Showing posts with label Valentino Rockstuds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Valentino Rockstuds. Show all posts

Wednesday, 22 April 2015

Trend to try - The Midi Skirt

The Midi skirt is a great staple to have in your wardrobe. It's so versatile and effortless that you can wear it to work or to brunch with the girls on the weekend.  
If you are petite or pear-shaped, precede with caution! Opt for a more sleek a-line shape that finishes just below the knee rather than a longer voluminous one and wear it with your highest heels!

The midi skirt can be worn with anything from a crisp buttoned shirt with a oversized coat to a crop top (only if you have a great stomach) with a leather jacket to a fitted t-shirt and sneakers. Remember to balance the volume of the skirt by a close-fitted top.

Pictures from Whowhatwear.com, @poppylissiman, elle.com

I chose to wear my midi skirt with a rolled neck knit tucked in with heels. I kept it simple to keep the focus on the floral print but wore my Valentino rockstuds to give my outfit an edge.

Rolled neck cashmere knit by N Peal (similar styles available from net-a-porter), Floral Midi skirt from The Vintage Emporium, Shoes by Valentino, Bag by Chanel,  Photography by Vincent Calderon (@yourensemble)

You could be bold and clash a printed midi with another print such as stripes or a geometric print but this needs to be done carefully.




















Picture from Pinterest

The best thing about the midi skirt is that it can be worn trans-seasonally, so i will definitely be wearing mine with boots and tights this winter. 

Try this trend yourself! Check out the below styles which are available in stores/online stores now -

   From Seed Heritage - www.seedheritage.com

From Toni Maticevski - www.tonimaticevski.com

     From Asos - www.asos.com

Tuesday, 2 December 2014

Date night..

I love date nights with my husband! It's a chance for us to go out somewhere nice, reconnect and to talk without being interrupted by our 3 year old. Oh and a chance for me to get dressed up!! We usually aim to have one a month. 
Unfortunately, my husband hasn't been working for a few months and this is has put a hold on our date nights and not to mention my shopping allowance!! It has however made us reflect on what is important to us and also how to appreciate what we have.
Monday night we were invited to our financial planner's client Christmas party. I was so excited!! Haha, as I said I don't get out much these days!
I must confess that I had a minor meltdown about not having anything to wear but I quickly remembered that I do have three wardrobes full of amazing clothes and accessories..
So the challenge was what to choose?
I chose my By Johnny skirt. I just love the colour, print and fabric. When I bought it a year or so ago I was obsessed with it and that has not changed. It's so versatile. 
To finish off I chose my silk Manning Cartel top and a couple of my favourite accessories.. I am lucky that although I have things that date a few years in my wardrobe they are still current.. Makes my shopping ban more bearable.. 
We all have great pieces deep in our wardrobes and it's about not being afraid to pull them out and experiment. You don't always have to buy something new, something I am slowly learning! 


 

Tuesday, 25 November 2014

Stop traffic...

Statement heels, a beautiful scarf or a vintage brooch and a blazer can dress up any casual chinos.
They are such a nice alternative to jeans and you'll stop traffic wherever you are!












How to spice up chinos?