heels for our Checkmate Dress! Embrace your edgier side with the Tartan Trend - perfect with boots and a wide brim hat for that awesome 90s grunge look. 

There's nothing like rocking out to some old 90s classics with your besties and celebrating each other. Friends that stick together - dress together!

Shop the Checkmate Dress here:



MEET JASMINE!

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Jasmine in the Back Up Dress from bb.com.au

Meet Jasmine Garnsworthy, online Fashion Editor for Australia's leading online publication Popsugar.com.au

Jasmine took 5 with us to answer a few questions about her dream job and give us her top 5 picks from bb.com.au

Can you tell me a little bit about your job as online Fashion Editor for Popsugar?

It’s a lot of fun, but hard work. As fashion editor I’m responsible for all the style content published on Popsugar.com.au. That includes brainstorming ideas, being on top of trends, researching and writing stories, and chatting with our readers on social media (the entire Popsugar Australia team is a little addicted to Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter). I also work closely with our sister site, Shopstyle Australia, creating cool, shoppable stories and social media content.

What does a typical day look like for yourself?

On an average day, I’ve read the news, scanned Instagram and Twitter and am in the office, planning my day or beginning my first post by 7am. We have an editorial meeting at 9am, by which time the team has a pretty good idea of what stories we’ll be covering across fashion, celebrity, health and fitness, and beauty that day. Then it’s heads down, straight back to content creating. Many afternoons will end with a showing, event, or meeting with a PR team or brand, and then I try to switch off with a run along Bondi Beach and dinner with my boyfriend.

What's your go to piece this season?

I am on the hunt for the perfect grey turtle neck sweater for Winter. 

What are your favourite fashion items that you can't live without?

It changes with the season, and right now I couldn’t live without my Paige Denim black jeans, leather bomber jacket, over-the-knee boots, and white midi skirt. 

Who are your style icons?

Olivia Palermo and Jenna Lyons.

What are your goals for 2014?

We measure how many people are visiting Popsugar Australia each month, and late last year we hit one million! So, this year is all about growing that number by continuing to create the totally addictive fashion, celebrity, fitness and beauty content that keeps our readers coming back. Personally, I’m also trying to save money (shopping is a workplace hazard in this industry).

What trends are you looking forward to seeing this Autumn/Winter?

It’s the middle of fashion month internationally at the moment, and pale pink coats have been the street style set’s go-to, so I’m counting down the days until it’s cool enough in Sydney to wear a candy-coloured cover-up myself.

What are your top 5 picks from BB's new arrivals and how would you wear them? 

Premonition Marquis Knit Jumper 

I’m big on white-on-white this season and would tick off the trend with this top and distressed white denim jeans.



Back Up Dress

This dress, a jacket tied around my waist, mirrored shades and white Arizona Birkenstocks would make the perfect Saturday morning ensemble.



Aqualung Skirt Violet

Trumpet skirts are so on-trend, I’d wear this one with a structured crop top and pointy pumps.



On The Hunt Skirt

Call me boring, but I love a little black skirt partnered with grey marle tee.



Don't Sweat It Shorts

I live in Bondi Beach, a fairly casual part of the world when it comes to fashion. These shorts are a cool option for lazy, warm weekends.



You can follow @jasmine_garnsworthy on Instagram for a behind the scenes of her work and wardrobe and @popsugarau for the latest in entertainment, fashion, beauty and much more!

Trend We're Loving: Stripes

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Here at BB HQ we are obsessing over all things striped!

The ultimate staple in any girls wardrobe, stripes are perfect for every occasion - day or night. Keep it simple by pairing your stripes with neutral colours and simple pieces, or make a statement by matching stripes with stripes or other prints.

Stripes are debatably the most timeless, flattering and universal trend there is. With fashion icons all over the world embracing the stripe, you know you'll be doing something right!

