A little while ago I wrote about my long running avoidance of hosiery. Determined to rectify this I sought the help of a few experts and made my first tentative steps into the world of legwear. I purchased these five pairs plus a pair of black 110 deniers...
Top three from Tesco, Argyles from Tabio, Stripe from Tightsplease.
I also decided to take part in Frocking Friday as a silent participant (and by that I mean I wear the dress but don't post a photo onto the Facebook page). A dress ultimately means hosiery at this time of year, corn beef legs are not a good look and so hosiery becomes a necessity.
I played it safe for the first week with a pair of black Tabio 110 denier opaques and then plunged head first into patterned tights for the second week in the form of Tabio Argyles. Since then the black opaques have become the most frequently worn.
A timely offer from Tightsplease saw the purchase of Red or Dead Strella tights. A quick word on the Red or Dead packaging - Glorious Gussets - enough said.
I am eagerly awaiting the delivery of a LBD, from Warehouse, which will work so well with not only these but all of my coloured tights.
I am now on the look out for a pair of tights that don't look like I'm wearing any... any ideas?
I played it safe for the first week with a pair of black Tabio 110 denier opaques and then plunged head first into patterned tights for the second week in the form of Tabio Argyles. Since then the black opaques have become the most frequently worn.
A timely offer from Tightsplease saw the purchase of Red or Dead Strella tights. A quick word on the Red or Dead packaging - Glorious Gussets - enough said.
I am eagerly awaiting the delivery of a LBD, from Warehouse, which will work so well with not only these but all of my coloured tights.
I am now on the look out for a pair of tights that don't look like I'm wearing any... any ideas?
Week Three...
Another week over but only four outfits this time as Monday I spent in bed being poorly and feeling sorry for myself (no one needs to see a pic of me ill and in my PJs). I will say though that my lounge pants from Avon (what a horrible name for an item of clothing) are particularly comfortable and are currently on offer!
Tuesday I did make it out of bed but kept it casual with a stripe top (Next) underneath my floral shirt teamed with jeans (Topshop).
On Wednesday I discovered that OH doesn't like my denim shirt - 'It's okay that I don't get the denim shirt, right?' Typical, just as I'm getting to like it, I discover he doesn't. Do you go off an item of clothing when you discover he isn't keen? I liked it teamed with my chinos, from Very, but suffered with cold ankles and ended the day in impossibly big socks - warm but low in the style stakes.
Thursday I wore my favourite stripe top with some Vero Moda trousers (both Very). Smart and casual which is always a hit in my book. I like this look for an evening out with heels and a statement necklace.
These would be nice...
I can but dream...
How would you accessorise my Thursday outfit?
Another week over but only four outfits this time as Monday I spent in bed being poorly and feeling sorry for myself (no one needs to see a pic of me ill and in my PJs). I will say though that my lounge pants from Avon (what a horrible name for an item of clothing) are particularly comfortable and are currently on offer!
Tuesday I did make it out of bed but kept it casual with a stripe top (Next) underneath my floral shirt teamed with jeans (Topshop).
On Wednesday I discovered that OH doesn't like my denim shirt - 'It's okay that I don't get the denim shirt, right?' Typical, just as I'm getting to like it, I discover he doesn't. Do you go off an item of clothing when you discover he isn't keen? I liked it teamed with my chinos, from Very, but suffered with cold ankles and ended the day in impossibly big socks - warm but low in the style stakes.
Thursday I wore my favourite stripe top with some Vero Moda trousers (both Very). Smart and casual which is always a hit in my book. I like this look for an evening out with heels and a statement necklace.
These would be nice...
Sonia By Sonia Rykiel clutch bag
Gypset Ring Necklace - Monsoon
Source
Michael Kors Parka Lizard Effect Peep Toe Shoe Boots
Michael Kors Parka Lizard Effect Peep Toe Shoe Boots
I can but dream...
How would you accessorise my Thursday outfit?
Enjoying my new vintage bag...
I have been looking for a cross the body bag such as this for a while. It's slouchy, relaxed leather looks worn and fabulous, when it arrived I made stunned colleagues inhale the gorgeous smell of leather. I like to share.
Staring at an almost finished sweater...
Started in March 2010 this knitting project has been blighted by running out of wool (twice) and been left and forgotten in favour of newer, smaller (easier) projects. It's just that it's knitted on circular needles in the same stitch, round and round and round and round (need I go on?). I'm sure I will finish it before the end of March... 2012.
Sporting chrome toenails...
I love this look - smooth, shiny nails that I could (almost) see my reflection in. See the my full review on the VBlog.
Bagging a bargain...
