The Dream Camel Coat from Jaeger

Style Theory: I have wanted a camel coat for years, in fact, since my first 'proper' job in PR at 22. I did buy one from a market, it was £20 and to be honest, it looked like it was worth a lot less. I have pinned hundreds of photos of camel coat looks on Pinterest and tried so many on but they have always been not quite right. That was until I tried this Jaeger one on in their new Marylebone store.

Coat - Jaeger Wool Cashmere Boyfriend Coat £350

Top - Jaeger Laboratory double Faced Knit Top £125

Trousers - Jeager Flannel Pocket Trousers £110

Shoes - Gucci

Bag - Furla

It is the most beautiful wool cashmere mix, it is a true investment piece but will last you year after year and the fabric and the cut are exceptional. It is simple and and completely in proportion - I cant do oversized or big collars as I am too small so this coat works perfectly for me. I teamed it with autumnal colours, a gorgeous deep red wool top from Jaeger's edge Laboratory range and the coolest, most comfy flannel trousers from Jaeger's range, keeping the look completely classic but knowing that all the different elements of the outfit would look good dressed down.

I love the idea of the camel coat with dark red New Balance trainers, the trousers with a slouchy knit and my Stan Smiths and the dark red wool top with boyfriend jeans and heels. Each part of the outfit a stand out piece and all items that will work hard for me in my wardrobe.

If you are in the Marylebone High Street area or even if you are shopping on Oxford Street and don't normally venture Marylebone way it really worth making the 8 minute walk (from Selfridges) up to Marylebone and checking out the gorgeous boutiques and the new Jaeger store. There so many fab cafes too and it just less manic than Oxford Street, more a relaxing amble than being pushed along with the crowds.

Jaeger Store 12 Marylebone High St, W1U 4NR

All Photos by Victoria Metaxas

There were so many pieces in the store that caught my eye, from buttery soft leather gloves to a cool pinstripe top and trouser look to the most wonderful teddy fur coat. My Nana who always dressed in the most glamorous way always wore Jaeger camel coat and it makes me feel nostalgic  and happy (she was an extra special warm fabulous lady) that now I have one too......

Have you invested in a winter coat? What style /colour has caught your eye recently? Have you popped into a Jaeger recently, it is really worth a little nosey around...

As always thank you so much for reading, until the next time Fran xxx

*This post was written in collaboration with Jaeger, all opinions and styling are my own and I just adore the coat more than words can say!

Partywear..my way with Debenhams

Style Theory: What to wear to a Christmas party?? If you are like me you will want to wear 'the party dress' but calm the whole party look down with some dressed down accessories to ground your look. Partywear can be scary, it can conjure up images of sparkles, sequins, heels and fur stoles all.at.once - this strikes fear in me, I like to be dressed up with a heavy balance of dressed down. 

Debenhams asked me to style up a few of their AW16 partywear styles, a mix of designers at Debenhams and some high street brands available at Debenhams online. The dresses and jumpsuits are gorgeous and just needed a little toughening up with biker jackets and boots to bring them into my comfort zone and make me feel completely party ready...

Dress - Preen/Edition @Debenhams £75 (20% off now £60)
Leather Biker Jacket-Nine by Savannah Miller @Debenhams £250 (30% off now£175)
Shoes - Faith @Debenhams £55

It is so lovely be able to have a Preen dress in your wardrobe with a high street price tag. This dress is pure velvet luxury, it has a ruched front (great for hiding a tummy) and ruched at the back - to create the illusion of a Kim K butt! It can be worn with or without the straps, whichever suits better, I wore without and the sweetheart neckline is super flattering, it is kind of Nigella Lawson at Christmas which I love!!

The leather jacket - Nine by Savannah Miller is the best I have ever tried on, it is quite a heavy leather that keeps you warm and feels really substantial. It fits perfectly, a neat but comfortable fit that is both flattering and works perfectly to toughen up this season's dresses. I can imagine this look with a pair of Chloe Susanna-esque boots as well as these dainty leopard mix heels..so many options and not a spangle in sight!

Dress - Butterfly by Matthew Williamson @Debenhams £250 (20% off now £200)
Boots - J by Jasper Conran @Debenhams £75 
Clutch bag - Wallis £25

The colours on this heavily embroidered dress are beautifully eyecatching, It is fairly pricey but the detail is beautiful. I am, albeit very recently, into the boot/dress combo, granted it is not as flattering on legs as high heels but I think it gives the look an edge, a more dressed down A/W16 vibe. 

