I’ve begun to realise how important it is to have a good selection of outerwear to choose from. Living in a country that is cold most of the year, I’m almost always bundled in some form of coat when i leave my house, and since i’m always in a coat, why not wear a statement one? I’ve worked with Marks and Spencer twice before on some collaborations here, and here, and the latter has actually become the most clicked post on my blog EVER! So you can imagine my excitement when they asked to work with me again on styling up one of their very colourful rain mac’s. It took me quite a long time to decide which colour to go for and for some reason i was drawn to the orange one as it was between a burnt autumnal orange and a neon orange, and the colour was just so warm and bright that i knew it had to be my starting piece. To see how i’ve styled my chosen mac, click after the break as it’s a long-un!
OUTFIT 1
MAC* – M&S
TURTLE NECK* – M&S
SKIRT* – M&S
SHOES – OFFICE
OUTFIT 2
MAC* – M&S
JUMPER – ZARA
TROUSERS* – M&S
BOOTS* – OASIS
OUTFIT 3
MAC* – M&S
BRETON TEE – BERSKHA
JEANS* – OASIS
LOAFERS – NEW LOOK
It’s difficult to write up ‘tips’ on exactly how to style an outfit as everyone is so different, but i thought i’d put together three types of looks to cater to most people. One very femme, one very colourful, and one everyday! I think my favourite has to be the ‘colourful’ one because of all the lovely shades of red, oranges and browns, they make me think of autumnal leaves and the crispness of the colder weather. If you’re scared of wearing brighter colours, try dressing it down with a pair of ripped jeans, comfortable loafers and your favourite off-duty tee. Although i’m nowhere near as good at putting together colourful clothes as Kristabel or Helena , but with a jacket so colourful, you can’t blame a girl for trying eh?!
Let me know which was your favourite below and as always I hope you’ve had a wonderful weekend! x
All of these looks are super cute! I super love that skirt <3 The Quirky Queer
Thank you Izzy! x
My favourite is number three although I love the skirt in number one, and your hair looks amazing! I think you've done posts on your hair before, but I'd love to see another one.Courtney from Two Looks, One London | Fashion, Beauty, Life… .x.
Thank you ladies! And yes of course! I was thinking of doing a video sometime soon on my everyday hair routine? 🙂 x
Beautiful pictures! I love this mac, look one is my favourite, love the fur stole!!Clothing Conscious // Fashion & Lifestyle Blog
Thank you Kasope! 🙂 x
Pretty much love all three styles, that Mac is so versatile and the colour is great too – burnt orange is a winner! Also the skirt from the first outfit is so pretty!!Saadiya x || That Girl Saadiya ||
Thank you Saadiya! <3
All of these outfits are super cute but the first outfit is my favorite :)http://www.theartofvintagerevival.com
Thank you Carmen! 🙂
Pahh, I beg to differ! Looking amazing as always, love outfit 2!
You are the colour queen Kristabel haha! <3
I've always had a problem finding out wear I love, I'm getting quite a collection now though. Love the pink mac It looks fab in the first outfit with the blueLaurenlivinginaboxx
Thank you Lauren! 🙂
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Aw! Thank you Grace :))
So breathtakingly beautiful Sade! I love the coloured macs! x
Thank you Lesley! xx
I loved the coloured macs by M&S! hopefully they will re-stock as most of them are sold out…..also love the skirt in outfit 1 xwww.thatgoodgirlchi.blogspot.co.uk
Thank you Chi Chi! Oh no! crossing my fingers they'll be re-stocked soon! 🙂 x
Sade, I have come to the conclusion you are perfect. No ifs ands or buts!! you just are!
Aww you cutie Kailey! <3
I love outfit number 2!xohttp://www.preyonfashion.com/
Thanks loves! <3
They all look great! My favorite outfit is the third – it's the only one I could see myself wearing – but I love the skirt in the first one and this picture is beautiful.
Thank you Lix! <3
Snap! Ive been drawn to this colour of late too! I particularly love outfit 2 all those hues together is just gorge! xx
Yes! Orange twins haha! x
This is absolutely beautiful! I always end up wearing dark clothes in Winter… it feels like the right thing to wear when you're feeling cold and blue, doesn't it? I need to get myself a colourful jacket ASAP!xx Maria
Get yourself one girl! You won't regret it! x