November Wishlist

November Wishlist by bea-atreides 

(1) Boutique by Jaeger drop waist dress / (2) T By Alexander Wang  / (3) Zara quilted jacket / (4) Mango straight jacket / (5) American Apparel Disco Pants  / (6)_Topshop Studded shoes / (7) Zara studded shoes

How is it November already?!

I do love this time of year, wrapping up warm, layering up and it is also my Birthday month and there is Christmas to look forward to!

There are a few items that my wardrobe is crying out for at the moment...

I'm desperate for some cute little dresses to pair with tights for daytime and night time, this one from Boutique By Jaeger (1) at ASOS is perfect! I saw it in a magazine and fell in love, I love the navy polka dots and the twenties dropped waist. 

I need some thick jersey/fine knit wear, the shape/style of this T by Alexander Wang one (2) is ideal.  Perfect for layering up and taking you from day to night, add a few costume necklaces et voila!

I'm still yet to replace my leather jacket and this one from Zara (3) is on my Birthday List, I adore quilted leather and I think this jacket is a quality classic, without breaking the bank.

I really love this tuxedo jacket from Mango (4), it is perfect for winter evenings and would go with pretty much any outfit. It's an essential piece that you can wear whatever season it is. 

I don't care if every girl in the world has them, but I'm lusting after a pair of Disco Pants (5), they are a great alternative to leather leggings and worn correctly can be super flattering.  

My footwear situation at the moment is shocking! So these pointed courts from Zara (7) and leopard print loafers from Topshop (8) would be a welcome update. It's really hard to put a good outfit together when you don't have the right shoes. 

Style Steal: Blanket Cardigan

Style Steal: Blanket Cardigan by bea-atreides (Polyvore)

ASOS drape cardigan / T By Alexander Wang long sleeve top / Mango slim fit jeans / Kenneth Jay Lane gold plated jewelry / DOUBLE PLATFORM ANKLE BOOT - ZARA, / Giles & Brother Archer 10-karat gold-plated cuff

I don't think you can get through the winter months in the UK without some significant knitwear to layer up and keep you warm. I love the idea of wearing a big slouchy blanket cardigan to keep you snug.

This monochrome blanket cardigan from ASOS is divine, layered over anything to keep you warm and stylish. Here I have paired it with simple basics and a high ankle boot, inspired by MK O.  How amazing are these gold bangles? Perfect to add a little 'je ne sais quoi' to an otherwise simple outfit. 

Style Steal: Wide leg jeans

Style Steal: Flared Jeans by bea-atreides  (Polyvore)

T By Alexander Wang v neck pocket tee / Mango studded jacket / Mango chino jeans / Zara stone necklace / Yves Saint Laurent oval ring 

Rachel Zoe, has been an icon of mine for a while; I adore her style, respect her career and think her show is 'bananas'. 

I've been toying with the idea of high-waisted flared jeans for a while now and after seeing this image of RZ, I was convinced. I like the idea of keeping the look simple, pairing with a plain jersey tee, stand-out jewellery and a wardrobe essential - Boucle Jacket. 

The look is very in-keeping with the 70's boho glam vibe that I love so much and will hopefully make my little legs look longer! 

Check out my pinterest for more flared jeans inspiration...

September Style - Outfit 2

September Style 2 by bea-atreides (Polyvore)

T By Alexander Wang pocket tee / Topshop Biker jacket / Current/Elliott skinny fit jeans / Mango sequin mini skirt / Topshop Mid heel boots / Zara shoes

I desperately need to replace my leather jacket and I'm after a quilted one, Zara also have a lush one that I'm hoping to get ASAP!

I already have plenty of jersey in by wardrobe, but I really want to add some T by Alexander Wang into my closet, I'll be keeping a beady eye on The Outnet for some. 

I really love the military trend, I think it always gets reworked for AW, so it's quite a 'safe' trend to follow, I have a khaki parka and a pair of khaki utility trousers, but I'm hoping to add some camo in there too! 

A sequin skirt is a great way of dressing up basics for a night out and looking effortless.

I'm also on the hunt for the perfect black ankle boots and I really like the double zip effect on these ones from Topshop.  The heels from Zara are a great way of making the classic black heel more interesting!

September Style - Outfit 1

As part of building my Essentials Wardrobe, I am going to feature what I would love to be wearing and how I plan to style the essentials once they are in my closet.

To head things up we have my first 'September Style' moodboard....

September Style by bea-atreides (Polyvore)

Uniqlo long sleeve shirt / Mango blazer / ASOS high waisted jeans / H&M high heels / Monica Vinader moonstone jewelry / Miss Selfridge fedora hat

If you follow me on Pinterest, you will have seen I have a growing love for boyfriend jeans.  Worn with simple jersey pieces, a structured blazer/jacket, minimal heels and accessories.

I love the idea of mixing in the trends through accessories and this Miss Selfridge fedora ticks all the boxes, I adore the berry shade! 

This is a look I am going to try and achieve this September.

Instagram

Some of my recent Instagram pics...

ASOS Jumper / Tarina Tarantino skull bracelet / Links of London skull bracelet / Thomas Sabo bracelet 

My new hair saviour, Moroccan Oil

My new phone bling

Re-united shoes in Manchester

Recent ASOS purchases

My friend Elle and I - white studded dress MANGO

Keeping up-to date with Vogue

Follow me on Instagram: @bea_circus

Twenty One...

This weekend I celebrated (slightly early) my 21st Birthday with my best friends from university.  I was thoroughly spoilt and had lots of little surprises, including getting a YSL make over, lots of presents including a Pandora charm and taken to an amazing bar overlooking Manchester and its pretty lights.  We had cocktails, champagne, dancing and giggles... it was Perfect!

Me:

Dress - Mango

Shoes - New Look

Bracelet - Pandora

Nails - Barry M

Make Up - YSL

Grace (Dark Hair):

Dress - ASOS.com

Shoes - River Island

Jewellery - Various

Ellen:

Dress - Lipsy

Jewellery - River Island

Here are a select few photo's from the night.  I finally managed to find a dress after much pandemonium! But I am so happy that I ended up with this one, even if I was worried I looked like Big Bird! I decided to go with a variation to the LBD and wasn't dissappointed.  I've wanted a feather dress for ages and so this one from Mango was perfect!

Hope you like it!

Bea x