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The Letterman Jacket

I bought this Letterman jacket in the sale at Zara last week for only £29.99. I have always been a fan of the Letterman jacket look (or sometimes known as the Varsity Jacket). Most probably because I have always been a sucker for those American RomCom movies with the high school jocks and their awesome jackets that they drape over their girlfriends basically symbolising an engagement ring. When fashion labels started selling them specifically for us girls I was really happy. If you happen to buy one a size up it creates that adorable, I just stole my boyfriends jacket look which I adore. This jacket happens to be a bit oversized and I love that. I think the ZT initials on the back are for Zara’s label TRF…I am tempted to find some felt initials of my own to switch it up, yet we know that’s never going to happen.

HOW TO WEAR IT

With a statement jacket like this one I think the safest and most easy way to wear it is with skinny black jeans and a white T shirt. I have styled this look with my Converse trainers which subtley match the jackets banding.

TRADITIONAL STYLE

Letterman jackets are normally made using boiled wool which I personally find a bit too harsh to touch. this jacket is made with a soft felt and lined with a quilting. In the typical varsity style this jacket has the ribbed collar, cuffs and waist band detailing with the contrasting banding.

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High Street Haul August 2016

My most popular blogs and vlogs are my high street fashion hauls. You all seem to love the items I buy from Zara so this haul is dedicated to my fellow Zara adorers. I recently had a test shoot with the talented photographer Vaughan Treyvellan. A test shoot is basically an opportunity for a model to update their portfolio with images that are there to help them get booked on the next job or simply get the model called into a casting in the first place. I have been working on shoots and filming a lot lately which has meant that my portfolio is predominately jobbing photos, which are great but are obviously there to promote the product rather than me, myself.
When a model has a test shoot booked in they need to take along a load of clothes to shoot in. I love this opportunity. I get to embrace my inner stylist inspired by my interview with Clare Frith. I go into any shop I like and treat it as my dream wardrobe. I pick up absolutely everything and anything that takes my fancy and buy it all!! No lie!! I then stuff it all in a suitcase and head to my photoshoot. The hard part is trying not to hurt your bank balance by keeping every single item that you buy. Below you will see a few of the items that I did end up keeping.

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CHANEL VIBES
I adore this jacket as it has a touch of smart Chanel-esque vibe to it but is also a bit of a statement at the same time The jacket is super tactile and you will simply have to fondle the embroidered flowers that are loosely attached. Considering the amount of work that has gone into making this jacket I would say it is a complete bargain.

High Street Haul | August 2-16 | Megan Taylor

{Jacket : Zara} {Top : Zara} {Jeans : Topshop}

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PUSSY BOW ELEGANCE
This coat makes me incredibly happy and actually a bit giddy about Christmas. Under this coat I’m imagining a short black dress, black high heels and pearl earrings for my Christmas theatre trip. This coat will immediately dress up any outfit.

{Coat : Zara} {Heels : New Look}

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#MYCALVINS
Calvin Klein have gone crazy for social media campaigns lately and it seems everyone and their mum are obsessing over their Calvin’s like it’s the 90s all over again. This “outfit” would be perfect for a night in with Netflix. …that reminds me I have an epic Netflix Picks list for you currently being lined up.

{Shirt : H&M} {Knickers : Calvin Klein}

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FLAMINGO FUN
This t’shirt is made for jumping with joy. I have worn this t’shirt a couple of times and am constantly asked where I bought it from. You would never believe it was a cheapy tee from H&M…go and buy one before they run out.

{TShirt : H&M} {Jacket : Zara} {Jeans : Topshop} {Trainers : Converse}

High Street Fashion Haul SS16

I have been shopping quite a lot lately so I thought I would compile all of my purchases into one blog/vlog post. I have added all my clothes from Zara, Topshop, Bandy Melville, Next and Dorothy Perkins. All of the outfits are perfect for this weird inbetween-y weather we are experiencing in the UK. Literally one day it is 30° and the next 5° and raining…argh…what to wear?? I actually think the shoes choices is the most difficult. I have shared all the links to where my clothes are from below. The video link is at the bottom. I hope you enjoy it xx

Zara
Blue Striped Off Shoulder Dress
Oversized Light Blue Shirt
Tropical printed Dress

Topshop
Black Printed Dress
Patch Embellished Lucas Jeans

Brandy Melville
New York Tshirt
White Knit Jumper

Next
Straw Hat

Dorothy Perkins
Palm Springs Tshirt

Zara Spring Fashion Haul

I have been an adoring fan of Zara for more years than I can remember. Zara is place where you can buy clothes that represent what the high fashion designers are creating and celebs are wearing but at an affordable price. There is a smart but cool vibe to every garment they sell. Whenever anyone asks me where I got my outfit from, my answer 99% of the time is Zara! Below I have modelled my latest Zara Clothing Haul for you with loads of Spring 2016 looks to wear for any occasion. At the bottom you will also find my Zara Spring Fashion Haul Look book Video.

{ Blue Printed Coat . Mulberry Bag }
I love this look because it is oozes a cool effort-less vibe which can take you from office to bar.

{ Floral Jacket }

{ Blue Striped Dress }
For those warm days this dress is perfect for hanging out by the beach or in the lanes in Brighton.

{ Long Navy Dress }
This dress would be perfect for a garden party and has a great essence of easy cool.