Shop our collection here:

Winning Streak Dress Navy: http://beginningboutique.com.au/products/winning-streak-dress-navy
One Teaspoon Avalon Striped Jumper: http://beginningboutique.com.au/products/one-teaspoon-avalon-striped-jumper
Drifting Away Skirt: http://beginningboutique.com.au/products/drifting-away-skirt
Lineage Top: http://beginningboutique.com.au/products/lineage-top
Betsey Dress Black: http://beginningboutique.com.au/products/betsey-dress-black


WHATEVER FOREVER

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Introducing our latest Lookbook - Whatever Forever 

Shot by the rad Gavriel Maynard and featuring fresh fased Abbie Heath, Whatever Forever is a collection of super cool brands UNIF and O'MIGHTY as well as tartan, two-pieces and floral crowns.

Shop all these new season looks here:


Photographer: Gavriel Maynard

Model: Abbie Heath

Creative Director: Kelsey Heinrichs

Stylist: Ainsley Hutchence

Makeup Artist: Kate Shanahan

Assistants: Janneke Storm & Emily Hughes

#BBPOPUP Part 1

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We had SUCH an amazing day last Saturday at our Annual Pop Up Sale at our Brisbane office! 
If you did make it, we hope you managed to grab some discounted goodies up to 70% off. 

The line up was crazy long, we were all so pumped to see the turn-out. We think at least 1000 girls showed up to the event, which is nearly double last year - just goes to show how much BB has grown in that short time!

A big thankyou goes out to our lovely gift bag sponsors including:
Clip N Pin

Stay tuned for part 2 of #BBPOPUP
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MEET A BROKE GIRLS BLOG

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This week we were lucky enough to have Prudence from A Broke Girls Blog come into BB HQ to have a browse through our new arrivals and style a few of her favourite pieces. 

The first piece Prue styled was the Odette Skirt with a staple Heat Seeker Top White and our new bralette. 

For her second look, Prue chose a statement leopard print playsuit paired with a Rhythm Pocket Hat and Therapy Bailey Boot for a casual look. 

You can't go past a stripe dress and Prue styled our latest stripe crush with a perfect light-weight in-between season knit and Therapy Chandler Boot. Prue finished the look with ROC Miranda Sunglasses, the perfect addition to any street look.

We look forward to having Prue back at BB to give us her favourite picks perfect for your uni or overseas holiday budget. 


Tartan 101

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Here at BB HQ we are currently obsessing over all things tartan; and for good reason I think! Tartan is currently one of the hottest trends popping up on the global fashion radar; from Paris fashion week to the local hang out; tartan reigns supreme.


And its not just tartan either but plaid as well!  What’s the difference you ask? Well if you have a look into it not a great deal! Both originate form Scotland; plaid was originally used in blankets and throws.. but they are both check patterned fabrics and that is what is important to us!


Not sure how to wear your checks? Tartan is one of the easiest prints to wear and can be styled so many ways! Weather you are going for a 90’s grunge look (also a hot trend-take note) or more of a sophisticated and preppy style; tartan is almost guaranteed to work and look amazing!

Tartan is the perfect partner in crime to all things black, leather and denim making it a hot wardrobe favourite!  Have a look at the colours in your tartan; and match it back with basics that you have in the same or similar shade - Easy!


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Can’t get enough? Shop our favourite tartan shorts, tops and skorts online @ Beginning Boutique:

Staff Style: Greer


OUR DAY WITH ESSENA

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For our latest look book we wanted to share with you a day in the life of Essena O'Neill, a fresh faced beauty who inspires us with her happy and vibrant lifestyle. 

We travelled to Essena's home town of Coolum Beach where we got an insight into her gorgeous surroundings including sunrise on the beach and the botanic gardens. 

Essena has recently turned raw vegan and took us to her favourite New Earth Cafe for a delicious raw and organic lunch. Essena inspired us with the way she educates herself on issues that she believes in. 

Essena's message to "create yourself create your world" is somthing BB strongly believes in and we can't wait to show you the full look book! 

