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

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

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:

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?

Get The Great Gatsby Look

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The age of jazz, and clandestine excess is back. I am feeling inspired by summer, and the fast approaching release of Baz Luhrmann’s film adaption of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby (possibly one of my favourite novels!). So get starching your linen trousers, and pour yourself a glass of champagne it’s all about the understated twenties glitz, and glamour. It’s a time of prohibition, and a time of speakeasies, underground clubs, and elaborate parties. You know it feels so much better when it’s wrong.

one: bow tie by Lanvin – £75
two: card holder by Bottega Veneta – £160
three: single breasted jacket by Lanvin – £558
four: chino trousers by Z Zegna – £235
five: flower pin by Lanvin – £100
six: classic shirt by Hardy Amies – £185
seven: car shoe loafers by Bottega Veneta – £365
eight: cotton hold all by Calabrese – £290
nine: vintage sunglasses by Persol – £208
ten: patch pocket cardigan by Valentino – £378

at Matches

Get The Great Gatsby Look, Mr Porter

one: straw panama hat by Lock & Co – £150
two: wool suit by Ralph Lauren Black Label – £990
three: silk scarf by Paul Smith – £125
four: alligator penny loafers by Ralph Lauren Purple Label – £2,215
five: pocket square by Turnbull & Asser – £45
six: contrast collar shirt by Ralph Lauren Purple Label – £345
seven: suede penny loafers by Gucci – £385
eight: sunglasses by Linda Farrow Luxe – £320
nine: waxed cotton belt by Loro Piana – £280
ten: derby shoes by O’Keeffe – £395

at Mr Porter

Go back to basics opulent, focus on tailoring but more relaxed materials, brown, and grey neutrals, and throw in some cool pastel, and team with luxe accessories. Right now who’s ready to play some croquet?

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It seems colour blocking is here to stay, and this particular tshirt from YMC really caught my eye (well it is bright yellow I suppose haha!). Two tone at it’s best; add an instant flash of colour with this top for that instant summer look.

£55 at Mr Porter

Balenciaga long sleeved striped top

Balenciaga prove that going back to basics is where it is at with this effortlessly cool long sleeved tshirt. Dress it up, or down, throw on your sunglasses, and you are good to go. I much prefer this to the predictably dull stripes that come with Spring, and Summer wardrobes.

£185 at Mr Porter

Lanvin suede patent lace ups

Channel the ultimately relaxed urban luxe look with a little help from Lanvin. I am loving the contrast of the patent leather against the suede, it is a real textural treat. They look ever so comfortable I just want to throw on a pair right now.

£305 at Matches

Summer is calling, and so are these Gucci suede loafers. The perfect contempo casual shoe with an espadrille base, and the classic Gucci horseshoe bit to add a slightly refined element. I just want to throw them on, and stroll in some sunshine – these are definitely high up on my want list!

£335 at Matches

Marc by Marc Jacobs camera bag

Give your outfit a retro cool finish with this unusually coloured messenger from Marc Jacob’s diffusion line; Marc by Marc Jacobs. The forest green is a great way to inject a spot of freshness, and colour into your wardrobe. This camera bag is perfect for down time styling with a touch of funky style.

£325 at Matches

Matches Haul

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I had a little Matches spree online over the bank holiday, and it was waiting for me when I got home from work this afternoon. It always puts a smile on my face when I have a big DHL box waiting for me! Seriously who needs Xanax when you have Matches? One thing I love about ordering from Matches is the packaging by the artist Ann Muir, and as I have mentioned before I use the boxes in my wardrobe for storage – they are excellent, and very chic!

The last time I bought a pair of trainers I was still in high school (Adidas Superstars II in white, and gold – I thought I was so cool…). I do not tend to wear very casual footwear, but I found my lack of casual footwear rather limiting so I decided it was high time I bought myself a new pair of trainers. I found myself particularly drawn to this retro Dolce & Gabbana pair. I am so glad I bought them – they really are the most comfortable shoes ever. I love the pop of colour, and the mix of leather, suede, and rubber. As opposed to a typical dust bag they come with a plastic shoe bag for your trainers.

Dolce & Gabbana retro trainers

Dolce & Gabbana retro sneakers

Inside of my Dolce & Gabbana trainers

Dolce & Gabbana Athletics dust bag/trainer bag

I also treated myself to a new keyring, as one of the keyrings attached to my keys had started to rust so I needed to replace it. The neurotic part of me could not just have two keyrings, I like groups of three, and besides it makes it easier to find my keys at the bottom of my bag. I picked a simple Dolce & Gabbana leather tag with a metal plaque to join my Mulberry, and Paul Smith keyrings. I’ve had key rings come in boxes before but never with a cloth, and a card of authenticity like this one haha.

