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One Top - Unlimited Outfits

Tuesday 22 September 2015


If you shopped with us last year then you will know the Shell Top well! However, if you didn't, you're about to be introduced to your new best wardrobe asset! These tops have just landed and you need to know about it!


1. Gypsy Tie Pant $49.95: Shop Now
2. Gold Ankle Strap Sandal $119.95: Shop Now

The Shell Top is an easy to wear top that features a high-low hemline, half sleeve and a scoop neckline. Available in four colours, this shape is flattering on all figures - regardless of your bust or belly size!
The Shell Top answers your outfit prayers and pairs perfectly with fitted skirts and pants, can be tucked into flowing skirts and a half tuck is fantastic for pants with a bit of volume.


Three reasons why we love the Shell Top:
  • The Hemline - The shape of the hemline is flattering and slims a woman's widest part...her hips! The shorter part at the front is perfect for wearing with skirts and pants alike (and when I say short I don't mean too short - it still covers the belly). This style pairs well with a fitted skirt for women who aren't comfortable tucking in!
  • The Half Sleeve - The half sleeve, or cap sleeve, gives the illusion of a slimmer figure. By widening your figure at the shoulders it can even out your hips. This is a good top if you carry your weight on the lower half of your body - I know a lot of us do! 
  • The Drape - This top drapes just heavily enough to cover all the bits we're all conscious about...I'm talking bra and belly lines! That said, this style isn't too full! If you're bigger in the bust - never fear - the scoop neckline has you covered. 

Gorgeous Mel Brady from @searched_and_sourched
1. Stripe Ponte Midi Skirt $29: Shop Now
2. Rose Gold Leather Strap Sandal $119.95: Shop Now

For $49 it's safe to say we're convinced - most of us, including our regular customers walk away with not one, but several, colours. As an easy to wash and wear piece, we're counting that this one will be on high rotation!

Shell Tops $49: Shop Now

Which colour would you wear?

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4 School Holiday Essentials

Monday 14 September 2015


The school holidays are just around the corner and by that we mean this weekend coming! Are you ready for the sugar highs and lows, "are we there yet's" and endless supply of fun in the sun?! 
If you're lucky enough to be hitting the beaches, or staying at home, there are some simple essentials you'll need to get you through, just add wine of course!

1. A Summer Dress



1. Aztec Bianca Dress $89: Shop Now
2. Dover White Anglaise Dress $59: Shop Now
3. Natalie Cross Dress $89: Shop Now
4. Tea Green Floral Dress $79.95: Shop Now

If you're not ready to show off the legs in shorts then a summer dress is the answer!

1. The Aztec Bianca Dress is a lightweight playful style that covers the arms and flatters a larger bust. This style sits just above the knee and can be accessorised with a variety of colours!
2. The Dover White Anglaise Dress is a summer staple - a little white dress is the answer to your little black dress woes! Swap out the dull black for the fresh white and pair with coloured accessories. Try sandals for beachside and wedges for lunch!
3. The Natalie Cross Dress is perfect if you want to cover your arms and like the length of your dresses to touch the knee! The V neckline flatters a larger bust and the shape is relaxed through the mid section - best seller alert!
4. The Tea Green Floral Dress is lightweight and a unique print. The crinkle cotton fabric means it's perfect for travel and is quick dry for wash and wear. Pair with neutral and earthy toned accessories. 

2. A Beach Tote


See All Totes $39: Shop Now
1. Pink & Blue Phoenix Jaipur Bag $39: Shop Now
2. Navy & White Geometric Jaipur Bag $39: Shop Now
3. Lime & Green Bold Jaipur Bag $39: Shop Now

Priced at $39 these tote bags are a winner! Thick canvas, tan leather straps and zip closure your beach essentials are kept stylishly safe! This style is available in 10 different prints and add a pop of colour to any outfit. You can expect to fit your bits and bobs, a turkish towel and everyday essentials in this style!

3. Metallic Slides


See All Metallic Sandals $119.95: Shop Now

We love our new metallic little numbers - this style is so comfortable! If you want to know more, read our earlier post 2 Comfy & Stylish Sandals! You'll learn how good this style is for your feet...move over Birkenstocks! The metallic makes this sandal a little bit dressier but the comfort factor means you can wear them all day! When you're going back and forth between the beach and the bar you'll be thankful for this comfy, yet stylish, sandal! 

4. Sunglasses


See All Sunglasses $79.95-$89.95: Shop Now
1. Roc Miranda Sunglasses $89.95: Shop Now
2. Roc Perfect Day Sunglasses (Gold) $89.95: Shop Now
3. Roc Perfect Day Sunglasses (Gun) $89.95: Shop Now

Right now we're loving aviator sunglasses! Available in three different reflections and suitable for just about every face shape. Don't think Top Gun, this style is flattering and in season...we're not sending you back to the 80's we promise! When you think of the aviator think of the sun, surf and sand! 


For more outfit ideas check out our Outfit Idea section: Shop Now

What are your school holiday essentials?

