Saturday 30 November 2013

Monochrome Leather

I'm a big fan of black and white and as you may have already realised from previous posts I love (faux) leather. I've had this top for ages, but this is the first time I'm featuring it on my blog, it's one of my favourites from Zara. I thought I'd try out a full leather look today, so I teamed the leather detail top with my black faux leather skater skirt from H&M and went a step further by adding a black oversized clutch. I finished off the look with my signature gold chunky jewellery. 


Oversized White Leather Top - Zara
Leather Skater Skirt - H&M
White Sandals - Zara
Clutch - Zara
Rings - H&M
Watch - Michael Kors

Photography: Gerrod Charles
Styling: Rita Okpuru
Hair: The Hair Shack
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Thursday 28 November 2013

A Bold Winter Statement

"It’s a new era in fashion - there are no rules. It’s all about the individual and personal style, wearing high-end, low-end, classic labels, and up-and-coming designers all together."
— Alexander McQueen
Shirt - H&M 
Top - Forever 21
Skirt - ASOS
Shoes - Zara
Bag - Zara
Watch - Michael Kors

Photography: Gerrod Charles
Styling: Rita Okpuru
Hair: The Hair Shack
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Tuesday 26 November 2013

Olive and Black

Today I decided to wear the famous skort all fashion lovers and bloggers are going crazy for. I teamed it up with a boucle olive and black jacket, black camisole and finished with gold jewellery and accessories.

Jacket - Mango
Camisole - ASOS 
Skort - Zara
Bag - Vintage (from Portugal)
Shoes - Topshop
Watch - Michael Kors

Photography: Gerrod Charles
Styling: Rita Okpuru
Hair: The Hair Shack
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Saturday 23 November 2013

Religious Painting Skirt

"Oh, never mind the fashion. When one has a style of one's own, it is always 20 times better"
- Margaret Oliphant


SHIRT - Forever 21
SKIRT - Romwe (see here)
BELT - ASOS
BAG - Michael Kors (see here)
SHOES - Primark
Watch - Michael Kors











Photography: Gerrod Charles
Styling: Rita Okpuru
Hair: The Hair Shack
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Thursday 21 November 2013

Payday Shopping Treats

Well, as we draw closer to the end of the month we draw closer to one thing... Payday! I've picked out some fantastic pieces online and on the high street that you may want to consider purchasing, current trends and wardrobe staples. 


Enjoy... xx

Boohoo
Naomi Faux Trim Cardigan 
(see here)
Wear with... your party dress (alternative to coat) on a Friday night, to turn up to the club stylish and warm. 


Forever 21
Standout Star Wars Tee
(see here)
Wear with... black blazer, ripped boyfriend jeans and fierce white pointed courts.


New Look
Red Check Tunic Dress
(see here)
Wear with... Red lipstick and heeled Chelsea boots.


Topshop
Wool Boyfriend Coat
(see here)
Wear with... white blouse, black skinny jeans and fierce white pointed courts.


Ted Baker
Jureo Boot
(see here)
Wear with... oxblood heavy knitted jumper and leather midi skirt.


ASOS
Black Armour Embellished Bodycon Dress
(see here)
Wear with... Nude peep toe shoes and matching clutch bag.


River Island
Black Diamond Jacquard Cropped Sweatshirt
(see here)
Wear with... White collar shirt, statement necklace, black skinny jeans, red or pink heels.


Miss Selfridge
Black Asymmetric Leather Skirt 
(see here)
Wear with... denim shirt and black pointed courts.


Zara
Printed Dress
(see here)
Wear with... leather biker jacket and hightop converse.


Mango
Contrast Trim Textured jacket
(see here)
Wear with... Red lipstick, white vest, leather skinny trousers, white fierce courts.


MissGuided
Malke Short faux Fur A-Line Skirt 
(see here)
Wear with... red top and leopard print heels.

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Sunday 17 November 2013

TOPSHOP 'Joni' Skinny Jeans - Review


A few months ago I told you of my fascination with Topshop Leigh skinny jeans (read review here), well guess what Topshop have won me over again with their amazing Joni jeans. I've always wanted good fitting high waisted jeans, so when I tried these on in my local store I was over the moon. They're such a dream I thought I'd tell you all about them.


What I like most about the jeans is the good stretch they have. I usually find it difficult to find jeans that will fit both my waist and my things; as I have quite full thighs to get jeans that fit them I have to compromise with the waist, which will be too big. Over the years I've had to invest in belts, whilst they can add nice finishing touches to your outfit... I just want a pair of high waisted skinny jeans that fit well all over.

The super high waist is very flattering, especially on curvy ladies. 

The stretchiness of the jeans allows me to get a pair that fit perfectly on my waist and stretches to fit my thighs without being too tight. They're definitely the perfect jeans for curvy ladies.

No pockets at the front of the jeans, makes the jeans look more neat and tidy for dressed up outfits.

Topshop always cater for ladies of all heights, these jeans are available in three different lengths; 30", 32" and 34". Given the different lengths, you can get a shorter pair than their usual length and wear them as ankle grazers or get a longer length and fold up the ends, how you chose to wear them depends on what you are wearing with them.

Bargain at only £36!

The jeans come in a wide variety of colours and washes, greys blues blacks and more. I decided my first two pairs would be colours that I'd wear frequently, colours that would go with almost anything, black and dark vintage (blue), but as I'm so happy with them I'm considering getting another two pairs; I'm quite fond of the grey and aubergine pairs.

The jeans come in three different lengths: 30" 32" and 34"

The jeans only have two pockets and they're located at the back. I actually prefer high waisted jeans with no pockets at the front as I find it looks neater and can be be dressed up more easily. In my opinion the more pockets the more casual the jeans appear.

The jeans come in a wide variety of colours/washes.

I've washed both pairs of jeans and they still look great, the colour hasn't changed at all. In time I'll be able to assess the quality of the jeans and let you know whether they are good quality or not, but based on the quality of Topshops Leigh jeans, I suspect that the jeans will last a very long time.

Good stretch for comfortable wear.

I'd definitely recommend getting these jeans to all ladies curvy and slim. Why not check them out at your local store or check out the Topshop website, you won't regret it.

PROS
Comfortable
3 different lengths available
Wide variety of colours
Affordable at £36
Flattering on all different body shapes
Looks great with crop tops/jumpers

CONS
Materials vary slightly, so some pairs a little more stretchy than others
Not usual thick/heavy denim material (though I find this actually makes it fit better as it moulds to your shape more easily)
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Wednesday 13 November 2013

Pleated Leather Skirt

"Women think of all colors except the absence of color. I have said that black has it all. White too. Their beauty is absolute. It is the perfect harmony." — Coco Chanel


Coat  - Forever 21 
Top - H&M 
Necklace - Zara (see here)
Skirt - H&M (see here)
Boots - Zara 
Bag - Zara 






Like my look? Love my look on Today I'm Wearing at https://www.todayimwearing.com/wear/leather-pleat-skirt, where you can see more of my daily outfits. 

Photography: Gerrod Charles
Styling: Rita Okpuru
Hair: The Hair Shack




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