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What I wore today, and what’s in my bag

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I decided to show you what I wore to work today seeing as I have not done an outfit post in quite a while:


Me, Lorien Adey

My faithful Gucci brown suede moccasins

Mulberry Elkington brief case

Shirt – Reiss
Knitwear – Topman
Belt – Mulberry
Jeans – Nudie (from Matches)
Watch – D&G
Bag – Mulberry
Shoes – Gucci

…and because I always find it interesting when others do the same I thought I would show you what I had in my Mulberry Elkington bag today:

Mulberry leather accessories

What Mulberry bag isn’t complete without a few Mulberry items inside? I have my Mulberry wallet, Mulberry locked cosmetics pouch, Mulberry horseshoe coin pouch, Mulberry Dan pouch, and Mulberry iPad case (with my iPad inside naturally). I love how due to use, and age each piece is a slight different hue due to the natural patina, and wear.

Smythson pocket diary,notebook, and Cross pen

I always like to have my Smythson pocket diary on me so that I can scribble down important occasions, and pencil in lunches, dinner dates, and the like. I opted for orange as it stands out, and is always easy to find at the bottom of a bag. I also have my Smythson ‘Style Icon’ notebook in case I have to write anything down. Of course I also have my Cross pen because what’s the good in having a notebook, and a diary without a pen.

Jo Malone 154 cologne, Elemis hand cream, M&S gum, and breathspray, L'Occitane shea butter.

A few loose things which should probably be in my Mulberry locked cosmetics pouch… I love Jo Malone’s 154 cologne, and as this bottle is only 30ml it is great for just throwing in my bag. The miniature of Elemis Spa@Home Pro-Radiance hand and nail cream is because I have found my hands quite dry with the current schizophrenic weather here in England! I always throw L’Occitane’s miniature shea butter into my bag as it has so many uses from lip balm to an actual moisturiser. The M&S gum, and breath refresher spray ensure I always have fresh breath on the go.

Harrods umbrella, Amazon Kindel, Apple iPod Nano, Smythson iPhone case

With the current weather you would be mad not to have an umbrella, and I just use this simple black Harrods one. I love music, and I would be a little lost without my Apple iPod Nano – the size makes it ever so convenient. I also love reading, and my Kindle makes it easy to have a quick read when I get chance. Last but not least is my Smythson iPhone case which I actually adore – when it started raining earlier I just threw it in my bag (my BlackBerry, and iPhone tend to live in my pockets).

…what’s in your bag?

A Spring Day

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What I love most about this time of year is coming home, and it still being light out. It makes all the difference to my mood, and gives me an extra spring in my step (and it makes blog photography easier!). I thought I would show you what I wore today (not too exciting!); just a casual relaxed look for a mild Spring day.


What I wore today

Full length shot of what I wore today

My Gucci moccasins

My Links of London bracelet

My Balenciaga Day bag (mens)

Me in my Oscar Magnuson glasses

Shirt – Burberry London
Jeans – Nudie
Shoes – Gucci
Belt – Mulberry
Bag – Balenciaga
Glasses – Oscar Magnuson
Bracelet – Links of London
Watch – D&G

Jo Malone 154 Cologne

To match my mood today I was wearing Jo Malone’s 154 Cologne, however I think Jo Malone’s Wild Bluebell would been more apt – I must get some! 154 Cologne, named 154 after the street number of the first Jo Malone boutique in London is a classic with notes of mandarin, grapefruit, lavender, basil, nutmeg, and vetiver. It is a sophisticated warm masculine scent; the perfect mix of woody, and citrus notes.

Apple tree blossom

Keeping it short

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With summer fast approaching, and the hot weather lately (England please do keep it up!). I have been scouring high, and low for the perfect shorts. I have only recently started wearing shorts in England, I used to be rather self conscious about wearing shorts, and only used to wear them abroad, or only at home. I also used to agree with Tom Ford that shorts should not be allowed in the city, but now I completely back track on that – why limit yourself?! There are very few things that I do not agree with the genius on, but that is definitely now one of them.


My Burberry Brit shorts
The back of my Burberry Brit shorts

My other Burberry Brit shorts
The back of my other Burberry Brit shorts

I bought myself two Burberry Brit pairs (apologies they are all creased in the picture – I had to pull them from my washing pile to photograph them!); one from Mr. Porter, and the other from Matches – both feature in the ‘Classic Collection‘ below. Oh, and I am loving the Matches box I got this time around:

Matches delivery packaging

I decided to do an edit of some of my favourites about right now, so behold thirty different pairs of shorts for you from tailored shorts classic to splashes of neon:

Classic Collection:

Classic shorts

one: Burberry Brit – £95 at Mr. Porter
two: Polo Ralph Lauren – £95 at Harrods
three: Reiss – £65 at Reiss
four: Lanvin – £240 at Matches
five: Burberry Brit – £110 at Matches

Colour Catch:

