Sping's ultimate ankle boot edit

 Levi 501 jeans, £75, Zalando; Jazz hands boots, £75, Office

Previously restricted to black, tan and leopard print colour ways ankle boots have been fully revived for the summer. You can now fully mix it up with: white, red, metallic and serpent-print boots! I've compiled an edit of the sleekest styles to see you through until next spring...

If you're still coveting (or wearing) Toppers trusty Allegra's or a pair of Acne's Pistol boots and are keen to stick with the classic black styles that you know and love best, opt for a new style that's adorned or embellished with some detail. It's a simple and less scary alternative to a bright, bold style that you may love online or instore and then be too self concious to wear in real life. Consider, fringing, metallic accents and quirky contrasting heels - geometric heels are great way to tap into trends this season with a multitude of cone, square and oval shapes in perspex, wooden and metal styles available across the high street.

Replace almond-toed boots and make a point with super pointed styles or square-toed pairs in the style of Celine. Two of this season's favourite shapes, they both work as well with cropped flares as they do when worn to toughen up dresses and skirts.

If like me, your childhood dream was to live in the Little House on the Prairie or as Calamity Jane, then this season's Western revival makes for wonderful news. Sadly cowboy boots will never, never suit me but, Toga's buckle-lead styles always provide and inspire an array of contemporary Western-inspired alternatives: including River Island's lace-up super wearable stacked heel style.

White: Maria chelsea boots, £79, Topshop; Strut boots, £160, KG Kurt Geiger; Leather ankle boots, £125, Uterque

Metallic: Elasticated heeled boots, £17.99, Zara; Maria chelsea boots, £79, Topshop; Jazz hands boots, £75, Office

Western: Tan peep toe boots, £65, River Island; Jackal cut out boots, £78, Office; Jagger buckle boots, £78, Office

Serpent: Boots, £125, Uterque; Snake print boots, £30, Next; Boots, £45, Marks & Spencer


Tweet me @SarahRHarrison to let me know which ankle boots you're wearing this season.
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14 pieces you need in your wardrobe this Spring

Summer's fast approaching bringing with it the humdrum of new season colours, cuts and cult trends. I've compiled an easy, stoppable edit of my fourteen favourite pieces that are sure to see you till next summer.


1, Raw hem jeans
Whether you've diy-ed a raw hem for yourself (a ruler and some sandpaper are my go-to for distressed hems) or have purchased a love-worn pre-unhemmed style in store, thanks to Rachel Comey and Vetements the SS15 trend is set to continue into 2016.

With our beloved skinny jeans being systematically sacked off this season with kick flare, straight leg, cropped styles and culottes replacements (more on these here!) opting for and purchasing a raw hem style is a great way to re-approach your denim. Working as well with trainers as they do heels, a more relaxed fit enables you to easily dress your denim up or down, with brogues or boots.


2, Granny shoes 
Add a little retro spin to your new season staples with a pair of '80s inspired glove shoes. Feminine and super versatile, they're the perfect height for long days and evenings out. Style yours with everything from your favourite raw hem jeans and cross-body bags to dainty spring dresses and colourful knits.


3, Cross body bag
Easy to wear and available in a multitude of shades and sizes they're not only are they hands-free but an easy way to update any outfit. Super functional, the compact size of these styles encourages you to limit your daily essentials: ensuring that you don't end up lugging around everything but the kitchen sink! If you're looking to invest in a high-end style I'd recommend picking a timeless colour to ensure that you get the maximum wear from your new designer staple.

4, Bomber jacket

The bomber jacket has been back in favour for a while now, but with updated options available across the high street there's never been a better time to get involved. This spring opt for a colour pop satin style that's either printed, embellished or embroidered: detailing is key this season. Wear yours with a plain white tee and kick-flare jeans.

5, Metallic shoes

I currently find anything and everything iridescent totally irresistible, this post being case and point. Shiny shoes are such an easy way to add a little spring sparkle into your wardrobe, brightening up the gloomiest April Showers.

