woolen tales...

There is a definite chill in the air today. It's become that time of year again when you see the sun shining and you think that the weather will be 'crisp' rather than 'balmy'. Oh my friends there is indeed a change in the air. Thank God! I was growing beyond bored of my summer wardrobe (what little there is of it). However, even though I am glad to potentially see the back of my summer attire for a good few months, I feel that I am unprepared for the next season. I have not been shopping due to a serious lack of funds, so I am seeing what I can make fresh and new from the last few seasons. And of course stick to what I know best... 'Librarian chic' is always a winner in my eyes for these autumnal months. Knitted, buttoned up cardigans, cutesy loafers and tapered trousers in a rich colours (I picked plum this time). Oh and a trusty scarf (which can also double as a blanket) just in case! 

Autumn, I'm ready! Sort of...

PS: Look at me being all brave and outside. My neighbour thought something weird was going on (more crazies taking pictures on tripods!) and came out to investigate but relaxed instantly when she saw it was simply little old me. Nice to know my neighbours don't seem to bat an eyelid at me photographing the bejaysus out of myself. Makes life a little easier.

Scarf: Forever 21

Cardigan: Dunnes Stores

Jeans/Trousers: New Look

Loafers: Red or Dead

tomgirl...

I am going to TRY really hard this autumm/winter to include the masculine touches that I love so much into my day to day wardrobe. I have tried before unsuccessfully, it seems the curvy shape is quite hard to make boyish. So I am going to have use what I know work: fitted shirts, woolen coats, loafers (heeled and flat) and skinny/tapered silk trousers. These will keep me looking curvy (not dumpy) and still add a little bit of boyish flare to the mix. A tailored vibe that will enhance whatever feminine pieces I choose to wear with them because obviously I cannot completely give up on my love of dresses, diamonds and dark dark lace. But saying that I am really keen to show another side to myself. Like everyone, I crave something new to play with and that something new just happens to be my style. Like most of us ladies I'm sure!

Luckily I have somethings on my list (so I don't have to go on some mad shopping bender) but I will need to make a conscious decision to make the masculine pieces I desire the top of my winter shopping. Crisp white shirts, silk trousers, patent flat loafers... All these must be gotten. First up, is the hunt for the perfect white shirt. A simple task surely! I can see my bust being a problem here, I'll keep you posted.

What are your plans for your winter wardrobe?

Images via Pinterest

peggy...

I got my hair cut... Only a few inches but it was getting all dry and fuzzy so it needed to be chopped. It is a bit funny at the moment but in a week it'll settle and be like my old hair again. So yesterday I was seeing what looked semi decent with the slightly shorter hair (it's amazing what looks different with less inches- even if it's just a couple). I tried this out little do out and I felt quite fancy, not too fancy, but still quite chic. I felt my outfit needed to match. Once dressed, I realised I resembled Peggy Olson from Mad Men. And of course I loved that! Would prefer Joan, obviously, but Peggy will do nicely for now.

Also the lovely little dog belongs to my friend. Her name is Belle and she is half collie, half corgi. Which means she's rally really stumpy! But she is the happiest dog I have ever met. She seemed to enjoy participating in the whole outfit post thingy. Thanks to my friend I now have more pictures of her than of me. But she is far prettier so I don't mind.

Hairband: Funny People Co/Etsy

Top: Awear

Belt/Skirt: River Island

Heels: Clarks

white flowers...

It seems the weather is going back to it's old ways. Grrr... I was getting used to not wearing tights. Oh well! At least I am wearing a spring dress plus it is made of wool so I ain't all that cold and I feel very pretty. I also get to look at this beautiful blossom tree in my front garden. So white that it actually glows at night. Though those damn petals go everywhere. And I mean EVERYWHERE!

I haven't shown you these shoes yet. They were my birthday present from my parents and they are adorable! Who can't adore love heart loafers!? And they were on sale... even better.

Dress: Oasis

Belt: Dunnes

Tights: Penneys

Locket: Gift

Loafers: Red or Dead