Jumpsuit Joy

Jumpsuits (or onesies as my sons like to call them) are a particularly versatile piece to have in your wardrobe.  They are great to throw on when you're unsure of what to wear and work as well with trainers/flats in the day as they do with heels for the evening.

Here's my edit of my current favourites:

Trend Watch Autumn/Winter '17 - Polka Dots

Polka dots are a wardrobe classic and whilst they never go out of fashion they sometimes do take a back seat.  

However this year were truly resurrected, taking a main role on the Autumn/Winter catwalks where they were paired with intricate pleats and ruffles and made super-sized in monochrome. 

They are now seen scattered throughout the High Street, my edit of which follows after the usual Pinterest inspiration...

Before moving onto my edit of all things Polka Dot, check out this top and this dress  both from H&M and whilst this gap dress isn't actually polka dot it is well worth a look!

Enjoy my Polka Dot Edit (Scroll down to view)

Sue xx

A Touch of Pink

February never seems to last very long does it?  We are almost done with it already and it seems it just began a couple of days ago.  It is probably a good thing as it is generally a damp and dismal month. Aside from providing us with the chance to stuff ourselves senseless on pancakes and receive chocs and flowers it really is a nonenity, just 28/29 days to pass between January and March.

As we slip closer to March I have found myself thinking about including a touch of pink in my wardrobe and this outfit below would give me the chance to wear my bargain Boden leopard shoes too!

My Best Buys for Keeping Warm this Winter

Well, I've finally got my Blog mo-jo back after Christmas. It has taken a few weeks but here I am.

I have been running a few ideas through my head over the past few weeks of Blog silence and this morning I finally decided that my first post of 2016 would be about the lovely snuggly purchases I have made over the last few months. The ones that are keeping me going through this damp, cold and frosty (finally!) January.

Let's start with loungewear/nightwear...

This piece from M&S a few months ago, is fabulous for lounging on the sofa and also sooo cosy for sleeping in. Unfortunately it's sold out online. But...

Which Denim Jacket for Autumn Layering?


Following on from my post earlier this week all about using your denim jacket as a layering piece into Autumn, I have had a good old browse and come up with these beauties which are available to buy now...

Summer Basic: Brilliant Bretons Part II

Top Row to Bottom Row; Left to Right
Top:RIVER ISLAND Stripe Wrap Shirt £34.99; VILA Stripe Top £26; ZARA Striped Shirt £25.99
Bottom:MARKS & SPENCER Pure Linen Striped Shirt £28.00; MARKS & SPENCER 3/4 sleeve drape shirt £29.50

Well lovely readers, here is Part II of my Brillliant Bretons' series.  I have begun with some gorgeous shirts as seen above.  

The River Island Stripe Wrap shirt and Marks and Spencer Drape Shirt have both been a big hit so far this season, with ladies of all different shapes and sizes adding it to their wardrobes.  It's easy to wear and can be dressed up or down for different occasions; looking as good with jeans as it does with a tailored skirt or trousers. A fab everyday shirt. The blue and white stripe adds a freshness to basics and is easy to coordinate with many different separates, looking particularly good with a navy long line blazer and jeans.  

I am loving the horizontal stripes on the Vila and Zara shirts, providing a chic alternative to a Breton tee or sweater.  

And Marks and Spencer have done it again with this pure linen pale blue and white striped shirt with a price of £28 (less if you are lucky enough to buy it on a discount day - I got mine for £22.40) - It's a versatile staple piece which will look as good on a British High Street with jeans as it will on an Italian beach with denim cut-offs. Moving on...

Top Row to Bottom Row; Left to Right
Top:  IRIS & INK Cotton Mini Dress £65; H&M Fine Knit Dress £19.99; ASOS Shift Dress £26
Bottom: ASOS Maxi Dress £55; HUSH Contrast Catherine Dress £45; NEW LOOK Tunic £17.99

If I could afford it I would have one of each of these in my wardrobe, but as I can't I would choose the ASOS Maxi Dress as I am sadly lacking in maxi dresses.  Generally I avoid them as they make me feel like I have left the house in my nightie but this one looks more stylish than most and could be worn on its own or with a sweatshirt/sweater over it on chillier days as done so well by Alex recently at the Frugality.com.
The H&M dress reminds me of a Petit Bateau dress I purchased last year with the cheeky ribbon on the back neck and would look great with flat sandals.
I have been a fan of HUSH for 11 years now and each of their collections is consistently good;  I am more than a little tempted to try out this Catherine dress.

Whilst searching for Breton basics, I came across several accessory items which I must share with you,

Top Row to Bottom Row; Left to Right
Top: VIOLETA by MANGO Cotton Bag £29.99; GAP Lace up Espadrilles £25; J CREW Embroidered Beach Tunic £78
Middle: H&M Espadrilles £7.99; ZARA Pleated Skirt £39.99; GAP Straw Tote £34.95
Bottom: MANGO Big Linen Tote £16.99; TED BAKER Beach Dress£69; ZARA Leather Espadrilles £39.99

I particularly have my eye on the GAP straw tote which looks very similar to this Sensi Studio one at Matches Fashion but at a more realistic price.

Oooo  and I like these too from NEXT at £20,

wear with a white or black top  and espadrilles like these.

Enjoy choosing your favourite nautical piece, and let me know which you choose - I always love to hear from you.
See you later in the week for some pompom and tasseltastic picks...

Sue