Moments | Setting Sun

M wears: Top by Bobo Choses / Skirt by Bonds / Sandals by Pom d'Api / Tote bag by Bobo Choses. D wears: Top by molo / Jeans by molo / Shoes by Converse / Beanie by Neff.

School holiday meant longer days, and less rules. There was time to do more things like having ice cream and walks just before the sun was setting. Exploring and not worrying about time is truly what you need sometimes, and this was one of those evenings. 

Moments | Holiday Details

D wears: Zip up Jacket by Munsterkids / Jeans by I Dig Denim / Longsleeve by Zara Boys / Backpack by Herschel.  M wears: Wild Horses Dress by Petitbo / Cardigan by H&M / Leggings by Scotch R'Belle / Backpack by Munsterkids / Sandals by Pom D'Api

We have been lucky with the weather this holiday. It started off with a couple of sunny and warm days, and the bikes could come out and be taken on long rides. Backpacks were packed with snacks and lunch and we could sit on the soft dunes and look over Melbourne City in the distance. I love this time when the tide is out and you can practically roll up your pants and walk out and cool off your feet after a long bike ride. Here are some detail photos from my view that day...

Love That Outfit | Summer Girl

As Autumn is settling in here with a week of rain on the forecast I am longing for summer instead by looking at sweet summer outfits. I created this one thinking of warm summer days, eating ice cream in the shade.

1. Leah Pansy Shorts by Soft Gallery / 2. Lili Strawberry Tee by Soft Gallery / 3. Fade skateboard by Penny / 4. Balloons tattoos by Tattyoo /  5. XO sunglasses by Sons + Daughters / 6. Sandals by Pom d'Api.

Brand Watch | Pom d'Api SS14

Popular French shoe label Pom d'Api has put a serious push for Spring over in Europe. Exotic prints, iridescent leathers, pastel or metallic varnishes give the right touch of character to sandals and plagettes.

We got a pair of summer sandals from Pom d'Api in the beginning of the summer and they have been the best summer shoes my girl have had. There is so much quality and craft going down into these shoes that even 2 months on, the sandals are still looking new after numerous adventures on playgrounds, beaches and holidays.

This spring/summer colours are: Emerald green, royal blue, deep orange and natural colours. Together they make up the palette of grained leathers that softly dress the timeless models of the brand.

for a full retailer list and to find out where you can find your closest Pom d'Api shop, visit:

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Moments | Urban Love

M wears: Top by Bobo Choses / Skirt by Molo / Leggings by FREE / Sandals by Pom D'Api. D wears: Tee by Heart & Guts / Pants by Molo / Shoes by Natives.

Some urban moments from the weekend.  A trip to the comic shop (M has developed a big love for comic books ) Comics 'R' Us was on the agenda. She bought 3 new comics, 2 Adventure Time comics and 1 My Little Pony comic, that she of course had to start reading as soon as we sat down. After our feet got tired after window watching and simply taking in the urban views, we stopped at Hooked for some much needed lunch. We all munched on seafood and I got to try a beer with a confusing name.

D had been in his money box to buy some lollies on the way home, so it was very important to count just exactly how much money he had. I think his appetite was a bit bigger than his wallet because he of course thought he could pretty much buy the whole lolly shop, but came out with a single chocolate bar and was still happy (thankfully). There is something magical with just window watching, the kids looked at everything, taking in the different people and the sights and sounds. We saw a hairdresser shop with skateboards hung up all over the walls and the hairdressers had colourful short hair. D decided he wanted his hair cut there the next time (realising he might need one after seeing these photos).

There are always street art to look at here, next to a little cafe called Tyranny of Distance - Cafe and Lubritorium (I know!! amazing coffee to boot!) we found a little alley called Artist Lane which had artworks all over the walls. Kids had fun checking it out and it was sort of behind the hustle and bustle so we were pretty much alone checking it out. Love these forms of outdoor "galleries" and it was a great ending to our little urban weekend.

Moments | City Visit Part II

After the visit at the National Gallery we went down to the South Yarra river for a play on the Art Playground of Birrarung Mar. The kids explored the slides, climbing pyramids and all the other fun play equipment they have there. Its such a nice playground not too far from the banks of the South Yarra river. After an hour of play we finally got the kids of the playground in the form of a ice-cream promise. We walked up the steps to Federation Square and relaxed in the sun chairs there, while the kids munched on ice-cream and the adults had a coffee break.

The Federation Square is famous for its architectural uniqueness. Materials like stone, glass, metal is mixed in one big geometrical tribute, and it stands out in the middle of older more classic buildings like the yellow Flinders Station. We love to visit the ACMI building which is the Australian Centre for the Moving Image. They always have great little movie gems showing, or some interesting exhibition to explore. They also have a little store with some great finds, like art books or rare movies.

After we had a break in the sun everybody started to get a bit dozy so we decided to take the kids to Hosier Lane. A street filled with some amazing street art and great cafes. This was truly the best way to experience art for the kids. Nobody telling you "don't touch" or sigh when you wanted to do a big jump. It was such a great way to finish our day in the city and we definitely have to come back soon with the kids and do some more exploring!

Moments | City Visit - Part I

M wears: Top by Bobo Choses / Skirt by Mango Kids / Leggings by Småfolk / Sandals by Pom D'Api. D wears: Top by TUSS / Jeans by I Dig Denim / Cap by CTH mini / Shoes by Converse.

Since it was a long weekend last week we decided to do something that we don't get to do much, visit the city. Normally when we are all in the car in the morning rush shipping kids off to school, kinder and work for the parents we always talk about how nice it would be to drive by it all and just do something together, so this day we decided to do just that since it was a Monday, but we were all having a day off. Last time we visited the National Art Gallery, M was a baby. Back then it wasn't too easy because she had just started to walk and she wanted to go everywhere and touch everything. This time around we thought it would be an easy and interesting thing to do with the kids.

As it turned out 7 is a perfect age to walk around and watch amazing art works from around the world, but 4 is another story. D was super interested, but also had put in the 5th gear and wanted to run around and yes.. touch all the crazy modern art works (of course). Turns out you still see with your fingers at age 4. But all though a few... ((( don't touch ))) echoed in the art gallery, it was still a fun experience and it was neat to show the kids some of the most famous painters like Picasso, Dalí etc. M thought Picasso was fun and she liked how he painted things, although the "ladies in the paintings didn't look like they had a good time ". Since we had paid an all day parking ticket we decided to head out into the city after the gallery tour and explore all the amazing things Melbourne city has to offer. Melbourne is packed with exciting sculptures and interesting buildings, so everything pretty much turns into a big playground. The kids didn't waste anytime and went straight into climbing everything they could find. These are the days you realize just how much things there is to do with kids in Melbourne if you just take the time to park the car a bit closer to the city and just wander around.

To be continued tomorrow...