How To Wear
Introducing the chino, the newest trouser style in my wardrobe and a welcome change to my normal choice of skinny jeans. Now when I say chino, this in my world means a loose fit style trouser usually made from cotton, with a rolled up cuff and they are typically in Khaki green but as you will see above there are some great other colours too - grey & a classic beige.
I have a khaki pair from last summer that I lived in, so much lighter than jeans, a stylish summer alternative. My chosen pair were from Mint Velvet (uniform allowance) and are back again in the range this season (Button Pocket Chino) along with a new grey paperbag waist style that are gorgeous - as modelled above (image 2) by one of my collegues, the lovely Emily and styled with the Tie Sleeve Sweatshirt. As someone who can really struggle with trousers, I have found Chinos a very versitile style for my apple body shape, especially as they show off a bit of ankle and sit a little higher on the waist.
What to pair with them?
My one style rule: keep your top half fitted - tuck it in (full or french), to show off the waistband. Chinos work best with a simple t-shirt or sweatshirt, a more tailored shirt, your favourite lightweight knit or a summery vest, anything that can be tucked in. In addition chinos look great with a jacket - a structured, slightly oversized blazer is perfect especially when paired with a simple white tee or for a more casual look opt, for the classic denim jacket or a more edgy leather jacket.
The Footwear
Trainers or flat sandals are no brainers with this style, playing on the casual nature of the trouser, but a wedged espadrille or classic court shoe can also look great and add some height - perfect for us vertically challenged ladies. Dependant on the cut and length, ankle boots also work really well too but stick with a simple, slender pair - sock boots in particular are ideal as they sit under the cuff without adding bulk to the ankle.
The Accessories
I would personally go for a crossbody or tote bag, a summery straw style bag especially would be a great pairing, adds a bit of fun. If you do tuck in your top, pop on a belt and go for one with a statement buckle - adds detail and helps to define the waist. I also love adding a classic fedora on a cooler day, something so chic about finishing off an outfit with a hat.
How would you style a pair of chinos?
Image Credits: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12
How would you style a pair of chinos?
Image Credits: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12
How to Wear: Chinos
Introducing the chino, the newest trouser style in my wardrobe and a welcome change to my normal choice of skinny jeans. Now when I say chino, this in my world means a loose fit style trouser usually made from cotton, with a rolled up cuff and they are typically in Khaki green but as you will see above there are some great other colours too - grey & a classic beige.
I have a khaki pair from last summer that I lived in, so much lighter than jeans, a stylish summer alternative. My chosen pair were from Mint Velvet (uniform allowance) and are back again in the range this season (Button Pocket Chino) along with a new grey paperbag waist style that are gorgeous - as modelled above (image 2) by one of my collegues, the lovely Emily and styled with the Tie Sleeve Sweatshirt. As someone who can really struggle with trousers, I have found Chinos a very versitile style for my apple body shape, especially as they show off a bit of ankle and sit a little higher on the waist.
What to pair with them?
My one style rule: keep your top half fitted - tuck it in (full or french), to show off the waistband. Chinos work best with a simple t-shirt or sweatshirt, a more tailored shirt, your favourite lightweight knit or a summery vest, anything that can be tucked in. In addition chinos look great with a jacket - a structured, slightly oversized blazer is perfect especially when paired with a simple white tee or for a more casual look opt, for the classic denim jacket or a more edgy leather jacket.
The Footwear
Trainers or flat sandals are no brainers with this style, playing on the casual nature of the trouser, but a wedged espadrille or classic court shoe can also look great and add some height - perfect for us vertically challenged ladies. Dependant on the cut and length, ankle boots also work really well too but stick with a simple, slender pair - sock boots in particular are ideal as they sit under the cuff without adding bulk to the ankle.
The Accessories
I would personally go for a crossbody or tote bag, a summery straw style bag especially would be a great pairing, adds a bit of fun. If you do tuck in your top, pop on a belt and go for one with a statement buckle - adds detail and helps to define the waist. I also love adding a classic fedora on a cooler day, something so chic about finishing off an outfit with a hat.
How would you style a pair of chinos?
Image Credits: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12
How would you style a pair of chinos?
Image Credits: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12
Back with a new installment to my "How to Wear" series, sharing inspirations on how to style shorts, when your not on the beach....
