Tuesday, 21 August 2012



The lovely Voucher Codes people asked me to show how I would take summer outfits into autumn/winter, just by using a few key pieces. I immediately thought of loads of ways I could update some of my favourite summer outfits..


• URBAN OUTFITTERS HAT • NEW LOOK TOP • TOPSHOP JEANS • SECOND HAND FLIP FLOPS • CHARITY SHOP CARDIE • NEXT BOOTS

Here I updated a casual daytime outfit by taking the sun hat away, adding a simple cardigan and some statement boots. I've seen a lot of animal print boots around recently, but I've been after these since I fell in love with them at the Next a/w press day.



• UNIQLO SHIRT • LEE COOPER SHORTS • NEW LOOK JEANS • ASOS COLLAR PIN •

Coloured denim is one of my new favourite things, and this cotton shirt is so light it can be worn from the summer into the autumn. These high waisted skinny jeans and collar pins give the outfit a whole new edge. Collar accessories are everywhere at the moment, and I love this beautiful pearly pin.


• H&M DRESS • SACRED STITCHES TOTE • PRIMARK BELT, BROGUES, TIGHTS AND COAT • TOPSHOP SATCHEL

This versatile floral dress gets a lot of wear from me! It's simple enough to wear casually, but pretty enough to be dressed up. As I live in England, a waterproof bag in the autumn/winter months is essential. This satchel is roomy enough to fit everything I need in it, and smartens up an outfit.


• MOTEL ROCKS PLAYSUIT • OFFICE PLATFORMS • TOPSHOP TIGHTS

This is a simple and pretty going-out outfit. Playsuits are great for chucking on and romping around in. Matching your tights to your heels is a great way to make your legs look really long, and keeps your legs nice and toasty at the same time! These tights are lovely and thick, and I'm sure I'll wear them a lot as it gets colder!


Have you started thinking about your autumn/winter wardrobe? How do you update your outfits?

25 comments:

Elli said...

It's unreal how much I love those leopard print boots, I have to have them! I also love the idea of tights and heels matching! Ellie xxx
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Bee. said...

I love you.

AliceLily said...

This is a really great post, i definitely need to think about how to transition outfits :) its good to see how bloggers wear layers because sometimes i find that what is shown in the photos just wouldnt be wearable outside because of the weather! x

Georgia said...

I adore your flatforms!

Georgia :) x

Katy said...

I love how you have managed to change these outfits from Summer to Autumn, I love the idea of matching tights and shoes x
Sirens and Bells

Nina said...

I love every single pair of shoes you're wearing in this post especially the Next boots and Office platforms. I'm quite excited about transitioning into A/W the 'summer' weather in Wales is leaving a lot to be desired.
xxx

Kaz said...

Love this post... all your outfits are gorgeous :). I'm a big fan of bringing my summer clothes into the winter to save buying loads of new stuff!
Kaz x

hananoire said...

Lovely outfits dear, love the collar pins! What a great detail ^^ xx

Catherine said...

I love this post! I have lots of summer dresses that I'd like to continue wearing when it gets colder, and think I need to get my paws on some coloured tights :)

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Georgie Lowen said...

It is so amazing how you can just take away one thing and add another and you are left with the perfect Autumn look! Love this post.

Georgie
xoxo

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Simona said...

Every piece of your outfits is so unique and great!:)
xx Simona
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Daisy said...

I rarely buy anything leopard print but absolutely LOVE those desert boots.

Charlotte said...

Can't even put in to words how much I love this post, I always struggle with this awkward transition between seasons - especially when Scotland is under a constant rain cloud!

Charlotte xo
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CAT | What Cat Says said...

It's amazing how you can turn summer clothes into winter clothes with just some tights :)

CAT xo
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Shireen said...

I love the details in these outfits.. The little collar pin, the leopard print boots, the matching tights/shoe colour combo. They really make the outfits. Your new tattoo looks great! Hope you are settling in back home with your mama now. xx

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Sam Hutchinson said...

Loving all the rich autumny shades, I much prefer A/W fashion to S/S! Love all of these gorgeous outfits - couldn't have picked better myself :-)

Hannah | MARIBLEU said...

Gorgeous looks. In love with your crochet top!

xx


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Alexandra said...

I love this post! I think everything is really spot on. I usually just keep most of my summer clothes and try to layer them as much as possible come winter or just add a lot of cozy cardies, which is why i think the first outfit is just perfect ;)

elspeth angharad said...

I love the flatforms and tights! I loveee autumn! xxx

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Lisa Jay said...

such a nice idea matching shoes and tights hehe x x x

Offbeat Girl said...

I love all your outfits! Especially the dress with tights, this is how I end up in winter as I cannot let my sun-dresses go in the colder weather. I have to get my hands on coloured tights though to mix it up a bit. Plus I adore that satchel.
Oh, and your new tattoo is so cute, love the placement too. xx

Fliss @ The Offbeat Girl
The Offbeat Girl

le monde de skadiida said...

you have such a cute style! ;D

xx

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Claire Tyler said...

very cute :) great to see how so many different items can go from season to season xx

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Katrina Sophia said...

Lovee that animal print desert shoes!!

Oo I've got that Office platforms but in cobalt blue, the ankle straps are a little too small. Same for you? I really hope they will stretch a little in a time being, making it more comfortable!

xx
The Young Bridget Jones

Rose Sizer said...

This is such a clever post, shame most of my clothes are pastel to will most likely look ridiculous in A/W :(

Rose @ teacupsandtrex.blogspot.co.uk