Showing posts with label mens fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mens fashion. Show all posts

Tuesday

Winter Scarf's

I absolutely love winter. It's a time to whip out the extra layers, grab a glass of mulled wine or four whilst Christmas shopping, and see London all lit-up under the early night sky!
It's also an excuse to go shopping for accessories, especially a new scarf. A new shield from the wind, cold and snowfall that is on it's way.

It has to make a statement, stand out, and above all, keep you warm whilst the snow falls and you can see your breath with every exhale.


Something that you can add to the Winter Wardrobe I told you about!

For me, I wanted one that I could wear time and time again, and for a few more winters too - more like a 'timeless piece' than a one season wonder. 

I found it hiding in the corner of a store, looking right at me, and I fell in love right away.

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Hello 100% lambswool, made exclusively by Jack Wills with Johnstons of Elgin. It had to be mine, and you can find it here if you want one too!

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Within a few minutes I had paid, whipped of the tag, and headed off to a reunion lunch with it round my neck.

With so many out there to chose from though (believe me, I was looking everywhere), I have narrowed some of them down for you here to help with your search. 

From Ted Baker to Reiss, to Topman and Acne, look no further in your search for that ultimate winter shield statement piece.

All you need to do is click on the link below the image to be taken to the store! 

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Zara Chunky Knit Scarf. Found here.
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Glen Lossie Lambswool Scarf. Found here.
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Ted Baker 'Goldwon' Scarf. Found here. Also in Blue here.
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Paul Smith Signature Stripe Scarf. Found here.
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Reiss Soft Oatmeal Scarf. Found Here
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Hugo Boss Lambswool Scarf. Found Here.
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Johnstons Vintage Tweed Cashmere Scarf. Found Here.
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River Island Green Tartan Scarf. Found Here.
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J Crew Stripped Scarf. Found Here
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Barbour Tattersall Scarf. Found Here.
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Acne Oversized Grey Scarf. Found Here.


Now, time to wrap up and head to the Christmas Markets for some mulled wine!

Come on winter, we are ready for you!

Wednesday

The Autumn Wardrobe

London Fashion Week is about to draw to a close, so whilst the models have walked down the catwalk showcasing next seasons must have pieces, I started to think about my wardrobe for the Autumn.

Or in my case, an excuse to go shopping!

The days are getting shorter, colder, and wetter, so it's goodbye to the shorts and vests, and a hello to a trip down the shops to buy these pieces that I have found for you (or a click on the links to get them online!).
Your wardrobe will be ready to battle any storm Autumn throws at you.

Let's start with shoes. Afterall, most people check out what shoes you are wearing on first impressions, so you need to get these right. For me, brogues are a must have this winter because they can be worn for any occasion. Try walking through the wet streets in some suede shoes and your socks will drown, brogues however, will keep your toes warm!


These bad boys can be found here, and will compliment any outfit. The light brown means you can wear it with any jeans and still look smart or casual, depending on your look! Buy them here.

What to wear on the bottom half is always a bit tricky in the summer, but the autumn is easy and Topman have got it completely covered in this department!
You need three pairs of trousers; One pair of dark denim jeans, one pair of light jeans, and one pair of black jeans. You don't need any others, honestly, as these three colours will provide you with every combination you need, from smart to casual, lunch or partying. 
The rule to jeans this season is to have them tapered, and the brogues match them too!
Number 1 can be bought here, Number 2 is here, Number 3 is here. Don't forget your student card if you are starting at university!

When it comes to tops, there are so many out there with a range of different designs. From patterns, to stripes, to the standard white shirt, the shops are your oyster. Especially when they will be hidden under jumpers or coats and scarfs!
Therefore, here are 4 tops that are on my shopping list (which you can view here), and will last the autumn and into winter!



Whilst you have your base layer sorted for when you get to the pub or dinner, it is all about what you wear on top whilst walking down the high street. If it isn't too bad out, then a jumper or cardigan will keep you warm. A burgundy kint will go well with any of the jeans, and my choice would be this absolute gem from All Saints.
You can buy it here, and know you will be wrapped up warm for when the snow comes!

Of course, autumn means coats and jackets. Whilst some of last seasons coats will still look great this year, there is always room on the coat rack for a new one. For me, big hooded parkas are a must for when the snow or rain is hammering down, whilst the classic bomber is great when the sun does pop out.


You can find the Bomber jacket here, and pick up the parka jacket here

Obviously there are so many different varieties around on the high street, so don't be afraid to mix and match your outfit choices and go for different colours in the coats, it will still look great and keep you stylishly warm.
Throw together some accessories if you want too, and my top (not-to) secret... Ski socks under your jeans to stay warm!

I'm going to go grab a glass of mulled wine to get into the autumn spirit, let me know if you have found any pieces and I will share them on Pinterest too!

Tuesday

ASOS Black X Puma

ASOS has always been a favorite website of mine, and I know a lot if you shop on there too, which is why I was so excited to be invited along to their launch night for their new collaboration with Puma in East London.

Like the Adidas Spezial exhibition I popped along to last week, I haven't worn Puma in such a long time, so I was really keen to see what their latest collection looked like. 


Once we had finished up working for the day, me and Vitor hopped, skipped and jumped over to BoxPark in Shorditch for the launch of the second menswear collection by ASOS BLACK x Puma.



I wore a plain basic Tee from Topman, with a necklace to break it up.



After a couple of drinks and catching up with some friends we spotted in the crowd, we grabbed a moment to have a look at the look book and chose our favorites. The first collaboration between the two brands brought style and sport together, something I am always a little skeptical about going wrong for any sport brand. Get it wrong, and it doesn't work. Get it right, and everyone wants in.

However, young, hip and trendy, the second collection isn't a sports brand trying to be fashionable, its stylish and on-trend, and everyone wanted in, including us!

It was a little like 'Hello 2013, I am the 90s revival and this is what is cool right now in my world.'


Vitor went for one of the new vests.




Whilst I have fallen in love with one of the new sweatshirts!




There are no large logos splattered across coloured tees, instead patterned jumpers and tees that would fit right in the wardrobe make up the majority of the collection. Throw in some sweatpants too, and you are decked out for all year round!

The collection is available on ASOS now (check it out here), so take a look and pick our something new for the wardrobe.
Go on, treat yourself! Here are a couple of my other faves from the collection...




I absolutely love Boxpark, because you always come across pop-ups that are there for a short bit of time, can buy something that isn't owned by everyone, and grab a bite to eat upstairs too! If you haven't discovered this little gem, then head over there one evening and check it out for yourself.

You will enjoy it, promise!


After a few more drinks and feeling a bit tipsy, we made our way downstairs and had a look through some of the stores who were still open, including Hype and One Piece, before grabbing a bite to eat and heading into the night for another drink...