want: isabel marant jacob leather wedge boots

What I would give for these Isabel Marant Jacob fringed suede and leather wedge boots! Isabel Marant is definitely becoming a big favourite of mine.. I seem to be loving everything Marant lately. I found these on net-a-porter but sadly, they're no longer available. So, not that I could actually afford them at this point in time but I would LOVE to find these.. and then find a way to make these mine! 

x nicole rene 

leather love

Ask anyone who knows me, I consider my leather jacket an item of clothing that transcends seasons. And yes, that is even though I live in queensland. I guess you could say that it's a favourite of mine. So the influx of leather clothing lately is right up my alley. Unfortunately for me, the cost of leather clothing is not really inline with my budget. But to keep my dreams alive, here are a few of my favourite picks for leather items for the season past, the season coming, or if you're like me, for whatever season you find yourself in!

x nicole rene

3.1 Phillip Lim Stretch-Leather Skinny Pants

Acne Best Lizard-Embossed Stretch-Leather Pants

April May Skinny Leather Pants

Balmain Quilted Leather Mini Skirt

Barneys Originals Studded Leather Vest

IRO Leather Motorcycle Pants

Joseph Stretch-Leather Leggings

Karl Odina Leather Biker Jacket

Muubaa Leather Biker Jacket

Muubaa Leather Lorenzo Stretch Pants

Muubaa Leather Marieta Laced Jacket

Muubaa Leather Whalen Shorts

One Teaspoon Gypsy Leather Skirt

Urban Code Leather Mix Pants

Urban Code Leather Skirt

Vera Moda Loud Leather Skirt

Available on net-a-porter & asos.

tuesday tune: griffin by the medics

I've been really slack with keeping up with tuesday tunes, and it's not as though it's from lack of music - my shazam tags get fuller by the day. This song by the medics is one I'd heard (and loved) a few times on triple j but it was probably when they performed for 'like a version' that I paid particular attention. They sing with such emotion, which shows in both their recorded and live versions. Anyway, I think it's great so have a listen if you want (the live version performed on 'like a version' can be found on the triple j page). 

x nicole rene 

jess hart for sass & bide lingerie collection

I love sass & bide and I love Jessica Hart so, of course, I was always going to love this collaboration. Plus, who doesn't love lingerie! The collection is clean and feminine, incorporating traditional lingerie elements such as lace and sheer accents while staying true to the free spirit of the sass & bide brand with bold splashes of neon. Have a look below for a few looks from the collection. I can't wait to get my hands on some *all* of these pieces.

x nicole rene

boy by emma louise

I loved this song as soon as I heard it and now whenever I hear it, it just seems to grow on me even more. Have a listen.. it's pretty amazing. 

nicole rene x

beauty product must-have: eyelash curler

I recently purchased a new eyelash curler -- I'd had my last one for so long that I hadn't realised it wasn't actually working properly -- and it just reminded me of how AMAZING and irreplaceable they actually are. It makes a huge difference and if you do still use mascara (like I do), it's much easier to apply and you  don't need to use as much product. 

I  have quite a few friends who've never used an eyelash curler, and, yes, I do realise it's not a necessity, but... maybe it should be? They are great, with or without mascara. 

Anyway, here's a few eyelash curlers that would absolutely do the trick and give you perfectly primmed eyelashes. 

Manicare Eyelash Curler (the one I have), $11.95 on beautyheaven.com.au

Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, voted best of 2011 on instyle.com, $20 on shuuemura-usa.com

Or, you could even go all out and get this heated eyelash curler. 

I can't vouch for how effective the heating is as I've never used a heated one - but I can say that the normal eyelash curlers are amazing. They should be a staple in everyone's beauty pack. 

x nicole rene

style crush: rosie huntington-whiteley

images from fashioniseverywhere, lamodellamafia, thecovetable & google images