Perhaps girls who slouch (i.e. yours truly) should steer clear from backless tops. The hump I’m always sporting isn’t my best feature, but for this special occasion, just to show off the ‘Portia’ top by Aussie brand August Street, I pulled those shoulders back like nobody’s business.

Talking about August Street again over here, this brand can do no wrong in my eyes. Their latest collection, ‘Transcendence’ at a glance – clean cut, sports luxe, edgy structure and unexpected forms – but everything occasion perfect, from casual weekend wear to something a bit more fancy. This backless top has the August Street brand signature all over it. Everything falls in place perfectly, and then those gorgeous pleats.

I decided to go double pleats today. This skirt is a thrift find from the Sunday markets. When I picked it up for just $3, I didn’t even bother to check that it was a reasonable adult size. But thanks to it being part of a little girl’s school uniform, it’s ridiculously short. I was ok with that. And now, to figure out how to wear it as a top.

Top: ‘Portia’ Backless Peplum Top c/o August Street (Shop August Street on Eclectic Edition)
Skirt: Thrifted girl’s uniform skirt
Shoes: Frankie Cross Strap Cleated Slider c/o Boohoo.com (also in white and silver)