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  • The Weather Struggle & Playing With Textures

    The Weather Struggle & Playing With Textures

    I really enjoy playing with different textures with my outfits, especially in the winter. This faux fur scarf has been a go to piece for me recently; whether I’m rocking it with my biker jacket, wearing it with my long wool coat or alone over a knit like this, it seems to be my go to winter wrap.

    ASOS Midi Skirt In Leather Look With Wrap Detail

    The faux leather skirt I’d spotted on Asos back in November and instantly fell in love with it. They also do the skirt in a gorgeous grey colour but I opted for black as I thought it would be more versatile when creating different outfits, however now I’m starting to think I want the one in stone too (don’t be greedy Samio). This is one of those skirts that totally makes an outfit and I can’t wait to wear it more over the coming months.

    Leather look wrap skirt ankle boots and faux fur outfit

    It was a bit of a challenge shooting my outfit on this occasion, due to the extreme wind and so these images nearly didn’t make it to my blog. However, as outfit posts are my favourite and something I want to share more here on my blog this year, I decided to try and not be so critical and let these images make the cut… We often do have to battle with the elements here in England during the winter, so I guess it’s only true to life. As much as you want to walk around looking perfectly put together, it doesn’t always happen, so that’s bound to reflect in my style shots from time to time, especially during the U.K winter.

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    What I Wore:
    Leather look black midi wrap skirt – Asos (here) & in grey (here)
    Faux fur tippet/scarp – Oasis (similar here )
    Grey knit – Asos (similar here )
    Black ankle boots – Aldo (here)

    Black Leather Look Wrap Skirt and black ankle boots outfit

    Aldo black leather boots with silver heels

    Manchester Street Style

    Samio style blogger - leather look skirt and faux fur outfit

    Samio x

  • Keeping It Casual

    Keeping It Casual

    My style is often described as quite ‘dressy’, or at least not as casual anyway but some days I want nothing more than to throw on a pair of jeans and a jumper. So I’ve slowly been introducing more casual attire into my wardrobe.

    I’m loving some of the plimsolls the stores have in right now. Practical footwear never used to be an option for me but as more and more flats are slowly creeping their way into my wardrobe, I’m starting to appreciate the comfort and convenience of practical footwear. These slip ons are just that and as well as having the practicality factor they are stylish too and I love the print. I’ve not even had these shoes long and you can already see how convenient they have become, due to the scuff marks from me wearing them so much.

    River Island Brown Faux Leather Backpack and H&M snakeskin print plimsolls

    In a previous post, I already talked about my new found love for jeans that started around this time last year. I soon found myself with shelves full of jeans, however the majority of them I do not wear. I have found finding a pair of jeans that are just right and easy to throw on with anything is hard. I started shopping in Gap earlier this year and I’ve really started to become a fan of some of their simple everyday garments. Okay so I know it’s not the most fashionable shop ever but I like it for its good quality staple pieces that can be easily styled.

    I’m automatically drawn to jeans with rips. I love how they can been worn casual or also add an edge to a more dressy look with heels. These are the first jeans I bought from Gap and I’ve worn them loads. The style name of these jeans is ‘Always Skinny’ and although I’ll admit they have gone a little baggy since I first bought them (not that you can tell on the photos), I do not feel it has majorly effected the look.

    Samio wearing white Gap jumper and denim jeans with brown faux leather River Island backpack

    I’d originally bought the backpack as a gym bag/travel bag (as it’s quite large) but recently I’ve found myself using it more and more as it fits in everything. I spotted it in River Island last time I was in London and had to buy it. I think it looks way more expensive than it is and at £35 I thought it was a steal.

    Samio Wearing River Island Brown Textured Leather Look Rucksack

    As for the jumper (also from Gap), what can I say, it’s simple, comfortable and easy to throw on which I think is the perfect completion to a super causal look.

    Samio sat on wall, wearing outfit from Gap, plimsolls from H&M holding brown leather look backpack from River Island

    Samio sat wearing Gap jumper

    Plimsolls – H&M
    Jeans – Gap (similar)
    Jumper – Gap
    Necklace – H&M
    Backpack – River Island

    Samio x

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  • Shop Pearls & Lipstick

    Shop Pearls & Lipstick

    I’m happy to announce that my web-store, Pearls & Lipstick is now finally open!

    Pearls & Lipstick sells faux leather clutch bags that I lovingly design and hand make.
    You can see my latest creations and shop Pearls & Lipstick at www.pearlsandlipstick.co.uk.

    Shipping Worldwide!

    Lots more items will be coming soon so don’t forget to check back or keep updated by following the Pearls & Lipstick Twitter @Pearlslipstick and liking the Facebook page by clicking here. Also on Instagram @Bypearlsandlipstick

    Samio x