This dress, £20, from Matalan - it fits like a dream and is a possible contender for an forthcoming wedding reception.
And last week (which seems like such a long time ago).
Making a Valentine's card...
With the aid of this gorgeous rubber stamp by Skull and Cross Buns (love the name) from Not On The High Street.
I love the idea of teaming a denim shirt with sequins or tucking it into a floral skirt but I am limited to the current contents of my wardrobe by the rules of the challenge. Last week I wore my shirt tucked into a pair of wide leg trousers I've had for ages but the fact that the shirt it quite long meant I felt a little bit like I was wearing a nappy all day. Needless-to-say I am in need of some more options...
Neutrals seem to work exceptionally well with denim as do bold and unusual textures and fabrics. I'm beginning to realise my skinny jeans and ankle boots combination was rather a boring option!
I could add sequins with this t-shirt, purchased from Very last summer.
Or tuck in into a skirt (hopefully avoiding the afore mentioned nappy feeling).
For some more inspiration I plundered Polyvore.
I have been looking for a cross the body bag such as this for a while. It's slouchy, relaxed leather looks worn and fabulous, when it arrived I made stunned colleagues inhale the gorgeous smell of leather. I like to share.
Staring at an almost finished sweater...
Started in March 2010 this knitting project has been blighted by running out of wool (twice) and been left and forgotten in favour of newer, smaller (easier) projects. It's just that it's knitted on circular needles in the same stitch, round and round and round and round (need I go on?). I'm sure I will finish it before the end of March... 2012.
Sporting chrome toenails...
I love this look - smooth, shiny nails that I could (almost) see my reflection in. See the my full review on the VBlog.
Bagging a bargain...
This dress, £20, from Matalan - it fits like a dream and is a possible contender for an forthcoming wedding reception.
And last week (which seems like such a long time ago).
Making a Valentine's card...
With the aid of this gorgeous rubber stamp by Skull and Cross Buns (love the name) from Not On The High Street.
What have you been up to this week?
So, here is week two, albeit a little late (my apologies). Last week I promised to not to wear jeans so often, they are a daily staple of mine but for the sake of the challenge I felt I should try a little harder.
My favourite outfit? I love my blue Dorothy Perkins dress with the Tabio Argyle tights but this outfit was pipped at the post by my Love Label vest top, worn with black, turned-up, skinny jeans and a long cardigan. It was such an easy outfit to wear, I felt great in it and also a little summery - which went a long way to brightening up a dull day!
Monday - Denim shirt - Very. Skirt - La Redoute. belt - Next.
Tuesday - Stripe top - Very. Jeans - Very. Scarf - New Look.
Wednesday - Floral Top - H&M. Trousers - Very. Boots - New Look.
Thursday - Floral Vest top - Very. Cardigan - Dorothy Perkins. Jeans - ASOS. Brogues - Dorothy Perkins. Bag - H&M.
Friday - Dress - Dorothy Perkins, Tights - Tabio. Shoe Boots - New Look.
Loving the challenge!
My favourite outfit? I love my blue Dorothy Perkins dress with the Tabio Argyle tights but this outfit was pipped at the post by my Love Label vest top, worn with black, turned-up, skinny jeans and a long cardigan. It was such an easy outfit to wear, I felt great in it and also a little summery - which went a long way to brightening up a dull day!
Monday - Denim shirt - Very. Skirt - La Redoute. belt - Next.
Tuesday - Stripe top - Very. Jeans - Very. Scarf - New Look.
Wednesday - Floral Top - H&M. Trousers - Very. Boots - New Look.
Thursday - Floral Vest top - Very. Cardigan - Dorothy Perkins. Jeans - ASOS. Brogues - Dorothy Perkins. Bag - H&M.
Friday - Dress - Dorothy Perkins, Tights - Tabio. Shoe Boots - New Look.
Loving the challenge!
A: with black skinny jeans and boots.
That's how I wear my denim shirt. Every. Single. Time.
The rules of my Wardrobe Challenge do not allow me to wear an item the same way twice. So, I did what I always do when I need inspiration. I Googled it.
That's how I wear my denim shirt. Every. Single. Time.
The rules of my Wardrobe Challenge do not allow me to wear an item the same way twice. So, I did what I always do when I need inspiration. I Googled it.
I love the idea of teaming a denim shirt with sequins or tucking it into a floral skirt but I am limited to the current contents of my wardrobe by the rules of the challenge. Last week I wore my shirt tucked into a pair of wide leg trousers I've had for ages but the fact that the shirt it quite long meant I felt a little bit like I was wearing a nappy all day. Needless-to-say I am in need of some more options...
