Carven Lust

Everyone woman has a weakness when it comes to shopping. Some women prefer sprugling on make up, others cars, others clothes, others shoes and bags. I fall in the category of shoes for the most part. Last winter during the sale season I want H.A.M. I bought so many 'trendy' shoes and I grabbed amazing pieces. A year later those Stella McCartney Loafers, Croon Glitter Brogues and & Other Stories Loafers have hardly been worn. I've noticed I tend to wear my favorite designers more, i.e.: Ferragamo Varina's, my Chanel Flats and Carven Flats. 

You all know I lust after Carven Shoes, the brand just never ceases to amaze me. All My Carven shoes make my minimal outfits stand-out while adding a feminine finishing. Not to mention they are super comfortable. 

Outfit Details:

Long Zara Sweater Tunic 

Banana Republic Trousers 

Topshop Faux Fur Coat similar in different print (here) + color (here) 

Zara Faux Fur Scarf similar (here)

Gucci Monogram Boston Bag similar (here)

Carven Bow Flats on sale (here) I wish I got mine at this PRICE!!!

Plum Revlon Lipstick (here) + similar (here)

I wore this all black outfit to church last Sunday and loved the coziness of the it, However, wearing all black to church I thought I'm not going to a funeral and last minute threw on my bright ankle bow Carven Flats, that I scored from Avenue32 during the summer sales. Have a blessed Monday and Week ahead. 

Xx

Photographer: Oluwatosin Ogunlesi 
Now Listening to: Gavin DeGraw - 'Fire'

Grey Skies

Sorry for the last of post this week thus far. I have been working hard and wedding planning has been taking up a lot of my time. I hope you haven't noticed too much!

I wore this outfit on Sunday. I was running a bit late again and had to throw something on in a jiffy. I initially wanted to wear my vintage yellow trench coat (mac coat for UK readers). However, it was really grey and cold outside, thus I had to throw on a coat. No complaints this time, as it actually worked out fine. I guess it's time to invest in a nice quality Spring coat.

Outfit Details:

ASOS Flap Blouse: similar (here)

HM Grey Coat love this (here) + (here)

Gucci Monogram Bag Similar (here) + from my closet: (here)

Ferragamo Leopard Print Varina's similar (here)

ZFSowho Brass Ring shop collection (here)

Photographer: Oluwatosin Ogunlesi 
Now Listening to: Alex Isley - 'Don't Do'

A Green Obession

For the last couple of weeks I have been wearing so much green. I didn't notice until my Instagram account looked like a forest. Green is my favourite colour. I am subconsciously drawn to it time and time again. This Topshop green coat is trendy, chic + surprisingly warm. I have gotten some nice coats this season... I scored this particular coat for £40 on sale! I love when I go to the counter and I expect to spend a certain amount on an item and it's cheaper than you expected! Every fashionista's dream!

Outfit Details:

Topshop Mohair Coat different color (here)

Zara Navy Crop Trousers similar (here)

COS Top similar (here)

Vintage Necklaces similar (here) + (here) <---buy 50="" get="" one="" p="">

Vintage Gucci Shoulder bag

Assorted Bangles

ASOS Finger Rings (here)

Carven Ankle Bow Heels (Old Season)

Have a blessed weekend! *kisses*

Photographer: Theresa Dickson of Glanceobservecapture 

Kicked Out

If you follow me on Instagram you saw me trying on these Amazing Lanvin Sneakers this weekend. Lately, I have been obsessed with High Tops. Sneakers have always been a staple in my shoe closet, to satisfy the inner tomboy in me. The trend for wearing sneakers comes and goes; however, they will always be a go to for me, especially for rainy days in Edinburgh! I currently adore Lanvin Sneakers at the moment, they are cute, sleek and very very comfortable. 

Lanvin's aren't very trendy (to me) thus they will be like converse which are timeless classics. Oddly enough I like buying items that aren't obviously designer from time to time (don't shoot me when I wear my monogram bags though, thank you.)

