Layers on layers on layers!

My favourite thing to do in winter is layering! That favourite dress of yours that you think you can't wear in winter is now ready to be taken out the wardrobe again girl. Thanks to layering everything is possible! Autumn is a difficult season as you never really know what to wear. Just yesterday I was on the tube wearing my new padded jacket for colder days and it was wayyy too hot. The next day I thought I'm not doing the same mistake twice, so I threw on my good old leather jacket, which is not too warm but still good for this kind of weather. As soon as I left the house I felt cold, lol, typical. It's like leaving your umbrella at home because it hasn't rained for days, and then it suddenly starts raining. Anyways, that's where layering is very helpful - put on one more layer just in case it gets cold and if you're too warm, just take it off. 

Here are 3 quick tips for you on how to layer:

1. Style

Choose your favourite style to layer first. It's not it's not only about knits, you can layer a chic blouse with a cardigan, a dress with a sweater or simply a fur gilet that can be thrown over your leather jacket to keep you warm.

2. Texture

What I like the most about layering is the texture of the fabric. There are so many different ones and it keeps the outfit interesting. Make sure that the clothes you want to layer are not heavy knits, it'll make it difficult to layer and still look stylish. Knit layers should be light and easy to throw on.

3. Material

Knitwear is an essential in winter and therefore you shouldn't be stingy about it. Cheap materials can be itchy on your skin, look worn out after the first couple washings and just don't keep you as warm as expected. Invest in knits! 

Love, Drea

xxx

Outfit details:

Dress: Asos

Cardigan: New Look

Sandal Heels: Asos

Is it that time of the year again?

Yes it is that time of the year again where seasonal change is starting to get to me and I start panicking because I'm not ready yet. I'm the kind of person you see on the street wearing sandals until the last sun ray is gone and wearing skirts without tights until I get sick for the first time and I will never learn from it. I know, I'm rolling my eyes at myself, lol. Besides not being prepared to let summer go, I haven't even thought about the new autumn trends yet, not to mention giving though to a colour scheme though I can kinda tell what I'm feeling right now. A few weeks ago I sorted out my wardrobe and gave a lot of old stuff that I wasn't even wearing anymore to charity. I actually love how "empty" my wardrobe looks now compared to before and I will try to keep it minimal from now on. (No promises!) So last weekend I decided to research in some trends and do some online shopping for the much needed knitwear and I thought it might be helpful for everyone struggling to get their game on like me, to have a little "get-started-guide".

1. Think about a colour scheme

As much as we want, we can't buy 6 different coats in different colours and on top of that matching clothes for 20 different outfits. Nah! That's not how budgeting works. Try to decide on 2-4 colours you would like to match for the new season and try adapt to it. 

2. What are the new trends?

Research on autumn/winter trends and decide which ones you would like to go for and which ones are just not for you. Nothing's wrong with taking out your old knitwear and mix it up with some new items. Be considerate of what you buy and ask yourself if you'll still wear it next season. 

3. Choose your favs

It is good to have some main pieces you can just match everything with such as a coat, favourite pants, a jumper, boots and maybe even a dress. Choose your favs and build up your shopping on these key items - it'll be a lot easier for you to find different outfit combinations. 

4. Outfit planning

 Before you click that "check out" button or run to the till think about your outfits and see if you have something you can wear the items you're about to buy with or else you'll either end up running to the store again to buy more clothes or return items. 

I hope this helps to plan your autumn outfits!

Love, Drea

xxx

Details:

Lace up knit dress: Prettylittlething

Autumn Essentials: Knitwear

 The weather has changed dramatically and currently I don't really know what to wear as it's cold in the mornings and gets warm in the afternoon. You basically go from freezing to sweating back to freezing by the time you leave work - typical autumn weather! But  no need to complain and take out your knitwear! Knitwear is probably the my favourite wardrobe essential as it's so versatile and matches with literally everything  and on top of that, you don't have to freeze your bum off, lol. I recently came back from a weekend in Berlin and I well remember that I left London in sandals on a Friday afternoon as it was quite warm, but when I got back on Sunday night, I was wishing for my UGG boots and a parker, lol. I don't even understand how weather changes this quickly here. First thing I did getting in my Uber home was ordering some knits - I think I was in shock at that moment. But this beautiful two-piece was one of the purchases and I'm sharing it with you guys because this is probably the best knit two-piece that I ever had. I must admit, it hurt my bank account a little as it's more expensive than you would'd expect knitwear to be but I'm telling you, it was all worth it! The quality of the material is way better and it feels very soft on my skin even without wearing tights. You can wear it with or without thighs as it keeps you quite warm. Obviously when it gets colder now, it's advisable to wear tights and some nice boots and a lined leather jacket with it or even just throwing a parker over. I paired it with a dusty pink bomber and matching trainers as in my opinion grey goes very well with pink. 

More autumn trends are coming up soon, stay tuned!

I will leave the outfit details for you guys below!

Have a great Sunday! 

Love, Drea

xxx

Details:

Knitwear-Set: J.O.A // Top & Skirt

Bomber: Asos 

Trainers: Reebok 

5 Denim Fashion Essentials

Denim has made a major comeback this year and wearing denim from head to toe is not unusual anymore. From jacket to boots and accessories, everything is worn in a denim version now and I personally love it a you can probably tell from my recent posts! Denim is a staple in everyones closet as it can be worn casual and chic in the right combinations. I've listed my personal denim essentials for you guys to know what can't be missed in your wardrobe. 

1. Denim Jacket

I'm in love with my ripped denim jacket & there are loads of variations now. Distressed, not distressed, different washing, drawn on paint or even with cute patches. Be creative!

2. Denim Jeans

Ripped Jeans have become an essentials in everyone's waredrobe. I'm rolling my eyes remembering the days when my dad wanted me to go change to normal jeans, lol.

3. Denim Shirt

An all denim outfit is always a good idea for a casual day and a denim shirt basically fits with everything and can be worn in different ways: Off shoulder, tied up, as a light jacket or as a normal shirt.

4. Denim Choker

All denim, everything denim - Even the accessories! Check out my DIY denim choker here.

5. Denim Skirt

Take out your good old denim skirt! We all have that one denim skirt in our closet and now it's time to revive it.

Love, Drea

xxx

Outfit details

Denim Jacket: Missguided

Long wrap blouse: Missguided

Ripped Jeans: H&M

Slides: Puma x Fenty

Shades: Quay Australia

Positive Mind, Positive Vibes, Positive Life!

In the past six months I've realised more than ever how important positivity in life is. Simply getting up in the morning on a good note with positive thoughts can make your whole day a lot better. It's in people's nature to complain a lot, especially in european countries because we're spoilt, but it doesn't get us anywhere. I'm trying to stay away from any trouble, arguments or negativity to keep my mind on track. I keep telling myself that I don't need negativity in my life and it's almost religious for me now. I rarely get into arguments, fights or anything else that's not based on a positive note. Accept what you can't change and move on with life the best way possible. Not everything is always going well but to keep the head up and thinking positive will turn around the situation. They can change to something better when you approach them in a good mindset, no matter how bad they are. People mistake the roots of happiness sometimes and rely on other people. You can't sit there and wait for friends, family or the partner to make you happy if you're not happy with yourself in the first place. They're an addition to your life, to your own happiness, they're not your happiness. 

Life is about making the best out of it, try to be the version of yourself and learn from your own and other people's mistakes. But most importantly, keep praying. Prayers will become reality if you just have faith.

On that note, have a great weekend everyone!  