6, Pink roll neck

So *disclaimer alert* I don't actually own a pink roll neck, but...I really, really want one. Mainly this Uterque style (that I borrowed from my pal Alice) but I'm pretty open to other options as a pop of pink is always welcome in my wardrobe. Not only is a roll neck a really functional and flattering style but it's a super practical layering piece for chilly spring days.

7, Slip dress
When I was in LA (sob that I'm not anymore) I wore a slip dress basically every other day. They're light, super easy to style and can transition from day-to-night like nothing else - you can layer the style, sporting a grey/white/black/breton tee or roll neck underneath. Opt for clean silhouettes and absolute minimal lace detailing to avoid looking like your wearing lingerie.

8, Prairie blouse
This traditionally folk-inspired top has been toughened up for SS16, with ruffles, embroidery and fringing. Zara (as always) have the best variety here but there's currently £20 off this dreamy Miss Selfridge style!

9, Mules

Opt for styles with a manageable small block heel in a fun colour-ways to brighten up your Spring wardrobe. Office have a great variety of styles: I'll be wearing mine with cropped jeans and summer dresses.

10, Statement earrings
Whether you want to simply update your go-to Breton and jeans combo or are looking to accessorize a spring wedding outfit a pair of statement earrings goes a long way.

11, Updated white shirt/ruffle blouses

Catch up on why this season's updated white shirt got me excited and shop my three high street favourites here. Because I've kinda already covered this one I've cheekily combined it with the ruffled blouse. Victorian-inspired high neck styles are set to hit a whole new level of popularity when the 'Harry' blouse drops in-store at Marks & Spencer's (register interest in the style here), the highly anticipated Archive by Alexa collection is the high street collaboration to get involved with. Sure to make every outfit feel polished - wear yours with boyfriend jeans on the weekends.

12, Backpack

Backpacks are a touchy subject for me, as a commuter, I have a deep hatred for the spatially unaware people who get way too close for comfort on the tube: they're always carrying absurdly sized styles and I've been barged on one too many occasions. However, thanks to Burberry, Christopher Kane and Paul Smith - the versatile classic has been made over, styles are more directional with quirky prints and buckles adorning the coolest styles.

13, Backless shoes
Sliced back or entirely backless styles are one of the hottest trends this spring, seen on catwalks everywhere from Acne to Balenciaga. I love how curiously versatile the style is, some come entirely backless whilst others are designed with a collapsible heel: enabling you to transform them into a relaxed slip-on-style with total ease. I'll be wearing mine with a ruffle shirt and jeans.

14, Off-shoulder top

An off-the-shoulder silhouette is Spring's most seductive, yet demure trend. Optimise your tanning potential with a 'Bardot' top: shop and see my high street favourites here...
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Hike With Me: Runyon Canyon Park


Runyon Canyon Park may currently be closed but that doesn't mean you can't get your hiking fix. Come along with us as we hike one of Los Angeles most beloved routes before heading to Bungalow, Santa Monica.

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Trending: new season denim

Harry shirt, £39.99, Archive by Alexa at Marks & Spencer; Jeans, £29.99, Pull & Bear

Denim has received a huge overhaul this spring, with classic styles being wholly rebooted. Skinny jeans are officially out of favour, with denim styles with quirky details and freyed hems quickly becoming summertime staples.

I've compiled an edit of six styles which will revive and update your wardrobe... shop my favourites below!

The 'mom' jean
Iconic and effortlessly cool, this 90s inspired style instantly adds a retro edge to any look and looks so good when worn with a basic white tee and Converse. Not only is this on-trend denim cut super flattering with it's high waist sculpting your tummy and bum, the straight leg cut enables them to be worn rolled up to the ankles with trainers, pointed pumps and heels: perfect for every occasion.

The 'Vetements' jean
Thanks to the break out brand of the season (Vetements if you've been hiding under a rock) butchering your hems has never been more covetable. Renowned for re-inventing vintage styles Vetements' raw, staggered hem style were the jean of choice for Editor's last LFW, but at £880 a pair hacking your hems with a pair of scissors was the only viable choice until H&M's offering. If your lucky enough to get your hands on a pair, wear them with everything and anything!

