Day #7 Frocktober

Casual Friday... I usually attempt this look with skinny jeans when I want to pretend to be in the band Ratcat. I'm sure Simon Day would be proud. I wonder if he would sponsor me if he saw this homage??

 Frocktober is the best excuse to rock this look with black/white fishnets. And my boots could stake a vamp - just in case I get in that predicament.

  

To add a teeny tiny splash of colour to yet another black/white outfit, I've added my hot pink button to basically state the obvious "I run like a girl". I might have to wear this button to Monday Night Running Club if I ever get back there. The green ring was a nice find in the Marc Jacobs Accessory store in New York. I remember lots of pretty people being rude to all the customers. And of course shopping intoxication with Melody. Fond memories!!

 

 Yesterday I was challenged to wear a red and blue outfit. After ransacking my home which also included moving furniture and the TV, I found that my only red/blue dress was long given away to charity. I hate it when I do that. Don't fret DJ!! I'm getting that $10 off you ... the search is on. Wait and see.

I'm open to other challenges for donations too. Get creative, send it to me and let's see what I can do. In the meantime, if anyone spots a red/blue dress anywhere, ping me!

Cheers
Maryann xx

Day #6 Frocktober

Yes I'm in all black again! I wanted to be all sunny and bright but to no avail. I worked until late last night and crawled out of bed wondering how does a girl dress for a sunny and windy day with top of 17 degrees. So this was my I'm-exhausted and must dress-for-all-seasons approach.

OK I do have a few LBD options in my wardrobe. Isn't that just called a sound investment?

I bought this woolen dress with white piping from a great boutique on Carlisle St in St Kilda - it's called Dollhouse. It's a little odd in shape but that it's appeal to me.

I like teaming this dress with my black/white heels. Unfortunately, I look like a Collingwood supporter but I can assure the rest of the country that won't ever happen.

Now I'm not feeling the love on the sponsorship front. Where is the love people, dear friends? Please help me raise funds for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation by donating and quoting my rego #680068.

I will try for more colour tomorrow and I promise to smile more in the photos rather than looking so serious.

Thanks for visiting.

Maryann xx

Day #5 Frocktober

The weather is expected to be wet and windy today so I opted for a Melbourne traditional black look. A little uninspired, yes but with a late night at Social Media Club, it was the best I can rustle up.

I thought I'd let my ankle boots and stockings add the inspiration and colour for Day 5 of frocking up.

If you would like more information about why I'm doing this, please visit either Frocktober or the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation.

Hoping you will support my effort and donate using my registration #680068.

See you tomorrow.

Day #4 Frocktober

Another lovely spring day and another dress for Frocktober. This little number is another Halsinky Project goodie. I really like teaming it with a red belt.

I got my very first $25 donation from @mellygoround. Apparently there is a little trick to doing the PayPal donations. There is a link on the page that will give you the option to leave a message, it is here that you can enter my registration number 680068. Let me know if you have any trouble.

Now what will I wear tomorrow??

Day #3 Frocktober

First day back to work after daylight savings and back to school. I was worried this may cause a little lateness especially with the extra task of taking pics of outfit before heading out. I have no idea how fashion bloggers do this everyday.

 So viola ... here's the work outfit. Can't go wrong with a pencil skirt, can you?

This is a new silk top I got from Halsinky Project in Brunswick Street. I love this store. Not only am I biased because my friend Vang owns it, but it also has some smoking hot little dresses.

The outfit is completed with my go-to mary-janes. I've had these shoes for some years now and I may just cry if the heel ever breaks.

Just a reminder if you make a donation to sponsor me, please quote my registration number - 680068.

I will try and be diligent in my blogging.

See you tomorrow
Maryann xx

It's a frockin' good cause

Hello lovelies!

During the entire month of October I will be frocking up in support of a festive fund raising initiative which, aims to raise funds and awareness for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF). October has now been renamed Frocktober!

Far too many women die of this disease each year. A major problem is that there is currently no screening test for ovarian cancer and many women are diagnosed when it the cancer is well advanced.

