Cosy Knitwear and Comfy Jeans

Happy 1st November lovelies!
It has finally dropped temps here in Wales meaning i am completely drawn to knitwear like a moth to a flame.
My shopping habits with Knitwear haven't always been healthy as i have been known to have one to many flings with one to many knits. I have been a knitwear hussy.
I have given so many jumpers and cardigans away to charity and theres still a load in my loft as i usually bore very very easily of them. I'm not entirely sure why🤔.
But after my month long shopping ban was lifted and the temperatures dropped around the same time, i knew it would be wise to buy a couple of new jumpers, and it would have to be something i loved for me to not have just a one night stand with it. So shopping i went. And jumpers i found. One being this one today.. and i'm pleased to say, it is most definitely knitwear love.

Here's todays outfit in full

The Coat

The coat is possibly one of my favourite (Top 3 at least) and is from La Redoute earlier this year, think it was back in January or February when i honestly thought i wasn't going to get much wear out of it that side of Spring. Turns out i did and it also turns out i'm still besotted with it 6 months on. My husband is not a big fan (in his words, "It does nothing for you" .. What does he know right?!) but that kind of makes me love it all the more. This coat is a slouchy relaxed style that makes it sublimely comfortable and accommodates chunky knitwear easily underneath it without making me feel like the circulation to my arms is being cut off. Its also like a giant cuddle. Whats not to love right? Its also a divine emerald green colour.

This year they have one in pine green that looks lovely and comfy too: Check that new version out 

-here-

The Sweater

So knowing that i've previously been a knitwear hussy i took to my shopping with a more sensible head and took in to consideration what i needed and only picked up things i love love loved.

This sweater by Next was on my lust list since September. When #NoSpendOctober was in affect it was still on my mind and on the odd occasion i went in to next (for research purposes) i saw this hanging there and still really wanted it. Four weeks on i still loved it and therefore thought it would make sense to buy it, as the fact i still wanted it and it wasn't a passing whim, was a very good sign indeed.

And i have to say, i love it, i really do.  You know me, give me a stripe and i'm a happy girl, so blocks of colour in these glorious shades was definitely a winner for me.

I love that it has multiple colours as it means i will be able to remix it well with other trousers and jeans, and this of course, makes me super happy.

I also feel nice when i wear it, which doesn't happen often with knitwear., but this makes me smile.

The funnel neck is also flattering too and i love that it is comfy, i find high neck/turtle neck/ roll necks a little restricting sometimes, but this is just right.

-Shop the jumper here-

 The Jeans

The jeans are also a new purchase after my no spend month. I soon realised that i didn't like a great deal of my jeans. With a bit (ok a lot) of weight gain over the past 6 months and the sudden dislike on my behalf of super skinny jeans, i knew i wanted something comfy and looser fitting as i honestly find the skinny style just doesn't suit my pear shape anymore.

-These Grey Straight leg jeans- again from next, grabbed my attention as i was flitting past them one day. They were the only pair on the rail and they were in my size. They looked like a nice loose fit and they were a great light grey.. I picked them up and was shocked at how soft the denim was, it felt like they had been worn the perfect amount to make them in to those perfect jeans that are like old friends.

Needless to say they came home me and i've barely wanted to remove them from my legs.

Hello new favourite jeans!!

 Finishing Touches

I finished the look with my trusty comfy Gucci dupe loafers which were such a great buy as i wear them allll the time. My -tassel earrings- are from zalando and bring a nice berry colour to the look.

The bag is my Michael Kors, which after a year of not using, i've fallen back in love with and can't stop using it. Its just the perfect size for throwing no end of stuff in to.

And -the belt-, well another Gucci inspired High street take on their famous GG belt, which i'm quite happy to take the dupe of.

 And there we have it. Outfit of comfy loveliness that i will no doubt be wearing on repeat!

Are you a knitwear floozy like i was? Or do you always get a lot of wear out of whatever knitwear you buy?

Autumnal Florals ( & #Passion4Fashion Linkup)

Oh Autumn, you are magnificent. The palette of dreams and the feeling of change in the air is something i will never grow tired of and is the reason why Autumn is my favourite season. The fact that the fashion for autumn is always magnificent may also have something to do with it too, as i am a girl who lives for beautiful boots, gorgeous chunky knitwear and captivating coats.

