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5PFW Purchase: Lover ruffle midi skirt

5PFW Purchase: Lover ruffle midi skirt

More monochrome. If that’s not a signal that winter is practically on our doorsteps, then I’m not sure what is. With autumn wrapping up, I’m starting to reflect on my wardrobe additions over the last three months. This Lover ruffle skirt is another one of my 5PFW purchases for autumn. A frilly, delicious midi skirt that immediately caught my eye, I was drawn to the feminine silhouette and floral spot print. I’d intended for this to be an upgrade on a Topshop hanky hem skirt I bought around two years ago. Somehow – as is inevitable with me and polka…

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Winter Wardrobe Planning ’19

Winter Wardrobe Planning ’19

While I wouldn’t say I look forward to winter, the cool drop in temperature has had me thinking about my winter wardrobe. Working off my 5PFW wishlist for the year, I’ve already got an idea of what my wardrobe is lacking. Having run through the key elements of my wardrobe for the season ahead, there’s not much more I really need to add. The guidelines I’ve drawn around what I buy in 2019 have helped me to be more focused with what I do add to my wardrobe, and the limitations have stopped me from feeling tempted to indulge in…

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A couple pre-loved fashion finds

A couple pre-loved fashion finds

I recently saw some statistics on the pre-loved fashion market, and was thrilled to spot that year on year, it’s been a growing part of clothing budgets. I’ve been buying pre-loved clothing since I was in my teens. It was a way for me to add to my wardrobe on a budget, plus invest in brands that might otherwise be out of my price range. And while my motivations may have shifted slightly, my love for pre-loved fashion hasn’t. Wearing Frame Denim black top (similar option), ASOS jeans, Dior slingback flats (affordable dupe), Mon Purse bag, Muru Jewellery necklace, Mejuri…

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A casual date night outfit

A casual date night outfit

I’ve definitely become a denim girl. No matter the occasion, I seem to be able to find a way to incorporate a pair of jeans into my look. And for a girl who usually lives by the mantra that ‘its better to be overdressed’ it feels a refreshing, if not a little freeing. Mostly, I’ve found that they’ve been a great option for a casual date night where Luke and I are going for a relaxed dinner and a movie. Wearing Grana silk camisole, ASOS jeans, Everlane blazer, Celine bag (affordable here), Charles & Keith sandals, Holly J earrings &…

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My Net-a-Porter sale picks

My Net-a-Porter sale picks

My virtual ears always prick up whenever I hear that Net-a-Porter’s bi-annual sale has begun; partly for the nostalgia of buying my first few ‘designer’ items from there in my early twenties, and also in part because it’s a great opportunity to pick up those wardrobe staples at a discounted price. I’ve been doing pretty well at sticking to the rules of the 5PFW Challenge, but I couldn’t help but have a quick peek through some of my favourite designers. At this stage, I’m not planning on buying anything, but I do enjoy a good window shop, and I thought…

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