Winter Boots – Bringing the Sexy Back

I have been searching for a pair of black over the knee winter boots for a couple of seasons now but nothing was really tickling my fancy in terms of the price I was going to have to pay for no real point of difference. I am certainly not shy when it comes to shelling out the cash for a good pair of shoes, however I like them to be a little bit special.

Yet again I’m a little disappointed with what is out there so I’m thinking flag the over the knee flat variety and go for a sexy, stiletto heeled black ankle boot. I plan on wearing these to do the groceries as well as out for a night on the town (these days whipping to the supermarket for another box of nappies is a far more frequent occurrence than sipping cocktails in a classy bar!) so they will still need to be (somewhat) comfortable.

We head to Australia in a couple of weeks so I’m going to refrain from purchasing online until I’ve had a good look through David Jones (and many other stores!), but here is what is catching my eye on the internet so far, as well as some images to show you the look I’m channeling.

1. Ginger & Smart Obsession Ankle Boots

2. Siren Bronni

3. Witchery Poppy Ankle Boot

4. Pulp Hollie

5. Sam Edelman Sandy Suede and Calf Hair Ankle Boots

all images via my Fashion Pinterest board

Four under Fifty

image via Look De Pernille

Pernille Teisbaek of Look De Pernille fame has me craving a black shirt after posting this classic look recently on her blog.

I went on a web hunt to find four options for this wardrobe staple, all under $50.

1. Paris Utility Shirt – Dotti

2. Tie Front Blouse – Glassons

3. Marley Draped Front Shirt – Cotton On

4. Jada Button Through Oversized Chiffon Shirt – Boohoo

 

Finding a Theme

Our home has a scandi inspired neutral colour palette and I like to build a style or theme in each room through layering pieces that I accumulate over time. I will hold off until I find exactly what I’m looking for, even if I’m not quite sure what it is until I see it!

Axel’s room is a reflection of this process. I’m glad we left his gender as a surprise as it has been so much fun creating his space as I get to know his personality – he is definitely adventurous (a.k.a a crazy crawling mad man who is into everything and must be followed at all times to avoid trips to A & E due to falls!).

I was looking around the other day at the bits and pieces I have added, or he has been gifted, since his arrival, and his copy of Where the Wild Things Are struck me as the perfect colour palette to continue to build into his room. The walls are a taupe / grey and we seem to have already added pops of black, white, silver, moody blue and soft green. See previous posts of Axel’s room here, here , here and here.

I have a number of things in mind for what I want to add to his room when the bank balance allows it! First things on my hit list are changing the orange curtains to fresh white ones, and then bringing in a black and white floor rug to anchor the space.

Here are some of the things on my wish list for Axel’s room, with the cover of Where The Wild Things Are as the inspiration…

1. Let Liv Cotton Striped Floor Rug

2. Blacklist Adventure Giant Wall Flag

3. Alphabet Monkey Ashkii Brave Teepee Cot Sheet

4. KM2 Creative Indigo Blue Felt Ball Garland

5. Kolor Berlin Toys and Stuff Storage Bags

6. Silke Bonde Fox and Hedgehog Posters

7. Ourlieu Jungle Kitty Cushion

8. Jamie Kay Soft Grey Cot Blanket

 

 

Perfect Nook

I love clever use of space and nooks seem to be featuring a lot in new builds and renovations these days. This, however, is a particularly perfect little nook combining three of my favourite things; black, marble and gold. Functional and classy.

images via

Cool Colour Combo

I’m loving the luxe look of navy, black and gold. The interior images below show how combining these rich hues can really bring a sense of drama to a room.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone x

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Splurge Vs Save

Lace Espadrilles for the warmer months are on my mind at the moment… I’m dreaming of summer already!

Splurge – Valentino Leather Trimmed Lace Espadrilles / Net-A-Porter

Save – Jeffrey Campbell Nia Lace Espadrilles / Shopbop

Current Fashion Faves

Although the last couple of days here in Christchurch have been warm, winter is definitely around the corner. I am ready to rug up and layer my daytime looks to beat the chill.

Here is a round up of looks that have been catching my eye for the cooler months – namely neutrals, ripped denim, black, leather and stripes.

 

Images via my Pinterest

My Dream Apartment

Black, white, gold and marble… in Paris… need I say more?!

images Ando Studio via Home Adore

Pleased as Punch…

with our new duvet from Kip & Co. that I posted about last week here.

Pictures as promised via my Instagram.