Monday, October 28, 2013

heading down under



Jacket: Zara; Sweater: c/o Gap Outlet; Jeans: c/o MiH; Hat: J.Crew; Bag: Proenza Schouler; Heels: Christian Louboutin; Lips: Bare Escentuals "Call the Shots"; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

You may have caught me alluding to this news I'm about to share (or perhaps you over heard me yelling it here with excitement on Twitter), but either way, drum roll please...

In just a few short days (eep, T-minus 7 and counting!) I'll be heading to the land Down Under, specifically New Zealand and Australia for a much-needed two week vacay! It's my first time visiting each country but both have been at the top of my bucket list for quite some time now. (If we want to get nitty gritty about it, it all started with my Lord of the Rings obsession in high school, but we'll save that story for another day.)

Of course, as the diligent traveler I am (read: I can barely focus on much else these days), I've been immersing myself in countless travel blogs, adventure tour sites and naturally, a few fave Aussie fashion blogs (hello Gary Pepper!). But I'd love to hear what you guys might have up your sleeves! Any tips/sights/adventures/stores/restaurants/Tolkien must-sees that we simply cannot miss? I'm all ears! 

Photos by Dan Johnson
Posted by Krystal Bick
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40 comments:

  1. NataliOctober 28, 2013 at 5:06 AM

    Great top and jacket! You look so stylish!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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    1. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 5:24 AM

      Looking beyond chic Krystal ! love this look !

      XX Luba

      Cozy sweater and animal print boots in my look, today on
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  2. miasmodeOctober 28, 2013 at 5:06 AM

    Super cute look. Have a great and safe trip and enjoy your stay!!! Lucky you :D

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    xx Mira

    www.glamdevils.com

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  3. Anna (South Molton St Style)October 28, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    Gah that hat is gorgeous, will have to keep my eyes peeled in JCrew's new London store for that one! xx


    South Molton St Style

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  4. RenateOctober 28, 2013 at 5:14 AM

    This is amazing, I love the jeans, the fit is perfect!

    Renate from thecuriousklutz.blogspot.dk

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  5. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    ooo such a cute hat!

    Rebecca {at} Preppy Panache

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  6. MicaOctober 28, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    Love the leopard print jumper! Enjoy your time here in Australia - Brisbane and the coasts have amazing beaches, and of course Melbourne is the place to go to shop. You can't go wrong anywhere really! :)


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  7. Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)October 28, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    Love this jacket, I am on a hunt for the perfect leather jacket.

    xo
    http://pinksole.com

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  8. GlamVolutionOctober 28, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    You must be super excited for your trip!! Can't wait to see your travel outfits!

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  9. QOctober 28, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    nice look hon.

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  10. AnonymousOctober 28, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Make sure you go to Queenstown in New Zealand and eat at Fergburger. Drive along the Western Coast of NZ as well. Go to the 12 Apostles in Melbourne if you make your way down there, and if you want to surf, Seven Mile Beach just south of Sydney has the best waves for beginners.

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  11. Live-Style20October 28, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    cute!! :-))

    i invite to me too
    www.live-style20.blogspot.com

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  12. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Lord of the Rings is a totally legitimate obsession. Rock on, girly! Love your hat! :)

    http://sometimesgracefully.com

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  13. AnnickOctober 28, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    I too had a serious Lord of the Rings obsession in high school! Pippin was my fave hobbit and how sexy was Aragorn?

    It sounds like you're going to have an amazing trip! I've always wanted to visit New Zealand as well! I have accent envy of anyone who is from there!

    Great look today, I love the cut of your denim and that hat! And love the grey nails - they go perfectly with your look!

    Bold Subtlety

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  14. dipped in yellowOctober 28, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    how exciting! enjoy your trip!! & i adore this toned down leopard look! x

    dipped in yellow

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  15. Heather CavanaughOctober 28, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    I'm sooooo jealous!!! I want to go to New Zealand and Australia sooooo badly. It's seriously on the top list of places to travel too. Anyway totally enjoy your trip!!!

    PS you look fab as always

    <3
    heather
    fashionistanygirl.com

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  16. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    Amazing casual look! Have fun on your trip!

    Xo,
    Flor
    http://meringuesandchiffon.blogspot.com

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  17. Daily Style FindsOctober 28, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Sounds amazing! Have a great time.

    Daily Style Finds (Cash & Gift card giveaways today!)

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  18. HeidiOctober 28, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Fun! Have an amazing time! xo Heidi http://fabricandfrosting.blogspot.no/

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  19. FASHION SNAGOctober 28, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Love your jacket! Have a great time!

    www.FashionSnag.com

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  20. AbigailsterlingOctober 28, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Cute outfit! Have an amazing time - I did that trip in high school and it was an all time favorite! There is so many things you should do - coral reef (Cairns), Sydney Opera house, see the kangaroos and koalas in Australia and in New Zealand - hike (Franz Joseph Glacier was incredible), rapids, swim with the dolphins, see some Geysers! Safe travels!

    x abigail, the fabulous life of a natural disaster

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  21. UnknownOctober 28, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    awesome! enjoy your trip :) love your casual look xx
    xo, coco
    millennielle.com
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  22. Andrea ClareOctober 28, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    the hat adds so much to the outfit, love it

    www.andrea-clare.blogspot.com

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  23. Whitney 'Nic' JamesOctober 28, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Chic and classic outfit...I love it! Have a wonderful and safe trip!

