Autumn steals!

Now, as much as I would love to be strolling around in the latest Burberry mac or Chanel little black jacket; my bank certainly wouldn't let me. With winter fast approaching however, I do need to be getting my hands on a cosy new coat but at an affordable price with essential style. After browsing a variety of high-street stores and comparing them with runway identical's, i've selected the best of the bunch that are perfect for every outfit and every weather!

                                                                      

My first selection is 3 of my top favourite boyfriend style coats, that are set to be the favourite style for this A/W. Ive chosen these 3 styles from Zara,Topshop and H&M all at affordable prices for the perfect winter warmer. The first coat from Zara is perfect for this seasons pastel trend and will brighten up any grey day! I love the side fastening on both jackets from Topshop and H&M, it allows both coats to almost have two styles when open and closed, either way they both look fab and with dimmer colours they can be matched with anything! 

My next top 3 styles are for the perfect leather jacket, although leather isn't always the warmest of coats for winter they are a top wardrobe essential and every girl needs at least one for autumn. I would literally be lost without my little black leather jacket, it goes with everything from party dresses to office wear and gives that biker/ rock chick edge to any outfit. Although black is one of my preferred colours for leather there are some pretty wild colours out there if you want to brave them, i've picked a few below that are again all reasonable prices. If you prefer a warmer jacket for winter pick one with fur in-lining for that extra layer or team with a cosy sweater, the fitted leather jacket will fit snugger and provide extra warmth! 

                                 

Another top trend for this A/W is the Trench coat. As we all saw at Burberry A/W13 spectacular show last year, midi length glossy trench coats are bound to be the top seller this season. As much as I would love to splash around in the rain with a burberry trench on I'm afraid I couldn't quite splash the cash so i've opted for some of these high-street identical's. The middle Asos coat is the ultimate classic and at just £63 its not going to make you bankrupt! A similar style in black from feelluxury.com is even cheaper at £40, so head over there if you want a real winter bargain. Both of these jackets are wax material and a more waterproof coat than the Ted Baker stunner, however it will keep you warmer with a higher wool content, perfect for the snow days so you can stand bright and keep cosy!

Hopefully those 3 main styles will help you decide on your perfect A/W coat this season, but if none of them took your eye then take a look at some of my favourites from the high-street! A range of Asos, Topshop, Zara and River island in there all at great prices, hope you fall in love with them as much as I did and find yourself a bargain this winter! 

Thanks for reading! 

Loveash-xx

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MFW- Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2014

With today being the last day of Milan Fashion week, i've been able to look over my favourite designers and choose my 'Best in show' from the past week. I won't lie, it was a tough decision between a range of different shows. 

                        Gucci                      Cavalli                        Armani

Gucci went for a laid back approach with models supporting barely dry scraped back hair and minimalist make-up but the same couldn't be said for the clothing. With a sports luxe effect shining through with silk track pants and matching silk blouses, I enjoyed the fishnet mesh oversized tee's and matching bra tops in the same material. They contrasted great with the art deco printed skirts pictured below. Roberto Cavalli showed a glamorous show with a powerful and wild side. The alligator biker jackets and python print dresses were a top hit and one of my favourite's was the most delicate subtle degrade pastel pink evening gown. Giorgio Armani's show 'Lights & Shadows' displayed stunning fluttery, chalky pastel chiffon dresses and stunning block suits that would be the envy in any office. Armani show's his passion for clothing real women who need those viable wardrobe solutions, whatever they are doing. He will certainly have these ladies looking for pretty frocks and wearable designer, flooding through his doors for this new collection. 

                 

  Dolce& Gabbana S/S 2013

My chosen 'Best in show' however, has to be the stunning Dolce& Gabbana Spring/Summer 2014 ready to wear collection. I struggled to see how Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana could top their S/S 2013 collection with their classic 1960's italian inspired prints and to die for silhouette figure hugging basket skirts. However they went and did it again, even after the year they've had!  They have however continued onto another italian heritage theme, this time it's further back than the 60's with more of a ancient rome feel and D&G have certainly found some precious gold artifacts! 

                                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                                                                     
Dolce and Gabbana said there show was an imaginary journey to rediscover ancient sicily, and a fantastic journey it was. Stunning gold, waist clinching belts were at the centre of the most delicate gold embellished dresses. The gold didn't stop there either, with small coin shapes sewn together to make a mesmerising mini dress whilst other coins were made larger into hoop earrings or incorporated into messy up-do's. However it wasn't just the gold that was catching everybody's eyes, the similarities shone through from the S/S 13 collection with pretty roman columns and greek temples printed onto midi-length silk dresses. This mix of old greek fabrics and stunning blossom trees worked so well together and created some truly inspiring, magical pieces.

This collection really was a dream to watch, with the models standing tall like real roman princess's all I could imagine was having it all for myself! I would die for anything in this show from the amazing oversized coin belt and gold rush accessories to the delicate lace and silk mix tempting mini dresses! The luxurious blossom print two piece was also another amazing outfit that I can only dream of having in my possession! It was all about the details in this show and Dolce& Gabbana certainly delivered.

Did you love the collection as much as I did? Or were there any other collections that caught your eye? Let me know by commenting below:)

Images from- http://www.vogue.co.uk

http://beautifullyfierce.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/favourite-milan-fashion-week-ss13.html#.UkBorhbEPww 

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LFW- Burberry S/S14

As you all know LFW is well on it's way and the place to be if you want to see next seasons hottest new designs. The base of it all stands at Somerset House just off Oxford street, where you'll find the majority of fashionista's and blogging beaut's. However the bigger designers have shows dotted around London and the Frow seats that every fashion lover would die for. With top celeb's and designers such as the infamous Anna Wintour, Top model's Cara Delevingne and Jourdan Dunn and even teen heart throb Harry styles on the scene who wouldn't want to be on the front row of our best loved designers? 

One of my favourite shows from LFW was Burberry's Spring/Summer 2014 absolute delight. A mesmerising show that had all the viewers in oar of this beautiful collection that was effortless perfection. Christopher Bailey really does know how to make us want more and want it now. The stunning gem motifs each delicately placed on intricate English lace at the Porsom S/S14 runway was just to die for, with feminine silhouettes and vibrant accessories Burberry is certainly what I dream to be head to toe in next spring/summer! 

One show stopper that caught my eye was this transparent cape worn by model of the moment Cara Delevingne who closed the show. Matched with vivid pastel colours this cape is a Spring/Summer must have, not for the faint hearted but definitely a head turner, like all of the collection it is truly is stunning.

Bravo Burberry.

Images-https://twitter.com/Burberry

The new kid.

Hello-

Today is my first day as a 'blogger'. 

I use Tumblr/Instagram & Twitter but I wanted somewhere to really express my views on new fashion, new styles, ootd's and all things creative that interest me. Just incase they may interest others:)

As I say i'm new here so don't expect my blogs to be amazing quite yet!

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Ash x