Lucie's Locket: style

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Wednesday, 9 September 2015

#WantItWednesday (09/09/15)

So I have missed a week; blame it on a home improvement gone awry. However I am back with a vengeance and wonderful new dining table in my flat to eat on. Once I had managed to put the table up I was once again back on the high street looking for my next sartorial fix.

From Monki

And I found it this week with the hidden gem that is Monki.

I was always a bit weary of this chain; it always looks really painfully young and cool. The kind of cool you'd want to clip around the ear.

I had come across a few bits during my hourly trawl through ASOS. Some of their best pieces (more than a couple are now proudly sat on my clothing rail of merit) like this shirt dress and these culottes.

Next on my list of things to buy is this perfect oversized sweater dress from their AW15 arrivals. This is huge, soft and perfect in many and any occasion.

I would wear it with a crisp, white shirt and one of my many hundreds of white trainers or plimsolls. (these would look best with that look)

In fact... I like the idea of this look so much that I am clicking 'add to basket' as I speak, with about 100 other bits! oops.

Until next week!

Wednesday, 29 July 2015

#WantItWednesday (29/07/15)

So this week, I have been searching high a low for a new bag. A bag that will not only be easy to throw on while I am crushed on the tube; but to carry my lunch (because I am good and bring a packed lunch... most days), my books and everything else I normally carry in my black hole of a handbag.

From MatchesFashion

And I've found it in this perfect cross-body bag from The Row. This is roomy and chic and looks perfect with just about any outfit, whether it's a casual Friday or a Manic Monday. I love the colour of it too. Navy is my go to colour for any chic fashionista, I would even say (possibly in hushed tones) that I prefer navy to black. It's a lot softer and warmer and goes with just as much as the ubiquitous chic shade.

It's large enough to shove everything in and still be stylish as hell AND you can easily shove others out of the way during the rush hour madness. You'll feel fab doing it too!

(not that you don't anyway!)

Until Next Week!

Monday, 11 May 2015

High Street Heroes: May

It's May!

I can smell summer; it's so close and that makes me extremely happy!

When I'm happy, that makes me want to go shopping and shopping is perfect for this month's high street heroes!

I have been searching high and low for the best the high street has to offer and now I am ready to show you. HOORAY!

Like I have mentioned a few times already, the 70s are back in a big way.

Topshop, River Island and the ilk are all over this trend like disco on fever.

All Topshop

All River Island

High Street Heroes: April

The sun is out! HOORAY!!

What better way to celebrate than looking at my pick of the early summer finds this month on the high street. I must confess (it's not really a confession) I have been looking forward to the warmer weather for months and months! I am so excited. No more thick woolly scarves, heavy coats and a frozen fingers... I CANNOT WAIT!

I love this skirt from Urban Outfitters. It's light, airy and perfect for spring. I would pair this with an oversized t-shirt (if your are feeling brave try a bright pattern or a contrasting stripe), bare legs and a pair of well loved converse.

The vertical stripe is flattering on all shapes and sizes and perfect to carry you through to summer. This would even look amazing on your holiday, paired with a kimono and your bikini or swimsuit.

A wonderfully easy and casual outfit for spring... where is the nearest park? I am ready for a picnic in the sun!

Get them before I snag the lot!

#WantItWednesday (08/04/15)

From Browns

When it comes to fashion, sometimes we all take ourselves a little too seriously. Sometimes something comes around that re-enforces the fact that we just need to chill the hell out. This headband from Maison Michel is one of those accessories that brings the fun and frivolity back into fashion.

I love these cute little cat ears. How can you not? Having already established myself as a crazy cat lady (alas, without the cats as my flat is too small - so I guess that just makes me crazy... oh.) These are the perfect witty addition to any smart and serious outfit.

These would look great with a chic Parisian pixie cut, it would look just as good with an chignon too.
To be honest I think it'll look good and add a touch of whimsy to any outfit!

#WantItWednesday (01/04/15)

From Topshop

It's getting warmer and therefore I am actively thinking about sandals, lighter dresses and thinner cardigans.