    ~Whitney
    www.whitneynicjames.com

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  24. Leslie: HauteReb3lOctober 28, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    Cute shirt!

    Safe travels!

    <3

    http://downtownhautefashion.blogspot.com

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  25. KatherineOctober 28, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    So exciting to be visiting there! I'm sure you'll have a blast, and I can't wait to see blog pictures!

    xx
    http://classicinchicago.blogspot.com

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  26. Vicki WildeOctober 28, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    I'm so jealous of your upcoming trip! Definitely both are places that are on my must-see list! Have fun, cuddle a koala while you're there ;)

    <3 Vicki
    wildeinthecity.blogspot.com

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  27. Moi Contre La VieOctober 28, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Perfect look - Love that top, killer layering! <3

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  28. vogue + vinoOctober 28, 2013 at 10:38 PM

    Ahh Australia is one of my fave places (up there with Paris and Spain). The people are just SOO generous and its kind of like the US, 25 years ago...a wholesome country! Shopping is amazing. Each mall dedicates the bottom floor to up and coming designers and its a great concept that the US should adopt! Sight wise, Sydney is stunning admist the water. Make sure you see the opera house (obvs) and go have dinner at Darling Harbour! Consider stopping in Fiji on your way back, you'll fly right over it on your way home (totally worth it). You will have a blast! Safe travels!
    xo!
    Gabrielle
    Vogue & Vino

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  29. ruthOctober 28, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    I live in Sydney (moved here from London 10 years ago) and there are so many great places to go. I live in Newtown, and would recommend a trip to King st for drinks/shopping/foo. Surry Hills is another great area....
    Let me know if you'd like specific recs.
    For clothes, def go to Pretty dog in Newtown. Tanya, the owner, stocks a great selection of local and overseas labels!

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  30. AurèOctober 29, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    Hello,Ciao...always your outfits are works of Art...this one too...it's great how you wear the jeans...and like the Hat!
    Enjoy your stay in gorgeous Australia and New Zealand!

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  31. AnyaOctober 29, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    Hi! If you are serious about visiting LOTR locations, going to Matamata, place of the Hobbiton, is a must. Matamata is a small town within 2.5 hr drive from Auckland. You can get a rental car or a bus tour from Auckland. There are daily tours to the Hobbiton, the Information center is located right in the town center on Broadway Street. It's a spring in New Zealand, you will see many trees and flowers in a full bloom, but be prepared for a changeable weather. Have a great holiday! Anya.

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  32. JodyOctober 29, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Hi Krystal, I have been following your blog for a while now. I live in Auckland, New Zealand (I'm a New Zealander). Enjoy your time in my lovely country and if you need anything while you are here or have any questions, please get in touch (jodywinter@xtra.co.nz). I actually live in Auckland's retail suburb (Newmarket) so let me know if you want any shopping tips! Spring weather is changeable so bring layers!

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  33. AnonymousOctober 29, 2013 at 3:29 AM

    You look fabulous! That animal print T and jacket go so well together.

    Amita @ Glamplaza

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  34. UnknownOctober 29, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I've dreamed of going to Australia and NZ since I was a little girl but sadly haven't been yet. My parents went to Australia a few years ago and had a a wonderful time. They also talk about swimming with the turtles and eating at great Middle Eastern restaurants! Hope you have a fabulous time. Can't wait to see all the pics!

    Luci’s Morsels – fashion. food. frivolity.

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  35. dOctober 29, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    Sail the Whitsunday Islands! You can do quick 3 day trips and it seriously was the most incredible experience. You dive off the boat in the morning and watch the turtles wake up around you. Not to mention Whitehaven Beach, the best beach I've ever been to. Have fun, Australia is great.

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  36. NaomiOctober 29, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    Love your jacket!

    xoxo

    The Occasional Indulgence

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  37. UnknownOctober 30, 2013 at 2:44 AM

    Yay NZ! If you're in Wellington, Cuba st for vintage shopping (especially missy's room and ziggurat) and city gallery for well created exhibitions

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  38. UnknownOctober 30, 2013 at 3:17 AM

    Hi Krystal,

    Hope you're coming to Melbourne during your visit :) I would recommend Chapel Street for shopping and Bridge Road for outlet shopping. If you want a mall, go to chadstone! Foodwise, three bags full / hardware societe for brunch and rockpool / Chin Chin.

    Enjoy your stay! If you need more information let me know x

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  39. UnknownOctober 30, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    Melbourne! Melbourne! Melbourne! A city full of culture, crazy weather, good coffee and of course fashion! There is some great shopping to be had here! Try the old laneways in the city, in particular hit up Zomp a great shoes shop on little collins street and miss lousie on Collins street! You have to hit up the australian designers, try the GPO for Zimmerman, Sass and Bide, FAT ( yes it's a shop - a truly fantastic one at that, lots of great quirky designers) and my personal favourite Gorman. X

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