THE SWEATSHIRT THREE WAYS

You may have noticed my obsession with grey sweaters; lets discuss. a) They are unarguarbly comfortable and toasty. b) They tone down a look when any scary busy print of the trend variety is involved. c) You can pretty much wear it with anything, and take it from the day into the night, with little changing or accessorising involved.

I've picked this Topman 'NYC' sweater (see my previous post) as an example to show you how to team it with a number of pieces, but also to encourage you to raid your boyfriends wardrobe and see just how well certain pieces can work. I can confirm this originally did not go down too well; "No really please, that's my favourite sweatshirt", to eventually, "Ok it does look better on you". 

Success! Let's look further. See all the looks after the jump.

Look 1: Motif sweater and Ripped jeans sounds like it could be disastrously untidy, but add statement heels and it immediately makes it work-appropriate.
Wearing Zara Ripped Jeans (get similar here), Isabel Marant Heels, Proenza Schouler Bag.

Look 2: Sweater and Skort (an amusing new word invented by Zara that apparently is the answer to when shorts look like skirts). Break up wearing light colours together by adding black accessories; these cut out shoes are the answer to everything! I'd team them with Look 1 too.
Wearing Zara White Skort, Alexander Wang Liya Pumps, Celine Box Bag.

Look 3: The most realistic and weather-appropriate outfit for right now; jeans beanie and sneakers. Because lets face it, its freezing outside and this whole 'off-duty' everyday look will keep you toasty warm, guaranteed.
Wearing Topshop Grey Leigh Jeans, Isabel Marant Bekket Sneakers, Celine Luggage Tote, Cos Cashmere Beanie

Which look would you most likely wear the most? You can follow me at @thecovetcase for more pics too!

TRANSEASONAL PRINTS

Prints at the ready! Here are some great transeasonal pieces (in the form of floral prints!) to mix with all your wardrobe essentials. Every season Isabel Marant's embroidered trousers are a must-have piece, and these hawaiin-print floral jeans are perfect for this time of year; they'll look great with a basic crew sweatshirt for English spring weather (e.g, minus 8 and snow? who knows?) or boxy t-shirts when summer does arrive! The plain grey sweater is T by Alexander Wang, but if you prefer something with a motif on it, opt for this Topman 'New York City' sweater (trust me, it's super warm!).

This Acne fringe top is great for teaming with mid-length skirts (or the jeans aforementioned); Christopher Kane's beautiful princess skirt (no really, it's actually called the 'princess' skirt) and at that price it should make you feel very royal indeed! If you're looking for something that won't break the bank, the structured mid-length white skirt by Topshop Boutique would look great with any t-shirt/sweater essentials too. 

Alternatively if you're not a fan of skirts, these Alexander Wang floral graphic-print shorts from SS12 are perfect for teaming with any of the tops above! Or even swap the grey sweaters for coloured ones to make the shorts pop! They are the perfect length too, long enough for work but still with the transparent detailing to give it an edge. Still not convinced? They are 65% off at The Outnet! And it doesn't end there, the amazing cut-out black 'Danica' heels are also Wang, so highly coveted when they first came out and, again, 55% off at The Outnet! (Race you to the checkout.)

To accessorise pick a bold statement clutch, like this Pierre Hardy one, or for something more novel the Olympia Le Tan Caviar purse is just too fun! And yes, featuring another pair of Bekket sneakers because I dare you to find an outfit they don't go with, or maybe my obsession is now a problem and I need help? Finally mix all these pieces together and see how many outfits you can make from them! Now i've justified all these potential purchases for you, shop them here:

Acne Joshi Fringe Top / Topshop Boutique Full Midi White Skirt / Balenciaga SS13 Rings (get similar here!) / Olympia Le Tan Caviar Purse / Isabel Marant Godart Floral Embroidered Jeans / Alexander Wang Danica Shoes / Isabel Marant Bekket Sneakers / T by Alexander Wang Grey Sweater / Alexander Wang Floral Shorts  Christopher Kane Princess Skirt / Pierre Hardy Watersnake Clutch / Topman New York City Sweater

ON MY MIND

On my mind today? Shoes shoes shoes.