Such a versitile piece to have in your wardrobe - can be kept super low key and casual, or really dressed up. Until recently I have shied away from shorts, for me they were simply a holiday item of clothing, not easy to wear day to day and for me not the most flattering....that is until i discovered paperbag waist shorts. This style of shorts has completely changed my opinion and has opened my eyes to just how versitile they actually are. For me they are a great piece to wear on my mum days, my legs are out but no chance of flashing knickers while I am crawling around soft play or running after my newly walking toddler.
So first up are you a floaty, cotton or denim shorts kinda girl...choose your style, length & colour, then your ready to style them up.
What to pair with them?
Shorts are one of those pieces, that seem to work with every kind of top, I love to style mine up with a basic or slogan T-shirt, jersey vest, silky camis and slouchy shirts. I always tend to go a little oversized with my tops, then do a french tuck in the front to give my waist definition. I think shorts look so much more than beach wear when teamed with a jacket, be that a blazer, denim or biker. Personally I really like a paperbag waist pair of shorts styled with a classic tee and a blazer, this is my go to combination. As you can see from the styling inspiration images above there are so many ways to style, dependant on the occassion.
The Footwear
Again because shorts are so versitile, most footwear styles work. I tend to go for simple white trainers, my go to flat tan sandals, birkenstocks or on a cooler day slouchy ankle boots but I do appreciate something a little sexier, teaming shorts with a heel for a night out. I think as long as you make sure your footwear reflects your choice of top, then anything goes.
The Accessories
My favourite part of styling up any outfit....the accessories! I love to add a panama hat, a cute summery straw bag or something a little more structured (usually in tan), plently of boho jewellery especially layered necklaces. Shorts afterall are predominatly a summer style so embracing the sunshine and accessorizing accordingly is so much fun. Also if you are tucking in your top, a detailed belt is a great addition, adds interest as well as waist definition - I really like a western inspired belt teamed with an oversized shirt.
How to Wear: Shorts
Back with a new installment to my "How to Wear" series, sharing inspirations on how to style shorts, when your not on the beach....
Such a versitile piece to have in your wardrobe - can be kept super low key and casual, or really dressed up. Until recently I have shied away from shorts, for me they were simply a holiday item of clothing, not easy to wear day to day and for me not the most flattering....that is until i discovered paperbag waist shorts. This style of shorts has completely changed my opinion and has opened my eyes to just how versitile they actually are. For me they are a great piece to wear on my mum days, my legs are out but no chance of flashing knickers while I am crawling around soft play or running after my newly walking toddler.
So first up are you a floaty, cotton or denim shorts kinda girl...choose your style, length & colour, then your ready to style them up.
What to pair with them?
Shorts are one of those pieces, that seem to work with every kind of top, I love to style mine up with a basic or slogan T-shirt, jersey vest, silky camis and slouchy shirts. I always tend to go a little oversized with my tops, then do a french tuck in the front to give my waist definition. I think shorts look so much more than beach wear when teamed with a jacket, be that a blazer, denim or biker. Personally I really like a paperbag waist pair of shorts styled with a classic tee and a blazer, this is my go to combination. As you can see from the styling inspiration images above there are so many ways to style, dependant on the occassion.
The Footwear
Again because shorts are so versitile, most footwear styles work. I tend to go for simple white trainers, my go to flat tan sandals, birkenstocks or on a cooler day slouchy ankle boots but I do appreciate something a little sexier, teaming shorts with a heel for a night out. I think as long as you make sure your footwear reflects your choice of top, then anything goes.
The Accessories
My favourite part of styling up any outfit....the accessories! I love to add a panama hat, a cute summery straw bag or something a little more structured (usually in tan), plently of boho jewellery especially layered necklaces. Shorts afterall are predominatly a summer style so embracing the sunshine and accessorizing accordingly is so much fun. Also if you are tucking in your top, a detailed belt is a great addition, adds interest as well as waist definition - I really like a western inspired belt teamed with an oversized shirt.
So far this season the stand out trend for me has to be the pleated midi skirt - such a versatile piece that can be worn now or layered up when the weather turns. Today I wanted to share three ways I would style this gorgeous black chiffon skirt from Mint Velvet. As I have said before, I am more Primark than Prada, so I have tried to include a variety of brands and price points, channeling the best way to put an outfit together (more about the High & Low method here...).
