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How To Wear Your Favourite Plaid Skirt In The Spring

Plaid is trending this spring and here’s how to wear it…

When you’re thinking about summer outfits, you aren’t always thinking about plaid but if runway fashion has shown us anything, it’s that plaid is very much an all year round thing! I’ve always loved a good plaid skirt, and if you are a regular reader of my blog you would have noticed this for sure. Just last week, I shared an asymmetrical skirt that was, of course, a summer plaid print! I am all about making the most of the pieces in your wardrobe, and today I want to share a super chic plaid skirt outfit that you can wear this summer.

I paired my plaid skirt with a simple silk white cami and a cropped black blazer. The blazer is such an elegant shape and it made the perfect pairing with this skirt. It really makes the whole outfit look so much more luxe. I also love how the belt detailing on the blazer added a bit of shape to my silhouette and really helped define my waist! The two paired together make for an ultra high fashion look, even though the pieces are a mix of premium and high street fashion! (For more tips on how to make your outfit look expensive, check out this post!)

Something about this elegant summer outfit felt very retro and vintage to me. It’s the perfect look to rock on a day you are feeling most in touch with your inner Audrey Hepburn (WWAW – What Would Audrey Wear?). I completed the outfit with my favourite embroidered flats. The pointed toe on the flats makes me look taller even though I’m not wearing any heels. That’s a great tip I’ve picked up over the years and works very well if you’re petite like me! (For more tips on how to look taller in your outfit, check out my post on it here!)

How will you be bringing your favourite plaid skirt into summer?

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Blazer: Maje (similar via Boohoo here)

Skirt: Zara (similar via Revolve here)

Silk Cami: Deme by Gabriella (similar via ASOS here)

Shoes: Dior

Belt: Dior

Earrings: Isharya

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How To Make Your Outfit Look More Expensive

Any Outfit Can Look More
Than It Is With These Tips…

One of the questions I am constantly asked is where I shop for clothes. A lot of you expect me to churn out a list of designer brands and are most surprised when I tell you that the sweater you adore is from one of my favourite high street stores! Making your outfit look more expensive is much simpler than you think and you don’t need to break the bank to create that must have look of the day! I love to mix high street with high end, to create outfits that can be recreated for every day. When I’m mixing up different pieces, there are four tricks that always make my outfit look more expensive. Read on to find out!

1. Classic Colours Will Never Fail You
Neutral colours (think black, white, grey, earth tones, navy) never go out of style. These are the kinds of colours that match with anything. They are also the pieces you will use the most! These are also the colours that look the classiest and will automatically make your outfit look more expensive. Neutrals also look great on every skin tone and are universally flattering, which also make your look more luxe. A classic colour will always look more expensive than one that is trend-driven!

2. Be Aware of Patterns
Certain patterns are effortless and therefore always in style, no matter the season. Stripes are one such pattern. You can combine different types of stripes or simply wear one striped piece. Regardless of whether it’s from Zara like my dress here, or somewhere else, a pattern that is so chic and always in style, will always look more expensive and put together. If patterns are not your thing, don’t shy away from textures like cable knits and silk.

3. Monochrome
Taking a cue from point one, an easy to way to make a neutral more interesting is by creating a monochrome look. You can try a camel top to toe look for a super luxe look or go all navy for something a bit more laidback yet luxurious, like what I’ve done here! A monochrome look is a no-brainer way to make your outfit seem more pricey than it was. Just be aware of the shades you are combining; avoid combining shades that are too far apart on the colour scale!

4. Invest in Accessories
If there is ever anything to invest your money in, it is accessories. Accessorise, rather than clothes, will last you a lifetime. A lot of my bags have been passed down to me by my mother and I hope to one day pass them down too. Well made shoes and bags will always draw positive attention and create a more luxurious look and feel to your outfit. Remember it is quality over quantity when it comes to these things. Your accessories do not need to be designer for them to be good quality either! A lot of premium brands like Sandro and Theory make beautiful bags and shoes too!

I always define my style as “laidback luxury” but a luxury for me isn’t just about the name on the label. Luxury is about how something looks and feels on you; it’s about having the best piece for yourself. Your favourite sweater might be from Topshop but if it makes you feel like a million bucks, that’s a luxury too! I hope that I can remind you all that you don’t need to be wearing a dress from the runway to look beautiful. It could just be from the rack at Zara, but make you smile just as much!

