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How To Transition Your Wardrome From Summer To Autumn: The Jumpsuit

CLASSIC JUMPSUITS

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For the third part in my summer to autumn series (for part one click here and for part two click here) I’m showing you how to style another popular piece that is also trending for autumn winter 2018 with the street style crowd; the jumpsuit. Jumpsuits are, in my opinion, one of those pieces that every capsule wardrobe needs. They are classic and effortlessly chic and great pieces to layer with.

If you know how to layer with a jumpsuit, you’ll know that you can wear your layer over or under, making styling the jumpsuit really interesting. I wanted to achieve that typical yet classic Parisian girl style. I layered a white ribbed turtleneck underneath my sleeveless black jumpsuit for an ultra-luxe look. The contrast of black and white, a classic combination, really made the outfit feel more classic and sophisticated.

For my accessories, I added in my leather baker boy hat. The baker boy hat started trending last year and is still on trend for autumn winter 2018. Leather is also a huge fashion trend for this season. I added in my chain belt for that extra touch and my favourite Chloe boots from last season. Although these boots are almost a year old, they are always in style because of their classic design. That’s why investing in good quality and beautifully designed luxury pieces are worth it.

Would you try this look? Have you enjoyed this series? Let me know in the comments below!

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Black Sleeveless Jumpsuit (similar)

White Ribbed Turtleneck (similar)

Leather Baker Boy Hat (similar)

Chain Belt (similar)

Chloe Boots

If you know how to layer with a jumpsuit, you’ll know that you can wear your layer over or under, making styling the jumpsuit really interesting.

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Black Sleeveless Jumpsuit (similar)

White Ribbed Turtleneck (similar)

Leather Baker Boy Hat (similar)

Chain Belt (similar)

Chloe Boots

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How To Transition Your Wardrome From Summer To Autumn: The Summer Dress

LAYERING GAME

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It’s the second post (click here for part one) in my summer to autumn series and if there’s anything we’ve learnt from the autumn winter collections for 2018, it’s that summer colours are here to stay and animal prints are ruling. I couldn’t be happier because it makes it even easier to create transitional outfits as the weather gets cooler! Today is all about how to wear your summer dress in the autumn while making it season appropriate! I’ve also shared some great tips on working those animal prints into your look. The key to making this outfit work is to understand how to layer.

The first step is to pick the right dress. A summer dress with an asymmetrical hem or a maxi to midi length will always work better than your shorter pieces. This is particularly key to being able to layer the look.

As with any transitional outfit, it’s about combining summer pieces with autumn pieces as I’ve done here with this & Other Stories pink sweater. I layered it over my Maje white dress to create a whole new look. I love the burst of colour with the pink; especially since it’s still a strong trend for the coming autumn-winter season. I also added in a belt to just give my silhouette more of a shape with the oversized sweater.

To really pull the outfit together I looked to my animal print accessories. Snake print pieces are trending this autumn and if you aren’t ready for a top to toe printed outfit, invest in snake print accessories instead. These ASOS snake print boots are from a few years ago but have lasted me so well. I’ve linked to a very similar pair from them for you to get your hands on before it sells out. My Loewe bag was also the perfect match for this look. I love how it’s a shiny texture, to contrast the boots.

If you live in a warmer country and you still want to try a layered look, I would try this look with a light weight hoodie instead! Its autumn appropriate and has an edgier style. You can also recreate the look with a cotton long sleeve round neck.

Would you try this layering trick? Let me know in the comments below!

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Maje White Dress

& Other Stories Pink Sweater

ASOS Snake Print Boots (Similar here)

Loewe T Pouch (similar)

The key to making this outfit work is to understand how to layer.

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Maje White Dress

& Other Stories Pink Sweater

ASOS Snake Print Boots (Similar here)

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How To Transition Your Wardrobe From Summer To Fall: The Summer Pleated Skirt

PRETTY PLEATS

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Getting the most out of your wardrobe in any season is all about clever styling. Your favourite piece doesn’t always have to be constrained to one season whether that’s a gorgeous summer dress or a pleated maxi skirt. As we begin to transition into the colder months, I’m sharing a three-part series on how to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall, starting with your favourite summer skirt. A pleated maxi skirt is a staple in any closet, and when you come to love a piece so much, why should you have to put it away so quickly Today is about how to style a summer skirt in the fall while still looking chic and feeling it too.