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Post-Baby Style Session

Sunday 6 September 2015


On Friday I was lucky enough to spend the morning with Leisa, Ali and Catherine. If you're new to us the ladies can be quickly introduced as:

  • Leisa, a mum of three, works in-store on Tuesdays and Fridays! She is a devout celebrant of Fri-Yay and is our visual merchandising fairy.
  • Ali, of Ali Kay Style, used to work for Blue Bungalow but has since left us. But don't worry she didn't stray too far - she still comes in for occasional modelling and style sessions. Ali is also a mother of two.
  • Catherine, a mum of three, was chosen last week to be our post-baby star for a style session and is absolutely lovely!
All three of these women can recognise that "taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your kids", however we can all agree that sometimes such a simple thing can be very difficult! No one is more exhausted and stressed than new mums so we're trying to make sure women remember themselves amongst the mess of nappies, breastfeeding and minimal sleep!
The pressure to do a million other things often leaves what you wear at the bottom of the priorities list, BUT, wearing the right clothing can minimise stress and simply make you feel good about yourself. This is important when you feel like you're having an out of body experience AND when you're carrying extra kilos that you really don't want.


Ali started the morning giving Catherine fresh hair and make-up (it was Catherine's birthday so the timing couldn't have been more perfect) and then the styling session began. The aim was to get Catherine into outfits that she wouldn't normally pick, looked great in BUT were also practical...Catherine expressed that it's been hard to feel good in her clothes for some time and we don't blame her when she's chasing after three little ones!


We managed to find four outfits for Catherine in the time that we allowed, she is still breastfeeding Lachlan of 6 months so we needed to make sure too much yapping didn't happen! 


1. Light Wash Denim Jacket $69: Shop Now
2. Navy Striped Midi Dress $69.95: Shop Now 


1. Black Raglan Top $69.95: Shop Now
2. Black Capri Pant $79.95: Shop Now
3. Two Strand Necklace $49: Shop Now
4. Spot on Tee $99.95: Shop Now
5. White Jeans $79.95: Shop Now


1. Shades of Spring Shirtdress $169.95: SOLD OUT
2. Navy Pratten Clutch $29: Shop Now
3. Gold Ankle Strap Sandal $119.95: Shop Now

Catherine looked great in all the outfits but we decided that the last outfit (shirtdress) was our favourite. Catherine agreed but also took the sandals, spot on tee and white jeans home! 

Why the shirtdress? Breastfeeding is challenging enough and what you wear can add to your frustration. The shirtdress was the best option as Catherine felt great in it, the colours are gorgeous and breastfeeding is a breeze. Having a relaxed fit and buttons ensures you can undress discreetly and quickly to attend to the screaming and squirming baby you're surely faced with!

When you're too small for maternity clothes and that little bit too big for your normal wardrobe it can be hard to feel stylish! We endeavour to change this and encourage mums to feel attractive and comfortable in their own skin! Making good clothing choices can take the pressure off getting back your pre-baby body and gives you more time to treasure your children! 

We'd like to think that Catherine had fun and she was kind enough to say she "really enjoyed the experience. Leisa had me trying on things I never would have even gone near. Loved that she chose clothing that was practical but made me feel pretty :)".

Don't have time for a styling session? Check out our Shopping Service!


What are your post-baby wardrobe tips?

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Summer Loving by Style Loving 2

Tuesday 1 September 2015


Recently, Karen from Style Loving 2 wrote a gorgeous post about a her first purchase from Blue Bungalow! She purchased three items from us, the Patchwork Kimono, Western Tan Belt and Embroidered Ink Dress - to see what she said and and see all of the outfits she styled you'll have to check out her post...but we'll show you a sneak peak here!



1. Patchwork Kimono $69: Shop Now
2. Western Tan Belt $35: Shop Now
3. Embroidered Ink Dress $89.95: Shop Now

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Living in the Brisbane and it’s gorgeous warm climate, summer clothes take up a large portion of my wardrobe.
So when buying clothes I look for items that are light enough for me wear over the long hot summer we experience.

With this is in mind I came across Blue Bungalow on Instagram.Now I have to say in the last year Instagram has become my shopping inspiration, with the discovery of many new retailers.What I really love about this is that I get to see real women in clothes not just models. Getting to see a true representation of how a certain item may suit me.If you need any outfit inspiration just check at Nikki from Styling You Instagram hashtag #everydaystyle. I have got into the habit of posting daily – check my instagram account here. A godsend when you hit that “I have nothing to wear” dilemma.
Anyway back to the subject at hand – the fabulous summer inspired clothes from Blue Bungalow.
As we are in the last few days of winter and the weather is heating up but still not what I would call hot. I wanted to get something I could wear now.I’m a very instant gratification type of gal, I’m not going to deny it.


I found a fabulous a dress called Embroidered Ink Dress $89.95.
This is made from 100% viscose so is light enough to wear in the summer months but with its long sleeves warm enough to wear now.

I’m wearing it in two different ways –
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With a Western Tan belt $35.00 (did I mention they also sell some fantastic accessories) and Lilliannai wedges currently on sale 3 pairs for $100.00 – check out their instagram account.2. For those cooler days I’ve added a  Mix Apparel denim jacket – similar one can be found here $35.00and my favourite pair of RMK boots.



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If you want to check out how Karen styled our Patchwork Kimono read her post here!
We love how Karen has given life to all of the Blue Bungalow goodies she purchased and we're all the more excited about spring!

Finally, on another note - we could not agree more with Karen's statement about seeing 'real women' in clothes. It is all too often that we find we're comparing ourselves to models and just can't compete. Simply, this is exactly the thing that sparked the idea of #BBOnMe. #BBOnMe is a gallery that is dedicated to showing our customers in Blue Bungalow clothing! The aim is to encourage real women to inspire and admire each other - if you haven't yet had a snoop please do so here!

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