Tag: Everyday wear

  • A Slow Start To Summer

    A Slow Start To Summer

    Black denim jacket, black skinny jeans boots and bag

    Hello summer, hello…winter boots!? Okay so summer is finally here, it’s official but unfortunately the weather here in the UK still has quite a bit of catching up to do. I didn’t quite expect to be pulling out a pair of my black winter boots in the middle of June but a pro to the weather situation is that it’s buying me a little more time whilst I figure out exactly which summer pieces I’d like to add to my wardrobe.

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    Since downsizing my wardrobe quite considerably over these past few months, I’m finding it hard to now let new pieces in. I feel like I’ve tried on so many clothes and made so many summer orders, all of which haven’t been right or I have sent back, as I’m finding it hard to buy or keep things unless I absolutely love them. I’m guessing this can only be a good thing but at the same time I’m finding it harder than I had expected to transition my wardrobe for summer…In the mean time though I’ll continue to mix and match my current pieces, whilst still on the hunt for a few of those all important summer essential, because when the sun does finally decide to show its face, I plan to be ready!

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    All black denim outfit

    Jeans – Topshop | Denim jacket – Pieces | T-shirt – (Similar here) | Skinny Scarf – Topshop, old (Similar here) | Boots – Office | Bag – Matt & Nat (in gravel)

    Black Topshop Jamie Jeans

    Samio x

  • Casual To Dressy In Two Simple Steps

    Casual To Dressy In Two Simple Steps

    I love wearing heels and going for a slightly dressier look, however day to day when running around the city, it just really isn’t practical. On days when I’m going to the gym, I find it easiest just to wear my gym trainers which are also my comfiest footwear for getting around in.

    Black Asos Boyfriend jeans, adidas sneakers and zara biker jacket everyday outfit

    There are times though when I need to make a quick transition from a day to night look. If I’m going to an event or meeting up with friends, I do like to dress up for the occasion. When I don’t have time to go home and change, it’s easiest to just keep a pair of heels in my bag, which I can quickly change into and instantly make myself feel more evening ready…

    Casual Everyday style

    Casual Style Outfit

    I love my white leather look back pack because it looks smart enough whilst actually being like a Tardis. I got it from Zara a while ago and since I’ve had it, it’s served me well.

    White Faux Leather Zara Backpack and biker jacket - Casual Style

    As well as slipping on heels to jazz up my daytime outfit, if I’m wearing a t-shirt, it’s also easy to tie a knot in it to turn my day time Tee, into a nighttime crop top and I’m good to go.

    Black Asos Boyfriend Jeans

    Samio style blogger - Casual Dressy Outfit

    Samio - Black Boyfriend jeans, knotted t-shirt, heels and biker jacket outfit

    What I Wore:
    Black shrunken boyfriend jeans – Asos (here)
    T-Shirt – Asos (here)
    Black heels – Asos (here)
    Biker jacket – Zara (similar here)
    White backpack – Zara, last year (similar here)

    Samio

    Samio x

  • Clarks Anniston Vale Outfit – Competition

    Clarks Anniston Vale Outfit – Competition

    White shirt and ripped jeans

    Recently I’ve been talking a lot about how I’ve been wanting to downsize my wardrobe and invest in good quality items that I can get plenty of wear out of – less is more as they say.

    These jeans were a recent purchase and so far I’ve been getting plenty of wear out of them but the star of the show with this outfit were definitely my Clarks Anniston Vale loafers.

    Clarks Anniston Vale loafers

    I’m no stranger to Clarks shoes and over this past year I’ve accumulated a number of different styles, each which I am glad to say I’ve been getting plenty of wear out of. I think there is often a misconception with Clarks, as many people are often surprised after they compliment my shoes and I tell them where they are from. Yes Clarks are known for their comfort and quality but they should be known for their style too. Whoever said you can’t have style and comfort.

    I’d been eyeing up these particular loafers since I spotted them at Clarks A/W press day earlier this year. I’d spotted them in black and a gorgeous burgundy shade and knew I’d have to have a pair. I was over the moon when I was given the opportunity not to only have a pair but to choose my own unique colourway for them too! I’d spotted the brushed animal print on another pair of shoes, so chose that to go on the top part and there’s something so classic about patent black, so that made up my mind for the rest of the shoe. I excitedly ripped open the box when they arrived and I could not be more pleased with them.

    Clarks Anniston Vale shoes

    Samio style blogger white shirt outfit

    What I wore:
    Shirt – Zara (similar here)
    Jeans – Topshop
    Shoes – Clarks Anniston Vale loafers

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    Clarks Anniston Vale tassel loafer shoes

    Win a £200 Clarks Voucher

    Clarks have been even more amazing and given me the opportunity to spread the shoe love with you guys by giving you the opportunity to win £200 in Clarks Vouchers! All you have to do to enter this fabulous competition is follow both me and Clarks on Instagram – @clarksshoes and @samiorenelda – Then comment below on this blog post with your Instagram name to let me know you’ve entered. The competition ends at midnight on Friday 16th October and the winner will be selected at random and announced on my Instagram on Saturday 17th. This competition is open to UK residents only. Good luck!

    Samio

    Clarks Anniston Vale tassel loafers outfit

    Samio x

    Some of the items may have been sent to me for review purposes, however this does not affect my opinions – check out my disclaimer for further information.


    Check out my other outfit post featuring some of my favourite Clarks shoes:

    Clarks X Orla Kiely
    Boyfriend Jeans & Hotel Bustle
    Matching Florals