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Denim Skirts & Linen Shirts

**The White Company** Linen Pocket Shirt in Pale Blue* | **& Other Stories** Denim Mini Skirt in Off-White | **G.H. Bass & Co.** Weejuns Penny Loafers in Black* | **A.P.C.** Demi-Lune Shoulder Bag in Black | **Komono** Renee Sunglasses* | **Cate & Nelson** No. 165 Watch* | **Merci Maman** Personalised Flat Bangle in Gold* | **Wacoal** Classic Reinvention Bra in Black*

I’m one of those people that will buy the same thing in every colour; usually in black, white and/or blue. You’ve witnessed my growing collection of linen shirts. But my other new obsession is denim skirts, I guess it’s just an extension of my love of denim, in general. And, with the weather being a little unsuitable for jeans most days I seem to have transferred my love to their summery alternative. There’s the black one I bought from Topshop a little while ago, this off-white one from & Other Stories and a regular blue wash one that I also bought recently in Topshop. I don’t think I’ll be buying any more for a while and I hope I don’t bore you with too many denim skirt looks. This off-white one feels particularly summery so it’s definitely coming on holiday with me to Istria in a few weeks.

Out & About In Connaught Village

**ME+EM** Silk Box Blouse in Blush/Soft White | **Topshop** MOTO High-Waist Short Skirt in Washed Black Denim | **Zara** Ankle Boots | **Ace & Tate** x **It’s Nice That** Sunglasses* | **Missoma** Engravable Initial Necklace in Gold* | **CF Concept** Tusk Necklace in Gold | Straw Bag (Bought In France)

Every tourist has heard of Notting Hill, maybe in-part due to the film but has anyone heard of Connaught Village? I’m guessing, not. It’s a pretty little area of Westminster, just west of Marylebone. There’s a small high street with a mix of shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants. ME+EM have a beautiful store there. If you fancy something substantial Korobuta have a restaurant just off Connaught Street on Kendal Street. And, if you’re looking for something nice for your home there’s handmade porcelain at Mud Australia.

At one end of Connaught Street is Connaught Square with its huge Georgian houses, one of which is the home of former-Prime Minister, Tony Blair. And off Connaught Street you’ll find lots of gorgeous mews, like the one where we shot this outfit.

AYR Wardrobe Essentials

This post was created in collaboration with AYR

I’ve written about AYR once before a little while back, they’re an independent American label with a love of timeless essentials that could easily rival my own. Think perfect pairs of jeans that fit well and feel amazing on, spaghetti strap silk camisoles that go with everything, chambray shirts for casual days and camel coats made from soft Italian camel hair. The fabrics and fits are some of the best I’ve come across which makes their designs not only incredible wardrobe essentials but excellent value for money.

The Skinny black jeans I’m wearing are a deep dark velvety black, exactly how I like them as I always feel immediately slimmer when they’re this dark. They’re super soft and, with 30% stretch recovery, they keep their shape. Even with the shape of denim changing all the time I still always return to a skinny cut.

Feeling Pumped

**Bon Label** Tie Sweater in Marl Grey* | **Closed** Pedal Position Blue Denim Jeans* | **Jimmy Choo** Rebel Shoulder Bag | **Ace & Tate** Sebastian Sunglasses in Bio Black* | **Whistles** Cornel Suede Pointed Pumps in Black | **Missoma** Gold Engravable Initial Necklace* | **Sophie Wallgren** Marta Bracelet in Gold* | **Renné** Halo Bangle in Silver*

Sweatshirts have always been considered a casual wardrobe item but recently I’ve seen them elevated to a new level. Both this season and last, Joseph featured beautiful separates in soft jersey which we can’t seem to get enough of. Comfortable but chic these pieces have changed the way we think of the humble sweatshirt.

‘the brand exists to provide women with luxury everyday pieces which are effortless, interesting and chic‘
Designer, Linda Smyth

Recently, I discovered a lovely Australian brand called Bon Label. I’ve since collaborated with them to show you how I would style a couple of pieces from their new collection, their tie sweater and sweater dress (as seen in this post). I love the way they’ve looked at the basic design and creating something much more unique. A simple tie in the same grey jersey fabric and a curved, unfinished hem make it a much more feminine piece.