Christmas with Coast

14th November 2013

Coast is one of those shops that I’ve never bought from but continuously find myself browsing through just because everything is so damn gorgeous.

Case in point, this little wishlist I’ve put together of their gorgeous partywear, all so far out of my price range but so utterly covetable.

I can’t resist a good sequin dress and this one is perfect. The style is called Brooklyn should you wish to look it up and it costs £95

The Mischa Fringe dress reminds me a bit of the flapper dress and Great Gatsby. I’m a bit obsessed with both at the moment and if I had £150 to spend on a party dress this would probably be the one.

Despite it costing £250 I couldn’t now show off the Savita dress. Such an object of beauty but not one to wear when you’re on the mulled wine!

Velvet is another of my obsessions and I love the flattering flared style of the Tulia dress, it costs £160 so it’s out of my price range but it won’t stop me wishing and wanting. I’m feeling extra concious this year and although I have a stunning party dress to wear I can’t help but want a new one in the hope I’ll feel better about myself.

Swooning big time over the Isadora shoe, £95. Versatile and unique I want these so bad! I can even wear heels now, my foot isn’t as bad and by party time my back should be better. I’m hoping on a small lottery win! They also come in a nude and gold colour way which is equally as stunning.

I’m not usually a clutch bag girl but I do have a lot of love for the Gem Clutch. At £70 I just can’t justify it but I’ll be seeking out a similar alternative at a price I can afford.

For those of you who have shopped in Coast how have you found it? Is it worth me investing in the sale?

Sorry for all the wishlists and non outfit posts lately, the ones that are coming up are from before my back went,
I’m not sure a hunchback style outfit post would work.
Wishlists it is. And with gems like these from Coast around I can’t say I mind!

xxx

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Tracking down the elusive LBD

06th November 2013

Every girl should own a little black dress or two. Me? I own several from classic shifts through to sequin skaters. Does that stop me wanting more? Heck no, especially when websites like blackdresses.co.uk exist.

As the same suggests, this is a website that sells only little black dresses. They cover everything from day wear to vintage style flapper dresses and there is something for all tastes (and all budgets!)

Below are just a few of my favourites.

Beaded Lace Flapper Dress- £79 (and top of my wishlist, hello gorgeous!)

Pinktuck Lace Dress- £55

Retro Bodycon Dress- £45

Sequin V Neck Dress- £33

I think the concept of the website and the site itself is brilliant- it takes all the hassle out of finding “the dress” by sorting everything in to categories. They also offer free UK delivery and returns which wins major brownie points and there is a price match promise too.

I’m smitten.

And obsessed with that flapper dress.

My life is an endless wishlist right now. I blame Twitter and blogging personally.

How many little black dresses do you own? Have any on the website caught your eye?

xxx

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Perfectly Pure

05th November 2013

Well, there’s no hiding from it any longer. Winter’s cold weather has arrived and with it the desire to wrap up in all things woolen.

As usual I’ve been having a little browse online and compiled a little wishlist from the oh so chic Pure Collection website.

I’m a scarf fiend and this pastel cashmere beauty is just begging to be worn day in and day out. Cost per wear? Practically nil. Actual cost? £59.25

Cardigans are something seriously worth investing in as far as I’m concerned. A good cashmere cardigan will last years and this soft grey boyfriend style is a classic. £134.25.

Sparkle and cashmere in a go with anything colour? Next time I have a spare £150 I’m spending it on this! Sadly that’ll never happen but that’s why it’s a wishlist right?

I can’t resist a good dress, and this really is a good ‘un. £111.75

HELLO classical coat perfection. At £186.75 I really AM wishing here but swoon. I love it.

So, this might be one of my pricier wishlists but it’s probably also one of my most sensible ones in terms of cost per wear of items. None of these will date and will last the test of time. Pure Collection is a shop I’ll be browsing for when I have some spare pennies and want to buy some cosy classic sweaters or a really special coat.

Anything caught your eye?

xxx

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Current Cravings

25th October 2013

I swear ASOS are going to be the death of me, I can’t help but have a daily browse of the website checking for new arrivals and it takes real restraint and lack of credit card to stop me placing multiple weekly orders.

Despite my vow to streamline my style this AW I’ve found myself and my attention wandering somewhat to the goodies show above. Firstly I fell in love with the jacket, rationalising that the price was justifiable because it would go with both work and non-work outfits (not to mention look pretty cool).

The cat dress had me the second I saw it. Laura + cats = no brainer. I’m probably going to own this before September is out. Oh and the denim skirt despite the fact we’re heading towards colder weather? Quite simply because I’ve been on the search for the perfect one all summer and I wanted to document that my ideal one does exist.

And then we go on to accessories. Classic black over the knee boots are practically an essential and my last pair are no longer. Randomly gaudy snake earrings? I so don’t need those but they are the cheapest item on my list and oh so pretty and oh so perfect with my planned black and white attire. The backpack I have no reason for sticking in there, other than it’s pretty and I do use a backpack at weekends with the boy. I have a perfectly servicable one though and at £75 I really can’t justify it, but did I mention that it’s pretty?

What websites get you every time, and what are you coveting right now?

xxx

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dressing it down

22nd October 2013

There’s a new brand on my radar right now- RIYKA, the ultimate in dressing down, laid back style.

“RIYKAis created by Rebecca & Vedran and is a product of: love, attention to detail, simplicity comfort, quality, and sustainability. It transcends the seasons; instead embodying quality & designs for life. RIYKA combine different materials of the highest quality in jersey, denim, and leather, to create garments in geometrical shapes with vibrant, contrasting colors. The collection is inspired by the culture of East London’s Art, Jazz, photography and design scenes. Choosing the highest quality materials manufactured in the EU. RIYKA support fair wage environment with, some materials reclaimed, some off cuts, and some British made. The potential and possibilities are endless as, for RIYKA, design is art and there is no limit’s to the materials used.

From East London to world influence RIYKA keep ideas fresh and lively. Influenced in small parts by photographer Vivian Sassen; a Dutch cultural fashion photographer and her images ‘Flamboya’, seen through the collection’s saturated colour blocking and playful sense of movement conveyed”.

I am so in love with the simple, clean cut yet sophisticated designs in the classic laid back fabrics- denim, jersey and leather.

Everything looks so fresh and so minimalist yet packs some serious style punch