Colourful shorts

one: Rag & Bone – £135 at Matches
two: Givenchy – £240 at Mr. Porter
three: Polo Ralph Lauren – £95 at Harrods
four: Polo Ralph Lauren – £37 at Coggles
five: Marc by Marc Jacobs – £195 at Matches

Pastel Panache:

Pastel shorts

one: Piombo – £178 at Matches
two: Reiss – £69 at Reiss
three: Jack Wills – £49 at Jack Wills
four: Levis – £125 at Matches
five: Norse Projects – £90 at Coggles

Denim Delight:

Denim shorts

one: A.P.C. – £115 at Matches
two: Balmain – £369 at Far Fetch
three: PRPS – £145 at Coggles
four: PRPS – £129 at Harrods
five: Paul Smith – £145 at Far Fetch

Pattern Perfection:

Patterned shorts

one: Polo Ralph Lauren – £115 at Harrods
two: YMC – £115 at Coggles
three: Golden Goose – £197 at Far Fetch
four: Polo Ralph Lauren – £79.99 at Mr. Porter
five: Valentino – £395 at Matches

Sweat Set:

Sweat set

one: Armani Jeans – £89.96 at Harrods
two: Jack Wills – £44 at Jack Wills
three: Moncler – £125 at Matches
four: D&G – £169 at Harrods
five: Wings+Horns – £106 at Far Fetch

Alessi SPA (UK)

Blue Velvet

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So I came across a not so bad photograph of me at London Fashion Week Menswear Day finally. A lot of the photographs I have seen were horrendous, why street style bloggers decide to take a photograph of me mid sentence on the phone, or in the midsts of sipping a latte is beyond me! I am not very photogenic at the best of times – one day I vow to learn how to pose until then I just become rigid whenever a camera is present, or be caught in some natural odd unattractive pose.

I also really need to learn not to stay up late, and drink the night before Menswear Day – I keep thinking I will have an early alcohol free night, but each time I fall helpless to resist the allure of the bright lights, and sparkling bubbles. So pardon the bags below my eyes!


Me, Lorien Adey, at London Fashion Week

Me Kurt Geiger Velvet loafers

Photo credit: http://shapebox.blogspot.co.uk/

Blazer: Paul Smith London
Shirt: Ted Baker
Bow tie: Alexander McQueen
Jeans: Nudie Slim Jim
Shoes: Kurt Geiger London
Pins: Mulberry
Bag: Mulberry Elkington
Watch: D&G Medicine Man

Let’s get casual

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I have not done an outfit post in a while, and I thought I would do a more casual one for a change. I have found myself dressing a little more casual lately, as sadly velvet blazers, and jumpers worth more than I would like to think do not always make great every day attire (not that it often stops me). It is great sometimes to wear something that it does not matter too much if you ruin it – you can actually breathe, and relax!


The Kooples top, Uniqlo cardigan

The Kooples top, Uniqlo cardigan, Nudie jeans, Mulberry belt

The Kooples top, Uniqlo cardigan, Nudie jeans, Mulberry belt, D&G watch

ASOS silver shiny plimsolls

Jeans – Nudie

I practically live in Nudie jeans (and Citizens of Humanity jeans I guess). I have a few pairs exactly the same of the Slim Jim. I love the fit, and the way they practically look like leather. Nudie jeans are raw denim, and almost become a second skin. I intend to continue ‘living’ in Nudie jeans until I find something better. To me Nudie jeans are the core of my wardrobe; the base of most of my looks, and I could not live without them. They perfectly dress up with an edge, or easily dress down for more casual looks.

Top – The Kooples

Around Christmas I went through a little bit of a The Kooples phase – a lot of their basic tops are great. I liked this henley style top so much I also bought it in green. It is a great garment on it’s own, but I also find it useful for layering as it is not too heavy. One thing I really like about the brand is the fits – unlike a lot of brands The Kooples actually properly cater for slim fit. In the latest season The Kooples have quite a lot of tops I rather like, and last season they had one with leather trims that I should have bought!

Cardigan – Uniqlo

Lately I seem drawn to a lot of cream – how impractical right? Ha, well luckily I never seem to have too much hassle with it. The cardigan is from Uniqlo; my one stop for luxury basics. It is made of excellent quality lambswool, and did not break the bank – in fact I would go as far too say it was a bargain. I love throwing it on over tops it just gives me that little extra layer of warmth without being too much. The pockets on the front give it an almost preppy edge which I rather like also.

Watch – D&G

I have had my watch over five years. How it is still in one piece is beyond me – that watch, and I have been through a hell of a lot. The reason I opted for this watch was I liked how it was smart but had a fun side with the TV testcard inspired face. A lot of people stop, and compliment me on my watch. I usually forget I am wearing it as I have worn it nearly every day for the five years I have had it.

