ONE COAT, THREE WAYS

So, Christmas is over for another year. I don't know about you but what I look forward to the most is the Boxing day sales. Who doesn't love a bargain? (Apart from the horrendous queues and cat fights over the last pair of size 3 suede knee high boots. Totally not talking from experience!) Personally I prefer to shop the sales from the comfort of my bed.

BLACK BLACK LAYERS

There is nothing I love more than stepping out the door in all black. Without hesitation I always reach for an item of clothing in a dark colour-way. Who doesn't? Whether it's in form of an accessory like an ankle boot or leather waist belt, or simple pair of black skinny jeans. I feel most at ease in some form of dark colour.

GESTUZ, OLIVIA PALERMO STYLE

I first spotted Gestuz at London Fashion Week sported by the one and only Olivia Palermo. (You can see how she styled her Gestuz sleeveless jacket, here.) And, well If it is good enough for Olivia herself then it sure is good enough for me! I have to admit I was hesitant when styling this jacket as I wanted to give it every justice it deserved so, pairing it with a black roll neck and midi skirt seemed to be the perfect partner for this stand out jacket. 

Now which Gestuz purchase shall I make next? This chevron longline coat or this geometric knit..

Gestuz Sleeveless Jacket* (Alternative here) Mango Poloneck, Asos Skirt and Zara Heels (Similar)

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THE SHEARLING JACKET

Yes, I know what you're thinking. "Hannah is that another coat?" Damn right it is. I own several different coats, for good reason; oversized, longline, wrap, leather. But, not a shearling number! See there is a coat for every occasion and more importantly every outfit.

CHRISTMAS GIFTING FOR HIM

Next up on my Christmas to-do list is to buy for the men in my life, including my Fiance. Jeez, what a task that is proving to be! I don't care what people to say, men are so much harder to buy for. Give me a Roses Diptyque candle or a Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb gift set and I'm over the moon! (Unless you have a vintage Celine bag hiding under that tree and that would be slightly more preferable...)

COLLARS UP

First things first, how incredible is this coat? From the large out-there lapels to the soft waterfall front. Every aspect of this coat screams expensive. But let me tell you, I bagged this coat for a meer £69.99 which leaves you enough change for a matching scarf!

LONGER LINES

Another midi skirt to add to the collection you say? Hell yes! This grey brushed wool midi skirt is my latest addition and boy am I glad! Being a full A-line with a high rise waist this black roll neck is the perfect accompaniment.

FESTIVE GIFTING WITH BYSYMPHONY

If you read my latest gift guide posts you will already be aware that I've covered Black Friday/Super Sunday/Cyber Monday and Christmas gifting for her (at affordable prices!) Today I've upped the price range for those looking to splurge during the festive season. Here's me wishing I was one of those lucky people!

CROPPED KNITS PAIRED WITH MIDI SKIRTS

I am partial to a midi skirt or two, despite being merely 5"3 I just love the sophistication of a calf length skirt. Especially when its black.. and from Topshop.. and what's even better is the price. (£36!) Fit for any purpose and don't forget every occasion. So, what's taken you so long!? 

THE £200 FARFETCH GIVEAWAY

Yes, you heard that right, one of you lucky readers will be in with the chance of winning a £200 gift voucher to spend over at Farfetch! (I am insanely jealous right now as I could so do with putting the voucher towards my Sophia Webster shoe fund!)

BLACK FRIDAY, SUPER SUNDAY AND CYBER MONDAY DEALS

WOW, Black Friday is here and hasn't it been a busy one already!? If your super shopped out and are thinking of spending super Sunday and cyber Monday shopping from home, don't you worry. I've got everything covered so that you can shop right from the comfort of your bed, sipping tea and eating chocolate caramel digestives. (That sums up the majority of my weekends!)

BLACK FRIDAY IS APON US!

What does the girl that already has everything, ask for Christmas? Once you hit full time employment and you start to earn your own money you are able to buy yourself what you like when you like.

