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Let The Sun Shine

**Second Female** Kayser Suede Biker Jacket in Cognac* | **Samsøe & Samsøe** Kinna Top in Navy | **Samsøe & Samsøe** Judah Skirt in Navy | **PB 0110** AB21 Shoulder Bag in Navy | **Triwa** Clyde Sunglasses in Havana | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers c/o MonShowroom*

It’s almost time to get those legs out, the sun has been trying its best to show its face, which means it’s time for me to start using a little St Tropez Gradual Tan! The clocks changed today so officially it’s British Summer Time and soon we’ll be staying out later in London and enjoying a drink or two with friends in the evenings (bring it on). We’re an unsociable lot in the darker months and then everything transforms here as soon as we have the light and warmer temperatures.

I’ve gone for an in-between look (a warm suede jacket and navy co-ord) to wean myself out of my jeans. I find a leather or suede biker jacket is perfect at this time of the year, it’s a great piece for layering. I will quite often layer a coat and biker jacket so I can discard the knits and wear a silk shirt or t-shirt instead.

Daytime Pyjamas?

**Triwa** Clyde Sunglasses in Havana | **Topshop** MA1 Bomber in Navy Blue | **Samsøe & Samsøe** Sanella Sweater in Cream | **The White T-Shirt Co.** Long Sleeve Round Neck T-Shirt in White* | **Samsøe & Samsøe** Tuersen Wide-Leg Trousers in Red & White Stripe | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers via MonShowroom* | **PB 0110** AB21 Shoulder Bag in Navy | **Littionary** Tiny Dot Stud Earringsin Gold | **CF Concept** Tusk Necklace in Gold

The closest I’ve come so far to the pyjama trend are these amazing wide-led trousers from Samsøe & Samsøe; they’re soft, loose and super comfy. Lots of friends have asked me my thoughts on the pyjama look, most have said that they don’t really get it, I’m still on the fence. I love a classic navy silk pyjama shirt with white piping (perfect over jeans) and I love a co-ord (a two-piece in the same fabric and print) so that would suggest that I’d have fully embraced the daytime pyjama look by now. I probably would wear it but only in a particular scenario and in my own way.

Chalet Style

**ME+EM** Cashmere Pick and Mix Beanie in Navy* | **Ille De Coco** Merino Wool Roll-Neck Tunic in Navy* | **NYDJ** Skinny Jeans in Black* | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers via **MonShowroom*** | **Gemporia** Arezzo D’oro Diamond Gold Ring* | **Clarice Price Thomas** Penumbra Ring in Gold*

Val-d’Isère was the perfect place to test out Ille De Coco‘s wonderful warm knits. Their roll-neck tunic (made with soft merino wool) kept every bit of me warm and cosy. There was no need for a scarf as the roll-neck comes up high and is quite a snug fit around the neck. I love this tunic, it was just so perfect for the weather in the resort and made so well. I’ll definitely be taking lots of their chunky knits with me next time I go skiing. I’m usually drawn to clothing that isn’t appropriate for a ski resorts (note the Stan Smiths I’m wearing in these photos) but on this occasion I found something appropriate that I really wanted to wear.

I also wore my favourite woolly hat which sadly has now sold out. If you’ve got your eye on one, given they were so popular, I’m sure they’ll be back in stock next autumn.

In The Alps

**G-LAB** Bellevue Jacket in Olive | **ME+EM** Stripe Layering Tee* | **NYDJ** Skinny Jeans in Black* | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers c/o **MonShowroom*** | **CF Concept** Tusk Necklace in Gold

I love being in the mountains, I grew up skiing from a young age (I was first put on skis at three) and have always found the fresh air, sun (when it’s out), and all-day exercise makes me feel so good. Being in such beautiful surroundings also helps. I’ve been going to Val-d’Isère in France regularly since I was 14, it’s such a great area to ski as it’s joined to Tignes forming the Espace Killy. We were so lucky to be staying in a ski-in ski-out chalet this time, oh the luxury of not carrying skis around.

I found just the right jacket for our holiday for après-ski, G-LAB make functional outerwear so their jackets and coats are technically perfect. They also look and feel really good. The Bellevue has an inner jacket and collar that you can remove in warmer weather but with temperatures below freezing there was no chance of me taking it out. In these photos I’m just wearing a long-sleeve t-shirt under the jacket and was fine.

Oi, Oi, Sailor!

**Samsøe & Samsøe** Kahlia Coat* | **Samsøe & Samsøe** Eta Sweater* | **The White T-Shirt Co.** Long Sleeve Round Neck T-Shirt* | **Isabel Marant Étoile** Davan Boyfriend Jeans | **Saint James** Mariner Cap | **Jimmy Choo** Rebel in Leopard Print | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers c/o **MonShowroom*** | **Jenny Sweetnam** Drop Ring/Necklace*

Isabel Marant manage to inspire at least one new trend every season, for AW15 it’s definitely been about the mariner cap, their Evie cap from the Étoile diffusion line has nearly sold out everywhere. Not willing to pay the price to have one sent over from the States I opted to buy mine from the classic Breton brand Saint James, quite possibly the inspiration for Marant’s version.

I’ve styled my mariner cap with a new pair of Isabel Marant Étoile boyfriend jeans which have a contrasting dark denim strip down the side, a denim take on a tuxedo trouser. I’m also wearing a classic navy blue coat from Danish brand Samsøe & Samsøe, who also made my pale grey jumper. And the plain white tee is by a brand that specialise in organic cotton t-shirts, The White T-Shirt Co. (more on them later).

Let’s Play

**Comme Des Garçons Play** Long-Sleeve Stripe T-Shirt | **COS** Black Mohair & Wool Cardigan | **Cheap Monday** Thrift Destroyed Boyfriend Jeans (brand since closed) | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers c/o MonShowroom* | **CF Concept** Tusk Necklace in Gold | Grey Fedora (found on Portobello Road) | Vintage Black Leather Belt (found on eBay)

The Comme Des Garçons Play collection is brilliant; stripe t-shirts and shirts, plain white tees, cute cardigans and jumpers, and (their collaboration with Converse) Chuck Taylor plimsolls, all embellished with the iconic Play heart. I bought my stripe t-shirt in Paris from the Comme Des Garçons Play shop in Le Marais, whilst there for Paris Fashion Week last October. It was on my wish list for ages and I’m so glad I have one of my own at last. Be warned, they come up small in size, so go one up from your usual size; I was lucky that the girls in the store warned me. I’ve kept the styling simple and casual for this look but it would look equally cool with a suit.

I’ve also broken out some new white kicks! My old Stan Smiths were starting to look a bit grubby. Ahhh, I love a fresh pair of trainers.

Grey & Navy Essentials

**Samsøe & Samsøe** Kahlia Coat in Light Grey Melange | **Alexander Wang** Grey Asymmetric Draped Sweater | **Lemaire** **x UNIQLO** Rayon Wide Leg Trousers in Navy | **Adidas Originals** Stan Smith Trainers | **PB 0110** Half-Moon Bag in Navy | **CF Concept** Tusk Necklace in Gold | **Ace & Tate** Sebastian Sunglasses in Bio Black*

As I’ve mentioned more than once, I’ve really gotten into navy and grey this season. It’s such an easy combination and always looks great.

I really wanted to find a good grey coat this winter, something versatile that would work with 90% of my wardrobe. Grey is an easy neutral colour to wear and works with every other colour, which makes it a perfect wardrobe essential. This one is from the Danish brand, Samsøe & Samsøe. It’s made from a wool blend and great for layering in winter or over a t-shirt come spring.