I personally prefer a neutral pallet when it comes to work, but I like to be adventurous when Spring is on the horizon and let everyone know it is fast approaching. I am not talking about bang in your face head to toe colour, I'll save that for brunch on the weekends, but a dash here or there during the week slotted in nicely in to my workwear is perfect, plus I like to give the directors heart attack not knowing how bright I'll be on the day!
Now adding colour to your workwear wardrobe doesn't have to be intense, there are my causal days where i'll go for a long sleeve striped breton top to work, which I'll wear with tailored trousers and a blazer, be it fitted or oversized and soon to be by the grace of god a light linen version! But to inject a pop of colour into it I'll opt for one a cerulean blue stripe or nice punchy red whilst still keeping it chic for work. you can not got wrong.
I have linked plenty of happy hues for you to peruse and shop above and below, so take advantage kick back and relax, enjoy the glorious sunshine, maybe with a vino in hand .
I hope you guys found this post helpful for your workwear needs, let me know your thoughts on the comments below or tag me in your spring workwear attire over on Instagram.
Happy shopping!
Lindsey
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The season has finally changed and I feel like I can breathe again and my spirit is lifted. Spring brings about new inspirations, bright longer days and the trees bloom with beautiful magnolias and other pretty spring blossom blooms.
I am loving that when I wake up in the morning I am doing so much more and when I leave work it’s still nice and bright outside, which makes me feel energised and instead of jumping on the tube I pop my headphones and walk home listening to my favourite podcasts.
There are 4 things to look forward to this Spring and I am sharing my fabulous 4 with you!
Linen
I am drawn to lighter fabrics in the Spring months it’s nice and light and so breathable a classic piece to your Spring wardrobe. Quite frankly I love Mangos linen dresses, they have so many which I have left for you to peruse below along with some other brands too.
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Brighter days
With the clocks changing in a few days, we will have a lot more brighter days for longer, no more waking up in the dark and having to drag yourself out of bed and then finishing work in darkness. I say make the most of the daylight saving season and get out as much as possible and enjoy it.
Early morning run
Now, this is my favourite thing to do in Spring! Whilst I wake up a little earlier, which is fine as I am an early bird knowing that you have to wait until midday, I can get out so much earlier for an early morning run, it’s a great way to start your day before work or whatever you have planned, it totally puts you in a great mindset and ready to face the day and leaves you so much healthier at the same time.
Flowers
With cherry blossom trees bursting all over the place making our view a lot more pleasurable and pretty daffodils springing up all over the parks, I know it’s time for my favourite blooms to soon arrive in to the flower stalls and supermarkets and I’m bursting with excitement as I can not wait to see and buy my favourite peony flowers to brighten up not only my day but home to, I think adding flowers in to ones home is not only uplifting but the bring beautiful scent in also.
What do you love most about Spring?
Lindsey
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This week the sun has been shining, the days are brighter for longer and more importantly, the flowers are blooming, which means only one thing, that spring is officially on its way and I am praying it is also here to stay.
Slowly I have been injecting a few new pieces into my wardrobe, a new blazer, a beautiful silky dress from Kenzo which I’m wearing time and time again, be it on its own or layered with a shirt over or a white T underneath plus a few stunning floral pieces, as well as that famous tiger jumper from Kenzo in the new neon yellow, perfect for those chiller nights out.
Talking of Kenzo, you must check out the range of Kenzo jumpers on kture.co.uk and there is a dress that I am badly eyeing up, it is a printed cotton midi dress, which has the cutest print of peacocks. It also comes in a shirt midi dress version which is cute also and would look great with trainers plus would look great teamed with a camel blazer. They have other new pieces that I am coveting, ok have stashed in my basket and saved as I am waiting till pay day to purchase!
I recently heard about Kture a one-stop glamorous shopping destination to help you curate your spring wardrobe. I get so excited when I find something new because I get to share it with you! Plus all these darling dresses on offer this Spring puts a smile on my face, along with all the dreamy pastels that come with Spring, the array of espadrilles, silky blouses, cute sunglasses and the must have bags there are plenty to choose from and I've found my top picks for SS19.
Bodysuit | Foundation | Jumper | Bag | Skirt | Dress | Slip Dress | Bag | Trainers | Shorts
Kture is an all rounder, not only does it bring you all things shoppable fashion and gifts, but it also has a great highlight on what is trending and current at the moment in fashion to the best places to go skiing, the latest art exhibitions you must see plus they also even have a section of beauty buys for you also.
This spring I am looking for something a lot more feminine, completely out my comfort zone and just stepping away from black and leaving it behind for the Autumnal months. I've also started lighting up the house, I think that is what Spring does to us all, it lifts our spirits, day and not only Spring cleans our home but wardrobe too. I am looking for looser fabrics, flowy looks and a touch of linen and lighter colours to incorporate into my wardrobe.
Guys let me know what your favourite picks are and what you have your eye on over at Kture for this Spring. Would love to hear what you thought of this post in the comments below or even on Insta also and if you would like to see more Spring favourites!
Happy shopping and here is to fun in the Spring sun.
Lindsey
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Lately over the weekend I've been dressing down, Monday through to Friday I like to dress up for work, but weekends I'm living in spring tees and jeans.
I'm all about comfort come weekends, I opt for a more relaxed look, but fun too especially as I spent most of the weekend in Southbank with Leanora and family, so needed something fun and comfy to wear, well for all of us, especially after we tried pretty much every single food stall and gelato stands and raced through the fountains.
