Weekend Chill.

There is nothing like the sound of St Pauls bells on a crisp Sunday morning. After staying in the city for a quick indulgent city break, Kieran and I took to the east London Streets to enjoy the sun. Even if it did come with ice cold gale winds. Not taking any chances with the cold I went the whole 9 yards and just piled on those layers. I think I did a good job of remaining stylish, I wore cashmere fur lined cape as a scarf, because a regular scarf just wouldn't do and I didn't want to wear the cape under my jacket as it just makes me look fat. Wearing oversized capes as scarves is s good way to get a new fresh look and add an extra layer of warmth. I also wore my vintage fur hat for £40 second hand this is one of the best items I have brought, from Canada to Ireland to the UK this hat has kept me warm through so many winters. Both items were purchased from iconic London markets, the cape from portobello and the hat from a vintage shop in Camden market which sells a range of 2nd hand fur.

Ootd Throw Back Thursday

3 weeks into the new year and two of those weeks have been spent wrapped up in bed fighting off the plague. I had such better plans for 2015. The first day I recovered enough to don heels you know what I did ? Hobbled my ass down to Zara to see the last of those sales. I picked myself up this jacket for £49.99 and the necklace for £7.99. Here is a tip for sales - to avoid going nuts buying things you don't really want or need - always remember you will never regret a coat- it can be accessorised several different ways and can easily dress up a plain outfit. 

Today I headed to shoreditch to prove just that dressed, as my friend on Instagram Pointed out,  like a pilgrim - perhaps it's because I felt like a survivor :)  

Loves and Finds: Crop Bustier from H and M

                    

Who says lingerie is just for wearing underneath?  I came across this crop bustier from H&M and thought it was just to beautiful to conceal!

Great with a high waisted skirt, jeans or trousers, this crop supports the boobs and dramatises an hour glass shape, whilst offering killer support.

I got mine from H&M who have some great bustiers for really reasonable prices. Check in store or see my favourites below.

Lace Bustier, £14.99

For those with a smaller chest, this is perfect. Also comes in white and nude!

Non wire, lace bustier £12.99

Sequined Bustier £12.99

Coast SS15 Preview.

If you know me at all you will know that I am a huge fan of Coast. Statement drama pieces that transform an ordinary city stroll show stopping extravaganza- what's not to love? Far from the occasional bridal wear indulgence, Coast offers statement pieces which transform the everyday ordinary outfit to outstanding. I have been campaigning for women to use some imagination, embrace their fabulosity and bring high drama items from Coast into their everyday lives for a while now. Go nuts! SS15 sees, statement singles, that can be worn together or alone, accessorised with a t-shirt or dressed up with diamonds, the combinations are as endless as they are fearless.

Think Carrie Bradshaw, from Sex In The City, never the wallflower, she was known for her high drama extravagant pieces, styled with flair. Who says you need an occasion to be fabulous?

SS15 Coast collection:

Simple Lux.

Simple Lux enjoys soft pastels, pretty pinks, bashful blues and complimenting creams, occasionally embellished with gemstone details, luxurious lace and shimmering sparkles. Despite all this the collection still manages to be refreshingly light, this part of the collection sees understated easy elegance personified with unique pieces, which stand out on their own whilst simultaniously possessing an elegant subtlety that enables them to be worn together with other items in the collection without clash.

Look 01 Artemis Waterfall Coat, Bliss Top, Paoma Trousers  |  Look 2 Bow Back Dress

New Romance

Takes a modern approach to classic sophistication. A lined printed skirts are paired with lacy bomber jackets for a remix of a classic love story. As well as some great dresses, this section of the collection offers brilliant statement singles that can be dressed up or down to match your mood or personal style.

Nolita Coat, Molly Dress

60's Mono

Power dressing takes a new form with 60's silhouettes, bold lines and a confident monochrome palette.


Luminous Blooms.

Here is where you can really inject some life into your SS15 wardrobe with vibrant modern prints on statement pieces.

Bliss Top, Hyper Bloom Skirt

Modern Muse,
Last but not least, Coast presents Modern Muse, a collection which is a celebration classic of femininity, elegance and charm. Vintage glamour is revisited to create iconic looks which encourages every woman to swap flats for glass slippers, and play the leading lady (if only for a day).