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Dress: Zara

Hat: Urban Outfitters (similar)

Boots: Stuart Weizman

Bag: Dior

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The Under £50 Skirt You’ve Been Seeing Everywhere and How To Style It

This Skirt Is Your New Favourite Autumn Piece

When I spotted this skirt a few months ago I fell in love with it immediately. I knew exactly how I wanted to style it but I just needed the weather to get a little cooler. When I realized that it was under £50 I was even more excited! Such a steal! Fast forward to fashion month and this skirt was popping up here and there and I just couldn’t wait to share it with you. Believe it or not, this beauty is from Zara! I love when a piece looks extremely luxe but comes with a super affordable price tag. I think it’s super important to realize that your outfit doesn’t have to be expensive to look expensive – it’s all about mixing and matching!

So, now you have this amazing skirt – how do you style it? With the weather dropping lower and lower, the asymmetric hem of this skirt is perfect for an amazing autumn outfit. One of my favorite fall outfits is flowy skirts like this one with a tight-fitting turtleneck. (Remember how I said a turtleneck is a total must-have for autumn? See all my 5 must-haves for fall, no matter the season here) Having a fitted top with a loose skirt helps make sure your silhouette is not lost! I loved the idea of pairing it with some sock boots. Might as well show a little leg while we can right? Add a chic pair of sunglasses and an equally chic handbag and you’ve got yourself a gorgeous fall outfit!

As the weather gets colder, I would pair this skirt with a chunky turtleneck and stick a waist belt over it to create a more defined silhouette. Pair that with your favorite over the knee boots and you have another amazing outfit. How would you style this skirt?

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Turtleneck: Uniqlo

Skirt: Zara

Boots: Steve Madden

Sunglasses: Fendi (similar via Fendi here and ASOS here)

Bag: Gucci (vintage)

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How To Wear An All Red Look in Autumn

Editors Note: See how I styled this same skirt for London Fashion Week here or how I styled it with 3 Autumn Must -Haves here.

This Is How You Create The Perfect Red Outfit For Fall…

Red happens to be one of my favorite colors and it also happens to be this season’s hottest shade to wear. Not only is it all about incorporating accents into your look, it’s about creating a top to toe red outfit! If you’re wondering how to wear monochrome, let alone how to wear red in the fall, I’ve got you covered with this outfit idea and a few tips to help you along the way. Trust me, you’re one step away from a street style look!

Pair With Subtle Colours. I think the best way to make a red outfit work for every day, is to incorporate some more subtle shades into your look. Since red is such a bold color, it helps to tone down the look by throwing in some beige and white. I threw over a light beige knit to make my outfit more wearable. My white shoes also broke up the white look and complimented by knit!

Mix & Match Shades. A monochrome look doesn’t mean it all has to be one shade! Try and mix and match different shades of red to create an interesting outfit combination! Try and work with shades that are brighter and lighter and see how you can put them together! For example, I would love to incorporate some burgundy into this look!

Be Confident. Last but not least, be confident! Wearing top to toe of any color can be quite intimidating. The key to pulling off a monochrome outfit is just being confident and carrying yourself with your head held high! Remember, confidence can make or break an outfit especially if you’re going for such a bold shade! I am sure that any monochrome look you wear is going to look great!

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Top: Topshop (similar from & Other Stories here)

Skirt: Maje

Shoes: Department of Finery

Knit: Zara

Bag: Chanel

Would you wear top to toe red? What do you think?

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Why The Slip Dress is One of my Favourite Pieces

Don’t Underestimate the Power of the Slip Dress…

Over the past few years my style has evolved in many directions. If there is anything that I have learnt, it’s don’t underestimate the power of a good basic. The slip dress, is one such basic in your arsenal that can be styled in so many beautiful ways. I’ve discovered my love for the slip dress recently. Slip right into one, and you’ve got a look that is effortless and chic immediately.

One of the reasons I love the slip dress is because there are so many different ways to style it! For this particular look I wanted to match this lounge piece with something more tailored. I love the contrast you can create through combinations like that! It also gave me a chance to wear my new favourite flats – the embroidery work on them is just beautiful. Anything with good embroidery has my heart! I would also style this dress with a good blazer, maybe a checked one, for the upcoming season! For a more casual look, throw on your favourite chunky sweater over!

Basics like a slip dress are things every girl should have hanging in her closet. I’m going to be exploring the importance of good basics to enhancing your style more. Is the something you guys would enjoy?

