a/w 12/13 trends

This A/W brought Baroque dresses back to the fashion scene, with designers like Dolce & Gabanna making a massive impact, through skate dresses and many other styles…

Images from Harper's Bazaar

This style is also hot on the high street so, I have found 3 dresses which have great prices, and have also found 3 accessories which will match the style. I hope you enjoy, and it will get you ready for the ‘Part-aaay’ month 🙂

Jacquard Sheer Panel Dress £55.00 & Jet Chandelier Earrings £12.00 (Warehouse)

The Christmas Decorations will have competition with this dress! Change it up, and instead of Gold, go for Silver. Add these earrings and you’ll stand out from the crowd, for all the right reasons!

Black Metallic Baroque Prom Dress £80.00 & Black Zip Front Peep Toe Heels £70.00 (River Island)

Yes, X Factor Ella Henderson wore this dress! So it’s extra special! I actually spotted her wearing it, and was like ‘Hey, look that’s from River Island.’ Ha. Anyway, I love it and could be used for many other special occasions. Add it with these peep toe heels, for a bit more sophistication.

Embellished Jacquard Dress by Rare £49.00 & SOLO Bow Back Court Platforms £65.00 (Topshop)

I love this dress because it is so easy to work. These Bow Back shoes, look so elegant, and all you need to do is add black tights! This dress is also perfect for curvier women, as it brings them out in the best way possible!

In my recent post (New Trend: The Big Frizz), I mentioned The Blogger Trend! Yes, it is exactly what you thought it is! It is based on Blogger’s weird and wacky fashion finds. The fact that us (the guys on the computers) have influenced fashion! Yay! So, here are three looks which you can get your hands on, or just get inspired by! There are two sides of this trend, so one is overloaded with jewellery, and the other is plane old, vintage, awesomeness 🙂

Green Shirt Dress £48.00, MAMA Leopard T Bar Shoes £30.00, Space Dye Headband £8.00, Pirate Bolo Necklace £8.50 &  Premium Zip Side Satchel £85.00 (All at Topshop).

I love mixing vintage classics with modern twists, like these Leopard Print flats, and sunnies. You’ll look great if you mix it with stunning make-up (incl. Red lipstick), plus a nice up-do!

Light Denim Double Pocket Shirt £30.00, Black Tapestry Floral Print Skater Skirt £18.00, Gold Tone Lion Head And Stone Necklace £20.00   , Black Lace Insert Platform Ankle Boots £65.00 , Cream Retro Sunglasses £10.00 & Cream Chelsea Girl Faux Fur Jacket £60.00 (All at River Island).

This is more my style. Blogger style! Just mix up the jewellery, the prints, and you’ll look great!

This is the 2nd part of my A/W 12/13 Capsule Wardrobe (7 pieces). You can see the 1st part here. I will be doing the final 5 pieces, as soon as I can!

Red Check Treggings £25.00 (Topshop), Co-ord Embellished Crop Jacket £95.00 (Topshop), Sheer Lace Dippy Top £39.00 (Miss Selfridge), Blue Geo Print Knicker £32.00 (Miss Selfridge), Mustard Satchel Crossbody Bag £25.00 (AWear), Charm Tassle Necklace £10.00 (AWear) & Mini Leather Shopper £39.99 (ZARA).

One of the big trends for this upcoming season is Hair Accessories. From clips, to hair ‘necklaces’, you need to have a statement piece. I have found 5 awesome pieces for you to choose from, and get inspiration from…

Spiked Headband £10.00, River Island Beaded Head Band With Dangle Feather £9.00, River Island Tan Feather & Charm Dangle Stretch Hair Band £10.00, Hair Quiff £6.00 & French Connection Exclusive to ASOS Animal Set of Slides £2.00 (All from ASOS).

I know the new season hasn’t started but I thought I would give you guys a kick start on what you need to have in your closet this upcoming season! So here it is…. my A/W 12/13 Capsule Wardrobe! It consists of 20 pieces which all work together, but like my A-Z I will be doing this post in parts, because I am very busy at the moment, and you will find out why very soon!

Buckle & Tassel Waist Belt £15.00 (River Island), Knitted Dogtooth Jumper £42.00 (Topshop), Ruch Leather Skirt by Boutique £95.00 (Topshop), Black Mid Heel Ankle Boots £75.00 (River Island), Mix and Match Military Shirt £35.00 (Topshop), Studded Clutch £26.00 (Warehouse), Cowl Belted Coat £98.00 (Oasis) & River Island Rose Cross & Band Blogger Ring Pack £8.00 (ASOS).

