denim
Sunny Sapphire
28 October 2014
Baildon, West Yorkshire, UK
Bright blue has always been a go-to colour for me, most of you will have seen my almost luminous blue coat as I wear it quite often. I have always favoured this colour because I think it compliments my skin tone rather than clashes or washes it out. Colours like red and orange aren't great for me unless they're quite dark. Usually, the brighter the blue, the better and today my top half is shining sapphire. My jumper, which I have had for a while now is cotton, jersey and wool - ideal for this time of year. The fabric is really soft as it's quite a tight knit so I can brave the cold without a heavier coat. My jumper is a little shorter than the average length which I like as I can pair this top with either trousers or a skirt. My matching hat, which is from Next was my first ever beanie hat. I've always favourite this style of hat simply because they don't make my head look any bigger, unlike most hats do. The two bright colours on the top half contrast really well with my dark hair and skin, I feel a little bit like a human highlighter. As I wanted all the focus of my outfit to be on the top, I chose my favourite charcoal jeans, a matching denim rucksack and some faux leather hi-tops.
Do you have a go-to comfort colour?
Do you have a go-to comfort colour?
Jumper - M&S // Jeans - Topshop // Shoes - Fred Perry // Bag - TK Maxx // Hat - Next
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Fancy Flannels
9 October 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
This season, I've really grown to like check or 'flannel' shirts. On Tuesday I wore a monochrome shirt that has become one of my very favourites this season. I've also found that the red, navy and white shirts are really easy to style. Today's shirt actually includes some wool, which means I don't have to heavily layer over the top because it's already very insulating to wear in the brisk breeze. However, if this shirt wasn't so warm, the first jacket that comes to mind is a leather one. Check shirts are an incredibly sophisticated item and I think there would be a style clash if I were to pair this with an long, collared wool coat or duffle. As I want most of the attention to be on my top half, I paired my check button-up with dark jeans and accessories. My berry beanie is also a new autumn favourite, and charcoal jeans have been at the top of my life since the beginning of time. Carrying a simple slouch leather shoulder bag adds some texture to the overall look but also brings out the white highlights in my shoes and shirt. These super soft Nike sneakers are great throughout the year because of their versatile colour and texture. Leather can't be assigned to one season, which is what drew me to the trainers. The colour pairs well with the navy in my shirt and ties the whole look together.
Shirt - Next // jeans - Miss Selfridge // shoes - Nike // bag - market in Salou // hat - Matalan
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Completely Casual
26 September 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
Today's I'm going for the ultra casual look. Sometimes I like to feel really casual rather than dressing up every day. As I'm only shopping, I chose not to wear a dress because taking tights off and then having to put them back on every time I try something on can be quite a faff. I think graphic tees are the best way to still have an exciting outfit without going over board and staying casual. The one I'm wearing was actually a present, but t-shirts like this are available anywhere. I like that this t-shirt can have a dark background (still sticking with black as usual) but the design that reads "live on tour" is the focus point for the whole ensemble. In my opinion, jeans are the best nonchalant style without going full laid-back and wearing sweats. I prefer to wear super skinny, and this pair is from Topshop which make some of the softest jeans I've ever worn in my life. I've also found that the classic pair of hi-top Converse are not only comfortable but the ultimate informal shoe. I was going to wear boots, but again thinking of practicality, I went straight to the All Stars.
T-Shirt - gift
Jeans - Topshop
Bag - Next
Shoes - Schuh
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Loving Leather
18 September 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
I think an item made of leather is a must have in any closet. Whether it's just a simple skirt of a pair of super shiny trousers. I personally love leather jackets because I think they're so easy to style and can be paired with a lot of different items. I've found that leather jackets are the one item of clothing you can own for years and still style it to perfect, just like a promising pair of jeans. Leather as a fabric can be difficult to buy, usually the higher the quality, the higher the price. I don't own a lot of custom-made leather items simply because it can be cheaper to buy them in the long run, but there's so many leather items on the market at the moment in plenty of different colours so there isn't much room to complain. I actually remember when leather jackets because a huge trends while I was about 14 in 2008, Topshop had just released a line of leather jackets, and most of them had hoods on *cringe* which I was desperate to have. Of course now, I'm happy I didn't buy one because leather jackets look a lot better and are more versatile without a hood. Today's look is über casual as I'm only going shopping during my day off. One of my favourite things about good quality leather is that it's thick and naturally insulating so I can wear one of my favourite patterned tees underneath which is quite thin and loose on me, without getting really cold in the autumn breeze. I'm carrying my favourite leather bag from Topshop that's a really strong leather, making the bag well structured and less floppy. Finally, my leather hi-tops were bought a few years ago and are still a favourite of mine for the winter because they are so warm and well-lined as well as extremely comfortable to walk in.
Top - Primark
Jacket - Miss Selfridge
Jeans - Next
Shoes - Fred Perry
Bag - Topshop
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Charcoal Flamingos
3 September 2014
Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
Today's look is the ultimate casual get up. I think just about every school is back this week, and this is an outfit that I wore quite often in sixth form, especially during this time of the year because it was cloudy but still a little warm. I really like my flamingo top from Primark because it's so 'busy' and easily becomes the statement piece for the whole outfit. I've found that because it has quite an eye catching pattern, but uses limited colours, it's really easy to style with any sort of bottoms. Today's I'm wearing my favourite charcoal jeans that are almost like jeggings they're so comfy. But I think this t-shirt can be paired with skirts, shorts or jeans because of it's length too. It's not short enough to be a cropped top, but it's quite short so it can be paired with any sort of high-waisted piece. I've noticed this top has been quite popular from Primark, even seeing a few bloggers in it myself. To finish off this back-to-school style, I'm wearing classic hi-top All Stars which I think are the perfect shoe for school, and my oversized leather bag that's big enough to fit about anything in.
Top - Primark
Jeans - Next
Bag - TK Maxx
Shoes - Schuh
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