Haul #5. New Look.

Recently New Look has become more fashion forward and in with the latest trends, for example, selling embellished items; 1960's/70's inspired mini-skirts in block colours (orange, pink, brown & red); Victorian like felt Fedora hats (which look fabulous on women with all hair lengths); platform heels with a disco and 70's approach; coloured skinny jeans in all different block colours- these look great on all body types, they're affordable and really compliment your figure and complexion if chosen the correct colour. 


THE FENDORA HAT

THE A- LINE MINI SKIRT

THE COLOURED SKINNY JEAN

Metallic knitwear is really in for A/W, it's tough to 'get it right' as shimmer effects in knitted garments can actually look quite cheap and tacky. I had been searching for a gold knitted jumper for quite a while and I actually found a gorgeous one in New Look for 19.99. It has 3/4 length sleeves with a baggy neckline so one has the choice to wear it asymmetrically. The gold is very subtle (which I like) and woven into the beige/camel coloured jumper. It's not too heavy so it can be worn in the summer (on a cooler day) with shorts and some converse; but it can also be layered up nicely with long sleeves or with a pair of maroon coloured jeans and some high leg riding boots (also available at New Look). 

I mentioned wearing riding boots with jeans, the equestrian inspired style in a big hit with 'country' this A/W, I recently bought some for £40 from New Look. They are brown leather with a chunky heel and a hard wearing sole (so they will last through til next year), they have an elasticated panel at the back on the boot which gives it that country inspired look and visually makes them a high fashion product. Definitely worth purchasing.

I'm loving duffle (slouch) shoulder bags at the moment too, they don't have many compartments or look terribly high fashion but they are perfect if you're wanting to go for that boho look. They're also great for travelling and for practical trips. I bought one from New Look, only 19.99, it has paneling all over with different patterns and country inspired designs. This isn't the exact bag as it's not available online, but it gives you an idea of the shape and style of the duffle/slouch bag.