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How To Style Your Summer Dress With Sneakers

DRESSES AND SNEAKERS

The coolest outfit formula around; your summer dress and a pair of sneakers.

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When it comes to creating casual summer outfits, there is nothing a pair of sneakers can’t do. One of my favourite outfit formulas is pairing a flowy midi summer dress with a pair of my favourite sneakers. Although it might not sound like a combination that would work, wearing a dress and sneakers is actually one of the coolest outfit combinations that also happens to be seriously trending right now. (Don’t worry, this is not a trend that will die either. Who would want to give up looking cute AND feeling comfortable). Since I am, after all, The Silk SNEAKER, I wanted to focus today’s outfit on sharing a few tips to matching your favourite trainers with your favourite summer dress for your next weekend outfit.

1. Length doesn’t matter
The great thing about pairing a dress with sneakers is that the length doesn’t matter. I have worn my sneakers with mini dresses, midi dress and even maxi dresses. It completely depends on the look you’re going for. Where mini dresses and maxi dresses give off more off a “cool” casual vibe, a midi dress and sneakers is perfectly balanced; not too casual and not too formal. Just perfect!

2. Low Tops Are The Most Versatile
I always find that white low top sneakers are the most versatile because they literally go with everything. Currently, my favourite is from sustainable brand Veja. I’ve been eyeing and admiring the brand for a long time and I finally found a pair that I fell in love with. It makes me really happy to know that the sneakers I’m wearing every day are made from a sustainable brand that are taking active steps to make our world a better and cleaner place to live.

3. Your Other Accessories Can Be Formal
Just because you’re wearing sneakers, doesn’t mean you can’t wear more feminine accessories. For my outfit, I added in a gold chain belt and cat eye sunglasses. The rest of my accessories are way more formal than my sneakers but it still works. You could wear any mix of accessories, which is why this is such a great outfit combination!

If you’re looking for more ideas on how to wear a dress with sneakers, why not try this simple outfit formula to get you started: try a plain white shirt dress with sneakers. Add in a hairband, some of your favourite bracelets and grab a shoulder bag to go with. Literally my next outfit!

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& Other Stories Printed Midi Dress

Gold Chain Belt (similar)

Cat Eye Sunglasses (similar)

Veja Sneakers

I have worn my sneakers with mini dresses, midi dress and even maxi dresses. It completely depends on the look you’re going for.

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& Other Stories Printed Midi Dress

Gold Chain Belt (similar)

Cat Eye Sunglasses (similar)

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How To Wear A Tweed Jacket Casually For A Chic Summer Outfit

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I’m not sure if you’ve heard the news but the royal baby has arrived and I felt like there was no better time than now to share an outfit with a bit of a royal touch; the classic tweed jacket. (Does anyone have any ideas on what his name will be?) When it comes to the classic pieces, there are a few that every woman strives to add to her wardrobe in her lifetime. From the ultimate black bag to the perfect kitten heels to, of course, the infamous tweed jacket. I’m all about taking these classic luxe pieces and styling them for a cute and casual summer outfit. Today I’m tackling the most classic of them all.

Now, although most of us lust after the Chanel tweed jackets (literally the mother of all jackets!!), we can’t always spare the £££ to get one. Luckily for you, there’s a new brand around that’s here to get you that Chanel girl look without the price tag. I was recently introduced to brand Kezmay London and fell in love with their tweed pieces. The brand sources its material from the same factory that provides Chanel with all the tweed for its jackets as well. Everything is handmade and created with love in London and if you were looking for something even more special, they do custom fittings and custom design sessions. Pretty cool right?

The key to styling a tweed jacket while still maintaining cool girl status is to use it to elevate your favourite everyday basics. For a summer look that screams chic while still staying trendy, I paired this pink tweed jacket with a white shirt dress. I wanted to let the jacket really shine through so I paired it with this matching Kezmay tweed headband (HOW IN TREND?) and my Prada kitten heels (similar listed below). You could also try pairing a jacket like this with a t-shirt and your favourite summer mini skirt. I would make sure though that the only pattern in the outfit is the tweed and I would keep the rest of the look minimal. I’ve linked to some high street versions of the tweed jacket below as well, ready for you to shop!

So, are you ready to live your Chanel girl dreams? Let me know how you would wear a tweed jacket! PS: You can check out Kezmay London’s Instagram here. DM them for orders!