The embroidered jean
Designers got a little crafty for pre-fall '15 with colourful handiwork at Gucci and Alice + Olivia adorning denim on the catwalk. Channeling a bohemian insousience embroidered denim is as popular again this summer: toughen yours up with ankle boots.

The raw hem jean
Renew your blues with a raw hem. Whether yours is a DIY job or shop bought, there's never been a better time to give your jeans a cool, lived-in look with a fashion forward frayed hem. Turn heads by wearing yours to work with granny shoes and a classic Bella Freud jumper.

The kick flare
This one is, in my book, the most difficult jean to wear: but also the most popular of these six. Whilst I've managed to avoid purchasing a pair, everyone I know has made up for this purchasing a kick flare in every desirable denim wash imagainable. Pair with a breton, patent ankle boots and cross-body bag for a desk-to-dinner look.

The loveworn boyfriend jean
Slouch around this summer in a pair of Levi 501's. This classic style has been given a loveworn update with raw hems and split knees, making it a perfect style for summer days in the city. Pretend your in LA and team yours with a grey tee and sandals.



The 'Mom' jean, £40 (30% goes to Breast Cancer Now) Topshop; The 'Vetements' jean, £39.99, H&M; The embroidered jean, £39, Glamorous; The raw hem jean, £29.99, Bershka; The kick flare, £36, Topshop; The distressed boyfriend jean, £115, Levis

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3 pairs of shoes you need now...

From back, Glove shoes, £39.99, Zara; Square toe 'Showbiz' heels,, £30, Asos; 'Jolene' shoes, £48, Topshop

The weather is finally warming up, and the idea of Spring trends is actually starting to make sense. Off-the-shoulder tops feel like they are an actual possibility this week: rather than just a pretty idea now the rain's momentarily stopped. 

I've put together a quick and manageable edit of three of my current favourite shoe trends that you can dress up (or down) this Spring. These three are certainly going to see me through this summer, finishing off your look by adding an accent, sparkle or point: the sun's out and

The 'granny shoe'
Add a little retro spin to your new season staples with a pair of '80s inspired glove shoes. Feminine and super versatile, they're the perfect height for long days and evenings out. I'm seriously comitted to this trend and currently own: the pictured, sleek cream leather Zara style, a black suede-ette H&M version and Topshop's grey 'Juno' offering. Wear yours with everything from your favourite raw hem jeans and cross-body bags to dainty spring dresses and colourful knits.

The block heel
The block heel can quite literally take you places styles like the stiletto can't. You can easily maneuver grass, escalators and walk the pavements for hours with no crippling heel pains: a all round win in my book. I really love this glitzy gold style from Asos, not only are they an affordable alternative to the classic but costly patent block-heel offerings from Valentino's and Marc Jacobs: they can instantly add glitz to your most love-worn jeans and plain tee - perfect for a spontaneous night out.

The multi-strap pointed pump
Taking a little inspiration from the ubiquitous 'Rock stud' these metallic pumps are perfect for the impending wedding season (more on this next week). Crafted from leather the pointed toe toughens up pretty looks whilst the seasonal metallic shade ads a covetable cool. I've been wearing mine with denim culottes and fluted tees.

Tweet me @SarahRHarrison to let me know which style you'll be shopping!
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Spring forward with colour

Up until today it has been so lovely and sunny it's actually started to feel a little like Spring, to celebrate this (and to distract from today's miserable weather) I thought I'd share some pictures with you from a recent test shoot I styled.