#OOTD Get the Look Chelsea Casuals

Sometimes I just like to surround myself with pretty things and force myself on a walk. No where ticks those boxes more than Chelsea. With ridiculous transport links to the rest of London, it is pleasantly secluded, and forces one to walk in order to enjoy. Up for the challenge my main chick Princess-Anna-Anastasia and I headed Sloane Square for a walk down Kings Road. The the road was dressed in its Christmas best, sparkly, glistening and charming. Sometimes its a good idea to surround yourself in beauty. So pick up a coffee, grab an old friend & get lost in a new part of town. See how to get the look below.

Boots: ALDO, Jacket and Scarf Zara, Bag, River Island, Henley, H&M

Get The look:

Woollen Blazer, Zara- £69.99
Jeans, Jack Wills, £49.50
Boots Dune, £149
Accessorize Scarf: £25
H&M Basics Top
Satchel Friends of Leather, £65

Loves & Finds : Zara Duffle Coat

Perusing the aisles of Zara as I am known to do I came across this gorgeous Duffel coat with over sized fur trimmed hood.  I fell in love and had to share.  There is nothing like the embrace of fur around your face, and the comfort & security an oversized hood brings. I am really impressed with the quality of faux fur these days, gone are the days of rough rat tailed trimmings, now faux fur presents it self as a real fashionistas alternative to animal fur. 

Below is the link to buy x

Zara, Duffle coat £159.99

#OOTD 20s style for your 20s

I have been feeling classic lately, it all started after watching Downton Abbey this Sunday, when Elizabeth got a 20's hair cut and became a 'new woman'. The episode had me pining for a 20's beauty look, and a quick fix for the fringe (bangs) I cut which I am now sorely regretting. The solution? Pin the hair back in a mock pin curl. More on the beauty side of the look later- the point is, that the hair sparked my decision to keep the theme & so I went for a complimenting simplistic 20's look with this H&M fur collar coat and mustard shift dress from Cos. Paired with ankle socks and we have a contemporary take on a classic look.

The dress I got from Cos, last season, but the great news is they have this very similar shift dress- most importantly in Mustard, which is basically the most important part, as the contrast in the black and yellow is what makes this look pop. The coat is in H&M, this season and in stock and was made from recycled wool from their renewable fashion range. How it works is you bring in your old clothes, and get £5.00 off your next purchase, and they recycle the material to make keep the fashion circle going. It is brilliant to see a brand being responsible, and being given £5.00 to get rid of unwanted clothes isn't too bad either. What is the best part is this is a wool coat, for £59.00! Thats a bargain!

Cos Dress
H&M Coat

#AW14Trend Retro Revival Splurge vs Save

Yesterday I blogged about the Retro Revival AW14 Trend that has taken the design houses by storm, featuring Alexander Mc Queens contribution to the retro revolution, a beautiful ribbon cuffed dress.

However the best revolutions are shared and this Save vs Splurge piece is for all. Highstreet vs Designer- whatever your budget, look fabulois. 

Splurge:

Gucci Dress, Matches.com - £2,390

Alexander McQueen Bag, Matches.com £1,195

Gianvito Marble Suede Boots, Matches.com £680

Thomas Sabo Rebel at Heart bracelet, Thomas Sabo £275

Save:

Glitter Funnel Neck Shift Dress, Asos £90.00
Hydro Heel Sandals, Asos £50
As if Clutch, Missguided, £17.99
Sunglasses, Zara £19.99

Spulrge:

Balenciaga Coat, MatchesFashion.com £4,750
Valentino Dress, MatchesFashion.com £2,175
YAZI Macaroon Coco Clutch, Wolf & Badger, $249
Boots, Paul Andrew, MatchesFashion.com, £625

Save:

Dress, ASOS £35.00
Printed Bomber Jacket, Zara, £45.99
Deva Sequin Clutch Missguided, £27.99
Boots, Dune £115

More Retro Dresses from ASOS:

Kriss Soonik 5th Anniversary Party

Last night on the 5th of November as fire works exploded over the city, contemporary lingerie brand Kriss Soonik celebrated their 5th Anniversary against the sparkling back drop of the London Skyline.

The event, hosted on the 7th floor rooftop of the Ace Hotel East London, saw the industry gather together to recognise the brand which in just 5 years has made undoubtable contribution to both the world of fashion and lingerie. Kriss Soonik is loved for their versatile, rebellious and sexy statement pieces which weave seamlessly into a city fashionistas ootd.

