Winter Woollies #1

I love a grey marl tee, I literally lived in them this summer. They just work. But as Autumn is only around the corner I'm on the look out for something a little warmer

Long Zip Back Crew Jumper

Like this pale blue marl knit from Warehouse. I really like the subtle blue hue, it makes a nice change from grey. And the zip back detail gives an otherwise average knit some interest

I'll wear it with everything from skinnies or boyfriend jeans to a trophy trouser or statement skirt

Relaxed Fit Jean from Zara

Printed Trouser from Zara

The sign of a good buy, I have already worn it, to dinner at my parent's to celebrate my sister's birthday

Perspex Necklace from Oasis, Jeans from Oasis, Shoes from Office (old)

Mx

Coat Love

Every year I buy a new coat with the promise that it's an investment, a timeless classic that will last me for years. Then come next autumn I'm saying the same thing. Already this year I have been tempted. Twice. Meet my second purchase...

Fluffy Boyfriend Coat from Topshop

I like the long line shape, it gives it a smarter edge, whilst the colour (a dark teal) and fabric (best described as a rough mohair) give it a more casual feel

What's your coat(s) of choice this year?

Mx

Falling For Fall

Like it or not Autumn is just around the corner so to make the transition a little easier I took a trip to trusty Zara (I just can't let go of the Spanish vibe just yet!)

Short Woollen Overcoat

Apparently a pink coat is the coat to have this winter, this will certainly brighten up my basics and look great with denim 

Faux Leather Bermuda Short

 I have been looking for a pair of leather shorts but never found the right fit, until now

Basic Pointy Shoes With Ankle Strap

These midi heels are pure perfection to me, they add height while still being practical

Leather Ankle Boots With Buckles

I loved these boots the moment I laid eyes on them, they're going to look great with everything

So Autumn isn't looking so bad now?

Mx

Smart Jogger

I bought these while I was still in holiday mode

Clutter Moth Woven Jogger from Topshop

They're a trouser jogger hybrid; made in a light woven fabric with the comfort of an elasticated waist and ankle. Relaxed but smart and perfect teamed with a simple tank and flats for a more laid back look

Hola!

We're back from our holiday:(

We had the best time ever, so my favourite snaps are helping fend off those holiday blues

 

My favourite holiday pieces...

Jumpsuit from River Island, Leopard Clutch from Zara, Multi Print Dress from Zara, Black Quilted Cross Body
Bag from Zara, Black Tank from Oasis, Print Skirt from Topshop, Black Heels from Zara, Yellow Print Dress
from Coast, Monochrome Heels from Dune, Printed Trousers from Warehouse, Orange Heels from River Island

Mx

Oh Oasis

Happy Monday!

The time is just whizzing by so I'm playing post catch up with last weekends antics which consisted of new hair, wedding dress shopping, dinner at Jamie's, tapas (and sangria) lunch and a trip to Westfield where I had a little splurge in Oasis

Vintage Geometric Perspex Necklace

Love a statement necklace and this one will look great with a grey tee, my new boyfriend jeans and orange heels...

Ella Slim Fit Boyfriend Jeans

Leather Court from Zara

I've been trying to find the right boyfriend fit jeans for a while now. Getting the right the balance between supposed slouchy and sloppily shapeless has been tricky. But I think these could just be the answer to my prayers

Indian Summer Dress

Basic Sandal from Zara

I saw this dress in the window and could see that it would be so versatile. In the summer I'll go bare legged with sandals and come autumn/winter I'll pop on some opaques and boots

Stripe Maxi Dress

Carla Sandal from Pieces

This holiday I want to wear a mix of heels and flats in the evenings. I think flats look great with maxi dresses, but I have struggled to find one that isn't too casual or too dressy. I think this one is just right though. Happy days :)

Hope you all had a good weekend? What did you get up to?

Mx

Hello Yellow

Matilda Dress from Coast

A pretty dress, very unlike me. But I just love it. Mainly because of the black trim, a small detail but one that makes this dress super easy to style. And the contrast with the yellow jacquard pattern just works. Btw, the yellow is brighter in reality. Also the shape is just perfect. High neck. High hemline, with the structured lantern shape keeping it all very modest

Summer holiday right there

Mx

Sale Spree

Happy Friday!

I have succumbed to the sales, John Lewis and Zara to be precise

I couldn't wait to get into a Zara store so I decided to pick up some things that I've had my eye on, and that didn't need trying on

Quilted Messenger Bag With Pocket

I do love an oversized clutch but I thought I'd try out a little cross body bag for a change

Combined Court Shoe

I thought these heels would look fab teamed with a boyfriend jean, white tee and statement necklace (here)

Quilted Messenger With Pocket

I just loved the colour of this bag and thought it wouldn't add a pop of colour to a more muted outfit

Have you been sale shopping yet? What's your best buy?