Neutrals seem to work exceptionally well with denim as do bold and unusual textures and fabrics. I'm beginning to realise my skinny jeans and ankle boots combination was rather a boring option!
Or tuck in into a skirt (hopefully avoiding the afore mentioned nappy feeling).
For some more inspiration I plundered Polyvore.
So, here I am at the beginning of week two of my wardrobe challenge.
Last week was an easy one, with no repeating of outfits to worry about it was like any other week except I knew what I would be wearing each day. I have to admit that my mornings were easier, I simply got dressed instead of wondering what to wear and then changing a few times...
I normally wear my denim top with black skinny jeans and black ankle boots but decided to try something else. I rediscovered these trousers, from Next, that I loved and wore all the time, so I have no idea why I stopped. It is safe to say my love has been restored, which is exactly what this challenge is all about - appreciating what I already have in my wardrobe.
This week I am going to try and try something other than jeans...
Monday - Long cardigan - Dorothy Perkins. Blouse - H&M. Jeans - ASOS. Boots - ALDO.
Tuesday - Cardigan - Very. Top - Very. Scarf - H&M. Boots - Carvela at Very.
Wednesday - Stripe top - Very. Jeans - La Redoute. Pendant - Cherry & Joy. Bangle - Avon.
Thursday - Denim shirt - Very. Trousers - Next. Boots - as before.
Friday - Jumper dress - La Redoute. Tights - Tabio. Boots - Stylist Pick. Corsage - Topshop.
Which is your favourite outfit?
Last week was an easy one, with no repeating of outfits to worry about it was like any other week except I knew what I would be wearing each day. I have to admit that my mornings were easier, I simply got dressed instead of wondering what to wear and then changing a few times...
I normally wear my denim top with black skinny jeans and black ankle boots but decided to try something else. I rediscovered these trousers, from Next, that I loved and wore all the time, so I have no idea why I stopped. It is safe to say my love has been restored, which is exactly what this challenge is all about - appreciating what I already have in my wardrobe.
This week I am going to try and try something other than jeans...
Monday - Long cardigan - Dorothy Perkins. Blouse - H&M. Jeans - ASOS. Boots - ALDO.
Tuesday - Cardigan - Very. Top - Very. Scarf - H&M. Boots - Carvela at Very.
Wednesday - Stripe top - Very. Jeans - La Redoute. Pendant - Cherry & Joy. Bangle - Avon.
Thursday - Denim shirt - Very. Trousers - Next. Boots - as before.
Friday - Jumper dress - La Redoute. Tights - Tabio. Boots - Stylist Pick. Corsage - Topshop.
Which is your favourite outfit?
Knitting...
Monkey Moo for my Friend's new baby
New sleeves for an old knit, in fact this was the first garment I ever made. But I didn't like the sleeves (I didn't get the shape right and found I had extra space for my bingo wings to grow into...) so I tried again and added some stripes and huge cuffs, which make them perfect for my cold, cold studio.
Reading...
I finished my second book of the year Yarn Harlot, The Secret Life of a Knitter by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. For knitters (and Knitters) this is a great read, I identified with so much of this book and laughed out loud at the fleece stealing squirrel and her frenzied knitting exploits. One Little Sock made me cry a little, What Her Hands Won't Do choked me, Three Blankets made me sigh and wonder about my future little blankets and What She Gave Me brought me to the conclusion that I want my Mother to teach my children to knit. One day I hope to be a Knitter (currently with only 18 months of knitting experience I am just a knitter). Follow her blog here. If you love knitting, you'll love this.
And... starting my Wardrobe Challenge and conquering my fear of hosiery, separate post to follow...
What have you been up to this week?
Monkey Moo for my Friend's new baby
New sleeves for an old knit, in fact this was the first garment I ever made. But I didn't like the sleeves (I didn't get the shape right and found I had extra space for my bingo wings to grow into...) so I tried again and added some stripes and huge cuffs, which make them perfect for my cold, cold studio.
Reading...
I finished my second book of the year Yarn Harlot, The Secret Life of a Knitter by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. For knitters (and Knitters) this is a great read, I identified with so much of this book and laughed out loud at the fleece stealing squirrel and her frenzied knitting exploits. One Little Sock made me cry a little, What Her Hands Won't Do choked me, Three Blankets made me sigh and wonder about my future little blankets and What She Gave Me brought me to the conclusion that I want my Mother to teach my children to knit. One day I hope to be a Knitter (currently with only 18 months of knitting experience I am just a knitter). Follow her blog here. If you love knitting, you'll love this.
And... starting my Wardrobe Challenge and conquering my fear of hosiery, separate post to follow...
What have you been up to this week?
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