Not about rugby .... the Princess Grace exhibition at Sothebys New York

Princess Grace was a beacon of chic. She is one of Chic Girl's most important role models. This wonderful exhibition in New York is on for 2 weeks in October - sigh.

My new red dress

I've just spotted a new frock to add to the Chic Rugby collection, and it's in a rather patriotic red to support France. A navy handbag and a white hat and I'll look like the tricolour!

I can't upload the image to blogger.com - instead click here to go to the Country Road website. The dress is red silk with shoulder-straps (for the determined fashionistas out there it's creatively called 'silky drape dress').

I shall in fact be wearing it to a wedding (the weekend after the RWC Final - phew!).

Here's a cute rugby-related fashion item!

Zadig et Voltaire is a very cool chain of shops in Europe. I love this rugby supporters long-sleeve tee. It is available in women's and men's. This is the back view - the front is plain with a v-neck. 65 euros - a snap!

Wonderful wellies!

I don't know about you but I don't subscribe to the notion that wellies are old ladyish. I like 'em. They keep a rugby-watching gal's toes dry.

I have a pair of Huntress navy blue wellies, purchased 10 years ago to wear to school rugby on a Saturday. My U13Es laughed at them but their mothers did not. Those boots started a trend.

Wear your wellies in winter with pride!

What to wear to show your national pride ...

Rugby Girl is another NZ company (they love their rugby in Kiwi-land) that sells rugby related clothes but this time with a girly focus. You can buy tees, tops, pants and accessories in various colourways that reflect your country's national colours.

I have the singlet and knickers in green and gold. Perfect for showing loyalty to the Aussie boys (but trying hard not to be confused with a South African supporter).

Even though I fancy Dan the man Carter, I will always wear Wallaby knickers.