Trending: Underwear As Outerwear

I've been meaning to do a trend post for some time now, but I've been debating between the whole sneakers thing and underwear as outerwear. Sneakers seemed a little tired, not that I don't love them - I've totally 110% jumped on that train - but underwear seemed a little fresher, as it's inspired both the 2014 runways (ie. Jason Wu and Stella McCartney) and high-street fashion brands (ie. Topshop and Zara). Now it's not a bare it all fun fair, but rather a classy layering of lingerie inspired tops (lace, silk, spaghetti straps), slip dresses, knicker shorts and other barely there pieces.

This trend is really easy to incorporate into your outfit, because it's been translated into dresses, tops, and even shoes. Seeing as it's so understated, this is not the kind of trend that makes you look a someone and think, ah, she's wearing the trend, but rather, gee, she has really great style - unless you're at Coachella and wearing this head-to-toe, then you're most definitely wearing the trend. Below I've compiled a few pieces inspired by this trend, from lace camis, crochet and slip dresses, to mesh, bralets and knicker shorts.

1) Mesh and Crochet

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8

2) Cami Tops

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9

3) Knicker Shorts

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5

4) Slip Dresses

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

I really love this trend! Slip dresses in particular have been on my lust list for a while now, but I haven't really been able to find one I'm obsessed with that doesn't cost a ridiculous amount of money. I'd really like one similar to this one worn by Lena of Frockled (unfortunately, she got it from a market). When I do find it, you'll be the first to know!

Yay or nay for this trend?

xo,

Lust List | 002

Gold pumps | Ankle boots | Cut out buckle boots | Windsor Smith Gillie heels | Timberlands | Slip-on sneakers

You know that feeling when you see a certain item, and you really like it, but you sort of let it go... Only to see it in your dreams, and when you're shopping for other things you're still thinking about it, and you're constantly bothered by that nudging pain in your heart still lusting over that item, reminding you that you haven't really let it go and you just have to have it? Well, lately my heart's been hurting over a number of shoes. I'm the kind of person whose more likely to empty my wallet for shoes over any other item, because I think you get so much more wear from them. They're not like shirts, for example, that can't be worn twice in a row ya know... I think it's a pretty practical reason, but mother dear thinks it's just an excuse to buy more shoes. Not true!

So, let's get to it. The first beauties are the gold pumps, which I think are so cute and simple, while being a little extra due to their colour. Second are the ankle boots which are great for the approaching winter, and short enough for me to wear to school. Thirdly, we have the cut out boots. These have been everywhere in street style for a while, and I do already have a high-heeled pair, but these would be a nice addition to my closet. Fourth in line are the Timbs! I've been wanting these forever, and on the day I'd finally convinced my mom to get them for me, we couldn't find a size! My heart won't let go... Then we have the slip on sneakers which are so sporty chic, and comfortable too. I have no idea why I love these so much, but I'm obsessed. (The heart wants what the heart wants.) Lastly, we have my absolutely favourite of the bunch - Windsor Smith Gillie heels. These babies are absolutely everything, and cost about an arm and a leg for a pair. I'm still fighting the great fight of whether or not to get them, but my oh my, they're beautiful.

Tell me which are your favourite pairs and what's on your lust list!

OUTFIT | Streaky Stripes

GIFTED shirt / COTTON ON jeans / TOPSHOP sneakers / ALDO bracelet / CARTIER (mom's) watch

I got back from my Girl's Only Easter getaway in the midlands (with mom, mom's BFF and my sisters) on Monday night, so my dad booked a date with us yesterday morning for breakfast at Tashas Rosebank - their Eggs Benedict (substitute spinach for asparagus) and chai lattes are all I need in this life. Your steps to happiness: go there, try it out, thank me later.

I wore my trusty skinny jeans from Cotton On which are beyond comfortable and so stretchy and have been worn far too much as a result. It was really nice out, so I wore this sleeveless striped shirt which was a gift from said mom's BFF. The bag is a Céline mini luggage tote bag. Yup, that's right. I finally bagged one of these babies (eeeek!) I got this last week as a major surprise from my parents. I swear, I had tears in my eyes. My mom's got great taste because I would have chosen a black one had I been given the choice, but this two tone is everything and more. I'm so so happy!

I hope you all had a great Easter weekend, and enjoyed eating your weight in all kinds of chocolatey goodness. According to the scale this morning, I'm definitely suffering the consequences, but instead of moaning about it to you all, let me get my butt to the gym!

xo,