White Out

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So many dangers present themselves when opting for an all white outfit, but after finally finding myself the perfect pair of white jeans from River Island - high waisted; check, ripped knees; check, thick enough to not be classed as see-through; thank god yes, I haven't been able to resist layering up a monochrome colour palette with a few pastel hues thrown in for good measure in the form of this gorgeous Misguided Duster Coat and a Lilac Tote from Asos.

This Week: Sun, Sea & Tapas

Thursday marked the first time this year that I've dared to venture out of the house minus a jacket. Hooray! Although after hopping on a train to Brighton the decision was soon being regretted - you can always count on the sea breeze to be absolutely freezing, no matter how sunny it looks!

Topshop, Asos & Missguided Haul

Over the last few weeks I've been giving my wardrobe a bit of an overhaul and after accumulating quite a few new items - from basics to one rather large investment piece, a haul was definitely in order! February is always an awkward month for style. The weather is still bitterly cold making layers and thick knits a necessity but with Spring just around the corner it's hard not to find yourself yearning for bright colours, sheer materials and lighter coats. Today's haul is the best of both with Winter staples contributing to the bulk of my picks but a few warm weather appropriate pieces making an appearance too!

Wear It, Beat It

Who else is surprised that I've actually incorporated a little bit of colour into my wardrobe for a change? Seeing as about 90% of the clothes I own are either black, white or grey, I thought it was about time to branch out into something other than monochrome. I've been eyeing this beautiful red coat from Warehouse for a while now and after spying it in the Asos January sale I had to snap one up for myself. It's the cosiest thing ever, perfectly oversized to fit a snug jumper underneath and when teamed with a black and white outfit (let's face it, I can only handle so much colour at once) I can't get enough of it!

The Christmas Jumper | #ICovetChristmas

It's no secret that I love a good Christmas jumper (just check the stash I have tucked away under my bed from the last five years) and when it comes to picking the right festive attire, it's usually the tackier the better. This December though I've gone down a completely different route with an understated grey number from H&M.

Three Winter Coats

The Winter coat is probably my favourite item of clothing ever, but since finding 'The One' isn't always easy I've picked three different styles that cover all bases - the smart option, the throw on jacket and something warm and cosy. Put those all together with some chilly-weather appropriate outfits, a few awkward in-car changes and a very cold Saturday afternoon and you have three minutes of Winter wardrobe goodness!

What's On My Christmas List

Things are about to get very festive around these parts come December, so what better way to kick things off than with my own personal Christmas List. Over the past few months I've been putting in some serious time window shopping, saving up links and scribbling things down on post-it notes that I've ensured make their way into Darren's possession, mostly by sticking them on the bathroom mirror.

Unsurprisingly the list is a beauty exclusive zone, starting with a perfume that's been on my mind for nearly an entire year when I came across it last December. Diptyque Volutes Eau de Toilette is a deep, musky fragrance unlike anything else in my collection and one that would make for a perfect warm Winter scent. I've also been eyeing up their Baies Room Spray after my trip to Suzie's where this made her entire flat smell beautiful. Candles have always been a constant in my Christmas lists over the years and this time it's the Malin + Goetz Votive Set that's caught my eye. While the scents of Dark Rum, Tocacco and Vetiver may be an odd combination to get your head around, I've heard they're not to be missed.

The colder seasons are also when I like to indulge in a good amount of bath time and Laura Mercier's Honey Musk Bath & Body Duet, combining the Soufflé Body Cream and Honey Bath, looks like the perfect touch of luxury for this. Also on the list for winding down in the evening is the This Works Deep Sleep Plus+, a soothing pillow spray that aids in drifting off to sleep and another constant on my list year by year. The new ramped up Plus+ formula also promises to help any restless sleepers enjoy an uninterrupted slumber and I can't say no to that.

Aside from the obligatory novelty socks (these Christmas Kitten pair from Asos are definitely the one) the last few bits on this list fall somewhere in the category of 'it's just so pretty!' items that I can't get out of my head, including the Zoeva Rose Gold Brush Set which I've been dreaming of owning for months - not just a beautiful set of brushes but from a brand I've come to trust and love too, and the Nails Inc Alexa Hearts Collection. Since Alexa Chung became the face of the brand and the new packaging design launched earlier this year, Nails Inc have been peaking my interest more so than my all time favourite Essie - and that's saying something. This set contains six polishes, with three exclusive shades, a holographic top coat and two chunky glitters made up of hearts and stars. I'm in love!

Deep breath - that was a long one! What's on your Christmas list this year?

Last of the Summer Sun

During a quick stroll down to the sea last week we managed to catch what I'm convinced was the last of the Summer sun - seeing as it's yet to make a reappearance, and took advantage of the light to snap some photos. Coincidentally I happened to match the background in this slouchy green check shirt from H&M that I've been living in most weekends (remind me to pick one up in every other colour) although it won't be long until the leaves start turning orange and Autumn is officially here! Ripped jeans and Birks have also been a staple in my wardrobe recently, although sadly I think it might be time to retire the sandals and switch back to boots after my toes started to get rather chilly on the walk home.

The Weekender

After posting this on Instagram and getting a few questions here and there about what I was wearing, I thought I'd show you my general Sunday attire. Comfort of course is key as with the majority of my outfit choices these days (yup, Granny at 22) and a good pair of jeans are a must. I talked about the Asos Ridley's in my Style Favourites video and honestly, they just fit like a glove and with the amount of colours they come in your bound to find the pair for you. Teamed with a simple sheer white shirt from New Look and some tan peep toe flats from Primark which I seem to find a different variation of every Summer and you have my standard Sunday outfit.

Current Style Favourites

Taking a step away front the normal beauty product chat, this week I thought I'd share some current favourites from my wardrobe. Now, I'm definitely not the most style orientated out there - I'll leave that to the fashion bloggers, but from time to time I do love a good Topshop raid, late night Asos order or a few hours immersed in the magical kingdom of Zara. I've kept it short and sweet with six of my fashion favourites, plus one as yet undecided upon purchase (let me know if it's a keeper!) and you'll probably notice quite the Autumnal theme running throughout, definitely my favourite season to dress for!

Evening Make Up Staples

It's not all that often I get the chance rock a real 'night out' make up, to be honest I'm quite happy sporting a pair of pyjamas by 9pm and sitting down to a good session of Netflix - #grandmalife, but when the occasion strikes just as I will always gravitate towards my uniform of an all black outfit, Whistles Rivington Chain Pouch and a pair of Asos pointy heels, the same goes for my make up staples - a handful of options I know will see me through the night.

This Week: Lily's & Leather Jackets

Since this weekend has so far, fingers crossed, been sunny all the way through we decided to make the most of it yesterday with a trip around the country side. First port of call though, of course, was breakfast which we were ready for sometime around Midday - I've become a pro at lying in on a Saturday. We nipped into Lily's Tea and Coffee House in Wickham Square and if you're from the South I'd highly recommend a visit. From the decor to the plates they serve on everything is beautiful and the locally sourced food is so delicious I couldn't even whip my camera out in time before we'd eaten it all.