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Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts

Tuesday, 22 November 2016

Christmas - let the countdown commence...


Christmas is just a few short weeks away. The decorations are up across the city, and festive shopping is in full swing.

December is one of my favourite times of year to dress for. Barring festival season, it's the only time it's acceptable to wear glitter and sequins - so what's not to love about it.

Christmas parties are just around the corner, and New Years Eve will follow shortly after, so for my latest post I wanted to do a round-up of the best looks for the holiday season ahead.

1. Over-the-knee boots 

The original over-the-knee boots are the stunning Stuart Weitzman's. Every winter they make a comeback, so are certainly worth the £665 investment. Alternatively, ASOS, River Island, and Kurt Geiger, have some great alternatives.

Over-the-knee boots look amazing in almost every colour, as proven by the likes of Millie Mackintosh, Gigi Hadid, and Olivia Palermo. Black does of course offer the most versatility, but grey and tan suede also look beaut. 


2. Embellishment 

This is the perfect time of year to dust of your sparkles and sequins, just in time for the party season. If you don't already have any, then now is the time to make the purchase. 

From Topshop and River Island, to Missguided and ASOS, most stores on the high street have started to stock up on their finest embellished pieces. 

Despite what many may think, sparkles and sequins can be dressed as up or down as you wish. Pair a sequin top with mom jeans for a casual look, or sport an embellished dress with a classic heel, for a smarter evening look - either way you'll be making a stunning statement for the festive season.  



3. Lace 

Lace looks fab all year round, but the best black, dark green, and burgundy pieces start to hit the shops in the winter.

Just about everywhere on the high street has well and truly welcomed the lace trend with open arms this season. Zara, Topshop, Mango, Missguided, and River Island have everything from lace blouses, crop tops, and dresses, to lace jumpsuits and playsuits, so are well worth a visit.

Personal favourites include the black Mango jumpsuit, as well as the green dress, and floral embroidered lace crop - both from my go-to, Topshop.



4. Florals 

Swap your pastel florals, for red, forest green, and burnt orange florals, to achieve a flawless autumn/winter look. 

Dark florals are great for occasions such as winter weddings, christenings, or the office Christmas party,  as well as for day-to-day wear or a night on the town. 

For premium florals, Dolce and Gabbana and Kenzo are great, or for something a little more affordable, check out the usual Topshop, ASOS, and Missguided. 


5. Puffer jackets

Stella McCartney showcased a collection full of puffer jackets for autumn/winter 2016 back in March, so as soon as we hit September, everywhere started to get stocked up for the season ahead. 

Shortly after, in October, my lovely boyfriend bought me my very own from Topshop, with the most amazing faux fur hood. 

Zara and Topshop have the best puffer jackets on the high street - which are perfect for keeping warm this winter. 


:)

x

By Jessica Simm

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Tuesday, 22 December 2015

'Tis the season...


Christmas week is finally upon us, so for my latest post I wanted to do a round-up of some of the best party-worthy pieces I have come across this festive season.

As always, my go-to place has been Topshop, having purchased a number of stunning pieces in recent weeks - my favourite being, the premium white suit trousers which I wore for this year's office Christmas party with an embellished crop tee.

Like Topshop, Zara and AllSaints both have lots of pieces perfect for this season - the dresses and midi skirts in particular are personal favourites.

Here are just a few of my top high street finds, ideal for this Christmas...

Topshop

Topshop

Topshop

Topshop

Topshop

Zara

Zara

Zara

Zara

AllSaints 

AllSaints

:) 

x

By Jessica Simm

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Sunday, 13 December 2015

11 things on my 2015 Christmas wish list...


Christmas is rapidly approaching and with less than two weeks to go until the big day, I thought it was the perfect time to start thinking about my 2015 wish list. 

This year I've gone a little shoe crazy, first the Zara loafers, then the thigh high Chloe boots, the fringed Topshop heels, and of course the knitted Nike Roches, are all on my wish list for this year. 

In terms of accessories, I have been on the lookout for a new watch for a few weeks now and Larsson and Jennings has lots to choose from. Whether you're after a leather strap, rose gold or silver, the brand literally has every option imaginable. 

The Saint Laurent croc skin bag is also on my wish list, as is the beaut Thomas Sabo 'Hand of Fatima' anklet - which would be perfect for summer.

I have also picked out some amazing pieces from Topshop and Zara - and of course, it wouldn't be Christmas without a new dressing gown. 

There are far too many things to include on my list, but here's my top 11...


1. Zara

2. Chloe

3. Saint Laurent 

4. Zara

5. Larsson & Jennings

6. Topshop

7. Topshop

8. Thomas Sabo

9. Zara

10. Nike

11. Topshop

:) 

x

By Jessica Simm

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