Zara White Shirt, RiverIsland Camel Culottes and Miss Selfridge Camel Mules.
Zara White Shirt, RiverIsland Camel Culottes and Miss Selfridge Camel Mules.
Zara White Shirt, RiverIsland Camel Culottes and Miss Selfridge Camel Mules.
Zara White Shirt, RiverIsland Camel Culottes and Miss Selfridge Camel Mules.
Yes they certainly are, and I feel a little uneasy about it. I first wore this trend back in the late 90’s. I had a Mock Croc Pair, they were from Miss Selfridge and I loved them!. I have tried to resist this trend as you well know if you are reader of this Blog, that for me Fast Fashion is for those who have no opinion and when everyone is rushing out to buy the next trend I am slowly making my way too it as and when I see fit. However, this style of shoe has so many practical benefits that I can only ignore it for so long but for it needs to be part of my shoe family.
This particular pair were in the sale and I love the little quirky detail where it still has the back on so as to keep you guessing is it a shoe or is it a mule?? I picked these up in the Summer Sale from Miss Selfridge. I find this brand a little hit and miss. I feel overall that its lost its way a bit. I fear gone are the glory days (I used to be a Brand Manager to Miss Selfridge in the 00’s) when Miss S Dominated the young lady fashion of the day. Never the less when they do get it, they get it really right. These Mules are a testimony to that, they are a gorgeous rustic colour with a nice suede finish. The heel is slightly higher than I would normally go for, but I will let it go, as the price was far too good to pass up.
I have been wearing these with my Navy culottes and as here with my camel pair. I also love how the colour contrasts so beautifully with a dark blue denim….Lovely!! Such a great shoe that can be casual down or dressed up to the nines!. Have you tried this season Mules yet? Would you try them? Let me know in the comments below.
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Today I thought I would share with you 8 different ways you can style a Plain white shirt. A White Shirt is one of the most versatile pieces in anyone’s wardrobe. It is the gift that keeps on giving!
COS White Shirt, River Island Camel Culottes, and Zara Ankle Boots.COS White Shirt, River Island Camel Culottes, and Zara Ankle Boots.White Shirt, River Island Camel Culottes, and Zara Ankle Boots.
Hello Everyone Hope you are all having a good week so far. This is going to be the first in my Wearing Basics Series, and I thought I would start off with one of my faves- The White Shirt. One of my go-to places for a White Shirt is COS. If your not familiar with the brand, then I am not surprised because I only stumbled across them the beginning of last year when I was in London and then went back up North and found the nearest is in Manchester Selfridges as a concessesion. If you do manage to find one or feel brave enough to buy on line, I would definitely give them a go. The one I am wearing is called ‘The Shirt with the voluminous back’ I like how it is as it is a little bit different then the average white shirt. It has great detail.
The White shirt is a superb basic to have in your wardrobe as you can style in so many different ways, so if you spend a bit extra on a quality piece then cost per wear it works out to be a ‘saving’!! Maybe at some point in the future I will share how many ways I have found to style it. I am wearing the shirt this time with my faithful River Island Camel Culottes which I picked up last summer and my Zara Ankle boots, which I have to admit I am getting sooo bored of wearing boots and are just itching to crack out my NEW backless Loafers.
Let me know in the comments below whether you like a good White Shirt and what you will be wearing yours with? Have a nosey at some other White Shirts that I like.
River Island Camel Culottes,Zara White Shirt,All Saints Leather Jacket,Zara Studded Pumps and Paul Costello
I will be the first to admit to being a little on the short side the thought of wearing a ankle grazing pant fills me with dread. Until I came across these Camel coloured Culottes from River Island. The soft fabric,the billowing leg,the beautiful camel colour just had me. These trousers are so comfy and versatile I knew they were going to be a key piece to my wardrobe.
I thought if you were like me and want to get the most out of the items you purchase then I wanted to share the Three ways I have styled these culottes. Takes you from comfy casual to work then to hot mama look for a evening out.
My first choice would be something I would wear for work, out for drinks or a shopping trip.
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My second choice is a casual affair for these culottes, great for the lazy Sundays or simply keeping it comfy.
