Day 24 My F & F picks

How many of you have truly spent time looking at the clothing ranges in our supermarkets? I think you may be pleasantly surprised.

Today I wanted to show you Florence & Fred at Tesco's, the styling this season is on trend and also appeals to a great age range of all ladies.

As you have probably guessed I have a real passion for dresses this season, they are feminine and perfect for all body shapes and so easy to wear.
Just picture this.....hop out of bed, shower, undies on and then the dress......how simple and time saving is that.

I love this ruffle neck butterfly print dress, perfect for most body shapes ( the apple beware of the finishing on the waist ) and so great for this summer.

Both of the dresses below would look super with this lemon cropped cardi. It finishes on the waist so will accentuate this area. Great to add another colour too.

Another waisted dress which is beautiful, you will feel like Kate Middleton. This super coral colour will look great with a nude shoe or why not add in navy to change the colour tones.
I love the coral and navy colour combination.

So, whilst you are out doing your food shop have a browse around the clothes, although it may make your weekly food shop slightly more expensive!!

Lots of love

Lisa

Day 23 My love for French Connection

Well, after an amazing jubilee weekend with family and friends it's back to seeing what the stores have got to offer.

I have always had a passion for French Connection but they don't always blow my skirt up with pieces I must have in my wardrobe.

This season has seen me wander in and out looking lovingly at lots of beautiful individual pieces but also making me dream of how they complement each other.

This stunning silk teal shirt is perfect for any pair of jeans, wide legged trousers or the skirt I have selected below. Looking at this shirt it appears high necked, a tip from me to make it have more of a plunge neckline would be to undo the tie at the neck so it softly falls open.

And O'h just look at this amazing full length skirt. Perfect for any of you with a curvy lower body and perfect for those who need to create more curves.

Treat this as a maxi skirt but play with the tops to make this skirt your statement piece for this summer season.

If it were me I would add in wooden jewellery to add the edge with a chestnut pair of wedges or flat sandals.

lots of love

Lisa

Day 22 My NEXT picks

If you are anything like me I tend to stick to brands where I don't run the risk of someone else walking down the street or sitting in the same room as me.

For this reason alone I tend not to be a great fan of Next, however, I have been impressed this season by their occassion dresses.

Look at this beautiful berry lace dress which is so perfect for the hour glass body shape. You can just see how this dress works for this body shape. Show off the curves of this lovely body shape. The slender/athletic body shape looks great in this dress also as it creates the curves of the naturally boyish shape.

I love this pink mesh dress which also comes in black. It is really simple and works for all body shapes.

The plunge neckline is brilliant for the Top Heavy as it creates space.

The empire line cut is perfect for the apple body shape as it illusionises the tummy area.

The floating skirt for the lower body works great for the pear and hour glass and the strapless sleeves helps rebalances also.

This super tangerine shaper dress is just what is says on the tin, it shapes the body so again great for all the body shapes.
The assymetrical neckline helps to rebalance the lower and upper body. Perfect for the pear and hour glass body shape.
The ruching at the waist is great for the apple and helps hide the tummy that you may not be too keen on.

So, I really have enjoyed browsing around Next, what are your thoughts?

lots of love

Lisa

Day 21 My Tommy Hillfiger picks

For day 21, I wanted to show you my favourite pieces from Tommy Hillfiger. I am a real fan of this iconic brand. I love the fact that it can be really casual yet preppy and really classic if you want it to be.

The capri trouser is still very much of everyones wardrobe and for this season why not ring the changes with a soft ice cream colour. It adds a different dimension to your wardrobe.

I am someone who feels the cold most of the year even when the sun is shining and the temperature is 100 degrees. This great long sleeve t.shirt is just a little different and the print & stripe just gives it more interest. Will look super with the coloured capri trousers above.

To complete this outfit I wanted to show you a real simple white denim jacket which is just perfect for those summer months in the pub garden or in the park with the children.

In my opinion this is a garment that is worth the investment. It will work with so many garments in your wardrobe really bringing down your cost per wear.

Simple, stunning and chic....just the way I like it.

lots of love
Lisa

Day 20, Stunning Carvela shoes

I love shoes but don't just buy them unless they fullfill a purpose in my wardrobe (I'm so practical sometimes!!! )

I am a huge fan of Carvela, I love their designs and the fact they are THE most comfortable shoes to wear and I adore the fact they are a litle bit different which means they really do finish and bring an outfit alive.

These are the stunning Arbour courts, gorgeous strap on the ankle and amazing print. Just a word of advice a strap on the ankle works really well if your ankles are slim. My recommendation would be they don't look amazing if your ankles are slightly wider as they make the area appear thicker.

For a real casual slip flop style shoe I really like the Kracker sandal, the embellisment is gorgeous and adds a super bit of glitz and bling to a really simple outfit.

I have to say my all time favourite wedge this season, I have been everywhere for a size 3 in this Kan wedge, I think I am just not meant to have them this season. They are a great base neutral wedge that you can add to any dress, skirt, trouser, jean to create major impact.

And finally for today this is the Lemon loafer in blue, again a really simple shoe which will look great with a pair of shorts

I know Carvela is a more high end brand but in my opinion worth every penny due to comfort and design.

Lots of love

Lisa

Day 19 One for the Men

Now, that really got you men here....One for the boys was a title I thought might work.

I am always blogging on womens style but work with both men and women so here is one for the lads. I was asked for my picks from Zara by James Davis ( owner of the great Clay Salon and Spa ).

I just love the shirts and jeans look, which can be either casual or you can create a smarter version just by adding in a blazer.

This is a great fitted shirt with a small print and a lovely dark navy detail on the cuff and collar.

 I love these washed jeans, great colour. Beware of the turn ups if you are shorter in the leg as this will only make your legs appear shorter still....just keep them full length. By adding in a contrasting colour belt it will break up the length of the body if your body shape is tall.

Simple moccasins in this great suede marine blue just finish off the look for me, they'll also look fab with a coloured jean or a linen trouser.

By adding in the great linen/cotton mix blazer in this cornflour blue it will just complete the outfit suitable for any occassion. The single breasted blazer is perfect to create length and keep the upper body looking slim.









lots of love
Lisa

Day 18 Time for Hollister

It's day 18 and I thought I would throw in Hollister, a store that causes controversy whenever you speak to anyone. We don't like the layout of Hollister, the darkness of the store, the booming loud music ( now I'm showing my age! ), the intense smell of the perfume/aftershave BUT we all still shop in there whether it be for ourselves or our children because we love the feel of the garments on our skin and the quality in which they are made.

I have selected a couple of different style tops which go so beautifully with the lovely lace shorts I have also found. This is a very casual brand that works for many who prefer a more casual and natural look.

This is a lovely strapless teal top which accentuates the waist and gives the body frame a great shape.

Loving this simple floral print peplum style t.shirt with the capped sleeve. It will help hide the tummy if you so wish and the sleeve helps rebalance the upper body.

As for the shorts, I think the days have gone when I may wear them this short but I just loved the femininity of the lace detailing on the hem and how adding any t.shirt to these shorts will create a very soft look....beautiful.

The flip flops are leather and just add in a different use of colour and fabric. These little lovelies will go with almost anything in your wardrobe.

lots of love

Lisa