#OOTD, 2nd March, The Dungaree Dress

Denim is easily one of the most wearable trends for the new season and as you can probably tell I'm loving it - my insta feed is awash with shades of blue at the moment! 

Since it's still pretty chilly I've paired this cute denim dress with my favourite ASOS fur scarf, and right now it's an absolute bargain at £12!  

I picked this dress up from Primark last year, but there are soo many similar to this hitting stores right now; keep a lookout in Miss Selfridge, ASOS and New Look. I thought I'd go for an Alexa Chung vibe with this look and patent loafers are an absolute wardrobe staple. This exact New Look pair are sold out but this pair is pretty similar. 

I've been thinking of cutting my hair into the style of the moment, the 'lob', so I've been experimenting with a hair tuck. Rosie H-W, Jourdan Dunn and Kendall Jenner make the style look so chic I'm almost convinced! Although, I would definitely grow out my fringe before chopping all my hair off, a messy centre parting is essential for the 'lob' to look perfectly undone. 

#OOTD, 16th February, Suede Parade

Unless you've been hiding under a rock lately, you will know that the seventies is a HUGE trend for the new season, and I am already loving it. I haven't found my perfect pair of flares yet or that 'just right' fringed bag, but I have bought several vintage suede skirts. This look is inspired mostly by the Chloe SS15 runway, where tan suede was paired with navy. It's still too cold for the gladiator sandals also showcased so instead I've gone for my favourite ankle boots. 

Skirt, eBay. Shirt and boots, New Look (last year). Bag, ASOS (sold out).

When it's finally sunny I'll be wearing this skirt with a simple white t-shirt and platform sandals. Are you loving suede lately too? I'd love to see how you style it, leave me a comment!

#OOTD, 13th February: Dressed Up Double Denim

I'm sooo fed up of Winter weather, so instead I'm looking ahead to Spring. I've been sceptical of double denim in the past but since seeing it all over the SS15 runways looking so chic I thought I'd give it a go. 

Shirt, ASOS. Jeans, Topshop. Boots, H&M (similar here). Clutch, Zara (sold out).

I've had these mom jeans a while and I just love the relaxed shape, they are so comfy. I thought this shirt would be a good staple to have in my wardrobe and I'm already so glad I bought it. As well as been the perfect partner for double denim, the oversize pockets make it a subtle nod to the utility trend that is set to be huge come Spring. I think the heeled boots and clutch dress the denim up a little and I would definitely wear this look out, on the other hand just add a should bag and trainers and you've got yourself the perfect casual-cool look. 

Have you tried out any of the new season trends yet? I'd love to see, leave me a comment!

Top 5: Suede Jackets

I haven't blogged for such a long time and I've missed it! I've had so much work and revision to do for uni, but I finished my exams on Friday so I'm baaaaaack! I have more free time this semester so expect more blog posts! 

For my first post in a long while I thought I'd focus on the New Season. If you follow me on Instagram (@kelsiee94 if you don't) you'll know I'm absolutely obsessed with the Spring/Summer trends filtering their way into the shops; today I'm talking suede. It's THE fabric of the season (hello seventies!) and I've become a little obsessed with buying vintage suede skirts. I'm also on the lookout for that perfect suede jacket, so I've picked out a few of my favourites below.... 

1. ASOS Biker Jacket, £130.

2. Boohoo, Emma Waterfall Suedette Tassle Jacket, £15.

3. H&M, Fringed Jacket, £29.99.

4. Ganni, Ingridge Suede Biker Jacket, £200 (via ASOS).

5. Rockit Vintage, Brown Double Breasted Suede Jacket, £65.

If you need some suede inspo, check out Pandora Sykes and Megan Ellaby on Insta - @pinsykes and @meganellaby. ASOS Marketplace also has some amazing suede jackets! What's your favourite SS15 trend? Leave me a comment! 

Day to Night: Culottes

I've been loving looking at culottes in street style galleries and the way other people wear them for a few months now and last week I finally bit the bullet and bought my own. The pair I picked were an absolute bargain at only £7 (!!) in New Look's most recent promotion and are just a plain black tailored style. I didn't want to over complicate them just yet when I wasn't even totally sure how to pull them off! 
I decided to do a little day-to-night post with my culottes just because I was a little wary of styling them at first so hopefully this will give you some inspiration.

[The weather where I live is just horrible at the moment so these photos are not the best! I will add in new photos when I actually get the chance to take some decent pictures without it snowing on me!] 

Day

Jumper, ASOS. Bag, Topshop. Culottes, New Look. Boots, Public Desire.