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Dress: Topshop

Jacket: Zara (similar via ASOS here)

Scarf: Dior

Shoes: Dior

Sunglasses: Sunday Somewhere

How To Wear A Maxi Skirt In Your City Now

Your Maxi Skirt Isn’t Just For The Beach…

Firstly, can anyone else believe it’s August?! Where has the time gone? Or rather, where has summer gone? I’m happy that everyone has a few more holidays in their calendars before we say “see you later” to summer. With that in mind, I know that many of you think it’s time to abandon your favourite summer items. Hold on just a little longer! I’m here to tell you that you can make the most of your maxi skirt and show you how to wear a maxi skirt in the city. Your favourite beach piece just got a city upgrade with this maxi skirt outfit! Red is having a major moment and it’s very much around for the next season. It also happens to be one of my favourite colours so I am more than happy to hold on to this Zara maxi! As someone very petite you would think that I can’t wear maxi’s but if you’re a petite girl like me, I’m telling you you can! (In fact, read my post here on how to look taller!) I paired my maxi with my favourite Gucci tee. By tying the tee shirt and showing a bit of midriff skin, I’m able to look a bit taller and not get lost in the loose silhouette of the skirt! What do you think about wearing your maxi this way?

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Top: Gucci

Skirt: Zara (Similar from Boohoo here and ASOS here)

Shoes: Valentino

Sunglasses: Sunday Somewhere

A Summer Outfit & A Life Update

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases a new summer outfit with a touch of Italy

A Little Italy in London…

I haven’t been as consistent as I would have liked over these past few weeks but I have a good excuse I promise! First, though, I bring you a summer outfit for the peak of the season. Italy is one of my favourite countries in the world and I find that in many ways the Amalfi Coast creeps into my wardrobe, whether that be in mood or colour. I was feeling that specific mood when I wore this outfit recently. A little Ciao Bella in my hand and a hat that I actually got when I was in Venice last year, I couldn’t help but go for a little Dolce Vita. I love the scalloped hem of this skirt and the volume of the sleeves.

So, as said, I have a good excuse for being a little bit MIA. I’m in the middle of a move and have been loving moving into the new place! I can’t wait to share more about it with you guys but I reveal a bit as I unpack on Instagram stories so make sure you’re keeping up there! I was also in Barcelona this past weekend for one of my closest friends bachelorette and it was such a lovely trip – did you keep up with my adventures there?

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases a new summer outfit with a touch of Italy

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Top: Zara (similar)

Skirt: Club Monaco

Hat: Bought in Venice (similar)

Sunglasses: Dior

Shoes: Malone Soulier

Bag: Anna Coroneo

Fashion blogger Shloka Narang of The Silk Sneaker showcases a new summer outfit with a touch of Italy

3 Stylish Ways To Wear Gingham Now: Part Three

Gingham with a Summer Touch!

The “3 Stylish Ways to Wear Gingham Now” series has been one of my favourites up to date (I should do more of these! What do you think?). For the final instalment of this series, I wanted to give my favourite gingham two-piece a fun summer update. I love how gorgeous and feminine a two-piece like this one from Zara can be, but I wanted to add a little bit of edge to the look. The simplest way to do that was by adding a tee shirt underneath this crop! The tee gives a very city street style look, making it perfect for some June outfit inspiration! The sneakers added that touch of cool to balance the femininity of the two piece set. Sometimes, it’s also the smallest additions that can make an outfit. For me, it came in the form of this adorable scrunchie! The stripes and gingham work so well together. Don’t worry, this is not the last time you will be seeing gingham here on TSS. I have more amazing gingham pieces to show you – Maybe I need to do a part two of this series? What other series would you guys like to see on TSS?

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Top and Skirt: Zara

Shoes: Lanvin

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Scrunchie: Topshop

T-Shirt: Uniqlo

What do you think of this look?
What other types of series would you guys like to see?

3 Stylish Ways To Wear Gingham Now: Part One

Gingham, your new spring & summer pattern.

Believe it or not, gingham is here to stay. This new favourite pattern for spring and summer has made it’s way far past your picnic table and right into your closet! Now I thought to myself, why share one outfit, when I can show you how to style gingham in three different ways! Introducing, (drum roll please!) my very new three part series, showing you three different takes on how to wear gingham now! To kick it off, I’m starting with one of my favourite looks of the past few weeks, where I styled a brand new pair of gingham pants. The tricky aspect of gingham outfits is being able to make the pattern work for you while maintaining a sense of elegance (after all, we do commonly use this pattern for a picnic…) and my three part series is here to show you how to do just that!

For this outfit, I wanted my gingham chef pants to look and feel elevated, so I decided to add a dash of colour! Although mixing colours and patterns can seem intimidating, when you opt for something subtle and feminine like this baby pink I’m wearing, the colours create a bold yet elegant feel! I love the way the feminine knit with it’s tie up details contrast the pants. Of course, there is no ignoring my brand new Dior bag. It was a birthday present and I am yet to find an outfit that this bag does not match (or make better! It literally makes everything better) I hope this provides you with another dose of fresh April outfit ideas and stay tuned for the next part of my how to style gingham series!