spring in print

Primarily due to my heavily tattooed nature, and, not forgetting, my true love of black, I'm not often one for print. It can really send out a real - look, I'm a peacock - kinda vibe. Not so much my thing.

Something must be in the air - as I've recently added a few print-related items to my wardrobe. I feel sticking to certain earthy tones, which I am drawn to and feel super versatile, makes the print thing work. In anticipation of a trip to Cannes, and my undying hope that spring will return to this gloomy land, I've fallen for these items and their styling possibilities. Be prepared to see them over IG and the blog in the coming months. Links below to some key favs.

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fav places to shop

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Last year, I was asked over on Instagram if I could make a list of my fav places to shop: so, here I am - finally - doing just that. I've separated the list out primarily based on expenditure, which, naturally, can be a delicate subject - but hopefully helps a little; as well as adding a snappy comment about the store. Let's go.

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TopShop: easy on the budget, with great basics. A go-to for me.

Nasty Gal: gotta pick & choose, but some good, super budget friendly finds.

Urban Outfitters: not somewhere I frequent like crazy, but love it for bras + bodysuits.

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Free People: a lot of fav pieces here, that I've found to last for years.

Me + Em: kinda on the CC option, too - on the high-end of high-street: excellent quality, tailored pieces.

& Other Stories: a little more attention to quality & cuts, and, for want of a better phrase, a more 'grown up' selection.

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Revolve: awesome brand selection, great service to Europe now, too.

For Love & Lemons: quite pricey for what it is, but I do love a lot of what they put out there.

Reformation: ethical af, killer garments. Great place to hit up if you suddenly realise you don't have a dress for that wedding you don't wanna go to.

The Kooples: true love. Excellent sales.

All Saints: great elevated basics.

Pixie Market: great place to find something a bit diff. to the standard high-st.

Thomas Sabo: loads of killer jewellery pieces, starting at reasonable price points.

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Gucci: obvs...the best.

Louis Vuitton: in ma top 3, designer wise.

Net-A-Porter: tip: create an account, add your fav items to a wish-list, and you'll see when items go on sale: win. Their returns process is also easy af.

SSense: ultimate high-end, online place to shop. Their sales are killer, they stock great brands, and I personally love the simple navigation on their site.

My Theresa: always a great selection, their buyers clearly know what's up.

Matches: sign up for emails: great discount days.

Luisaviaroma: awesome selection, and an excellent reward point system: make sure you sign up for the points.

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The Great Frog: you prob know, I adore their jewellery.

The Last Line LA: such awesome jewellery.

Golden Grove Jewellery: more drool-worthy jewels.

Rock N Rose: headscarfs - say no more.

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Best of Sale

OK, guys...there's some good sales out there. I didn't see this one coming, to be honest - but after checking my promo e-mails in my inbox, and having a little look around - damn! There's a lot of Balenciaga at 40% off - and, well - this naturally caught my attention. 

I've put together my top places to catch some sweet deals - as always, shop responsibly! 

Browns

Up to 50% off. The below boots (always on my wish-list) now 40% off.

Harvey Nichols

Up to 60% off: including Loewe & Gucci.

Matches

Up to 50% off. Selected items I'd invest in: Miu Miu ballerinas, Saint Laurent heels, Isabel Marant Etoile jacket. 

Ssense

One of my top 5 places to shop online, and boom - now up to 70% off sale items. (Pls note: there's Acne leathers at 50% off)

All Saints

If you've been following me for some time, you probably know I love All Saints. 

Their sale is up to 50% off. I own this, I love this.

24Sevres

A new site I've been perusing - I like this one. Sale items; up to 50% off. High up there for me it this versatile Balenciaga skirt. This one could end up in my shopping basket...

Asos

Up to 50% off (a great place for an NYE number)

Nordstrom

Up to 50% off (if I lived in the U.S: this would be mine) Also love this Acne jumper & Loewe biker.

