WIWT - Monochrome Magic

Jacket - L K Bennett

Jumper - Boden

Bag - Village England

Jeans - Zara

Trainers - Golden Goose

Jacket - L K Bennett

Jumper - Hush

Bag - John Lewis

Jeans - Mango

Trainers - Marks & Spencer

Morning ladies & happy Friday!

I'm going for a monochrome feel today & dressing down my boucle jacket with a relaxed fit cashmere jumper, some distressed cigarette length jeans & my leopard print trainers & adding an all important splash of red with my bag.

Not sure where this last week has gone it seems to have sped by but fingers crossed time slows down for the weekend.

Enjoy your day & I'll see you in the morning.

WIWT - Kick Flares & Boucle

Jacket - J Crew

Tuxedo Top - J Crew

Belt - The Kooples

Bag - Vestiaire

Kick Flare Chinos - J Crew

Shoes - Boden

Jacket - Miss Selfridge

Top - Marks & Spencer

Belt - Hush

Trousers - Jaeger

Shoes - John Lewis

Happy Thursday ladies.

I'm going for a tailored look today & bringing out a few recent J Crew purchases, including a stunning tuxedo styled long sleeve tee that I managed to pick up in the sale & teaming it with my cropped kick flare chinos & tweed jacket.

Bit of a busy day ahead with the normal work schedule as well as a couple of appointments to fit in so I'm already looking forward to crashing tonight & loosing myself in front of the TV.  I know I say this a lot but these weeks sure do fly by - can't believe it's Friday already tomorrow!

Have a fab day  I'll see you in the morning.

The Shacket + WIWT - A Splash Of Pink

Morning ladies seeing as Spring is on it's way & we're only just over a week away until the clocks go forward I thought today we'd look at a wardrobe necessity for the coming months & that's the shacket, or to you & me an overshirt/jacket. The equivalent of Spring's version to a parka.  

A casual & lightweight jacket that's perfect for throwing on & styling with jeans & a simple tee, not to mention teaming with a simple summer dress or even ideal to dress down some classic cigarette pants.  Generally khaki in nature, although there are some grey, black, denim & white versions out there not to mention camouflage versions as well as embroidered ones, it's something that if you don't already own as soon as you do you'll wonder how you ever managed without one!  

As you can see, I've put together an edit of my favourite currently on the high street above & as always you just need to click on the individual image for further details.  I must admit I'm already planning outfits around the one already hanging in my wardrobe (see here) & this year I'm also planning on accessorising with a brooch or two.  In fact pins & patches & generally customising clothing is set to be huge this season.  I'm currently debating whether to invest a few pennies in these, these & these.

Back to today & I'm going with more blue & this time adding a splash of interest with a flash of hot pink & my kitty flats.  I'm really loving the deep 'V' jumper from Cosy Cashmere - so much so I'm now on the look out for a stripe strapless/boob tube kind of top to wear underneath, which isn't something I ever thought I'd write!!  By the way the brand are actually moving from retail to wholesale so they've currently got a closing down sale on with all items half price!!!  Just click here to get shopping & take advantage of the huge savings :-)

Biker Jacket - Massimo Dutti

Jumper - Cosy Cashmere - now half price!

Camisole - Tesco

Jeans - Zara

Shoes - Charlotte Olympia

Biker Jacket - Mango

Top - Warehouse

Jumper - Cosy Cashmere - now half price!

Jeans - French Connection

Shoes - John Lewis

So ladies are you a fan of the shacket?  Perhaps it's something you love & would be lost without for days when you need an extra layer?  I don't know about you but I find mine incredibly useful as it's so easy to layer it up with a scarf or jumper for warmth not to mention can so easily be thrown on over a simple cami.  For me it's the ideal addition to my wardrobe for days where I want to feel more casual but still be in my comfort zone of wearing a jacket.  In fact I love mine so much I'm seriously tempted by a camo version this year......but then when did I need an extra jacket hanging in my wardrobe?! ;-)  Anyone else thinking of joining me in 'clicking that button' on this style?  As always I'd love to hear your thoughts not to mention your top picks.

Happy 'hump' day ladies, have a fab day & as always I'll see you tomorrow.

WIWT - 2 Outfits In 1 Day

Jonin Hooded Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Chinook Mesh Hooded Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Chugi Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Shamal Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Lotus Sports Bra - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Air Singlet Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE 

Apex Capri Leggings - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Capri Leggings In Black - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Wrap Me ¾ Leggings - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Morning ladies I'm sharing 2 outfits with you today & whilst I generally only share the 1, Tuesday is a 3 outfit day for me.  Firstly my running stuff at silly o'clock, followed by my normal clothes & then a change at midday back into some more activewear for pilates.

You may recall that I've worked with Coco Bay over the past couple of years & I have to say they're one of my favourite brands for swimwear.  So you can imagine my delight when they recently got in touch to let me know that they've now branched out into activewear too.  You can see their full range here & the good news is they've kindly given me a discount code to share with you for 15% off the entire range - just use code MLACTIVE at checkout.

