Dior exhibition

I found myself with nothing to do today so was very happy when my friend told me about the Christian Dior exhibition at The Gallery of Costume in Platt Fields Park. I can't believe I had no idea it was on and very luckily just managed to catch it in time, the last day is tomorrow so hurry if you want to see some truly gorgeous Dior creations plus fashion from as early as the 1600 to the 1960's - 2000's. The building the exhibition is held in is worth a look itself - I am in love with old buildings! - and has tea rooms serving tea and cake, perfect to discuss the beautiful dresses over, or to warm you up before bracing the cold again. Above are a few close ups I took of my favourite things. I would kill for a few hours alone in there to try everything on! Or I'd settle for taking the dress above on the far right home. I would wear it all summer long, it is so light and airy, sigh, a girl can dream!

The big T

How amazing is this t-shirt from ASOS? I love that it's in white, it looks clean and slightly sporty and the layering options are endless. It's a piece that will instantly bring your outfit up a few style points, if you pair it with leather leggings, printed trousers or just denim shorts in summer. Now stay with me on this one, but the t-shirt is going to be a big trend this spring/summer. Yes I know that sounds weird. But what it means is the t-shirt silhouette, exaggerated, almost cartoon like shape. As if you accidentally bought a size or two bigger but it doesn't hang off your shoulders, it stands up on it's own. A second trend is mesh. So this is a two-birds-one-stone item all for under £30, get it now!

1. ASOS t-shirt with organza panels

Two loves

How amazing are these two new pieces from H&M? I think any of them could easily be mistaken for a designer piece. The shirt is crisp, cropped and clean, with a nautical edge, perfect with wide leg trousers or a-line shorts. Then the dress is the ultimate lazy summer day dress, off the shoulder (goodbye pesky tan lines!) and would be so cool bare legged with sandals or with cropped, wide trousers like it's styled in the lookbook. H&M in general and their trend section has been one of my favourite places to shop for years, you can get really stylish and standout looking pieces for really good prices and then pop over to the other side of the shop to get a few cheap basics and you're ready to mix and match.

1. Sailor shirt 
2. Lyocell dress

Wide leg

Wide leg trousers are going to be huge this spring. I ignored them last time but for SS14 I am determined to give them a go. But grudingly. I have been living by the motto of volume on top, skinny fit down below for as long as I can remember. Skinny jeans and a big jumper is my favourite uniform. But it's good to try new things and there is something very grown up about a wider leg, maybe because it forces you to wear a more tailored top half and often a heel. So how to do the wide leg? A great outfit is all about balance. If the bottom is going out, the top must come in. Go for a pair that sits high on the waist and tuck in your top half. I'm thinking of pairing one of the above with tight, fine knit polo necks (of which I have too many already, hooray!). These are my current three favourites.

1. ASOS trousers in slouch wide leg
2. H&M wide trousers
3. ASOS wide leg trousers in satin

Knees up

I'd been thinking about investing in a pair of over the knee boots for a while and I think I might have to seriously start looking now. I've been seeing far too many fabulously styled outfits with them included. Plus, they look pretty warm. Part of my head (the optimistic side) is saying not to buy some now because winter is nearly over but the other side (the realist) says don't worry, it'll be cold till about August so buy away! The latter is probably right. I want a pretty simple pair, probably black with no bells or whistles and a flat-ish heel. I think I'd pair them with mini skirts, wool tights and lots of knitwear on top. Here are a few I've got my eye on.

1. ASOS Kensal leather over the knee boots
2. Aldo leather freiwen over the knee boots
3. ASOS Kingston leather over the knee boots
4. ASOS Kool leather over the knee boots

Photo shoot

Happy New Year everybody! I hope you all had a good night, crazy or relaxed, and are recovering ok today! (Lots of tea is the only way and maybe a bacon sandwich or two). I was so happy to check my email today and find loads of  pictures from my friend Kirsty who is studying fashion at university. I met her a few months ago whilst at work and she asked me to model some clothes for her coursework. I was really nervous as I've never modelled in my life but she was great and gave me loads of help and tips. I also loved the styling, especially a pair of amazing velvet tartan trousers and a long navy cape (I have to get myself one of those!). Here's a few of my favourite shots (and pose!).

New winter knitwear

If you're a regular reader (love you) then you may have noticed I'm a little obessed with all things knitwear. You just can't beat a good jumper or cardigan; it keeps you warm, it feels good against your skin and with all the choice around these days, they are far from frumpy and dull. These are the new additions to my wardrobe, thanks to Santa and the sales! It's so difficult to decide what to wear in the mornings as I love them all equally!

1. Khaki cable knit jumper - COS (a Christmas gift for me but now 50% off in the sale!)
2. Brown Polo neck - Primark (now £3! They are a great fit and wash really well)
3. Cardigan - Primark (now £5 and in many colours)
4. Mustard yellow cardigan - COS (also now 50% off in the sale!)