Statement Sunglasses And A Shirtdress Make For An Easy Fall Look

Photos via: The Dreslyn

Oversized statement sunglasses and a black shirtdress make for an easy look that's great for work, running errands, and beyond. Add a pair of classic boots and you're set for fall!

Get the look:
+ Illesteva Matte White Tortoise Hamilton Sunglasses
+ Steven Alan Convertibile Dress
+ PRISM Sydney Sunglasses
+ Bobeau Hidden Placket Tunic Shirtdress

9 Charming Gifts For Mother's Day And Beyond

Here are some charming gift ideas for Mother's Day, an upcoming birthday or just because.

1. Kate Spade New York 'One In A Million' Business Card Holder
2. Smith & Cult Nail Polish
3. J.Crew Vintage Pajama Set
4. Komono Crafted Renee Sunglasses
5. Rifle Paper Co. Social Stationery
6. Building Block Phone Sling
7. Kate Spade New York Letter Pendant Necklace
8. Ilia Lipstick Crayon in Dress You Up
9. Alex Katz: Revised and Expanded Edition Book

3 Looks That Prove Brown And Grey Make A Perfect Pairing

Photos via: Collage Vintage | Moda Tutkusu | Stop It Right Now

I've never been a huge fan of brown bags, but after seeing these three ladies pair them up with a grey look, I can't get enough of the combo. They have me convinced to give a small brown leather bag a try with a grey tee, blazer or shirt dress this spring and summer.

Get the look:
+ Angela & Roi Palette Cross-body Bag
+ ASOS Coat In Slim Fit
+ J.Crew Ludlow Italian Wool Blazer
+ Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Clutch
+ Selected Costa Sweater Dress
+ Everlane The Petra Crossbody Bag

A FASHIONABLE HOME: MINIMAL + BRIGHT WALK-IN CLOSET

Photos via: Stylizimo

So wishing I could call this minimal and bright walk-in closet my own.

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ALL ABOUT THE HAT

Photos via: Always Judging

One thing's for sure, Courtney is always rocking amazing hats and this blue beauty is no exception. It goes so well with her white-on-white look, plum nails and studded boots.

Get the look:
+ Borsalino Velour Lapin Felt Hat
+ Equipment Knox Lace Up Silk Top
+ Essie Nail Polish in Carry On
+ Larsson & Jennings CM Watch
+ Paige Denim Catalina Short
+ Anine Bing Boots With Silver Studs

High Low Dressing

A bit of extra hardware and detail goes a long way in winter.

The black-grey winter canvas is so much more appealing when a bit of gleaming metal or embossed leather is thrown into the mix. Plus, finishing of with something ever-so-slightly more showy means you can get away with slumming it in whatever’s warmest everywhere else. Win win.

Enter Kurt Geiger, whose accented accessories are going to save me from descending into total drudgery this season. This backpack is basically a reasonably priced version of the infamous crocodile sack from The Row, while the boots would be just flashy enough with grey skinny jeans and a long, wool Crombie coat.

Ruck sack and boots both Kurt Geiger

Key to Freedom

If you buy one thing this week, make it one of these printed silk scarves by Topshop made in conjunction with Key to Freedom, a charity project that works to support vulnerable women in West Bengal by providing them with new skills, safe houses and a support network. 

Supporting those less fortunate than ourselves is always a good thing, but its made even better when the charitable purchase in question actually looks great and I think this project in particular manages to marry lovely design with a brilliant cause. I'm not a massive scarf person myself but these are big enough to use as a sarong on the beach and light enough to knot into a head scarf or turban (I actually feel a bit naked without something wrapped around my head on holiday right now).  Plus the beautiful Indian prints and tie-dye patterns are so summery and timeless I can see these becoming one of those failsafe things you throw in your suitcase year after year. 

You can read more about Topshop's Key to Freedom project on the Topshop blog.

My personal favorites are the Pink Fern Print and Green Tie Dye.

Summer Accessories Edit

In the thick of summer I tend to live in the same old, same old. Namely grey marl t-shirts by LNA, vintage denim cut-offs and throw-on jersey dresses. So the only way to make it all feel kind of fresh is the odd new accessory thus I decided to pull together my current wish-list of extras and add-ons in case you too are in need of an update or two. 

Bag / Kurt Geiger

Sunglasses / Karen Walker

Bracelet with shell / Aurelie Biderman @ Matches (Sale)

Bracelet with tassel / Isabel Marant @ Matches (Sale)

Nail Varnish / Nails Inc

Watch / Larsson & Jennings

Necklace / Jessica Zeuner 

Espadrilles / Whistles 

Sandals / Birkenstock @ ASOS

It's Time

 

I've subconsciously stopped wearing my gold Michael Kors chronograph watch recently. I think mainly because yellow gold next to sallow winter skin is never that appealing, and partly due to the gold just feeling a bit 'much' of late. 

I've always been drawn to two-tone metal watches and was originally looking for a gun metal/rose-gold combination prior to buying my MK gold one, but failed to find one that ticked the boxes for both looks and price. 

Well, it looks like Mr. Kors read my mind on this one, with yet another covetable, affordable watch to hanker after. Time* for an update me thinks.

Get it here from ASOS.  

Just leave one for me.... 

*Apologies for the toe-curling puns. The lowest form of wit, or so I'm frequently told, and yet so hard to avoid/resist.

Biker Boots

For anyone like me who missed out on those amazing black patent Zara boots and has been scouring Ebay ever since, these ones from All Saints should solve your searching woes.