Status Anxiety.

Stockist Spotlight: Lee and Me

2012-02-09T15:13:00.009+11:00

Lee and Me has long been a part of the Status family. Since opening their doors in 2008, Lee and Me has created a little community, a hub, where you can feel comfortable and inspired - leaving with a full tummy and some new threads (or leather!). We talk to Lee and Me Boutique Manager, Ryan Xuereb.

Q: What is it about Lee and Me that makes it so charming?

A major contributing factor would have be the beautiful heritage terrace that we operate out of and love to call home. It's been the inspiration for many aspects of the shop, from the interior design and merchandising to the 'heritage' collection we started several months ago....the team also shares a great passion for what we do from the food to the fashion and great coffee which I believe is the heart beat that makes Lee and Me a charming place to be.

Q: How do you select the labels that you stock in store? What are some of your favourites?

Simple. We select what we love .... and love to wear!!! You could say it's like our very own desired wardrobe. Favourite labels for me would have to be hands down Vanishing Elephant, Herschel Supply Co. and Dr Denim.

Q: What's your favourite thing about working there?

It would have to be that I get to work with the things that LOVE - from buying to merchandising, working with people sometimes it doesn't even feel like work because Ilove it so much... not to mention the great coffee and food that I get to enjoy everyday!

Q: Speaking of great food, what do we have to order off the menu?

Couple of my faves:

Vanilla hotcakes :w rhubarb and cinnamon compote, sweet ricotta maple syrup and a pistachio and pecan praline.$15

Angel Hair pasta:w charred asparagus spears, mushroom duxelle, fetta,toasted parmesan crumb and beuree noisette.$17

Fritters: sweetcorn, spinach and fetta fritters with poached eggs and relish.$15

Lee and Me can be found at 87 Crown Street, Wollongong. They are currently offering a $20 voucher for the cafe if you spend $40 or more in the boutique...hey...that's a flip wallet and then lunch is on us!

Sneak Peek: Elsa

2012-02-09T13:05:00.005+11:00

We're probably jumping the gun a little here, but I figure we can show you...you've got such trusting eyes.... wanted to introduce you to the newest member of our family...the beautiful Elsa. It's true what they say that you can't put a price tag on love, but you can on all it's accessories. Made from soft lamb leather, keep your eyes peeled, she'll be available at the end of month in four leathers. Yours for $75.

Hey Lover!

2012-02-09T09:14:00.003+11:00

Love Day is just around the corner, and to show we love you, we're offering 25% OFF whatever style your heart desires. Simply type in 'lover' at the checkout to receive your discount.

...We say ditch the red velvet chocolates and white teddy and opt for one of our delectable styles instead. All orders made by 12th February will arrive in time for February 14th. Shop online today to find your perfect match!

Stockist Spotlight: Vegas & Rose

2011-12-14T08:38:00.003+11:00

We're excited to welcome Vegas & Rose into our Status family. They are the new kids on the block, and Ballarat couldn't be luckier to have them. We recently spoke to owner Penthea about her new boutique cafe.

Q: Congratulations on opening up your café and boutique guys! What made you start this exciting venture?

A: I've worked in the hospitality industry off and on for many years and always thought I would love to try doing it for myself one day. We opened 3 weeks ago and are loving it. I've been at home for the last 4 years looking after my two little ones aged 4 1/2 and 3. Last year I opened an ETSY shop selling vintage homewares online. Plus doing vintage markets around the inner north of Melbourne. We moved to Ballarat earlier this year and decided to set up Vegas and Rose here. Cafe plus vintage homewares, gifts plus Status Anxiety = Vegas and Rose. The locals have been very welcoming.

Q: What’s your vision for the shop?

A: I'd say our vision is to keep serving up brilliant coffee. Good quality locally sourced produce. Keep the menu simple but interesting. And of course I'd love all of our customers to own at least one Status Anxiety wallet!

Q: What do we have to try from the menu?

A: Coffee Supreme of course! Roasted in Melbourne. Lucky us...we are the only cafe serving Coffe Supreme in Ballarat. yippee! Our house made cheesy spinach and feta savoury muffins seem to be a hit! Plus we make a delicious Rosewater and Pistachio cupcake { my personal favourite }

You can find Vegas & Rose at 96 Humffray Street North, Ballarat 3350.

CLASSIFIED: Cute Australian Honey Seeks Companion

2011-11-30T17:06:00.003+11:00

We're excited to welcome Nancy into our Status family. She's a beauty alright. Handmade in the Byron Bay hinterland from Australian vegetable tanned Kangaroo skin, and finished with a brass fitting sure to secure your pennies and cards on one side, and your iPhone on the other.

At $75 bones she makes the perfect Chrissy gift for your mamma or significant other yes? You can get a better look at her here.

Blog Lovin: Shine By Three

2011-11-30T16:43:00.005+11:00

With her Canon 7D by her side, it's a nice change to see the world through Sydney girl Margaret Zhang's eyes. A mix of fashion, photography and all things 'wide legged and high waisted', Margaret's blog 'Shine by Three' is one for the favourite's tab.

We were thrilled to see Miss Phoebe included in an outfit post by Margaret this week, looking lovely and lush if we do say so ourselves.

You can check out Shine By Three here and shop online for your very own clasp purse here.

Happy Fat

2011-10-26T14:14:00.010+11:00

It's been said that there is such a thing as 'bad fats' and 'happy fats'. And we are certain that our Melbourne stockist falls into the latter.

A new drop of men's and women's leather styles now available at Fat.

// Miss Evelyn the Chameleon.

2011-10-26T13:18:00.008+11:00

Like Nanna, Audrey is easy to love. Made from full grain Italian calf leather and produced using water from the European Alps { seriously }. This best selling style of the womens range is available in a new line of mottled earthy tones, including olive green and dusty pink, with colours arriving 5th November. Audrey's interior features 14 card slots, lock away zipper zone { with separate change area inside } plus additional note space. Fancy another game of Boxes and a couple of Jersey Caramel's Nan?

You can spot her in Issue 44 of Frankie magazine, or buy her online here.