Lace & leather

Today I wanted to mix two of my favourite Summer/Autumn looks-  considering this transitional weather. I was super surprised, maybe a month ago, when I managed to find this stunning eyelash lace bralet in the 'last chance to buy' section of Topshop. I spotted it online a while before but they never had the white in my size.. being my favorite clothing colour I decided it wasn't meant to be. Seeing it was my size I realised it was fate and obviously had to get it. It can be matched with so many different things and colours which makes it fab for any season; as it is also layerable. For work I paired it with a pleather pencil skirt from H&M which can be dressed up or down really easily. The zip details at the front give it a little edge without becoming too much of a statement.

My absolute favourite staple are my mega cut out boots from Topshop: they're white, go with everything and are so comfortable to wear. They add length to your legs with this skirt and match the bralet to tie the outfit together.

Taking the weather into consideration I also went for my black fluffy cardigan from work, it could also be worn as a jacket depending on your outfit which makes it diverse. If you're not too keen on bralets you can find eyelash lace tops all over at the moment in different colours and styles, similarly with the skirt; you can find different lengths or even go for pleather trousers/ wet look leggings to get the same look.

Bralet: Topshop, Skirt: H&M, Shoes: Topshop, Cardigan: Jane norman

High contrast

Currently my favorite collection at work is High Contrast; a selection of fur coats, stunning midi dresses and plenty of pencil skirts. Perfect for AW14, this collection is beyond compare for the cold upcoming months. White/cream, black and burgundy are the key colours for this trend, plus statement jewelry and shoes complete each look effortlessly.

Fur coat, top & skirt: All Jane Norman

Today I styled this look to show that anyone can wear leather look and mix textures. The black skirt compliments any figure as it is slimming and the shape elongates your legs, the white top is actually from our work wear collection, but pairs so well with the skirt in order to create shape on top; the shape allow you to hide any lumps the skirt may not. Obviously I had to choose the burgundy fur coat - it is absolutely stunning and a great length to match with any outfit, it can be fastened to keep you warm or simply worn how it is styled to add another element to your outfit.

Necklace: H&M

Gold utterly adulates this look, especially as this necklace is multi-layered, adding dimension. A simpler option could be worn, however I think this finishes the ensemble so well. 

An ideal outfit to take you right from work to dinner or a night out, I think this is so diverse and could be worn for multiple occasions. 

Shop the collection now either instore at Newport (Isle of Wight), at some House of Frasers or online at janenorman.co.uk - Currently 25% off all full price online.