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Making Memories | Fashion Diaries

Ten years ago I tried and failed... I look back on the memories that shaped The Wardrobe Blog, and ultimately inspired the first collection of my signature label today, Katie Marvel!

Making Memories | Fashion Diaries

How To: Evening Glamour

It’s the girl that makes the dress, not the dress that makes the girl. The key with nailing stunning evening style is to understand the five steps to creating it…

How To: Evening Glamour

Picture Perfect | The Ultimate Guide for Creators

There is nothing more satisfying than bringing your dreams to life. In this article I share how I developed my strengths and nurtured my passions to make them my profession…

Picture Perfect | The Ultimate Guide for Creators

Axolotito | Business Showcase

New Zealand designer Beebay Milan is inspired by nature with her beloved New Zealand label Axolotito. A leader in ethical fashion, she is raising awareness of endangered animals through her hand crafted, bespoke jewellery…

Axolotito | Business Showcase

Affinity Tees | Business Showcase

It all started with two friends and a dream. This Business Showcase was photographed at one of the finest artistic locations in Matakana - Morris & James Pottery and Cafe. I share with you everything I love about my affinity basics tee, how to style it, and most importantly which one is right for you!

Affinity Tees | Business Showcase

Earrings by Mrs P | Business Showcase

Earrings by Mrs P are handmade by Kiwi designer Jordan in New Zealand, and this local creator has everything sparkly you can imagine for your next special occasion!

Earrings by Mrs P | Business Showcase

The Creative Process

What is the creative process to becoming inspired, and how can it work for you? In this blog post I share with you the creative process behind this Easter photoshoot including my research, outfit, styling, makeup, and photography. I break down what the five steps of the creative process are, and how I use them plus three tips and tricks!

The Creative Process

Katie Marvel | The Wardrobe Shop

Beautiful things are the epitome of joy! The Wardrobe will soon have it’s very own shop featuring a collection of staple fashion accessories, as well as pieces I have designed and hand made here in New Zealand. I share a preview of the pieces I have created in my upcoming label ‘Katie Marvel’ ♡ 

Katie Marvel | The Wardrobe Shop

Jacqueline Anne Couture NZFW 2019

Jacqueline Anne was a standout show of New Zealand Fashion Week this year. With beautifully made, thoughtful pieces that both awe and impress she has made a name for herself as the upcoming face of couture fashion…

Jacqueline Anne Couture NZFW 2019

How To: Photograph with Flowers

A uniquely beautiful way to add vibrant colour to your photographs is to work with flowers. During the spring and summer months this is a great time of year to find the best spots, and try out these tricks!

How To: Photograph with Flowers

New Year Festival | Makeup Tutorial

Looking for a super easy festival makeup look that you can create easily on the road? This fun chunky glitter look is perfect for your next summer event in the new year!

New Year Festival | Makeup Tutorial

Maggie Marilyn NZFW 2019

My favourite show this year at New Zealand Fashion Week, was undoubtedly Maggie Marilyn’s awe-inspiring lush runway paradise at the Glasshouse in Auckland!

Maggie Marilyn NZFW 2019

A Meowy Christmas | Makeup Tutorial

I’ve put together a few of my favourite items currently on my Pusheen wishlist, along with the full makeup tutorial/pictorial of this festive 80’s Christmas look and finished photoset!

A Meowy Christmas | Makeup Tutorial

The Photo Studio | Part Two: Natural Light

What is natural light? Captured at the beautiful Hamilton Gardens this article includes: Types of natural light, some natural light photographers well worth following and learning from, and a few of the basic natural light setups with instructions. Finally, I’ll cover the dos and don’ts of working with natural light along with the most important tips and tricks…

The Photo Studio | Part Two: Natural Light

Business Showcase | Jewellsparkle

A Business Showcase featuring ‘Jewelsparkle’ by Juliet Caldwell. An independent New Zealand jewellery designer, with a talent for effortless design and a love of colour. Read on for more of this beautiful hand-made collection and style tips…

Business Showcase | Jewellsparkle

Mistakes to Mastery

Mistakes have a bad reputation in the creative industry, but despite the many myths that still persist I share this shoot documenting my experience of mistakes to mastery…

Mistakes to Mastery