How To Wear: The Leather Riding Boots

One of my winter loves has to be boots, and the best part is that they come in a variety of designs. From long to short,heel to flat.

Some days you just want to be warm, and just "comfortable"...and  that is where the leather riding boots come. They are absolutely cute.

Here I tried to create 4 pairings with the ALDO "Roediger Riding" Boot and I chose the tan one. I have to say, its one beautiful boot!

Look One

1. Boot 2. Jeggings 3. Oversized Knitted Jersey 4. Layering Top 5. Infinity Scarf 6. Light Pink Bag 7. Watch 8. Bangles

The first look, is very simple. I love wearing boots with either tights or jeggings (or even skinny jeans); because the material is slightly thinner than denim, and it won't cause any discomfort.
Here I used very simple (natural) colors, the grey, green and browns. Added a bit of color and bling with the accessories.

Look Two

1. Boot 2. Parka Jacket 3. Mint Skinny Jeans 4. Oversized Sweater 5. Scarf 6. Cross - Body Bag 7. Cross Ring

This 2nd one, was inspired by last week Friday. That day was so incredibly cold and I am not fond of thick clothing so the Parka Jacket is perfect for me. I love me some leopard print scarf too.

Look Three

1. Boots 2. Bleached Denim Shirt 3. Black Leggings 4. Blazer 5. Color Blocking Bag 6. Neon Yellow Bib Necklace & Earrings 7. Belt

Here I tried to add some color with the accessories as well. I absolutely love the bright necklace against the denim shirt. Neon Yellow is one of this season's on trend colors.

Look Four

1. Boot 2. Vintage Dress w/ Peter Pan Collar 3. Cable Knit Cardigan 4. Knee High Socks 5. Cross-Body Bag 6. Statement Ring

Look number 4 is totally experimental, but I do love it. Its very cute and girly. Its definitely for slightly warmer winter days. The belt from the dress can be worn over the cardigan; and this dress is so unbelievably cute.

Stay Warm :)

xoxo Nikki xoxo

How to Wear: The Peter Pan Collar Shirt

The Peter Pan Collar is back, this trend dating as far back as the 1930's has made its come back this winter. Its girly, whimsical with a touch of romance. The blouses/shirts can be paired with anything from skinny jeans, lace shorts, skirts and can also be worn under dresses (example the Skater Dress)...

There are also these detachable Peter Pan Collars; that you can wear on top of your sweater or under a collar. Youtube is full of videos on how you can make you own detachable Peter Pan Collar. Check out this video

3 Looks with a Crisp White Peter Pan Collar Shirt:

Look One - Pastel Colors

Crisp White Peter Pan Collar Shirt

Pastel Blue Jeans

Pastel Pink Blazer

Silver Pump

Fold Over Clutch Bag

Silver Accessories

Look Two - The Lace Shorts

Crisp White Peter Pan Collar Shirt

Black Lace Shorts

Denim Jacket

Lita Boots

Red Satchel

Gold Collar Necklace

Polka Dotted Stockings

Look Three - The Flarred Skirt

Crisp White Peter Pan Collar Shirt

Black Flarred Skirt

Mint Green Sweater

Silver Sparkly Stilleto from Sissy Boy

Frilly Ankle Socks

Shopper Bag in Pastels

Somes Pearls

How to Style: The Skater Dress

Olympics 2012 are coming up...and what better way to get ready for them, than doing it through fashion. Yes! Ladies; the darling cute SKATER DRESS, which is inspired by the dresses worn by figure skaters.

Skater Dresses are the trend this winter, take a look at how I style them...

Black Skater Dress 

Jeffrey Campbell Lita Booties

Red Skinny Belt

Red Fold Over Clutch

Dangling Earrings

Statement Ring 

The Little Black Skater Dress; kept it simple with just 2 colors. This look is perfect for going out, you can add a blazer and stockings if its too chilly. I absolutely adore the Jeffrey Campbell Lita Booties...

Cobalt Blue Skater Dress

Tangerine Blazer

Sling Bag

Tights with Hearts

Flat Pumps

Stud Earrings

Cobalt Blue and Tangerine go so very well together. This is more of a casual look, love the stockings with hearts.

Leopard Print Skater Dress
Black Layering Top - Foschini R90
Black Skinny Belt
Denim Jacket
Nude Pump
Black and Gold Chunky Bracelet
Gold Hoops
Red Shopper Bag

Leopard Prints are a must have this season, and here I paired them with the all time favorite, denim. With this pairing, I added the layering tops. One of the things I love about winter, is layering.

Where You Can Find A Skater Dress:

YDE has Skater Dresses on sale for R450...I am not sure what colors they have though.

Below, I tried to style two different ones from YDE

How To Wear: Leather Pants

YDE R380.00

These pants are by ICON Ready to Wear and available at YDE for R380.00

I absolutely love these pants and they are perfect for the Fall/Winter weather. They are very easy to style, either up or down or to get that chic look, or even the rock chick look.

I have paired them with different types of fabrics; from chiffon, to knitwear, and from cotton to lace. I have tried to make the pants the main focus of each look.

Black Leather Pants (available at YDE for R380.00)

Emerald Green Chiffon Top

Black Bag

Statement Gold and Emerald Ring

Black Stilleto Pumps (Sissy Boy for R380.00)

The 1st pairing is very chic and put together. I have paired the leather pants with a chiffon top, the material is soft and compliments the leather. The black heel pumps finish off the outfit. Complete the look with a emerald and gold statement ring, black bag and black nail polish.

Black Leather Pants (available at YDE for R380.00)
Grey Vest
Yellow Lace Blazer
Black Shopper
Silver Hoops
Black Wedge Shoes (Sissy Boy for R420.00)

I know what I said earlier about the pants being the focus, but this yellow lace blazer kind of takes center stage. Here I'm pairing the pants with a cotton grey vest, put the stunning yellow lace blazer on top (not sure if these blazers are still available, or were even sold locally; but I am sure that you can take a regular blazer [black or white even tan] and get a bright colored lace material and get someone to put it together for you.). Finish off this pairing with some silver jewelery, black shopper bag and a black wedge shoe. This look is perfect for a night out.

Black Leather Pants (available at YDE for R380.00)
Oversized Sweater
Leopard Print Scarf
Lace Up Ankle Boots in Tan
Gold Watch
Orly Lollipop Nails

Pairing number 3 is laid back, features one of my favorite item of clothing; the oversized dolman sleeve sweater/top. This top is knitwear, which contrast the leather pants in a good way. Love the tan lace up booties, complete this pairing with a gold watch/bracelet, a leopard print scarf and some cute nail polish.

Black Leather Pants (available at YDE for R380.00)
Stripped Vest
White Boyfriend Blazer
Purple Shopper

Black Flat Pumps

Silver Necklace

Casual, comfortable and laid back. This look is perfect for shopping and running errands or just a going to lunch with friends. I have paired the pants with a stripped vest, a white boyfriend blazer, black flat pumps, silver necklace and a purple bag.

These pants has to be one of the easiest things to style, I absolutely love them. The pairings that I have not posted on the blog, will be posted on the blog's Facebook page, which can be found here

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