And here are the pieces I would love to get my hands on:

 I really love the cool mix of textures on this dress which are distinct, even though they overlap with the buckle tie running across

Love it - this suit would definitely turn heads in the office!

 A simple outfit today, but one which I feel is made interesting by rich colours and lavish patterning. I had this skirt on my 'Topshop only' January wishlist as I loved the decorative crochet trim and vintage style floral design - it reminds me of a pretty lampshade! I wanted to pick out the reddish tones of the skirt with my good old suede boots and enhance its opulent appeal with my rose gold bag from Mango. As a metallic fiend this bag is currently my prized possession; I wear it everywhere. For me the more worn it gets, the better it looks!

Skirt: Topshop, Jumper & Bag: Mango, Boots: Zara

Wow, it's been a while since I've posted! I can partly attribute it to the fact that I've decided to torture myself by doing Tough Mudder (a crazily fun obstacle filled and muddy run), so I have been spending a lot of my time gasping for breath. I may soon post some updates on the training I've been doing and some of the healthy, without forgetting tasty, recipes I have been attempting to follow, but now I'm on track I'd love to show you these super cute 'Little Mirror' illustrations a friend of mine so kindly created. I count myself very lucky to have this adorable animated association to my blog, especially when this mini-me is sporting Charlotte Olympia shoes. The bit I like best has to be the happy little tongue wagging pug as the ultimate blogger companion... if only it was real! Thanks very much Utam :) x

 The 50s is my favourite era for fashion inspiration, in its intensification of the feminine silhouette, a celebration of new colours and fabrics and a sense of luxury instilled after the war. A couture culture was heightened by prominent designers; Dior's nipped in waists and full skirts and Chanel's straight suited looks really inspired an ease of glamour. We still rely heavily on the signature styles of the era, but we also have a desire for vintage pieces that we can combine into our modern  looks and claim as our own. One of my vintage relics is my Lucite box bag, with an intricate lace surrounding and carved patterned lid. If you don't mind the contents of your bag being on show then it's a very pretty accessory to carry round! I've stayed somewhat true to the 50s with a pencil skirt, high heels and Hawaiian style shirt - hope you enjoy :) x

Coat  & Boots: New Look, Top: Rock on Ruby, Skirt: ASOS

The 70's queen reigned over the catwalks for SS15, strutting forward in hippie chic fringing and flowing, flowered boho dresses. Suede tassles, leather boots and denim shorts reminiscent of cowgirls and Indians, stood alongside models in rock-chick flares, sequins and stars & stripes. An unusual interplay of Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter took place for many designers, who showcased long jackets, jumpers and brilliant furs among the dainty sheers and delicate fabrics. One of my top picks would have to be Giambattista Valli, whose elegant minimal top & skirt combos are patterned in fresh whites and pale pinks. I also love Miu Miu's looks boasting feminine high-waisted leather pencil skirts and ruffled crops, pretty pointed bow boots, and fur collared coats in pastels and bright reds. I particularly like Chanel's, Fendi's and Jonathan Saunders' take on reengaging and softening the masculine suit. Finally, Mary Katrantzou's beautiful sequinned floral pieces, D&G's cute floral sheer ankle socks and Lela Rose's vintage floral designs really got me excited about hitting Spring/Summer! I've created an A-Z trend guide, which again I got a bit carried away with, but should give an idea of how you can integrate the trends into your everyday looks.