Happy November! Since we've well and truly entered the final phase of Autumn, before Winter (Christmas sooooooon, eeeeep!), I've been loving certain trends that I find are particularly suited to this time of year, for example, berry lips and a velvet dress look gorgeous for this time of year. Now I openly admit, that I'm not always the most practical dresser, no matter what time of year it is, I ALWAYS find a way of incorporating my signature tea dresses into my wardrobe, if it's with bare legs and sandals in the Summer, or chunky tights, boots and a coat at Winter, I always find they are an item I can get pretty much all year wear out of, even if dresses and skimpy tights are not your typical Winter attire, I'm just a little crazy.
The first trend I'm LOVING is cats, I LOVE CATS. I love all animals, I'm a huge animal lover, but in particular, I love Cats and theway they look, I'm constantly stealing other people's (well, not actually STEALING), but I do bond with random cats and name them funny names, and one day I want to own loads, but...until then that doesn't mean I don't cover my clothes with them! At the risk of looking a little crazy, I try to incorporate one item of cattyness into my look, and I LOVE this dress, especially with black tights and a leather jacket, so cute! I know cat clothing and accessories are everywhere now, so if you're loving it as much as I am, it's available, meoooooow.
I've always been a huge lover of fishnet tights. Yes ok, I do get they may be slightly dated, but I personally love them, and will always want to wear them. I like how they have that cross between grunge/glamour, which is what look I love, and I think they can alter the look of a pretty dress instantly. They're a cheap, effective way to grunge up any look! I'll be wearing them with a tea dress, leather jacket, lots of messy necklaces, red lipstick and biker boots.
Velvet is the ultimate Winter staple. Definitely not a trend that could be worn in the Summer months, but definitely a trend that completely works in the Winter! It's the ultimate Christmas material. You can wear it as shorts, if you just want to incorporate a little velvet into your outfit, but also you can get some lovely velvet dresses, if you're feeling particularly erm...velvety?! I've seen some lovely playsuits, shorts, skirts and dresses in velvet, and will definitely be getting a key piece for Christmas.
No blog post would be complete without one of my greatest loves...Polka Dots! If you've read anything I've done before, or seen my Instagram, you'll know I loooooove Polka Dots, like literally dotty, I gravitate towards anything spotty and dotty. The good thing about Polka Dots is that it can be worn every season, and always looks timeless and classic, never really goes out of fashion. This dress is one of my favourite staples, looks great with tights and boots, and lovely with heels and red lipstick.
Lace + Velvet = PEFECT WINTER OUTFIT. This is GORGEOUS. I would wear this all day, every day if I could, I think it's beautiful! Lace is one of my all time favourite materials for clothing, it's classy, yet grungy at the same time, and mixed with velvet, it's perfect for Winter. I think this is a rather dressy piece, but I'm sure with chunky tights, boots and a cardigan you could tone it down a little. I think this is the perfect Christmassy piece, and could be a staple in your wardrobe that you bring out every year.
Tartan! I love tartan, I'm sure i'm partially Scottish (I'm really not, but I do love me some tartan). Tartan is a trend that always come in and out of fashion, and always looks lovely and fun. This skater dress is so cute, and is a real statement, so you'd only really need a plain jacket/boots to complete your look.
Chelsea boots have become my everyday wardrobe staple this Autumn. This pair is from Topshop, and goes with everything, from dresses, to jeans to a skirt, they work with literally anything. You can get Chelsea boots in a few colours, from brown to burgundy, but I think black works with everything and anything. Definitely one of my wardrobe essentials!
A studded leather jacket! For years now, I've relied heavily on my leather jacket, which always gets better with wear. I have one from Topshop that I bring out every year without fail, and pair with pretty much any outfit. Leather jackets are definitely not the warmest, but worn with a chunky jumper, you can always stay warm, and look good!
Me wearing my chunky tartan scarf! I love scarves, and think they definitely make an outfit more interesting, not to mention they keep you warm!
Kate Moss Matte lipstick by Rimmel - 07.
I love my Kate Moss lipsticks all year, but this matte purple is my favourite at the moment. It's so pigmented, and goes amazingly with all the Winter trends, such as leather, lace, tartan etc. I wear this lipstick regularly at this time of year, it's so on trend and really makes a statement!
Essie nail varnish in "Berry Hard".
Berry nails are a must when it comes to finishing off your Winter wardrobe. Berry is probably my all time favourite nail varnish shade, and I love it when it's Autumn/Winter as I can wear it!
I love this time of year, and it's really my favourite time to experiment with fashion, I hope you've enjoyed reading! :)
