Hey from Hamilton Island! We only arrived a few hours ago and I was not intending to post from here today but you may have heard that Sydney has had some rain over the last week. The destruction is widespread and many of my fellow Sydney Siders are still assessing the damage. We are safe and well but the deluge meant taking photos was out of the question so I made a last minute decision to hold off until we arrived. It didn’t give me a lot of time but I got it done (sortof!). It’s been 13 years since I last stepped foot on Hamilton Island and it is just as beautiful as I remember. The Whitsundays is a magical part of the world and I look forward to sharing more with you over the coming weeks but for now it’s all about my ‘resort style’. If you could see me you would know I am sitting here making rabbit ear motions as I write that, mostly because I’m pretty sure I have no clue what resort style really is, I mean I’m not wearing a kaftan after all. I am however, wearing a very cute skirt that I could never get away with in a Sydney winter.Β Read on for all the details …
Whitsunday Wandering
I hate winter! The bleak mornings, the bitter cold nights and everything in between fills me with dread. So much so, that I take every possible opportunity during these three months to skip town to a climate that is more to my liking as much as I can. Hamilton Island is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and only a 2 1/2 flight from Sydney, so it’s perfect for a short break. We have four nights here and I plan to make the most of it. Today I’m wearing a cute Mink Pink skirt that I picked up for a steal at the outlets a few weeks back. Obvs it’s been way to cold in Sydney to break it out but with temps in the high 20’s it perfect for a balmy afternoon on the beach. I’ve kept the top simply so as not to distract from the intricate detailing and a pair of chunky thongs are essential in Oz! My Chanel boy bag is perhaps not what you would expect me to be carrying today but I think it goes perfectly and who says I have to save it for a special occasion? Simple jewellery completes the picture including my new favourite necklace.
Skirt: Mink Pink. Top: The Limited. Shoes: Calvin Klein. Old. Bag: Chanel. Old Necklace: Name Jewellery. Ring: Lovisa. Old Bracelet: Ashley Bridget.
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SFH
xoxoxo
Chanda says
So sorry to hear about what’s going on a in your area! π I absolutely hate Winter myself, but it’s a lot longer than 3 months for us! wanted to drop in and say Thanks for linking up with me this week!
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Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Chandra! Three months is long enough lol. I do have a couple of other trips coming up which will allow me to escape it a little bit ?
Laura says
The lace detailing on that skirt is so perfect – I love it!!!
Laura
www.blackcoffeebeautiful.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks so much Laura ?
Rachel says
You look stunning. Beach walks are amazing, lucky you,
Thank you for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me”
Rachel xo
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Rachel. It was a lovely short break
Rachel says
Beautiful photos! love the skirt!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks so much Rachel
Linda Hobden says
Pretty skirt ideal for a sunshine getaway – although I’m sure you could get away with wearing it all year round in Sydney! ?
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
I wish Linda! It was 5 degrees the night I got home ?
The Velvet Runway says
I love your skirt – it’s so pretty and I love how you styled it with the white tie top!
Hamilton Island looks so beautiful and that beach is the perfect location for photos!
Hope you had fun
Julia xx
http://www.thevelvetrunway.com/
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Julia. Just got home and already missing the sunshine ?
CidStyleFile says
What a fun and interesting skirt!! Anytime by the beach is great, enjoy!
I started a link up too and would love it if you join.
Come take a look at CidStyleFile.com
thanks
Veronica
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Veronica. I’ll be sure to check it out when so get back home on Sunday ?
Sheela Goh says
I spent last July/August in Melbourne and it was SO cold. I absolutely loved it π xoxo
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Melbourne is freezing in winter. I have to go down for work every month or so so there is no escaping it but I certainly don’t love it lol
josep-maria says
Beautiful look, the skirt is cute.
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Josep-Maria π
Sheree says
Great vacay style, in LOVE with your bag!
xo Sheree
http://poshclassymom.com
IG: @poshclassymom
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Sheree. Yeah I pretty much love this bag to bits lol
Candace says
Loving those shorts and that bag!
http://www.thebeautybeau.com/easily-suede/
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Candace. The bag is one of my prized possessions ?
Lanae Bond says
Your pictures are so pretty and you looked relaxed and chic!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Lanae. It’s easy to relax here ?
Sarah says
that boy bag! I am drooling!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
It is definitely a favourite Sarah ?
Lisa Morin says
Gorgeous photos and love your skirt XO. Would love for you to stop by and share with #linkupwithlisa @ http://www.beauty101bylisa.com/2016/06/linkupwithlisa-52-in-honor-of-my-daddio.html
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Lisa. I will be catching up on all the link ups when I get back to Sydney so I’ll be sure and stop by then ?
Rachel says
What a gorgeous location. I’m so jealous! I love your white flower ring. π
Rachel
Simply Rachel Nicole
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Rachel. I will be posting lots of pics on Insta and Facebook so follow along ?
Jess says
It looks like a beautiufl place! I cant wait to go on vacation next month! Love the patterned blue skirt and great accessories! fun ring π
jess xx
www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Jess! Where are you heading? The Whitsundays are magically and Australia has some stunning destinations!
Tianna says
love this outfit – what a fun beach stroll!
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Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Tianna.
Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side says
You go on the best long weekend trips lady! Love this outfit, but mostly I think I like the beach that you’re standing on, so pretty!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
It’s called Catseye beach Sarah. It right in front of our apartment and so calm and easy to swim in ? I do love me some beach ?
Debbie Stinedurf says
That skirt is so pretty! Have a relaxing trip!
Debbie
www.fashionfairydust.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Debbie ?
Happiness at Mid Life says
Love that pretty skirt. Enjoy your getaway!
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Alice! I’m sure it will be over way too quickly!
amy says
Glad you could get out of the cold for awhile. LOVE that skirt!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Amy. It’s only 4 days but anything is better than nothing!
Emma Peach says
It looks glorious there! I love the detailing on the skirt, very pretty. Cute necklace too π
Emma xxx
www.style-splash.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Emma. It is lovely and the weather is glorious!
Rebecca says
Love the skirt!
See how I styled my favorite shorts this week at the blog β Happy Wednesday!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Rebecca. I’ll stop by soon ?
Andrea@WellnessNotes says
Enjoy your little getaway! Perfect beach outfit – I love the skirt!
Andrea
Andreaβs Wellness Notes
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Andrea. It’s pretty easy to take here ?
Celia M. HighHeeledLife.com says
Loving the lace detail of your skirt!! thank you for hosting
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Celia. That’s my fav bit as well ?
Elle Spann says
beautiful!! love that skirt.
elle
Southern Elle Style
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Elle. I’m not a big skirt fan but this one is worth going out of my comfort zone for ../
Shelbee on the Edge says
That is a very cool and unique skirt! I am glad everyone is Sydney is safe and I hope you are enjoying your getaway!
Shelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Shelbee! I may never go home ?
Laurie says
Looking fabulous here ! I have a near identical necklace. Love the view of the beach, I could do with some of that ! Thank you for hosting x
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Yeah it’s pretty hard to take Laurie. I’ll be sure to posts lots more on the blog soon ?
Tiina L says
Enjoy your holiday, have fun!
Sydney Fashion Hunter says
Thanks Tina! I am enjoying a well deserved wine right now ?