Frocktober aims to help improve the outlook for women with the disease by supporting the quest for a suitable early detection test, through fundraising for the OCRF.

Essentially, Frocktober is challenging women to don a frock for a day, week, fortnight or a full month during October, and get sponsored for it! Check out their website for more details.


I can thank Miss Melanie for sharing the news about Frocktober with me. She is also blogging her way through her many outfit choices for the duration of October. Do visit and sponsor her at Mellygoesfrocktober.

So now you know why I will be regularly posting images of myself in dresses for the next month, you can now look deep into your pockets and purses and sponsor me too:

•  Cash: just fill out my donation form when donating your money (obviously we can do this when I see you :P
•  On-line payment: visit www.frocktober.org, go to the 'donate' page and include my registration number (680068) in the confirmation page.
•  Electronic Funds Transfer: Enter my registration number (680068) in the 'reference' field from your internet banking service. This will help track your payment.
                       Account name: Frocktober Inc
                       BSB 633000
                       Account number 134323187

•  Cheque / Money Order: Please make payable to Frocktober Incorporated and post to Frocktober Inc, 10 Mulquiney Crescent, Highton VIC 3216.

Day 1 #Frocktober

Day 2 #Frocktober

Stay tuned and dig deep; it's a frockin' good cause!

Cheers
Maryann


PS - I should tell you that all $2 donations are tax deductible :) And let me know if you made a donation using my registration number. I'm keeping track.

Longshot ... more like a sure bet

@Melburnian, @Marcusmoments & moi. 

Last week I wrangled an invite to the launch of Matilda Bay's new dark ale beer Longshot at Toby's Estate in Brunswick. Thanks to @liquidideas and @hierohero for pulling some strings. Although I was terribly late to proceedings, I had a wonderful time and tasted some delicious treats and Matilda Bay beers.

Matilda Bay head brewer Scott Vincent was leading the tasting and gave us an insight into the beer brewing process. I'm disappointed I missed the start of the evening as Mr. Vincent was a fascinating speaker; it's not everyday you get a chance to hear how a product is created from start to finish. You can sneak a peak into a brewer's daily life by following this gent on Twitter. Check him out ... @matildabaybeer

So this was the menu on offer. Careful not to drool...

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Image by @Melburniam

You have no idea how devastated I was to find out I had missed out on the lamb cutlet paired with Matilda Bay's Bohemian Pilsner!! Especially when everyone thought it was necessary to tell me how PERFECT it was!! What is wrong with people?? Don't they know teasing ethnic girls about food is dangerous ... for them ;)*stomp* *stomp*

Anyway my hissy fit is over as I remind myself that I was indeed late and only have myself to blame (kinda grrr).

I'm certain they left the best till last despite what my previous hissy fit may imply. Of course it was the best! This was the reason why we were all there - the belle of the ball, the centre of attention; Matilda Bay's Longshot coffee beer matched with a dark chocolate and Longshot tiramisu. For this particular beer, Vincent collaborated with gourmet coffee roaster Toby Smith creating a full flavoured dark ale with hints of coffee and malt, finished with subtle hop bitterness. Hmmm nom nom nom

Image by Melburnian

Given my current dietary restrictions where I've discovered diary and chocoloate ain't so good for my body, I ignored the warning signs and dove right in.

One sip ... "Wow" ... speechless.

I've never had a beer so perfectly match a chocolate dessert before. The pairing was divine and as the beer warmed a little, it had an even smoother taste. I cannot wait to pair this with a beef dish. Still um-ing and ah-ing about which to choose. Suggestions are more than welcome.

What a fantastic evening - great food, wonderful company and a delicious selection of beers. What more could a gal ask for? Thanks to Matilda Bay, Liquid Ideas, Toby's Estate, and especially Scott Vincent and Toby Smith - such a pleasure to meet two gentlemen passionate about their respective crafts.

If you're interested in treating your taste buds, Longshot is available from Dan Murphy's in a limited release of 5000 cases.  Go forth and spend $$.

Oh .. a huge thank you to the star photographer of the evening Mr @Melburnian and for letting me use your pics on my blog *hugs*

Going to bed now ... night xx
GB