On the Street

Susie Shaw likes to make the most of her wardrobe with statement pieces, jewellery and a renewed love of hair clips. She tells Nelson Magazine her tips for a funky and co-ordinated look.

What are you wearing?

My hat is Brixton, top is Cotton On, jacket and pants are Amazon, sandals are Doc Martens, and my handbag is Brie Leon.

Describe your style?
Funky, co-ordinated and sometimes understated.

What is your wardrobe mostly made up of?
Last year I really tried to focus on a ‘capsule wardrobe’ so that I could put together multiple outfits using a statement piece and basics to bulk it out. It took some time to create, but I’m now able to mix and match. I have stuck to a colour range of black, brown, white, pink, blue and green and I find this works well for my personal style.

What are you dressed for today?
Catching up with some girlfriends in town for a drink.

What are you loving at the moment?
Hair clips and headbands, I used to wear them when I was younger and recently started wearing them again. I’ve been loving butterflies and flowers, they are such a fun way to add personality and colour to an outfit and I know my inner child is smiling whenever I put them in.

Where do you buy most of your clothes?
Lots of surf-skate shops. I like the wearability and comfort of the clothes they tend to stock as I can wear most of the clothes to work and still look stylish. A few of my favourite stores are Amazon, Cheapskates and North Beach. I also shop at Glassons for my basics.

What is your approach to shopping?
I always shop on a budget. I like to browse the sale racks of my favourite shops, and a goal this year is to go thrifting and alter pieces to fit. If I do splurge on a piece, I take into consideration price per wear and if it’s justifiable.

What is your all-time favourite purchase?
Chelsea boot Doc Martens, they go with everything and last forever.

What has been your worst clothing disaster?
Probably my younger self thinking dresses and three quarters tights were a good idea.

What wardrobe item should everyone invest in?
Statement pants, whether it’s a solid colour or a funky pattern. Finding a style that suits your body type, fits correctly and is comfortable. I have a few pairs of pants that I alternate, I think it’s such an easy way to make an outfit look put together and finding the right pair can make you feel incredible and confident.

Do you have a style rule you always obey?
Accessorise. I feel like an outfit isn’t complete without jewellery, it adds another dimension and is a fun way to add more personality to your look. Oh and of course, you can’t forget your smile.

If you could raid one person’s closet, whose would it be?
Mary Outram, she has incredible style and I love her co ord outfits and her shoes!

You would never catch me wearing?
It’s probably a bit controversial, but crocs. I know they are back in style, but I don’t think they should be. You wouldn’t catch me dead in them. They remind me of outside slippers that should stay at home!