Pale and Interesting

Ksubi Jeans

Pencey Tank

Alexander Wang Wallet

Giuseppe Zanotti wedges

CC Skye bracelet

Gorjana Laurel hoops

Chanel pop pink lips

Preen blazer

I'm currently in love with my J Brand bright jeans (robin red and royal blue) and my J brand Houlihans in the khaki / olive shades but feel like I need to give these jeans a rest for a while and try a new style. I saw these Ksubi jeans on Shopbop this-evening and love them! I love the pale/bleached wash of these jeans as think they will work so well contrasting against bright toned tops.

I know we have not yet seen the start of the cold winter weather but I can't help thinking summer, beach, sand, sea and waves when I look at these jeans! Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the winter months especially when I am all wrapped up walking through the fresh snow with my dog but at the same time I love the summertime when I can dig out my pretty floaty tank tops, my shades and gladiator sandals.

I've picked the bright pink Preen blazer as it acts as the perfect contrast piece against the subtle toned jeans. This blazer would look gorgeous with all your jeans, cut-off shorts in the summertime, and would look especially stunning over a little black dress.

I'm off for a festive trip to London in the next few weeks and I know Selfridges stock these jeans so will be sure to check them out and see if they are as nice on as they look online and if they are then they will be my first purchase for my SS12 capsule wardrobe!






Images Credit: Netaporter, Shopbop

Going for Gold

Back in my teenager days I was more of a silver jewellery person than gold. Over the years my taste has changed and now i'd say I rarely wear silver. 

Nowadays I prefer vintage / costume jewellery or modern one-off pieces. 
Above, i've posted some pictures from new in collections from www.shopbop.com


I really like the Belle Noel hair chain although with having long thick hair, wonder if it would stay put?!


 

The new Statement Earring is....

 ....The Feather earring.

Feather earrings are the earrings of choice this season.
Take a look at these gorgeous earrings that will suit all budgets:-


Save

ASOS £15

Topshop £10

 
Splurge

I love  - Jackie Achie Autumn Single earring - available at Shopbop.com £85

Jeeyun Ha Designs available at net-a-porter.com £115

 

 

 

Tough Jewels

If you are looking for a piece of high fashion jewelry then this is it:

Armor Jewelry

 
The pieces pictured above are from the "Eleven" collection.
What makes these beautiful pieces so special is that they are all handmade in New York using the finest of metals.

Create your tough but beautiful look with some armour jewels from this collection and you'll be sure to stand out from the crowd. 

SillyBandz

There's a new craze in town.........................the SillyBandz have landed!
These multi-coloured jelly bangles come in many fun shapes. From animal shapes to celebrity edition shapes by the Kardashian sisters and Justin Beiber, they have them all!

I love these jelly bracelets by Marc Jacobs:-

 

Kardashian sisters wearing SillyBandz:

 

Take one white tank top..........

A classic white tank top is a must have piece for your capsule wardrobe. I love this white pocket tank top from Alexander Wang.The material of this tank is a heavenly soft cotton and as it's made in a baggy fitting style it's really comfy on.

The best thing about a classic white tank top is that it really will go with everying and being so versatile, you can easily transfer this from a day-time casual look to a night-time dressy look with a little help with some nice jewellery and teaming the whole look with heels!

I've picked out some individual pieces that I would team my vest with (as pictured above).
Here's what I selected:-

J Brand Houlihan Jeans - cargo jeans have taken over from the Boyfriend and skinny jeans. These jeans have had a cult following amongst many celebs and it's no wonder why as these are gorgeous. They are perfect for wearing on a summers day with your tank top, aviator sunglasses and sandals or by simply adding some amazing costume jewels and heels you are good to go partying in! These jeans are available in tons of different colours so you will be spoiled for choice with these.

Elizabeth and James Blazer - Blazers are a must-have. Perfect for workwear and playwear this will see you out from the office to the cocktail bar. I would through this on over my tank top and cargo jeans for shopping with friends. Adding the 'wow' factor to this classic black blazer sees these heavily embellished shoulder pads, the layers of glam gold beading will be sure to make you stand out from the crowd!

 Marc by Marc Jacobs sandals - the jelly sandal trend has came back fromretirement and it looks like it's here to stay for a little while longer. All I can say is super stylish and comfy, and I just love this moss green shade. These sandals are perfect with little floaty tea dresses, maxi dresses, safari shorts, cargo / skinny jeans and the list could go on........ basically these will look great with everything so they really are worth investing in!

 Les Chiffoniers Suede zip leggings - These truly are the creme-de-la-creme of the leggings world. You may think these look like another pair of plain black leggings but let me tell you they are more than that. These suede leggings are "designed to mould to and enhance your form" so they really are works of art!

L.A.M.B suede wedges - designed by the gorgeous Gwen Stefani herself these wedges are gorgeous. Wedges are taking over from the platforms and with these dusky rose pink wedges you will hot to trott. This soft pink tone will look amazing against the classic black and the current seasons shades of khaki greens and greige (across between grey and beige)!

Gorjana Peacock earrings - To add the perfect finishing touch to any outfit you always need to dress it with some amazing jewels. These earrings are just beautiful and the warm yellow gold shade makes me think of summertime and wearing them with my floaty maxi dresses on the beach.......ahhh!

 Giles and Brother necklace - A classic 3-tiered necklace that will finish off your day or night-time look.


If you are going for bold chunky jewels then it's mainly best to stick to either the earrings or the necklace. Wearing heavy earrings and a chunky necklace can be too much so wear one at a time and save the other for the next time! Just remember the golden rule with oversizes jewels, "less is more"




So, with summer just around the corner, if you haven't already got your classic white tank top then what are you waiting for?

The Best Black accessories

Alexander McQueen laptop case ~ I love this classic case. I'd even use this as an over-sized clutch bag!!

 Givency cuff ~ So very 'rock and roll'. Cuffs always look great, especially with over-sized gold-toned studs like on this one.

Balenciaga clutch bag ~ Love this! The giant silver hardware studs make this clutch stand out from all the rest.  This clutch is available in other colours although i'd go for this black with silver detailed one as i'll never get bored with it! Perfect to add some 'rock' glam to your skinny jeans and over-sized tank top or to contrast with a pretty flower print tea dress.

My super early Birthday gifts

I have to have the best wee brother ever! Look at the gorgeous gifts he ordered me for my Birthday:-

 Bella Freud striped Jumper
 I love stripes and fell in love with this jumper as soon as I saw it, it's just gorgeous!!!

Alexander McQueen enamel skull ring 
I love all things Alexander McQueen and wanted to get this enamel ring last season in the white with black skulls however it sold out as soon as it went on sale.This is the new ring for Spring/Summer 2011 so was super excited when my brother told me her ordered me it along with the Jumper for my birthday. 
My birthday actually isn't until the summer time so these are early gifts (my brother wanted to get me these as he knew they were something I loved and he thought it was easier to get me something I wanted rather than him trying to think of something else to get me)

Thank you to the best wee brother!!!!!!!!!

Vintage Gems

I love vintage pieces and over the years have been lucky enough to have been passed down some amazing vintage costume jewellery pieces from my mum. Check out some of my fave things:-

I love my antique metal belt with beautiful amber stones. This is perfect when worn high-waisted over my dresses. I think it makes the outfit something special!!