So my first outfit is an easy everyday look. Styling the skirt with a basic slogan tee, Converse trainers and a cute pastel cross-body bag. A perfect look for shopping, or a day out with the family but would also be great for a casual work environment, maybe dress down Fridays.
Next up something for those hot summer days - teaming a strappy mustard cami, with an on-trend round straw bag (IT accessory for the summer), simple tan leather slides and a pop of print with this cute tropical headband.
Finally something for those cooler days. Embracing THE trend of AW18, leopard print with these statement ankle boots - I love a midi skirt with ankle boots, very chic. Keeping the rest of the outfit simple with a lightweight grey knit tucked in, a biker jacket thrown over the top and finished off with a classic black fedora.
So which is your favourite look? or do you have an alternative combination to share?
Shopping links:
Look One: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, "Je taime" lips tee - New Look {Old}, Sunday tee - Primark, Converse Pastel rose sneakers - Office, Lilac Cloud satchel - Cambridge Satchel Co {Old}
Look Two: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Cami top - H&M, Knot headband - ASOS, Loupe sandals - Dune, Round straw tote - Wood/Grey
Look Three: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Tilda crew neck jumper - Boden, Biker Jacket - Topshop, Black Fedora - New Look, Leopard print ankle boots - New Look
Street style imagery credits: 1/2/3/4
So which is your favourite look? or do you have an alternative combination to share?
Shopping links:
Look One: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, "Je taime" lips tee - New Look {Old}, Sunday tee - Primark, Converse Pastel rose sneakers - Office, Lilac Cloud satchel - Cambridge Satchel Co {Old}
Look Two: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Cami top - H&M, Knot headband - ASOS, Loupe sandals - Dune, Round straw tote - Wood/Grey
Look Three: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Tilda crew neck jumper - Boden, Biker Jacket - Topshop, Black Fedora - New Look, Leopard print ankle boots - New Look
Street style imagery credits: 1/2/3/4
3 Ways to Wear: Pleated Midi Skirt
So far this season the stand out trend for me has to be the pleated midi skirt - such a versatile piece that can be worn now or layered up when the weather turns. Today I wanted to share three ways I would style this gorgeous black chiffon skirt from Mint Velvet. As I have said before, I am more Primark than Prada, so I have tried to include a variety of brands and price points, channeling the best way to put an outfit together (more about the High & Low method here...).
So my first outfit is an easy everyday look. Styling the skirt with a basic slogan tee, Converse trainers and a cute pastel cross-body bag. A perfect look for shopping, or a day out with the family but would also be great for a casual work environment, maybe dress down Fridays.
Next up something for those hot summer days - teaming a strappy mustard cami, with an on-trend round straw bag (IT accessory for the summer), simple tan leather slides and a pop of print with this cute tropical headband.
Finally something for those cooler days. Embracing THE trend of AW18, leopard print with these statement ankle boots - I love a midi skirt with ankle boots, very chic. Keeping the rest of the outfit simple with a lightweight grey knit tucked in, a biker jacket thrown over the top and finished off with a classic black fedora.
So which is your favourite look? or do you have an alternative combination to share?
Shopping links:
Look One: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, "Je taime" lips tee - New Look {Old}, Sunday tee - Primark, Converse Pastel rose sneakers - Office, Lilac Cloud satchel - Cambridge Satchel Co {Old}
Look Two: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Cami top - H&M, Knot headband - ASOS, Loupe sandals - Dune, Round straw tote - Wood/Grey
Look Three: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Tilda crew neck jumper - Boden, Biker Jacket - Topshop, Black Fedora - New Look, Leopard print ankle boots - New Look
Street style imagery credits: 1/2/3/4
So which is your favourite look? or do you have an alternative combination to share?
Shopping links:
Look One: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, "Je taime" lips tee - New Look {Old}, Sunday tee - Primark, Converse Pastel rose sneakers - Office, Lilac Cloud satchel - Cambridge Satchel Co {Old}
Look Two: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Cami top - H&M, Knot headband - ASOS, Loupe sandals - Dune, Round straw tote - Wood/Grey
Look Three: Black pleated midi skirt - Mint Velvet, Tilda crew neck jumper - Boden, Biker Jacket - Topshop, Black Fedora - New Look, Leopard print ankle boots - New Look
Street style imagery credits: 1/2/3/4
Aim of the game with this months fashion item, is to style this historically utility associated garment and a) not look like a dock worker or b) look like a toddler. I believe that there are two ways to wear - casually with a tee & trainers or dressed up with heels and a statement bag. Most options around on the highstreet currently are in either traditional denim /gorgeous pastel coloured denim or summery cotton. I actually fell in love with the idea of dungarees when i was pregnant, very cute and bump accommodating but was so unsure how to style.
