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"You cannot fake chic but you can be chic and fake fur" - Karl Lagerfeld

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Fluffy marshmallow or a human in tacky (in a good way) sugar colour faux fur jacket? Who knows.

This whole winter I have been searching for the perfect coloured fur coat. I didn’t want something too long or more importantly too short. Something with a subtle pattern or colours that I could wear with most things yet wasn’t just a plain colour (I normally always end up with black). And so the challenge was set to find the perfect short faux fur jacket.

Jacket; Zara. Jeans; Missguided. Boots; Topshop. Top; Adidas Originals.

I did that annoying thing where you have the idea of what you would like in your head but know it doesn’t exist so you just keep searching and browsing and looking until you find something you’re happy to settle for. And so shopping in the Edinburgh Zara last week I came across this little beauty which I was more than happy to settle for. Firstly it’s sooooooooo fluffy!!! And ridiculously cosy. The colours are perfect to pair with monochromes, I’m yet to be adventurous and try with any other colours than white, black and grey. But I can’t decide if it would look nice with blue jeans or not!

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The only downside to this super cute jacket is that there are no pockets. I love a pocket or two. I love how soft they can make fake fur feel, it’s really tricky to feel the difference (for me anyway). Has anyone else seen in the news recently that some high street retailers have actually been selling real fur from rabbits and racoon dogs advertising as fake?! So so shocking! Poor bunnies.

These have to be the fun-est jeans I've bought all year! Well as fun as jeans can get. These are the first pair of jeans I've bought from Missguided and I have to say I'm pretty chuffed with them, although I would recommend going a size down. It seems like the ripped denim trend isn't going away for 2017 so to jazz up the look I've gone for a pair with cute little stars on.

Add on black chelsea boots; a wardrobe staple for every autumn/winter. Can't shout about these boots enough! In attempt to try and match the baby pink of the coat I pinched this adidas top from my boyfriend, these retro style t shirts are perfect to chuck on with anything and nothing.

Hope everyones enjoying xmas shopping! I love it so much and always get so carried away. Not too mention the joy of wrapping things eeeeek.

See below for my fave faux fur pieces.

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"I have said that black has it all. White too. Their beauty is absolute. It is the perfect harmony." —Coco Chanel

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Monochrome is by far the easiest colour combination to pull off. Sleek and sophisticated with little thought needed, simply put together your favourite black and white pieces and ta dah, a perfect monochrome harmony is created.

Jumpsuit; Zara. Top; Boohoo. Bag; Primark.

Living in Scotland I have to admit I prefer not to buy so much summer clothing but instead focus on purchasing summer ish clothing that I can basically wear all year round. So that leaves me with plenty of outfit options for autumn/winter, my favourite clothing season! Being able to wear summer clothes in winter might sound ridiculous at first but once you learn how to layer, it is a piece of cake.

Boots; Topshop. Jacket; Zara.

So how do you wear a summer jumpsuit in winter? Well, thankfully AW16 is all about layering. So simply add a basic turtleneck underneath, a cosy pullover on top or a chunky scarf to keep you warm. I’ve paired this gorgeous pinstripe jumpsuit I bought from Topshop in the summer with a ribbed turtleneck to turn it into a wintertime appropriate look. To keep the black and white thing going I’ve accessorised with a studded clutch from Primark years ago… I’m not usually one to shop in Primark but I have to admit I do love a bargain. Who doesn’t!

To carry on the colour pallet I’ve added my trusty biker jacket, a definitive wardrobe staple. Although this Zara one is not real leather it does the trick until I can afford a ‘proper’ one… I love the buckle adding some extra detail to an everyday jacket. Another wardrobe staple has to be black chelsea boots with a little heel. Don’t you love when you find the perfect hight of heel that doesn’t look like a tiny kitten one or a massive stiletto and is comfy to walk in for long (ish) periods of time!!! Happy days. UPDATE: I wore these for over 12 hours on an day trip to Edinburgh and had super sore feet by the end of the day, booo. I’ve been loving Topshop boots this year, will definitely be adding to the collection on boxing day. I’m excited for boxing day sales already!? Eek!

(Real life footage of me boxing day shopping) - Source

By the way when is the appropriate time to start listening to Christmas songs? I have to admit I listened to a Spotify xmas playlist last week… Santa Baby and Fairytale of New York did make an appearance…

See below for some monochrome picks.

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"One is never overdressed or underdressed with a Little Black Dress" - Karl Lagerfeld

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The LBD; a timeless piece for everyone, regardless of age or style, this item has a place in everyones wardrobe .

Dress & Jumper; H&M. Scarf; BikBok. Jeans; Dr. Denim.

This bargain 90s style slip dress from H&M is the foolproof Little Black Dress, as you can wear it casual or dressy, not being overdressed nor underdressed as Karl may say. Read some of his best quotes here. During summer this dress is lovely and lightweight at the right length for someone taller like me (but I have to be cautious of the slits riding up when I sit down... tall people issues) paired with sandals or a pair of converse, a LBD is an instant good day outfit.

Source; Giphy.

When it becomes cooler in winter and you want to keep wearing that summer dress simply think layers, layers and more layers! Add a plain turtle neck underneath or patterned to spice things up. And for when it becomes even cooler wear over skinny jeans instead of tights for a minimal (and warmer) look. I weirdly struggled to find a nice pair of pale denims, which was odd considering how many variations of skinny jeans are for sale. These Dr. Denim jeans have the perfect amount of stretch without feeling too jegging like… oh dear remember jeggings!

Jacket; Topshop.

Does anybody else feel like such a mum wearing dresses over trousers or a top underneath a dress? This glittery lurex turtleneck from H&M last year was again a bargain and is making me feel a little christmassy, to embrace the christmassy ness feelings I've harmonised with some little cute glittery socks. A big chunky scarf is a must in Aberdeen right now, I love those big-enough-to-be-a-picnic-rug kinda scarves.

Trainers; Reebok. Socks; Jigsaw.

I love this dress with a heeled boot or chunky trainers. I’ve stuck to bluey/green colours in accessories and other clothing pieces to bring out the black. This bomber from Topshop is quite formal at first but isn't too smart to wear with trainers. I wonder when/if bomber jackets will go out of fashion soon? Everyone and their nan seem to have one. To top off the outfit is of course a little Zara bag (I honestly have an unhealthy obsession with Zara and I don't know how to control it, help would be appreciated).

Bag; Zara.

P.S. Any bargains on black Friday? Missguided had 50% off everything but basically everything was out of stock... although 20% off Asos did do some damage to the wallet.

See below for different ways to accessorise the LBD.