Daytime Sequins - The Last Blog of 2013

So the eagle eyed among you will have spotted that I'm not wearing actual sequins, just a sequin illusion. Still, I like a good contrast and daytime sequins is the best kind, especially for the festive season.

Being the last blog post of 2013 it feels right to wear a bit of glam, particularly because my great plans to welcome in the new year consist mainly of sitting on the sofa with a curry. Either way, it's New Year's Eve and you've got to wear a bit or sparkle, even if that means teaming with stomach-expansion trousers (leggings) whilst spilling tikka masala down yourself. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Beanie - eBay

Gold Top - H&M

White Shirt - New Look

Riding Pants - H&M

White Converse - Office

Statement Necklace - Primark

Shearling Biker Jacket - H&M

Red Lipstick - Stiletto by Sleek

The Home Alone Hat

 

I spied this hat in Primark a few weeks before Christmas. It instantly reminded me of Kevin's hat of Home Alone fame and knew it had to be a part of my life. I'm a secret stars fan, I love a good star pattern but I feel they're a little emo-tweeny at times. Every now and then something starry will sneak its way into my basket and this hat had it all going on. I like what hats can add to an outfit, this one is especially good for simple outfits or an all black look.

 



 

I've been living in this camo jacket since I bought it, back in August. I find, surprisingly, it's really easy to style. It adds an edge and I love the grunginess of it. I'm planning a 'How I Style: Camo Jacket' post and the photos have made me notice just how versatile it is.

 

These cream Vans are another recent addition to my shoe-drobe. I've pretty much lived in them since they arrived and I'd definitely recommend them for anyone on the hunt for a neutral, go-with-anything pair of trainers.

One of my biggest problems when it comes to outfit styling is wanting to wear too much at once. I don't mean like the time Joey put on all of Chandler's clothes but rather my accessories tend to be bold and I have to remind myself not to wear them all at once. When I'm rooting around my wardrobe I find neutral clothes really boring, yet when I see them styled on other people I like it.

What styling dilemmas do you have?

Bobble Hat - Primark

Coca-Cola Jumper - Primark

Denim Cut Off Shorts - DIY

Vans Originals - Amazon

Cambridge Satchel lookalike - Primark

Camouflage Jacket - Pull & Bear



Before it Got Really Cold

Rightfully these should have been uploaded at the same time the leaves looked like this.
This was before the icy cold weather set in, back when wearing a coat wouldn't mean saving your life.
I love a sweater. Boys have the best sweaters. When all you want is something big and lounge-able, a sweater is the answer. This one is from the Primark men's section a while back. It's still one of my faves.

Sweater - Primark Men's

Shorts - New Look

Beanie - New Look

Studded Bag - H&M

Converse

Nordic

 The cold weather has well and truly set in since my last outfit post so out come the winter coats and boots.

My parka coat is a necessity in the winter. I found it on sale in River Island after Christmas last year. It's really roomy which is perfect if you've got lots of layers on and I find myself throwing it on over most outfits.

Of course, this coat isn't gonna cut it when I want to look presentable but for the times when I want to look like a stylish hobo and for the times when I cannot be arsed to rifle through the coat cupboard, it's a saviour.

This look was going for a Nordic, Scandinavian vibe. I like the fairisle knit with the chambray denim dress and the boots keep it feeling quite 'countryside'.

Khaki Parka - River Island

Fairisle Cardigan - Primark

Denim Chambray Dress - Primark

Tan Chelsea Boots - Peacocks

Cream Beanie - H&M