// Autumn/Winter Trend 2010 \\

Leopard Print

I have never been a fan of leopard print.... ever! 

I just never felt the 'connection' with it I suppose you could say. Now on the other hand my sister was the polar opposite, as she had everything from dresses to shoes to bags in the print. Maybe she had an ulterior motive where she knew I would be less likely to thieve her clothes if a majority of them were in leopard print!!! :)  

But...... it's official....we're seeing spots all over the runways & this time it has really caught my attention.

I don't know if it is because of how elegantly it is styled in editorial shoots or the charisma that the Balmain & co. runway models has brought or the cool factor that so many people papped in street style blogs brings but either way, I am now officially in love with it, especially the long faux fur coat (which you will se plenty of examples in a selection of street style pics below), it gives you that cool grubby-glam look for day or evening.

So get out your animal instincts this fall and opt for leopard, well, everything. Even better, forget the wait and start now with lighter hues like grays and pastels. I am already sporting a long LP cardigan which I'm sure you will get to see in an upcoming style post soon.

So I say embrace the trend but remember one very imprtant tip.... don't go for the fashion over-kill of head to toe leopard print á la Bet Lynch from Coronation Street. Just stick to one (if you are bold/brave enough two) statement pieces & keep the hair and make-up simple and to a minimal.
Either way, you'll spot this obsession in the form of body-con dresses, long coats, layered tops and the occassional handbag or clutch - and I can't wait.

Catwalk

My Top Pick

The Long Coat

Accessories

Editorials 

Best Of: Leopard Print Street Style

Olivia Palermo works  the leopard print look to perfection

Images courtesy of The Sartorialist, The Skinny, Jak & Jil, FashionToast

// STYLE POST NUMERÓ 9 \\

What I Wear....... The Blush Blouse & Floral Bloomers!!!

Salmon Knot Blouse: Topshop blouse borrowed from friend (thanks Jen x)
Floral Bloomers: River Island
Brown Leather Gladiator Wedge Sandals: Zara

Beaded Necklce: Deejewellery.com

// Autumn/Winter Trend 2010 \\

The Aviator

No longer reserved for pilots, the aviator jacket is on this season's most wanted list.

The aviator jacket in leather and shearling is such a perfectly classic piece.

Since the alluring vision of chunky leather shearling boots & aviator jackets gracing the catwalk of Burberry Prorsum in February (you can see my selection of favourite pieces below for your viewing pleasure), the aviator shearling & leather trend has most definitely become a trans-seasonal wardrobe essential - perfect for glamming down floaty romantic & floral dresses that are so in this season & at the same time will keep you nice & fashionably cosy.

Catwalk

My Top 5 High Street Choices

The Aviator trend is thankfully filtering through into the high street stores just in time for our autumn/winter wardrobe shopping.

1. River Island

2. Warehouse

3. Warehouse

4. Next

5. ASOS

Aviator Street Style

Melanie Huynh in Stevie Dance's Balenciaga Leather & Shearling Aviator Jacket

// STYLE POST NUMERÓ 8 \\

What I Wear....... The Female Dandy!

From History...

....To The Catwalk...

 ....To Real Life!

White High-Neck Shirt: Gap

Black Velvet Bow: Customised Ribbon bought in 'A Rubanesques' of Powerscourt Townhouse, tied in a bow & safety pinned to my shirt

Black Shorts: Zara
Peep Toe Cuff Shoe: River Island
Black & Silver Studded Belt: Ad Hoc, Temple Bar

Bracelet: Chain wrapped around wrist

Ring: AWear

// LAZY BLOGGING SUNDAY \\

Lazy Sunday Mornings + Fantastical Images  = Lazy Blogging Sunday

Enjoy xoxo

Images courtesy of Ffffound, Blaubushka, Deeelightful, Elle of the Ball

// STYLE POST NUMERÓ 7 \\

What I Wear....... Stars and Stripes n all things nice!!!

Breton Dress: Shop in Biarritz
Purple Pleated Chiffon Dress: Siam Su in George's Street Arcade
Brown Leather & Gold Buckle Belt: Vintage shop in Fremantle, Western Australia
Ring: AWear

Star Shoes: Siam Su in George's Street Arcade

Grey Nail Varnish: OPI