Introduction to the 'boy'.....

Looking at various street styles from this years fashion weeks it is becoming very obvious that there is a new women around town: She is called The Tomboy! 

(above photos taken from vogue.com)

(photo taken from google)

(Photo taken from befrassy.com)

(Photo taken from weworewhat.com)

I've tried the trend a few times (typical outfit of black jeans, wedge trainers, jumper and black beanie) and I must admit - it is so lovely not having to worry about holding your tummy in the whole day and I really like the androgynous look (like the photos above). However, I find that I feel more 'relaxed' (probably because i'm so comfy) so I tend not to do as much during the day!

Another down side to it - I don't think i'm 'cool' enough to pull it off...and it's probably by sub conscious but my make up doesn't last the whole day...so I tend not to feel my best on these days! 

However - the tomboy trend may suit you! 

And I do love my collection of beanies that I now have!

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Last Weeks Outfits...

Sorry for the lack of 'fashion related' posts - been a busy week getting rid of this chest infection (yuck!)

But here are a couple of my Instagram outfits....

ASOS leather trousers, Topshop boots, Jigsaw top

I bought this bun doughnut from Primark last week and it was the extra large one! It's amazing - but my hair barely fits round it :(

Dorothy Perkins army jacket, Topshop jeans, River Island chelsea boots, YSL arty ring.

My friend gave this jacket to me last week, so thought i'd give the army trend a go!

Zara shirt, ASOS Leather trousers, Chanel bag, YSL arty ring

I love monochrome - which is lucky considering my wardrobe is mainly black and white! (how boring...!)

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INSTAGRAM OUTFITS....

Last week I was suffering from a really horrible chest infection, so apologies for one of the outfits where I really haven't made much of an effort (stripey top!)!

Wearing: Dorothy Perkins jumper, Topshop necklace, Topshop jeans, Converses

(This is my comfy outfit!)

Wearing Jigsaw navy top, HM flower trousers, Topshop necklace, Topman beanie and Dorothy Perkins wedge trainers.

Wearing Primark jumper, HM neon necklace, Topshop black skinny jeans.

 London Fashion Week Oufit

Wearing ASOS leather trousers, HM black poloneck, Dorothy Perkins leather sleeve coat, Topshop neon beanie, Celine bag, Topshop neon heels.

I love my new neon beanie, but i'm pretty sure if I went and stood in the dark you would still be able to see me! (It really is that bright!)

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LFW DAKS AW13.....

What a morning!!

So yesterday was the start of London Fashion Week - always an exciting time for London. And this year I was very lucky to be invited to the DAKS show (always a personal favourite!)

I wanted to make sure my friend Sarah and I were there on good time so we could people watch and grab a coffee before the 9am show. Well..... thanks to the District Line being shut we ended up running (yes running....) in heels from Westminster to Somerset House. Normally I don't mind a good sprint, but when you've been suffering from a chest infection all week this was possibly the worst thing I could have done!

Anyway.....we got there and just in the nick of time!

As always DAKS had a fabulous collection (I want the whole collection in my wardrobe!) where their collection 'combines quintessential British style and dedication to luxury fibres with craftsmanship and the art of pattern cutter.' (Quoted from the little booklet we received on our seats!)

This year the collection was inspired from Charlotte Ramplings 'sophisticated, effortless and sometimes androgynous style.' The models all had slicked back, middle parting hair styles which were really strong and the music accompanying them down the catwalk was an amazing cover of Billy Idols White Wedding. The oversized shapes and layering of the outfits really did give this collection a masculine feel. 

Here are a couple of my favourite outfits from the show.

My favourite pieces were:

The silver heels (I developed serious shoe envy throughout this show!!)

The over sized jumpers 

Metallic v-neck sweaters

Fluid trousers

Sheer panelled jumpsuits

Cropped leather jacket

A-line skirt

Oversized coats

What a way to start the weekend! (and I don't mean nearly missing the show..) 

DAKS have really lived up to their British label and made a great collection that is also very wearable!

(I'm now going to hunt for the cover of the White Wedding song they were playing!)

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BRIGHT WHITE.....

Yes, you may be thinking....'how boring another shoe post'. But I have a very valuable reason!! White heels are back with a vengeance.....so I have to give them some attention and write about them!

When I was younger I remember going shopping with my mum and I saw a pair of cheap white mid-heels that I really really wanted. Sadly I was not allowed them as according to my mother 'they were horribly tacky.'

Looking back I have to agree, they were so plastic and white and just nasty. BUT this seasons white heels are in, just make sure they don't look too plastic. And please please please keep 'em clean!!

Alexander wang Heels

Racing Stripes and White heels

White Wedge Heels

Pastel Colours and White Heels

Boyfriend Jeans teamed with White Heels



Get a pair here from ASOS

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(All photos in this post were taken from Pinterest. The links are under the photos)

'Snapbacks Back'....

For me, the snapback/cap really came to light when BOY London came to the high street a couple of months ago. 

I was still unsure as I don't consider myself 'cool' enough to wear one.....!

However, as some of you may know it is currently New York Fashion Week and one of my favourite shows so far was the Herve Leger show...and here is why.

  

 The models all look amazing. They all wore black caps with every outfit, be it a printed black and white midi dress or a leather mix outfit. It just worked so well. 

So, now I am 100% converted snapback wearer and am now on a venture to find my own, hopefully in time for London Fashion Week.

I found a couple here:

ASOS metal plate cap 

Leather Cap

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This weeks INSTAGRAM OUTFITS....

I wore this outfit out on Friday.

Topshop skirts, Topshop crop top and Dorothy Perkins wedge trainers

This was my 'boy' inspired outfit!

Topman beanie, Asos jumpsuit, Dorothy Perkins jumper, Converse

This is my 'go to jumper' when I don't know what to wear!

Jumper - Arcadia sample sale, American Apparel disco pants, Topshop necklace and neon shoes.

Another black and white outfit.....!

Topshop snake cigarette pants, Zara jumper, Asos cuff, Topshop hat, Dune wedge Chelsea boots.

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