Photography: Antonio Milevcic
Make-Up & Hair Stylist: Lucinda Worth



Shirt, £59.99, Topshop; Trousers, £245, Kenzo at Liberty; Mules, £370, Loeffler Randall; Earrings, £50, Uterqüe 
Top, £25.99, Zara; Trousers, £110, Uterqüe

Jumper, £30, Asos; Jeans, £55, Levi at Urban Outfitters; Mules, £48, Office

Top, £18, Boohoo; Skirt, £240, Carven

Silk scarf, £39.50, Boden; Off-shoulder top, £32, Asos

Top, £160, Tara Jarmon

Cashmere Jumper, £695, Haider Ackermann; Trousers, £338, Max Mara; Trainers, £149, Senso
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Six pieces you need from the Archive by Alexa collection


The 'Harry' top in pink and white, £35, each, Archive by Alexa

Archive by Alexa is undoubtedly the most talked about high street collaboration of 2016. Down to the wearability, versatility and affordable price points, amongst my friends, it's surpassed Balmain's utterly balmy collab with H&M in terms of hype. If you're braving the queues tomorrow morning I reallllly hope you don't face the actual madness I witnessed (and survived) at the H&M x Balmain preview shop: but then again, I can't imagine people behaving badly in beloved Marks & Sparks.

The 31-piece collection has been carefully curated by Alexa Chung: your old fave T4 presenter and British style icon. Alexa's delved into M&S' archives (located within Leeds University, incase you were curious) selecting styles, cuts, patterns and prints to be lovingly updated with a fresh, modern spin. Classics have been reinvented and revived, while also giving a nod to this season's biggest trends - if you're looking to purchase the ubiquitous ruffle shirt this Spring look no further than the Harry shirt.

First thing Wednesday morning I'll be eagerly purchasing the dreamy 'Frances' khaki trench coat, inspired by a hard-wearing gabardine style from the 1950s and crisp pie-collared 'Harry Top' - I'm currently undecided between the white and baby pink styles. 

There's such a great variety of mix-and-match knits, classic tea and baby doll dresses so whatever you manage to get your hands on your sure to pick up a timeless style that'll see you through the next few summers!

This collaboration marks the first in Marks & Spencer's 'M&S & ...' series where the much loved high-street chain will be partnering up with both iconic and engaging new designers (such as Michael Van Der Ham and Kestin Hare) as well as and established fashion influencers (like Jourdan Dunn). I've seen previews of pieces from two of these partnerships and there's genuinely a piece for everyone in each.

Shop my six favourite pieces below when the collection drops in-store and online tomorrow (13th April):
Harry Top, £35; Frances Coat, £89; Edna Shirt, £35; Cora Bikini Top, £18; bottoms, £14; 
Ada Blazer, £49.50;  Helen Trainer, £49.50
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The off-the-shoulder top


The off-the-shoulder top has quickly become a wardrobe essential rather than just another Spring trend. Not only is it fun and a little flirty, the style is so effortless to wear: enabling you to dress a single style either down for a casual weekend or up for dinner and drinks.

Mix up the shoulder-less style with: waterfall sleeves, bohemian embroidery, romantic lace or stripes and embrace more than one of this season's trends.

A shoulder-showing silhouette provides proportion to outfits and is already becoming a standout feature on dresses,  jumpsuits and playsuits available across the high street. It's still a little chilly here to go full cold shoulder, so in the meantime layer over a turtleneck top (white over grey looks really cute.)

Regardless of your personal style the top of the season comes in every style imaginable, but for now, shop my edit of the 6 best currently on the high street...


Cotton off-shoulder top, £32, Warehouse; Structured Bardot Top, £32, Topshop; Bright Bardot Top, £12.99, New Look; Striped Bardot Top, £9.99 New Look; Off-the-shoulder Blouse, £7.99, H&M; Salvador Blouse, £139, Hobbs
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The contour edit:

Film Star Bronze and Glow in fair/medium, £49, Charlotte Tilbury; Shade & Illuminating Cream, £56, Tom Ford; Powder and Sculpt Brush, £35, Charlotte Tilbury; Sculpting Brush, £40, Rodial

Contouring was a thing long before Kim's infamous 'unblended' post, but it's a thing that's grown and grown in popularity ever since. So much so that brands like Rodial have actual contour bars in department stores and brands have launched contour palettes, combining blush, highlighter and bronzer all in one place; Smashbox's Step By Step Contour Kit is a gem. With hundreds of thousands of 'how-to contour' tutorials on YouTube there's never been an easier time to embrace and accentuate the angles of your face - should you want to.

