A/W 2013 Trend: Dark Florals

Floral prints are a staple part of anyone's wardrobe and this A/W they're sticking around, this time with a grown-up, dark romantic twist. What I love about this trend is that I can wear florals without fearing I look too girly or prim and proper (I'll always be a tomboy at heart). Luxurious, deeper shades offset by blacks takes florals from pretty to glamorous, and fabrics such as velvet, silk and leather inject a dose of drama, perfect for the party season. I've found some gorgeous pieces that will take you from the office to the club and back again, this is a trend not to miss. I'll definitely be investing in the gorgeous matching pencil skirt and bomber jacket from boohoo, will you guys be embracing this trend?

Top: Both Topshop (Credit)
Bottom: Boohoo, Missguided (Credit)

A/W 2013 Trend: Cut Out Ankle Boots

So since Jeffrey Campbell released his amazing 'Coltrane' cut out ankle boot, I've been completely in love with the style. Unfortunately, I'm nowhere near rich enough to justify buying the actual 'Coltrane' boots, however much I'd like to. Topshop and a few other places released similar styles in the last few months which have all been sell outs (especially for a size 6, it seems everybody is a size 6?!!). Luckily for us though, this style has spread for A/W 2013 and cut-out boots are featuring everywhere, at some pretty good prices too! Biker buckles and grungy chunkiness, perfect to wear with the tartan trend and totally versatile, what's not to like?! I've got my eye on the River Island pair. Will you be getting in on this trend?

 

Top: Jeffrey Campell, River Island

Bottom: Boohoo, Topshop

Credit: Solestruck, River Island, Boohoo, Topshop

Sports Luxe

A trend that's sticking around season to season seems to be sports luxe, perfect as I never feel guilty for purchasing so much of it! With all the A/W lines hitting the shops and online I've been trawling my favs for investment buys and next seasons wardrobe (plus it's my birthday soon so I've been making an extensive wishlist, ha!). Boohoo is my one-stop online shop to find key pieces at prices that won't break the bank, so you can imagine my glee when I went on to find their homepage plastered with A/W line "Future Sports"! Athletic inspired attire that looks clean, cool and elegant, I can guarantee you'll want as much as me!

Credit: Boohoo