Style Steals - The Double-Breasted Coat, The Pinstripe and The Turtleneck

The Double-breasted coat is a classic coat and probably one of the most popular styles worn decade after decade. Sophisticated yet casual, the D-B Coat can be worn for any occasion and is definitely a wardrobe staple. In particular, the colour grey has stood out for me this season, as seen on Alexa Chung and Miranda Kerr. My Style Steal has to be ZARA's Double Breasted Wool Coat for a bargain £29.99, comes in four different colours; Grey Marl, Black, Navy blue & Moss Green (Already placed my order!). Another style pick is this Isabel Marant for H&M coat, a more masculine shape, which costs £99 (hits selected stores and online on 14/11).

Pinstripe suits and jumpers were all over Stella McCartney's A/W catwalk and has since flooded onto the racks of all high-street stores. Zara and Mango have provided us with some high-end inspired items which won't burn a hole in your pocket. I love Mango's Pinstripe Wool Cotton-Blend Sweater (a choice of Blue or Grey) which costs £39.99. My Style Steal will have to be this pinstripe blazer from H&M for £29.99! Even better, they are selling a matching pencil skirt for.. £14.99 - Hurry!

A personal favourite is the turtleneck; Versatile, practical and flattering. The turtleneck was seen at A/W FW shows including Celine and Mulberry - Everywhere is selling them. Click here to see me wearing this trend in a previous post. These tops are great for layering, try wearing a lace lingerie style dress over the top for a chic and romantic look! Vanessa Bruno's grey silk/alpaca mix turtleneck comes in at £242, but my Style Steal has to be ZARA's Turtle Neck Sweater which will only set you back £9.99. 

Have you found any Style Steals this season? Please share!

I'm Wearing... Zara Studio Dress With Zips

Please can someone recommend somewhere else for me to shop other than Zara? I trail through websites in search for clothing which is affordable yet on-trend and well-made, however I always find myself returning to my one reliable source that is Zara. It may sound as if I am complaining or dissatisfied but this is definitely not the case as I have fallen for this Zara Studio Dress With Zips - I'm just in the search for some new brands! 

I'm not usually one to a. wear dresses and b. show a lot of skin but this minimalistic cut with silver details has my approval. I teamed this piece with a Zara Navy blazer and a pair of Zara pointy slingbacks - might as well go all out!

I'd love to know your 'reliable source' of clothing, whether it's a high-street store or one particular brand?

Boot Trend Report A/W 2013/14

Round toe, block heeled leather ankle boots in shades of grey, blue, taupe and black are big this season, thanks to the likes of Céline and Jil Sander. Zara have been quick off the mark to stock some affordable alternatives which resemble these simple yet chic designs. My personal favourites are the Jil Sander Chunky-Heel Boot and the Zara Blue High Heel Ankle Boot. The minimalistic shape of these boots make them easily wearable with just about anything, they are definitely what I call 'an investment boot'.

           
'Kiss the boot of shiny, shiny leather', I can't help but hear Venus In Furs everytime I see a pair of patent leather boots. They are definitely a wardrobe-must that will carry you through those rainy autumn mornings and icy winter evenings. From chelsea flats to a sophisticated high-heeled boot, the choices are endless. I have been eyeing up these Jil Sander Leather Ankle Boots for a while now but with a hefty price-tag of £630 I am going to have to settle for an inspired version from Zara - not too bad for under £100!

What style of boot will you be investing in this A/W? 

I'm Wearing... Zara High Collar Studio Top

Apologies for the lack of photos recently, the weather in England this week has been wet and miserable. I managed to run outside between showers to take a few shots of my new Zara High Collar Studio Top which is conveniently warm with a high neck. Really liking the whole neoprene look at the moment and navy is a great alternative to black this season. 

I teamed this navy top with Zara black silk joggers and black ankle boots. 

Will you be wearing navy this Autumn/Winter?

A/W 2013 Coat Trend Report

Investing in a high-quality and classic coat is essential for my Winter wardrobe, especially in Britain when a coat needs to carry you through most seasons. This year I have taken a liking to the 'Neutral' trend; ecru, stone, beige, white and even pastel pink. I am also a fan of masculine shapes and large lapels, a timeless look.

I have gathered some of my favourite coats ranging from high street to high-end brands.(Obviously I managed to fit in some pieces from Céline yet again!)

L-R: Neil Barrett Felt Peacoat, Zara Masculine Studio Overcoat, Stella McCartney Oversized Two-tone Wool-blend Felt Coat, COS Wool Mohair Coat, Zara Double Breasted Coat, Céline Wool Silk Fil Coupe Coat, Céline Vanilla Washed Double Face Cashmere Coat

What coat will you be sporting this season?

This post was submitted for IFB Project #116: Coat of Many Colors

October Trend Report

October consists of; patent leather, high neck cropped tops, cut-out boots, clean lines, a pony skin cap and loafers, lace and straps, Ryan Storer, oversized coats and of course the Celine classic box bag. 

Doing my daily Zara checks this morning and was surprised to see myself being lured in by this season's TRF collection. I usually bypass TRF and go straight to Zara Woman (more chic less street) however I found these open ankle boots for £49.99 - the Wang effect without breaking the bank!

I know this Month's picks are lacking a splash of colour however I find texture and combining materials much more satisfying, either that or Louis Vuitton's SS14 show has subconsciously drawn me towards everything black... (Au revoir Marc)

(Whistles Patent Leather Top and Skirt, Helmut Lang Meta Long Open Coat, Zara Studio High Collar Top, Neil Barrett Pony Hair Cap, 3.1 Phillip Lim Quin Loafers, Carven Pencil Skirt, Celine Classic Box Bag, Zara TRF Open Ankle Boot, Zara Studio Mesh Dress)