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Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London

On the Radar: Troy London

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Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London

Two looks, one designer, one happy bunny.

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London

It’s no secret that I am a huge fan of up and coming brands. I love to find pieces from new designers who are timeless but unique. To me, luxury is all about feeling good in what you wear, but it’s also about the feel of fabrics on your skin, textures and all round quality. For Troy London, quality is of the utmost important. That, and this feeling of effortlessness and ease, where you can just pick up one of their pieces, throw it on and just feel great because you know it looks great too. After all, a wardrobe full of effortlessly classic pieces that last season after season is key. 

What I really love about all these pieces is that although there is a sense of “countryside” to them, the designs and detailing are so contemporary, which means you could wear all these pieces, literally anywhere. For me, the Jodhpur pants are the embodiment of exactly that – although the style may make me want to grab some boots and go ride a horse, at the same time, the leather detailing on the side and on the seams makes these pants a great option for any other plans I might have (Don’t worry, I will be stopping by the stable to for a ride on Buttercup.. what I always imagined my pony would be named…) 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London

When I slipped on this grey sweater, which I opted for in a size up, I literally never wanted to get out of it. I wanted to eat, sleep, drink, party, and just live in this sweater. I had suddenly found the solution to one of the most irritating problems of winter. You know when you pick up a sweater, it’s super cute, you love it, you wear it and then suddenly it just itches every party of your body cause the fabric is just.. itchy, causing everyone around you to think that you’ve broken out into some.. strange rash or are carrying a nest of ticks around with you? Well, this sweater is the exact opposite of that – this sweater is soft, warm and cuddly but most importantly it looks effortless and matches with anything. This gorgeous green cape as well is one of the most versatile pieces of the collection. Troy London focus on outerwear for women, and this cape is the perfect colour for pretty much any outfit (haven’t you heard, khaki is the new neutral) and the fit and style makes it great for day and night! Not to mention, it’s really warm. 

Even after all that, my most favourite thing has to be the fur cuffs. You’ve seen them on my Instagram and you’re seeing them here – these are detachable fur cuffs. Yes. You read that correctly my friend – These fur cuffs (which also come in black) can be attached to anything so suddenly any sweater.. or pair of pants.. or boots.. or however creative you wanna get, can have that extra touch of oomph. I’ve been sticking them on to everything recently and trust me, if you do the same, watch the compliments roll in! 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
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Look 1:

Sweater: Troy London

Skirt: Zara

Boots: Chanel

Fur Wrist Cuffs: Troy London

Look 2:

Cape: Troy London

Pants: Troy London

Sneakers: Lanvin

Hat: Caroline Gardner 

 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases up and coming brand Troy London
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Sporting a Winter Look

 I love a bit of sporty flair through a side stripe – It really elongates the figure

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.

When I stepped out of my apartment this morning, I was hit with a very icy blast indeed. It seems that London is just about to get the leftovers of an Arctic freeze, coming our way in full swing with high winds and negative temperatures. I think that means it’s going to be very brrrr indeed. I find that when the weather can go from being manageable to so unforgiving in a matter of seconds (or days or hours.. or minutes. it’s just too unpredictable!) I like to stay as comfortable as possible, but I am also not one to abandon style in my pursuit of comfort.

There is nothing as comfortable as a soft, slightly oversized, turtleneck sweater. The way it hugs you in all the right places and makes sure you stay warm on the top half, no wonder they are an all round winter favourite. I paired my favourite Sandro sweater (a similar one here, and a more affordable one which is also on sale here) with a pair of sporty yet sophisticated pants. What I love about these side striped pants is that they are roomy and comfortable, but the cut and the fall still makes them incredibly stylish. The stripes on the side add that touch of femme leisure while elongating your figure. These are from Zara, but I found a super similar pair here. I added the belt in to add some definition to my silhouette and to balance the two baggy pairings. Plus a waist belt always adds a touch of class! 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.

I recently took a very short and sweet digital detox this weekend (You would have noticed, I was just a little bit quiet on Instagram!) Sometimes you just need to take a deep breath, stop and understand what’s going on around you, what your goals are, and how far away from achieving them you are and what you need to do to get there. Although you feel the effects of stepping away from the Instagram community quite quickly, whether it’s in terms of engagement or just how hard it can be on Monday morning to get back into it, I’ve come back feeling a little bit more refreshed and with a new sense of excitement for everything I want to achieve for you guys in the rest of 2016 and in the new year too! 

I have to say though, when I said I’m back, I really am back. I finally got on the Snapchat game and thought I would give that a try! You can add me now on: The Silk Sneaker. C’mon, you know you want to see how weird I really am! 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases December outfit ideas featuring a Sandro sweater and Zara pants and a Gucci bag.

How are you dressing for this freezing start to December?

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Top: Sandro (similar here and here)

Pants: Zara 

Bag: Gucci

Belt: Gucci

Boots: Chanel

Sunglasses: Sunday Somewhere (on sale!)

