High Street Hits: Cosy Sleeves

The weather outside is getting rather chilly for my liking, but it's all the more reason to bring out a snuggly statement knit with cosy sleeves to keep you toasty. Here are a few of my favourites on the highstreet at the moment:

1. Cream Striped Hearts Jumper, was £30 now £21 Red Herring

2. Rose Print Jumper, £40 Oasis

3. Cool Cat Cropped Sweater, £11.50 Forever 21

4. Mela Rose Knit Jumper, £25 Yumi

5. Butterfly Floral Print Zip Cuff Jumper, £42 Warehouse

6. Navy Flocked Bird Jumper, £28 Dorothy Perkins

7. Blue Spot Jumper, £40 Oasis

8. Gold Jacquard Sweat, £45 Warehouse

9. Knitted All Over Bear Jumper, £42 Topshop

High Street Hits: Summer Lovin' Sale Frocks

What do I love even more than a pretty dress? Why, a pretty dress that's in the sale! There are so many tempting treats on the high street, both in store and online, at the moment alongside wonderful discounts, so here are some of my favourite picks from the sales...

1. Nude Circle Trim Dress, was £42 now £20 Miss Selfridge

2. Embellished Summer Floral Skater Dress, was £85 now £59.50 ASOS. Also in the Curve range fpr £42.50. 

3. Strappy Lace Prom Dress, was £50 now £25 Topshop

4. Rose Stem Print Dress, was £65 now £45 Oasis

5. Prom Dress In Fluro Jaquard, was £85 now £59.50 ASOS

6. Sophia Print Dress, was £89 now £44.50 Phase Eight

7. Flared Cut Out Dress, was £60 now £40 Warehouse

8. Pink Striped Sun Dress, was £45 now £27 Red Herring at Debenhams

9. Pink Jacquard Cocoon Dress, was £45 now £20 River Island

High Street Hits: Spring Bling

From pretty-as-a-princess pastels to flashes of vivid neon, the new season jewellery pieces are all about having fun. Without spending too much, the statement accessory has the power to change your outfit as well as put a smile on your face. I'm rather besotted with chunky gems and intriguing hints of perspex I've been spying, particularly perhaps the opulent bejewelled necklaces which capture a little of the decadence of centuries past. Meanwhile from clusters of gems to dangling chandeliers, earrings offer a cheerful pick me up, so without further ado here are some of my favourites on the high street...

1. Pink Ombre Necklace, £14 Next

2. Duo-Tone Bow Ring, £3.15 Forever 21

3. Clear Perspex Jewel Embellished Chandelier Earrings, £5.99 New Look

4. Limited Edition Opaque Rhinestone Bracelet, £12 ASOS

5. Jewelled Bouquet Pendant Necklace, £35 ASOS

6. Neon Yellow And Crystal Stone Brooch, £8 Mood by Jon Richard at Debenhams

7. Vintage Style Stone Necklace, £16.50 Dorothy Perkins 

8. Blue Gem Stud Earrings, £10 Dorothy Perkins

9. Jewelled Bib Necklace, £40 ASOS

10. Neon Chandelier Earrings, £15 Dorothy Perkins

11. Plastic Flower Ring, £8.50 Topshop

12. Neon Sparkle Chandelier, £12 Accessorize

High Street Hits: Step Into Spring

The most appropriate footwear for the thick, crunchy layer of snow outside might well be wellington boots, but isn't it supposed to be Spring? I love the influx of pastel tones and cheerful sunshine colours into the shops at this time of year and there are some seriously yummy shoes about. From ice cream shades to raspberry pinks and from shiny metallics to glittering jelly shoes here are some of my favourites...

1. Crobon Mid Heel Bow Blue Court Shoes, £50 Faith at ASOS

2. Mid Heel Cut Out Detail Court Shoes, £60 Lotus at Debenhams

3. Fifi, £89.99 Shellys

4. Cloudy Skies, £44.99 Clarks

5. Jacques Double Strap Mid Heels, £65 Topshop

6. Brogue Toe Cap Dolly Shoes, were £25 now £20 Marks and Spencer

7. Little Miss Ballet Flats, £25 ASOS

8. Pink Deck Shoe Platforms, £32 Dorothy Perkins

9.Beau, £54.99 Shellys

10. Pink Glitter Bow Peeptoe Jelly Wedges, £19.99 New Look

11. Fairies in a Jar, £74.99 Irregular Choice

12. Metallic Court Shoes, were £18 now £9 Clothing at Tesco

High Street Hits: Pick 'n' Mix Bags

Where delicate pastel shades meet satisfyingly chunky shapes what you get is a delectable pick 'n' mix of candy coloured bags for Spring. Here are some of my truly scrumptious favourites on the high street right now...

