Monday, 2 February 2015

Blanket wrap casually styled with jeans and a blouse

 My first post with my new lighter hair..
So long black hair, it was swell! But as they say; A change is as good as a rest, and the mood struck to finally do something about it. It's still darker than where i want to be colour wise, but its a good starting point for moving in to lighter shades.. Yay for change! I'm planning a full hair post for later this week, so keep an eye out for that if you're wondering about hair lightening!
So this weekend has been blissful, no work for me and lots of cuddles  with Neo and puppy Cassy, plenty of reading, way to much eating and lolling about, it was lovely (of course along with the obligatory, washing, ironing and general boring stuff).
As for outfits? Well it was casual all the way of course.. uggs were on and pj's mostly, but when clothes for called for i opted for simple, drapey and comfy. Perfect for returning this bum back to the sofa and wrapping up in a blanket. I think its just amazing that you can legitimately wear a blanket out and call it an outfit. Ladies fashion has come on leaps and bounds in regards to comfort hasn't it. Joggers are now fully accepted forms of day-wear and can even look super smart, trainers now look uber cool styled with smart trousers and blankets are now perfect for outerwear!
Don't you just love how fashion progresses.  Being a woman can sometimes be hard work (lord don't i know it!!) But sometimes i feel exceptionally proud and pleased to be a woman... yes i got all that from joggers and blanket wraps.. amazing what some r&r can do to a girls thoughts ;)

Is there a comfy trend that you have absolutely love?












Blanket Wrap & Blouse: New Look
Hat: Primark
Boots: c/o Duo Boots
Bag & Necklace: Yosa



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Monday, 19 January 2015

Classic Camel and Black Outfit


 This is one of those everyday outfits that gets worn a lot! I'm besotted with the contrast between camel and black, and since buying this coat it seems to be an outfit that i reach for a lot!
Smart-casual outfits are high on my agenda of late. It's super cold here in Wales at the moment (hello -3 degrees celcius!) so comfy knits and thick jeans are all i can think of right now. I've been reading my weekly deluge of magazines and i have to admit i started to get a little bit excited for spring! The thought of not layering up so heavily became slightly appealing. I miss my light blazers and chiffon tops.
But having said that i do still love dressing for winter, i still love boots and layers and knitwear and coat, man do i love coats! Good job really, with it being a long ol' winter here in the UK!
So back to the outfit today, my be-loved black coated skinny jeans, teamed up with some camel on camel with the sweater and the coat. All finished off with a Yosa scarf, a camel hat and my favourite ankle duo boots.
I like to complete an easy look like this with red nails and red lips to take it from super casual to a little more chic. I find make-up can really make a big difference in a subtle way.

Are you looking forward to spring? Or are you relishing in the winter-goodness for a while longer?

And have you tried black and camel together? It really is one of my favourites!











 Coat: F&F
Sweater: Matalan
Dark Autumn Leaves scarf & Earrings(coming soon): Yosa
Boots: Duo Boots
Bag & Jeans: New Look
Hat: Primark


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