Higher over all I'm going to be the last one standing.

I have been a despicable blogger as of late! I can't even be bothered doing outfit posts anymore. Sorry! Here are a few rubbish pictures of some recent purchases. I love autumn fashion, I'm not sure why, but the clothes appeal to me so much more and I spend so much money on myself in the months running up to Christmas. Perhaps it is due to my love of cardigans, tights and coats. What is your favourite season?


This dress has no shape at all and was extremely overpriced (Urban Outfitters) but I fell hook, line and sinker for the Peter Pan collar and the navy contrast trim. I felt the emerald green would make a nice addition to my closet.


Stumbled upon this cable knit cardigan whilst hunting for something else in Zara (a Peter Pan collared floral T-shirt, if you must know). The only thing that would make this cardigan cuter is a couple of suede patches on the elbows.


I am in two minds about this fur hat! It is incredibly cute but I am a little annoyed by the white streaks in it. Also, there's a line that goes along the top where the seams meet. Perhaps I am being too fussy?


Even though I already have four or five winter coats, I couldn't resist this rust coloured coat with navy detailing! It's also incredibly hard to photograph so you may never see the whole garment. Topshop sucks me into buying at least one coat per year.


Last of all, a pair of boots from We Who See. I have been on the hunt for a pair of girly-ish lace-up knee boots for years and sadly the search continues. I adore these so VERY much but they fit me funny so I have since returned them.

Have you bought anything new that you love?

Stolen moments with you.

I haven't posted any fashion inspiration photos for a while, but I couldn't help sharing the A/W 10 collection by the Thai designer, Sretsis. The cool blues, pinks and greys mesh beautifully with the 'pretty vintage' styles. If I had the money, I'd snap up this whole collection in a heartbeat. I'd also buy the wigs in the first photo. The colours are perfect!

The hounds of love are calling.

By the time this post rolls out, I should be in Tokyo! Unless the snow has grounded planes again :( :( :( I've scheduled a bunch of posts for the 2 weeks I'm gone. Exciting stuff, right? Here are some dropsnop photos I looked at to get me in the mood! I can't wait to peoplewatch in Japan (and check out more dogs like that handsome Borzoi!).

High street lust #30.

As much as I love finding clothing bargains, I really dislike the manic attitude of sale shoppers so thank goodness for online shopping! This week's lust isn't an outift, but a list of things I've had my eye on for a while. Sadly most were snapped up even before the sales began.


L to R: crochet neck sweater (£32) / bloomer corset shorts (£35) / bunny ears headband (£18) / lion head elastic belt (£12) / midnight blue velvet bow back tunic (£30) / petites black pegleg trousers (£25) / albert fringe lace up boot (£65) / premium tulle and lace slip (£40) / sequin and lace dress (£55) / twist lock square holdall bag (£35) / petite rose bow back tunic (£28) / knitted boy style jumper (£25) / pleat origami pencil skirt (£35, not shown)

Happy new year to you all. Wishing you all the best for 2010! Have you made any resolutions? I should try to spend less, but I don't see that happening...

All I want for Christmas...

Gosh, only two weeks until Christmas! Have you all written your letters to Santa? Here's my wishlist:



Sort of L to R: rabbit mask / twist gold snake ring / lace tights (in blush, ivory and red please) / Influence by MK&A Olsen / Chloe SS07 triple strap shoes or similar pumps in a neutral colour / pretty glass cake stand / a white apartment with gorgeous furniture / ballet shoes / ivory Chanel classic flap bag with gold hardware / dresses and various other clothes / a straw boater with navy ribbon / a trip to NYC

What would you like to find underneath the Christmas tree?

Does she look good on the dancefloor?

I'll be the first to admit that I really don't get the fascination with Alexa Chung! It's odd because she does stripes, nauticals and geek-chic really well and those are three things which I adore. Then again, I don't really get inspired by 'celebrities'. The thing I like most about her is that she has designer items but still buys a lot from Topshop. Anyway, here are a few recent cute outfits that I found on TFS. Do you like miss Chung? Which outfit is your favourite?






Threw in that last one for the look on Taylor Momsen's face! I do like the Mulberry 'Alexa'...

Hair today, gone tomororw.

Taking some inspiration from Naka-san (who is doing a different hairstyle each day for a month) I attempted a similar challenge but on a much smaller scale ie. for one work week only. Monday was a hair bow, Tuesday saw a tousled bun, Wednesday showed a failed hair plait ribbon, Thursday was a terrible chestnut do and Friday involved more failed plaits.

All my styles were inspired by binosusume whom I discovered last year. She has hair tutorials on Youtube where she appears to create styles with ease. I found out that they are not as easy as they look! Or perhaps I need thicker and longer hair...

The hardest love has the coldest end.

I've already expressed my lament about GG Blair's new outfits, but I really really liked the outfits Leighton Meester wore in the December issue of Glamour UK (LOVE the hair too). I think these are the sorts of clothes Blair should be wearing! Check out these scans from LeightonMeester.us and see if you agree. There's also one shot of her in an adorable striped Chanel get up but I can't find that photo online anywhere.

Good time to roll on.

Autumn is in full swing, but as we all know, the fashion houses have been busy displaying their s/s collections. Here's a look at Miu Miu's 2010 ready-to-wear collection (courtesy of Style.com). I love the nudes, but also the patterned navy/red/white combinations and the mix of country vs glitz vs prep.

Wackness.

Posting more MK photos today (from Olsen-fan). Her rings are less visible in these shots. There are very very few people I look to for fashion inspiration, but the Olsens are definitely on my list. I don't think I could pull off their style, but I truly admire their quirkiness.

I've been thinking about my doorbell...

My current obsession is rings, which is weird because I'm not much of a jewellery person. It's probably because my Olsen fetish has returned. Right now I am on the hunt for a snake ring and an armour ring. Here are some pictures of Mary Kate I found (from Olsen-love) doing what she does best; wearing lots and lots of awesome rings.

Oopsy daisy I hurt you again.

Is it just me or does season 3 Blair Waldorf not "wow" you like she did in season 1? I get that her wardrobe needs to mature, but I just don't LOVE her like I did. Don't get me wrong, she has had some nice outfits, but to me they just aren't as fabulous! For a blast to the past, I checked out GG stylist Eric Daman's collection for Revolve Clothing from last year. I like how the classic preppy shapes which have been modernised with pops of colour. Sooo Gossip Girl.

Take it easy.

Who remembers the cute + sexy Cadbury's Caramel bunny? She re-appeared earlier this year, slightly redrawn with the slogan 'still got it x'. She has been redrawn again since Giles Deacon has designed a dress and a scarf (out October 26th) for her based on the new Cadbury's Caramel Nibbles. Her fur scares me a bit.




Pictures from here, more old adverts here. A bar used to only cost 17p!!!

Kawaii ne?

Lolita is a style which you may see when you're in Japan (or even in your own country now!). There are different types; sweet, classic, gore and gothic to name a few. Lolita is not something I could personally wear, but I truly appreciate the work that goes into the corsets, dresses and petticoats. My favourite brand for sure is Mary Magdalene. Don't you think their designs are astounding? The fabric they use is also devastatingly gorgeous!