I've put together my top picks above & I've also taken a few pictures of the set I've been sent by Coco Bay, which has fast become my new pilates outfit.  Super soft & comfy plus there's no chance of any slipping of the leggings, which if you've ever tried pilates on a reformer machine you may know what I mean when I say there's been a few exercises that I've in the past felt older leggings slipping down & not in a good way!  Plus I just love the sheer panelling & hot pink detailing, which transforms what could be a simple grey look.

Lotus Sports Bra - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Chugi Top - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Apex Capri Leggings - 15% off with code MLACTIVE

Back to today & for my main look I'm going for an all blue look & bringing out some sales bargain J Crew jeans to play & teaming them with my statement tweed jacket, which appears to have already sold out!  Although if you're looking for something similar the one I've featured below is a fab alternative.

Jacket - J Crew

T-Shirt - J Crew

Jeans - J Crew

Trainers - Golden Goose

Jacket - L K Bennett

T-Shirt - Hush

Jeans - AG

Trainers - Hush

Don't forget to take a peek over at Coco Bay's new activewear here if you do get 'clicking that button' remember to use code MLACTIVE at checkout for your 15% off.

Right I must get on & whatever you're up to enjoy your day & I'll see you in the morning.

Baukjen Top Picks + A Discount Code + WIWT - Keeping It Simple

Morning ladies it's discount time again over at Baukjen with 15% off plus free delivery on all orders over £59, just click here & use code CHIC217 at checkout.  So today seemed like the perfect time to share with you my top picks for the coming season.

As with other brands that I favour such as J Crew, Baukjen really do offer timeless classics that are not only made to a high standard but have the edge on other brands for garments that are going to stand the test of time & last you a lifetime.  Not only are they wardrobe staples, you'll find them to be pieces that can so easily be dressed up or down, offering you great flexibility in terms of cost per wear plus there's some great ideas for work staples too.

I've put together my picks from their latest drop above & as always just click on an individual item for further details.  You won't be surprised to hear that I could easily click the button on everything but I'm extremely tempted by this, this & these.

Back to today & it's a quiet & lazy kind of Sunday, which calls for a nice & simple sweatshirt & jeans combo.  With perhaps the odd sip of bubbles to go with the slogan.  Well it would be rude not to surely?! ;-)

Sweatshirt - Wildfox

Jeans - Zara

Trainers - Golden Goose

Sweatshirt - Mango

Jeans - Marks & Spencer

Trainers - Golden Goose,  more purse friendly option here

So ladies what are your thoughts on Baukjen?  Are you a fan & loving their collection for Spring/Summer?  If so I'd love to know what's caught your eye & got you itching to 'click that button'.  In the meantime don't forget their 15% off plus free delivery lasts until the 31st of March - just click here & don't forget to use code CHIC217.

Back as always in the morning.  Enjoy your Sunday.

Mother's Day Inspiration + A Sneaky Purchase + WIWT - Tailored Classics

Morning ladies & happy Saturday :-)  Before I share what I'm wearing today I thought seeing as Mother's Day is only 2 weeks away I'd put together some gift inspiration, which will hopefully help for anyone struggling on deciding what to buy their mother's & also something you can perhaps point your other half to if they're needing a nudge in the right direction ;-)  Hubby if you're reading feel free to click away ;-)

Also I wanted to let you know about this stunning embroidered one shoulder top that I 'clicked the button' on earlier in the week & have just taken delivery of - love, love, love.  I can't wait for the weather to warm up enough to wear this beauty it really is stunning & such a good price :-)

One Shoulder Cutwork & Embroidery Cotton Top

Back to today & my outfit is based around a few tailored classics.

Blazer - J Crew

Shirt - Baukjen

Scarf - Mercy Delta

Bag - Chloe

Trousers - J Crew

Shoes - Boden

Blazer - J Crew

Shirt - Baukjen

Scarf - Marks & Spencer

Bag - Aldo

Trousers - Joules

Shoes - Marks & Spencer

I've not regretted for one second investing in this J Crew blazer - such a great quality, cut & fit it really is timeless.  Plus the gold coloured buttons really do lift it & add that extra element of interest.

Anyone up to anything special today?  Just a normal Saturday for us but I'm looking forward to us all just being home & enjoying some quality family time.

Whatever you're up to enjoy your day & as always I'll see you tomorrow.

WIWT - Styling A Midi Skirt

Biker Jacket - Zara

Polo Neck Jumper - Marks & Spencer

Skirt - New Look

Boots - Ash

Biker Jacket - Mango

Polo Neck Jumper - Marks & Spencer

Skirt - Topshop

Boots - Ash

Ooh you've got to love that Friday feeling haven't you?!

Another day of doing for me & clearing the decks before the start of the weekend so it's a simple midi, jumper & biker jacket combo for today's look.

I don't know about you but I'm looking forward to a chilled glass of something tonight.

Happy Friday ladies, enjoy your day & as always I'll be back in the morning.