TWO PIECE SUIT

Oh the two piece suit. For a start, who doesn't have one in their over following wardrobes? A suit is probably the most versatile item you can own; together or separate this suit already allows 3 looks in one. Sold? Of course you are.

ANOTHER TOPSHOP CAPE

I'm sorry if you've seen this outfit all over my Instagram, can you tell its a favourite of mine? I wore this outfit last week to a crazy amount of press days followed up by an evening with Molton Brown x Reward Style (who treated us to a lovely gift voucher, just in time for Christmas!) finishing off with an Agent Provocateur Christmas party.

COLOURED FAUX FUR, TAKE 2

Accessories are a big thing for me this season; fringed blanket capes, oversized scarves and multi coloured faux fur stoles. You name it, I'll be accessorising with it!

THE PINSTRIPE COAT

Oh pinstripe coat, how I've waited four whole seasons to bring you out from inside my wardrobe! I love Winter, not exactly for the cold weather but for the amount of layering opportunities!

BRUNCHING WITH FRIENDS

Today I thought I'd bring you a different kind of post and incorporate lifestyle into my style posts and show you the kind of things I get up to, as well as what I'm wearing! This week I popped to Dean Street Townhouse with Kate from TheGlowEdit and Atosa from MyBubbaandMe to catch up on all things fashion and beauty.

THE WRAP COAT

There is nothing I love more than wrapping up in a brand new Winter coat. This gorgeous dusty pink Wallis wrap coat is one I've been living in recently, the waterfall lapel is so elegant and the tie waist really draws your eye to the waist. 

CAMEL V BURGUNDY

Burgundy and camel is not a colour-way I've ever sported before, why? I've been asking myself the same question.. The sleeveless knit was a bargain I picked up in Primark last week for a meer £12 (if burgundy isn't your colour it also comes in grey.) 

THE ULTIMATE WINTER ACCESSORY

Yes, I'm talking about the cape/blanket cape. Fringed, piped checked or colour-blocked, no matter what the style this is one accessory that is guaranteed to make you stand out come Winter.

CRUISING

I've teamed up with Travel Bag Cruise today to bring you a versatile day-to-night outfit suitable to wear on board a cruise ship. For this look I've concentrated more on an evening look with a neoprene mini skirt featuring a sultry front split which I've paired perfectly with a nude stiletto heel. I've made this look totally day appropriate by teaming the look with an oversized knit making it suitable for the colder climate. Simply swap your heeled sandal for a pointed pump or leather slider and you've got your versatile number sorted!

Zara Jumper, Finders Keepers Skirt* and Public Desire Heels*

BELTED

Belting a piece of knitwear, sleeved coat or oversized jacket is something I've been loving recently. I'm all about the oversized masculine look so adding a belt really draws in the waist and also adds a focal point to the outfit. You know I'm particle to a pair of culottes, I've also worn these here with the post amazing pair of court shoes.

Zara Coat, Warehouse Knit*, Asos Belt, Lavish Alice Culottes*, Celine Bag and Wallis Heels*

PERFECT DAY

You all know by now I love myself a culotte. Neoprene, wrap front, awkward length, I just love them! Over the past few season I must have acquired roughly about 7 pairs, this Lavish Alice pair being my newest addition (I also have these in white for SS!) I've paired my "perfect day" pointed courts with this look to give this ensemble a stand out pop of colour.

Topshop Boutique Jumper, Lavish Alice Culottes* and Asos Heels.

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THE MAXI CARDI

There is nothing I love more than wearing black, what girl doesn't? Adding a pop of colour in form of an accessory is the easiest way to perk up the darkest of outfits. Instead of a brightly coloured heeled sandal or pastel shopper I've gone with knitwear and tied this beautiful blue Gestuz maxi cardigan around my waist to break up the colour.

The buckled leather jacket and silver zips on the ankle boots perfectly polish off this edgy look

Gestuz Cardigan* Topshop Leather, Topshop Tee, Topshop Jeans, Zara Boots and Celine Sunglasses

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