Jumpsuit - Red Herring £45
Shoes - Faith @Debenhams £55

Pyjama dressing gets my vote this season, there is literally nothing as comfortable, what is better than going to a Christmas party in your pjs?! And this jumpsuit is a pretty gorgeous take on the pyjama trend, fits slightly on the small side (I sized up one size) the tapered trousers are super flattering, pair with heels to dress up and party till late..

Dress - Red Herring @Debenhams £59 - avail online soon
Boots - J by Jasper Conran @Debenhams £75 
Jacket - Nine by Savannah Miller @Debenhams £65 (30% off making it £45)

Super duper sparkly, you cannot get more Christmas than a pink sequin dress, throw a khaki jacket over the top to ground the look and add a pair of dark red boots to add depth and voila a laid back party outfit...

Dress - Principles by Ben De Lisi £60 (20% off now £48)
Shoes - Faith pink court heels £39

A classic red dress, that flatters and is incredibly easy to wear. I paired it with pink court shoes to clash the colours and add some extra interest, add fine gold jewellery for a simple but showstopping look at a reasonable price.

Photos by Victoria Metaxas 

Which is your favourite look, do you go bold when it comes to partywear or are you like me and prefer to dress it down a little? As always I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, until next time Fran xxx

This blogpost was written in collaboration with Debenhams, all styling and opinions are my own

Topshop Autumn Winter - the perfect 'Fashion Lift' for your wardrobe...

Style Theory: I am a huge fan of Topshop, it is a shop I go into and never fail to find at least 5 things I would love to buy. It is such a good place to find trend driven prices,  perfect for adding to my wardrobe basics each year. The clothes do not last a lifetime but are the perfect 'fashion lift' to my existing looks, easily updating my outfits and making me look at little more 'on trend'

I went a little crazy recently and ordered quite a few pieces to brighten up my outfits, every item was a winner. You know how I love a bit of gold and metallics, well these are all fairly sparkly but are not only resigned to Christmas time, they can be worn most of the year around, I love to make my clothes work hard for me, investment pieces or not and these items I will be wearing a lot!

The Ultimate Skirt..

A pleated skirt is a must have this season and this one is velvet ticking two trends at once. It is a heavy fabric that hangs beautifully and it so flattering on. It looks just as good worn with trainers as it does with heels or ankle boots, I bought the petite version which was weirdly the same length as the normal version (I measured them in store).

Top - Topshop £39

Skirt - Topshop £55

Shoes - M&S £29.50

The jumper is a complete failsafe piece, I love a turtleneck, perfect in the winter and the sleeves make it evening appropriate. This is a top I will again and again over this season, under dungarees or with boyfriend jeans and heels on an evening out and of course with this skirt..

The Hint of Gold Top...

Top - Topshop £39

Trousers - Monsoon £69

Jacket - Monsoon £79

This top is not restricted to party season, it can worn day to day with jeans and trainers or to work with tailored trousers and flats for a Parisienne look. I lovethe gold flecks (metallics make me happy!) and the lace is beautiful down the middle of the top and at the end of the sleeves. The perfect day to night time top. Naturally, the high neck sealed the deal for me, a super easy top to wear, I sized up a size for comfort.

The Sparkly Shoes..

Jacket - Mango £89.99

Blouse - Monsoon £59

Jeans - Gap (old season)

Shoes - Topshop £49

Bag - Furla @VeryExclusive £540

I just could not resist these sparkly shoes, it was love at first sight. They are like Dorothy (Wizard of Oz) shoes, I wore with my oldest boyfriend jeans and lacy Monsoon top and they received so many compliments on my night out! They are comfy thanks to the block heel and a great height for me, not only perfect for Christmas parties but pretty good for any going out occasion..they are gorgeous!! They have sold out online but it worth checking in your local store - I have put a couple of alternatives below..

Topshop -  £69 

If I didnt have the glitter shoes above these would be my choice, real leather, a fab shape and a block heel, wear with bare legs of you can or mix it up with black fishnet tights under a midi dress.

Topshop £50

These are so 70s disco and the most beautiful colour, my friend has them and says they are unbelievably comfortable..comfy and stylish - win win..

A few more Topshop pieces I have my eye on..

Topshop Boutique £90

I always look in the "Boutique' section of Topshop online (or if I am on Oxford St branch) The clothes are more expensive but they really have a designer-esque edge. This blouse is stunning, I adore the big bow, I would wear with my boyfriend jeans and brown high heeled boots for the perfect dressed down/dressed up look.

Topshop Boutique £90

If you are more of a statement trouser girl, these are the best I have seen. Again, the big bow looks great and they are a fab carrot shape so will look good with a black cashmere sweater and black heels.

