The Coat Edit: Parkas

Faux-fur trim hooded Parka, Marks & Spencer; Breton tee, Asos; Step-hem jeans, Topshop; 

I received so many lovely comments from my Winter Coat Edit that I thought I'd dedicate a little post to a classic coat that's finally won me over. 

Whilst I've always quite liked the Parka, it's never been a style I've coveted: mainly due to my belief that'd it'd be far too chunky for the commute to work. However, I'd entirely looked it over as a snug and practical weekend option and since spotting and after purchasing this dreamy Dark Green option in-store it's quickly become a mainstay in my wardrobe. 

An everlasting, always on-trend shape, this one's cut for a relaxed, loose fit with a drawstring waist giving you the option to add definition. With M&S' Stormwear technology to keep you warm and dry all winter long it's definitely worth the investment.

Layer yours over weekend staples for walks in the park.

ASOS

Grey parka with faux fur lining, £85; Luxe Parka in satin, £85;  Parka with MA1 Styling, £85; Faux fur tiger fur lined Parka, £85

Marks & Spencer

Faux fur lined Parka, £89; Faux fur trim hooded Parka with Stormwear, £119; Hooded neck Parka, £119; Pure cotton waxy borg Parka, £89 

Miss Selfridge

Black luxe Parka, £95; Grey luxe Parka, £95; Khaki luxe longline Parka, £79 £59; Khaki luxe Parka, £95

New Look

Khaki faux fur trimmed hooded Parka, £49.99; Black padded Parka, £59.99; Khaki longline Parka, £54.99; Navy faux fur trimmed parka, £34.99 

Urban Outfitters

Blue faux fur khaki Parka, £119;  Camo Parka, £119; Navy clean Parka, £99; Dark hooded Parka, £79 

Topshop 

Long padded Parka jacket, £98; Petite padded jacket, £75; Camo Parka, £59; Short padded Parka, £69 

Very Exclusive

Thelma padded Parka, £250, Parka London; Jules Parka, £180, Whistles; Liv faux fur lined Parka, £385 Parka London; Harley waxy Parka, £180, Whistles 

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Trending: Cosmic

Shirt, Very; Belt, Topshop; Denim culottes, Urban Outfitters; Edie mini bag, Lulu Guinness

Galactic inspired prints and embroidery were a lovely little micro trend that was seen all across the AW16 catwalks: from J.W. Anderson's planetary inspired silhouettes to McQueen's all-out galactic embellishment. This of course means that the trusty high street has tapped into this trend with super wearable and affordable pieces dropping online and in-store right now...

It's very easy to see why everyone's getting a little starry-eyed over cosmic-inspired transitional trend-lead pieces. Not only are they great for the impending party season - so many are versatile enough to wear casually throughout the day with dressed down denim and trainers, dressing up with heels and glitzy starry jewellery by night.

Shop a few of my favourite new-in styles below, to tap into that covetable cosmos look...

Clockwise from top left: Star print playsuit, £46, Topshop; Cosmic ankle boots, £34.99, Daisy Street; Pyjama style top, £22, Nobody's Child; Embellished jumper, £32, River Island; Star embellished mesh dress, £60, River Island; Printed silk scarf, £155, Marc Jacobs

Autumn '16 H&M haul:

Autumn is a coming! So I'm of course preparing by buying a few new season essentials: ruffle knitwear, pleated skirts and coats...

Seraphim Descent: New season trends editorial

As I mentioned in my earlier post where I shared the 'Summer's Bold Standard' shoot, that I'd styled, Antonio and I were planning a few more shoots and this is the first of three that we shot over a weekend.

 Photography: Antonio Milevčić

Make up: Nicky Thompson
Hair: Chloe Oaks
Model: Noah at Storm

THE 80's POWER BLAZER

Jacket, La Mania; Necklaces and Brooches both Chanel

VELVET

Earrings, Accessorize; Velvet jacket, Marks & Spencer; Camisole, Sandro; Trousers, Zara; Shoes, Aquazzura; Rings, both Dior

80s METALLICS

Dress, Asos; Fishnet tights, Falke; Boots, Dior

WINTER'S FLORALS

Top, Cacharel; Earrings, Cos

POWER DRESSING

Jacket and trousers, both J Crew; Necklace, Chanel

THE VELVET DRESS

Dress, Hobbs; Necklace, Uterque

THE RUFFLE BLOUSE

Shirt, Preen; Culottes, Urban Outfitters

LACE DETAILING

Dress, River Island; Rings all Alison Bryan

Published in Jute Magazine

YOU Magazine - Fashion Forward: Watch edit

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YOU Magazine: Autumn '16 Accessories Special:

 

 
 
 
 
 

See and shop the accessories special in full here.

Key coat trends for AW16:

October's here and it's now totally fine to get excited about buying and wearing winter coats... As a rule, I tend to treat myself to one coat a winter. However, last year that got totally out of hand and I ended up getting at least three. I admit it, I have a serious coat problem.

A coat, to me, is so much more than a jacket or object of outerwear. It's something that can absolutely transform a look, your top-to-toe Primark look can be entirely elevated by a great coat.

I spotted and immediately purchased this dreamy beige oversized-number from H&M, it's since sold out online but I think there's still a few instore if you think it's the one for you. There are so many styles to get excited about this winter I'll complied a little edit of my favourite for each trend...


The trench:

Petite trench, £48, Vero Moda; Corduroy trench, £77.40, La Redoute; Suede trench coat, £399, Boden; Tie sleeve trench, £185, Topshop Boutique

The puffa:

Satin puffer jacket, £110, Topshop; Puffa oversized bomber jacket, £115, Asos; Puffball puffer jacket, £110, Topshop Boutique, Ribbed puffa, £25.99, Bershka 

The military jacket:

Wool-blend coat, £95, Asos; Wool peacoat, £99, Marks & Spencer; Badge detail coat, £99, Pull & Bear; Marietta coat, £249, Hobbs

The longline 'maxi'

Wool coat, £90, Asos; Khaki wool coat, £69, Marks & Spencer; Grey check coat, £34.99, New Look; Wool boyfriend coat, £195, Topshop 

The faux fur jacket:

Faux fur cocoon coat, £275, Whistles; Faux fur crop, £75, Topshop; Faux fur leopard print, £84, Glamorous; Chunky faux fur coat, £75, Asos

The blazer

Chepmell wool coat, £198, Jack Wills; Velvet jacket, £69, Marks & Spencer; Velvet blazer, £129, Boden; Tailored jacket, £69, Topshop