1. Blush Self Stud Barrel Bag, £28 Dorothy Perkins

2. Smart Front Strap Bag, £35 ASOS

3. Dilted- Quilted Structured Frame Bag, £75 Dune

4. Little Miss Shoulder Bag, £37 Accessorize

5. Lime Structured Curve Tote Bag, £37 River Island

6. Blue Lotus Tatum Shopper Bag, £40 BHS

7. Clear Floral Embroidered Bowler Bag, was £35 currently £26.25 Floozie Frost French at Debenhams

8. Mint Green Bowler Bag, £69.99 Claudia Canova at New Look

9. Turtel- Patent Quilted Bag, £99 Ted Baker

High Street Hits: Love Hearts

Whether you're dropping some last minute Valentine's Day hints or simply want to give yourself a well-deserved treat, hearts have long been one of my favourite fashion staples. From SS09 Luella shoes to  Vivienne Westwood bags they're just adorable to behold. Here are some of my favourites on the high street right now...

1. Long Sleeve Heart Flippy Dress, was £40 now £20 Topshop

2. Heart Print T-Shirt, £18 Fearne Cotton for Very

3. Helen Hearts Print Dress, £79 Phase Eight

4. Flower Heart Filled Click Clacks, £5 Monsoon

5. Cross My Heart Bag, was £59 now £25 Irregular Choice

6. Plastic Heart And Bow Ring, £4 Accessorize

7. Black Heart Print Open Front Cardigan, £24.99 New Look

8. Pink Heart Print Skater Skirt, £18 River Island

9. Black Heart Print Mid Courts, £23 Dorothy Perkins

10. Pink Crystal Embellished Sterling Silver Open Heart Stud Earrings, were £18 now £14 Simply Silver by Jon Richard at Debenhams

11. Quilted Mini Skirt With Heart Pockets, was £35 now £10.50 ASOS

12. Six Pack Heart Stud Earrings, £4.99 New Look

13. Hello Kitty Heart Tee, £9.75 Forever 21

High Street Hits: Feeling Feline

Cats are a definite favourite in Japanese street style from Muchacha Achachumu iconic tote bags in Cult Party Kei to the furore over Angelic Pretty's Cat's Tea Party print in collaboration with illustrator Imai Kira in lolita fashion. Feline friends have also been purring their way on to the high street, whether it's with an unnerving stare or a ball of adorable cuteness...

1. Pink Bow Cat Sweat, £32 Miss Selfridge

2. Cat Ears Lace Headband, £10 ASOS

3. Cat Print Dress, was £29.99 now £12.99 Zara

4. Chococat Dropped Shoulder Cardigan, £22.75 Forever 21

5. Black Cat Peplum Top, £20 H! by Henry Holland at Debenhams

6. Burmese, was £69.99 now £59.99 Irregular Choice

7. Cat Face Skater Dress, £28 Topshop

8. Cat Nap Ring, £6.50 I Love Crafty

9. Grey Cat Print Sweater, £14.99 New Look

High Street Hits: Swinging Towards Spring

I'm daydreaming of swimming costumes and sunny beaches on lazy Summer afternoons. OK, OK, there's snow on the ground outside, but the new Spring Fashion collections are all just so pretty I can't help but wish for sunnier times!
It might be a while yet until it's time to grab a glamorous sunhat and head to Cannes but there are some lovely transitional pieces around to layer up and wear through both the chillier and warmer months. Of course being me it's all about dresses with elegant, as well as versatile, prints and pretty little floral details...

1. Cream Floral Print Belted Skater Dress,  £40 River Island

2. Falmer Chiffon Printed Shirt Dress, £28 Matalan

3. Peter Pan Flower Flippy Dress, £48 Topshop

4. Crochet Collar Dress, £16 G21 at ASDA

5. Pink Print Floral Flare Dress, £21 Wallis

6. Black Scarf Printed Bordered Day Dress, £38 Red Herring at Debenhams

7. Paisley Print Dress, £38 Warehouse

8. Pattern Dress, £65 Next

9. Flower Skater Dress, £42 Miss Selfridge

High Street Hits: Arm Candy

I have always been a bag girl. Whether you're wearing a dress or jeans the bag is an accessory with the power to change an outfit and fill you with glee, which is always good with me! No matter how horrendous your bad hair day might be, a fabulous handbag will never let you down. The new season fashion trends seem to have brought some really lovely ones to the high street, especially satisfyingly boxy structures and a whole menagerie of bright and beautiful colours for Summer from pastels to neons. Below are some of  my favourites I've been spying this week.
I've also spotted some wonderfully cheerful plus size clothing for Summer. The sunny months will be perfect for showing off fun and vivacious prints as well as bright block colours with pretty details from pleats to a intricate crochet trim- no more hiding beautiful dresses under Winter coats!
 