Red Monk shoes by Alexander Wang, Nude Studded pumps by Christian Louboutin, Cobalt Blue and glitter loafers by Nicholas Kirkwood, Black Shark Lock Heels by Givenchy, Dolly Orchid Peach Heels by Charlotte Olympia, Metallic Leopard Heels by Gianvito Rossi, Burgundy Suede Kitty flats by Charlotte Olympia, Leopard print loafers by Charles Phillip Shanghai.

THE LAUNCH OF IRIS & INK

I was lucky enough to be involved with the Iris & Ink launch last week, the TheOutnet.com's very own new label! A collection of great trend-led essential pieces which complement the incredible fashion finds from The Outnet itself. Sometimes I find when you want that amazing embellished skirt or bright printed silk trousers that you have to have in your wardrobe, you also need the perfect silk t-shirt or the simple cashmere sweater to complete the outfit, and here is the solution! Iris & Ink provide just that; affordable, high quality, wardrobe essentials, which really do go with everything. Working with The Outnet's stylist Chloe, it was amazing to see just how many Iris & Ink pieces teamed up with so many of the branded statement pieces to make everyday outfits look so glamourous. I got to try on this amazing Iris & Ink leather top (a definite wardrobe essential for me!) with some 3.1 Phillip Lim leopard trousers and Jimmy Choo shoes (all available at The Outnet!) ....(click to read more!)

Below are my favourite pieces from the Iris & Ink collection that are available to shop online now, teamed with some amazing designer pieces from The Outnet. There are so many ways to wear the Iris&Ink sweaters; I found if you switch them with any of the other items i've listed below they still look just as good and are all completely different outfits! What do you think?

The collection launched yesterday, September 18th, exclusively on TheOutnet.com. 

Look 1: Christopher Kane Clutch, IRIS&INK Cashmere Colour Block Sweater, 3.1 Phillip Lim Skirt all available at THEOUTNET.com

Look 2: Proenza Schouler PS11 Bag, IRIS&INK Striped Cashmere Sweater, 3.1 Phillip Lim Leather Shorts all available at THEOUTNET.com

Look 3: Alexander Wang Tote, IRIS&INK Grey Cashmere Sweater, Alexander Wang Glittered Trousers,   
all available at THEOUTNET.com

NEW SHOES

Yesterday, wearing my new favourite shoes; Alexander Wang beauties bought in the sale at 60% off at his store in Singapore. They are such a comfy height and are a great day to night shoe, I had to get them out yesterday when the weather was nice-ish and we were heading out for lunch! Excuse the picture quality, I had to settle for the iPhone camera after realising i'd left my SD card in my laptop; genius. 

Hope everyone is still enjoying the games as much as I am! Enjoy your day all. x

I was wearing: Cos Sweater, Zara Ripped Jeans (get similar here), Celine Sunglasses, Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag, Alexander Wang 'Nadia' Shoes

wang pre-fall

AS FASHION WEEK COMMENCES IN JUST ONE MONTH, THERE IS GREAT ANTICIPATION FOR AW12 AND OF COURSE, THE PRE-FALL COLLECTIONS BEING RELEASED IN THE RUN-UP TO NEXT SEASON. ONCE AGAIN, ALEXANDER WANG DIDN'T DISAPPOINT IN HIS CHIC, TAILORED COLLECTION FOR PRE-FALL 2012. I LOVE THE SHEER-WOVEN TARTAN EFFECT OF THE KNITWEAR, AND DETACHABLE HARNESSES ON THE OUTERWEAR; ALTHOUGH THE COLLECTION WAS BY FAR MORE TAILORED AND CLASSIC THAN PREVIOUS COLLECTIONS, HE STILL USES SOME OF HIS LUXE SPORTSWEAR-ELEMENTS TO UPHOLD THE BRANDS CONTEMPORARY FEEL. 
WANG STICKS TO HIS ICONIC RUCHED JERSEY DRESSES IN DEEP RUSTS AND OLIVES WHICH I LOVE; REMINDING ME OF SOME OF THE CARVEN PIECES IN AW11. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE FULL COLLECTION TO BE REVEALED AT NYFW, GENIUS!

ALL IMAGES COURTESY OF STYLE.COM

L-BD Love: Buckle Up

My latest obsession has got to be the Kirsten Buckle-strap Tote by my favourite designer, Alexander Wang (of course!) ; available in Grey, Taupe and Black in two different shapes it is definitely going on my wishlist. Perfectly teamed with Wang's Sea Green Ribbed sweater and boots, I want the whole outfit! What do you think? L-BD Love x