Lots of Stripes.

Is there any pattern easier to wear than stripes? Whether it be vertical or horizontal, I’m a sucker for a bit of stripe action. There’s something really laidback and casual (which is definitely my style) about them, yet they never look lazy or messy. I also think stripes help add a bit of dimension to not only the clothes, but to the wearer as well.

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While I do love me some stripes, do not be fooled: not all stripes are created equal, as the classic navy-white combination will always reign supreme (but that’s a post for another day).

alice

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A/W Inspo.

This past week I’ve been thinking more and more about my autumn/winter, and I’ve been looking around for inspiration on what key pieces I should add. As expected, net-a-porter proved to be a great place for me to source ideas, so now I’ve convinced myself to spend the next few months in miniskirts (with tights of course) and sweaters – here’s hoping I keep it up. Check out my picks below.

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ALICE + OLIVIA

        

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ANYA HINDMARCH

        

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KENNETH JAY LANE

        

OLIVIA VON HALLE

        

See what else is new today here.

alice

xo

Wednesday Wish List.

Aaaaaaand it’s back! It’s been such a long time since I shared anything other than music my weekly net-a-porter faves, so I’m happy to be back posting what I love most. Today’s picks include cosy winter necessities like jumper dresses, cute accessories – I mean, who doesn’t need a pearl encrusted headband with a detachable veil?, and my all-time favourite: the LBD.

ACNE STUDIOS

        

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ROSANTICA

        

BALENCIAGA

        

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OSCAR DE LA RENTA

        

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T BY ALEXANDER WANG

        

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To see what else is new, click here. Happy Wednesday!

alice

xo

Pallas.

So I think I may have stumbled on something great… Actually no, scratch that, I’m SURE I’ve stumbled upon something great; and that is Parisian brand Pallas.

      

What makes Pallas so great? Well for starters there’s the fact that despite me not being the biggest tuxedo fan for women, I have a sudden urge to own all of their beautifully tailored pieces. I want to wear them with skinny jeans, tees and sneakers for a laid back day look (then swap the sneakers for heels at night); I want to wear them with skin-tight bodycon dresses; I want to wear them with just about anything because I KNOW they would pair so well with everything.

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Anyway, crazy-psycho-Alice rambling aside, this is a really cool brand, inspired by Le Smoking (think Yves Saint Laurent), and designed by Daniel Pallas and Veronique Bousquet, who have been featured in Vogue; and they have already inspired me to mix up my look a bit.

      

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Super massive gold star to these guys! And you can check out more here.

alice

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LBD Inspiration.

As always, I’m on the lookout for some new LBDs – I mean after all, a woman can never have too many and apparently I don’t quite own enough – so where better to check out inspiration than net-a-porter which I always bristling with fabulous ideas. Check out my favourites below.

HELMUT LANG

        

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JAMES PERSE

        

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SAINT LAURENT

        

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SAINT LAURENT

        

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ELIZABETH AND JAMES

        

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HELMUT LANG

        

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See what’s new to net-a-porter today, here.

alice

xo

Winter Warmers.

It feels like only yesterday we were suffering from a sweltering summer and sleeping on top of the sheets because it was just too hot, and even wearing a thin tee was too much in the heat. Somehow, winter has snuck up on us again and it’s that time of year when we start looking for last winter’s thick knitted jumpers and cosy scarves. Over the past couple of weeks I’ve added a few winter perfect pieces to my net-a-porter wish list, and with winter well and truly upon us, now seems like the perfect time for me to start looking for cheaper alternatives. Check out some of my favourites below.

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THE ELDER STATESMAN

        

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MADELEINE THOMPSON

        

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ADAM LIPPES

        

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BOTTEGA VENETA

        

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TOMAS MAIER

        

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HELMUT LANG

        

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A.P.C. ATELIER DE PRODUÇTION ET DE CRÉATION

        

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You can also see what’s new this week on net-a-porter, here.

alice

xo

White on White Jersey.

Here are the next couple of new things on net-a-porter that made it onto my wish list. While I don’t wear a whole lot white (in fact I don’t think I actually even own anything white, save for the odd tee), it’s one of those colours that looks so clean, crisp and fresh, that whenever you wear it, or see someone else wearing it, you feel all sorts of ethereal energies. Introducing new brand, 1205, and old favourites; Clu and Oak.

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OAK

        

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I feel like I should definitely invest in more white pieces.

alice

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Beckham, Oak and Maje.

Victoria Beckham leads the designer pack in today’s favourite picks. While her ‘Denise’ ponte dress may need to be taken up a few inches if I were to wear it, the blush pink and contrast black mesh is a killer combination that I’d love to rock for a night of fun and dancing, or better yet to rule the boardroom with some crazy high stilettos.  Every girl definitely needs as many LBDs as she can shake a stick at, especially one that is all bodycon on top, but then offers something a little different with a flirty flared skirt at the bottom. Oak knows how to make sure you feel as comfy as you look chic while resting at home and catching up with all your favourite TV shows, especially with their super chic white cardigan that I’d wear (oversized of course!) slung lazily over a pair of black leggings and a long tee. This cute Victoria Beckham mini skirt is just the thing I’ve been looking for (and believe me have I been looking) that would go nicely with practically everything. Maje obviously knew what they were talking about naming this jacket ‘Dream’, because it is all that and so so much more!

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OAK

        

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VICTORIA BECKHAM

        

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MAJE

        

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See what else is new here.

alice

xo

Embellished Distractions.

After a long day spent thinking about American conspiracy theories (JFK to be more precise) and about how women in American politics are represented on television shows, there’s nothing quite like immersing myself in luxury fashion – at least for the moment before I dive back to work anyway. Those helping take my mind of uni work are: Rosantica’s BEAUTIFUL headband that I wouldn’t mind rocking; Tory Burch’s embellished knit sweater that would look divine tucked in a black wool mini and flat knee high boots; SUPER short and super cute black shorts a la Givenchy, worn with a roll-neck; a mini embellished Stella bag that would look perfect with just about anything; and finally Chloé’s fabulous sweater dress, which I’m sure will come in handy soon! Check it out.

ROSANTICA

        

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TORY BURCH

        

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GIVENCHY

        

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STELLA MCCARTNEY

        

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CHLOÉ

        

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I guess this means it’s back to work for me now. See what else is new here. Happy Monday!

alice

xo

Fuzz.

Who doesn’t love a bit of fuzz or fur, especially in the coming winter months? It somehow seems fitting that today’s picks are all of the fuzzy and warm variety, making me all the more excited for sub-zero temperatures to descend on us. Fendi seem to get it right with their bright shearling shoulder bag, and classic white three-quarter length top; whilst Delpozo and Giambattista Valli do their thang with a bit of eagle and monochrome action, respectively.

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DELPOZO

        

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GIAMBATTISTA VALLI

        

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FENDI

        

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alice

xo