I have to be successful because I love expensive shit

My favourite season is Autumn, by far. Not only do the leaves start to change and the wind gets a chill, and all that poetic business, but the clothes are far better, too.

For once, you can wrap up and pile on the layers instead of panicking about toning up as the layers come off and clothes get sheer and wispy.

The only problem, so far as I can see, is that I simply don't have the funds to indulge in all that AW14 has to offer. So, if there are any kind takers out there who wish to support my indulgences, just holler...

Outfit: Isabel Marant at Matchesfashion.com

Outfit: Tibi at Matchesfashion.com

Outfit: Preen Line at Matchesfashion.com
 

...yeah, I thought it was a long shot.

GT-C.

Parisian perfection

I have often admired the French woman's prerogative of laid back, easy elegance. For a maximalist, materialist Brit like me, peeling back the layers and ridding my wardrobe of the non-classic pieces doesn't come easy, and so makes their style (and mind-set) even more desirable.

Whilst I'm not ready to trade in the make-up and hair products for a bare face and blow-dry, I am ready to learn a few sartorial tricks from the oft-quoted Parisians. So, farewell paillettes and bon voyage towering heels, and hello to sweet ballet pumps, classic trench coats and Le Smoking de Saint Laurent...

Photo credits; all via vogueandcoffee on Pinterest

Closet envy

If, like me, you like nothing more than spending an evening stalking ultimate super-closets thinking 'why isn't this mine?', then you will certainly enjoy these...

 





Trends you should hate (but actually LOVE)

1. Retro denim
When denim is so bad, it's so good... Double denim, denim dresses, frayed hem denim skirts, patchwork. I. Want. It. All.

P.S. Flares are back.

2. White shoes
Stigma of trailer parks and colouring in scuffs with Tipp-ex - but when paired with boyfriend trousers, good things happen. The more I see it, the more I like it.

3. Metallic leather
So outdated, but so cool!

4. Mirror lens
The trend better suited to scenes in Top Gun, this look has travelled into the blogosphere of certified stylistas.

5. Sliders
Tres Unchic. However, I'm willing to let this slide (ahem) as it looks SO comfortable for the summer heat.

Photo credit: WhoWhatWear; Stylelist; Fabsugar; the xtyle; Vogue; Pinterest; Pinterest; Le 21eme; modern legacy

Christmas jumpers? Don't sweat it

Are you a Scrooge in the making, or a Santa's little helper? Whichever camp you belong to, there is always a special sweater to sport. Come Christmas morn, when the snow is crisp and white (unlikely here in the mild climes of Devon), you can pull on something warm, cosy, and very festively appropriate.

Here are my top picks to wrap up in, now.

Marks & Spencers, £35

 

Topshop, £55

Mary Katrantzou for Save the Children, Bid here

 

Zoe Karssen, £43

Meadham Kirchoff, £375

The desirables

Everyone has a wish list.
Some people like cars, some prefer the latest hi-tech gadgets, and many seek sandy shores and exotic places. Then there are some who, like me, lust after the beautiful craftsmanship of luxury fashion. So, without further ado, here is my wishlist.

1. Lucy Choi "Adelite" pumps (in red croc) - here

2. Chanel tote - here

3. Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120 - here

4. Etro print dress - here

5. Acne "Mape" green biker - here

6. Three Floor "Asia" dress - here