Summer To Fall Styling

A maxi or midi pleated skirt is an ultra feminine piece but if you’ve been reading TSS for long enough now you know that I love to create an outfit with contrasts. To add a little bit of edge, I paired my white skirt with another staple in your wardrobe; the leather jacket. I love the look of a masculine piece combined with a feminine one, especially for summer to fall. I wore a tank top inside but really wanted to use the jacket as my top for a unique look. I know that a good quality leather jacket can be expensive, but it’s a purchase that will last you for life and is worth the investment.

Another great variation on this look, especially if you live in a country like India (shout out to my Indian followers!) is to swap the leather jacket for a blazer. You can always wear a bandeau on the inside as well!

I carried on this theme with my accessories. Of course, my current obsession is cowboy boots (get ready to see them A LOT) and they worked so beautifully with the pleated skirt since they aren’t too high. I also added in one more summery touch with my Gas hoop earrings. Truly, this outfit is a mix of my favourite summer pieces with my favourite fall ones!

Would you try this look? How do you transition your summer wardrobe?

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Maje Leather Jacket (similar here)

Maje Pleated White Maxi Skirt

Isabel Marant Cowboy Boots

Gas Earrings (similar here)

Another great variation of this look is to swap the leather jacket for a blazer, with a bandeau underneath.

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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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Italy Travel Diary: Every Single Outfit I Wore in Italy This Summer

LA DOLCE VITA

Ciao bella!

I kicked off my August basking in the beautiful Italian sunshine. If you were keeping up with my Instagram, you would have seen that I travelled to Milan, Rome & Florence and while I was eating my weight in pasta, I was also documenting all my outfits to give you guys lots of holiday outfit ideas. If you have a final summer holiday coming up or just want to savour the lasts few days of heat, here are some great outfit ideas for the last few days of summer. Scroll down for some styling inspiration and a touch of dolce vita!

Remember, if you have any questions about any of my outfits or want to know about any of my pieces in more details, just leave me a comment below or head over to my Ask me Anything section on the top! I love hearing from you guys and sharing my styling knowledge with you!

Day 1

I love to add an element of colour or pattern into my outfit. On our first day in Milan I was able to do both with this off shoulder striped top. Do you remember it from my trip to Jamaica?

Sandro Off Shoulder Striped Top (similar here)

Topshop White Denim Shorts

Vintage Gold Chain Belt

Chanel Gabrielle Backpack

Day 2

This was my favourite outfit from the trip. This skirt has so much volume and it went perfectly with a simple silk cami. An easy holiday look to replicate!

SET Silk Cami (similar here)

Isabel Marant Etoile Skirt (similar here)

Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

Chanel Gabrielle Backpack

Day 3

On our drive down the coast to Florence, I knew I had to wear something beachy and colourful. My Heidi Klein jumpsuit was the perfect fit; petite girls, the length is just right for us! I then changed for the evening into this beautiful dress I found in Milan from Italian brand Twinset. I love the dark florals, even for autumn or winter!

Heidi Klein Orange Jumpsuit

Chanel Sandals

Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

Gas Earrings

Twinset Floral Dress

Day 4

For our day in Florence I opted for this white dress from the new Maje collection. I love the bottom of the dress with the intricate lace details. Of course I added a pop of colour with a beautiful fan!

Maje White Dress

Chanel Sandals

Prada Belt Bag

Day 5

For our first evening in Rome I knew our first stop had to be the Trevi fountain! I pulled out this dress from my closet which is actually very old but a great example of a timeless silhouette.

Joseph Blue Pleated Dress

Day 6

Did you know that Victoria Secret makes ready to wear clothes? One of my very stylish friends told me about it and I ran over to get this beautiful green jumpsuit for my trip! I paired it with a pearl headband for that perfect elegant touch. Note how I’ve styled the same belt bag in a different way!

Victoria Secret Green Silk Jumpsuit

Prada Belt Bag

Day 7

On our last full day in Rome I channelled a modern Audrey Hepburn look with this beautiful floral Zimmermann dress. I paired it with a pair of cat eye sunglasses I found in Milan for that retro vibe and my Chanel backpack.

Floral Zimmermann Dress

Chanel Gabrielle Backpack

What was your favourite look?

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How One Piece from Links of London Changed My Outlook

REACH FOR THE STARS

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Photos by @alisejane_photo

Links of London Ring

As much as I love growing my jewellery collection, a piece is that much more special when it carries meaning. Whether it is to remember a loved one or mark a moment in your life, personalised jewellery can be a powerful thing, serving far more than any other material possession.