Nevertheless, here are some hightop sneakers that are amazing at the moment:

Balenciaga Leather and Suede High Tops (here), Red Versace Patent Leather High Top Sneakers (here), Blue Lanvin High Top Sneakers on sale (here), LOVE these Lanvin Leather High Tops (here), Gucci Neon High Top Sneakers for the daring (here), ASOS Diva Trainers (here), Black Versace Patent Leather High Top Sneakers (here), Nike Dunk Sky Hi Metallic Leather Wedge Sneakers (here).


Which are your favourite?

Blue Distractions

I am currently visiting my family in the DMV, I landed yesterday evening (jetlag is something else!). It feels weird saying I'm visiting the States, as years before this was all I knew and all I thought I ever wanted to know. However, after purchasing a house with the fiance, and living in the UK for the last several years, I've come to terms that the UK will now be called home. Nonetheless, when I was packing, I opted to pack less prints and more simple/monochrome pieces that will be easy to mix, as I will be in the DMV for almost two months. 

Simple outfits are my forte lately, thus adding accessories that are the same color add a different feel to an overall outfits mood. I love blue items lately and purchased a plain Navy Blue Long sleeve blouse and trousers from COS before taking off (the COS sale at the moment is amazing!) and know I'll wear them with a simple coat with a loud statement necklace! I love this Nicole Romano Statement necklace, it is everything!!!

Topshop Boyfriend Checkered Light Coat (here), Zara High Neck Blouse (here), Topshop Modern Tailoring Trousers (here), Topshop Khan2 Loafers (here), Nicole Romano Crystal Wrapped Aurora Borealis Glass Drop Necklace (here), Bright Bit Patent Leather Gucci Shoulder Bag (here), ASOS Earrrings Gorjana TearDrop Studs (here). 

P.s. I am thinking of having a fall clear out at my house next weekend as I have so many nice items that I sadly need to get rid of in the States. I am thinking of selling everything for $5.00-$10.00 and nothing over, I am thinking of having it with another blogger or two, thus details will be given by Monday.

Now Playing - The Foreign Exchange - 'Call it Home' 

Telephone Booth

The weather on Saturday was amazing. I wore this LBD that I've worn previously here, for a quick run to the Off License Shop. 

Isn't it funny how telephone booths still exist? I used to think that they should all be done away with (except for the red booths, in the UK as they are apart of history and a tourist attraction) Until I remembered the time several years ago, when I was visiting in London before I moved and I lost my phone...let's say the telephone booth came in VERY HANDY!! 

Outfit Grand Total:

Zara Dress (On sale): £15.00

Vintage Earrings (Ebay): £52.00

Various Animal Enamel Bangles: £3-£10 each (£18 total)

Gucci Horsebit Sandals (On sale): £200.00

Grand Total: £285.00

I'm going to start trying to list how much I spend on my pieces. I think this will help us all understand the importance of money more. You'll see I don't always spend an arm and a leg for designer pieces. In addition, you'll learn how I mix designer, high street, and vintage to complete my style. I hope this will help us all to become better shoppers and better with our money. 

Now Playing: Mint Condition - 'Pretty Brown Eyes'

Sea of Pearls

An easy way to make a simple outfit look elegant is the addition of pearls. I am currently loving this pearl Necklace and bracelet set from ASOS, they have definitely been getting it right when it comes to accessories this season! With the cold front in the UK continuing I am wearing a lot of hats as protective styles to keep my hair moisturized, and this elegant waved Vintage Hat is right up my alley! 

COS Dress (here), Christian Louboutin Batignolles 120 patent-leather pumps (here), ASOS Pearl Bracelet Set (here), ASOS Box Chain and Pearl Necklace (here), Gucci Chain Shoulder Bag (here), and Elegant Waved Brim Vintage Hat: (here).