Another day, another suit! I'm coming quite accustomed to wearing a casual suit combo lately. This paisley blazer and skirt set has the most gorgeous emerald tone and intricate details. Pairing with a victorian blouse and OTK boots provided a matador...esque feel! Ready to whip the street walk! Of course English temperatures call for a coat and this camel beauty has been my go to throw over recently!
If you follow me on Instagram and Twitter then you would have read all about the campaign that I recently took part in with Amazon Fashion Europe and renown photographer, Rankin. The concept of the advert was to empower other women to wear what they like regardless of their 'so called flaws'. Being 6ft, I have battled with the dilemmas of clothes not fitting well, trousers not being long enough or waists of dresses being in the wrong place but I have learnt to dress for my body shape and wear what I like, to me style is all about confidence.
In my teens I felt like I didn't fit in and always stood out, however by the time I hit 15 I learnt to accept my body and embrace my height. One of the reasons why I started my blog was to inspire other women through fashion, to stand tall and be confident. Fashion for me is all about how you style clothes to make them work for you and only you! It's about working with what you have and really not worrying about how others perceive you, and just wearing whatever the hell you want.. including the highest heels you can find! So with this in mind I was honoured to take part in the campaign and fly the flag for us tall ladies of the world!
Since this campaign went live I have received the most amazing feedback and comments from other tall women. Knowing that others have been inspired to step out of their comfort zone and try new things is what makes being a blogger so rewarding. Thanks so much for all your comments and emails.
Miltary details are everywhere at the moment and with Balmain cementing a collaboration with H&M, this further enforced the trend. What I love about this suit in particular is the gold details on the blazer and the fluted hem of this skirt... oh so elegant, plus the wool fabrication is just perfect for Autumn. I wore this outfit in Paris for PFW which was probably not the best time to wear a wool suit and turtle neck during the late summer, but I just knew it would serve me well during the cooler months to come.
Styling military details always works well with stripes and being in Paris definitely gave this ensemble a parisian feel. Mixing with a contrasting print in the leopard clutch and boot duo keeps my look fun and relaxed. To complete of course another fedora to add to my never ending collection, and this one comes in at a mere £29.... J' adore!
Whilst in Paris I stayed at the stunning and unique Napolean Hotel which was a absolute pleasure. Located literally a stone's throw away from the Arc de Triomphe, it's in the ideal location for sight seeing and shopping. I stayed in a complimentary junior suite which consisted of a spacious large bedroom with a king size bed and seating area, a closet to unpack and hang all my outfits plus a ensuite bathroom and separate toilet. Upon arriving to the room I was welcomed with a bottle of champagne and note.
If you love Paris as much as I do then this is definitely the perfect hotel to stay in as the Parisian theme is carried throughout the hotel from the lobby into the bedrooms.
The staff were extremely friendly and polite which truly made my stay in Paris a memorable one. Much needed to ease the hectic scenes of fashion week! Marsha C xoxo
Being tall I'm definitely a sucker for a longline blazer as they are perfect from breaking up my frame. This gorgeous feathered beauty was recently sent to me by the PLT team and I'm so in love with it. It's from the Lucy Mecklenburgh's chic party collection of old school glamour and elegant silhouettes and for £25 it really is worth it. Keeping my look casual for the day, I styled the blazer with my go to ripped skinnies and this lace victorian blouse, providing an elegant ensemble finished off with an edgy twist. With christmas parties on the horizon this feathered trim piece will be the perfect accomplice to a LBD and statement heels!
