Today I'm Wearing

Day 2 - second day of the launch event for A/W 2013 collections 

I wore the below maxi dress, it was flattering and comfortable. It is very long in length so I had to wear heels. Normally I prefer a jewelled flat sandal with a maxi dress and not a heel. I would advice altering the length to just above the floor whilst wearing flats. If you must wear heels, even though they won't show much, wear wedges as skinny heels may  rip the bottom of the dress. A long pendant necklace is perfect for this dress. It is Grecian style so gold costume jewellery would work very well. If you're wearing your hair up, you could do a short dangle earring. Cocktail rings and cuff bracelets are statement pieces. 1 per outfit, don't overdo it! Less is more.

Day 3 - final day of the launch weekend. 

Today I wore a beautiful green skater dress by Ted Baker with my own statement necklace from Topshop and my Dune nude shoes. It was a heavy unusual fabric. It was very comfortable and I got lot of compliments.  

Below are two styles of statement necklaces available from johnlewis.com

Kitty x

Launch event for A/W 13 collections

Yesterday was the first day of a weekend event I was working to launch the new season collections. 

I chose to wear a bold blue blazer with a contrasting green shirt which looked striking together and were colours that suit me. 

I accessorised that with a statement necklace that I picked up in Topshop last year which I have had so much wear out of already as it has so many colours in it goes with a lot. Here is a statement necklace that I saw online that would be very versatile.

I dressed the outfit down with blue skinnies by Lee. Perfect fit and for petite height like myself they are one brand that stock a short leg 31inches (most brands do regular 32 and long 34) Lee's long leg is 33.

I wore my own Dune sale sandals I a nude shade. 

I felt stylish but professional and received many comments on the colours and fit of my outfit throughout the day. 

Today is day 2 of the event. Looking forward to wearing another fab outfit. 

Enjoy your day, 

Kitty x

Today I'm wearing . .

Aztec print jacket from Dorothy Perkins. A statement jacket looks really striking when worn with basics.

Mid wash blue skinnies from Dorothy Perkins. Mine are soft and stretchy, so comfortable and don't lose their shape. 

White scoop neck 3/4 sleeved fitted tee from M&S. 

Jewelled flat sandals from Dune. I like embellishment and these sandals are just beautiful. 

Nude bag by KG by Kurt Geiger. A fab birthday present.

Assorted bracelets, also birthday presents. Turquoise, chocolate and hold bracelet from Ibiza.

Gold statement necklace and gold heart studs. 

Kitty x

Illustrator Emma Jane Sowerby

My sister Emma is a freelance illustrator based in Uxbridge, West London. 

Last year she designed a range of kitchen linens for John Lewis and they've just arrived in stores. 

If you like country cottages and rustic styles you'll love Emma's designs. 

Visit her Twitter page here @emmajanesowerby

Visit her Blogger here http://emma-janesowerby.blogspot.co.uk/

Visit her website here 

http://emma-janesowerby.com

Kitty x

Today I'm wearing

Warehouse floral playsuit £42

Grey Converse £43

Warehouse denim jacket £45 now in sale

Black opaque tights from Topshop £8 120 denier (the darker the better)

My trusty summer shopper from Accessorize £28

Other accessories - black onyx large square stud earrings and a polka dot umbrella.

Hair and makeup - wanded ponytail, kohl lined eyes, bronzed cheeks and a shiney lip. Loving Benefit's They're Real mascara at the moment. Best selling mascara I believe. Try it. 

Sunday is a good day to shop, it's quieter than a Saturday. Feels more leisurely than frantic. If shopping in Liverpool on a Sunday, start with a big breakfast at Moose on Dale Street (I recommend The Grande Bouche) followed by relaxing half hour reading the Sunday supplements. Then head down to Bold St, Church St or Liverpool One. Take your time looking and trying on. Go with no ideas in mind and buy the first thing you like. Pick up a refreshing cold drink from Starbucks and head home for a late afternoon film on the couch. Perfect. 

Happy Sunday!

Kitty x

Today I'm wearing . .

I've gone and bought a piece for my Autumn wardrobe! 9th August and I couldn't resist any longer. Broke the seal or whatever they say. 

I suit autumnal shades best such as teal and burnt orange, sage green and raspberry. So this coming season is obviously ideal for me.

I love autumn clothing the most anyway as I've said before. Tan leather. Black leather. Layers. Wool coats. Skirts, tights and boots. Brogues. Classic mac. Satchels. Oh I get shivers. 

Yesterday I tried on a printed autumnal coloured dress in a boho style from Mango and a raspberry fitted Oasis dress but decided on printed smock top in autumnal colours from the Weekend Collection at John Lewis.  I chose this because I can wear it tucked into a skirt as I did for work today, also under a pinafore dress or loose over skinny jeans. Another great look is loosely tucked into boot cut or flared denim worn with wedges. 