Personally i see the dungaree as a transitional piece, ideal for those spring & autumn days, when you need a little more coverage, teamed with bare ankles and a great tee. Dungarees would be a lot harder to style in the winter, cute with ankle boots, but a coat layered over the top would hide your silhouette, which this piece really shows off however there is something cute about teaming it with a chunky, slouchy knit (see image below) for a off duty weekend look. A buttoned up denim shirt also seems like a great layering option.
As usual below are some of my favourite looks, inspiration for "ways to wear" .....which is your favourite?
As per usual, my favourite fashionista Blair from @atlanticpacific has hit the style nail on the head! She appears to have go to combinations for styling up her dungarees - a striped tee and killer accessories, I especially love the white and baby pink outfit above, a very spring feminine take on the trend and a great balance to a masculine garment. I also really love her sophisticated tartan/plaid "workwear" look, teamed with a classic camel coat, not a traditional way to wear but very modern business woman.
How would you style a pair of dungarees?
How to Wear: Dungarees
Aim of the game with this months fashion item, is to style this historically utility associated garment and a) not look like a dock worker or b) look like a toddler. I believe that there are two ways to wear - casually with a tee & trainers or dressed up with heels and a statement bag. Most options around on the highstreet currently are in either traditional denim /gorgeous pastel coloured denim or summery cotton. I actually fell in love with the idea of dungarees when i was pregnant, very cute and bump accommodating but was so unsure how to style.
Personally i see the dungaree as a transitional piece, ideal for those spring & autumn days, when you need a little more coverage, teamed with bare ankles and a great tee. Dungarees would be a lot harder to style in the winter, cute with ankle boots, but a coat layered over the top would hide your silhouette, which this piece really shows off however there is something cute about teaming it with a chunky, slouchy knit (see image below) for a off duty weekend look. A buttoned up denim shirt also seems like a great layering option.
As usual below are some of my favourite looks, inspiration for "ways to wear" .....which is your favourite?
As per usual, my favourite fashionista Blair from @atlanticpacific has hit the style nail on the head! She appears to have go to combinations for styling up her dungarees - a striped tee and killer accessories, I especially love the white and baby pink outfit above, a very spring feminine take on the trend and a great balance to a masculine garment. I also really love her sophisticated tartan/plaid "workwear" look, teamed with a classic camel coat, not a traditional way to wear but very modern business woman.
How would you style a pair of dungarees?
Welcome back fellow fashionistas, has been a while since i wrote a post in this series but felt so inspired this week, when i saw a beautiful green outfit styled up by the gorgeous Blair Eadie. For me green isn't a colour i have ever worn except for the odd splash of khaki, mainly as it reminds me too much of Kermit the frog, however some of the deep emerald colours seen on Blair are gorgeous and although i wont be rocking this head to toe, i definetely need to pick up a great jacket or top to add into my wardrobe.
Starting small with a green bag or a bold accessory like tassel earrings is a great way to introduce any colour. Then i would step it up with a simple knitwear piece or classic coat/jacket, a perfect partner for your favourite denim. Next comes head to toe...as with any statement look try to layer shades and textures to give the outfit depth - a printed dress under a coat or perhaps a chic pyjama suit like above.
I love elements of all the looks featured in this post but for me the most inspirational are the three below. As i mentioned, it was a Blair Eadie look that inspired this post and these three are the outfits that i connected with and really want to recreate. Attention to detail in these looks is phenomenal - how does she make a simple breton tee, denim dungarees and a beret look so friggin chic? I think this is how I would like to add green to an outfit, adding to a pieces I already enjoy wearing like denim. If you love these looks too, check out my Style Spotlight on Blair, featuring more amazing looks.
