Balenciaga Made Me Do it

I literally can't tell you how much I love ski-pants right now. (Actually scratch that- I am going to tell you- brace yerself). So many trends, micro-trends and full-on sea changes in fashion at the moment, can be traced directly back to one man- a certain Demna Gvasalia. Yes, I did have to look up how to spell his name. When he sent girls down the catwalk at Balenciaga back in February wearing ski pants, heels and bright off-the-shoulder-puffas, it all felt quite shocking and new. Fast forward to AW, and I've fully embraced (mentally at least) every element of his vision. *FYI- I think I might actually die if I don't find a dupe of his white kitten heeled ankle boots soon. So, the search for pieces that can approximate the look has definitely begun in earnest. The most perfect ski pants thankfully landed at H&M, so I scooped up those, and ASOS have got an excellent red puffa if you want to embrace a very literal Balenciaga reworking. A heel is so important to set this look off to its max, and I've fallen hard for the kitten kind. (You can pick up my Zara shoes here, or they have a nice black boot here- but as mentioned- I've got my heart set on white and I'm struggling to find any without a block heel- if you see any pleeeease let me know- Love From A Desperado). Are you feeling the Balenciaga vibe at the moment? Hit me up x

PS My top from this look is here, and the bag seems to be sold out (eep!) but this is similar

Ski Pants- H&M//Top- Zara

Shoes- Zara//Bag- Forever21

Winter Wishlist

Ok, so, let's start with a quick confesh: I didn't manage to shoot any looks last weekend. It was pissing down with rain, and I feel as ruff as ruff can be at the minute. Basically- I've got a shockingly bad eye infection- I can't see much of anything (priddy scary) and I can't wear any make-up. So snapping any piccies is out the window (and may be for a while)- unless red eyed zombies are a thing and no-one told me. Hence this lil' ole post. So, let's get stuck in. Now, there's nowt here that's new, or fresh or that you haven't seen loads of times everywhere else (probably)...but...I love all this stuff. I mean, how can you not? Kicking off with a Byredo scent (and candles)....everything about this brand is perf (and shopping in Liberty is always ace). Ain't gonna lie, I'm very much a Narsaholic, and maybe just maybe when my eyes are better (please god, let me go back to seeing normally and not viewing the world through a blurred bloodshot stinging veil) I'll treat myself to some new make-up (gotta throw all the old stuff out anyway). Next up- some Calvin croppies. Still luvin' 'em...although, to be fair, they're quite tough to track down. Netaporter are low on stock, so try ASOS instead. This Balenciaga jumper is the ulitmate in luxury dressing and I basically want.it.bad. And rounding off this Poly of wanties is a Mansur Gavriel backpack, a Larsson & Jennings watch, a Smythson notebook and some Superstar 2s. Happy Lustin' :)) xx

Fully Loaded

Very occasionally, the urge to be less of a scruff takes hold of me. In honour of that fleeting thought, here's a few wanties that tip their hat to that particular fashion impulse. First up- the jeans. I know what you're thinking, those are some scruffy-ass jeans right there. But when I tell you that they are by The Row, you may well have second thoughts. Next up, this pure luxe cami by Miu Miu. I die for this kinda shizzle, don't you? Smythson is actually one of my fave shops in the whole goddamn universe, and the front embossing on this little notebook neatly sums up what I mostly write in them. Completing the luxe list we have a Balenciaga sandal, a Prada shade and this so so clever Anya Hindmarch crisp bag clutch. With the extra bonus of a heavenly Nars lippie and a Rodin perfume rounding things out. What a smartypants.

Jeans- The Row//Cami- MiuMiu//Notebook- Smythson

Lipstick- Nars//Sandals- Balenciaga//Perfume- Rodin//Sunnies- Prada

Balenciaga Papier Dupe

So, about three weeks ago I was out and about minding my own beeswax, having a nice Sunday brunch, as you do. After having stuffed several almond croissants in my gob I got up to leave and the sheer horror of what happened next is almost too traumatic to convey. My beloved. My baby. My Miu Miu had died. The handle had only gone and busticated itself. I was devz, to say the least. It was completely unusable and I knew it would have to be in rehab for a while to get fixed-up. Instantly my thoughts turned to a replacement. (Natch). First I toyed with the Givenchy Antigona Shopper. What's not to like, right? Then I thought I better come down a price point or two seeing as I only needed a temp, as such. So I contemplated this Zadig and Voltaire beaut. But what I really wanted was My Moo Moo back, all nice and mended, and then to think about a non-shopper type bag as a possible BDay prezzie. (Operation Drop Unsubtle Hints already well in action). On the wish-list are: a small Lucrezia, a medium Betty or a small Sac de Jour. A Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag, the eternal forever wantie a Celine Box Bag (no links, soz, Phoebe doesn't allow it!), or maybe just maybe a Va Va Voom. With all this swirling round my tiny mind I wandered into Zara- as all impoverished fashonistas do- for a reality-check and a quick fix. And there it was, an easy-peasy chirpy cheap-cheap solution to my bagless status. This really rather good (AKA affordable) shopper. It deffo puts me in mind of the Balenciaga Papier. Funnily enough- despite being a hardcore handbag addict- I've never actually lusted after one of these beauts before. But having lugged this Zara around for a week or so now, I'm starting to think this could be just the darling I'd like to find that Santa has bought me for my birthday. Hear me now Santa/Wishlist Gods/Mum and Dad :) Yours Sincerely, A Very Greedy Girl.

PS Chloe....I ran outta time and energy to do a Rare London post last night...this one was prepped at the weekend (swot alert!). Got everything crossed you win though :)

Good Advice

I'm a teeny bit obsessed with Alex Wang right now. *No Shit Sherlock Face* I read an article about him recently, and it struck me that his whole attitude going into his new job at Balenciaga was just spot-on. He's got total respect for the house and everyone that works there. Unlike a certain Hedi Slimane who has gone into YSL (I still call it YSL, so there) all guns blazing, changing everything and anything he can (including the freakin' name of the label). Anyhoo, it's probably time to stop ranting, and move onto this outfit :) I was actually quite surprised to see Alex W reviving the whole 'Parental Advisory' thing for his own label, as I thought it was welllll last year, and a bit dead in the water, to be honest. But he's given it a lovely fresh twizzle for S/S 14 (as seen on Georgia Jagger), so feeling inspired, I thought I'd dig-out my old sweatshirt and give it another spin. Much love, catch you soon xx

PS Check out this cray doggie that ran through my frame. He's a ledge!

Sweatshirt- Primark//Boyfriend Jeans- H&M

Heels- H&M//Snapback- H&M

Sunnies- Topshop//Bag- Topshop

Footloose

Just thought I'd share a couple of pictures of my new River Island sandals. I bought them with a Grazia voucher *Love A Voucher Face* so they came out at £30 which is priddy good, given that they are leather. I guess they're kinda 'tough gal', but I'm feeling that whole 'Balenciaga Buckle Boot' thing right now....they're almost like a summer version of these...which are to die. Naturally, I've seen a gazillion pairs of sandals since that I'd go for, not least these...which I've tried on and absolutely J'Adore. Less Money....Mo' Fashion Problems :)

Hope your week is going fantabulously, catch you soon xx