Topshop £79

If you are looking for a fur jacket, this is a great shape, I bought the same last year and wore it loads. It is warm and snuggly and perfect for over an evening dress or over a jumper, jeans, trainer combo for the schoolrun.

Topshop £36

The perfect neutral jumper to pair with your gold items, the breton jumper is an Autumn Winter must have. I have linked to the 'Tall' version of this jumper above as I like my jumpers to be a little longer and am happy to roll up the sleeves, I do this on nearly all my jumpers anyway as I am a shortie!

Topshop £36

This does the lace/ jumper thing for you, pair with black skinny jeans and black heeled ankle boots for a feminine but slightly grungy look.

Topshop £65

A beautiful embroidered top, it is on a animal print style mesh, looks very D&G. Again I would wear this with boyfriend jeans and black heels for a night out just sling a tux jacket over the top. 

Topshop Boutique £225

I couldn't resist this beautiful pink coat, it is a car coat so this signifies that it is not the warmest coat in the world but can be layered with a thin puffer gilet (I like a dark red with pink) It will lift any wardrobe, pink is such a versatile colour and can be worn with so many colours in any wardrobe. The colour is stunning, I think I need this in my life!

All Streetstyle photos by Victoria Metaxas 

Are you a fan of Topshop? Do you indulge in a few seasons updates every year? I know I will wear these things above non stop over the season. 

So now half term officially begins and we are off to play tennis them to see Trolls..not sure I can take the pace, Jack woke up this morning and proclaimed he had planned the whole week! We are off to catch up with friends in Edinburgh at the end of the week so any suggestions of fun things to do in Edinburgh with kids would be great and also kid friendly places to eat would be sooo appreciated- thanks xx

 As always I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, until next time Fran xxx

Cara Memilih Warna Kerudung Sesuai Warna Kulit

Cara memilih warna kerudung sesuai warna kulit - Dalam kesempatan kali ini saya akan memberikan cara memilih warna kerudung atau jilbab karena banyak sekali wanita yang masih kesulitan dalam menentukan pilihanya, bisa anda bayangkan dalam memilih kerudung saja bisa berjam-jam apalagi memilih sebuah pasangan yang cocok dengannya, para lelaki akan berfikir ulang mengenai hal ini karena hal tersebut.

Cara memilih warna kerudung sesuai warna kulit memang diperlukan ketelitian yang baik dan juga menggunakan beberapa saran yang mungkin teman anda lontarkan kepada anda, cobalah untuk selalu menanggapi semua masukan dari teman kuliah, teman bermain, teman shoping atau kerabat terdekat agar nantinya anda bisa menentukan kerudung yang pas dengan warna kulit anda.

Kemarin ada teman-teman saya yang suka sekali shoping tapi bukan shoping hijab atau yang lainya melainkan shoping baju pendek, rok pendek dan lain sebagainya, bukankah itu hal yang sangat menyimpang dengan kehidupan saya jadi saya abaikan saja pendapat teman saya itu, nah kami akan memberikan tips yang bagus untuk anda coba berikut cara memilih warna kerudung sesuai warna kulit :

Cara Memilih Warna Kerudung

1. Kulit sawo matang

Di Indonesia kebanyakan mempunyai kulit yang sawo matang namun tidak jarang juga yang putih ke kuning-kuningan jadi sangat beragam sekali jenis warna kulitnya, nah jika anda mempunyai warna kulit sawo matang sebaiknya anda memilih kerudung yang punya warna pastel, maroon, gading, biru tua, ungu dan hitam. Sebaliknya, warna merah, kuning, hijau tua, olive dan cokelat tua kurang tepat bagi anda karena sangat cerah sekali.

Kerudung untuk warna kulit sawo matang

2. Warna kuning langsat

Selain warna kulit sawo matang ada juga yang mempunyai warna kulit wajah kuning langsat namun bukan putih luh ya, beda lagi nanti kalau dengan putih kami jelaskan selanjutnya, kuning ini cenderung cocok dengan warna merah, pink, dan biru. Sebaiknya hindari warna-warna bernuansa emas seperti karamel, coklat dan orange karena bisa membuat kulit berkesa pucat dan kusam.

Kerudung untuk warna kulit kuning langsat

3. Warna kulit putih

Nah ini dia yang mereka sukai mempunyai warna kulit putih namun masih saja bingung memilh warna kerudungnya padahal jika dia memakai warna apa saja akan terlihat cantik dan mempesona tanpa melihat warna kerudungnya, namun sebaiknya anda memakai warna kerudung seperti hitam, merah, ungu, biru maka akan terlihat cantik dan mempesona, sebaiknya anda menghindari warna kerudung seperti putih, pastel, dan kuning ini akan terlihat wajah nampak pucat sekali.

