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How To Style The Two Most Popular Pieces on The High Street for A Cute Summer Outfit…

Combining the best of the high street for the best summer outfit…

Every season, there are some high street pieces that start to blow up on our Instagrams and this season it’s all about this beautiful summer blouse from Zara and the perfect button down maxi skirt from Topshop. The great thing about these two pieces is that not only are they both well under £100, they can be styled together! I wanted to share with you how I styled the two most popular high street pieces for the season, into one very chic summer outfit.

This white Zara top is completely on trend for this summer with its puffy sleeves and shell button details. Since a top like this is quite voluminous on the top half of your body, you want something a bit straighter cut for the bottom. Enter the cutest maxi skirt ever! I love the mustard stripes on this maxi and the asymmetrical hem! This striped skirt is so popular that Topshop has actually made a few colour variations of it, and a super similar version has popped up on ASOS too. Is this the skirt style of the summer? I think so!

The key to really making a high street outfit yours is accessories. I wanted to add some definition to my waist so I added in this vintage gold chain belt This is a great way to wear a maxi skirt without looking too short, especially if you are petite like me. I also wanted to make this look a little more chic and elegant so I opted for my vintage Chanel slingback heels and these beautiful earrings that I found at Fenwicks in London. I love how the colours matched together so perfectly!

What do you think of this high street look? Would you wear it?

Zara White Top

Topshop Striped Maxi Skirt (similar maxi skirt on ASOS here)

Vintage Gold Chain Belt

Chanel Vintage Slingbacks

Fenwick Earrings

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Zara White Top

Topshop Striped Maxi Skirt (similar maxi skirt on ASOS here)

Vintage Gold Chain Belt

Chanel Vintage Slingbacks

Fenwick Earrings

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Why You’re Going To Live In This Summer Co-Ord From This Amazing Emerging Designer…

The Dream Co-Ord Set…

There’s nothing cuter than the perfect co-ord set, but finding a co-ord that isn’t hanging in everyone’s closet can be difficult, especially when you’re trying to find the perfect summer outfit that is both casual and cute!. Last week a dear (and very fashionable) friend of mine and I were walking down the street when we spotted another woman, in the exact some co-ord set as my friend. Although we laughed in the moment, I realised that finding that perfect set is not as easy as it looks! That’s why I always like to look to emerging designers, for their fresh pieces and unique style. When I was in India most recently, my mum and I stumbled across an adorable store set in the heart of Mumbai’s Kala Ghoda district; Obataimu.

The super friendly designer was there herself and not only did she walk me through her collection and concept, but I also got to go through to see her beautiful workshop. I immediately fell in love with this amazing Indian brand and their laidback pieces; specifically, a super cute co-ord set I found hanging in her store.

The pyjama style top and pants are made of linen and have a simple black piping. The pieces are all made to order so you are guaranteed a perfect fit and the no-fuss style of them makes each piece in this co-ord easy to match with anything else in your wardrobe as well. You might remember these pants from my Instagram post on my birthday most recently; I wore them with a blue crop top! In case this one isn’t for you, I’ve linked to some of my favourite hughstreet co-ord sets in the widget below!

I found this beautiful waist belt at Zara that I immediately fell in love for because of the chic colour combination and material. It also happened to match perfectly with my set! I kept things chic and classic with my vintage Chanel heels and this mini silk Chanel bag. For a burst of colour, I added in these Cult Gaia sea glass hoops.

Just a quick note about these hoops; Although Cult Gaia is mainly known for their bags, they also happen to make beautiful jewellery and clothes. This is a great investment if you’re looking for cool jewellery to invest in that is a little different than the usual go-to’s!

Comment below with whether you would wear this co-ord set! How would you style it?

Linen Co-ord Top & Pants: Obataimu (DM them on Instagram and they can ship worldwide!)

Cult Gaia Green Hoop Earrings

Zara Waist Belt

Chanel Slingback Heels

Chanel Crossbody Bag

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Linen Co-ord Top & Pants: Obataimu (DM them on Instagram and they can ship worldwide!)

Cult Gaia Green Hoop Earrings

Zara Waist Belt

Chanel Slingback Heels

Chanel Crossbody Bag

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Why I Think This Designer T Shirt Is A Better Investment Than The Gucci T Shirt

The Battle of The Luxury T-Shirt; Gucci vs…

In the past few years, we’ve seen a rise of luxury houses churn out cult designer t shirts. We’ve seen it with Dior (Think, “We Should All Be Feminists” the first runway look of Maria Grazia Chiuri to come down the runway), Chanel (from their Cuba collection) and of course, the ever famous Gucci t shirt. Not only does Gucci have one cult t shirt, they have two! This season they came out with another one that everyone is racing to get their hands on. That being said, I am not racing for that second one (yes, I admit I have the first one which I styled ages ago in this post here.. how things have changed!) because I think that there is another designer t shirt that is a much better investment than the Gucci t shirt (gasp! the shock and horror!); The Saint Laurent Logo T Shirt.

