OFF DUTY CRUSH

Miranda Kerr wearing Givenchy Coat, Prada Tote, Isabel Marant Grey Tee and Isabel Marant Bobby Sneakers

I don't normally write posts about these kinda things, but I have always had such a massive style crush on Miranda Kerr, and recently there have been so many sickeningly gorgeous outfits that I just had to share a few of my favourite. I don't know how she can simultaneously do 5 inch heels whilst holding her baby and look perfect every time, not to mention the off-the-runway/of the moment outfits that are just to die for; my imaginary Christmas list is getting longer and longer. Click after the jump to see more pictures!

GILES X MATCHES

My Hallowe'en at No. 23

Last Thursday I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Matches' beautiful home at No. 23 Welbeck Street, for the preview of their collaboration with Giles Deacon, (on Hallowe'en no less!). The rooms within No. 23 were transformed to create the perfect Hallowe'en scene, from the decorations to the food to the waiters it was a setting so appropriate for the Giles x Matches collection (check out the dolls in the bird cage for one).

Giles has designed a capsule collection of dresses, accessories and homeware; including linear T-shirt dresses, sundresses, chinaware and notebooks, all of which are hand-drawn illustrations based on a series of dolls created by the designer. 

My favourite pieces had to be the iPad case and the dresses; love the digital print and the colours!

The Giles x Matches collection is available from the 13th November at Matches Online. Until then, keep checking out the amazing designer pieces dropping online each day! (Warning, add to basket syndrome may occur.)

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

#FNO

It's that time of year again! September is my favourite month of the year, (not just because it might be my birthday, but that helps.) but for fashion week which is fast approaching, and Vogue's Fashion Night Out in just two days time! Hurrah! For me, key places to check out this year have to be Liberty's with Jonathan Saunders and Roksanda Illincic making appearances and lots of in-store activities, and of course Bruton Street/New Bond Street for all the standalone designer stores.

Covent Garden is a must as well with the pop up Chanel beauty store! (Tip! Don't forget to look out for the pink Chanel London Cabs which will be offering free manicures in the new AW12 shades)

For the best information on where to go this Thursday in London, visit the FNO Facebook page which is regularly updating what will be happening.

What i'm wearing to #FNO? Check back later this week to see! 

#FNO Wishlist! Left to Right:

Proenza Schouler PS1 Clutch in Cobalt/Neon, Acne Rakel angora jumper in White available at Selfridges, Charlotte Olympia Carina Shoes available at Matches Fashion,

Isabel Marant Betty Sneakers available at Net-A-Porter, Celine Silver Shoulder Bag, Acne Rakel angora jumper in Grey available at Matches Fashion.

STRIPES & KHAKI

Super relaxed day, I chose an easy outfit of stripes and jeans. I have a new found love for green! Especially khaki, which is a great autumnal colour to add to my very monochromatic wardrobe. Using my new beauty; Proenza Schouler PS1 which I chose in grey after huge deliberation (It was a miracle I didn't pick black) but with so many compartments and zips it is the perfect every day bag. And so, after a lovely dinner and catch up with my good friend Ellen (you can follow her blog here) I must return to the tv for more olympic fun. Night everyone!

I was wearing: Whistles Stripe Top, Topshop Khaki Leigh Jeans, Celine Sunglasses, 

Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag, Converse Sneakers

OLYMPIC GEAR

The London Olympics have finally begun! It's actually so exciting; the city is really buzzing from it and it's great to see all the support for Team GB playing in their home country. I managed to get a glimpse of the women's cycling in Knightsbridge yesterday (it really was a glimpse.. you don't realise how fast they're actually going!!) And despite the rain people still came to cheer them on, umbrellas-et-all, love it! Here are some of my favourite pieces right now, all of course inspired by the current events! Which is your favourite look? You can shop them all below!

First Row: Isabel Marant Beckett Sneakers in Anthracite, Topman Jamaica Sweatshirt, Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag, Current Elliott Star Jeans.

