Flying Fox

With its glorious, billowing design, the Flying Fox jacket is one of my all time favourite Winter Kate pieces! 

Perfectly capturing the Winter Kate aesthetic, this majestic jacket features a v-neckline, one-button front, printed semi-sheer crinkled silk chiffon in a mix of blush, black and cream colours with a cute black crochet trim on the shoulders. It is the perfect piece for the modern day bohemian and a typical Summer outfit for me!

For an effortless, casual look, I simply slipped it on over a plain white tee, my favourite denim shorts & my go-to Isabel Marant-esque Summer ankle boots.

Get The look:

Jacket: Winter Kate 'Flying Fox' Jacket

Shorts: Zara Denim Shorts (similar)

T-shirt: Whistles Seam Back Tee in white

Boots: Ash 'Jalouse' Ankle Boots

Kimodo

This gorgeous kimono inspired mini dress represents Nicole Richie's amazing Winter Kate designs perfectly. Made of vintage silk chiffon, it features a  beautiful abstract floral print in delicate pinks & greys, long semi-sheer floaty sleeves, a hidden front zipper with dual hook & eye closure and a softly quilted belt that ties at the waist. This stand-out piece immediately gives you that vintage inspired edgy boho style that is so associated with Nicole Richie.

It is an incredibly versatile dress; I have dressed it up, dressed it down,  worn it in Summer with nude coloured shoes to compliment the neutral hues & in Winter with black opaque tights and shoeboots to give it an edgier feel.

Today I have styled it with gorgeous Alexander Wang peep-toe wedges & a fabulous array of silver Tiffany jewellery!

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Dress: Winter Kate 'Kimodo' Dress (similar)

Shoes: Alexander Wang 'Alla' peep-toe wedges (similar)

Jewellery: All by Tiffany & Co

Keen As Mustard

I have been wearing Twenty8twelve (the fashion brand previously designed by Sienna & Savannah Miller) since their very first collection was launched in 2007. I was one of their very first customers & I still get butterflies in my tummy when their new collections are launched. 

I have a ridiculous number of pieces from every collection and in fact, rarely a day goes by when I'm not wearing something T8T. So, based on 'Value Per Wear' (Hubby drums this concept into me!), my Twenty8twelve clothes have been practically free!

The 'Monette' dress is from their S/S09 collection. I was immediately drawn to its glorious, vibrant, mustard colour! Oh j'adore! It needs nothing by way of accessories because of the great colour & the gorgeous pussy bow detail, so I simply slip on my ever faithful Geri by Next nude patent shoes (in stock again for A/W12) & lashings of MAC 'Ruby Woo' red lipstick & I'm good to go! 

Get The Look:

Dress: Twenty8twelve 'Monette' A-Line Silk Dress (similar)

Shoes: Geri by Next nude patent shoes

Lips: MAC Lipstick in 'Ruby Woo'

Slasher

I've blogged about Irish Fashion Designer Emma Manley on here before so you all know how very much I love her work! Her fabulous designs are described as "an affordable, beautiful, crafted luxury. Garments that are both hard & soft, powerful & preciously delicate at once".

The Slasher dress is probably my favourite piece from her A/W11 collection; I say probably as the entire collection is amazing so it's hard to pick a favourite! Slasher however, is that rare dress you can just throw on and immediately feel fabulous. The dress features two soft jersey layers; a fitted mini underneath and a midi length top layer with two slits running up the centre of each leg. 

The best way to wear Slasher is with a statement belt. You can hide the belt under the front outer flap and tie it to the back to hide your tummy and flatter a pert bottom. Or you can leave the back loose and close the belt over the front layer to give the illusion of a tiny waist. 

The 'Harlech' studded warrior belt by Burberry Prorsum is the ideal statement piece to give a harder edge to the deceptively simple lines of Slasher. The over-sized studds add an edgy, punky feel that is both bold and glamorous. 

The shoes are classic Jimmy Choo courts. They were my first ever Designer shoe purchase many years ago and are so popular they reappear in Jimmy Choo collections season after season.

Get The Look:

Dress: Emma Manley 'Slasher' Dress

Belt: Burberry Prorsum 'Harlech' Studded Belt (similar)

Shoes: Jimmy Choo 'Eros' Shoes

Jewellery: All by Tiffany & Co

Twinkle Little Star

This iconic Alexander Wang cowl-neck mini dress, featuring figure flattering drapes & a shimmering sequin finish,  is the ultimate sparkly party dress. Worn by celebrities such as Cheryl Cole and Kristen Stewart, the Designers signature Goddess style dress became an instant classic when it featured in his Resort 2010 collection.

Navy is such a chic alternative to black & I simply love how the tiny sequins catch the light and make me shine & sparkle with every step, both on and off stage! Such a stunning dress needs nothing more than towering heels, a show stopping clutch and a big smile for an unforgettable entrance. 

I styled it here with my go-to classic Christian Louboutin peep-toe shoes, an oversized Michael Kors gold watch, bright red lips and one of the most amazing bags I own; the limited edition Jimmy Choo 'Pilar' Bakelite clutch. Designed to look like a rolled up magazine, this quirky clutch features a fabulous Richard Phillips 70s style pop-art print. I had to phone the Jimmy Choo store in New York to get hold of this beauty and I'm so glad I did, it is too gorgeous for words!

Get The Look:

Dress: Alexander Wang Draped Sequin Mini Dress in navy (similar)

Clutch: Jimmy Choo 'Pilar' Clutch (similar)

Shoes: Christian Louboutin 'Very Prive' Peep-toe Shoes

Watch: Michael Kors Gold Chronograph Bracelet Watch

Summer Lovin'

From sunny stripes to fresh florals, I am seeing gorgeous Summer dresses everywhere at the moment, thanks to the lovely warm Summer weather. 

It prompted me to get out one of my own favourite Summer dresses. I bought this adorable little number from Reiss last year. It is fun, flirty & fabulous and with it's ruched bustier detail & cute floaty skirt it is absolutely perfect for sunny Garden Parties, Summer Weddings or a day at The Races. You just can't go wrong with a ditzy floral print!

I styled the dress very simply with leg lengthening tan sandals, also from Reiss last Summer, and some delicate silver Tiffany jewellery. 

Get The Look:

Dress: Reiss 'Daffy' strapless floral dress (similar)

Shoes: Reiss 'Cedar' tan sandals (similar)

Jewellery: Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti silver jewellery

It Takes Two

When I think of the Acne brand, I think of minimalism with an edge. I think of wearable, luxurious clothing with attitude.

The 'Atlantis' dress sums up the Acne aesthetic perfectly. When I went to their London store to buy this dress (in the blue colourway), I actually ended up getting two of them, the blue & another in dolphin grey. I just couldn't choose between them so it seemed like the sensible thing to do! It was also available in black but I was a good girl, I put that one back.

I love everything about the 'Atlantis' dress; I love the colour of both, the asymmetric shape, the draped front, the pleated shoulder detail and the curved hem.  I especially love the exposed, copper-coloured side zipper which toughens up this feminine dress. 

I styled the blue dress with my favourite Christian Louboutin studded 'Pigalle' shoes & the dolphin grey one with towering Topshop shoe boots. I wore a simple, chunky Tiffany cuff with both.

Get The Look: 

Dress: Acne 'Atlantis' silk dresses in dolphin grey

Shoes: Christian Louboutin studded 'Pigalle' shoes

Boots: Topshop 'Adina' shoe boots (similar)

Cuff: Tiffany & Co 1837 cuff in silver