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How To Wear A Blazer In The Summer

SUMMER SUIT

Blazers are for more than just the office this summer…

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For as long as I can remember I’ve had an obsession with blazers. We used to travel to London when I had holidays from school and my first purchase was always a new blazer of a different colour. My mum would always ask me, “how many blazers can you possibly have?” I think she thought I would eventually grow out of this but guess what? Sorry Mom, I haven’t. Now a lot of you have to wear blazers to the office during the workweek so it becomes the last thing you want to look at during the weekend. Today I’m challenging you to think differently because your blazer could actually be the key to creating a super chic weekend look.

In the summer, it’s all about using your blazer to dress up a casual weekend outfit, while dressing down a formal piece. I like to do it by pairing my super structured piece with very loose, easy going and flowy ones. I paired my white Sandro blazer with a flowing skirt from Storets and a silky white cami. I love this all white look and the two different fits work really well together. The perfect brunch outfit! For a bit of fun, I added in my giant Prada headband (you can find a similar one here) and my favourite dad sandals. I know they can be hard to style but I have a post dedicated to how to style them coming soon!

So will you take the challenge? Share how you wear your blazers on the weekend this summer by tagging me in your posts on Instagram! (@thesilksneaker)

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White Silk Cami

Storets Emilee White Skort

Sandro White Blazer

Similar White Blazer

Prada Headband (similar & more affordable)

Prada Sandals

Prada Handbag

In the summer, it’s all about using your blazer to dress up a casual weekend outfit, while dressing down a formal piece.

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White Silk Cami

Storets Emilee White Skort

Sandro White Blazer

Similar White Blazer

Prada Headband (similar & more affordable)

Prada Sandals

Prada Handbag

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How To Always Be The Best Dressed Woman In The Room

ELEG
ANCE

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I find that when I love my outfit, and I feel like the best dressed walking down the street (even if it is to Waitrose), my mood is better, I feel more confident and I’m all round happier. There is something to be said for dressing to impress and today I wanted to share with you some tips I’ve learnt for always creating an elegant outfit. When I talk about dressing to impress, I don’t just mean what other people think of your look. I’m focusing on how you feel in what you are wearing. After all, if you feel elegant in your gym gear, it’s going to look better than someone who feels horribly uncomfortable in a ball gown. At the end of the day, attitude shows! Regardless, there are a few little things to keep in mind when creating a chic look. Since we are getting ready to welcome summer, I’m going to focus these tips on creating a trendy, yet elegant summer outfit, that will guarantee you’re the best dressed woman in the room every time. Who’s ready?

1. Don’t be afraid of statements
There is something great about adding that extra touch or statement detail to your outfit. More often than not that is what will set your look aside from the rest. For this look, my Chriselle Lim Collection dress has an adjustable slit. Depending on the occasion I can raise or lower it and it really can make a statement while still being subtle and elegant. Another great way to make a statement is by rocking the latest trends of the season; you can read all about the ones I think that are worth wearing right here.

2. Focus on accessories
Accessories are another way to add a statement to your look, but also a great way to compliment your entire look. If you decide to wear jeans and a t-shirt it simply looks casual. Add in a chic pair of pumps, a beautifully shaped bags and some cat eye sunglasses and your outfit has just gone from casual to elegant. Never underestimate the power of good accessories. On that note, your accessories don’t have to be designer to achieve that luxe look. I’ve linked to a more affordable version of my shoes that will still give you that elegant effect.

3. Natural is Key
I always think that there is something to be said for a natural makeup look. I always find that it’s much more elegant to look like you have a natural glow. I like to keep my makeup to the minimal with concealer and a bit of blush and a beautiful lipstick. If you’re on the hunt for a timeless nude lipstick, you can check out my post on it here.

What are your tips for always being the best dressed?

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Chriselle Lim Collection Olive Polka Dot Dress

Prada Shoes (similar)

Dior Handbag

Cat Eye Sunglasses (similar)

There is something great about adding that extra touch or statement detail to your outfit. More often than not that is what will set your look aside from the rest.

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Dior Handbag

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25 Things You Didn’t Know About Me

MY 25TH BIRTHDAY

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Over this weekend (more specifically on the 7th of April, feel free to mark your calendar :P) I turned 25. I was so happy to be able to celebrate this moment with my family and friends and I gave you guys a front row view to the whole weekend on my Instagram Stories as well (It’s in a highlight now so you can see the whole thing unfold, just click here). I was planning on writing a post on how to create the perfect birthday outfit but then I stopped and thought to myself, that isn’t as fun and it supposed to be my birthday. Instead, I want to share with you guys 25 things you didn’t know about me to celebrate my 25th birthday. Here we go:

1. I’m one of those people who LOVES their birthday. I still get excited about it and stay up till midnight and I still wake up with that extra special feeling in my stomach. Just can’t help it!

2. Regardless of loving my birthday, I’m actually an introvert. I can be quite shy when it comes to large group events and that’s why I find large networking events to be difficult but I’m working on getting better at that.