I'm really looking forward to the weekend. We're cooking dinner for Andy's sister and brother in law tonight where I predict copious amounts of prosecco will be consumed. Tomorrow we are going to Taste of London in Hyde Park, yum. So needless to say Sunday will be spent pounding the pavements after our food fest weekend!

What are your plans for the weekend?

Mx

Cool Coat

This weather is just too damn all over the place at the moment so it got me thinking that I need summer coat in my life

Heidi Stripe Summer Coat from Monsoon

I saw this one in Monsoon and whilst it is very nice, it didn't quite tick all the boxes for me. I love a collar which it is obviously lacking. And although it has been reduced it's still on the slightly expensive side for my liking, considering (hoping) that I shouldn't actually need to wear it everyday

Stripe Biker Coat from Warehouse

I love a breton stripe so I was really hopeful when I spotted this coat. And then I tried it on. Not a good look on me, far too boxy on the shoulders . But if it's your thing it's half price right now 

Textured Swing Coat from Topshop

I really liked this soft mint coat but it was sold out in my size, but hopefully I'll get lucky on ebay

Floral Coat from ASOS

Then I saw the lovely Ms Flack in this little number. Summer (in a) coat literally. It's half the price of the Monsoon coat, yay. Avec collar, double yay. And for me is a more versatile print, anything that works with black is always a winner

How are you keeping warm but looking cool this summer?

Mx

Blooming Blazer

As soon as I saw this blazer I knew it would look fab teamed with a simple tee and mid wash boyfriend jeans with turn ups

Cropped Printed Blazer

For a casual look I'll wear a cute pair of flats

Flat Sandals With Straps from Zara

Mardisling from Dune

Or jazz it up with some metallic pumps

Metallic Ballerina from Zara

Hope you all had a lovely bank holiday?

Mx

Botanical Beauty

I first spotted this dress on the lovely Anneli (here) so when I was in Zara I decided to check it out for myself

This dress falls in the throw on and your good to go department which takes all the stress out of holiday packing so I couldn't resist

Printed Shift Dress

Happy Friday everyone

Mx

Atomic Tangerine

I got this fluro orange dress at the weekend to wear on our upcoming holiday

Crepe Tee Shift Dress from Topshop

It will look great with this necklace which I've been wearing recently with my red tee (here)

Shard Necklace from Topshop

I love the black zip pull detail on the back so I'll wear simple black heels to pull it altogether

Basic Sandal With Ankle Strap from Zara

Are you braving brights this summer?

Mx

Floral Frenzy

I bought this top from Zara last week and love the simple shape with the statement print

I'll clash it with another statement piece, love this necklace from Topshop

And keep the rest simple, my faithful black coated skinnies, favourite heels and new clutch

Hope you all had a good weekend?

Mx

Sandy Toes & Salty Kisses

Summer is definitely my favourite time of year

Sun kissed skin, pretty shoes and barbecues are the little things that make me smile but it's got to be the feel good factor that sweeps the nation and the holiday buzz that I love the most

Last year I moved into my flat so I didn't have the time, inclination or readies to go away but this summer I'm back on that jet plane. Yep, me and the Mr have booked a holiday and I'm super excited to get some quality time away with my beloved. And of course I'm already thinking about my holiday wardrobe, starting with beach attire...

Acid Mari Tote from Accessorize

This bold tote will double up as my flight/beach bag, it's roomy enough to stash all of my essentials and the colour is perfect for poolside

Kindle Cover by Diane Von Furstenberg

I do love a good book but you just can't beat a Kindle when travelling. I bought this super stylish cover for my Kindle a few years ago, love the hot pink inside

Ray Ban Cats 5000 from Sunglass Hut

I normally buy a new pair of sunglasses every year but I bought these last year and love them so  they'll be adorning my face again this summer

Bandeau Bikini from Melissa Odabash

This bikini is rather darn expensive but I have to say it is the only bikini that I really feel comfortable in, which is quite important when you're wearing next to nothing in public! It's super soft, extremely flattering and washes up like new so over the years I have stocked up on different colours, and this year I am deliberating over a yellow diamond print or a breton stripe

Dip Dye Sundress from Topshop, Fringed Kaftan from Topshop (old),
Dip Hem Tunic from Matalan, Fringed Sandals from New Look

When it comes to cover ups I don't like to over think things, these three pieces are easy to throw on and give that laid back look that I like

Paper Straw Trilby from Accessorize (old)

And I'll top it all off with a trilby for when I haven't quite nailed the coveted beach hair look

What's your top beach beauty tips?

Mx