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Kezmay London Boxy Tweed Jacket

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Kezmay London Tweed headband

White Shirt Dress (similar)

Prada strappy sandals

Similar sandals

Chanel Gabrielle’s Backpack

The brand sources its material from the same factory that provides Chanel with all the tweed for its jackets as well.

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Kezmay London Boxy Tweed Jacket

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Kezmay London Tweed headband

White Shirt Dress (similar)

Prada strappy sandals

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Chanel Gabrielle’s Backpack

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3 Spring/Summer 2019 Shoe Trends You Need To Try Right Now

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The three best summer shoe trends you are going to be wearing everyday from chunky sandals to strappy sandals.

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It’s time to put your best foot forward this summer, and I mean that literally, with these 2019 summer shoe trends that I just can’t get enough of! Last year, dad sneakers took the fashion world by storm and were seen on the feet of almost every Instagrammer and blogger out there (except me.. I never got into that trend). This year, they are being replaced by a few more wearable and summery trends that I am falling hard for. From strappy sandals to chunky sandals, there is something for everyone with these trends!

Below you will find my top 3 summer 2019 trends for your shoe closet! I’ve also talked about where you can get them, and how you can style them! Don’t forget to tell me which is your favourite and do share any of your styling photos with me on Instagram! I love seeing you guys recreate these looks!

CHUNKY SANDALS

I never thought that I would be, but I’m loving this chunky sandal trend. There is something really retro and cool about this trend and I am so excited because I recently got my hands on a Prada pair. Although I haven’t had the weather to pull them out just yet, I have already come up with some really exciting ways to style them. They might seem very “dad sandal” esque but they can actually look very luxe and high fashion. Pair them with your favourite summer dress and ladylike bag for an extra high fashion feel.

STRAPPY SANDALS

This trend is probably the opposite of the chunky sandals trend for summer 2019. What I love about this is how ladylike and elegant these shoes are. They literally work with any outfit because they are so classic and chic and are actually a pair you should have in your closet no matter if they are “trending” or not. Pair them with jeans and a shirt like I have here or you can even make your favourite pair of summer shorts or skirt more city like with a pair of these. Perfect for literally any occasion, I would say this is the most timeless of the summer shoe trends.

SUMMER SLIDES

It all started when THOSE Christian Dior slides started to take over our Instagram feeds. Summer slides are not new and in fact, much like strappy sandals, are almost always something to have for the summer. This year though they are really trending, with all kinds of variations coming about. From embellished slides, to ones with buckles, there is literally one to go with every outfit so make sure you get your hands on a super sleek pair. You can pair your slides with a pair of Bermuda shorts and a chic blouse for the ultimate summer look, or even with a lovely shirt dress!

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Which trend is your favourite? How would you wear it!

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The Trending Accessories That Look Luxe But Are Under £50

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LUXE LOOK

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Here are all the luxe looking accessories that are under £50 that are in trend for spring summer 2019!

I love sharing my luxury accessories with you all especially because you guys are all so interested in them and have such an appreciation for fashion just like me. But what I love about fashion is that you don’t always need to spend a ton to be able to get a luxe look. In fact, some of the trending accessories of the season can all be found for under £50 while still making you look more expensive (think hair accessories, like diamante hair clips!). My three favourites of the season are hands down, hair accessories like large hair clips and headbands, shell jewellery and uber strappy sandals.

HAIR ACCESSORIES

One of the easiest ways to make your outfit look more expensive is to add in a hair accessory. One scroll through your Instagram and you’ll know that hair clips are all the rage. Channel your inner Blair Waldorf and add one of these gorgeous pieces to your outfit. If you’re feeling extra daring you’ll rock more than one at a time!

You can also see my post on how to wear a headband here.

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SHELL JEWELLERY

Fair warning, you’re going to see a lot of shell jewellery on The Silk Sneaker in the coming months. It is such an easy and fun way to get a summer feel for your outfit without having to spend a ton, especially because a lot of high-end brands like Etro are putting it on the runway too. Here are some of my favourite pieces that are all under 50 that you can start wearing now!

You can also check out the trending earring styles for spring summer 2019 here.

STRAPPY SANDALS

Put the boots away and grab your strappiest sandals around. The concept behind this luxe-looking trend is to have shoes that are “barely there” – there’s something really chic about it right? There are a lot of gorgeous designer pairs out there but there are also some awesome high street versions out there too. A few of these are over £50 but they are all under £100 so still good quality and affordable.