You can contour with powder and/or a liquid foundation - as I'm definitely not a make-up artist I find powder an easier option to use as it's quick to apply and very easy to correct. However, if you're keen to try this out, use your own foundation with two others: one in a shade lighter and the other one darker. A stick foundation like Bobbi Brown's Foundation Stick, or Benefit's Play Stick Cream Foundation are great options to play around with to get a more subtly sculpted face as they're very blendable.

Prep your skin first for even coverage, by applying your usual foundation in whichever way you prefer (I've recently got into using a Kabuki brush) to create an even base. 

Step 1:
Map out your face, by tracing your temples with the darker foundation, using either the foundation stick directly or an angled brush loaded with the product - using specifically angled brushes like Real Techniques Sculpting Brush and Rodial's Sculpting Brush help ensure you get your product exactly where you want it and blended accordingly. Carry the darker shade along and against your hairline for a more natural toning - this is also a great trick if you have an unfortunate hairline (like me) or are conscious of your forehead.  

To accentuate your cheekbones, find the hollow part by placing your fingers on either side of your face and then applying the darker pigment just above where you feel your bones dip. Then dependant upon the shape of your nose, you can apply directly down both sides to narrow, bringing the product up into your brow to add length and width - ideal if you have a shorted nose.

Step 2:
Blend. Either with a stippling brush (Real Techniques and No7 have great options) or beauty blender tapping over the area of the darker contoured colour to merge it into your base foundation. By tapping in small circular motions - use the larger, rounder end of the blender as it gives you more space to work with. For a really natural look go over, and over, and over the area again to ensure it's really blended. When working on the nose use a shading brush to ensure that you've properly blended all the groves and creases. 

Step 3:
Hightlight! Concentrate the lighter foundation stick, or concealer underneath your eye area, an upside down triangle shapes helps conceal dark eye bags. You can opt to take the lighter product across your chin and up the centre of the nose, bringing this shade into the centre of your forehead. Work away any excess product with your damp beauty blender

Step 4: 
Powder. Set your look with a translucent powder (I'm currently loving L'Oreal's True Match Powder) and you're good to go!

Jumper, £30, Asos
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Trending: Bomber jackets

Jacket, £39.99, Zara; Tee, £14, Topshop; Jeans, £29.99, Pull & Bear

The bomber jacket has been back in favour for a while now, but after it was seen at Saint Laurent, Gucci and Louis Vuitton it's become the item to take you from winter to spring.

With updated options available across the high street there's never been a better time to get involved with the trend. This spring opt for a colour pop satin style that's either printed, embellished or embroidered: detailed satin bombers offer a feminine alternative to a usually utilitarian minimalism - however if this is your thing look for a thinly padded MA1 bomber-style.

Regardless of whether you pick a printed style (like me) or a minimal mod inspired cut, or both - team with a plain white tee and kick-flare jeans for a day-to-night piece.

Shop my edit of the best spring bombers below...
Jacquard Jacket, £59, Limited Edition at Marks & Spencer; Ebury Bomber, £650, Topshop Unique; Badged MA1 Bomber, £59, Topshop; Quilted Oriental Bomber, £65, Limited Edition at Marks & Spencer; Airtex Bomber, £49, Topshop; Navy Contrast Bomber, £29.99, New Look 

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The mascara edit

The right mascara has the ability to completely transform your look: elevating you from day-to-night with the application of an extra coat simply by lifting, curling and volumizing. I had such great feedback from my recent concealer edit that I thought I’d share my tried and tested favourites with you…




The eye-opening brush grabs, separates, lifts and curls - which is kind of everything you could ever really want or need from a mascara. It does such a phenomenal job at curling that you can use daily without having to pre-curl your eyelashes, which is a true game changer. Inspired by old-school velcro hair rollers the wand features flexible rubber hooks that very gently pull and lift your lashes up, curing them as you apply. Long lasting and affordable this is my all time favourite.