Creation of British designer Kriss Soonik, the brand has now become a worldwide sensation for international daring it-girls and fashion influencers has been featured on Mishca Barton, Bond girl Berenice Marlohe and photographed by Rankin. 

The brand truly connects lingerie to everyday, giving each woman a sexy secret to feel good about on a daily basis. A personal favourite of mine are the suspender tops. Business up top, party down below. 

See my favourite picks:

To shop Kriss Soonkik, visit

www.Kriss-Soonik.com

Kristel Suspender Top Black

Kristiina Reversible Suspender Top Burgundy

Kristiina Reversible Suspender Top Grey 

My favourite, Lotta Suspender top

#OOTD Sunday Showers

Yesterday was rainy, wet, cold and gross, but I was determined to brave it anyway- but not alone. I sought comfort from my wardrobe, and it answered. For my hair, which I was not in the mood to fuss with, I wore this wide brimmed wool hat ( I am telling you they are a Godsend for bad hair days). The hat also worked in lieu of an umbrella- so all around win win.

For the jacket I chose my oversized grey woollen jacket with large lapels for a cool, laid back yet tailored look. Next a fluffy black jumper and black skinnys, finished off with aubergine ankle boots with a cool cow hair effect. I love them. They are from Clarks too so they are all day walk around comfy. Accessories, kept simple with silver earring and chain & necklace from Accessorize.

The best things to invest in this winter, are a few decent statement coats, and a few statement hats. Once you have these, you can smugly hide under your fashionable shield, get dressed quickly and just look ace.

Hat H&M, £14.99
Coat, Zara £29.99
Jumper, H&M £14.99
Jeans Dorothy Perkins, £19.99
Shoes Clarks- Aprox £49.99

#OOTD Get the Look: Rainy Days in Chelsea

Off to see my number one girl Anna in Holland Park today and decided to give it a Notting Hill school girls twist. I am really loving long socks for autumn... it's a way to wear a summer dress out of season, show a little leg and keep it toasty.

So lets get to it, how to get the look.

Dress, H&M £14.00
Scarf Zara, £15.99
Over The Knee Socks H&M £3.99
Boots Dune, £92.00
Leather Jacket, £190
Glasses, Specsavers, £25.00

#OOTD Stay Warm, Look Wonderful: Comfy Winter Cheats

Yesterday was a beautifully crisp Monday, after deciding that my cold had got all the rest time it deserved, I forced my self to venture outside. Obviously, seeing as I was barely fit for the land of the living, I wanted to be as comfortable (and warm) as possible, and so sought alternative ways to inject some glamour into my outfit.

The Look.

Embracing colour is a great way to look fabulous and stay warm.

Whilst colour popping is great, in order to keep it chic, it is essential to use complimenting colours in a subtle, non brash way. 

I decided to embrace the seasons trending colours by infusing my outfit with berry reds- beautiful yet understated, this colour can appear multiple times in your look without making you look overdone.

I opted for a berry coloured jumper I got from Zara, Loafers that I got from a second hand shop and a vintage fur hat that I got at a second hand shop. To tie it all in, I chose a berry coloured lipstick called Dare by Sleek. See how to get the look below.

Get the Look

Shoes:

Stroke of luck- whilst I did not get my shoes this year, or from Zara, it is amazing that Zara happen to have THE EXACT SAME ONES in stock now (lucky you) ! This season it is all about stylish flats- save your feet some trouble and go get yours!

Moccasin Decorative Band Shoes Zara, £49.99

Jumper

My jumper was from Zara last season, so here is an exciting alternative from ASOS. The collar is detachable. It really does not get more comfy than this

Asos Jumper with detachable fur collar: £42.00

Jeans.

These jeans are so comfy and well fitting. Hollister is great for comfy denim, that keeps its shape. What is even better news, is that all their denim is on sale for £39. Stock up on yours now (I did!)

Hollister Bryden Skinny Jeans £39

With fur, I only buy vintage or second hand as it is pointless getting new fur. If you would like a hat like this  it is best to buy from a vintage shop, as they have plenty great ones and it avoids more animals needlessly dying.

see this link for some great vintage fur hats Click Here

Lips.

What pulls it all together. Sleeks wonderful Dare lipstick. Available at SuperDrug or online:

Sleek Dare Lipstick £4.99

All my pictures were taken by the Gorgeous Anna, see us below! Check out her blog at http://princess-anna-anastasia.tumblr.com/