I've teamed up with Great Plains this week and chosen my favourite items for autumn.

Florals for Autumn

I think I am a girl who actually prefers a dark floral palette than summery toned florals. For me they are intrinsically more wearable, a little less pretty-pretty and more approachable and re-mixable.

This gorgeous floral print ruffle skirt is autumn personified. The dark colours contrast beautifully with the frilly cut of the skirt making this such a wonderful item to dress up or down and has the girly cut mixed perfectly with the navy and copper print. Because there are a number of colours in this skirt, all based on a neutral background of navy, it means there are many different remixing options to be worn with it.

I love the idea of mixing in some greys or creams for the top half or also adding in some burgundy, whether that be with a coat or some boots. All of those colours will just make this skirt sing!

Knitwear

Is there anything more wonderful than an autumnal coloured jumper/sweater?!
I have to say i am a knitwear floozy and flirt with different jumpers regularly, but this rusty orange jumper with swing sleeves has barely left my back since it arrives. Some days i've even been getting home and changing out of that days outfit, opting for comfort indoors of course, and popping on some comfy leggings and this gorgeously comfy mohair jumper.
Be sure to check out the great selection of ladies jumpers Great Plains has, because if this beauty is anything to go by, then they're fabulous i can assure you.
As well as working seamlessly with the skirt (and my indoor leggings for loungin' around!) this jumper works perfectly with jeans and also culottes. I plan on wearing it with my navy culottes and baker boy hat really soon.

 Finishing Touches

I added some black in to the mix with my boots and jacket, as i love navy and contrasting black at the moment. 

The biker jacket always lends a touch of toughness to a girly look. which for me, is the ideal balance of feminine and masculine in an outfit.

One of my favourite styles right now is knee high boots and midi skirts. It's a revival of that 70's look that never goes out of fashion and, I find, makes wearing skirts extremely practical and easy(no legs on show, no worries about tights, legs covered from the cold.. the practicalities go on).

The navy bag and bobble earrings finish the look and bring in all the colours from throughout the outfit.

My favourite Autumnal outfit so far this season, and i can't wait to wear each piece separately too.
What are you favourite items to wear in autumn?

 Shop The Look:
Jumper
Skirt
Boots: super old so i've been eyeing up those linked as a replacement
Biker: Try this
Navy Bag: Laura Ashley

 *In collaboration with the wonderful brand Great Plains who i throughly enjoy working with and showcasing their gorgeous pieces to you.

An InLinkz Link-up

The Jumper Challenge (i love me some knitwear)

Each autumn/winter/spring-who am i kidding- all year around, I love me some knitwear. Thin knit jumpers. thick sweatshirts or drapey cardigans. I just love 'em. So when Matalan asked if i would like to get involved in their Jumper challenge and style up one of their new gorgeous sweaters, well i jumpered (ha) at the chance. The jumper is this delightful zip back number, which has the loveliest dipped hem. I chose the neutral cream colour and i flippin' love it.
Lately when i add something to my wardrobe it has to be multifunctional (did you see my one dress 2 ways post?)
So I wanted a smart sweater that would look equally good casual (im thinking some khaki joggers would look awesome) but also dressed up for some food out or what not.

I chose some pretty strappy heels, to set off the last of the summer vibes and as a nice contrast  against the knit, then some soft light blue skinny jeans and then just added some statement jewellery to finish.
I absolutely loved this outfit, it was comfy and perfect for the chillier days we've been having.
In the day i swapped the heels out for some black slip on sneakers and then for night i just added the biker jacket and snazzy heels.
The bag is also from Matalan, and is more than a little bit Rebecca Minkoff but without the hefty price tag, and i could not be more pleased with it!

There is going to be a competition with Matalan over on Facebook to see who styled their jumper the bestest.. Be sure to check it out here, and if you're feeling generous, you could always give me a like? ;)

Shoes, Jeans, Bag and jumper all c/o Matalan
Biker Jacket: New Look last year
Necklace: Yosa

Are you a knitwear fan like me?

* Just to clarify here for my international friends that 'jumper' means sweater here in the UK.. i know in some countries its a completely different article of clothing.. bizarre i know.