Buy The Look

Floral Jacket
Black Crepe Trousers
Ray Ban Sunglasses
Blue Striped Dress
Long Navy Dress
Red Belt (similar)
Blue Printed Coat
Black Jeans
Converse
Mulberry Bag

Venice & Burano OOTD

Last week Liam and I went to Venice for a long weekend break to celebrate his birthday.
We stayed in a lovely hotel called Hotel A La Commedia and drank far more Aperol Spritz than I care to remember.
The weather was about 19°c, very different from England right now with our stormy rain.
I took my thermal Uniqlo jumpers that I mentioned in my Autumn Fashion Picks To Keep You Warm blog post and didn’t need a coat.
Take a look at my You Tube channel or the link at the bottom of this post for a little Outfit Of The Day style video of my trip.
If you haven’t been to Venice, I highly recommend it and make sure you take a trip to Burano. Burano is like a little fairy toy town, full of gorgeous brightly coloured houses and mini canals.

Venice OOTD
Pinafore – Zara (Last year)
Jumper – Uniqlo
Fleece lined Super Cosy tights – Primark
Boots – Vagabond
Handbag – Mulberry

{Poser}

{This particular Aperol pit stop was at Caffe Florian}

Burano OOTD
Jeans – H & M
Trainers – Converse
Trainer socks – H & M
Jumper – Project Social T
Top – H & M ( Last Year)
Hat – Zara

{We were in Burano on Halloween. This hat was the only costume I had with me}

{This pink house was my favourite}

{one of our favourite spots was at the edge of the island looking out over the sea}

‘A Night Out In…Venice’ blog post will be on here soon.

Autumn Fashion Picks To Keep You Warm

Although I love this time of year, I really do not like being cold. Over the years I have discovered many staples that I keep on using. Below I have shared what I believe to be the best ‘Autumn Fashion Picks To Keep You Warm’.

1. UniQlo Jumper £14.99
I can’t get enough of these UniQlo jumpers. In fact I now have five of them in an assortment of colours.
I buy the “extra warm” variety which keep me cosy throughout the coldest winter months.
They can be worn as a base layer or you can wear them on their own. I will be pairing mine with pinafores this winter.

2. Topshop Coat £89.00
A little faux fur never hurt anyone.
I adore this white Topshop coat. It can be worn in the day but would look great over a party dress to keep you warm on nights out.

3. ASOS Duffle Coat £75.00
It can be lovely and romantic under an umbrella, hearing the rain above you. Yet on an average day umbrellas can be a bit of a logistical nightmare with their wetness once you are indoors, putting them up and down and getting one good enough not to blow inside out. For this reason, I am a huge fan of hooded coats. I adore this ASOS duffle coat. It looks smart enough to wear to work yet has a hood to protect you from the unsettled autumnal weather.

4. ASOS Jumper £22.00
I tend to wear breton all year round. The sailor style looks really clean and refreshing. I feel the white blocks of colour are a great pop of colour to a earthy toned season.

5. Marks and Spencer Dressing Gown £45.00
This dressing gown is my favourite purchase of the year, honestly!
Welcome to the softest most cosy item you shall ever own. Once you are wearing yours everyone will want to give you a cuddle.
**be warned, this gown makes leaving the house very difficult**

6. Topshop Pinafore £39.00
I am loving pinafore’s this year. The whole Raggy Doll look is adorable and a very comfortable style to wear. The deep red of this Topshop pinafore is perfect for the autumn and winter months ahead. I have seen red pinafores in loads of high street stores this month including Topshop, Primark, New Look, ASOS and Urban Outfitters.

7. Topshop Baxter jeans £40.00
Black jeans are a must have all year round.
I love my Topshop jeans. They are well made, cheap and stretchy…therefore very comfortable.
**wardrobe staple**

8. Vagabond Boots £80.00
I have a great love for my Vagabond booties. I have the flat Chelsea boot style Vagabond’s and the very chunky healed version which I wear to castings.
Vagabond boots are great for the winter. I have had my two pairs for two years and still look brand new even though I wear them almost everyday.

9. Zara Scarf £17.99
Zara are wonderful for many fashion pieces but their scarfs are, I believe, the best on the highstreet. I buy these scarves each year in different colours. They are very soft and importantly they don’t leave fluff on your black coats. The scarves are incredibly large and can be doubled as a blanket when you are out and about. I always take mine to the theatre or cinema as a blanket as I always get sleepy and chilly in the theatre and cinema…am I the only one?

Hope you like my fashion picks for Autumn. Let me know if there are any more warm items I must stock up on.

End of summer [outfit of the day]

Another fabulous summer is coming to a close. Rather than being sad lets concentrate on how amazing autumn fashion is. I love the feeling of being warm enough to wear a simple tee with a mac and booties. Come winter you will find me hiding under a Liam Gallagher inspired coat, hiding from the blistering cold and looking far from fetch, so let us dress to impress whilst the weather permits.
This is my favourite transitional outfit that I have compiled.

Check out my latest YouTube Look Book video of this look at the bottom of this blog post.

{watch: Olivia Burton} {hair band: Popband}

{teeshirt: Brandy Melvile} {teddy bear ear beanie: Zara}

{Bag: Mulberry Lily}

{mac: Topshop}