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How To Wear Your Denim Shorts Stylishly Now

DENIM DREAM

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I feel like as we approach spring, we are already planning our summer outfits and one of my summer wardrobe staples is denim shorts, especially white denim shorts! White denim is one of my favourite things to incorporate into any spring or summer outfit, it makes for the perfect casual look for brunch or the weekend! With my outfit today I wanted to share a different way to style a pair of white denim shorts.

I feel like when most people think of denim shorts, they think of something incredibly casual but my outfit today proves (I hope!) that you can really dress up your denim to look chicer. I paired my white shorts with a beautiful beige spring blazer and my Eiffel Tower t-shirt. I felt like something about this look was very equestrian so I added in my (or rather our!) favourite riding boots to complete the look. It all came together with my Montunas crossbody bag.

PS: This is as close as I will get to bicycle shorts hah.

Do you have your summer outfits planned? Would you wear your shorts this way? Share your thoughts with me in the comments below!

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Topshop White Denim Shorts

Dior Spring Jacket (similar high street version here)

Dior Boots

Montunas Bag

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& Other Stories Eiffel Tower T Shirt

Topshop White Denim Shorts

Dior Spring Jacket (similar high street version here)

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The Best Spring & Summer Dresses You Should Buy Now

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I was walking around Notting Hill with Alise the other day and we were so excited to see all the beautiful flowers blooming and the rows of magnolia trees. What made me even more excited, was that it’s finally time to start thinking about spring and summer dresses! This year, I am really feeling midi and maxi dresses, especially in linen and tie-dye! That really works for me because tie-dye also happens to be one of the biggest spring summer fashion trends for 2019.

For this summer dress outfit, I styled my tie-dye maxi dress with a light utility jacket, both from Zara. I love the mix of the pastel colours of the dress with the khaki of my spring jacket. For another pop of colour, I added in a little neck scarf. I get a lot of questions about this one. It’s from Dior and it has an S on it (for Shloka obviously, but I seem to get a lot of emails saying “Dear Silky”. Is that worse than Dear The Silk Sneaker?) They still have many available in every letter!

Accessories wise, I kept it simple with one of my favourite pairs of flats; my Malone Souliers pink flats. My favourite part of the outfit has to be my sunglasses chain! I know that sunglasses chain are still a micro-trend and not everyone has gained the courage to wear them, but I hope that all the times I’ve featured them and plan to feature them show you guys how versatile and how cool they are! I got the pearl chain at Selfridges but you can also check out Frame Chain for more!

I’ve linked to some of my favourite dresses below you can get a head start!

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Zara Tie Dye Dress

Khaki Jacket (similar)

Malone Souliers Flats (similar)

Ray Ban Sunglasses (similar)

Sunglasses Chain

Dior Neck Scarf

This year, I am really feeling midi and maxi dresses, especially in linen and tie-dye!

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Zara Tie Dye Dress

Khaki Jacket (similar)

Malone Souliers Flats (similar)

Ray Ban Sunglasses (similar)

Sunglasses Chain

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How To Wear White Elegantly This Spring

WHITE ON WHITE

How to style white this spring in a new and fresh way.

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With the arrival of spring, I’ve noticed that everyone is pulling out their favourite pastels and floral pieces. For a lot of us that means finally adding white back into our wardrobe (although I am a huge fan of winter whites and neutrals!) One of the questions you guys have been asking me is how to wear white in the spring, in a fresh new way? If you’re looking for something different than the usual white top white jeans outfit, then this is the perfect cute spring outfit for you!

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts. For my look, I layered a white blazer on top of a pastel t shirt. To really make the look more elegant, I put my Dior D waist belt over. This is an easy way to make your blazer outfit look more stylish. I then chose to wear my favourite pleated white skirt. I love the dramatic effect the outfit has when I add in this skirt, especially when I’m walking (or spinning in my case!) If you wanted to dress this look down, you could swap the skirt for a shorter white mini, white jeans or even white denim shorts! The options are endless!

The key thing to remember when wearing white this spring is to try and add in pops of colour, even if that means a black belt and brown sunglasses. This just makes your outfit stand out more, in the best way possible!

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White Blazer (similar)

Zara Pastel Yellow Top

Maje Pleated White Skirt (similar)

Office White Boots

Cat Eye Sunglasses (similar)

Dior Waist Belt

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts.