*Image credits - Main Image & inspirations shots taken from Pinterest. Final 3 via theatlanticpacific.com
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How to Wear: Green
Welcome back fellow fashionistas, has been a while since i wrote a post in this series but felt so inspired this week, when i saw a beautiful green outfit styled up by the gorgeous Blair Eadie. For me green isn't a colour i have ever worn except for the odd splash of khaki, mainly as it reminds me too much of Kermit the frog, however some of the deep emerald colours seen on Blair are gorgeous and although i wont be rocking this head to toe, i definetely need to pick up a great jacket or top to add into my wardrobe.
Starting small with a green bag or a bold accessory like tassel earrings is a great way to introduce any colour. Then i would step it up with a simple knitwear piece or classic coat/jacket, a perfect partner for your favourite denim. Next comes head to toe...as with any statement look try to layer shades and textures to give the outfit depth - a printed dress under a coat or perhaps a chic pyjama suit like above.
I love elements of all the looks featured in this post but for me the most inspirational are the three below. As i mentioned, it was a Blair Eadie look that inspired this post and these three are the outfits that i connected with and really want to recreate. Attention to detail in these looks is phenomenal - how does she make a simple breton tee, denim dungarees and a beret look so friggin chic? I think this is how I would like to add green to an outfit, adding to a pieces I already enjoy wearing like denim. If you love these looks too, check out my Style Spotlight on Blair, featuring more amazing looks.
*Image credits - Main Image & inspirations shots taken from Pinterest. Final 3 via theatlanticpacific.com
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A firm fashion favourite for 2017, the pleated midi skirt is back and more sassy than ever. The perfect piece that can be dressed up or down, works for so many different looks and genres of style - even the least girly girl out there can rock a pleated midi with the right accessories. This style of skirt can be kept simple with a basic tee/jumper and a classic clutch or jazzed up with contrasting textures and fun accessories. After a few reincarnations, this time round the pleated midi is all about variety - in both fabrication and colour. Available in statement metallics, pretty pastels, rich primaries as well as the classics - some many choices. Metallics in particular are proving to be a favourite on the street, allowing a touch of glamour to be added to an everyday look - i myself have embraced the trend and added a blush pink with silver flecks version (from Primark) to my wardrobe and have been styling it up with a slogan tee and converse. Speaking of converse, the pleated midi works with so many different shoes - trainers, heels, sandals even ankle boots.
My favourite looks from this post would have to be the header image - simple and girly, keeping the whole look tonal in this beautiful lilac palette, with a statement on-trend bag. The second would have to be the centre image below - a different take on the pleated skirt in plush pink velvet, teamed with a simple sweatshirt and the most amazing statement shoes...glitter, embellishment and pompoms ❤. Finally in contrast to the super girly, i am also really into the black skirt and Kenzo jumper combo, the ankle boots toughed up the look whilst the sunglasses and simple hair keep it looking cool and everyday.
How do you style up your midi skirt - are you in the pastels or metallics camp?
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How to Wear: Pleated Midi Skirt
A firm fashion favourite for 2017, the pleated midi skirt is back and more sassy than ever. The perfect piece that can be dressed up or down, works for so many different looks and genres of style - even the least girly girl out there can rock a pleated midi with the right accessories. This style of skirt can be kept simple with a basic tee/jumper and a classic clutch or jazzed up with contrasting textures and fun accessories. After a few reincarnations, this time round the pleated midi is all about variety - in both fabrication and colour. Available in statement metallics, pretty pastels, rich primaries as well as the classics - some many choices. Metallics in particular are proving to be a favourite on the street, allowing a touch of glamour to be added to an everyday look - i myself have embraced the trend and added a blush pink with silver flecks version (from Primark) to my wardrobe and have been styling it up with a slogan tee and converse. Speaking of converse, the pleated midi works with so many different shoes - trainers, heels, sandals even ankle boots.
My favourite looks from this post would have to be the header image - simple and girly, keeping the whole look tonal in this beautiful lilac palette, with a statement on-trend bag. The second would have to be the centre image below - a different take on the pleated skirt in plush pink velvet, teamed with a simple sweatshirt and the most amazing statement shoes...glitter, embellishment and pompoms ❤. Finally in contrast to the super girly, i am also really into the black skirt and Kenzo jumper combo, the ankle boots toughed up the look whilst the sunglasses and simple hair keep it looking cool and everyday.
How do you style up your midi skirt - are you in the pastels or metallics camp?
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