My Dolce & Gabbana keyring

My key rings: Paul Smith, Dolce & Gabbana, and Mulberry

As I said I like things in threes so I also ordered a Gucci sweatshirt. I do not normally go for things with the brand blazoned across the chest however being a sweatshirt it is excusable, and I rather like how the typography is subtle, and intentionally weathered. This jumper is precisely what I needed; a slouchy garment I can just throw on – it is ever so soft, and perfect for those downtime days.

My Gucci grey jumper

Me wearing my Gucci sweatshirt with Nudie jeans, and my Dolce & Gabbana trainers

This is probably the closest I will ever get to sports luxe for me haha, I guess I just needed an Italian injection into my week .

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.

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

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.

Wet Weather

Christian Louboutin Mens Harvanana Velvet Spike Loafer

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Most love affairs begin with champagne, this love affair began with a box. Well actually it did not quite begin with a box, it began with me running around London (in Gucci loafers may I add – I do not recommend it), phoning stores (do any actually answer their phones?), and finding it a complete ballache to source the shoes I wanted. Christian Louboutins due to their exclusive nature are notoriously hard to get, well the men’s Christian Louboutins even more so – particularly the hot styles. Sold out everywhere online pretty much save in silly sizes (and most of the time you cannot just order online, you have to place a request, and phone up), sold out at the Christian Louboutin store, and thanks to me sold out at Browns except in silly sizes also. I am fairly certain I have one of the last few pairs available in London, if not the world… I was determined to get these shoes; what Lorien wants Lorien will do anything to get (Lorien is now typing in third person eek).

Now onto the contents of the box! So let me introduce you to the newest member of my shoe collection; my Christian Louboutin Harvanana velvet spiked loafers. I have lost my Louboutin virginity finally, this is my first pair (hopefully not my last); I have finally joined the great ranks of the red soled people (red lacquered soles make me want to squeal in excitement). Is there some kind of initiation ceremony, or is it like my Jimmy Choos in that I sold my soul to the devil as soon as I put them on? Man Louboutins tend to be quite an acquired taste as they are a little fashion forward, and take a certain aplomb to pull off (unless you’re Kanye West).

My Christian Louboutin velvet spiked loafers

Christian Louboutin Mens Harvanana velvet spike slippers

As I said they are quite an acquired taste but I think they are incredible. I seem to have quite a penchant for ridiculous footwear anyway. The juxtaposition of the velvet slipper, and the patent stud tip is great, and the detailing on the insignia/crest (CL for Christian Louboutin) is beautiful. The detailing is very ornate, and I love the grosgrain piping bordering which brings the gold metal studs into the shoe perfectly. It is a regal velvet slipper with a big twist of attitude. The spikes add a complete new dimension to an other wise classic shoe, and are reminiscent of Christian Louboutin’s iconic Rollerboy.

Christian Louboutin insignia detailing up close

The spiked stud detailing on my Christian Louboutins

Christian Louboutin red soles

Bottom of my Christian Louboutin loafers

Inside of the Christian Louboutin slipper

They may cost a small fortune but as far as I am concerned they are worth it. The quality, and craftsmanship is high – but more importantly they bring a smile to my face. Christian Louboutins are hand made in Italy. The inside of the loafer is velvet, and they are extremely comfortable to wear. Not that such an insignificant factor as comfort would stop me wearing such beautiful shoes haha. I love how they look with my Nudie black raw denim jeans. I am definitely looking forward to wearing these shoes out somewhere.

Christian Louboutin Harvanana spike velvet loafers on

Wearing my Christian Louboutins

So what do you think? Are you a fan of Christian Louboutin? Do you own a pair, or want a pair? Tell me about it!

A Weekend In The City

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This afternoon whilst having a nostalgic listen through my iTunes I was reminded of one of my favourite albums; Bloc Party’s A Weekend In The City (ah 2007 how I miss you!). I decided to take the album name in a more literal sense, and decided to do an edit showing various looks I would wear for ‘a weekend in the city’. The ‘city’ to me is London of course, and Bloc Party being a British band it only makes sense.