Kerudung untuk kulit putih

Nah dengan anda memakai tips di atas setidaknya anda bisa menentukan mulai sekarang apakah memilih warna pink, bitu, merah, kuning atau yang lainya, anda bisa berkaca dulu termasuk kulit berwarna apa karena nanti akan menentukan kondisi anda juga bagi yang melihat anda, dan tampilah secara percaya diri jika sudah memakai kerudung pilihan anda.

Nah itulah artikel cara memilih warna kerudung sesuai warna kulit semoga anda bisa tampil percaya diri dan tidak kebingungan dalam memilih warna kerudung terimakasih.

Spotlight on Luxe Wardrobe Staples that will last you forever...

Style Theory: Every so often you come across a brand that not only fits but flatters and makes you look slimmer than you actually are. Step forward Me+Em,  honestly I would not say this if I didn't truly mean it, but the way they expertly cut their clothes, the high quality fabric they use and the flattering designs all result in the most the beautiful collection of clothes.

They are more expensive than the likes of Zara etc, but the quality is absolutely worth it, if you are working on cost per wear Me+Em would win every time. If you are smaller, like me, the cropped trousers fit on the ankle perfectly and the longer ones need to be taken up or worn with heels but either way they look pretty amazing!

Me+Em have just opened a pop up shop in Elizabeth Street, literally 5 mins away from Victoria Station, so I popped in today to check out their latest collection and fell in love with so many pieces..

Firstly, sports luxe the grown up, flattering way..

Top - Me+Em £83 - was £119 (size down)

Trousers - Me+Em £135

Shoes - M&S £29.50 (20% off at the moment with the code OCT16A16)

These trousers are incredibly comfortable on, they have an elasticated waistband (high five!) and just skim the floor when I wear them with heels. They are made from a heavy pointe fabric which hangs beautifully resulting in a flattering silhouette (I sized down one size). I love them smartened up with this pussybow swing top, currently in the sale, it would look just as good with skinny jeans and trainers for a day time look. I will also wear the trousers with a cashmere sweater and heels for a laid back, 'going out to the pub look'..

The dream 'forever' coat....

Military Coat - Me+Em £299

Lace Layering Top - Me+Em £79

Button Slim Crop Trousers - Me+Em £135

Shoes - M&S £29.50 (20% off at the moment with the code OCT16A16)

This coat is definitely a 'forever' coat, the military style transcends trends, it is a classic and can be worn year after year. As soon as I put it on it felt amazing, structured but not stiff, expensive fabric that flatters and falls perfectly. I sized down one size as it was a little big across the shoulders, it really is a fabulous coat, tailored to perfection. It would take an everyday look of a sweater, jeans and trainers up a notch and would look just perfect over an evening dress for a Christmas night out. 

The Button hem slim crop trouser are a fab fit, skimming over lumps and bumps with a flat front that covers a tummy. Just as good with Stan Smiths as with heels, these trousers are classics that will last.

The Slouchy but chic Sunday Jumper..

Slouchy Stripe Turtleneck - Me+Em £149
Half Leather legging - Me+Em £399
Shoes - Zara (old season - similar here)
Ps - I was talking when taking this photo, not pouting!! ha!

The ultimate in breton luxury, this merino, cashmere mix sweater is slouchy, sweater heaven, quite long so perfect for skimming over my bottom and thighs and great paired with leather leggings. I would wear with trainers or slouchy ankle boots with this look. The leggings are incredibly flattering, they are a huge investment but if you are looking to invest these are the best of the bunch...

The Sophisticated Tux..

Forever Tux Jacket - Me+Em £249

Lace Trim Silk Tunic - Me+Em £165

Trousers - Me+Em £135 

Shoes - Gucci Marmont 

The most chic Tux that would last literally forever.. all pieces can be worn separately and are beautiful in their own right but together they make a dream evening out combination.

A few other items I have my eye on..

Me+Em - Cable Weekend Jumper £149

Because a winter white jumper always looks amazing with skinny jeans and trainers, chic, minimal and super classy.

Pleated Collar Layering Shirt - Me+Em £99

A great top to wear by itself - also comes in black which I find a little more flattering than white,but this would be great under jumpers and jackets..

Swing Lace Dress Me+Em £135

The perfect Christmas Day dress, eat as much as you like, no one would know, it is heavy fabric that hangs beautifully annddd it has pockets.. I bought a Me+Em swing dress a couple of years ago and still wear it every Christmas.

Have you invested in any luxe staples, where do you shop? Have you bought from Me+Em before what do you think? As always I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, until next time Fran xxxx