Spring OOTD at The Brandenburg Gate

Berlin has transitioned from Winter to Spring Summer in the course of about three days. After telling my family to pack big coats for their weekend here, I quickly had to correct them that it was in fact light jackets and sunglasses they needed. My outfit for this day is full of bright pastel tones and I was so happy to finally wear the New Look jacket I've been hauling around Germany for the past six months. The Brandenburg Gate was a fairly difficult backdrop to use due to the dozens of tourists but I managed to get a few good outfit photos while the weather is so glorious. My sister even decided to make a cameo in the last one!  

Valentine's Day Fashion Picks

It's almost February which means it's time to start talking about Valentine's Day, whether you're planning a romantic date, a fun day out or are chilling with the girls. Whatever you end up doing, I always find it fun to dress up and have an excuse to wear a bold red lip. Today's post is a collection of items I've found on the UK High Street that would be perfect to channel your inner Audrey or Marilyn this Valentine's Day. Just don't forget Ruby Woo or Russian Red! 

The A/W Edit

The month of September marks many things: the end of summer, going back to school and colder weather. But looking on the bright side, it also means it's time to get those coats out of storage and start talking Autumn Winter fashion! Last year I wrote a post called 'A/W Essentials' - side-note my blog is now one year old! - and I thought it was time to publish a revised post showing a collection of my favourite pieces and trends for A/W 2015. Unfortunately I won't be buying these particular items as I'm moving abroad to Germany next month with limited luggage (I already own quite a few clothes) but I'll be certainly be doing some shopping while I'm out there - watch this space!

1. The Furry Coat

The stylish way to walk from A to B. This beautiful Miss Selfridge pale blue pea coat is the perfect foundation for any A/W wardrobe. It will go with everything!

2. The Statement Coat

Though a more difficult print to work with, Topshop's cord floral coat will certainly turn heads and look amazing with the classic autumnal colours such as burgundy, grey and maroon. 

3. The Shift Dress

I spotted this little beauty of a dress in Miss Selfridge yesterday and fell in love, especially when I found out it's only £39. Snap it up before it's sold out. 

4. The Floral Skirt 

Party season is coming up and how cute would this gold floral jacquard skirt by River Island look with a black lace cami top. Someone send me this to Germany please?

5. The Kooky Tee

River Island never fails to impress me with their pretty T-shirts and this one is no exception. It's not too dissimilar to the one I posted about last year; eyelashes are a recurring theme here which might explain my obsession with Lulu Guiness...

6. The 'Go-with-everything' Blazer

I recently bought one of these waterfall blazers from New Look in a grey floral print; they're flattering, lightweight and affordable. What's not to love?

7. The Pretty Blouse

Finally, a white blouse is a staple piece for any wardrobe and I love the collar on this Zara long-sleeved lace top. Dressed up or down, you really can't go wrong. 

What's on your fashion wish list for Autumn Winter?

xxx

Christmas Jumpers: My High Street Picks

One of my favourite things about Christmas has to be festive jumpers! Whether it's santa print, reindeer print, fairisle or cutesy slogans, I'm a fan. However, when it comes to wearing Christmas jumpers in public, there's a fine line between winter chic and festive disaster. My personal golden rule is to pick a jumper style I would normally wear which also has a subtle Christmas element to it. Don't get me wrong, I love the OTT jumpers too, I just personally wouldn't wear them out of the house - I'm not quite brave enough to wear a 'Mrs Claus' print jumper out and about just yet. These are my 5 top picks from the UK high street. 

1. This snowflake patterned jumper from Asos caught my eye immediately. The snowflake print and fluffy texture make it the perfect addition to your winter wardrobe. 

Asos, £35.00

2. I'll admit my mum actually bought this jumper last week but I'm very jealous she found it first. The fairisle print is beautiful and Oasis quality have always been excellent in my experience.

Oasis, £38.00

3. Although I wish Topshop stocked this design in other colours too, I still think this Christmas tree jumper is a great design. The sequinned Christmas trees are stylish without being over the top and I'd happily wear this around town. 

Topshop, £46.00

4. Again, this New Look jumper design isn't exactly subtle but I couldn't resist including it! The price is fantastic and would look great with red lipstick and skinny jeans. 