When investing in a designer t shirt you need to consider more than whether the piece is trendy at the moment. The ones that are worth the investment, are the ones that stand the test of time for you personally. The Saint Laurent Logo T-Shirt, which has as much of a cult following as the Gucci one, is a piece that you will be able to style today, tomorrow and for years after that. While it dabbles in logomania with the original YSL logo from their first store in Paris in the centre, the logo’s size makes this t-shirt so much more wearable, subtle and chic. I also love the acid wash effect, an immediate cool girl factor.

This is a super cool luxury investment that is subtle enough for you to style and keep in your wardrobe for more than just a season or trend cycle. I think that is one of the most important factors when it comes to purchasing luxury goods.

I styled my new favourite t shirt with a Topshop white denim skirt. I always have a certain amount of key basics that I stock up on from the high street. I think Topshop has an amazing denim selection and I always have at least two denim skirts from them in my wardrobe. I love the mix of light colours for summer; so fresh! The look was complete with some statement Dior slides and these adorable & Other Stories sunglasses. Talk about a high low mix!

What do you think? Who wins between the Gucci and Saint Laurent T Shirt battle? Comment below!

Saint Laurent Logo T Shirt

Topshop White Denim Skirt

Dior Slides

& Other Stories Sunglasses (similar)

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Saint Laurent Logo T Shirt

Topshop White Denim Skirt

Dior Slides

& Other Stories Sunglasses

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Monday Update #56

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Happy Monday! Honestly guys, I woke up this morning and thought to myself, why aren’t three day weekends a thing? Who’s with me!

There are some really exciting things coming your way over the next few weeks. A lot of you are constantly asking me how I edit my Instagram stories. I’m doing a post about all the apps I use in the next week however if you want special access to it, a whole week in advance, all you have to do is sign up for my newsletter here!

At the end of this month I will also be doing a special style challenge and giveaway! It’s going to be a lot of fun so stay tuned for that!

This coming week I also have a post about the most luxe looking pieces on the high street for your summer vacation! Stay tuned for that this coming Wednesday, as well as two amazing outfits on Tuesday & Thursday!

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Inspiration for the Week

Feeling inspired by… [Image via Pinterest]

Favourite New In Pieces

The High Street Find

White Oversized Peasant Blouse

The Luxury Must Have

Handmade Straw Bag

The Beauty Buy

Becca Glow Lip Gloss

Fashion News You May Have Missed…

How To Wear Double Denim Like A Street Style Star

4 Things To Do When You Visit Jamaica, As Suggested By A Local

The High Low Edit #3

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The High Low Edit: Outfit #3

Today’s outfit is actually more high street than anything! This super summer look was created using three key pieces from Nasty Gal; they all looked so luxe and you could never tell where they are from! I paired this sporty polo, with this adorable skater skirt. I completed the look with a baker boy hat!

To really add that touch of luxury to my look I carried my favourite Jadior Dior bag and wore my Gucci Bee Sneakers.

Remember, accessories are everything! They can make a total high street look seem much more luxe. More than that, when shopping on the high street, opt for pieces that are classic designs! They look much more expensive when you wear them too!

Nasty Gal White Polo

Nasty Gal Skater Skirt

Nasty Gal Bakeryboy Hat

Gucci Sneakers

Dior Bag

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How To Wear Double Denim Like A Street Style Star…

Double Denim With a Luxe Touch

Double denim wasn’t just everyone’s favourite outfit combination in the 90’s; it’s still the favourite of street style stars all over. The key to the perfect double denim outfit isn’t just pairing two pieces together. It’s about creating the perfect silhouette to really get that balance between a casual summer outfit, and something incredibly trendy and chic. This is an outfit formula you are going to want in your arsenal this summer, so here’s how to wear double denim like your favourite street style star! Here are some key tips to keep in mind:

1. Keep The Fit of Your Denim In Mind
If you are opting for a double denim look with jeans like mine, make sure you understand the fit of your jeans! If you’re going for skinny bottoms, you might want to contrast this with a baggier top. If you’re going for a straight leg like me, make sure you add some definition to your silhouette with a belt or by pairing it with a crop top I’ve paired my Topshop Straight Leg Jeans with a Topshop Cropped Denim Jacket and a Zara crop top. Showing a little bit of skin helps to make your body look more elongated

2. Don’t Mix & Match Too Many Shades of Denim
Try to keep the shades of denim as close to each other as possible so that the outfit looks put together! You don’t want to see too mismatched; it ruins the effect!