This upcoming A/W 12/13 Leather is a big hit! So I have found a few items which I love, they are quite pricey, but if you really want to look stunning and chic this A/W, then have a look into your purse!

Urban Code Leather Skirt £85.00 (ASOS)

Leather Shorts £50.00 (ASOS)

Leather Peplum Jacket with Zip Front £150.00 (ASOS)

Black Leather Fit & Flare Dress £120.00 (River Island)

Leather Strappy Corset Belt £40.00 (Topshop)

All these pieces are dead on trend, especially the shorts! Oxblood + Leather = 2 Trends in 1! The belt is great because it works so well with a Peplum, as it draws your eyes even closer to the waist!

From the results of my Survey, you guys said that you want more Top 5 & 10 posts, so here is one for you! I will definitely be doing more of these posts so if you want more stay tuned! Also, you can still enter the Survey here > TDP Survey.

1. River Island Maggie Mega Friendship Bracelet Pack £16.00 (ASOS)2. Mixed Opaque Stone Ring Pack £12.00 (ASOS)3. Flower & Jewel Drop Earrings £15.00 (ASOS)4. Stone Articulated Collar £28.00 (Topshop)5. Scandi Ear Cuff Pack £10.00 (Topshop)6. Gold Cross Rope Necklace £4.99 (Newlook)7. Gold Pyramid Stud Earrings £2.50 (Newlook)8. Black Diamante Lions Head Chunky Bangle £18.00 (River Island)9. Gold Tone Pearl Surround Stud Earrings £4.00 (River Island)10. Silver Cage Cuff £5.99 (Newlook)

If you don’t realise, I have put the Top 10 in 2 sections, the first being ‘Statement Pieces’ and the second being ‘Simple Pieces’. I am sure you will need all these pieces, and the should suit to all your outfits!

A big trend from the Catwalks is the Patterned Trousers. In different styles, colours & prints, you are destined to find your perfect pair. I have put together 3 outfits, using 3 different trousers, but all the same accessories and tops etc. First, take a look at the trousers I have used…

Co-ord Tapestry Trousers £40.00 (Topshop), Jodie Trouser by Motel £48.00 (Topshop), Eastern Geo Print Trousers £10.00 (Warehouse).

Crochet Collar Shirt £38.00 (Topshop), SIDNEY Pointed High Heels with Metal Toe Cap £36.00 (ASOS) & Monochrome Cross Friendship Bracelet Pack £12.00 (ASOS).

Crochet Collar Shirt £38.00 (Topshop), SIDNEY Pointed High Heels with Metal Toe Cap £36.00 (ASOS) & Monochrome Cross Friendship Bracelet Pack £12.00 (ASOS).

Crochet Collar Shirt £38.00 (Topshop), SIDNEY Pointed High Heels with Metal Toe Cap £36.00 (ASOS) & Monochrome Cross Friendship Bracelet Pack £12.00 (ASOS).

Mixing simple accessories with statement pieces like these trousers, is a great thing to do. I love these toe cap court heels, because they look stunning.

A very big trend in the footwear world, is the Mary Jane Heel. If you want to look great, in the office, or out and about, this is the choice for you. Before I show you some from the high street, here are some by designer ‘Moschino’.

Here are some from the High Street…

Now, these are from Amazon.co.uk, but, I think they’re quite nice, and so are their price!

A big trend this season, has got to be the Parka Jacket. It really binds in with the Tomboy trend, and the over-sized trend. I have compiled 3 different outfits using 3 different Parkas, so you can find out ‘How To Rock The Parka’, and which type of Parka will suit you. First here are the three Parkas which I have used…

Here is the first Parka from Topshop…

PU Trousers £42.00, Cutout Back Tunic £32.00, Andreas Wedge Lace Up Boots £70.00 & Chunky Zip Leather Glove £24.00 (All from Topshop).

This Parka is a big statement, and very over-sized. Using chunky boots, and baggy clothing, you will look super chic. This style is very unique and will look like you have spent 1000s on it.

White Print Molly Jeggings £35.00, Pink Speckled Boxy Top £25.00 & White Lace Up High Tops £35.00 (All from River Island).

 This Parka from Warehouse is very sporty, so you need to match that style. These jeggings give the look a very edgy, cute, and funky style, and with these High Tops, it looks great.

Dark Red Super Skinny High Waist Jeans £42.00 (River Island), Blue Check Pocket Shirt £25.00 (River Island) & Lucy Ballet Flats £15.00 (ASOS).

This Parka is quite casual, meaning you can pair it with simple pieces. This look is great for people who worry about experimenting, but maybe want to try something different. This Parka has a unique touch to it, which people will love, and will die for one themselves.