Gift Ideas

Struggling to find that perfect gift for someone, or that little extra thing to put in their stocking?  Well after searching the High Street I found a few things which would be great, and all tie in well with this seasons must have look!

Faux Fur Underarm Bag from Next - £28

 

 

Cable Knit Slippers from New Look - £12.99

Grey Cable Knit Earmuffs from Accessorize - £16

Set of 5 Mixed Charm Earing Set from Topshop - £6.50

Mixed Leaf Stretch Bracelet from Topshop - £10

 

Christmas Time!

With Christmas sooo close, i think everyone should be in the Christmas mood, and if your not then I suggest you head out and get these...

D & G Reindeer Print Cardigan - £805

But for so much cheaper you could get these ...

There is something about them I love! 

£24.99 From River Island

They are sure to get you feeling christmassy!

Winter Fur

With the snow looking like it's going nowhere, we better keep stocking up on our winter warmers!

This fall Chanel took wrapping up a step too far...

Here are a few  things I found which keeping fur looking fashionable...

Ivory Cape from Dorothy Perkins - Was £60, Now £42

 

Zip Fur Jacket from Republic - £64.99

 

Collared Dress

I can remember having dresses when I was younger which had a collars, mainly the peter pan collar however, looking back I don't think they where as fashionable then as they are now.

Christopher Kane has used them in his fall 2010 collection.

Topshop have a few formal and casual ones, these are my favourites...

Black Embellished Tunic With Peter Pan Collar - £50

 

 

 

 

Black Long Sleeved Peter Pan Collar Tunic - £28

Winter Essentials

With the snow falling all over in the United Kingdom...we ought to wrap up warm!  Our hats, scarves and gloves are a must!

Searching the designer collections on the catwalk, leather biker style gloves, chunky knitted snoods, trapper hats and faux fur are perfect to stay on trend this snowy Winter.

Jean Paul Gaultier, Banana Republic and Micheal Kors have each had their models wrapped up for the catwalk shows.

Jean Paul Gaultier - Fall 2010

Banana Republic - Fall 2010

Micheal Kors - Fall 2010



  The stores on the High Street have stocked up on many winter essentials, no matter what store you pop in to you will be sure to find something you like!

I found these ...

Plum Snood - H&M £4.99

Fisherman Snood - Warehouse £20



Knitted Faux Fur Trapper - Topshop £18 

Faux Fur Headband - Topshop £16



Leather Look Gloves With Frill - New Look £10.99
Also Available In Black

Real Suede Gloves - H&M £19.99



I think I'll be going to stock up on my Winter essentials this weekend, I just love H&M's suede gloves!

The Perfect Accessory

A belt is the perfect accessory to add to any outfit this season.  Wither its a skinny belt to add to your chunky knit and Winter coat to show off your fabulous waist, or a statement belt to add to your girly tops and dresses.

Many designers have been using belts to accessorize their collections on the catwalk this Autumn/Winter such as; Burberry Prorsum, Prada, Balmain, Marc Jacobs and Diesel.

 


Marc by Marc Jacobs - Fall 2010                                     Prada - Fall 2010

Balmain - Fall 2010 Diesel                                Black and Gold - Fall 2010

After searching the High Street and several clothing websites I came across loads of must have belts.  I found Asos had a wide range of belts which would be perfect for every outfit in your wardrobe.  Topshop, Miss Selfridge, Dorothy Perkins and Warehouse also had a great choice! 

Here are a few which reflect the ones seen on the catwalk ...

These are both from Asos.com

Skinny Bow Belt - £6           Leather Boyfriend Belt with knotted detail, available in 3 colours - £18                 

 Suede cut-out studded belt      Metal beaded leather belt

Dorothy Perkins £20     Miss Selfridge £28

The Satchel

The Satchel Bag is the accessory which has been seen over and over again this Autumn/Winter.  There are many different styles, varying from the traditional schoolboy satchel to the modern clasped front.

This Mulberry satchel, inspired by Alexa Chung comes in two sizes

This smaller Alexa costs £750, however the oversized version will cost £895.

I found this look-a-like at boohoo.com ...

This is selling at just £28 ... what a bargain!

High Heeled Hiking Boots

The high heeled hiking boot has been introduced this Autumn / Winter thanks to John Galliano.

 

John Galliano's Timberland look-a-likes will set you back quite a bit!

I've found these from River Island ...

They are available in two colours. 

The brown are my favourites and they only cost £89!

I want want want!!

The Aviator Jacket

The aviator jacket is this Autumn / Winter's must have.  For all those cold days and nights ahead, this is sure to keep you warm and cosy!

Burberry's take on the aviator is sure to burn a hole in anyones pocket, costing £1895.

However, after a trip to Topshop I found this ...

This look-a-like of Burberry's aviator is only £79.

Sorry Mr Bailey, but I know where I'm heading next pay day!

High Street Meets Designer

Designer clothing is desirable to many, but is it really worth the price tag?

The recession is still on many people's minds and cuts are having to be made.  With many retail stores taking this in to account, more and more high street stores are selling designer look a likes, at a fraction of the price.  What more could we ask for?

I will be following the latest trends from the catwalk and must have pieces from this seasons designer collections and finding alternative look-a-likes on the high street ... in other words saving you a fortune!

We should be able to stay on trend without having to spend our life savings!