With the combination of Christmas gifting and the start of sale season I've acquired a few new pieces in the last few weeks. I feel like I'm the last person on Earth to get their hands on a pair of Nike Air Force's but with my beloved chunky Topshop trainers looking worse for wear, a new pair was needed to act as a replacement. I opted for the new Sage addition Air Force's as they have a slightly chunkier platform meaning they're a more apt replacement for my old trainers. So far they've proved to be a perfect replacement and I can't imagine what I'd wear on my feet on a daily basis if it wasn't for a white pair of trainers.
For a while I've wanted an overcoat and this has only been reinforced by my newly attained part-time job as a Sales Assistant at Mango. Even with my staff discount though, the post-Christmas Day ASOS sale led me to a Mango overcoat which filled my void perfectly with a better price tag to match. The thing that drew me to a coat of this style is the relaxed sophistication and multiple styling possibilities with my preferred way of styling being pictured in the post - that being with my favourite ASOS Farleigh jeans, a classic roll neck, my new trainers and my well-loved cross body bag that has accompanied me on all my recent nights out. A roll neck frames the V-shape of the coat and acts as a solid layering piece as overcoats aren't the most practical when it comes to warmth. Since the coat is double breasted it appears formal once the buttons are done up and the waist it tied, but if it can be helped I prefer having it unbuttoned for a more slouchy look. The neutral tones that run through the coat make it easy for styling which is something that appealed to me as it can act as an everyday piece which is what an investment piece, such as this, should be used for.
All of the images in this post were taken whilst I was on holiday with my family over the New Year period. The photo above was one I took whilst we were there so I thought I'd share all of the pretty sunset colours and the gorgeous view.
Mais x
