Isobel's A/W 2013 Picks

Alas, Autumn is upon us in the UK and as I mourn the loss of Summer what else can a girl do but peruse around the shops in search of something suitable to wear in this dreary weather! And what with fashion week here I thought it was only right to put together a few beauties in line with the Autumn/Winter trends this year. Tartan and leather will be huge with punk making a revival. As typical at this time of year layering is key, especially with different textures. Bold and clashing prints have been carried through from the Spring/Summer trends.

Scarf: Burberry

Skirt: All Saints

Jumper: Topshop

Shoes: Zara

Bag: Topshop

Shoes: Nike

Trousers: H&M

Top: Topshop

Jacket: Boohoo

Bag: Asos

Hat: Boy London

Hope you enjoyed! Leave a comment - go on, I dare you ;-)

Isobel x

Sunday OOTD

Jumper: Gap

T-Shirt: Topshop

Scarf: Zara

Trousers: Miss Selfridge

Shoes: Nike via Size

Ring: Spitalfields Market

Nails: Ciate Caviar nails "Pearl" beads & "Cookies & Cream" Polish

This is my go-to comfy yet stylish outfit at the moment. The weather in old Blighty has been a bit miserable this week so baggy jumpers and lightweight scarves have been a must. I absolutely live in these leather look jeans from Miss Selfridge at the moment. They are really wearable and a bit more fancy than normal denim. Also feeling uber cool in my new(ish) all black Nike Air Max 90s. I like to think they add a bit of Hip-Hop into my otherwise quite plain outfit. The photo didn't come out too well but I tried out the Caviar nails by Ciate for the first time. I just did one nail on each hand with the beads quite understated and they're growing on me but be warned they do scare off children!  

Have a lovely evening!

Isobel x

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Men

                     

1. 'My side your side' pillow cases

 A fun gift for the man who appreciates his bed space.

2. Red Leather Wrap Bracelet

 This woven Italian leather double wrap bracelet is effortlessly stylish & romantic, yet still quintessentially masculine.

3. The Luxury Full Service Gift Voucher

 The ultimate grooming experience from Murdock London, a contemporary interpretation of a traditional barber service. This 90 minute treatment is guaranteed to leave your man feeling relaxed & indulged. The service includes a head massage, haircut, wet shave & shoe polish all using Murdock's finest Italian products.

4. De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil

 Stop the boys stealing your luxe bath products by getting them some of their own, this one contains the more manly & de-stressing powers of ginger, rosemary & black pepper. Perfect to ease aches & pains after the gym.

5. Nike Frees

 The perfect gift for any gym & sport lover. Customise them to your loved one's own personal style & leave your mark by adding a subtle message by the laces.

6. Latitude Longitude Layered Keyring

 Mark your special place on the globe with this man friendly token of love. First kiss, proposal, wedding, first home or anywhere that is a special location for you! You can also personalise the top tag with your initials.

7. Beer of the month Crate

 The ultimate gift for a beer-lover, a gift selection of 6 award winning ales, delivered each month for 3 consecutive months.

We hope you enjoyed these Valentine's Day gift guides, you can check out the one for girls here! 

We'll leave you with this romantic little song to get you in the Valentine's mood.

Harriet & Isobel x

                       

Pay Day Wishlist

At around this time of the month when the spending ban is well & truly enforced, all I want to do is shop. Because I can't actually go out & spend money I make lists instead. So here are the 9 items that in the last week before pay day are tempting me the most.

Clockwise from top -

1. Rebbeca Minkoff Mini MAC Bag, I've been toying with the idea of buying one of these for a couple of years now. I keep putting it off because they aren't available in the UK & ordering one off a US website is an extra complication that always sees me getting something else instead. This year I've decided to bite the bullet & order one from Shopbop which does free UK delivery. At the moment I'm liking this orange one, but I'm going to hold off a couple more weeks to see if any other spring/summer colours will be released.

*still kicking myself for not getting last years neon yellow version*

2. Nike Free Runs, my favourite gym trainers/ running shoes. Not cheap but definitely the most stylish & comfy trainers out there. Completely customisable you can create any colour combination that takes your fancy. My next pair will probably be extra gaudy & colourful.

3. Ash Bowie Suede Wedge Trainers, up until now I've been firmly against the wedge trainer movement. Until I saw these! I love how the Ash take on the trend looks a lot less clumpy & more feminine than many of the others out there. I'd pick these up in the nude (safe) version pictured, but they are also gorgeous in coral & turquoise if you're feeling braver!

4. Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint Minis, one of the many things in my Cult Beauty basket, I love that these come in little 5ml tubes, perfect for throwing in my handbag & gym kit. I haven't tried anything by Jouer before but after reading the reviews I'm hoping this will be a great tinted moisturiser & help keep winter skin at bay!

5. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment, I've heard so much about this lip product! Again its a hard brand to find in the UK, but this month I'm looking forward to visiting their Marylebone store & treating myself to one. Baby soft lips in February? Yes please.

6. Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts, a completely luxurious purchase, but that's exactly what I'm craving right now! This Cult Beauty find is described as 'a natural version of valium'. Now, I don't suffer from the insomnia & stress that it claims to cure, but we can all do with 'restoring energy levels & emotional well being' of an evening.

7. American Apparel Stacking Enamel Ring, I spied this cute little ring on Oxford Street with Isobel. A cheaper option than the ship ring, but nonetheless a nice little treat to brighten up a February outfit. It comes in lots & lots of colours.

8. Gold Ship Ring by BARK via My Flash Trash, a gorgeous dainty signet style ring. I love the ship design & think its such a romantic ring for Valentines month.

9. Rag & Bone - The Skinny Jeans, I've been looking for some ripped skinny jeans for ages & this Rag & Bone pair tick all the boxes (bonus points for being grey). I love the casual style, but with the super skinny finish I think you can still dress them up enough for drinks at a cool bar. Another Shopbop item, I couldn't find them cheaper anywhere else.

Harriet x