So, I have this dress that I've purchased for one of my Christmas parties and I am having shoe issues. I've searched high and low, scouring the shelves of every shop, department store and online boutique and I can't find anything. How is this possible? I know I'm beyond fussy but it's getting ridiculous! Then, like a flash of shiny light, I spotted these beauties. Of course they're on my favourite online store Net-a-Porter (UK based) and of course they're Christian Louboutin and of course they're simply gorgeous. Of course they have a rather hefty price tag, but after all it's Christmas, and I'm hoping Santa makes a quick delivery of these to David Jones. In one of my moments I could easily be pursuaded!

Christian Louboutin Straratata 140 Glitter Sandals £695

One of the best parts of my job is working with incredibly inspiring designers, stylists and artists in creating our stories. This issue I was fortunate enough to collaborate with the wonderful Shannon Fricke for our Gift Registry story. Shannon is well known from the Lifestyle Channel's Home program and her regular columns in the fabulous Inside Out magazine. I've long admired her relaxed and honest style of decorating - it seems very comfortable and unassuming.

A gift registry is a fabulous opportunity to set up your house with all the bits and pieces that will make it your home but knowing which pieces to choose can be difficult. With this in mind we asked Shannon to give us a glimpse into her personal style, guiding us in what she sees as important when decorating a home.

The opening page to our story with Shannon Fricke.

I'm sure you will find this story helpful and interesting, especially if you're struggling to find your own sense of style. If you'd like even more inspiration, Shannon's books are available nationally at all good bookstores - they are a wonderful source of reference.

Party season has well and truly arrived and I'm always on the lookout for THE party dress. Obviously you're going to need more than one dress as I'm sure you'll attend more than one fabulous party but I reckon if you got your hands on this little number you'd wear it to every single one. I know I would. Simply divine! Temperley London Mini Agnelli studded dress £708 www.temperleylondon.com or buy online at www.net-a-porter.com.


Mini Agnelli studded dress £708

If you live in Adelaide and are a Lisa Ho fan like myself you'll be excited to hear she's opened shop on the hottest strip, Rundle St. The luxe store is brimming with beautiful pieces from her new collections and will have fashion lovers give their credit cards a much needed workout. Make sure you pop in and have a peek at shop A, 257 Rundle Street, Adelaide or visit www.lisaho.com.


Full length feathered gown


Satin organza dress


Marble print dress


Velvet dress with jewel shoulders
Anton Heunis and Rodrigo Otazu jewellery, stocked exclusively at Lisa Ho