Katie Eve Blog

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Today we had the pleasure of having Katie Eve from Katie Eve Blog into the office to style & shoot some of her top picks in-store now. Her blog provides an insight into her own personal style as well as share my favourite tips, trends, and techniques - make sure to check it out!!

For her first look, Katie Eve teamed up the One Teaspoon Awesome Baggies $140 with the Paint It Red Feline Crop $49, accessorised with the ROC Eyewear Miranda Sunnies $89.95

Second up, she went with the Hendrix Crop Cream $45 with the Tessellation Skirt Leather (coming in tonight!)

And for her final outfit, Katie Eve chose our exclusive Peony Playsuit $59 paired with the Rhythm Pocket Hat Black $39.99, and the Stand Still Boots $99

Thanks so much for popping by Katie Eve!
Happy Friday

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ESSENA

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Introducing our latest Lookbook:

ESSENA

Shot on the Sunshine Coast with local beauty Essena O'Neill, we got to spend a day in the life of the fresh faced beauty, from sunrise on the beach to exploring the botanical gardens. 

BB exclusive kaftans, floral sets and tie-dye fabrics are all featured in lookbook. 

You can shop all of these looks here:

http://beginningboutique.com.au/collections/essena

We can't wait to work with Essena again and hope you enjoy a sneak peak into her wonderful world. 


HOW TO WEAR DARK LIPSTICK

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As the weather cools down, we are all about going dark with your lipstick in shades of plum, oxblood and even black!

Kate Bosworth and Lorde show us how to rock a red/burgundy with a simple liquid liner.

Darker skin tones like Selena Gomez and Kim K can pull of a deeper, oxblood shade, finished with full lashes. 

If you choose a black lipstick, leave the rest of your face quite bare with a statement liner like Joan Smalls.

Dare to bare the darker lip trend this fall!

Pre-order Lime Crime Velvetines for mid April delivery here:

Trend To Try: Midi Skirts

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      Ladies it’s time to mix up your wardrobe with this season’s latest trend; the Midi Skirt! 
While we all know the midi skirt has been around for quite some time,  this year’s come-back trend is bolder and braver than ever before!

If you are thinking that a midi skirt is a little bit too plain or possibly something that only Librarians would wear; then think again! You only need to flick open your favourite glossy mag or tap your instagram feed to see all the cool kids of the world already rocking this trend! But before you raid through your closet and rummage for your credit card, there are two main styles of midi skirt to take note of; the fitted pencil skirt and the full A-line.

Fitted
A fitted midi skirt oozes in style and sophistication; the figure hugging shape creates a classic womanly hourglass silhouette and looks great worn with a button up blouse and brogues for an effortless office-ready look. And because a fitted midi covers a little more leg, we see it as the perfect excuse to show of your waist in an itty bitty crop with a pair of strappy heels for the ultimate Friday night look! Not headed to work or the clubs? A fitted midi also looks great worn with a simple sweater or statement print tee!

A-Line
The A-line midi is a great piece, all about playing with volume and having fun!  Avoid looking like your great Aunt Norma by choosing bold colours or prints and adding quirky modern shoes and accessories. Look for a skirt with a fitted waistband and gathers or pleats for a more flattering look. 

So what is the trick to a fresh and up to date style? A+A (Accessories and Attitude)! This trend is all about making the look your own and taking risks by mixing and matching different textures, colours and prints ! You can wear a midi skirt with a cardi, chunky necklace and sneakers for killer street style! It doesn’t matter if you are a tomboy, teenager or fashion trend blogger, the midi skirt is a look that you have to try! (trust me you will thank us for it)!
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Brisbane VIP Night

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This week we held our first ever BB VIP night!

Our top Brisbane customers were treated to a night of chocolate, champers & clothes!

Those who attended got a sneak peak at our BB exclusive items, some that are not even online yet! 

We were excited to meet the faces behind our most loyal customers, and hear their feedback on all things BB.