3. I’m a total goof. I dance around and make strange noises around the house and the more you spend time with me, the more you notice it. This occurs even when I’m alone.

4. I love to cook and bake. My first attempt at baking was a massive fail (red velvet cupcakes…ouch) but I vowed to get better and now I’d say I’m actually pretty good. I focus on cooking and baking healthy things but every now and then something indulgent will pop out of my oven.

5. I’m a perfectionist. I get very agitated when things aren’t just right and I usually try to strive to be the best at everything I do. It’s taken me a long time to see that sometimes there is a balance and you don’t have to be the best at everything.

6. I am a board game fiend. I LOVE to have a games night and my favourite games are Taboo, Snatch, Scrabble and Codenames. Yes, I can be very competitive but you’ll probably win if you’re on my team.

7. I used to very athletic in school. I was on my school’s football team and played varsity for all my high school years. There was one year when I didn’t make the travel team in the 8th grade and I still remember that horrible feeling. I also trained in a dance company and almost decided to dedicate my life to dance. I obviously didn’t and I don’t ever regret it.

8. I struggle with my weight sometimes. I fluctuate with it up and down but since my days in dance, I have always been very critical of my body. I’m working on showing myself more self-love and care.

9. I think my two favourite foods in the world are dim sum and pasta. My soul dim sum is probably a Xiao Ling Bao or a custard bun. I’ll let you decide.

10. I love Buzzfeed quizzes and I tend to take the results very seriously. It provides great entertainment for everyone around me.

11. I hate avocado. I have said it and admitted it. I have always found it really gross but somehow I like guac… not sure how that works but it does.

12. I love mystery novels and Agatha Christie ones are my favourite. Growing up I would read Nancy Drew like it was going out of style. I still watch Hercule Poirot on TV.

13. Speaking of reading, I also love Harry Potter. I have a very strange obsession with everything to do with the magical universe and my first celebrity crush was Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter. I also LOVE Princess Diaries.

14. My first concert was INXS. I didn’t particularly like the band but my friends and I were just excited about attending a concert for the first time.

15. I’m quite forgetful. I have to set lots of reminders but sometimes I leave things in random places around the house and I just can’t remember where.

16. I write everything down and have an obsession with notebooks and stationary. Any excuse for a notebook is fine by me.

17. The first time I ever went into the ocean was on my trip to Bali… in 2014…Yes you read that right. I actually had a fear of water growing up but not anymore.

18. My teeth may look great but I’ve had 5 root canals and countless cavities. I don’t have enamel on my teeth so they had to put veneers in.

19. The other reason I probably had so many cavities is because I have a massive sweet tooth but one day I just decided to take out refined sugar from my diet. That was.. tough.

20. I went through a phase in my life where I would eat cupcakes for breakfast every Friday. Red velvet cupcakes…not healthy at all.

21. My drink of choice is either wine, whisky or a vodka soda.

22. I am beyond loyal to my friends. It takes a lot for me to get upset and someone must have had to really rub me the wrong way to make me angry.

23. I love candles. I am a massive homebody and love to fill my space with beautiful smells. My favourites are Baies and Tube Rose from Diptyque and Wood Sage & Sea Salt from Jo Malone.

24. I can’t watch TV shows and movies without knowing the ending. If the ending is on wikipedia I’ve read it. It actually makes me enjoy it more.

25. My favourite flowers are Peonies, Babys Breath, Tulips, Roses (NOT red) and daisies.

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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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& Other Stories Eiffel Tower T Shirt

Topshop White Denim Shorts

Dior Spring Jacket (similar high street version here)

Dior Boots

Montunas Bag

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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& Other Stories Eiffel Tower T Shirt

Topshop White Denim Shorts

Dior Spring Jacket (similar high street version here)

Dior Boots

Montunas Bag

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The Best Spring & Summer Dresses You Should Buy Now

DRESS UP

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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

Dior Neck Scarf1w

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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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The 3 Things I Can’t Wait To Wear With My Casual Spring Outfits

ALMOST SPRING

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This week we got a real taste of spring here in London and although I couldn’t take my spring outfits for a spin just yet (I was down with the flu, was such a bummer but all your amazing and positive messages on Instagram made me smile so much!) I am so excited to start planning out the cutest outfits that you all can rock this season. I am always taking inspiration from the fashion world around me, especially with all the beautiful street style coming out of Paris fashion week right now, but with all that said and done, there are three things that I always look forward to wearing every spring. Here are your spring outfit essentials and how to style them already:

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& Other Stories Sheer Animal Print Top (similar)

& Other Stories Jacket

Claudie Pierlot Skirt (similar via ASOS)

Isabel Marant Cowboy Boots (similar)

Dior Top Handle Bag

Chanel Waist Belt (vintage)

1. Spring skirts
I was recently asked what my go-to outfit is when I’m in a rush and more often than not you’re going to find me in a skirt and blouse/sweater (Can we stop saying the word sweater now that it’s almost spring?) I am so excited to start pulling out all my favourite spring skirts and stocking up on new ones! This spring, I’ve noticed there are a lot of mini and midi shapes trending, especially slip skirts! I’ve linked to some of my favourites here:

2. Pastel colours
I am such a spring and summer baby. I love all the beautiful colours associated with the season, especially pastels. Pastel pink is one of my all-time favourite colours when it comes to basically everything and I’ve already started to pull out my favourite pastel pieces, like this top handle Dior handbag. Pastels are always a fashion trend for spring and summer, but this season we are seeing a lot of pistachio green. I covered some of my favourite pistachio green pieces here!

