Posts Tagged Personal shopper

Statement Earrings

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

With so many Christmas parties coming up sometimes you just don’t have the time to think of enough outfits to wear for all of them. However, fear not, adding a pair of statement earrings can help spice up any outfit, if you have a trusty black dress but fear it is too ‘boring’ pair it with some great earrings (and maybe a great clutch) and then you’re good to go.

Statement earrings can be worn with your hair up or down, whatever you feel more comfortable with, sometimes having your hair up and wearing longer earrings helps elongate your neck, or if you prefer to wear your hair down they will still look great.

The other great thing about statement earrings is that you don’t have to blow your budget to get your hands on something fabulous! There are items available at all price levels and here are some of the best currently available.

If you want some classic, ‘chandelier’ style earrings, head to Net-a-porter who have some stunning earrings available, including these Swarovski crystal ones by Erickson Beamon. At £355 they are at the top of most peoples’ budgets but a sure way to add a great touch of glamour to your look.

Erickson Beamon £355

Not sure you need quite that much ‘bling’? These ‘bohemian’ style earrings are a great choice to wear day and night, a perfect addition to the day to night outfit for all those after-hours get soirées.

Debenhams £76

 

If those two are still a bit out of your budget then head to Topshop who always have a great selection of costume jewellery, with statement earrings playing a big part in their current collection. If you want something a bit more ‘quirky’ try the feather drop earrings below, or if you want something a bit more sleek, the gold swirl earrings are a great choice.

 

Topshop feather £12.50

 

 

 

 

Topshop Gold swirl £7.50

 

 

 

 

Shoe Boots

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Shoe boots are the perfect piece of footwear for this time of year. With the temperature dropping you don’t want to be going out in the evenings with your feet exposed. They are a great item to wear with your day to night outfit at work, ideal for all the Christmas office parties coming up and they are also one of the more flattering / sexy pieces of footwear you can own!

Like with any shoe, the size of the heel is vital. Always make sure you buy the heel this right for you and for when you want to wear it. Some sky scraper heels can be mega sexy but not if you can’t walk in them! Kitten heels can be very practical but be sure to avoid the frumpy look. Always good to think as well if you want a shoe boot that will look good with both jeans and skirts/dresses as some are more suited to trousers, so try remember this when you’re trying them on, envisage them in another outfit as well!

Here are some of my favourite shoe boots available at the moment…

For those of you who don’t want to risk wearing something too high try these, from Ash (available on my-wardrobe)

 

 

 

£155

 

If you can handle a bit more height to your heel try these from LK Bennett:

 

 

 

£195

 

Or if you’re confident on stilts then these are for you, Bertie platform shoe boots:

 

 

 

 

 

£95

 

 

Stylish Knitwear

Thursday, December 1st, 2011

A good few pieces of knitwear is the perfect addition to your wardrobe this season. Jumpers and cardigans that are good quality will look stylish and be wearable for a long time.

Here is a selection of some classic designs that will look chic this season!

 

This is a classic roll neck from DVF £180, works with so many outfits, looks great thrown together with jeans or looks chic and stylish for work tucked into a pencil skirt and add a skinny belt to make an outfit.

A lovely warm colour for winter and flattering on the shoulders!

This chunky cream sweater from Reiss £140, originally reduced from £175. A classic cable knit sweater. The length is nice and long.

Perfectly cosy for winter days, and looks on trend at the same time.

 

 

For something slightly smarter this fine knit from Mango £27.92 is gorgeous. I love the sheer sleeves that make this an interesting piece.

Great if you want to cover up your arms in the evenings.

Stunning day to night piece. Simply team with pencil skirts, trousers or jeans for a smart casual look! Love the polka dot detailing and the bow neckline!

 

 

 

 

Last I had to include sequins my latest obsession! This cardigan from Topshop £48 is one of my favourite pieces.

Looks great just with a t-shirt and jeans or alternatively on a night out over a black dress!

The half sleeve is very flattering and the sequins are not to over the top! Also I have to say the price point is also good considering the gorgeous detail! A must have bit of sparkle for the Christmas period.

 

 

 

 



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