New Look, £18.50

5. Finally, this gorgeous grey reindeer jumper from River Island is a winner for me. The casual style means it'll suit a variety of body shapes and the grey tone will look good on anyone!

River Island, £35.00

I hope you enjoyed this post and have a great week. I've been a bit quiet on the blogging front recently due to laptop issues and moving back home for the Christmas break but I'm determined to start blogging more regularly this month. 

Are you a fan of Christmas jumpers? Which one is your favourite?

xxx

Christmas Dresses: My High Street Picks

Christmas party season is just around the corner and nothing motivates me to work more than the thought of a new Christmas outfit. I don't have anything planned so far but it's always good to be prepared, right? There's nothing worse than being invited out at the last minute and having nothing to wear. This year, my favourite seasonal party styles are velvet, sequins and rose gold. I'll admit, these styles aren't exactly radical but they are truly classically 'Christmas' and they come back into fashion year after year for a reason. The 'My High Street Picks' series has now become one of my favourite types of posts to write and readers seem to enjoy them so please comment if you have any thoughts about it.  

1. How beautiful is this dark purple velvet and lace number? As seen on the model it can be dressed down with a hat and chunky boots but it can look equally sophisticated with heels and a clutch. The brand is Oh My Love which can also be purchased on the Topshop website. 

Oh My Love London, £39

2. I fell in love with this dress as soon as I saw it and the price is amazing! New Look are really killing it with their Christmas formal wear this year. 

New Look, £19.99

3. Again from New Look but in the Premium range, this stunning sequinned dress would be perfect for any Christmas party. I'd tone down the accessories though and stick to black heels, smokey eyes and neutral lips to give the dress the attention it deserves!

New Look, £64.99

4. Yes there's more velvet. No I'm not sorry. I spotted this navy velvet dress on Asos and I love the silhouette style - it's very Audrey Hepburn. 

Asos, £68

5. Finally, leaving my favourite until last, this Miss Selfridge dress is probably one of the most beautiful dresses I've ever seen. The design reminds me of The Great Gatsby so if you have a themed Christmas party whether it be Gatsby, the Oscars or Hollywood, this is the dress for you.  

Miss Selfridge, £99

I hope you enjoyed my 5 High Street Picks for Christmas dresses. I'm aware there's quite a range in prices but the idea is that there's something for everyone!

Do you have any Christmas parties coming up? Which dress was your favourite? 

xxx

Uni Bags: My High Street Picks

There was a sad moment last week when my beautiful Topshop tan satchel broke after our one year anniversary and so I'm currently in the market for a new uni bag. Since I'm also on my uni reading week (a.k.a lie ins and procrastination week) I've had some time to have a look online for bag inspiration and these are my top picks from the UK high street. Warning: your existing uni bag may just get jealous...

#1   This River Island beauty is the perfect mix of pretty and practical - the long strap means that you can wear it across the body if you have a heavy store of library books but it's still chic enough to use as a shopping bag at the weekend! It's the most expensive pick of the 5 but it would be a great addition to that Christmas list you've already started..

River Island, £40

#2  My favourite aspect of this structured boxy bag is the burgundy paneling - as you can tell from #3 I absolutely love this colour for Autumn Winter. The size of the bag isn't the best but if you like to carry a separate book bag like myself, this bag could be used for essentials such as stationery, money etc. 

New Look, £24.99

#3   In comparison to #2, this bag is much more practical size-wise and the colour will really add something different to your lecture outfits. Love.

New Look, £29.99

#4  This Topshop 'Whipstitch' satchel is very similar to my old one and I can't praise it enough. Despite the handle breaking, I still feel it was a good quality for the price and was the perfect uni bag for my first year. Now that I'm a second year I'd like something a bit different but as a recommendation, Topshop satchels are truly lovely. 

Topshop, £36

#5   Finally, this blue satchel from Accessorize caught my eye because of its Nautical feel and simple style. I can imagine pairing this a red striped top and long tan boots - very Taylor Swift!

Accessorize, £32

I hope you enjoyed this post, browsing new uni bags has been a lot of fun and I can't wait to actually buy a new bag; hopefully I'll find one this weekend when I take a trip home to see my family and have some spare time!

