Winter Lust List #1

It's that time of the year once again when I'm searching the web looking for the perfect new additions to my wardrobe. As we enter Autumn I'm already looking one season ahead and I've started compiling my Winter lust list. To to be honest there are way too many items I'm lusting after for the chilly season so I will be sorting the 'Lust Lists' into style groups and sharing them with you over the next few months!

I already have a huge winter coat collection and, well, let's face it, an outerwear addiction, but I'm still hunting for a few more pieces for winter 2015! I've found some brilliant items at a website I've only just stumbled across - Izabel London. A UK based fashion site with super cheap shipping to both Australia and New Zealand!

Now I have a wardrobe full of coloured coats in pinks, maroon, prints and more but I'm really lacking in either plain black or black with contrasting fabrics. So here is my current lust list :

CONTRAST TRIM DETAIL COAT - $89.99

Absolutely in love with this contrasting trim coat in black with an almost tween looking textured print! Such classic tailoring that works for all outfits and all body shapes. I love the bold print and black panels and the shape they create. A perfect coat to keep me warm and wear to work all winter.

This style is available up to a size 14 and I find that I can wear UK14 coats with ease.

STUD SLEEVED COAT - $89.99

 I'm a absolute sucker for studs and this style has so many of the features I'm looking for. Studs in silver (I don't really suit bronze or gold) PU detailing at the waist, big buttons and hits mid thigh.  Another perfect style for both work or play! I tend to dress my winter coats up or down depending on how cold it might get. This style also goes up to a size 14.

QUILT SLEEVE BIKER JACKET - $79.99

I may own 4 biker jackets already but this minor detail does not stop me from lusting after more. I'm smitten over this style due to the unique quilted texture on the arms. I've yet to purchase a quilted biker jacket yet and this definitely needs to be in my collection. Available up to a size 14.

LEOPARD DOUBLE COLLAR BIKER JACKET  - $110.00

In need of something larger than a 14? Well Izabel London have a brilliant plus size section as well. This first coat from the plus collection to catch my eye was this double collared leopard print biker. Such a brilliant print and would look amazing with black skinny jeans or disco pants. Loving the glam rock vibe this jacket has and would love to style it. Available in size 18+.

DOUBLE BREASTED HOODED COAT - $110.00

Then finally the one coat every women needs when the weather cools down - a double breasted hooded black coat. This style pairs with everything and can be worn to work, out to the snow, out for coffee or even to keep you warm on an evening out. The super warm lining means you don't have to layer too much and you can pair this with your favourite gloves, scarves and berets. I'm loving the hood feature as I can't get enough of hoods over winter.

So there you have it! These are my stand out favourite styles for the cooler months ahead but there are so many more to choose from with more colours and prints. I'm also loving the price tags as I very rarely spend over $120 for a winter coat and with shipping these are a steal! 

Red, Black and Skulls

My first outfit post for 2012!!! This was literally what I wore and photographed on the first day of the year.

Torrid Red Rhinestone Double Buckle Belt - $24.50US

Torrid Black and Grey Skull Tank - $28.50US
HT Black Lace Moto Jacket - $39.50US
Tres A Go-Go Sunglasses by Tres Noir - $139.00AU

No matter how many years pass I'm still very fond of skulls but I've toned down how I wear them. A little accessory here and there, belt buckle or as shown here in the form of a tank. So when I saw the Torrid Skull Tank I instantly thought how can I wear this in my own way?

The way the model was wearing this item was really wasn't doing it for me so I paired the tank with my black lace moto jacket and the best belt ever! I'm wearing a size 0 in the skull tank but I have to warn you it is very long more of a tunic length. I don't wear tunic's or long tops at all but this fits perfectly under my Pinup Girl Clothing retro pencil skirt. I love the pop of print against the black and red.

The Red Rhinestone Double Buckle Belt is 3 inches thick and really nips in your waist and gives you that hour glass curve. I'm wearing this in a 0 and it's very stretchy and comfortable. I now want all the 3 inch wide belts as this thickness is perfect for me! My only issues is the Rhinestone section on the buckles. The first time I took this belt off I ripped a whole lot of the faux leather off as I pulled it off in the wrong way.

Rock It!

As the year comes to an end I wanted to share my favorite pieces from Simply Be this season. These items are more suited to my readers in the northern hemisphere so I hope you guys draw some inspiration as your side or the world gets cooler.

Anna Scholz Stretch PU Pants (selling fast)- £60.00
Dropkick Murphy's Band Tee - Bought at a gig
Black Lace Moto Jacket - $39.50UDS
Simply Be Grey Studded Bag (sold out) - £55.00
Jeffery Campbell Fox Tick Wedges - $139.95

I must say I LOVE this BAG!!!! If Simply Be created this style in multiple colours I'd buy them all!

These pants are HOT! I'm so grumpy that it's summer here in Australia as I absolutely adore them. I'm wearing these in a size 14. I ordered the 16 originally but they were too loose at the back and around the crotch but the smaller size fits like a dream.

When I saw these I instantly thought Rock Chic! They are smooth, soft and have a good amount of stretch. I can't wait to style these with lots of goodies once Autumn hits!

If they are sold out of your size demand them back! Or see if any other retailers sell these awesome pants via the Anna Scholz website.

The black lace moto jacket which I picked up from Hot Topic is my new summer staple. Being a lace fabric it is great for the sometimes chilly nights we have in Melbourne at the start of summer.

As you can see I've also added a new pair of Jeffery Campbell's to my collection. The black Foxy Tick are amazing! I followed the reviews via website and ordered these a size down due to the width. I'm wear a size 9 and I have a narrow/normal sized 10 foot. If you have a wider foot stick with your usual size.

Bespoke Princes Belted Mac - £35.00

For the colder months you can never have too many trenchcoats/mac's. So why not have a printed Mac? I will wear this all winter with every black item I have in my wardrobe and maybe a little pop of colour here and there.

I'm wearing this coat in the 16 and its still roomy enough to accommodate for lots of layer underneath. It comes with a fabric belt in the same print but also looks great with all of my black waist belts.

These shots were taken by the amazing Michelle Grace Hunder Photography. It's such a pleasure to work with Michelle we always have so much fun and breeze through each shoot. Michelle is a great local photographer based in Melbourne so ad her via facebook and book her asap!

If Simply Be does not deliver to your country read the first post I wrote for Simply Be with recommendations to mail forwarding companies. This will help you out if you can't usually buy items from certain websites.