Bracelet – Mulberry

Not sure if you can really see it in these photographs but I am wearing my Mulberry clover friendship bracelet I blogged about before. I find it goes really well against a cardigan, and the odd flash of the charm in the light is interesting. I have got to the point where I feel naked without something on my wrist so I always tend to have a bracelet, or two – which is quite funny as I used to hate things on my wrist (go figure). The belt is Mulberry too!

Shoes – ASOS

It seems even when it comes to casual shoes I have a penchant for ridiculous shoes (it’s all about the shiny shoes). These shoes I bought years ago for bugger all on ASOS, and I cannot say I have actually worn them that often since I bought them – but they are über comfortable when I do wear them. I really like how they are all scratched up, and they look really worn – I think that is more from being thrown around my room than actual wear ha.

Cable Knits

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As I have mentioned before I am quite the knitwear fiend. My favourite part of the colder weather is actually getting around to wearing some of my knit jumpers. I am particularly fond of cable knits; there is something about the classic design that really does it for me. From classic crisp off white cable knits, to a splash of Autumn Winter 2011 colour, and a few twists in between there is a cable knit jumper for everyone.

I have chosen an edit of some different cable knits to show you what is currently on the market. Some inexpensive, and some err not so inexpensive. A cable knit jumper is a crucial part of my Autumn Winter 2011 wardrobe, providing they are looked after they are an investment piece that could last years (just watch out for those pesky moths!).

Cable knits

one – Levi’s Vintage Clothing £175 at http://www.my-wardrobe.com/
two – Reiss £95 at http://www.reissonline.com/
three – John Varvatos £385 at http://www.mrporter.com/
four – Gucci £420 at http://www.matchesfashion.com/

Cable Knits

five – Ralph Lauren Purple Label £945 at http://www.mrporter.com/
six – Burberry Prorsum £495 at http://www.matchesfashion.com/

Cable Knits

seven – Reiss £110 at http://www.reissonline.com/
eight – Polo Ralph Lauren £155 at http://www.coggles.com/
nine – D&G £280 at http://www.my-wardrobe.com/

Cable Knits

ten – Topman £40 at http://www.topman.com/
eleven – Topman £42 at http://www.topman.com/
twelve – Polo Ralph Lauren £155 at http://www.harrods.com/

Cable Knits

thirteen – Dolce & Gabbana £185 at http://www.matchesfashion.com/
fourteen – Dolce & Gabbana £117 (reduced) at http://www.matchesfashion.com/
fifteen – McQ by Alexander McQueen £434 at http://www.farfetch.com/
sixteen – Suit £60 at http://www.farfetch.com/

I love number fourteen; the Dolce & Gabbana – if it was not sold out in my size I would snap it right up, and what a bargain of a price! I own number twelve; the Polo Ralph Lauren one – it is one of my favourite jumpers 100% lambs wool, and a great piece of cable knit!

Are you a fan of cable knits? What’s your favourite part of your Autumn Winter wardrobe?

The Patent Shoe Edit

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I am a big believer in patent shoes. I wear patent shoes most days, I personally do not see why patent shoes should be reserved for formal occasions, and black tie. I like to add a spot of lustre to my every day life. I am known for as those close to me call them; ‘my shiny shoes’. Ridiculous at times (particularly in the snow – but I survived!) quite possibly, but I wouldn’t change it for the world. There is something about a bit of shine that brightens my day, and adds a touch of elegance to any outfit. Be it lace ups, or loafers, it’s all about patent leather, and patent finishes. One prerequisite; they have to be black.

Here are some of my favourite patents out there right now. I have tried to include a selection of different brands, tastes, and affordability. Hope you like it, and that perhaps it comes in handy. So here we go from your classic patent lace ups to patent loafers with a twist:

The Patent Shoe Edit

one: Dior Homme at http://www.farfetch.com/ – £454
two: Vivienne Westwood at http://www.harveynichols.com/ – £140
three: Mr. Hare at http://www.mrporter.com/ – £500
four: D&G at http://www.my-wardrobe.com/ – £290
five: Ted Baker at http://www.tedbaker.com/ – £170
six: KG by Kurt Geiger at http://www.johnlewis.com/ – £110
seven: Dune at Dune http://www.dune.co.uk/ – £85
eight: Marc Hare at http://www.topman.com/ – £90
nine: Salvatore Ferragamo at http://www.harrods.com/ – £300

I am having an affaire de coeur with pair three, the Mr. Hare’s; the perfect patent loafers with a grosgrain bow – very glamourous. They would add an instant luxe to an outfit, and I really like the adornment of a bow on them – it only adds to the shoe itself.

I own pair six, and can only fully recommend them. I have many fond memories of, and in Kurt Geiger’s Antons – one of my favourite pairs of shoes. Just be aware with Kurt Geigers that they tend to run a size bigger, so size down. It is a really long lasting pair.

I chose pair two simply for their quirkiness, they are from Vivienne Westwood’s new range of men’s shoes which are actually plastic. Don’t let this put you off, they are inexpensive statement shoes with great flare which would really work with some sharp tailoring.