Ring: Isharya

 

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The Coolest Pants Around

I’ve got my smarty pants on today.

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shares a luxe November outfit idea with styled pants from Zara and a Topshop top
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shares a luxe November outfit idea with styled pants from Zara and a Topshop top
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Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shares a luxe November outfit idea with styled pants from Zara and a Topshop top
I always wondered, what made a pair of pants worthy of the title “Smarty pants”? Is it how smart you feel when you are wearing these styled pants, or just the general smartness that revolves around their vibe? Either way, whatever the rules may be, I would say that these pants are pretty smart. These pants manage to combine round metallic details (Which I feel are always having a moment?) as well as some superb draping, to give you, the coolest pair of styled pants you’ll have in your closet this season. I bet you can’t guess where they are from either…I’ll give you a hint. Starts with Z and ends with.. ara.So what better way to style a pair of perfectly draped pants with a perfectly draped turtleneck? I just adore the way the features of these two star pieces came together to create this look. With my favourite accessories, I was ready for anything and I was feeling pretty smart about it too.
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shares a luxe November outfit idea with styled pants from Zara and a Topshop top
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On a more personal note, I was able to catch up with a super dear friend of mine this weekend who came to visit me from Bath. We got to go see Andy Murray play at the ATP World Tour Semi finals which was a dream come true! I’m a huge tennis fan, and my goal is to go see Roger Federer play! I also got to celebrate another super close friend’s bridal shower on Sunday which was amazing. Did you guys see the cake? (It’s on my instagram don’t worry you haven’t missed it!) It was amazing and tasted better than it looked – if that’s even possible? I’m going to start Christmas shopping super soon! Starting with my present for Secret Santa. My recent gift guide is a massive source of inspiration if you’re looking for a gift of your own!

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Top: TopshopPants: ZaraBoots: Dior (similar here for under £100 and similar here too)Bag: Louis VuittonCoat: Burberry (similar on sale here and here)
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Three ways to bring your favourite jumpsuit into the winter season. Wear your favourite piece in three unique ways with super fashionable layering.

3 Ways to Wear A Jumpsuit this Winter

Whoever told you you could only wear a jumpsuit that one way, was very wrong. A jumpsuit is one of the most versatile pieces in your arsenal and it works for all seasons! Since winter is coming, or rather winter is pretty much here, I styled my favourite Hush jumpsuit in three different ways for three different occasions! Scroll down and have a look – and remember, a jumpsuit is your new best friend!

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The Casual

As the weather continues to drop, elevate your casual jumpsuit look with some smart layering. A white turtleneck underneath this black jumpsuit provides the perfect contrast to create a luxe look for everyday! Paired with your favourite boots, you have an easy go to outfit for when you aren’t quite sure what to wear! Easy!

Turtleneck: Zara

Jumpsuit: Hush

Boots: Dior

Bag: Gucci

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A casual jumpsuit can easily become a semi formal one with just a few simple tricks. By layering a collared shirt underneath your jumpsuit and topping it with a statement blazer, you’ve got yourself a stylish outfit that rocks as much as your favourite trouser and blazer combination but with that added twist! 

Blazer: Maje (old – similar here)

Shirt: Claudie Pierlot (similar here)

Jumpsuit: Hush

Boots: Dior

The Semi Formal

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fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shows three different ways to wear a jumpsuit for three different occasions in a Hush jumpsuit
fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shows three different ways to wear a jumpsuit for three different occasions in a Hush jumpsuit
fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shows three different ways to wear a jumpsuit for three different occasions in a Hush jumpsuit
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The Formal

Taking a casual jumpsuit and transforming it for a night out is not as hard as you might think! This is by far my favourite way to wear a jumpsuit. I love to add some texture to my outfit with a little bit of lace and a velvet choker – two things that always look gorgeous for a night out. Throw on a pair of heels and a solid statement lip and you have a laid back yet incredibly chic night outfit.

Lace Cami: Set (similar here and love this one too!)

Jumpsuit: Hush

Heels: Prada (similar here)

Clutch: Loewe 

fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shows three different ways to wear a jumpsuit for three different occasions in a Hush jumpsuit
fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker shows three different ways to wear a jumpsuit for three different occasions in a Hush jumpsuit

How do you style a jumpsuit?

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Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter

Slipping into Silk this Winter

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter

Layering is key to making your pieces more versatile this winter.

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter

If you tuned into my Style Counsel interview on Facebook Live yesterday (don’t worry you can still go watch it!) you’ll notice that I said I love pieces that are versatile. You will also notice that I had a layered look on. I adore layering in the winter. It is one of the best parts of the season and it’s also a great way to see how far you can stretch your wardrobe. I adore a classic sweater because you can never put a foot wrong in a classic, but I always tend to indulge in a few trend driven pieces through the season as well (Uh velvet boots anyone? They will last me forever though, I insist). Lace slip dresses were one of those trends – A gorgeous slip gown is always elegant, but a short one with lace can be a bit hard to pull off without it looking like you’re wearing your bed time uniform!

