Aubin & Wills: A/W 11

Ever since my first discovery on Abercrombie I have loved the simple joys of a pair of sweats, cosy jumper and a furry hoody when it's been a rough day but you can't bear the guilt of getting in your pjs that early. With all brands which at some point seem indistinguishable (Holister, Jack Wills, Gilly Hicks) and as I get to that age where I don't want to be seen sporting something that my bfs youngest brothers friends wear, there is comfort in the Aubin & Wills range.


Evolving from Jack Wills and aimed at those who are perhaps between 26-late 30s or as long as old as you like depending on how you style it, this range offers everything from day to night and the day after!

Born out of a passion for Britain's rich culture and heritage, Aubin & Wills is obsessed with historic fabrics, traditional manufacturing and vintage style. All brought together with sharp silhouettes, a very modern palette and the finest detailing. Their approach is steeped in tradition yet playfully modern. Their collections bring together timeless staples and witty classics with a relaxed edge and an effortless refinement. Aubin & Wills is uncompromisingly luxurious, totally wearable and genuinely British.

Shop Aubin & Wills here: www.aubinandwills.com


Of course, I still will always have a soft spot for Abercombie & Fitch, Jack Wills, Holister and Gilly Hicks - I will just make sure I don'y wear them when there is chance of bumping into by bfs younger brother!

AllSaints: Statement Jewellery

Firstly I need to appologise for it being so long since my last blog! This is partly due to getting a new flat, being very busy at work and being just generally out and about. But last Saturday as I sat around a table with four girlfriends getting ready to paint the town red there was a debate and divide that I had to share with you all. This was AllSaints jewellery and more specifically how gorgeous it is vs. price.

Now the back story is that like a lot of people, none of us really have a lot of money to burn but my best friend and I before the evening's antics went to Westfield shopping to find outfits during the day (as you do). She found a gorgeous blue Topshop dress for only £40 but we were both in agreement that she needed a statement piece of jewellery to wear with it. After trying the cheaper alternatives (trust us we did look) we were both in agreement there was only once place we could go to find an array of beautiful statement pieces.

To give you an idea of the beauty and wonder we encountered check out some of the range currently on their website below:

Alivia

Asante

Berber

Chareau

Cinta

Veneza

These lovely collection pieces range from £40 - £130 and can be found here:
UK: http://www.allsaints.com/women/jewellery/
US: http://www.us.allsaints.com/women/jewellery/

The piece my friend purchased was the Chareau Pendant Necklace at £75. http://bit.ly/slolpP

She and I think this was a beautiful piece that could be worn again and again to liven up the simplest outfit and therefore a wise investment. However despite the chorus of "I love your necklace" when she arrived this quickly turned into"you spent how much?!"

What are your thoughts? Gorgeous collection and well worth it or too pricey for these pieces?

I am firmly on the well worth it side and currently eyeing up the Chareau Bracelet in Jet Rust £50 http://bit.ly/u7r8XR

Mulberry Autumn Winter 2011 - The Show

I suffered a bitter disappointment on Sunday when I was out shopping and saw a locked wooden door on the high street covered by a huge embossed poster of the Mulberry A/W campaign. My heart leapt into my throat and my boyfriend tried to hold me back as I looked to see if there was a store opening soon.
  
Alas it was only the collection point for House of Fraser and whilst my credit card breathed a sigh of relief and my boyfriend tried to pop his shoulder back into its socket I was obviously bitterly disappointed.
   
Celebrating its 40th birthday this year Mulberry still resides in beautiful Somerset and with Creative Director Emma Hill taking this iconic brand from strength to strength Mulberry has its British crown firmly in place.
  
Mulberry’s autumn/winter 2011 show at Claridge’s hotel in London was inspired by the hunting, shooting and fishing tradition, Roald Dahl's Fantastic Mr Fox , and the moody, ethereal tones of a Turner landscape. I am sure you will agree the pictures from the catwalk are gorgeous!