Latest Archives – The Dressed Fork

Early Motherhood In The Age Of Coronavirus

Posted on April 5, 2020April 5, 2020 by thedressedfork

My life has combusted twice in the past eight months. Two entirely different explosions – one long planned for, the other terrifyingly unexpected. The first, five years in the making. The second, ripping through the globe hour by hour. You ... Continue Reading

Tell Me Everything: Interview With Kate Miller-Heidke

Posted on May 1, 2018May 5, 2018 by thedressedfork

There’s talent, and then there’s Australian singer-songwriter and alt-pop sensation Kate Miller-Heidke. A classically-trained musician with some of the best pipes in the business, Kate’s gathered a slew of awards during her multi-platinum career. She’s also a stellar human being ... Continue Reading

The Glamorous Melbourne Restaurant You Need To Visit Now

Posted on April 22, 2018April 22, 2018 by thedressedfork

What do you get when you cross sublime Italian cuisine with a magnificent wine list and one of the most majestic dining rooms in all of Melbourne? Why Neil Perry’s restaurant Rosetta, of course – a welcome addition to Crown ... Continue Reading

How To Spend 8 Perfect Hours On The Mornington Peninsula

Posted on April 8, 2018April 13, 2018 by thedressedfork

Armed with a tank full of petrol and a hankering for exceptional food and wine, K and I hit the Mornington Peninsula yesterday. This ridiculously picturesque corner of the globe has some of the best eating and drinking to be ... Continue Reading

Restaurant Dining Cheat Sheet: How To Have a Great Meal Every Time

Posted on January 4, 2018 by thedressedfork

Happy 2018! We’re four days into the new year, which to my mind means only one thing: there’s another 361 opportunities to experience soul-stirring restaurant dining. I view eating out much as I do gambling – I’m in it for ... Continue Reading

Op Shopping 101: How To Strike Gold Every Time

Posted on December 18, 2017 by thedressedfork

Call it what you will: op or thrift store shopping is a brilliant way to inject your wardrobe with gorgeous unique pieces at bargain prices. Op shopping lured me in as a teenager with its promise of affordable treasure, and ... Continue Reading

How To Transform A Day Dress For Evening

Posted on December 3, 2017December 6, 2017 by thedressedfork

A quirky floral dress that works equally well for day or night, is irrefutably on-trend, and that clocks in at under $30? You had me at hello. Throw in daring thigh-high splits, a comfy elasticised waist, and a retro 70s vibe ... Continue Reading

How To Travel in Comfort and Style: A Practical Guide

Posted on August 13, 2017August 14, 2017 by thedressedfork

There’s nothing like the prospect of an overseas trip to send joy coursing through my soul. I derive immense pleasure from planning a holiday in the greatest detail: the restaurants we will visit, the food markets we will pore over, ... Continue Reading

3 Statement Accessories You Need To Invest In Now

Posted on July 30, 2017July 31, 2017 by thedressedfork

I firmly believe that not all accessories were created equal. From amid the tangle of jewellery and clutches and scarves strewn across my bedroom (my usually ordered wardrobe has descended into inelegant clumps as my PhD heats up), there are ... Continue Reading

Brights 101: How To Inject Colour into Your Wardrobe In 3 Easy Steps

Posted on July 2, 2017 by thedressedfork

I’ve been a fan of exuberant, colourful dressing for as long as I can remember. As a Queensland gal and dedicated sun worshipper, nothing lifts my spirits faster than a splash of emerald or cobalt or zingy orange. A zillion ... Continue Reading