Whilst I love a basic t-shirt, I prefer to aim for something more fun, be it from band tees such as the one I am wearing from Orwell + Austen new high summer collection. This classic sports stripes is a summer take on there best selling Bowie Cashmere sweater, what I love about this tee is the colours used to make it really stand out, personally hunting down the best brand for the best tee can be a nightmare, but when you have found the holy grail of t-shirts in fashion you know you are on to a winner.
What is the most practical item of clothing in my or any persons wardrobe, well duh! Jeans, I own over 40 pairs and it is continuously growing, the style that I have been drawn to for the past 2 years and is stapled all over pinterest and instagram are the mom and boyfriend style of jeans and Citizens of Humanity have a great selection. We all love denim in our wardrobes, they are so easy to wear and can be dressed up or down and with so many different styles, to the new must have slit, light wash dad jeans and candy coloured denim. Jeans are timeless, easy to style, and comfortable for any day or night spring occasion.
Can we also take a minute to check out this stylish personalised laptop bag that I got from Printworks, I mean just look at it. Great for hauling around my laptop stylishly and it even fits few extra bits too, you will certainly be seeing more of this bag of on my Bloglovin.
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Another day, another crush! This time it comes in form of the playsuit. With busy weekends filled with kids parties and errands, girly lunches and everything else in between, you want to be able to wear something you can chase your scooter speeding chocolate fulled toddler in, as well as still looking chic.
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The playsuit for me is such a versatile piece, can be dressed up for work or dressed down for a more relaxed spring summer day or night look and I am huge fan of this linen playsuit that I snapped up from Mango, it does come in other colours navy and green too. I am also eyeing up this super affordable gingham version from SheIn which may I add, is less than £16, totally loving gingham also at the moment, reminds me of picnics in the park and Lavender fields.
What I love about this particular playsuit is that it comes with an attached belt, perfect to create a nice silhouette and lady like waist line and leave you feeling glam, even for me on my frumpy feeling days, which is most, but it is just easy to wear and free flowing, plus it made my flat butt look great, how awesome is that! Not that I am aiming for that big booty Kim K look, not my thing, but a nice peach is what I try to aim for.
For me when I find something that is so no nice and well made and find it at steal of a price, like this romper from Mango only costing me £25.99 I am the happiest kid on the block, something always gets me excited, is finding inexpensive pieces.
This weekend we've a few playdates and parties and I know what I will be wearing, this brand new multicoloured rainbow style striped romper for me and this one for Leanora, most like paired with these sandals for me and trainers for her, with some denim jackets and my new love of my life, my beaded bag.
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Summer, summer time, summertime! Well Spring! Ah yes, we are finally here in the warmer months, which means dress season, time to shave those winter legs, get your golden glow on and fill your wardrobe with dresses galore.
Let's start off with this yellow beauty that I snapped up for a total bargain from H&M for less than £25! It is super gorgeous and so comfy and easy to wear, whilst I paired it with my favourite white linen shirt, to help cover my little protruding mumma tums, what can I say a girl likes to eat I'm a total sucker for doughnuts and the girls in the office are forever heading to Krispy Kremes for afternoon treats. I mean it would be rude of me to refuse, but i'm working on flattening out the little monster.
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I wore this look with my sisters new Primark sunglasses which I stole and she is not getting back, thanks sis. These were also under £100 a steal at £3, I mean £3 for sunglasses you can not go wrong with a little primani love can you completed the look with my Next straw bag, now sold out but the neutral colour is still available completed with these glorious Monki pearl 2 strap slip on sandals. All really great and super affordable price points and quality of each piece is incredible and you will certainly get your more wear out of it despite the amazing price points.
There are so many incredible and cute dresses out there at the moment all under £100 and I have collated a few of my new favourites which I have lined up below for you, from linen to classics and few with a pop of colour to suit all shapes and sizes that can be worn now and even taken on holiday, you do not want to miss them so I suggest snapping them up quickly to not be disappointed as I am sure the will go quickly.
Let me know what you think and what are your favourites.
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I am all about out with the old and in with the new, a good spring clean is what I require, heck we all do. We need some key pieces in Spring especially as the weather can be unpredictable and what great item to invest in than a trusty mac, great worn on its own, but even better layered up, throw a hoody underneath or even a blazer to give that classic look a fashion lift.
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Spring brings about bright pastel colours, from your must-have colour of the season lilac to the delectable minty blouse which I am wearing time and time again. It can be worn with anything I have styled it with my classic tapered white trousers, or a casual day worn with a pair of jeans. Just injecting a few pastels into your wardrobe will have you looking Spring ready in no time.
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I am all about recycling and last year basket bags were a major must-have item, every fashion gal had one clutched at the hand looking picnic ready even whilst heading into the office, and I can say they are not going anywhere anytime too soon and I am more than happy about that.
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Do you ever that your complexion changes over seasons?! Mine does, so I am always more than happy to change up my beauty products over the Spring month's, I want something a little bit pinkier a little bit more of a rosy glow to my skin to be looking all soft and dewy. Well, that's what I aim for so I certainly suggest on a good refresh of makeup too., plus do we really need an excuse to go makeup shopping........I think not! Just make sure to hide it from the toddler if you have children. Leanora and Milo were locked away in the bathroom the other day and Milo (cat) came out looking like the Bride of Chuckie, when Leanoa was questioned she told me Milo had asked her to do it...Yeah because I'm that mug haha, thankfully a friend told me all about a website called WOW Free Stuff so think I'll head there for my little minx beauty bits.
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To complete your Spring investments, I suggest investing in some shades, coloured is preferred, gives your outfit a little pop and they were all over fashion week. Whichever style/shape you go for just make sure they are tinted to be bang on trend this Spring and would look great whilst relaxing by the pool in a high waisted bikini.
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What pieces will you be investing in this Spring?
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