How To Give Your Tee And Jeans Look An Elevated Feel

Photos via: ASOS

Loving this casual cool take on a black sleeveless blazer. This is a great idea for when you want to give your go-to basic tee and jeans look a more elevated feel.

Get the look:
+ Crepe Sleeveless Blazer In Longerline
+ White Stitch Detail Scoop Neck T-Shirt
+ Premium Leather Black Dial Watch
+ Ridley Skinny Ankle Grazer Jeans

Splurge vs. Steal: Strappy Triple Buckled Pumps

Photos via: Net-A-Porter | Wendy's Lookbook

These strappy triple buckled Gianvito pumps are incredibly chic and sexy. They're perfect for work or a statement date night look, but are a bit on the pricey side. Thankfully, there is a similar pair from ASOS that is much more budget-friendly!

Splurge: Gianvito Rossi Carey Triple-Strap Sandals ($1050)

Steal: ASOS Paige Pointed High Heels ($54)

Under $25: Classic Red Slingback Flats

Slingback shoes are one one of my favorite go-tos for a classic look, and at under $25, these red slingback flats are a steal. Love how they can dress up almost any outfit, which makes them perfect for work, running errands, brunch and more!

Get the look:
+ Karen Kane Jackie Ankle Pants
+ ASOS LYON Sling Back Ballet Flats

Splurge vs. Steal: Black Structured Box Bag

Photos via: Collage Vintage

Every time I see the black Mark Cross box bag on a stylish street style star or a celebrity like Alexa Chung, my obsession grows even stronger. Although, I  recently came across a more affordable option that is just as tempting!

Splurge: Mark Cross Grace Smooth Calfskin Box Trunk Bag ($2,195)

Steal: ASOS Structured Box Handheld Bag ($73)

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.

Dungarees: Never say Never

I, along with every other kid growing up in the 90s, spent a large portion of my youth in stripy OshKosh B'Gosh dungarees and have spared them little thought ever since. In fact, I remember once stating that dungarees would be one fashion trend I would 'never' dip into. Well, time to eat my words, as I'm now fixated on shopping for the perfect overalls.

First up, I'm after a black leather pair in the vein of Alexandra Spencer (the girl is a lesson in how to do grown-up dungarees) and the best I've found so far are by Philip Lim and Whistles (last picture).ASOS also do a good pair in both leather and denim. 

And there's something about classic blue denim shorties with turned up hems that's seriously appealing for relaxed summer days. The summer days part of that statement feels like wishful thinking right now but who knows, maybe the dungarees will make them feel just that little bit closer.

The Best

One of the best bomber jackets yet by London-brand Three Floor. Love how they've reworked Chinoiserie embroidery for winter using leather and tweed.

Get it HERE. ..... Just leave one for me!

Country Girl

 Did a little thing with Asos recently for their October issue.  It was such a fun day with a really cool, welcoming team so massive thank you to all involved for making it such a great day.  It was the day before I flew to Spain and was the perfect start to my holiday. The jumper in the top picture was my fave piece of the whole day and definitely on my shopping list-I think I will actually turn into a waffle knit this winter!

I'll post the link when it's up on the asos site as it'll probably be easier to read the interview from there.

xx