Sequins, Sparkles and Skate Shoes

Who says a sequin-covered suit ain't versatile? Having done the double on Christmas Day, I decided to dress the skirt down (slightly) for the weekend with the gorgeous jewel-embellished waffle knit jumper I had also been lucky enough to unwrap on Christmas morning... Providing the perfect canvas for showcasing the metallic skater flats which had been languishing within my shoe collection for the past few months whilst I puzzled over what on earth to pair them with!

Skirt: Boohoo, Jumper: New Look, Shoes: Primark

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Christmas Co-Ords: Sequin on Sequin

Combining 4 of my most favourite things: sequins, crop tops, midi skirts and co-ords, this double sequin set had to be this year's Crimbo OOTD... Merry Christmas!

Sequin Crop Top and Midi Skirt Co-Ord Set: Boohoo, Shoes: Matalan, Ear Cuff: Topshop

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The Skater Sweater Dress

Whilst hem and boot lengths have risen and fallen, woolly berets have been ditched for fedoras and my coat collection has exponentially expanded, the sweater dress has been my stalwart winter staple, with my first classic black turtleneck version seeing me through six consecutive seasons. Throw on, dress up, dress down - hassle-free style at its finest! And then there are the statement styles... like this extreme fit 'n' flare alpine knit number - how Primark have managed to cut this so ingeniously I have no idea - there really is no hidden tutu/scaffolding/wind machine lurking out of shot!

Dress, Coat and Boots: All Primark, Tights: Accessorize

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How to Wear Over-the-Knee Boots

Over-the-knee boots have been one of my AW footwear staples for half a decade now, invariably accompanied by leggings/leather skinnies/skinny jeans and an oversized shirt or jumper, so, this year, I decided it was time to switch up the tried-and-tested formula... I'd always been wary of the "Pretty Woman" connotations of a thigh-high + mini combo, but, inspired by this season's winter folk trend, I decided to give it a go (fur coat and all)...

Dress, Fedora, Blanket Wrap and Faux Fur Coat: All Primark (Current), Boots: Love Label at Very (Past Season)

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#Nextmas Wishlist

If we're all honest with ourselves, isn't one of the best bits of Christmas still drawing up our own wishlist for Santa mum our imaginary millionairess fairygodmother? So, imagine my excitement at being given a socially acceptable excuse to do just that by Next (not to mention a chance to win one of my objets du désir)...


Clockwise from Top Left:
Aurora Stick Lamp, £25
If ever I'm in the mood to simply bask in the glow of a stunning lighting solution, I head to Next. Case in point: this bejewelled beauty.
Tassel Point Loafers, £35
'Tis the season of the pointy loafer...
Lace-Up Point Shoes, £32
And high time to update the ol' metallic brogues with a sharp new look.
Pink Perfume Box Clutch, £28
...I have been in a state of catatonic wonder since setting eyes on this clutch...
Arabella Stick Lamp, £26
Hitchcock heroine homeware.
Printed Pointed Courts, £34
Winter florals: still reigning supreme in my heart.
Sparkle Harem Trousers, £26
This year's best new festive partywear solution - the spangly jogging pant!
Black Feather Sandals, £30
Coming out of the boudoir and onto the dancefloor...my runner-up for funnest new thing to wear to a party.
Silver Ace Playing Card Box Clutch Bag, £26
Yes, it's another dreamy clutch... cuteness. overload.