A/W 2015/16 Trends: Winter Floral Dress

Can you wear floral in the fall? YES, YES, YES!

Summer style is full of brilliantly blooming floral designs that work for any warm weather occasion, whether you are off to a picnic, the beach or even a wedding. Sadly for us living on European soil, summer is now long gone and stores are all stocked up in cosy fall knits, which I do love but there is a side of me that envies the South American heat my family is currently enjoying. And even though things are to turn a lot colder in the next couple of months, one question that I get a lot is: do florals work for winter? Well, rest your fashion-addicted minds because yes they do! Florals shouldn't be kept hidden away until the sun shines brightly again. If you, like me, love your flowery patterns have no doubt that you do not need to part with your floral threads just because the weather outside is slightly more grey and chilly. 

Sporting winter florals however does require a few rules of thumb to be kept in mind to make sure you aren't choosing seasonally unsuitable prints; stay away from playful summer patterns, neon or pastel! Instead make sure your outfit shows that you are well aware of the season change by choosing the right colour palette, the right fabric and appropriate accessories.

Keep in mind 5 Basic Tips:

1. As tempting as it may be to walk out of the house wearing that floral mini dress you loved in the summer, frostbite for fashion is a no-go. For warmth, opt for Long-sleeved pieces as an alternative, they will keep you cosy and trendy.

2. As I said before, stay away from neon or any other colours that “pop” too much. Reach for Deeper Shades, colours that scream fall and that will make a seasonal difference in your closet. Plum, burgundy, ebony and dim grey for example are key fall shades that work extremely well with floral prints.

3. Want to wear that floral skirt? No problem! Never underestimate the power of a good (may I add) pair of Tights under florals. This is my favourite tip because a simple pair of black tights can really change your summer staples into pieces that will work just as well through fall.

4. Layers are your best friend! A thick fisherman sweater, a wool scarf, or an oversized coat can transform a summery look into a fall-ready getup. And if in doubt, grab that leather jacket you've had for years, because if Ralph Lauren is layering floral looks for fall with leather outerwear, then so can you!

5.  To help transition your florals into winter, Accessories are a safe bet. OTK or ankle boots are hot this season, as are leather clutches and metal jewellery. These are sure to take you straight to fall chic mode and I bet you already have all of these things sitting in your closet.

And above all, Have Fun and make sure you are comfortable in what you are wearing. These are tips only, after all rules are meant to be broken, especially when it comes to fashion!

Wine Floral Dress*: Shein (here) // Long Line Coat: Vero Moda (here)

Mocha Brown Suede Boots: Fashion Thirsty (similar here) // Lipstick: Nyx Matte in Alabama (here)

What do YOU think about florals for winter? Let me know below! 

Thanks for reading beauties!

xoxo

*Items sent by the brand. All opinions are my own (disclaimer here).

My November Favourites 2015

October was very uneventful when it came to gathering my monthly favourites, mostly because what I had been loving throughout August & September seemed to stick for October too. November however was all about revisiting some of my old favs as well as discovering a few new ones. 

Beauty Favourites

Urban Decay Naked Smoky Palette | £38
I raved and raved about this beauty here and ever since the air has turned colder, this is the palette I have been reaching for daily. Despite being designed for the creation of smoky eyes, I find this little gem extremely versatile, allowing me to come up daytime looks too, thanks to its lighter shades, High and Combust. If you wish to see a more detailed review as well as swatches, check out my previous post here.

Royal Apothic Body Lotion | £14.50

Lotion is a winter must and my dry skin has for sure been secretly thanking me for slapping this all over right after a hot shower. If you remember seeing this before, I got this on my last Glossybox (see all contents here) and I am so glad I did because I wouldn't have known about it otherwise. I won't describe its scent because I wouldn't be doing it any justice with my failed sense of smell. But I find it to be an incredibly nourishing body lotion with the right consistency and texture, that is absorbed at a speedy rate and doesn't feel sticky or oily. LOVE this!