Which bag is your favourite?

xxx

Taylor Swift Inspired Fashion

With the new release of Taylor Swift's amazing new album 1989 (Anyone love the song 'Welcome to New York'?), I thought it would be fun to take a look of some of the UK's newest high street offerings and pick out some Taylor-inspired outfits! I am always getting style inspiration from Miss Swift; her style is very feminine and put-together which I adore. 

#1  It's a well known fact that Taylor loves to wear red and these jeans are a great way to add a pop of colour to your wardrobe. Combine the jeans with a red lipstick, a leather jacket and some black chelsea boots and you're good to go!

 

New Look, £12.99                                      Oasis, £15

#2  This second look is all about this gorgeous plum coloured skirt! It's a great Autumn Winter tone of purple and the ditsy blouse complements it perfectly.

Sister Jane at Asos, £48                           New Look, £12.99

#3   Taylor loves a co-ord, as do we all, and this gorgeous grey structured set is a great way to try a new style without being too daring. The bag is equally adorable.

                    Missguided, £14.99 each                       

I hope you liked this post, which Taylor inspired look is your favourite?

Also, I've recently created a new Twitter account for my blog, follow me here 

https://twitter.com/modernaudreyh

xxx

OOTN - H is for Houndstooth

Last weekend I was treated to a fancy family meal as a celebration of the official end of my summer and the start of my second year at uni. It was great to dress up for an evening out and I opted for a classic monochrome outfit consisting of my white Topshop blouse and my Houndstooth skirt. I was feeling very 'Rachel Zane' sophisticated and this style of outfit would also be suitable for drinks out or a party. 

Blouse - Topshop

Jacket - Oasis

Skirt - New Look

Flats - Topshop

Necklace - Dorothy Perkins

Are you a fan of monochrome? Also, I'm always looking to discover new fashion blogs so feel free to leave your website in the comments section!

xxx

OOTD - Jewel Tones and Jacquard (Plus Kittens)

Last Tuesday I was invited to a sleepover at a friend's house as a little farewell gathering before we all head back to uni. I thought it would be a great opportunity to show off my new Dorothy Perkins dress which is a fantastic purple berry colour. The dress itself is Bardot style in a Jacquard print which is great for the Autumn season. I also painted my nails in a gorgeous turquoise / jade green colour from Kiko, hence the 'Jewel Tones' title.  

Additionally, this sleepover meant that I could visit my friend's new kittens who are simply adorable. Scroll on for my OOTD and multiple kitten-related 'Aww' moments...

Dress: Dorothy Perkins, currently £14.00 online

Jacket: New Look

Boots: Clarks

Bag: Next

Necklace: Dorothy Perkins, £5.00

Nail Polish: Kiko Milano, 387 Turquoise

How cute are they?? It was very difficult to leave without one of them!  Are you a fan of the Jacquard trend? Let me know in the comments, they make my day!

xxx 

Co-ords: My High Street Picks

As I discover more and more amazing fashion blogs, my sense of style is slowly changing and I'm excited by trends that usually would have scared me a little bit. One example of this is the co-ord. I've never owned one before because I would have had no idea how to style the trend and I'd convinced myself it couldn't possibly suit me. Until now. Inspired by Arabella Golby's LFW post, I'm in the market for my very first co-ord and these are my favourite styles sourced from my favourite online websites.

1. The Animal Print Co-ord

Asos, jacket currently £26.00 but originally £35.00, shorts £25.00

2. The Dark Florals

New Look, £12.99, £14.99

3. The Satin Co-ord

River Island, £30.00, shorts currently £10.00, originally £30.00

4. The Grid Print Piece

Oasis, £35.00 each item

5. The 60s monochrome Co-ord

Topshop, jacket and skirt total £108.00

Which co-ord is your favourite? I can't wait to buy a co-ord set for an OOTD post!

xxx

OOTN - Lady in Lace

As a pre-uni Topshop splurge, I decided to treat myself to these gorgeous black lace shorts. My well loved pair from Miss Selfridge were in need of a replacement and I'd been lusting after these for a while. Even though they were a pricey £34 - not including student discount - I know they'll go with all my evening tops and can be worn all year round. I wore them on a spontaneous night out with friends last week and I can tell they are going to be a staple piece in my wardrobe.

Top - Zara

Shorts - Topshop, £34.00

Clutch - New Look, £12.99

Nails - OPI Pamplona Purple

The gang!

Are you a fan of lace? I can't seem to get enough of this trend at the moment!

xxx