sunset.

A treasured day off spent in Cartmel in the Lake District enjoying the sunset en route to an open fire and glass of mulled wine.... simple pleasures. 
I took the opportunity to wear my new bronze mirror lense glasses from zara- I am in love.

(wearing- Topshop fur, H&m bow coat, AA disco pants, copper mirrored lenses- Zara)

in uniform.

My favourite dress. Reminding me of a grown up school uniform in the best posible way, especially when paired with brogues and satchel like Mulberry Edie. I love the way the top detaches and becomes a 3 in 1 dress- or if the lace top is worn backwards and unbuttoned like a jacket- 4 in 1?.. Currently crushing on multi functional clothes..

Katie.x 

(dress- The Kooples )

sneak peak new favourite.

One of my favourite items this autumn... full post on its way tomorrow.

Katie.

it all points to silver.

There was something so idyllic about the deserted beach, glistening sea and rippled sand combined with the rusty structure of the old pier. Spending almost 24/7 city living makes me crave and appreciate these moments even more if thats even possible.

(Wearing- h&m jumper, The Kooples jeans, AA shirt, Asos metal collar tips, Kate Moss x Rimmel Lipstick)

snap x fashion week.

Looking through street fashion photography on street fsn, style.com- Tommy Ton, Facehunter, and Nobody Knows Marc... You can imagine my suprise to find a bag bought as a gift from Thailand snapped on someone at New York fashion week?! Amazed.

Pink and pattern isn't usually my thing but somehow bright sunlight makes every colour look sensational ( Photos taken recently on holiday in Lanzarote) 

Katie.x

a macaroon amaze.

A treasured day off = my new Asos 'Amaze' shoes arrived... 

way ahead of schedule and I am amazed. 

Vaguely reminiscent of the Alexander Wang Constance boots mixed up with Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel vision in 2010 with the whole perspex and iceberg ensemble, that will remain forever embedded in my memory. 

Now for my first attempt at making the French fancy- macaroons. I now have Lorraine Pascale's recipe, along with a specialist book and crossed fingers.

 If they are successful I promise photos to follow.

Katie.x

williamson park.

This weekend was the first chance of photos since returning from a holiday on Thursday morning. I spent the day at a beautiful park, butterfly house that was incredible, and visiting a true gem of an antiques centre.

 I had been a little hesitant about visiting Lanzarote , but the hotel was pure paradise, and far exceeded my preconceptions. Balinese day beds complete with fresh linen sheets, mid morning fruit kebabs, afternoon tea and beautiful weather almost the whole time!

Katie.x

take a peak.

Beautiful scalloped edging and a new purchase. Full outfit on the way tomorrow. Katie.x 

patent & perfect.

 

Absolutely love the clean lines, simple black patent and understated heel height of my new shoes, and the way they look so abstract in the composition of these photos. 

Katie.x

(shoes:- a/w 11 Zara)

sunset gazing.

Gazing out at a clear blue skies, bright sunshine and a beautiful sea right about now on holiday- shts taken before i went away. Katie.x 

plaited metal.

Close up of my latest jewellery crush...discovered in H&M on the way home from work. Unbelievably £9.99... and the last one left. I love this time of year when unexpected treasures appear in high street stores, that literally disappear in the blink of an eye. Katie.x

navy blue & green.

 

 

I cant help but turn my thoughts far far too soon to the amazing colour palette heading our way this winter. I adore navy blue, green and burgundy in equal amounts, classic and sophisticated.... yet much more appealing and kinder against winter skin than black.    

( although I admit finding a stunning black winter coat is still somewhere in my mind )

Katie. x  

preview.

 Just a quick preview of the outfit post on its way tomorrow!

Hope you are having a fun weekend.

Katie.x

skulls on my toes.

A much needed new pair of flats, complete with miniature gunmetal skull heads, suede and patent... I love the contrast of the skulls against such a delicate shoe- they are the perfect pair to throw on in the day, or dress down a dress in the evening.

Katie.x

koople.

After realising we were both kind of head to toe in The Kooples we had to have a picture....

my addiction continues- seriously check out the new 'look' and 'couples' for autumn winter and prepare to swoooooon and crave lots.

Katie.x

striking stripes.

So I finally got around to sharing the rest of these holiday outfit/ scarf snaps with you. Although the weather in the Uk for me has been decidedly grey I cant seem to tear myself away from the brightest colours. Now I must get ready for to work. Hope it goes fast!

Katie.x