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Halloween costumes for the fashion conscious 3.0
With Halloween only a week away, you’re most likely be spending this weekend scrambling for an outfit to throw on. But never fear, as I’ve put together a few ideas for you for this year’s ‘Halloween costumes for the fashion conscious’. So if you’re after something a little more chic than scary, here are this year’s ideas to try for size…

*images via Pinterest
//Flannel shirt, Monki//Denim hotpants, BooHoo//Combat boots, Jill Sander//

Beyonce’s fifth studio album may have been released at the end of 2013, but the tidal wave effect it had on the music landscape can still be heard in 2014. And the song that had everyone up and proclaiming that they ‘woke up like this’ was Flawless. Not only a stomping anthem for the feminist cause (and an incredible platform for Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche’s Ted Talk speech) the music video is my favourite out of the entire visual album. It’s full on grunge, so dig out the plaid, eyeliner and stomping boots for this one.

Go the extra mile details:
- Gold grills
- An equally grunged up ‘crew’
- Feminist flag
*images via Dazed Digital
//Pink sunglasses, Missguided//Pencil dress, Dorothy Perkins//Tank top, Moschino///

2014 seems to be the second coming of Barbie. First her brand new Instagram page – putting all of us fashion bloggers to shame with her street style photos – and now Moschino’s perfectly pink tribute to the doll. Anything goes for this look as long as it’s pink but for added authenticity the more garish the better.

Go the extra mile details:
- Moschino Spring 2015 accessories
- Roller skates
- A mini-me Barbie doll
*images via Pinterest
//Leather jacket, H&M//Tank top, Stella McCartney//

Move over Katniss there’s a new badass in town. Tris Prior’s costume would be pretty simple to copy. Black jeans, tank top, leather jacket and boots made for running from the bad guys. Don’t forget Tris’ bird tattoos across her collar and if you’re a book purist you’ll want to add in her extra tattoos too.

Go the extra mile details:
- Gun belt
- Battle scars & bruises
- A handsome other half to play Four for you.
*images via Pinterest
//Black dress, Mango//Floppy sun hat, Dorothy Perkins//Knee high boots, Burberry//

The old witches costume just got a whole lot more stylish. American Horror Story is somewhat of an institution now, so why not take on their most recognisable set of costumes as made famous by the likes of Jessica Lange, Emma Roberts and Taissa Farminga. All black is the only rule, but think Morticia Adams meets Valley Girl than traditional Wicked Witch of the West.

Go the extra mile details:
- Lace veils and netting
- Black umbrellas and sunglasses
- A tiny voodoo doll
*images via Pinterest
Polo neck jumper, Sir Oliver//Black trousers, Reiss//Pointed flats, Modcloth//

Ok I’ll admit I included Taylor in last year’s Halloween costume edition…but hey it’s 2014 and with a new sound and new look I wasn’t going to pass up a chance at adding her in again! There are so many looks in Shake It Off but I would personally take on the simplicity of her ‘performance’ outfit. Black polo, skinnies, and flats for a super comfy Halloween outfit. Oh and don’t forget the red lip! Though if you have a group of willing friends why not take on the entire catalogue of dance outfits from the video (I shotgun the cheerleader outfit though!)

Go the extra mile details:
- Megaphone to shout over to the ‘fella over there with the hella good hair’
- Short blonde bob wig
- Your best dance moves
Pick a favourite guys! Which Halloween costume would you go for?

If you’re still stuck for ideas, don’t forget to check out last year’s post and my post from back in 2012 for more outfits you could use this year!

R.xoxo

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October 24, 2014
Forever Fall Favourites | Autumnal Staples

September is here, the air is marginally cooler and the leaves are turning brown…Autumn has arrived and I am excited! Autumn is my favourite time of year for many reasons but number one has to be the fashion. There’s nothing better than a new season of fashion to dive into but there are always a couple of pieces that make an appearance every year and become timeless Autumnal staples.

coat, Next//trenchcoat, John Lewis//black boots, Whistles//tan boots, ASOS//brown boots, Farfetch

Though camel colours and Chelsea boots should pretty much style staples all year round, they take on a new lease of life once Autumn rolls round. The cool caramel tones of camel coloured coats means they pretty much go with every item of clothing, and they’re alway light enough to get away with during the warm-to-cool transitional weather. Though Autumn is boot season for me, I fall in love with the old school chelsea boots every time. They’re sturdy enough for rain downpours but are a fabulous way of dressing down those pretty dresses you’ve been wearing all Summer. I personally want to own a pair in every single shade going!

plaid shirt, Band of Outsiders//plaid scarf, River Island//black jumper, Black Five//cream jumper, Rag & Bone

Plaid. Tartan. Check. Whatever you want to call it, this trend comes back year on year in different guises. Whether beaten and weather worn in a Rock n Roll style or uniform striped for a preppier look, it’s is more versatile than you would think. The classic Autumnal twist is always to go for the dark berry red shades of the print.

And of course, nothing signals in the new Autumnal season than a big ol’ slouchy jumper. The bigger the better! They’re tailor made for curling up indoors with a good book in.

So these are my favourites, but what are your Autumnal style staples?

R.xoxo

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September 3, 2014
Dare To Bare | How To Style A Crop Top

Whilst I was writing up my TCA round up the other day, it became glaringly obviously that the trend for bare midriffs is not going anywhere. Now I don’t know about you but I’m deeply self-conscious about my stomach, and whilst Taylor Swift and Chloe Moretz may feel confident daring to bare it on the red carpet it can be a bit daunting to try out the crop in real life.

Never fear, the solution is all in the styling.

silk bomber jacket, The Outnet//black singlet, Monki//neon crop top, Topshop//grey singlet, Monki//maxi skirt, Topshop

Depending on how brave you’re feeling there’s a crop top styling solution for everyone. If you’re blessed with abs that would make Ellie Goulding weep, don’t be afraid to show them off (I know I would!), but take a leaf out of Moretz’ TCA styling and protect some of your modesty – and keep away the chill! – with a smart but eye-catching jacket. Alternatively balance out the material with a minimal style maxi skirt.

flower tank top, Weekday//orange crop top, BooHoo//high-waisted jeans, H&M//pencil skirt, Jane Norman//white skirt, Calvin Klein//red crop top, River Island

If you’re not so comfortable with showing off your skin, the key to working this trend lies with what you wear on your bottom half. Try a high-wasited skirt or trousers to balance out the crop and to show off a sliver of skin just above your abdomen.

crochet top, Topshop//pink crop top, Fashion Union//t-shirt crop top, Pull & Bear//grey skirt, Oliver Bonas//leather shorts, Alexander Wang//high-waisted shorts, Monki

Another alternative for the not so brave – and my favourite solution – is to meet midway and find a crop top with a tented cut that sits just above your belly-button, much like Nina Dobrev’s look from last week. Again, a high-waisted skirt will keep you feeling more comfortable and balance out the look.

So there you have it. You really have no excuse now! Dare to bare ;)

R Xoxo
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August 18, 2014