Since the weather has turned so bitterly cold recently, I'm living in knitwear and this ASOS jumper is sooo cosy! It's very thick and warm and if cream isn't your colour it comes in khaki too. I picked up the boots at Clothes Show Live over the weekend from Public Desire, but I've had my eye on them for a while. They are super pointy and the slight heel makes them very versatile. I think the colours here are so simple and classic that the fur clutch is essential to add a bit of quirk to the whole look. This outfit is definitely casual but it also looks very put together. 

Night

Crop top, New Look. Shoes, George @ Asda. Clutch, Chic. Culottes, as above.

If you are looking for an alternative to a dress for a party over the festive season then culottes are your answer! Paired with ankle strap heels and a sparkly crop top they look appropriately festive but unique. I think parties are the perfect time to take some fashion risks and wearing these you'll definitely stand out. If you really feel like pushing the boat out a bit, ASOS have some gorgeous culottes in a burgundy coloured satin material. 

Do you have a pair of culottes yet? I'd love to see how you've styled them - leave me a comment!

Top 5: Knee High Boots

As it's November now and the cold nights are really drawing in, I thought I'd focus this top 5 on an absolute Winter essential: the knee high boot. I know what some of you may be thinking... 'I will definitely look like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, with less of the endless leg and more of the hooker!' but I assure you if styled right, knee high/thigh high boots look great and they are actually really practical. I'll be posting a '3 Ways to Wear It' soon on knee high boots, so keep a look out for that if you are stuck! As usual, I've picked 5 of my favourites below...

1. ASOS Kiss Of Life over the knee boots, £50.

2. Linzi Shoes Grey Suede Stretch Wedge Boot, £35.

3. River Island Cleated Sole Platform Boots, £70.

4. Zara XL Leather Boot with Patent Toe, £99.

5. ALDO Dyanna Boot in Bordeaux, £89.98 in the sale.

I know I've picked mostly black boots here, but I genuinely believe that if you are going to invest quite a substantial amount of money in a pair of shoes, black is probably the best colour option! They will always go with anything else you wear and you should really get a lot of wear out them (cost per wear is my favourite way to rationalise a purchase!). Which is your favourite of my picks? Let me know in the comments!

#OOTD: 18th September, Autumn Textures

The weather lately has definitely taken an autumnal turn and I think we've seen the last of the summer. This makes me a little sad because who doesn't love the sun? But at the same time, autumn is my favourite season to style! I love all the jumpers and new coats as well as the textures and colours. Also, one word: layering. This is my first properly autumnal outfit post and I'm very excited for the rest of the season outfit wise!

I bought this gilet on Wednesday from Next. I've been looking for the perfect faux fur gilet for a while. I wanted one that didn't look too cheap and tacky, but also wasn't too pricey. Tricky I know! This grey one feels so luxurious and it was only £38 ! Absolute bargain. I've also got my eye on a brown gilet in Zara so watch this space.

 The jumper I am wearing is Acne and it's from New York, namely the designer outlet store Century 21. It was an absolute find! A total bargain and it's the perfect piece to layer as it's very thin wool. Also, the colour is a great icy pale blue, perfect for this season.

This outfit is all about texture. From the metal studs on my bag to the wool of my jumper and the fur on the gilet.

I am committing a fashion crime here by wearing socks and sandals. Or am I? I've recently seen a lot of socks and sandals action on Instagram lately so I figured I'd give it a go! Leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts! 

I thought I'd wear a dark lip because the rest of my outfit is pale and the rest of my make-up is understated. Here I'm wearing Smoked Purple by MAC with Breathless by Benefit over the top to add a bit of a sheen.

Have you made any new season purchases yet? I'd love to see them, leave me a comment!

3 Ways To Wear It: Mules

You could say I'm a little late to the party on this one: last week I purchased some mules. I've liked them all Summer but I'd not actually found a pair I could afford that I really loved, until I spotted these in Primark. At only £12, I had to get them! 

Mules are like the cooler older sister of the slider, and I know many people are not on-board with this recurring 90s trend but I just love them. They look so effortless!

1. With mom jeans and a boho blouse.

Mules are so versatile, they can be casual or dressy. Mom jeans are always a good choice when you are going for a more laid-back look and the boho style blouse is perfect for Summer.

Jeans, Topshop. Blouse, Missguided. Mules, Primark.

How pretty it the back of this top?!

2. With a statement trouser. 

Pair your mules with some patterned trousers and a top-knot for work-ready chic. This particular pair of mules are a really comfy height. At around 3 inches they are comfy enough to wear all day, but still give you that little boost you get from normal heels (but they look so much more stylish!)

Top, Topshop. Trousers, H&M. 

3. With a mini dress.

It's Date Night and you are bored of your usual courts/sandals/wedges. Like I said earlier, you can dress these shoes up or down! They look so cute with a mini dress and are a great alternative to your usual heels. 

Dress, Boohoo. Bag, Primark.

Do you have a pair of mules? How did you style them? I'd love to see, leave me a comment!