3. Ankle boots
It’s time to pack those thigh high boots away and say hello to ankle boots. (There is only one outfit exception I’m making for high boots and you will see that one very soon!) This season we see a fashion trend carrying over from last year; cowboy boots. I was so excited when I finally got my hands on these Isabel Marant cowboy boots and I even wrote an entire review about them here. If there’s a boot style you need this year it’s this one! I’ve linked to some of my favourites here below:

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& Other Stories Sheer Animal Print Top (similar)

& Other Stories Jacket

Claudie Pierlot Skirt (similar via ASOS)

Isabel Marant Cowboy Boots (similar)

Dior Top Handle Bag

Chanel Waist Belt (vintage)

What are you most excited to wear this spring? Comment below!

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3 Tips To Get Ready Faster in The Morning

THINK FAST

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When I was in school, the number one reason why I was late was that I couldn’t decide what to wear. Fast forward to university, and that problem continued on. Over time I finally figured out a system that worked well for me and helped me to get ready faster in the morning, while still being happy with the outfit I was in when I walked out the door. So, I know that a lot of you have had the same moment as me when you open your closet in the morning and pretty much hate everything you’re looking at, right? To avoid that mini-meltdown, and save you enough time in the morning, I have three special tips to help you get ready faster. (Also, can we not miss the headband? I am in love with this Prada headband and I feel like it’s relevant because I’ve been rocking a headband since I was 4)

Think About Your Outfit in Advance
Okay, I know this is the most obvious tip of all time and I know that a lot of you don’t like to take your outfit out the night before simply because you’re tired, you don’t have the time, or you want to see how you feel the next day. I don’t think you should be as OCD as me (I think about my outfits a week in advance when I know I have lots of events…) but it does help to have an idea of what you’re going to wear. Think about a look you’d like to put together the night before so that when you wake up in the morning, you know what you’re looking for.

Find Accessories To Fall Back On
What lands up happening is that you sometimes feel like your outfit is too “bland” and you’re tempted to start again. Resist this urge! Instead, organise your accessories so you know which ones work to spice up your outfit. In my outfit, I added in the high socks and the headband to make an otherwise simple spring outfit, look that much more chic.

Know Where To Look
If you think that you have to compromise on style to get ready fast in the morning, I’m here to assure you that you can have your cake and eat it too. Sometimes the best way to figure out what to wear is to look at your inspirations! Check out my Instagram page for all my outfits and what I wear every day, or even have a browse on Pinterest for what others have put together. You’ll probably find an idea in a matter of minutes!

Do you have any tips for getting ready faster in the morning?

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Givenchy Black Knit

Storets White Skirt

Falke Knee Socks

Chloe Boots (similar)

Prada Headband

…organise your accessories so you know which ones work to spice up your outfit.

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Givenchy Black Knit

Storets White Skirt

Falke Knee Socks

Chloe Boots (similar)

Prada Headband

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The Perfect Outfit To Wear Now All The Way To Spring…

ALMOST SPRING

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There is no denying that spring is in the air and no one is more excited about cute spring outfits than me! Not only do I love pulling out my favourite pieces like slip skirts and leather jackets, but my birthday also falls in the spring! Now as excited as we all may be, it’s not exactly sun shining, warm weather, rosé time just yet, which means that right now it’s all about transitional dressing and creating the perfect outfit for in between seasons; AKA March!

For me, it’s about mixing your favourite winter pieces with your favourite warm-weather pieces as I’ve done in this outfit here. This & Other Stories cardigan is a piece I’ve worn over and over and it still sparks so much joy. It is the perfect piece to layer over your favourite spring dress or over a cute cami and silk slip skirt. (I’ve linked to a similar Topshop slip skirt)

Yes, it’s officially time for your slip skirt to come out and play and there are so many ways you can style it! I styled my white silk slip skirt with a silk cami but you can also pair it with a fun knit or for an edgier look, a turtleneck and leather jacket! If you live in a warmer country though, just style it with a t-shirt for the perfect look. You can add a pop of colour with accessories!

To complete the look I added in my pearl hair clips. I’ve had a lot of questions about them and these are from Anthropologie. Although it says there is a back order on them I actually got mine super quickly after I ordered them. If you don’t feel like waiting though here are some similar ones! For a final pop of colour, I wore my Dior Saddle bag to bring the outfit together!

Are you excited about spring fashion?

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Deme By Gabriella Silk Cami (similar)

Silk Slip Skirt (similar)

& Other Stories White Cropped Cardigan

Office White Boots

Dior Saddle Bag

Anthropologie Pearl Clips

Similar Pearl Clips