A/W 14' Fashion Wishlist

A couple of days ago I showed you all the key items my heart is lusting after but my bank account is avoiding. That was just the tip of the A/W wishlist iceberg and I'd now like to present to you the fashion A/W wishlist. My wardrobe is pretty dire and I'm now on a mission to get all my basic pieces down before winter actually comes knocking. So without further adieu, here are the items topping my autumn wardrobe wishlist.  

1. Zara Mixed Knit Snood Scarf - When the weather starts to get colder, there's a little switch inside of me that clicks on and all of a sudden I become a scary, obsessive, scarf lady. I'm a sucker for a good quality, chunky knit scarf and because the majority of my wardrobe is black & white, this multi coloured knit jumped straight onto my 'to buy' Pinterest board. 

2. H&M Wide Coat - I'm always looking for new coats for winter and there's something about the boxy cut of this that really caught my eye. I'm not one for colour or pattern but I do love a good clean cut, whether it's boxy or asymmetrical, I'm always drawn to unusual shapes. This coat looks like a nice length, cut and looks toasty and warm, perfect.  

3. Topshop Ripped Jamie Jeans - I've debated ripping the knees on my Molly River Island jeans as they are the only black pair I have, however I lack confidence in my fashion DIY skills. I do love the Topshop Jamie Jeans and it would be great to get my hands on some pre-ripped, at least then I can have two pairs of black jeans. 

4. H&M Fine-Knit Jumper - I do love a good jumper and I love that this is baggy but doesn't make you look like your trying to hide something (shopping, a pillow, a baby bump...). Sometimes I buy oversized jumpers and they cling to my hips and end up making me look even more chunky then I already am. This one (I tried it on in the store) hangs really nicely, giving you the oversized effect but without making you look bigger than you are.

5. Fiorelli Roxy Bag Grey - The sensible person in me tells me to get the black version of this bag but the grey keeps catching my eye every time I visit ASOS. I do technically need a plain black bag that I can use in the day and that will go with any outfit, but the grey is just so darn pretty! 

6. Olivia Burton Modern Vintage Watch in Rose Gold & Grey - I first caught wind of Olivia Burton watches thanks to a post I read on A Little Boat Sailing, she wrote about the beautiful new watch she'd bought and it was so unique I had to check out the site she got it from. After much browsing I came across this beauty and fell in love. I rarely wear watches as I don't own any really nice ones that work for both day and night wear, but this looks like it could change my watch wearing habits. 

Have you managed to get your A/W wardrobe ready to go? Or are you still fumbling around trying to decide what you should be sporting this season? Let me know what new A/W purchases you have made and if you have got your eye on any new pieces. 

The Summer Kimono

Summer is always a tricky time for me, fashion wise. I like to cover my arms (an area I'm not too confident about) and in the summer this can be a little difficult when the sun is blaring away. Every year I say I'll have to invest in some light jackets and cardigans and I never get round to actually doing it. 

Recently, whilst browsing around my local H&M sale, I found this mottled grey kimono. It's knitted but very light and flowy so it is perfect as a summer cover up. I've been wearing it to death since I bought it and because of its light grey colour, it goes with most pieces in my wardrobe. I will admit that I may have bought it in a size too big, I am usually a medium, but I could only find this one and it's in a large. It's not too bad as it just hangs a little baggier, which also means it can be easily wrapped around for added chill protection. 

Kimonos are a great summer accessory, but they come in so many different arm lengths, hem lengths and materials it can be hard to find one that suits you. For me, a long arm is what I look for and I prefer sturdier materials like a light knit or cotton rather than the sheer or silk kimonos. 

Let me know in the comments below if you are loving the kimono for summer and whether you have added one to your wardrobe already, or if you have your eye on one. 

OOTD: Dress to Shop

Jumper// H&M

Denim Shirt// Topman

Leggings// Zara

Boots// Topshop

Rings// Topshop, Topshop, Shop Dixi, Shop Dixi, Craft Shop, Unknown Jewellery Shop, Topshop

Necklace// Shop Dixi 

Before I go back to Cardiff I like to have a cheeky trip to one of my favourite places to shop on this earth, the Trafford Centre! When shopping, comfort is key, you can not get efficient shopping completed if your feet hurt or your too hot/cold. I chose the comfiest pair of Topshop boots (I would have liked to have worn my Dr Martens but I haven't quite broken them in yet). I paired it with a comfy pair of Zara leggings which keep you fully 'sucked in' with their thick waist band and thick, stretchy material. I then paired my cream, chunky knit H&M jumper and oversized denim shirt from Topman to keep me warm but not too warm. I hate wearing a coat when I go shopping because it is such a hassle, you have to keep taking it off and putting it back on when trying stuff on and your always too warm. 

To accessorise, I added my usual silver jewellery, collected from an array of different stores. I then grabbed my rather tatty (hence no picture) River Island bag and headed off to the magical world of Trafford. It wasn't too successful I have to say, but I did have a very good shopping trip the other day so I guess I can't have two good shopping trips too close together. I managed to pick up a new Dune handbag from John Lewis which you can see on my Instagram, but Boots didn't have the Bleach London Dip Dye kit I wanted, which is a pain because it's so hard to get hold of in store!

Do you make sure you dress for comfort when your on serious shopping mission? What did you think of my very first OOTD post? Do you think I should do more?