Smashbox Full Exposure, £19.50
This super chunky mascara from Smashbox realllllly packs on the volume, easy to layer (if you like a fuller look) it lengthens and fills without clumping. A great option for thick, added volume just be wary of flaking fibres.

Eyeko Curvy Brush Mascara, £15
Designed with a dramatically dense brush to coat lashes fully from root-to-tip it enables you to builds up either a natural or super full-lash with ease - depending upon your desired look. The fibre-enhanced Keratin formula boots lashes for visibly thicker and defined lashes.

Clinique High Impact Mascara, £17.50
A specially developed brush and formula work together, combing the lashes up to apply maximum volume and create a more intense length. Ophthalmologist tested, as with all Clinique products this one's a keeper.

This purse friendly option is a dual wonder-wand of sorts, combining k2 pro-growth complex with a basic but high impact wand. It's purse friendly and 

This is one of my Mum’s all-time favourite mascaras and has subsequently become one of mine. Super lash-lifting the formula contains thickening fibres which lift and plump even the sparsest lashes building a volume of each lash, so they not only look thicker, it looks as though you have a thicker fuller set.

Despite this being a cult favourite (due to its much lauded ability to lengthen, curl, lift and separate) I much prefer to use this on my lower lashes than my upper set. If you’re going for a 60s vibe it works wonderfully layered up, but I'd always pick my beloved Roller Lash mascara over it.

Tweet me @sarahrharrison and let me know what your favourite mascara is...
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Trending: metallic accessories

Floral Blouse, £32, Asos; Denim Culottes, £36, Topshop; Jolene Shoes, £48, Topshop;

Previously reserved for night's out, special occasions and the party season metallic accessories are sure to be very popular this spring/summer 2016. A super easy way to update your spring wardrobe, a pair of silver sling backs perfectly pair with raw hem jeans while gold, square toe styles can dress up pleated culottes effortlessly. 

Shiny shoes are a strong favourite of mine. I reallllllly fell for Topshop's Jolene shoes before London Fashion Week but I'm irrationally self conscious of my (pretty averagely size 7 feet), so much so that despite really loving them I was too worried that the pointed style would accentuate my size. Thankfully, I realised how utterly ridiculous this worry was and following drinks with a pr friend I popped into their Oxford Circus store, found the silver style and ran to the till. I wore them to work yesterday and received some lovely comments: proving that if you really do love something you should buy/wear it irrespective of personal worries over what others may think.

The high-street have some amazing metallic styles available to shop at the moment, I've shared an edit of my six favourite styles below... however if you're looking to invest in a metallic style that'll see you through many summers Camilla Elphick is your gal.


Clockwise from centre: Magnum loafers, now £29, Carvela; Java sling back shoes, £46, Topshop; Not knotted mid sandals, £52, Topshop; Faboux brogue, £70, Dune; Block heels, £39.99, New Look; Isabella sandals, £20, Shoe Box at Very
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The updated white shirt


Shirt, £29.99, H&M; Jeans, £16, Primark; Shoes, £59.99, Clarks

A long-term staple in everyone’s wardrobe, the classic white shirt has received a major makeover for SS16. With Erdem, Marc Jacobs and Lanvin updating the basic button-down with ruffled peplums, jewel-embellished collars and loose-fitting styles respectively. With the high street following suit offering playful and statement styles it’s the first time I’ve ever truly been excited about buying a new white shirt.

I had been eyeing up this fluted sleeve style from my dearest M&S, but I instead spotted this dreamy H&M number while on my lunch break and hastily headed to the tills. The contemporary combination of overtly oversized cuffs make it not only a talking point purchase but something that’s super easy to dress up and down. It’s an ideal style to wear year-round, wear to the office with tailored trousers and pointed pumps, switching to distressed denim and trainers for the weekend.

Shop my three favourite new season styles below...

Short Sleeve Ruffle Shirt, £28, Topshop; Niki Ruffle Blouse, £225, MiH Jeans; Trim Poplin Shirt, £45, Topshop

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