Thanks to all the lovely ladies who attended, we can't wait to host another evening to treat our specials VIP's!

MEET NORA CHAN

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Our guest blogger this week is the adorable Nrah by Nora Chan

She took some time out of her busy student and work life to style a few of our newest arrivals in her signature cool and understated way that we love. 

Nora paired the Sideline Skirt with our favourite black Paint It Red Crop and a Rhythm Pocket Hat to give it an instant blogger look. 

She suited up for her second look in the Hinterland Shorts and matching crop that is coming tonight and statement ROC Sunglasses.

Thanks for coming in Nora!


Treat Yo'self Tuesday!

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Some could correctly assume that the spirit of Easter is about overdosing on chocolate, and seriously regretting it the next week. Well, here at BB we’re all for treating yo’self… the right way. Grab yourself a little Easter something without the guilt. If you live in Aus, you could get it in time for you your long weekend! And no, you won’t pay a cent over $40 for any of these. No regrets here, just sweet sweet bargains.

Oh and heck it, eat some delicious chocolates too. 

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Happy Easter!


This weeks top 5:

Love a bargain? Shop our under $40 collection here!

Picture Perfect Pastels

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In the spirit of Easter and celebrating a long weekend indulging in delicious treats and spending time with family and friends, we are taking the sweetness to a whole new and delicious level by embracing our favourite trend: pastels

We all know that pastel pink is a standout favourite this season; but here at BBHQ we are also loving delicate sorbet shades of lilac, mint, peach and baby blue!

While the Northern Hemisphere is also celebrating all things Spring, down here in Aus, we are starting to pop on the layers and are bracing ourselves for the Winter chill which is around the corner! 

It doesn't matter where you live around the globe, pastel is a fun and fresh trend that you need in your wardrobe, pronto! Pastels could traditionally be reserved for a Spring or Summer wardrobe as they are very light and fresh and look great mixed in with florals for picnics in the park or dates out with friends.

I for one however, love the fact that pastels are trending coming in to Winter because it gives us the perfect opportunity to shake things up! What is cuter than a pastel purple dress, ankle boots and a chunky cream scarf? Nothing I dare say!

Think pastels are too girly for you? Think again! Pastels are a great alternative to white or beige and when paired with your boyfriend jeans or leather biker jacket will look the opposite of girly but instead super edgy and cool!

Wanting to add some sweet goodness to your wardrobe (why wouldn't you)? You can shop our great collection of pastel  tops, skirts and knitwear including some awesome pieces on sale; now you have no excuse! 
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New Arrivals :
April Dress- (Coming Soon)

Now on Sale :

On Wednesday's, We Wear Pink

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Next Wednesday, the 30th of April, marks the 10 year anniversary of Mean Girls. Shut up! You know the rules: On Wednesday's, we wear pink. Gather your besties and pay homage to the most quotable movie of the century by quoting everysingleline. It's just like, the rules of feminism. Don't forget to grab yourself something pink to celebrate! Here are our fav's:


So fetch.


STAFF STYLE: CABLE SKIRT

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Our most popular skirt, and a wardrobe must have this season is the Cable Skirt!
Cord is back in a big way, and let's be honest, it's come a long way since the cord flares your mum used to make you wear. 

If you're stuck for how to wear this skirt, then you've come to the right place! Our e-commerce team show us how they wear this skirt with style, and prove that it really does go with anything!

Prue Wears:

Bec Wears:

Tahlia Wears:

Rachael Wears:


BB ♥s MEAN GIRLS!

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Mean Girls: giving us Kevin G's rap, Glen Coco and defining the rules of feminism since 2004.
Today marks the 10th anniversary of Mean Girls. I know right... shut up! You know the rules: On Wednesday's, we wear pink. Gather your besties and pay homage to the most quotable movie of the century by quoting every single line. Check out what we wore for the occasion! Pink is trending right now, so jump on the bandwagon while it's fetch! Okay, we're sorry... we'll stop trying to make 'fetch' happen.


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