When I decided to start my blog, I was afraid. Forget about reaching for the stars, I was clutching for stable ground. I was nervous about what others would think of me and scared about whether I would be good enough. At that moment, I was gifted a personalised charm from Links of London to mark the moment that I decided to take the plunge and start The Silk Sneaker. Till today, it hangs on my charm bracelet and reminds me of a moment when I felt brave. So, all these years later when Links of London asked me to choose a personalised ring to be engraved, I not only felt a sense of accomplishment, to be able to work with a brand I’ve admired for so long, but also a sense of inspiration; that there’s a long road ahead and I can’t wait to keep going. Although I’m a huge fan of sticking my initials on everything, this time I went for something more symbolic; a star.

The star; a symbol for hope, inspiration and luck.

The star is a reminder to never give up. No matter how uninspired or low I might feel, to always get up and keep going; reach for the stars and whatever is beyond. Starting my blog was a challenging experience and till today I can see the judgement when I introduce myself as a “blogger”. I can’t help but cringe when I get asked questions like “So, you sit on Instagram all day right?” The star on my beautiful new ring symbolises persistence, hard work, and never letting anyone dull my sparkle.

So if you could engrave anything on a ring like this one, what would you have engraved? What special moment makes you feel strong? Share with me in the comments below!

Links of London Gold Ring

Zara Black Crop Top

H&M Black Ruffle Maxi

Dior Shoes

ASOS Hat

How To Take Your Summer Dress From Day To Night

One Dress, Day To Night…

The summer heat is scorching here in London, which means only one thing. It’s the perfect time to (finally) wear your summer dresses! When I make a purchase, I love to style the same item in more than one way, I always find dresses to be the most fun as you can style them up or down. I recently purchased the perfect summer dress from Sandro. The pink flowy bottom contrasts the corset top perfectly; it’s almost like a ballerina dress! At first, I was saving it for a special occasion, but I quickly realised that this is the perfect day to night dress.

The fit and material of the dress make it look incredibly luxurious, but it all comes down to styling that luxury look just right! Here’s how to transform a casual summer dress outfit into the perfect look for your next night out!

The Day Dress

A denim jacket is a must-have in any spring/summer wardrobe. Not only is it a basic that every girl needs, but it’s a lightweight jacket that immediately adds that cool factor to any look. I stuck my denim jacket over this beautiful Sandro dress to dress it down for the day. Of course, the best way to really style a dress like this for the day is to pair it with flats. If you have a dressier lunch, a pair of pointed toe flats is best but if you’ve got a Saturday around the city, grab your favourite white sneakers instead! My finishing touch was my favourite transparent handbag. Layering reached a whole new level with this when I stuck my mini classic Chanel bag inside for a high fashion update!

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The Night Dress

So you’ve been out and about in your favourite summer dress and you’ve got half an hour to be out the door for your evening. Slip off the denim jacket and swap your sneakers for a pair of elegant heels. I chose my Gianvito Rossi heels because I love how they wrap around my leg. They are some of my comfiest shoes, as I revealed in my peek inside my shoe closet for June. To really show off a dress like this, go for a sleek top bun (really feeing the ballerina vibes!). A great way to add a luxe update to your outfit is to play around with colours. I love the pastel shades of this dress so I went for a bag that was a contrasting colour; pastel blue. My Olympia Le-Tan clutch is one of my most unique and most favourite bags for any evening occasion. It adds that luxury touch as well as being a great conversation starter.

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Sandro Pink Maxi Dress (similar via ? here)

Day Look

Topshop Denim Jacket

Adidas White Sneakers

Transparent Handbag Shop Girl LA

Classic Chanel Handbag

Night Look

Misho Design Earrings

Gianvito Rossi Heels

Olympia Le Tan Handbag

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How To Style The Most Trending Top of Summer 2018

Time to get that Summer top out…

If there was one summer top that’s been trending this season, it’s the sweetheart neckline. It’s the perfect piece to create a cute summer outfit and I find myself reaching for this style more and more. Not only because it’s incredibly flattering, but because it’s incredibly stylish too! So, what’s the best way to style the most popular neckline of the summer? Here are my top three tips for creating that perfect look:

1. Add a pop of colour
I styled my sweetheart neck white summer top with a pair of red linen shorts. I grabbed these shorts from the Chriselle x JOA collection on Shopbop. I love the adorable little ruffle details on the hem of the shorts and the colour is so bright and beautiful for summer. It’s the perfect pairing for a top like this!

2. Summer Accessories are Key
This is the top for summer accessories! Go ahead and pull out your favourite straw hat and matching straw bag. I actually bought this straw bag last year from Nannacay and it’s one of my favourite summertime pieces. I love the pom pom detailing on them and it matches with almost anything; like my beautiful Valentino sandals. (one of the best investments I made!) I found a super similar pair on ASOS here.

