It's a wrap

Spotted this gorgeous scarf/cape on the Zara website whilst I was supposed to be looking for hat/scarf for the twins....oops

It's perfect for the autumnal weather when it's too mild for a coat and too chilly to wear nothing. Can be worn several ways, as a regular scarf wrapped around the neck (it's huge so gives a real luxurious, cosy look), draped over the shoulders or as a cape. It's super warm but light enough to take off and chuck through the handles of your handbag if need be. Beautiful colours which injects a boost of colour for a black obsessive like me....and it doesn't moult which is a huge bonus! I just adore this, it's practical, chic and bang on trend....

London Fashion Week.....

If the budget doesn't allow for the above....Zara's version is a snip at £25!

Leather : Pleather

I've been a slave to leather leggings for probably the last 5 years! Brilliant alternative to skinny jeans for a night out, with heels or smart/casual with pumps for daytime. I think leather works best teamed with a softer fabric, linen T, cashmere sweater or cool cotton shirt. As far as trousers/leggings go I'm a pleather gal. There's a massive difference in price obviously but my main reason for advocating pleather on the legs is finding that genuine leather trousers sag at the knees and derrière after a few wears and therefore requires specialist dry cleaning to perk them up which is really pricey and not always successful (having had a dry cleaning disaster with my one and only pair of leather trousers...) Pleather wins hands down, they can be popped in the wash and spring back to life beautifully fresh for their next outing! 

Biker trousers: Zara

Leggings: Asos

Blazer: Next

Leather jackets on the other hand I feel need to be the real deal! You don't get the snug fit and natural vintage crinkle with pleather as it tends to be more shiny, flat and stiff. Depends on the style of jacket you want but if like me your favourite is biker then invest in the genuine stuff, it'll last you a lifetime (that's what I tell the husband anyway...!) 💜

Jacket: Whistles

Sunglasses: Rayban 

Marks and Sparks ✨

I've always been a massive fan of Marks and Spencer's for their food but have never really rated their clothing range (erm, apart from my smalls) until now.....

Discovered these gorgeous Chelsea boots on-line as I was browsing for my sons' birthday cake! Glossy finish, stylish, comfortable boot perfect for the autumn 💜

Chelsea boots: Marks and Spencer (also  

                         available in blk)

Jeans: Topshop (self-ripped)

Cami: Zara

Bag: Mulberry (Mitzy) 

Ash mash

'Ash' brand do a wonderful array of trendy footwear....gladiator sandals, wedge trainer, sneaker pumps but my favourite of all is their selection of ankle boots....the Jalouse boot is effortlessly chic with a slightly distressed finish and super comfortable. Look fabulous and current teamed with tailored shorts, T dresses, floaty maxi skirts, leather trousers....the list is endless, they're a massively versatile item in your capsule wardrobe 💜

Jalouse boots (tan): Ash

T-shirt dress: Asos

Bag: Michael Kors

Wedge boots (blue): Ash

British Brogues

Brogues have become my fave choice of flat for the upcoming autumn. A firm favourite of British beauties Sienna Miller and Pixie Lott....As mentioned in a previous post was never sure about the 'prettiness' of them but have learnt it's just about finding the right pair.... Things to look for are pointed or almond toes to keep your brogues looking feminine and a soft colour/fabric to stop them appearing harsh/clumpy 💜

Brogues: Carvela (nude) Next (silver/blk)

Jeans: Topshop (self-ripped) 

It's a question of Culottes....

Culottes? Really? Absolutely! Up until recently culottes in my mind went hand in hand with 80's puff ball skirts and conjured up images of stale school teachers with ugly shoes...Then Victoria Beckham donned a pair and culottes became cute and quirky. A brilliant alternative to leather trousers/leggings, a perfect choice for autumn/winter. Fabric of choice would have to be leather (faux or real - Whistles do a fab pair if your budget allows..) Heels are a must in my opinion and team with a simple camisole, finished off with your fave statement necklace 💜

Culottes: Zara 

Shoes: Zara 

Clutch: Whistles

September Shorts

Make the most of the beautiful weather we're having and expose the legs! The cold weather does seem to diminish choices of outfits so wear your shorts/skirts/maxis as long as you can I say! 

Ditsy culottes: New Look

Denim shorts: Next

Checked shirt: Ralph Lauren 

Bag: Mulberry (Roxanne)

Black shorts: Asos

Stripe T: H&M

Orange Bag: Michael Kors

It's a woman's world

As my 3yr old daughter says 'just like Daddas but shiny and pretty' These brogues weren't an easy buy for me, for once not due to price but more the question do I like them or loathe them...?!?!?! .......... Bought and worn many times I adore these flats ❤️ They look fab dressed up with a pair of tailored black shorts or casual with my trusty black skinnys. 

Shoes: Asos

Jeans: Topshop

Cami: Asos

Daytime chic

These skinny softies are a fab alternative to joggers. Drawstring waist to allow the choice of high rise or low slung. Teamed with a fresh white T and leather biker jacket, it's a great look for casual days/school run 💜

Trousers: Zara

T-shirt: Next

Leather Jacket: Whistles

Trainers: Converse

Prints

Love these funky animal print skinny trousers for a night out. They're quite stretchy making them super comfortable and a perfect length to give the cropped look elongating the pins (hopefully)! Oxblood shoes and clutch are a gorgeous contrast to the black/white 💜

Trousers: Zara 

Shoes: Louboutin So Kate

Clutch: Bally vintage (ebay)

Cami: Topshop 

All over the overalls

Before this recent Zara purchase the only pair of 'dungers' I've bought were for my 3yr old son! But I L❤️VE these overalls so much....The black denim works to give a more dressy feel to them and a strappy camisole underneath gives the outfit a sexy edge. Will definitely wear them with heels for a casual/midweek night out 💜

Overalls: Zara

Camisole: Zara 

Shoes: Asos 

Bag: Stella & Dot