1. Strawberry Across Body Bag, £25 Accessorize

2. Limited Collection Appliqué Satchel Bag, £39.50 Marks and Spencer

3. Delicious Apple Basket Bag, £40 Ollie & Nic at House of Fraser

4. Scallop Shoulder Bag, £25 Accessorize

5. Stone Gertie Bow Structured Bag, £12.99 New Look

6. Tassel Bowler Bag With Rabbit Fitting, £35 ASOS

7. Pink Bag, £29.99 H&M

8. Hello Kitty Town Satchel, from £110 Zatchels

9. Patent Messenger Bag, £24.75 Forever 21

10. Purple Glitter Across Body Bag, was £35 now £17.50 Jonathon Kelsy at Debenhams

11. Roxy Grab Bag, was £49 now £24.50 Therapy at House of Fraser

12. Touch- Rivets Shoulder Bag, was £34.99 now £16.99 Mango

High Street Hits: The Snuggly Statement Jumper

When did it get so chilly? Winter's round the corner and whilst I'm not quite in the mood to buy a thick coat yet a snuggly jumper seems to be the order of the day. From J.W. Anderson's iconic cartoon ghost jumper for Topshop to an adorable little bunny topped with a glittering headbow at New Look the high street's got some cute, quirky and gorgeous statement jumpers to make you smile and keep out the cold.

1. Bright Pink Sparkle Bunny Sweater, £14.99 New Look
2. Ghost Handknit Jumper by J.W. Anderson, £69.99 Topshop
3. Disney Sweatshirt £22.99 Mango

4. Pretty Shoe Tunic, £35 Wallis
5. Black Shooting Star Jumper, £35 H! by Henry Holland at Debenhams
6. Wolf Jumper, £45 Warehouse

7. Beige Badger Jumper, £30 Dorothy Perkins
8. Deer Embellished Jumper, £49 Monsoon
9. Knitted Owl Jumper, £40 Yumi

High Street Hits: Bunny Bananza

I really love spotting wild bunnies, and I'm lucky to live near an area where you can often spy them basking in the sun on a Summer's evening. However, though I love rabbits all year round they're most commonly associated with Spring as far as fashion is concerned. As much as I love Spring pastels bunnies are also a rather adorable motif for the colder months too, currently seen in a more natural, muted colour palette. About this time last year I spotted a really cute H! By Henry Holland bunny t-shirt in Debenhams and fell in love with it. Likewise the exact same thing has happened again this year, but this time featuring a bunny wrapped up all cosy and warm in a scarf. So I decided to investigate what other little furry friends are hopping their way into our wardrobes this Autumn/Winter...

1. Pipkin Bunny Print Dress, £55 Monsoon 

2. Rabbit Across Body Bag, £20 ASOS 

3. Cream rabbit in a scarf t-shirt, £14 H! By Henry Holland at Debenhams

4. Bunny Print Sweater Jersey Top, £12 George at ASDA 

5. Grey Bunny Bicycle Tie Front Top, £29.99 Brat and Suzie at New Look 

6. Miss Rabbit with carrot cupcake, £15 Max C

7. Grey bunny print tee, £27 Dorothy Perkins 

8. Gold Three Rabbit Bangle, £6.50 Miss Selfridge

9. Bunny Hair Clip- Sitting Pretty in Brown, £10.50 Now, Voyager 

10. Rabbit Ankle Socks, £3.50 Topshop 

11. Bunny Hair Clip- White, £10.50 Now, Voyager

High Street Hits: Summer to Autumn Florals

It may feel like we're lucky to be getting even a little sunshine thanks to the good old British weather and I really don't want to be wishing Summer away, but the shops are filling up with the most gorgeous Autumn/Winter clothes! I'm a firm believer that florals are not just for Summer so I'm always curious to see how they will be worked into the collections for the chillier months. Here are some richly warm-toned florals I've spied on the high street which will look gorgeous in the rays of the sun but also carry through to the crisp Autumnal months.

