Always One Step Ahead - Spring 2013, Trend 1

Hey everyone, just been having a browse through some trend reports and runway shows for Spring 2013. Now I know we have just waved goodbye to a summer that sadly was nonexistent, and probably half of your summer purchases spent their time in the dark wardrobe collecting dust rather than the sun, but its never too early to start preparing! 
Today in Aberdeen it is cold and windy with torrential rain! Therefore, rather than looking at the bleak weather forecast, I'm going to share my Spring 2013 trend forecast with you and explore a new trend every week!

Trend 1: Earn Your Stripes!

 Stripes were seen all over the New York fashion week catwalk by designers such as Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger and Marc Jacobs. Here is a video showing how stripes made an impact on New York fashion week.

My personal favourite designer for this trend has to be Marc Jacobs. I love his use of monochrome and restricted colour schemes to create a simplistic but classy look. His use of stripes to create graphic pattern also looks great and adds an edge to the typical stripe.

This trend is incredibly versatile, so be sure to make the most of it.. pinstripe tailoring for work wear, block vertical stripe shift dresses for the night, graphic pattern stripes for occasion wear, or a nautical themed striped outfit for the daytime. No doubt this trend will be all over the high street as it's so simple but effective... so get ready to stripe yourself for a fraction of the designer price tag!

Thanks for reading, another Spring 2013 trend to follow next week! :)

Winter is on its way!

I don't know if it's just me or the fact that I live in Aberdeen, arguably one of the coldest regions in the UK, or the fact that I live in a student house where we only use the central heating on special occasions, but it appears to have got much colder over the past week.  

I realised this when I had to fetch the winter coat out the cupboard and give it a dust off, as it was FREEZING. Definitely feeling the winter blues at the moment as I'm in the middle of trying to update my wardrobe from summer to winter and with the weather turning cold so soon, having less time to do it!

Looking in the shops and online I've seen that the retailers are responding with lots of lovely knitwear, which has been making me equally depressed as I want the vast majority in my wardrobe now. Anyway, here is my pick of favourites to keep you both stylish and warm in the upcoming weeks... and months!

From Left to Right:

Left: Knitted Chunky Fairisle Jumper by Topshop - £45. I love the pale ice shades of this jumper and it's bang on the Nordic style trend. Team it with a pale blue denim shirt and black pleated skirt or skinnies.  View on Topshop.com -  Topshop Knitted Chunky Fairisle Jumper 

Right: Burgundy Crew Neck Jumper by Newlook - £19.99. Burgundy/oxblood is the colour of the season right now. This jumper is so adaptable and can be worn with anything from a leather skirt to skinnies to high waisted shorts.  View on Newlook.com -   Burgundy Crew Neck Jumper

Left: knitted dogtooth jumper by Topshop - £42. With the 60's reemerging this season, monochrome prints are back in trend. Clash this bold knit with a pair of tartan skinnies or black pencil skirt or tailored joggers for a more refined but edgy look. View on Topshop.com - Knitted Dogtooth Jumper 

Right: Boucle Cardigan by H&M - £29.99. Boucle has made a comeback for A/W 2012, providing a more tailored look to your everyday outfit. This cardigan would look great with a white shirt with studded collar detailing and a pair of cigarette trousers to create that chic workwear look. View on H&M.com - Boucle Cardigan

Left: Chunky Cable Twist Jumper by Miss Selfridge - £42. Cobalt blue is another big colour for A/W. Team this jumper with a black pleated skirt, or some printed paisley or baroque shorts for a more glamorous look. View on Miss Selfridge.com - Chunky Knit Cable Twist Jumper 

Right: Studded Neck Jumper by Oasis - £55. The military trend has been popular so far this season. This khaki knit would look great with a leather bodycon skirt and khaki parka for a military grunge look. View on ASOS.com - 
Studded Neck Jumper

After browsing more jumpers and cardigans than I would ever know what to do with, I'm without a doubt off to the shops soon to make some quality investments for the winter months... see you there!

Wedding Style

So yesterday my only sister got married! As I was maid of honour I spent most of the day in a very tight bridesmaid's dress; (due to me stupidly getting my measurements completely wrong!) therefore after consuming a large three course dinner, I was feeling a change was in order as I couldn't breathe in my bridesmaid's dress. The dress I chose to wear for the evening reception I absolutely love; it's so versatile and can be dressed up for a formal occasion such as this, or for a night out as it's bodycon and so flattering! I teamed it with a new purchase I made just a few days ago, a blazer jacket which I literally am wearing with every outfit at the moment as it goes with anything and everything. I also recently bought the shoe boot wedges and I love them as the heel is just small so they're comfy enough to walk about in for hours and look great with skinny jeans or dresses. All in all, a fantastic day and my dress didn't get ruined! 

tribal animal print midi dress - Topshop. Black blazer jacket - H&M and black boot wedges - Newlook.