Second Row: Ashish Games T-shirt, Proenza Schouler PS11 Bag, Topshop Leigh Jeans in Grey-Blue, Converse Leather Chucks.

Third Row: Ashish Flag Sweatshirt, Topshop Leigh Jeans in Dark Grey, Isabel Marant Betty Sneakers, 3.1 Phillip Lim Tote.

PACKING WISHLIST

Proenza Schouler Printed Tee 

Proenza Schouler PS11 Classic Bag

Topshop Boutique Black Silk Shorts

Topshop Wedges

It's that time of year; deadlines are finally over, and i'm about to start packing for a lovely long vacation with the boy. For now, here's what I wish I was packing! These Proenza beauties are way up on my wish list, and the Topshop wedges are the perfect addition with the black/orange contrast.


P.S- Thank you all so much for the support on my ELLE Fashion Editor entry; you can still vote here if you haven't done so already. Thanks again everyone!! x

VOTEVOTEVOTE

Hey all! Hope you're having a good week, although looks like the weather has turned on us again. (is it really June?)

I have a big favour to ask you all; ELLE Magazine UK are holding a competition for anyone creative out there to edit their October issue. I have gone for the role as Fashion editor; you can see my entry here!

There are some amazing entries as you can see, but it would be a huge support if you could all vote for my entry simply by clicking this link, and hitting the Facebook 'Like' button!

To all my international readers- you can do this too! It takes two seconds and would mean a whole lot to me.

Thanks again everyone, and have a lovely weekend!! xo

SHOE LOVE

Shoe dreaming; some of my favourite picks for this week.

1. Valentino Rockstud Heels (here)

2. Isabel Marant Studded Pumps

3. Charlotte Olympia Dolly Shoes (here)

4. Gianvito Rossi Fringe Suede Pumps (here)

5. Gianvito Rossi Beige Suede Pumps (here)

6. Givenchy Hagfish Sandals (here)

iWISH

Cannot stop building imaginary wishlists online; they're such a great way of doing outfit builds and narrowing your options down to find that one great piece that you'll use with things you already have, and to stop impulse buying (which I hate doing, and always regret!)  My Matches and Net-a-Porter lists are on overload right now, here's one of my favourite outfits for this week. These clear sling-back Louboutin's are the perfect finish to a casual outfit.

Proenza Schoulder PS1 Bag
http://www.netaporter.com/

Acne Ripped Denim

http://www.acnestudios.com/

Etoile by Isabel Marant Grey Sweater

http://www.matchesfashion.com/

Christian Louboutin 'Un Bout' Slingback Shoe

http://www.matchesfashion.com/

FRIDAY FEELING

It's Friday! Bought these super ripped boyfriend jeans from Zara yesterday, after obsessing over the Acne ones from SS12. Watch out for a post! Rounding off the week with some random Instagram snaps of home/work/clothes..  Enjoy x

WARDROBE WISHES

What i'd love to be wearing right now, this minute, in the office. Can't get over these beaut Reo sandals in nude! They are sitting in my Net-a-Porter wish list bag, along with this Rag & Bone sweater. Don't get me started on the Proenza bag...


Sweater by Rag and Bone

http://www.netaporter.com/

Bag by Proenza Schouler 
http://www.netaporter.com/
Reo Sandals by Isabel Marant

http://www.netaporter.com/
Black Leigh Jeans by Topshop

http://www.topshop.com/

IN RED

Quick outfit post before dinner tonight. I bought these red Leigh jeans from Topshop; they really are the best skinny jeans I have found. I have them in nearly every colour now just because the fit is so good, and best of all they are super comfy. First time wearing my new Zara sandals too, the shape is so simple that they pretty much go with anything! I had seen a similar pair in the Maje lookbook last summer and had been looking for something like them ever since.

Hope you're all having a good week and not letting this miserable weather get to you!

RED LEIGH JEANS BY TOPSHOP

BLACK SANDALS BY ZARA

NAVY KNIT BY COS

BAG BY CHANEL