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Maje Leather Jacket (similar here)

Maje Pleated White Maxi Skirt

Isabel Marant Cowboy Boots

Gas Earrings (similar here)

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How To Dress Like A Parisian With This Latest Spring Outfit

PARISIAN

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As much as I am a London girl at heart, I cannot deny that I always strive to dress like a Parisian. There is something about Paris street style that just oozes a level of cool and effortless. In many ways, it is exactly what I mean when I describe my style as “laid-back luxury”. After analysing all the street style photos from Paris Fashion Week I felt so inspired to take my Parisian style onto the streets of London and share with you a few tips on how to dress Parisian when you aren’t in Paris, with my latest spring outfit.

Of course, when a lot of girls think Paris, they think a chic blazer, cool jeans, block heels and a t-shirt. As much as that is my go to combination for a normal day, I wanted to channel the girlier styles that we see coming out of our favourite French city. Parisian women ooze confidence in everything they wear, and they always have something about their outfit that is a little extra special; it’s about that attention to detail. I brought that into my outfit with my favourite pink backless jumper. I love anything with a back detail and so does a Parisian!

French women also pay attention to their accessories and in this case, I paid special attention to my shoes. You will remember these kitten heels that I bought last year around my birthday and they are still one of my favourite pairs. I love that you can change the strap to suit any outfit. Of course, I had to add in a headband as well!

Lastly, Parisian women are no fuss femininity. Their outfits are not over thought out or overdone, they just go together. This outfit just went together for me. I felt comfortable and confident in my high waisted trousers and I think that showed in the confidence I felt while I was wearing this look!

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Backless Jumper (similar)

High Waisted White Trousers (similar)

Prada Kitten Heels (similar)

Fenwick Headband (similar)

Parisian women are no fuss femininity.

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How To Wear A Neon Outfit & Look Chic

ALL ABOUT NEON

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It’s all about how to wear neon this spring time!

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One of the biggest fashion trends of 2019 is neon. Not only is neon big for spring summer, but it’s also carried itself into the fall-winter 2019 shows as well. Now, I know what you’re thinking. Admiring a neon street style outfit is one thing and wearing it is a whole other thing. So here’s the real question, how do you wear neon and still look chic? More like, how do you wear neon on a regular day and not look like a walking traffic cone/highlighter. I have been determined to figure it out and I’m happy to announce I finally have! Here are my three tips on how to wear neon green pink or whatever colour you want a daily basis and still look chic.

1. Avoid stark contrasts like white or black
When wearing neon, you want your entire outfit to fit together and look like it all belongs together. Avoid stark contrasting colours like black or pure white because that will make the neon piece stand out even more, and not necessarily in a good way. That being said, you can wear dark colours like navy blue or light colours like cream like how I wore neon at London fashion week!

2. Colour blocking with neon works
Just because something is neon, doesn’t mean you can’t wear another colour. Something that works super well with neon is denim blue. If you’re wearing neon green, the easiest way to make it work for an everyday spring outfit is to pair it with your favourite blue jeans. Blue and green can be considered as colour blocking and it works super well with making your neon jumper or t-shirt look incredibly chic.

3. Stick to one
The number one rule to follow is that if you’re wearing neon, keep it to one neon piece. Avoid pairing your neon top with neon accessories or clothing. Having one point of focus in your outfit and working your pieces around that make your outfit look classier! For my look, I focused on my neon green jumper and let my other accessories compliment the look like my blue Emma Hyacinth shoes (they look like Manolo’s don’t they? I found them at a store in St. Christophers Place!) and my monogram Louis Vuitton bucket bag.

How are you wearing the neon trend this year?

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Neon Green Jumper (similar here)

Blue Paige Ripped Jeans

Louis Vuitton Monogram Bucket Bag

Emma Hyacinth Pumps

Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

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Neon Green Jumper (similar here)

Blue Paige Ripped Jeans

Louis Vuitton Monogram Bucket Bag

Emma Hyacinth Pumps

Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

DRESSES AND SNEAKERS

I have worn my sneakers with mini dresses, midi dress and even maxi dresses. It completely depends on the look you’re going for.

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TWEED TASTIC

The brand sources its material from the same factory that provides Chanel with all the tweed for its jackets as well.

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FANCY FEET

LUXE LOOK

DENIM DREAM

I feel like when most people think of denim shorts, they think of something incredibly casual but my outfit today proves (I hope!) that you can really dress up your denim to look chicer

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DRESS UP

This year, I am really feeling midi and maxi dresses, especially in linen and tie-dye!

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WHITE ON WHITE

I love the idea of wearing all white, but I think it’s important to break it up with accessories and contrasts.

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PARISIAN

Parisian women are no fuss femininity.

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ALL ABOUT NEON

So here’s the real question, how do you wear neon and still look chic?

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