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

SEPTEMBER ESSENTIALS

More reasons I love September.. transeasonal dressing! It is a fickle thing, fashion vs. english weather. I spend most of my time in the summer months wondering what on earth is appropriate to wear in the blazing heat when it will (most definitely) be pouring with torrential rain and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with the temperature dropping at least by 10 degrees after that. It also doesn't help that I love layering and my wardrobe consists mainly of knitwear! I can only hope over the next few weeks it'll be clear skies, with a cool temperature and no rain (yes I am completely delusional, but it'll help me in justifying more transeasonal purchases..)

What to start looking out for the Autumn/Winter? 1. The perfect coat. The most important piece in making an outfit. Yes I shouldn't be wishing away the nice sunny weather but I am also far too eager to purchase new coats with so many great styles in store already for AW12. This wool coat from the Topshop 'Premium' range is just what I have been looking for; it has that oversized, voluminous structure but in a more contemporary cocoon style that you can chuck over anything and it'll make the outfit. 

2. The printed L/S tee: A lightweight, long sleeve tee like these ones from Proenza Schouler's AW12 collection are perfect to wear under a coat or jacket without having to layer on the knitwear just yet. I am a sucker for anything Breton and the rust coloured 'mountain' style print is the perfect statement jersey!

3. The perfect white tee: An obvious choice, but you really can't go wrong. I love this geo oversized piece from Topshop Boutique, it may only be a white T-shirt but the structure of it makes all the difference.

4. The suede sneakers: Can you tell I might just be a little bit obsessed with Isabel Marant's sneakers? Ever since I got my hands on my first pair of Willow's at the beginning of this year the addiction  has simply got worse. They are so comfortable and really do go with everything that I couldn't find a better alternative. Whether you choose Bekett's or Bobby's or Boston's you won't regret it! They're gold dust at the moment with there having been so many waiting lists for them, so contact me if you are trying to locate a pair and i'll do my best to help!

5. The Black Bag: Show me a bag in 10 colours and I will almost definitely choose it in Black. I love this new Mulberry Maisie bag; I was never really sold on the Bayswater's (and even more so the Del Rey's), but when I saw this unusual beauty previewed at Dover Street Market, I loved the imprinted buckles and the mix of suede and leather. A much more contemporary twist on the usual leather Mulberry's! 

Where to get it? From Left to Right:

Topshop Premium Domed Sleeve Coat, Proenza Schouler Printed Jersey, Mulberry Maisie Bag, Isabel Marant Bobby Sneakers, Topshop Boutique Geo White Tee, Proenza Schouler Striped Henley Jersey.

#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.