Lanolips 101 Ointment | £7.99

If you are a dry lip sufferer like me, you will know how hard it is to find something that actually works. This however, outperforms all other types of lip balms, giving them a natural shine and healing sore lips as well as corners of the mouth. Boots sell a multitude of lip products which stay on momentarily but I know when I put Lanolips, my lips will feel nourished instantly and for longer. It does cost a bit more than ordinary lip balms, but I am finding it to be well worth its price tag. This is another Glossybox find, this time from the October instalment (here).

Miss Dior Eau de Toilette | £46.32

This is my 3rd bottle already and I can't have rave enough about it (and I won't). In a nutshell, this exudes femininity with its elegant and fruity smell which is also sweet but not too over the top. I will even go as far as saying that this is my all time favourite perfume, and one that I will surely repurchase over and over again in the foreseeable future.

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Concentrated Cream* | £1.99

Dry limps anyone? With this, you only need the smallest amount to moisturise even the driest skin. I use it as an intensive hand and foot cream too, and it leaves both my hands feet so soft and supple, and looking like I have had a mani and pedi done. Even though its consistency is thicker than your usual hand cream, it is non-greasy and absorbs quickly. And to top it all off, it has that amazing Cocoa Butter we all love. This stuff is seriously amazing!

Fashion Favourites

CLUSE La Bohéme Gold White/Pink Watch* | €89.95

A new watch was on my Christmas wishlist but Santa came a little earlier this year! When Cluse got in touch, I could hardly say no to a beauty such as this one. This model features an ultra thin case with a 38 mm diameter which is a little larger than what I would usually wear, but it is crafted with such precision that I find it nothing less than sophisticated and elegant. Better yet, if I get tired of the pink strap, it can be easily interchanged for the various colours available. This has not left my wrist ever since it arrived and I am sure I will wear it continuously throughout fall and spring.

High Street Outlet Kennedy Large Blanket Scarf* | £6.99

Fall wouldn't be complete without a vibrant tartan plaid scarf, and this stunningly soft and cosy scarf is match made in heaven for the chilly days ahead of us. Just like the watch, this has been my every day companion and I love how expensive it looks despite its tiny price tag. Amazing quality, amazing store, amazing prices; check them out here.

What are your favourites this month? Let me know below or leave your links so I can check them out!

Thanks for reading beauties and wishing you all a nice week ahead!
25 days until Christmas Eve, eeeeeep!

xoxo

*Items sent by the brands. All opinions are my own (disclaimer here).

Winter is Finally Here: Fashion Inspiration Board

Photos: Pinterest

Passing by to wish you beauties a fashionable and stylish week ahead! 

Monday can wait. 

xoxo

Christmas Novelty Fashion Wishlist

Behold, Christmas related posts left, right and centre! First of all, #sorrynotsorry. Second of all, less than 45 days till the most magic night of the year. Am I the only one super excited? Being the Christmas lover that I am, I cannot wait to unleash some serious Christmassy related posts I have lined up for you all. But today I thought I’d start off easy, warming up to the big ones yet to come.

I love celebrating the true meaning of Christmas, having quality and bonding family time, being off work, and obviously, the whole eating involved (fun fact: we Brazilians eat non-stop from the 24th until the 26th). I love that part so much that things become a whole lot easier when I am in big jumpers, comfy pjs and generally warm and stretchy clothing. This year, I am lucky enough to have booked more than 2 weeks off work so endless couch time, constant stuffing my face and movie marathons are amongst the things I have planned. Thus it seemed only fair to put together a wishlist for some of the things I really want to get my hands on to make this Christmas the most comfy read fatty ever. In style of course, after all I am fashion blogger and what better time to dress up in all sorts of colours and fun prints than Christmas!

Top Row: Penguin T-shirt // Fairisle Jumper // Tartan Blanket Wrap // Penguin Jumper
Bottom Row: Reindeer Jumper // Snowman Pjs // Tartan Scarf // Minnie Gloves // Santa Gloves // Polar Bear Leggings

Admittedly, I have already started Christmas shopping (and yes it mostly involves Disney items) but one cannot simply have too many cute jumpers. These items are all super affordable, ie. perfect for me and my bank account. Now Christmas just needs to hurry up and get here already.

What is on your wishlist this Christmas? Let me know below! 

Thanks for reading beauties and have a nice weekend ahead!

xoxo