Last Day's of Summer: Coral Tones

Hello!

Summer is swiftly leaving us behind (where did it go this year?) as Autumn approaches. I'm actually not sad about that. Autumn is my time.

Autumn/Winter is undoubtedly my favourite season in the fashion calendar. I have friends who are all about the bronzed legs, cut-off shorts and strappy tops of the summer but seriously, give me fluffy knits, rich velvet and chunky boots over that every time.

That said, I am partial to a bit if sunshine, even though my complexion might suggest otherwise.

A few weekends ago, the sun seemingly came out of no where so me and the boy made the most of the nice weather by going out for a Sunday lunch at a pub down the road.

Whenever the weather's not grim (and it usually is in Manchester) and I have a bit of spare time, I always try and get an outfit post shot outside.

Black felt fedora hat- Primark

Sheer floral kimono- DivaDames*

Wu-tang Clan halter crop top- Forever 21

Riding Pants- American Apparel

Religion coral spike clutch bag- Psyche*

Cleated sole patent heels- ASOS

Kimonos have been my saviour for the past few months; they're so easy to just throw on over a summery top to keep the chill out when the sun goes behind the clouds. This one's from a new site I discovered called DivaDames who do lots of trend-led clothing at really good prices.

I found myself wearing lots of coral in this outfit. From the coral tones in the print of my kimono to the gorgeous colour of this Religion box clutch from Psyche. It's the perfect size for a night out for a bit of makeup, some money and your phone. Psyche stock lots of accessories including Michael Kors bags and watches, Olia jewellery and Ted Baker purses. I was pleased to see Religion in the lineup which has been one of my favourite brand's since I was about 13.

This clutch isn't really a colour I would usually choose but I'm glad I did as it adds a nice pop of colour to my typically all-black outfits. It also perfectly matches my new Loreal Colour Riche Intense lipstick that I picked up on a three-for-two offer a few weeks ago. It says that it's for blondes but who I am to be told what does and doesn't suit me!

Are you enjoying these infrequent bursts of nice weather?

Kimono-no no no, when it's really yes yes yes yes yes

Hello!

I've been listening to too much Destiny's Child recently. No wait, I take that back; there's no such thing.

This is a quick outfit I snapped the other night.

I really need to invest in house with a private garden. I do loves me some alfresco blog photos but there's always someone around making it awkward.

Beanie: Ragged Priest

Cubic Zirconia silver necklace: Swag UK

Cross necklace: charity shop/DIY

Grey crop tee: Primark

Kimono: Nereus London

Black skinny jeans: Primark

Snake print wedges: Office

Yeah so I actually LOVE this kimono! I've been looking for the perfect one for ages and was so excited to come across Nereus London who do loads of gorgeous oversized ones in really cool and unique prints- among other bits and pieces!

I discovered them on a new site called Runway Republic which is basically a boutique marketplace of women's fashion online. I'm always looking for new brands that do handmade and quirky one-off pieces so I was really chuffed to come across it; definitely recommend checking it out.

Pulled out my trusty Ragged Priest beanie for these snaps. It's been a bit too warm for them recently but the temperature's starting to drop now (this excites me- I'm so an Autumn/Winter girl).

I'm also pretty stoked that these jeans now fit like a dream. When I bought them they were pretty muffin top-inducing but I've been on a diet for around a month in the run up to my holiday (standard) and it's actually gone better than expected.

Standard blogger mirror image- couldn't resist, the print in the kimono looks so cool!


Have you come across any new clothing sites recently? Love to hear these in the comments.

Love,

Foxy x