Free People

A whole new bunch of markdowns have been added, including on a wide range of dresses, plus sale on sale!

Net-A-Porter

Up to 50% off - love the Off-White selection. These red Balenciaga knife mules are heavily reduced, & these awesome tartan plaid Miu Miu ballerinas are under £300.

TopShop

Another one that's up to 50% off - gold jumpsuit for just over £20, anyone?

Missguided

25% off EVERYTHING, with code: XMASLOVE

MyTheresa

Up to 60% off. Coveting this Miu Miu skirt, Balenciaga platform boots, By Marlene Birgir jeans.

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The Black Friday Post

I'd like to start this out by saying I'm not the biggest fan of Black Friday for its mass consumerism - & people buying for the sake of buying. However, let it be said that if a brand you love offer a discount, on something you were already hoping to purchase before Black Friday - then...well, I'm in. Does that make sense? Great! Let's do this.

Barneys NY
Up to 40% off. And that Balenciaga I'm obsessed with? Yup, in the sale...
Other Balenciaga goodies on sale here, along with other killer brands.

Nasty Gal
30% off everything!
Cami NYC
25% off everything, including sale items, with code: BF2017
Anthropologie
20% off everything, with code: ITSYOURS
Whistles
25% off all full-priced items - love this coat & jumper.
All Saints
Truly on the list for me shopping wise - always. Perfectly cut leather jackets, quality jeans & denim, boots and excellent basics. The time is now to invest if you've been debating an All Saints piece - everything on their site is 30% off! (For US readers - you can knock 40% off the price!!) Of course, I would recommend investing in the ultimate coat:

TopShop

Up to 50% off selected items (love this coat)

Urban Outfitters

Up to 50% off! I've been after this cardigan as it's such a good basic - and reduced to £27.00 is super reasonable.

Mango

30% off the entire site! Enter code: BLACK17 at check-out.

SmartBuyGlasses

Up to 70% off a huge range (My fav pair of Celine's - currently 30% off)

Monnier Freres

25% off everything on the site with code: BLACKFRIDAY

(With brands that are hard to find on sale like Loewe)

Shopbop

Up to 75% off: use codE: MORE17 

The Outnet

An extra 50% off already discounted designer items.

Luisaviaroma 

20% off on selected items - if there's a high-end piece you've been coveting, it could be on offer here. A great place for European buyers to shop.
ByAlona
Awesome jewellery from this London brand, all 30% off with code: BFRIDAY30
Feel Unique
Beauty deals, up to 60% off, & 20% off fragrance - perfect for gifting.

Nordstrom

A great US site and some mega deals going on. I've picked out a few key pieces: Chloe Faye, - 33% off,  Sea Houndstooth Cardigan - 40% off (I adore this) Miu Miu Ballerinas - 40% off, Gucci Heels - 40% off, Chloe Boots - 40% off. I wouldn't hang around on any of these if I were you...

Beauty Bay
A great selection of skincare & make-up brands (I shop at BB frequently) and if you've never been there before, or have some make up bits or gifts you're in need of purchasing - this week may be a pretty good time to do so: there's 30% off EVERYTHING.
That Gucci Watch
This was my 30th birthday present, and a magical one at that. Not easy to find Gucci on offer like this, especially new - but I've found it for 37% off! The entire site is up to 75% off for Black Friday.

Saks

Up to 40% off major labels.

ASOS

A go-to place for everyday wear - up to 60% off.
Just added: get 20% off everything with code: WIN20
Missguided
50% off the entire site! A great place to pick up a dress for the festive season ahead, like this one.
Neiman Marcus
One of the best places for designer items. I'm holding back a little cry, as my dream Balenciaga babies are mega reduced. Up to 40% off on Miu Miu, Balenciaga, Acne, McQueen...to name but a few.

Net-A-Porter (US)

The ultimate online shopping site - has to be Net. Their sale offers up to 50% off!

Shop responsibly guys! xo

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