3. Don’t be afraid to dress it up
What’s amazing about this style of top is that you can wear it in so many ways. I have created a casual summer outfit but you could also pair this with mom jeans and heels for a more refined daytime look, or with a stunning skirt and statement earrings for an evening look. The options are endless!

Do you have a top like this? How do you style it?

Top: Zara (similar on Shopbop here)

Shorts: Chriselle x JOA

Shoes: Valentino (similar on ASOS here and similar from ASH here)

Bag: Nannacay

Hat: Two Baked Buns (similar on & Other Stories here)

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Top: Zara (similar on Shopbop here)

Shorts: Chriselle x JOA

Shoes: Valentino (similar on ASOS here and similar from ASH here)

Bag: Nannacay

Hat: Two Baked Buns (similar on & Other Stories here)

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How You Can Wear And Love A White Monochrome Outfit This Summer…

The Easiest Way To Elevate Your Style; Monochrome

Wearing a monochrome summer outfit, let alone an all white one (food stains are my worst enemy) can seem like an intimidating choice but it’s actually one of the easiest ways to elevate your everyday outfit. Whenever I’m unsure of what to wear, I gravitate towards monochrome because it’s a cute outfit, with minimal effort. I especially love an all-white look because there is something incredibly elegant about it. That being said, there are a few things to keep in mind to make an all white outfit a little more manageable for you. Keep scrolling to find out.

Storets Sheer Twist Top

Mango Tailored Shorts

Ray Ban Mirrored Round Sunglasses

Pink Chanel Classic Bag

Vintage Chanel Slingback Pumps

1. Don’t Be Afraid of A Pop Of Colour
A head to toe colour in a look is incredibly chic, but adding a pop of colour is a great way to ease yourself into monochrome dressing while creating an outfit that is natural and not too forced. I added pops of colour with my pink Chanel bag and pink Ray Ban sunglasses.

2. Add Definition To Your Silhouette
When wearing one colour, you want to highlight the different pieces you’ve chosen so try to add some definition to your outfit. This could be a belt or a high waisted piece, like my belted Mango shorts. It just makes sure that my petite frame does not get lost in the outfit! You can also experiment with textures, like with my sheer Storets top.

3. Don’t Overthink This
Although it might seem unnatural at first, monochrome outfits will quickly become a favourite choice for the summer, the autumn, winter and beyond. Just be confident because it’s the easiest way to be chic, and the rest will follow. Wearing one colour top to toe is a great style statement that I know you can make.

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Storets Sheer Twist Top

Mango Tailored Shorts

Ray Ban Mirrored Round Sunglasses

Pink Chanel Classic Bag

Vintage Chanel Slingback Pumps

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Why You Need To Add This Leopard Print Piece To Your Summer Wardrobe Now

Leopard Print Is the New Black…

If there was a star piece for your summer wardrobe, the mini skirt would be it. There’s no better time to get your favourite mini skirts out then when the sun is shining down on us! Although we usually always reach for the trusted blue denim mini skirt, let’s mix things up and get a little wild this summer with another classic, yet funky print. That’s right, I’m talking about leopard print; the way to creating the perfect summer outfit!

In recent years leopard print has become the new black and it’s a print that’s here and here to stay! If you find leopard print to be intimidating, a great way to introduce it into your wardrobe is with this leopard print skirt. This mini from Topshop is the perfect type of print because it’s subtle yet makes enough of a statement for your outfit to stand out in the best way.

The best way to style leopard is to keep the rest of your outfit as elegant and neutral as possible. I paired my mini skirt with this gorgeous white top from Tibi. I love the open back with the button details; it’s so elegant and fun! I also completed the look with my favourite Prada kitten heels. These are actually the same heels I was wearing in this post here except I changed the striped ribbon for a black one! I love when you can get so much wear out of one luxury piece; makes for a great investment don’t you think?

I finished this summer outfit off with my Jadior bag. All my nearest and dearest actually make fun of me about how much I carry this bag but I actually think it’s the sign of a great luxury investment. When you know you’re going to love a bag for that long, season after season, it’s worth your buck! I actually wrote a post about investing in luxury bags here! Should I do more posts about luxury items like that?

Are you a leopard print fan? Share with me in the comments below!

White Open Back Tibi Summer Crop Top

Topshop Leopard Print Mini Skirt

Prada Patent Slingback Kitten Heels

Jadior Dior Bag