After I finished working I changed into skinny jeans and sandals and the look changed completely. I love buying versatile pieces that I can style different ways each time I wear it. I more than get my money's worth. 

Wonder what my next piece will be. . Unusually I haven't my eye on my next purchase. 

I believe there's another heatwave on it's way though so I might be able to give my straw hat another whirl yet. 

Kitty x

Today I'm wearing . .

Today I'm wearing: 

A Mango ornate print tunic (£19.99) in blues and greens which I have accessorised with a chunky black waist belt with gold studs and a large buckle that I picked up in a market in London.

Black leggings (calf length) I always buy my leggings from Topshop after trying a few different brands I haven't found better, £12.

My black sandals are this season from KG by Kurt Geiger a bargain at £40. Simple t-bar and ankle strap easy to wear, comfortable and versatile. Wore them on holiday with my playsuits and tunics.

My toenails are painted in an Essie polish by the boys in Nail Express opposite Debenhams in Liverpool One £8.

I bought my bag to use on the beach on my holiday earlier this year but I love it so now use it all the time. It is from Accessorize and cost £28.

My make-up bag is from Primark I love the cream and gold stud combination. Approx £4.

Out of shot, gold ring and stud earrings and black wayfarer sunglasses.

Kitty x

Today I'm wearing . .

According to my weather app, today is sunshine and white clouds so bravely (or foolishly) I've opted for a summer look.

Top to toe..

Somerset by Alice Temperley white broderie anglaise top, £69. It is the sweetest little top. Little sleeves at the perfect just above elbow length. Fitted on the bust and with a panel around the waist it defines the smallest area that us hourglasses want to highlight. (If you're not an hourglass then this can help you fake it.) From the waist, the top flares out to hide any tummy you might have from your summer holiday (bloody all inclusive!) The holes on the broderie anglaise fabric give a hint of stomach too, a very subtle peak. (Saying that, a breeze earlier bared my belly button to the city of Liverpool. It hasn't seen the light of day since my holiday earlier this year but at least it wasn't pasty white.)

Weekend Collection by John Lewis green ankle length jeans, £55. If anybody has been watching the swimming this last week you will of seen Gaby Logan and Mark Foster have been wearing coloured trousers and chinos. I think they have been styled so well, really love the smart casual, modern approach to styling they've gone for. So my coloured jeans were ironed last night thanks to them. 

Dune jewelled summer sandals in blonde leather with multi coloured jewels, £65. My favourite footwear this season. Delicate, pretty, comfortable, stylish - perfect! 

All currently available at John Lewis Liverpool One or online. 

Kitty x

Topshop shoes

How gorgeous are these?! 

These are the Ratchet block heel strappy shoe from Topshop in nude. They're new season and £50.00.

Unless you are size 7+ they are out of stock online currently. Head into store though you might be in luck. 

For Topshop shoes and shoes in general,£50 is my limit (most of the time!). Especially heels as I don't get a lot of wear out of them. Once I blew double that on the sexiest pair of shoe boots ever but I've worn them to death. They are one of the best purchases I've made. 

Leather winter boots on the other hand need money spent on them. I wear them a lot and for a few years so more than get my money's worth. 

Anyway, back to these beauties. Perfect for this transitional period before we're quite ready for full Autumn trends. 

Wear now with tailored shorts, a grey tee and a statement necklace. 

Wear in Autumn with a leather skirt and chunky knitwear. 

Kitty x

After 1 day of rain I am already thinking of Autumn/Winter clothes

Yesterday was pretty miserable weather wise. I quite enjoyed a day on the couch though with a DVD and bag of sweet & salted popcorn for a change. 

My sister bought me the August Vogue for my birthday and I have yet to open it as it's been so summery and the August editions heavily focus on looking ahead to next season. I wasn't ready, until now.

Can't wait to get home tonight and spend a good hour alone with those fashion pages. 

For me, Autumn is my favourite season style wise. We get to wear a gorgeous wool winter coat and delicious leather boots. 

Before I feast my eyes on the upcoming trends tonight I will share with you my must have staple pieces for the next season. 

1. Classic mac - neutral colour (beige, navy etc) for autumn showers.

2. Opaque tights - smart but practical.

3. Leather brogues - so sweet.

4. Wool winter coat - I bought mine lazy year so will get another year or 2 out of it.

5. Leather boots - ankle or knee high never mid-calf.

6. Leather bag - classic, slouch of satchel it's personal preference. 

7. Good quality umbrella.

8. Sheer blouse - layer under dresses.

9. Tunics - with opaque tights and brogues.

10. Leather jacket - black to add that rock edge to any look. 

Personally my favourite fashion looks for this season include:

Leather - it might just be the accessories, or leather panels on a dress or buckles on a skirt but I love it. 

Tartan - my favourite print to bring out this time every year.

Fur - just a touch like a collar on a coat or a trim on your ankle boots. 

The above staple pieces will begin to arrive in stores this month. 

Happy shopping! 

Kitty x