Love, Drea

xxx

Outfit details

Bardot Denim Shirt: River Island

Midi Skirt: Prettylittlething

Sandals: Asos

Velvet Choker: Asos

DIY Denim Choker

Cut it, cut it, cut it, cut it.. Your price is way to high you need to cut it! I've officially jumped on the choker hype - sorry not sorry! Chokers just look cute and they go with basically every outfit. There were a lot of critics about Kim K and her denim choker recently saying that - how people said - it looked like she just cut an old pair of jeans and call it choker. Why not though? I'm not a big fan of hers but people just need to stop hating for no reason, lol. I think it's a great idea and that's why I tried it myself. We don't always have to spend loads of money to buy new stuff, just recycle your old pair of jeans that you don't wear anymore and use it for something creative like this. To be honest, I rarely have these creative phases where I wanna make something myself but this is just easy to make for a not really handy person like me. 
When I had the idea last night, I was actually clearing out my wardrobe to give some stuff to charity and I found these old pair of jeans from 4 years ago that I don't wear anymore... or rather don't fit in anymore, oopsi...! Anyways, while I was cutting my jeans, I was so determined to make it look pretty just like a little kid drawing a painting for mommy, lol. I was even a little proud when I finished and then I thought, let me dig in my untidy draws and find some old accessories to pimp this choker... and my search was successful! See the results below! 
Oh, I added the material and instructions you need below as well! Have fun!

Love, Drea

xxx

Material:

Old pair of jeans
Tape measure
Pen

Scissors 

Accessories

Instructions:

- Measure & Draw -
Have a tape measure or anything that'll help drawing a straight line where you want to cut

- Cut it -

Cut a a string off your pair of jeans.

Make sure it is the size you want it to be and try to cut as straight as possible.

Don't cut it too close from the ankle part as it might be too tight for your neck.

- Fringe it out -

I just used my hands but you can also use a brush for it.

- Divide it -

Cut it in the back to be able to adjust it perfectly to your neck.

- Add accessories - 

Add a silk ribbon, an old ring or any little pendant you can find.

DONE!

Life Balance

You weren't summer ready this year? Don't worry, I wasn't either. Being comfortable in your body is a challenge these days as people tend to look at Instagram and Photoshopped models and think that's how we're supposed to look like. We're not because no one actually looks like a Photoshopped person but you have to be comfortable in your body. Obviously most of the people are trying to keep themselves fit but sometimes it is just harder than it seems. Ever since I moved to London, I gained a good few pounds, not even gonna lie, I feel uncomfortable in my own body. New city, new friends, trying out new restaurants.. This all sounds great but not to forget about the stress that comes with it and I'm a person who eats, when I'm stressed. Well, you get to the point where you just wanna hit the gym and do something about it, but what's stopping you? Laziness? Better things to do? Enjoying food too much? As simple as it sounds, if you're not comfortable in your body, do something about it. Go to the gym, change your eating habits and get started on that fitness journey. Getting fit doesn't mean you have to turn your life upside down but a few adjustments will help and get you where you want to be. It's all about balancing work and life and if you want, you'll make time to have a gym session before or after work. If you think you can't do it alone, you can! If you have a gym buddy, even better, but it's not a must. This is your body, your goal and you alone have to focus on it. I'm telling you, it's hard! Especially when you're tired after work and you just wanna have a tea and get into bed and I'm sure I'm not the only one who feels like that but you just gotta make it work for yourself, for your goals and for being comfortable in your body.
Don't let magazine models get to you, no one ever said you have to look like them. A few pounds more on your hips won't hurt anyone and you probably slay those curves anyways, just make sure that you're comfortable in you skin, that's all that matters. 

On that note, I'm off to the gym now!

Oh before I forget, I haven't said anything about my outfit yet, lol. I'm LOVING my camo jacket and I can't live without it anymore. It just fits to all my simple skirts and dresses and turns my boring outfit into a very stylish one. Btw, loving how Patricia Bright rocks her camo jacket with an all white outfit here!
This time I've worn an all khaki look with a figure hugging midi vest dress and the camo jacket as an off shoulder jacket paired with some comfortable sandals and a simple clutch. Very simple outfit but the jacket is still a highlight! I'm totally into the off shoulder look, especially with shirts or jackets because it gives a little extra to every outfit & I added golden accessories to give the outfit a little glam. 

I hope you guys like it! I linked the outfit details below.

Love, Drea

xxx

Details
Dress: Zara
Jacket: Asos
Sandals: Asos
Clutch: Versace
Necklaces: Zara (in store)