Because we all need warm thoughts right? These shoes from Topshop are the first on my list!

Metallics make everything feel summery. Pair with an oversized cardigan and a paper-thin dress with a collar. A winning combination!
These are sandals are perfect for the Easter weekend activities like supervising egg hunts, languid bank holiday brunches and general spring merriment.

#WantItWednesday (11/03/15)

I have already professed my love for dungarees and here I am about to do it again.

They are perfect for running errands and I love that they make you look (or feel) a bit younger. They do in my case, especially when I pair them with an enormous bow atop my fod.
It seems like the rest of the world is finally catching up with my infantile obsession with overalls.
One of the most prominent fashionistas who has recently joined the dungaree harem is a style icon to many. Alexa Chung's collection for AG Jeans are filled with dungarees & dungaree dresses that make my heart skip a beat. Dungarees are finally cool again!! (Not that I would have taken them out of my rotation) They lend themselves perfectly to winter to spring transitional dressing.

If it’s a little cold out, and you don’t want to wear a jacket, chuck a jumper and a granddad shirt on underneath and you've an effortlessly cool, warm outfit. Working during the day and are going for drinks in the evening? Chuck on a pair of heels and you've a fashion forward look. Easy, bloody peasy!

High Street Heroes: March

Hello Spring! the days are getting longer, the weather is slowly picking up and my mood is improving on a daily basis. This can only mean one thing... I am beginning to step out in style. So I thought as this was a special occasion and I have resolved to wear my beloved Supergas a maximum of twice a week, this month's High Street Heroes are all about the shoes. Heels, flats, platforms and everything in-between!.

For the perennially casual these espadrilles from River Island are a win/win in the shoe game. These scream for bare legs, or loose jeans and look so comfortable. I love the snake skin too; you can pattern clash, go wild with your brights or keep it clean and neutral with a plethora of white, beige and taupes, nothing would look out of place with these.

I would pair these with an oversized, crisp button down (collar popped) a pair of light washed boyfriend jeans and a lot of bangles. (Headscarf optional)

These makes me want to think warm thoughts and be in the park right now.

Get the look below:

#WantItWednesday (04/02/15)

We've made it through to February, YAY!! Time for a party to celebrate! Where's the Champagne?!

#WantItWednesday (28/01/15)

I am at a loss; my beloved phone case has given up the ghost and has broken into a million tiny pieces. The phone is fine, if the phone had died I would be too as it is now become an additional limb, from which I cannot be separated.

So I have been on the hunt for a new, shiny phone case that can withstand multiple drops from great heights without so much of a visible scuff mark.

High Street Heroes: January

It's been a while but I thought I would trawl through the high street aimlessly so you don't have too!

With the weather being as crappy as it has been of late, I have spent most of my time trawling through coats, hats, gloves and scarves (amongst other things!)

Casual Chic #11

Dress, T By Alexander Wang

Kimono, Black Five

Flats, Charlotte Olympia

Satchel, Proenza Schouler

Necklace,Marni

Saturday, 10 January 2015

Casual Chic #10

Dress, Charles Anastase

Jacket, Acne

Necklace, Sophie Monet

Clutch, Alexander Mcqueen

Shoes, Manolo Blahnik

Wednesday, 27 August 2014

#WantItWednesday (27/08/14)

I am in an awful mood. Summer is truly over, a fact I cannot and will not accept and the wind is starting to creep in along with the spiders (another reason to be put in a foul mood).

I have started to re-evaluate my wardrobe, haul the winter coats out and invest in more high denier tights, the one small consolation for the cold.

This Tartan Tunic from New Look is the answer to all of my Winter prayers.

I am and will always be a fan of tartan and I am in love with the cut of this tunic. It can be dressed up or down and will look excellent with a pair of super thick tights.

How can you not want this?!

This looks amazing with my favourite shape of coat, cocoon and looks just as amazing with a pair of heels as it does with a pair of converse and that's no mean feat, especially with my winter essential; 150 denier tights in the blackest shade of morose black.

So I guess this has cheered me up a little, but not as much as the second coming of Summer would.

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