Trying Out Trends

Seasons come and go, as do trends and styles that take their turn in a never ending cycle of fashion. But how do we sort the good from the bad? Or should I say the ripped jeans from the socks and sliders? Luckily that's where I come in, trying out some of this seasons trends and reinventing my wardrobe to help you decide if you should try it or if it's tragic. Today's trends? Chokers and wearing a Cami over a T-Shirt.

Now I love wearing lace cami's but over a t-shirt? I've seen it done before in a grungy 90's style so I thought I'd try it out. Then what better trend to pair it with than the revival of the 90's choker that we are currently seeing. But how do they look not only together but mixed with trainers and tailored trousers to give it that current edge?

What I'm Wearing | Zara T-Shirt, New Look Cami, Missguided Trousers, Vans, New Look Jacket, River Island Choker, Pull & Bear Bag

While I love chokers I'm still yet to be convinced by the T-Shirt over Cami trend. Part of me likes how it looks (I think pairing two similar colours together such as baby pink and white together really helped tone it down) but then another part of me couldn't get over the alien feeling of layering the two tops. I have to also mention my boyfriend wasn't keen on the Cami over T-Shirt situation, pulling a face when he saw me, so beware of this trend's man-repelling power.

What do you think of these two trends? Will you be wearing them?

Eleanor xx

Leather and Lace

I've always been the kind of person that when I get new clothes I wear them straight away and as part of practically every outfit. That's one reason I've always struggled when it comes to hauls because I've already worn half of the items before I get enough things to put in a post (or video). But as you may have seen I managed to collect enough new pieces to do a haul and there was one item that everyone was talking about.

What I'm Wearing - River Island Choker, Topshop Jacket (similar), Boohoo Cami, Topshop Jeans, M&S Boots, Celine Sunglasses and Pull & Bear Bag (similar)

Yes this black cami from Boohoo that you can see peaking from underneath my Topshop leather jacket was highly talked about in the comments of my last post, and I can see why because it's just gorgeous. I love how delicate the lace trim is and how it contrasts with the toughness of my leather jacket and choker.

To avoid the lace cami, choker and pointed boots looking too much like something out of the wild west I finished off my outfit with my chic Celine sunglasses and hot chocolate from Café Nero (jks I just hadn't finished my drink). I have to admit that the sunglasses and backpack were also out of practicality as it was incredibly sunny in Birmingham that day and we also had some clothes food shopping to do. 

Eleanor xx

Magic Hour

Sometimes when the chance to take blog photos arises you've got to grab the opportunity with both hands, especially when it comes to natural lighting in the British winter. This was the case on an ordinary afternoon last week when I noticed the golden light from the late afternoon sun seep into my bedroom and I knew I had to take advantage of the magic hour quickly before the sun began to set. I grabbed my camera and my boyfriend (after I'd begged him to be my photographer) and these were the results.

What I'm Wearing - New Look Hat, Pull and Bear Jumper, H&M Skirt, TK Maxx Bag, Accessorize Bag Charm and Public Desire Boots

While the warm tones in the pictures may not reflect it, it was bitterly cold that day but luckily my cosy roll neck jumper and my knee high boots kept me warm while still remaining to look like a girl rather than the Michelin Man. The dark colour palette kept my outfit reasonably wintry thus contrasting with the short pleated skirt, a traditionally spring/summer item of clothing.

I'd love to know what you think of my last minute photo shoot, or perhaps your tips for keeping warm while looking good in the colder months.

Eleanor xx