Street Style #1

So when it comes to fashion inspiration I always find myself most innovated by street style. When I'm on social media it tends to be all I look up. So to put all my hours spent doing this to use I decided to feature some of my favorites with you guys. Every week I will share five of the best street style snaps that I have come across. Lately I've been loving laid back, casual styling and this is very much reflected in the images below. As part of my new job I will be sourcing amazing street styles throughout London and may feature some on this blog so keep an eye out. Hope you enjoy this weeks looks.   

Love C X 

Blue Bloods

Every season I have a colour that stands out in my mind as my "go-to" shade for the coming months. Recently I have been talking about white a lot, but I also think I need a block contrasting tone to add some umph to SS14. Welcome cobalt blue. Blue is a shade that I do not normally go for in my everyday choices, mainly because when it comes to shopping, any item that I pick up always has a black/white/maroon option and these are shades I wear more. So it is time to break the mold and venture with this luxury shade. 

This look particularly suits a tailored style, over-sized coats, silk loose fitted shirts teamed with smart skinny trousers are a great way to embrace the brighter season. As I have recently spoke about in many of my recent posts, basic block colours (white, black, beige and grey) are my essentials right now and the great aspect about this move is cobalt blue compliments all of the above.... It's a win-win.

The one retail brand that I think offers the best high street alternative to high-end designer tailoring is Zara. I have been keeping an eye on the latest season stock arrive slowly into the shops and so far it can be described effortless tailored chic. I may put together a post on my favorite bits from the new Zara collection in the next few weeks so make sure to keep an eye out. If you plan on experimenting on the this deeper shade Zara are offering some amazing options in the form of shirts, cotton tees and smart A-line dresses. If any of you are bold enough to try the bold blue lip tweet me the results (you can do so by the side tab).

Love C X 

Ooh girl, love your style: Miranda Kerr

So, she has been on the scene for awhile ( 10 years to be precise) but it seems that in the last twelve months Miranda Kerr has gone from just another model to my street style icon. Many of the shots that we see of Ms Kerr are taken while she is either leaving her home with her son or simply walking down the street. This shows her natural style personality, and it is practically flawless. Not only has she been blessed with those looks but the girl knows how to work the best looks! 

What I love most about this girls style is the simplicity of what she is wearing but yet how well it looks. When you think about it, apart from the high-end event outfits, her casual style consists primarily of blue wash skinny denims, a basic tee, a winter cardigan and/or over-sized tailored coat. This is nothing that is not in our own reach, I'd say we have all these in our wardrobes already but there is something effortlessly beautiful about these scenes.

The above images with the aqua-blue maxi is probably one of my personal favorites, mainly because it is one of those outfits that is noticeable "I can only wear this once" statement which is not necessarily meant for casual attire but yet it is. It is effortlessly chic and beautiful.

"I believe to be successful at anything you have to give it a 100% commitment and that is what I still do to this day."- Miranda Kerr

Love C X 

Dreaming of a White Spring

Here we go again, another new and exciting year ahead. In my last post, The Future is looking Bright, I spoke about beauty trends which I think will be hot this coming season. So today I am focusing on fashion colours. Like everything, this is a personal perspective on colours and shades which I plan on wearing. Recently I wrote a post for Your Style Forecast called "Clean Living", which centered around the idea of focusing on brighter block colours for the coming season. White is a new hot favorite for me. Investing in finer tailored clothes is also on the agenda for me.The high street offer fantastic trend focused staples but the length of time that I get out of these numbers just doesn't seem worth it to me anymore. From now on, I have decided that I will spend money on clean classics that will not only match everything (white and black are prime examples of this statement) but they will also follow me through to seasons for years to me.

Minimal colour is a fresh approach to my wardrobe. Cleaning out all the clashing colours and bold prints is practically detoxing. Some people fix up their diet for the new year, I clean up my wardrobe. Although this is a slight lie as I have cleaned up my diet aswell. I am now cutting out all foods containing gluten, which includes bread, pasta, pizza etc. Thankfully there are lots of gluten free pizzas and pastas available so I won't be suffering too much! 

Other colours which I am adding too much wardrobe for 2014 include; beige, grey, mint greens and the addition of more black. 

Part of this style revival stems from the fact that in my new job I have to wear black most of the time. At first I thought this was really convenient but as the weeks have gone on I feel lack I am lacking creativity with regards my style. This could be why I am craving white and bright shades but I also need to find some black pieces that are timeless also that will make me want to wear them outside of work. Black PVC is something that I love and tend to stick to this look just for winter but I have a feeling that I may just carry it into spring this year. 

To a Fashionable New Year! 

Love C X