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: Pastels

So it seems Autumn is finally with us after this cold few days, and as much of a moaner I become, I actually quite like A/W time coz I get to wear big jumpers, coats and jackets (which I am an extreme hoarder of). The A/W runways were awash with pastels in cooler shades and I could barely contain my excitement, especially when I saw gorgeous lilac coats; for once my staple winter coat would not be black, white or parka green (as I like to call it). Not unusually, I spent many hours in the past week trawling my favourite high street websites to find the perfect pastel coat and surprisingly it was slim pickings?! I'm guessing not all retailers have released their A/W lines? Anyway I did find two great ones, from River Island and Topshop respectively. I especially like the RI one (as usual), the colour is bang on trend, whilst the double breasted style makes it perfect for any occasion, and you never need to convince me on a bit of faux fur! Will anyone else be getting in on this trend?

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