November Wishlist

November Wishlist time! I love November ... bonfire night, birthday celebrations, build up to Christmas, autumn leaves, coal fire <3 

This dogtooth jumper has certainly caught my eye! The striking print will look great with black skinny jeans or tapered trousers and sits perfectly within the sixties retro trend.

Knitted Dogtooth Jumper - Topshop

This coat is made up of three of my favourite things; red tartan, leather, and faux fur. Surprisingly, mixing all three creates this fab boyfriend style coat (which looks extremely warm!!).

Red Tartan Boyfriend Coat - River Island

Geometric shapes are all over the high street and the gold glitter print on this dress will be perfect for the party season!  The 3/4 sleeves and skater style skirt creates an incredibly flattering shape.

Velvet Glitter Star Dress - Topshop

Sometimes I wish I was one of those girls who can wear heels all day every day ..but sadly I'm not! They hurt and then I moan! I love these loafer style shoes from ASOS, which are stylish but look comfortable for wearing all day. With a gold horse head buckle, these shoes will add a heritage vibe to any outfit.

Loafers with Trim - ASOS

I've decided that my everyday wardrobe is suffering! When I got back from uni, I had a massive clear out and now feel that I don't have any basic tees for throwing on with jeans. I love this ombre style tee which will be perfect for layering up over winter.

Sleeveless Jersey - H&M

What is on everyone else's wishlist this month?

Sophie x

Selfridges' Christmas Countdown

So it's just over 8 weeks till Christmas ..once again this festive holiday has crept up on us from no where! Once Halloween is over with next week, we won't be able to hit the high street without being covered in glitter every time we brush up against decorations and before long we'll all have 'Jingle Bells' going round and round in our heads! But I don't care one bit because I LOVE Christmas! Bring on the Coca Cola advert I say!! The real build up starts on 1st December when we countdown each day with a little piece of chocolate! Except this year, I have my eye on something a little bit different...

Beauty Advent Calendar - Selfridges

This Beauty Advent Calendar is packed full of little luxurious samples of what you would be able to find in the Selfridges' beauty hall. I certainly wouldn't mind waking up to one of these little gems each morning ..so if anyone out there would like to make my December feel free to splash out!!

Or if you love painted nails (as I do!) then this Mini Mani advent calendar from Ciate is so much fun! That's a different nail polish for each day of December ..perfect for party season!!

Mini Mani Month Advent Calendar - Selfridges

And why not take a look at Selfridges' new seasonal video to get you in the Christmas spirit! 'Not Your Usual Christmas' is shot by fashion photographer Bruce Weber.

They've also just unveiled their Christmas window displays which you can see here. For me, one of my favourite things about Christmas shopping is the window displays inviting you in to a new magical and sparkling shopping wonderland. Living in Newcastle over the past few years means I'm always queuing up with the little kids to catch a glimpse of the enchanting Fenwick Christmas window!!

Apart from chocolate what else would you like to find in your advent calendar each morning?

Sophie x

Mawi Jewels

The majority of the time I dress casually but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy adding a few little touches to add a spot of glamour! A simple outfit such as jeans and a basic jumper can be transformed by adding jewels and a bit of height from these wedge trainers.

Mawi Jewels by fashionserendipity

Mango wool sweater / Black skinny jeans / Ash high heel sneaker / Mawi jewelry

Whilst watching the new series of Made in Chelsea I've become a bit obsessed with Rosie's Mawi jewellery which is pictured here and here, and I love the silver piece above! The pink and emerald green crystals used in the necklace above add a feminine touch to a bold and contemporary style which has being inspired by art deco architecture and structures. At £560 this necklace may wipe me out financially but there are a range of statement necklaces out on the high street this season. I've picked out some of my favourites below...

Statement necklaces by fashionserendipity

1. Neon Necklace H&M / 2. Warrior Collar Topshop / 3. Crystal Shard Necklace ASOS / 4. Chunky Tube Necklace Reiss 5. Skull & Pearl Collar ASOS 6. Chain Necklace Nelly 7. Neon Thread Collar Topshop 8. Spike and Chain Drop Necklace New Look

How would you style your statement necklace?

Sophie x

Help! Winter Boots are my Weakness...

I think it's pretty safe to say after last weeks floods and this weeks icy mornings, that we have waved goodbye to any hope of summer and I can't help but be secretly relieved. I wouldn't say I dislike summer but it's hard to disagree that the past couple of years have been a bit of a disappointment and as I haven't had the chance to jet off on exotic adventures, I haven't really been interested in purchasing much summer fashion ... it's just a waste! 

However when it comes to this time of the year, I can't get enough of the colours and textures that make up a winter wardrobe, from berry reds and purples to royal green and navy, AW12 brings richness and warmth to everyone's outfit. And one of the first things I think about is BOOTS! I've already treat myself to two pairs in recent weeks and I've also got my eye on some others which I want keeping my feet warm this winter!

Brown Leather Ankle Boots - Topshop

Black Lace Up Wedges - New Look

Help! Winter Boots are my Weakness! by fashionserendipity

1. Leather booties / 2. Glitter heels / 3. Zara boots /  4. Zara buckle boots / 5. Dune leather booties / 6. Zara leather boots / 7. Nelly Shoes platform boots / 8. Ash leather booties / 9. ASOS over knee boots

What are your staple winter wardrobe pieces? Has anyone else bought shoes from Nelly before ... I'm wondering what the sizing is like?

Sophie x