1. F+F Limited Edition Floral Print Prom Dress, £35 Clothing at Tesco 

2. Poppy Print Dress, £45 Oasis 

3. Floral 50s Dress, £125 French Connection at ASOS

4. Off White Floral Shirt, £35 Red Herring at Debenhams 

5. Floral Kimono Tie Hem Top, was £35 now £28 Wallis

6. Floral Print Lace Insert Blouse, £30-£32 Next 

7. Floral Print Kimono, £42 Topshop

High Street Hits: Going Dotty

There's no denying polka dots are an absolute classic and wardrobe staple, though they've become a particular favourite of mine in recent months. They can be fun and flirty or coy and demure. Used to dress up plainer items or in a cheerful spot of pattern mixing. There are some absolutely gorgeous spots dotted around the high street at the minute so here are some of my favourites I've been eyeing up online and in store.

1. Black Polka Dot 50s Skirt, £30 Dorothy Perkins 

2. Polka Dot Print Medium Satchel, £94 Zatchel at House of Fraser 

3. 60s Spot Dress, was £40 now £20 Oasis

4. Polka Dot Sun Dress, £40 Yumi 

5. Blue Polka Dot Blazer, £40 River Island (though I think I spotted it in my local sale!)

 6. Red Spot Fit and Flare Dress, was £40 now £20 Wallis

7. Red Polka Dot Peep Toe Court Shoes, were £48 now £14.40 Debenhams 

8. Satin Polka Dot Bow Clip, was £8.50 now £6 Topshop 

9. Spot Mesh Bandeau Prom Dress, was £43 now £29 Rare at ASOS

High Street Hits: T-Party

I really loved compiling my Floral Tea Party post with a host of elegant high street dresses. However, I also love the appeal of a cute t-shirt worn with a smart skirt and prim heels for another pretty look worthy of a whimsical tea party. Far from the humble basic, I've been spying some fabulous fashionable tees which are a statement in their own right..

1. Blue Dotty Peplum Waist Top, £6.99 New Look 

2. T-Shirt With Flower Burnout, £22 ASOS 

3. Lemon daisy lace tee, £28 Dorothy Perkins

 

4. Pretty Fantasy T-Shirt, was £35 now £20 Warehouse 

5. Green floral t-shirt, £16 red herring at Debenhams 

6. All over bird print t-shirt, £22 Therapy at House of Fraser

 

7. Lace Collar T-Shirt, £28 Oasis 

8. Metallic Scallop Hem T-Shirt, £14 Influence at Clothing at Tesco 

9. Spot Print Peter Pan Collar Top, £9 George at ASDA

High Street Hits: Winter Warmers Wishlist

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I don't know about you but I'm really feeling the chill. Here are some gorgeous pieces from the high street I'd love to snuggle up in:

1. Twill Military Coat in Plum, was £49.99 now £34.99 New Look
In need of a new winter coat I've decided to search for a rather different look. As much as I've loved my faithful pink coat I'm craving a more waisted look with fullness extending in the skirt to allow my flared skirts and dresses room to breath without cramping their style! I really like this New Look one. The double breasted buttons give it a tough edge but it's still very sweet and I adore those shoulder details.

2. Beret in orange, £3.99 H&M 3. Pink faux fur trapper hat, was £20 but currently £5 off so £15 River Island
I really want to add to my beret collection and this H&M one is really cute and in a cheerful colour. The River Island hat is absolutely amazing in its pink, fluffy ways. Then there's the added allure of pom poms, there's something about the little delights I find so pleasing.

4. Short cable crew cardi, £32 Miss Selfridge 5. Black bow cardigan, £30 H by Henry Holland at Debenhams
This Miss Selfridge cable knit cardi looks incredibly snuggly and the trim detail gives it a cute but smart feel. Then the bow print on the H by Henry Holland cardigan gives the piece an especially sweet feel.

6. Aztec Snood, £22 Warehouse 7. Oversized Love Heart Print Scarf, £20 Oasis
My scarf collection is quite possibly the most important part of my wardrobe. One of the things which triggers my whiplash injury most is the cold so they really are an essential for me. The print of this Warehouse snood really caught my eye, the colours are so vibrant and I haven't seen one quite like it anywhere else. Then the heart print Oasis number is majorly cute and I very much approve of it's oversized quality for the cosy factor.

8. Float Lace Socks, were £12 now £5 Tabio 9. Pamela Mann Black and Pink Heart Tights, £8 Motel Rocks
I really want some cute new ankle socks to layer and these Tabio ones are just beautiful! The ornate detailing puts them in a whole other sock league as far as I'm concerned. Then these heart print Motel Rocks tights are super fun and perfect for cheering up chilly days.
What are you craving for the winter months?