River Island Camel Culottes, Asos White Tee, H&M Denim Jacket, Adidas Stan Smiths and Marks and Spencer Leather Back pack.River Island Camel Culottes, Asos White Tee, H&M Denim Jacket, Adidas Stan Smiths and Marks and Spencer Leather Back pack.
My final change was something for the weekend. Perfect for a date or a evening out with the ladies just pairing these trousers with a smart top and a pair of heels and you are set for what the night has to offer.
River Island Camel Culottes,H&M Black Low V Back Top,Olive Green Clutch and Nude Heels New Look.River Island Camel Culottes,H&M Black Low V Back Top,Olive Green Clutch and Nude Heels New Look.River Island Camel Culottes,H&M Black Low V Back Top,Topshop Olive Green Clutch and Nude Heels New Look.
I hope you liked my little pairings. Are you taking the plunge this season and embracing ‘the culotte’? Let me know in the comments below.
My January Sales Picks Fur Gilet, Navy Polar neck, Blue Fedora and Rucksack
January Sales Picks
I have finally got round to writing about My January Sales Picks. If you play your cards right and do your homework before you go shopping in the sales, you are guaranteed to get in and get out in one piece! I have been formulating a capsule wardrobe for a while, so I have a list of items of clothes that I would like to add and these two were way up the top of my list.
Fur Gilet and Black Leather Rucksack
Faux Fur
My first January Sales Picks is this gorgeous Faux Fur Gilet from George @ Asda (similar). It was in the sale and when I tried it on it felt RIGHT. I was looking for a Gilet to wear for those occasions when a big old thick coat would just hinder you. For example clothes shopping, I don’t know whether it is an unspoken rule that retailers have (it certainly wasn’t back in my day ) to have the changing rooms at a tropical mid 90deg! I regularly get hot and irritable when this happens and I think it just ruins the experience, especially if it’s valuable baby free time. So the Gilet is perfect for this as you can pop it on and still have the warmth but it’s light enough, and with it being sleeveless they act like air vents allowing air to flow freely. Great little piece that will take you through to Spring.
Fur Gilet and Black Leather Rucksack
The Rucksack
I teamed this outfit with a Navy Fedora from H&M (similar) , black skinny jeans from Primark, Bardot Boots from Topshop and a navy polar neck from Zara. Oh yeah and The Rucksack. This is my second January Sale Pick. This is such a different direction for me but it makes you feel alive if you try something that scares you each day. O.k maybe that saying wasn’t applying to bags, but to get the idea. This bag made me feel like I was a teenager again. When I bought the ‘baby home’ my husband and I had a full blown discussion on how we would have held the bag back in the day. One strap over one shoulder, holding by the top handle and my favourite towards the end of my time at High School, both straps on both shoulders! This bag made so much sense to me now as I had been using a more constructed bag of late, but couldn’t fit hardly anything in it. I have also got rid of the baby’s bag a few months ago and replaced it with a Peppa Pig, which the bubs loves, but I am not down with carrying a dressed pig about!. So I thought a Rucksack would give me enough space to fit my stuff and his juice cup nappy and wipes. This Rucksack is from Marks and Spencer their Autograph range which comes out with a few simple, well made staple pieces, and this is one of them. Real leather and has gold hardware, simple but effective. Sadly they have sold out but I have put a similar one here.
Marl Joggers, Black Top, Pointed Court Shoes, Leather Jacket and Black Leather Rucksack
The Fleck Marl Joggers
My final January Sales Picks is these ‘smart’ Joggers. I have been looking for these for about 9 months now, when I found this pair which took me by surprise where I found them. They are from Marks and Spencer Lounge wear! Yes they are Pyjamas!! They are a Fleck Grey Marl with a black waist band and black ankle cuffs. They are so comfy, obviously! but throw a pair of heels and a suit jacket and you are good for work. Put them with hi tops and a leather jacket as (seen above) or even a pair of shoe boots would work well too. I love these because they are so versatile. These are also out of stock but I found a great alternative here.
Fleck Marl Joggers, Black Top,Leather Jacket, Pointed Court Shoes and Black Rucksack
These were my January sales picks. What did you pick up in the sales? Any great bargains? I would love to hear from you. Please leave your comment below and don’t forget to follow me on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.