So, when I bought this lace slip dress, I knew there was no way I was going to be wearing it on it’s own. I find that the best way to wear a trend is by making it your own, and in my case, that fell under the layering category. Combined with some of my eternally classic pieces, a V neck sweater (which is so cozy for the winter), thigh high leather boots and my boy bag, I had transformed this trend into a classic Shloka look. 

 

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Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter

What I loved most about creating this look is how just one extra piece, or rather, one extra layer, completely changed the mood of the outfit. It went from night drinks, to a stylish day time outfit. My favourite part has to be the little bits of lace sticking out around the V neck! 

In other news, you can now officially shop my Instagram by signing up to LiketoKnowIt. Every time you like my Instagram, you’ll receive an email with direct links letting you to shop my look whenever, wherever! Super soon, you’ll also be able to shop my blog as well – cannot wait for that!

My weekend was super busy with lots of birthday celebrations for two of my close friends – an all day brunch that went well into the night and an amazing dim sum dinner. (Proudest that I still took off all my make up when I got home – that’s always a must! Sometimes we all slack though don’t we?)

My current obsession is also with The Crown – if you haven’t watched it already, you need to drop everything that you’re doing and watch it now. We started it on Sunday morning and finished it by Sunday night (yes.. that is 10 hours of TV, oops.) 

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter
How to layer a dress
Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker wears a Brandy Melville Sweater and Topshop Lace Slip dress to show how to layer this winter

Shop my look:

Sweater: Brandy Melville (similar here and here and adore this colour)

Dress: Topshop

Boots: Chanel (similar here and here)

Bag: Chanel

Sunglasses: Mykita 

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November Favourites

The products I’m obsessed with this month are nothing short of amazing.

Can anyone else believe that it’s November? I feel like we’ve fast forwarded through 2016 and it’s almost time for Christmas gifting and hot chocolate. Since tis almost the season for gifting and shine, I have a feeling that my November favourites are about to become your November favourites. From the best highlighter I’ve ever used, to the prettiest scrunchies for your hair, scroll down for some early cheer and merriment! 

#1

Chantecaille Liquid Lumiére

I’m all about the natural beauty look – my daily routine is so simple and to the point but is always a no fail situation. I’ve recently started using this Chantecaille Liquid Lumiére highlighter and I have to say it is the best highlighter I’ve used by far. It’s got a strong shine so you don’t need too much of it but it also blends beautifully and looks incredibly natural. 

 

Get it here

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#2

By Terry
Liquid Blush

I’m a huge fan of liquid blush because I find that it appears more natural on the skin and is much easier to manage and manipulate. My current favourite is this gorgeous By Terry liquid blush. It comes in three different shades (I obviously went for the bright pink!) and has a slightly glossy finish on the skin. Perfect for rosy cheeks all winter long.

Get it here

#3

Monica Vinader Bangles

If you’ve been reading carefully you will know that I love beautiful jewellery. I always find that an outfit is incomplete without something and I usually always have something on my wrists. My most recent purchase were these two Monica Vinader bangles. I love the minimal shape and the way they look stacked on the wrists! They really are the perfect accessory for everyday! (Plus, pro tip, they make stunning Christmas presents… or even birthday presents.. or just a present to yourself)

Get it here

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#4

Clarins Fix Make Up Spray

One of the biggest make up mistakes is when your makeup is too cakey and just isn’t set properly. If you’ve ever been guilty of doing that, and I know I have, I find that one of the best ways to make sure that A. your make up is set perfectly, B. it lasts all night looonngg, and C. it looks flawless and natural, is to use this Clarins spray. A couple of spritz’s after your make up routine is complete and you will wonder why you didn’t know about this spray before.

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#5

Mille Saisons Silk Hair Ties

One of the most luxurious fabrics in the world is silk (A little insight into where ‘The Silk Sneaker’ comes from!) and it’s also one of the best fabrics for your hair and skin. Silk helps battle frizz, keeps your hair cleaner and styled for longer, and is gentle on your skin. So we all know that everyone wants a silk pillowcase, but I also swear by using silk scrunchies in my hair! If it’s good for my hair, I’m on board. It’s just a perk that they come in the most gorgeous colours too.

Get it here

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So if you’re in the gifting mood already, or just ready for a little make up haul, give any of my November favourites a try and you’ll be happy all month long. What are your current favourites?

Let’s Get Freaky

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Dress: SandroBralette: Victoria SecretEarrings: Marte FrisnesShoes: ValentinoClutch: Alexander McQueenRing: Butler & WilsonGloves: Dolce & GabannaNailpolish: Nails IncLipstick: ChantecailleChoker: Anarchy Street

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