A weekend in the city, look one, Reiss tshirt, 7 For All Mankind Slimmy jeans, Burberry Brit leather jacket, Paul Smith striped trainers, Gucci scarf

one: Reiss Bless-Basic crew neck tshirt – £20 at Reiss
two: 7 For All Mankind Slimmy jeans – £179 at Harrods
three: Burberry Brit leather jacket – £695 at My Wardrobe
four: Paul Smith striped cotton trainers – £100 at Matches
five: Gucci tassi scarf – £175 at Matches

A weekend in the city, look two, Ami polo top, Gucci jeans, Balenciaga leather messenger bag, Yves Saint Laurent trainers, Prada Aviator sunglasses

one: Ami knitted polo top – £180 at Matches
two: Gucci slim fitting jeans – £360 at Mr Porter
three: Balenciaga leather messenger bag – £585 at Mr Porter
four: Yves Saint Laurent leather tennis trainers – £300 at Matches
five: Prada Aviator sunglasses – £235 at Harrods

A weekend in the city, look three, Burberry Brit blazer, Maison Martin Margiela slim fit shirt, Nudie jeans, Alexander McQueen loafers, Reiss twin zip briefcase

one: Burberry Brit contrast check lining blazer – £295 at Matches
two: Maison Martin Margiela slim fit shirt – £199 at Harrods
three: Nudie coated Thin Finn jeans – £90 at Liberty London
four: Alexander McQueen leather loafers – £375 at Matches
five: Reiss twin zip briefcase – £195 at Reiss

So I leave you with a song off Bloc Party’s “A Weekend In The City”; Song For Clay (Disappear Here), which is inspired by the character Clay in Bret Easton Ellis’ Less Than Zero. Bret Easton Ellis is one of my favourite authors, and Less Than Zero is one of my favourite novellas:

Gucci Scarf

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To compensate for the fact I will not be buying the to die for Gucci bag in my Lust List II post (because sadly I have more important priorities than a bag priced at over £1000) I treated myself to a little gift from the Gucci boutique in Selfridges Birmingham. After all it’s better to have something than nothing right? .

Gucci receipt envelope

I love the over all experience you get when you shop at Gucci boutiques; the serene quietness, the perfectly arranged displays of beautiful goods, and the excellent service you get from the shop assistants! Not to mention the crisp shopping bags, and the way they put your receipts in little Gucci envelopes – it’s all about the little touches (well for me anyway).

Gucci monogram and web scarf

After much deliberation I settled on this particular scarf. This scarf is almost an epitome of classic Gucci; it has both the monogram GGs (Guccio Gucci’s initials), and the classic red and green green web which was inspired by Gucci’s equestrian roots, and has been in use since the 50s. At 80% wool, and 20% silk it is lovingly soft, and looks great wrapped around the neck.

…not that I needed another scarf; scarves are a particular weakness of mine – I found this little ‘treat’ however cheered me up.

Do you ever buy yourself little treats to cheer yourself up, or compensate for the fact bigger purchases are not always viable?

Toiletry Bags

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I have another ‘preoccupation’ lately I have not yet shared with you until now, and that is my zeal for pouches, and wash bags. I am constantly throwing my toiletries into bags for weekends away, or a few essentials for when I go to work. I always use toiletry bags as I would not want a product leaking, and ruining my Mulberry bag, or something – plus nothing beats a spot of organisation. When I travel I like to travel in style down to the very last detail.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Camouflage cosmetics case

Marc by Marc Jacobs camo washbag

Marc by Marc Jacobs green camouflage pouch

I picked up this little Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘pouch’ from Selfridges Birmingham on the weekend (fully making use of the 20% discount they had with their Christmas Comes Early promotion). Marc by Marc Jacobs is perhaps one of my favourite ‘diffusion’ brands. It is an inexpensive modern stylish range from the American fashion designer we all love.

When I saw this little ‘cosmetics bag’ I thought it would make a pleasant change from the generally ‘classic’ look I tend to go for. I really like the plaque, and the quilted nylon is easy to wipe down if you get anything on it. It has just enough room to throw in a few basics such as my fragrance, lip balm, moisturiser, breath freshener, and whatever else my little heart desires. For weekends away I will still use my Paul Smith mini series wash bag; this just makes a more convenient every day smaller sized bag.

Here are some toiletry bags on the market right now that I am rather liking:

one: Gucci – £180 at http://www.mrporter.com/
two: Hugo Boss – £110 at http://www.harveynichols.com/
three: Dolce & Gabbana – £453.34 at http://www.luisaviaroma.com/
four: Mulberry – £180 at http://www.mulberry.com/
five: John Lewis – £12 at http://www.johnlewis.com/
six: Paul Smith – £95 at http://www.coggles.com/

seven: Reiss – £59 at http://www.reissonline.com/
eight: Calabrese – £55 at http://www.matchesfashion.com/
nine: KG by Kurt Geiger – £40 at http://www.kurtgeiger.com/
ten: Otis Batterbee – £52 at http://www.harrods.com/

I am particularly loving number four the Mulberry one (go figure); there are so many times I have nearly bought that pouch – I am so sorely tempted still.

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Tag Archives: Gucci

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

Get The Great Gatsby Look

Lorien Loves

Matches Haul

A Spring Day

Wet Weather

Christian Louboutin Mens Harvanana Velvet Spike Loafer

A Weekend In The City

Gucci Scarf

Toiletry Bags