3. Limit The Look To Two Denim Pieces
It can be tempting to go crazy and add in all the denim pieces you have but I would cap the look at two denim pieces and accessorise around that. Add touches of gold or fun statement shoes! What I love about that is that it’s a great summer festival outfit too; especially if you layer on some necklaces!

How To Mix High Fashion & High Street With Double Denim
As you guys know, I’m all about creating the perfect mix of luxury and high street for truly unique outfits! When it comes to denim, you don’t need to have the most expensive pair of jeans to make this outfit look luxe. My jeans are from Topshop and so is my cropped denim jacket! To make the look more luxe, invest in accessories. Here I’ve paired my new Prada kitten heels and my Dior necklace to add that touch of luxury to my look.

Tip: A designer pair of heels can elevate any outfit!

Cropped Denim Jacket: Topshop

Similar jacket via Topshop here

Black Crop Top (similar)

Blue Wide Leg Jeans: Topshop

Kitten Heels: Prada

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Cropped Denim Jacket: Topshop

Similar jacket via Topshop here

Black Crop Top (similar)

Blue Wide Leg Jeans: Topshop

Kitten Heels: Prada

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Monday Update #55

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Can you believe it’s already June? Which means it’s time for summer fashion, lots of amazing summer outfit inspiration, beauty looks and more! I really want to get my Youtube channel back up and running this summer so please leave a comment below with what you would like to see on there for my next video!

This month you can except some really fun things including an amazing giveaway! To find out more and to be the first person to know, sign up for my newsletter! All you have to do is click here!

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Inspiration for the Week

Feeling inspired by… [Image via Pinterest]

Favourite New In Pieces

The High Street Find

Pleated Skirt

The Luxury Must Have

Resin Hoop Earrings

The Beauty Buy

Hourglass Setting Powder

Fashion News You May Have Missed…

3 Swimwear Trends You Can’t Do Without This Summer

My Beach Beauty Essentials To Keep You Glowing this Summer

The Beauty Products That Help you Fight Jet Lag

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The High Low Edit: Outfit #2

I bought these Topshop trousers a few months ago and they are one of my favourite pairs because they can be dressed up or dressed down. I was wearing them in this office inspired outfit here, and I’m wearing them for today’s Instagram outfit feature. They are a high street piece that look so much more luxe than they are. If these are not available in your size, I have linked to a similar pair from Topshop that are also super chic.

I paired the trousers with an old silky polo from Pinko. I love that it’s a crop top and I’ve tried to find a similar version for you below.

Style Tip: Pair crop tops with high waisted trousers. It looks more elegant as you still show enough skin to elongate your silhouette without looking too out there!

The look is complete with my Louis Vuitton handbag and my Valentino sandals. I picked up these sandals a few years ago and I wear them on repeat when summer arrives! I found a similar pair on ASOS as well if you want to recreate this look!

Topshop Trousers

Similar Topshop Trousers

White Pinko Top (similar)

Valentino Sandals

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Monday Update #54

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Happy Monday! It seems like summer has finally arrived and I couldn’t be more excited. I’ve had my eye on so many cute summer pieces that I’m so excited to bring out (or add to the wardrobe hehe!) Last week I got to attend the gorgeous Havainas press day; they really brought that Brazilian summer vibe to London! I actually grew up wearing Havainas in India and I still have some of my favourite pairs with me are in London; that includes a pair with pearls all over it! So cute right? It was such a great moment for me to be able to work with a brand that I love so much! Are any of you Havainas lovers?

I also added some adorable new pieces to my closet, two of which I’ve highlighted below! Would love to hear what you think of them!

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Combining the best of the high street for the best summer outfit…

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The Dream Co-Ord Set…

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Inspiration for the Week

Favourite New In Pieces

The High Street Find

The Luxury Must Have

The Beauty Buy

Fashion News You May Have Missed…

What do you have planned this week?

Double Denim With a Luxe Touch

Get My Look

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Inspiration for the Week

Favourite New In Pieces

The High Street Find

The Luxury Must Have

The Beauty Buy

Fashion News You May Have Missed…

What do you have planned this week?

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Inspiration for the Week

Favourite New In Pieces

The High Street Find

The Luxury Must Have

The Jewellery Addition

Fashion News You May Have Missed…

What do you have planned this week?