Images from FFW Models

Putting aside the fact that she's a Victoria's Secret angel and has probably never taken a bad photograph, Adriana Lima can clearly do editorial as well as out-and-out sexy. I am always curious to see what the angels look like without hair extensions, body glitter and jaw-achingly wide smiles. Turns out she still looks pretty great. Her good looks aside, I am obsessed with all white at the moment, yet fear looking like a tennis player or the Beckhams circa 2003. Thankfully, Interview magazine shows us how to avoid that.

SHOE STORY

All shoes by New Look

When I was putting this post together I was totally oblivious to the fact that all of these shoes are from New Look, so as a disclaimer, I don't work for them! Aside from my regular sneakers, these are my go-to shoes at the moment. I'm picky about daytime footwear, in that I have little patience with anything that I a) can't walk in and b) can't spend an entire day dashing around without blisters. And where comfort wins, price often doesn't. However all of the above were under £30, so I guess well done New Look!

PURCHASES

Shoes - New Look, Shorts - H&M

I've been pretty happy with my bargain hunting skills recently. Snapped up these shorts for £12.99 and the shoes for £11.99 - success. Fashion which means I still have enough money to go food shopping is where it's at. 

MODERN BEHAVIOUR

Images from Vogue

As soon as I saw these images in this month's Vogue, I made a mental note to do a post on them. I don't know whether it's the gorgeous images, the simple but cool ensembles or the models amazing hair (I would totally bleach my hair white if I didn't think it would make me look albino), but something here is working in a big way. Interestingly, the clothes are all by F & F, formerly Florence and Fred. And if the name's ringing bells it's because it's the Tesco clothing brand, aka the department you accidentally stumbled into while trying to find the wine section. Needless to say, they've undergone something of a transformation. Supermarket clothes never looked so good.

TOMBOY

Bomber Jacket - Topman, Tank top - Superdry, Mom jeans - Topshop, Back Pack - New Look, Sandals - New Look

This Topman bomber is so much better than any womenswear equivalent I've found. I pinched it from my brother and pretended I'd bought it myself, so it had the added bonus of being free. These mom jeans have been in my life for a year and have adapted amazingly well to all seasons and occasions, so 10/10 for those too.

SCUBA

 Top - Missguided, Skirt - H&M

I'm totally obsessed with scuba everything right now, and this little cropped number is among my favourites. The fabric is super light and sits perfectly every time I put it on - it's a seriously well-behaved piece of clothing. I actually brought it a size up for that added over-sized appeal. Plus it balances out my teeny tiny skirt...

COVER.

Images from The Fashionography

Such gorgeous images from Issue 9 of The Gentlewoman. Whilst coats/ponchos/shirts and swimwear don't initially spring to mind as a natural pairing, the combination of silhouettes merges surprisingly well, as well as diluting the somewhat daunting prospect of baring all in a swimsuit after months of hiding under clothes. In love with the final bodysuit...

SIMPLICITY

 Top - ASOS, Trousers - Primark, Jacket - Topshop, 

 I'm obsessed with monochrome right now (my polyvore is a pretty clear indication of that) and am wearing it an alarming amount. I'm in love with this top, even though it gets stuck on my head every freaking time I take it on and off - neoprene does not like to stretch. Also thank you to whoever invented the smart jogger. I'm just waiting for the smart onesie and slippers to be invented now.

Hope you're all having a chilled Sunday!

SIMPLICITY NAILED

Images  sourced from tumblr and pinterest

I  really struggle with what to do with my nails. As you might be able to tell, I am in no way girly or frivolous style-wise, yet when I trawl through tumblr and pinterest for inspiration, I get lost in a sea of shouty designs, nail stickers and glitter. And whilst I appreciate the effort gone into the designs, it ain't me. I feel overdressed with anything other than simple block colour on my nails, but equally would like to experiment, even in some tiny way. Which is probably why I fell in love with these designs. Simple and modern, they are kind of like the anti-manicure and I love them. Any more ideas are totally welcome.

ALLSAINTS A/W 14

Images from StyleCaster

AllSaints appear to have taken a change in direction look-wise for next season. These images are a departure from their previous earthy tones and rock'n'roll edge. The whole aesthetic is more polished and contemporary, yet is still identifiably AllSaints. The black and the leather haven't gone anywhere, but there is a distinctly modern feel to this look, with previously unused gold and grey tones coming into the mix. Autumn just got interesting.

LATE NIGHT INSPIRATION

Images from tumblr

I've had a busy couple of days and as a result, very little time for blogging, but tomorrow I will be back on form. In the mean time, here are just a few of the images inspiring me from my tumblr. Have a real thing for well-timed colour at the moment, and it's serving as inspiration for the outfit posts I'm in the process of photographing...watch this space.

WHISTLES A/W 14/15

Images from Vogue.co.uk

Beautiful clean lines at whistles, with a giant furry coat thrown in for good measure. Whistles, I like the way you think. 

SPORT

images from Tumblr

There is something about the sport luxe trend which gives off the ultimate just-threw-this-on vibe, and seeing as I fear any fussy, overly thought-through outfits, this trend is my sartorial best friend. Also added some yellow to prove that I occasionally wear colours other than black and white...

INSPIRATION

Images sourced from Tumblr

Current inspiration...for more check out my tumblr here.