Camel Classic

This is a lovely double-breasted coat from River Island. Comes up quite big, a size 8 is still quite roomy, although probably a plus really as a jumper can fit nicely underneath without feeling too restrictive. It's got fab deep pockets, always handy for that essential handkerchief or to keep the Vogue Menthols and lighter to hand, erm, not really, ahem... It's super cosy, I wore it into London the other day with just a camisole vest and leather trousers under for a shopping trip and must say I carried it most of the time as i was rather toasty! 

At £110 it's not cheap but it's a classic and versatile. Can be worn draped over the shoulders for a dressier look or with sleeves pushed up for a more casual style. Teamed with trainers or pumps it's a great daytime look 💜

 

Jeans: Next

Shoes: Boden 

Marvellous Midi 💜

Hey fellow fashion lovers. Hope you're enjoying the bright chilly autumnal weather, it's my favourite time of year, love getting wrapped up, something really chic about a gorgeous scarf wrapped around the neck and sunglasses donned! My 3yr olds are truly confused by the dark bedtimes and just as dark wake-ups, doesn't take much mind bless them 💕

So I've been snooping on the Next website recently....dangerously deceptive with their 'buy now pay later' account and the 24hr delivery service, sometimes you just NEED that dreamy item on your doorstep ASAP! Came across this gorgeous faux leather midi skirt in oxblood (also comes in blk) a snip at £38. It's buttery soft and hangs beautifully, almost fish-tail like. Love to team oxblood with a pop of colour, orange works really well as does bright pink, even if it's just in the form of a skinny belt or clutch, brightening up an autumn/winter outfit. 

Thanks for reading, would love to hear your thoughts/ideas too! 

Have a great week 💜

 

Sandals: Next

Zara cosies

❤️ a chunky, oversized knit for autumn. A great alternative to a coat and if layered up can be just as warm albeit not waterproof ☔️! If you're lucky enough to have luscious long locks then it's a fab look to leave hair tucked in then pulled up slightly, effortless chic. I, on the other hand, pile my hair into a messy top knot which also works great. For a contrast of textures team with leather trousers/leggings and bright nails/lips for a pop of colour.....

Culottes: Zara 

Thigh high boots: Next 

Shoes: Office

Heel Heaven 💜

So it's my birthday coming up and have passed up these beauties as yet another 'early birthday present!' My lovely husband has given up on my obsessive on-line buying...

Love these shoes so much I figured they warrant a post all of their own.... They're £65 from Office and come in a glossy black finish or snake effect but I much prefer the former, gives them a sassy, sexy edge. The heel is 11cm so very high but totally walkable and actually rather comfortable! So versatile can be worn with midi skirts, dresses, leather trousers, tailored trousers or my favourite dark blue skinny jeans for a mid-week night out with girlfriends.....

Goodbye summer '14

Thinking summer had gone mid-August it returned in spectacular fashion to the point of still being in shorts  (Zara) in October! 

I do however believe it has now gone and I'm quite looking forward to getting cosied up in a mix and match of different textures this a/w. I spent most of last autumn in faux fur gilets and I'm most definitely bringing 'em back out this year. On colder days I pop a leather biker under which gives a fab contrast of textures. 

Teaming with leather legs and Converse keeps it dressed down and easy daywear. 

Blk gilet: Miss.Selfridge 

Pink gilet: Zara 

Stripe top:Zara 

So after a summer of brogues, Birkenstocks and blazers I'm looking forward to an Autumn of relaxed tailoring, leather midi-skirts and long boots......💜

Knit wit

This Zara knitted coat/cardigan is another perfect autumn outerwear piece. Beautiful mint colour which works perfectly with black leather trousers/leggings or dark denim skinny jeans. In the winter could be layered with a black biker to keep super cosy 💜