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which party shoes suit your style?

December 5, 2016

Any excuse to buy a new pair of shoes right? And the party season is just that! This year the party shoes offering has gone over-the-top sparkly, furry and embellished that it seems the statement shoe is well and truly back in style!

But which pair to choose from I hear you cry!

I have put together a rough guide to which party shoes suit your style so that at least you will have one detail sorted once the season is in full swing. Read on for my styling tips if you are a...

Glam it up girl!

You will be loving all the glitz and sparkle on shoes so it's safe to say investing in a pair of glitter heel's will set your style to shine. Look for a pointy toe in a block heel for evening or a flat shoe for daytime.

Sequin slipper loafers, £69, &other stories — Sequin slipper loafers, £69, &other stories

Laid-back luxe lady

Bling is not something that comes naturally to you, but that doesn't mean a little bit of shimmer can't be introduced to your party wardrobe. Velvet covered platforms for the evening or embroidered and brocade flats are good options for daytime.

Starry Suede boots, £125, &other stories

Serious showstoppers!

Always looking for something new that is bang on trend or ahead of the curve, showstoppers are your game. The bigger the better and statement shoes are part and parcel of your evening uniform.

Simone Black high heel, £230, Kurt Geiger

Evie blue high heel court, £230, Kurt Geiger

Chic chick

Pointy flats with a sparkly touch or two could transform your office to evening looks in a quick step. Also look for leopard print, fur, satin or velvet fabrics this season. The shoes can make the statement so that the rest of your look can be pared back for maximum impact.

Leather Pom Pom ballerinas, £29.99, Zara

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your wardrobe hero update - 3 ways to wear

November 26, 2016

Embroidery is having a moment, a fashion moment. And I am embracing it! Well with one item in my wardrobe. I am currently obsessed with wearing my Zara striped embroidered shirt. Whilst some might think this shirt is a "little bit loud" (as my Mum said), if you buy this shirt or something else with embroidery on it, it will slot into your wardrobe seamlessly and keep you upto date style-wise for the new season.

The current embroidery trend on the high street stems from the recent need for us as consumers to customise the things we buy or have in our wardrobes. Increasingly many brands and high street retailers are offering customising services in their stores for you to label or make your item more original by branding your name or a slogan on it. Topshop Oxford circus set up a pop-up shop earlier in the year giving you a chance to monogram your clothes brought from the store. Many designer brands now offer a bespoke embroidery and monogramming service to ensure your slice of their brand can also be personalised. Anya Hindmarch takes it one step further with a playful take on customisation, for the past couple of seasons you can buy embroidered patches to add to your bags. Just in time for Christmas, "Selfridges loves personalised gifts" is offering one of a kind gifts for all budgets.

But do we have Taylor Swift to thank for the embroidery trend that is upon us? Last year she asked designer Louise Gray to embroidered a Jack Wills hoody with her nickname "TayTay" on it and the photo attracted 1.7 million views on Instagram.

We are now riding the crest of the wave so jump on it fashionista's as it's only going to get faster!!

3 ways to wear

Some embroidery style inspiration

For more inspiration follow my Embroidery board on pinterest

It seems like Zara has completely cornered the embroidery market so here is my top 5 pieces from there that you could add into your wardrobe -

1. Embroidered Bee bucket bag - £29.99

2. Embroidered dress - £69.99

3. Embroidered denim shirt - £29.99

4. Jacket with metallic embroidery - £119.00

5. Floral embroidered jumper - £69.99

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the glitterati

November 20, 2016

The invitations have started rolling in and the diary is getting packed out for pre-Christmas dinners, drinks and events. Does this fill you with dread at the thought of what to wear to every do? Fear not, I am here to help with my easy guide to party dressing...but beware it does involve ALOT of sparkle!

Sequins are the easy option to dress up something that already exists in your wardrobe. If you can't afford a new outfit, but want something that makes you sparkle but not looking like a Christmas tree, then try some sequins this season. It's a way to look glam without putting too much effort in, as the sequins are doing all the work for you. You can't over do the sequins this season, head-to-toe is the way to go! Sparkle is an essential element of party dressing, but it can be more chic to be selective. Accessories pack a stylish punch, so invest in a fabulous sequin clutch bag or statement heel's for a more subtle touch of shimmer. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - Sequins & Sequins

Velvet has been bubbling under for a few seasons but it is no longer underground and the high street is awash with it. Alot of the items can be worn as daytime pieces too, so once worn for your evening Christmas parties then ensure that it keeps being worn. What appeals to me most is jackets, boots or dresses that don't cost alot of money but brings any outfit upto date. Velvet is the perfect festive fabric and a Christmas dinner party is the perfect excuse to invest in a velvet dress in an unexpected colour. But go creative and look for embroidered or embellished details as these look more expensive, more fashionable and I believe will have more longevity once the trend dies out. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - Velvet 2016

Ruffles were on trend throughout Summer so it was inevitable that the trend as going to continue into Autumn/Winter. The bolder the ruffle the better! Whether they are framing your neckline, accentuating the hips or falling off the shoulder, they are definitely a dramatic statement detail. Plus you don't need too many accessories because the ruffles do all the talking! There are lots of folds and flounces, including ties at the neck, ruffles on sleeves and frills on dress hems. Think different textures, fabrics, prints and darker colours for the Party season. Follow my pinterest board for inspiration - 2016 ruffles

Remember it's time to go "out out", pull out those killer heels, that red lippy, drink copious amounts of wine and sparkle in your sequin number like you've never sparkled before!

my glam party edit:

1. Sequinned top, H&M £29.99

2. Silver sequin pumps, &other stories £69

3. Reversible sequin bag, ZARA £29.99

4. Eve Velvet off the shoulder top, Finery London £45

5. Velvet jacket with belt, ZARA £89.99

6. Burgundy velvet wristlet bag, Whistles £65

7. Aubery blouse, Topshop unique £145.00

8. Frill front navy jumpsuit, Warehouse £75.00

9. Stiletto knotted mule, Marks and Spencer £29.50

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woolly wonders - your autumn jumper update

October 25, 2016

Now it's turning cold it's time to talk about knitwear. Taking some time to look at the knitwear you have in your wardrobe will enable you to make good choices in buying new pieces.

Knitwear is essential to keeping warm in the colder months, but investing in the right pieces will also aid you in getting dressed quickly and more effectively in the morning. Jumpers are a basic wardrobe staple but they don't have to be basic, they can also make a statement.

Here is my style round up of what woolly wonders you should be investing in to update your wardrobe this season -