Sling It… S/S 17 Style Inspiration - The shoe!

For the most part I wear either boots or sneakers all year round, but for this coming season I'm have my eye on an old classic, I see coming back around time and time again - the slingback shoe.

As with many of my other picks for this little series, they can be worn both casual with jeans/shorts and a tee or be the perfect pairing with a dress or a nice trouser and top for a formal work look or night out.

Show Some Ankle… S/S 17 Style Inspiration - The Trouser!

So now we made it to the fourth instalment of my Spring/Summer Style Inspiration Series - and in this one we will be looking at the trouser style, I think will be the one to go for the coming seasons.

It is not a new one - we have seen the culotte/cropped wide leg trouser in many forms the past few years, but I haven't really gotten into until now.

It also seem that the high street (especially Zara) have thrown their love on this style this season.

So there is lots colours, shapes and materials to choose from - I have collected some of my favourites for inspiration.

Return of a Classic… S/S 17 Style Inspiration: The Jacket!

My pick for a spring jacket is probably a bit controversial - partly because a blazer is a classic staple piece in most wardrobes, but also because compared to the other trends, I am featuring, this really doesn't seem to be one, where the high street agrees with me.

However after quite a break, I will be bringing out my black blazer once again, and I have seen that a lot of bloggers are leaning towards this more structured jacket as well.

Despite the fact, that the high street (in my opinion) haven't really caught up with the return of the blazer idea, I still managed to find a few good ones - but I really hope, that I will be right and that the high street will bring out a larger range in the coming months.

Red Alert… S/S 17 Style Inspiration - The Colour!

So for this next installment of my S/S inspiration, I will share the colour, which I predict (together with many high street shops) will be huge the coming seasons.

Red is the bold and sexy older sister to another season favourite pink. 

Pink have made into pretty much every aspect of my life, however the red, I will keep to my wardrobe, but here I actually do prefer it to the pink. I am however toying with the idea of a red and pink outfit, whether I will be brave enough time will tell.

I will however for sure be pairing the red with some of the other trends, I will be including in this little series - and this is really the idea, that all of the trends can be mixed and matched together and some items might even cover several trends in one.

It is that time of the year… My picks and tips to shopping the sale!

Christmas is over and the sales are on - we had actually not even made it to Christmas eve before all my favourite webshops had started their sales.

I really try not get carried away, but I have to admit, that yesterday a made a very unplanned sale purchase at COS - a "very unlike me" pink coat, which is unfortunately no longer available online.

But usually I try to stick to a couple of rules, when it comes to sale shopping.

But first lets look at some of my (other) sale picks. These are not all pieces, I have purchased, as my budget this year is limited - but it is the pieces, that I think are great sale picks.

Space Cadet… Style Inspiration - Metallic Silver!

As I mentioned before, I not by per definition a trend follower - I have my staple wardrobe and every season I normally get drawn to a trend or two. As you know, I'm quite fond of the badge-trend, we saw this Autumn.

It is often one of those micro-trends, that I come a cross by checking the "new in" section on my favourite webshops pretty much every day.

One of the micro-trends, that really caught my eye coming into Winter has been metallic - especially silver.

It started with the cami top from H&M, which undoubtedly looks like something my mom had in her closet in the late 80's or early 90's and from then, I found myself searching for "silver" on all the shops.

So I gathered some inspiration for this trend.

Puf Puf Puf… Style Inspiration - The Puffer Jacket/Coat!

If you are a child of the 90's like me, you will remember, when the puffer jacket was last, the thing to wear!

Back then the cool kids wore the short version (preferable oversized) and the more stylish women wore the slim fit longer version.

Now they are back in all shapes, sizes and colours - after the comeback of the bomber jacket, which was also a huge 90's trend, it was really only a matter of time before we would see the puffers comeback.

And I'm so digging the comeback, because this is probably the most comfortable and warm outer wear option ever made - it is literally like wearing a duvet!

Earn your badges styles part II… Style Inspiration - How I style my Badge Shirt!

So this is the last part in my little badge series. This time I will style the ASOS Blue Shirt.

As I mentioned in my first badge post, I really like the contrast between this classic piece and the badges.

I did a more formal and a casual option as with the bomber, and trying also so incorporate some other A/W trends.

Outfit one

// ASOS Shirt // H&M Pleather Skirt // ASOS Colour Block Wool Coat // & Other Stories Boots //
// Whistles Clutch //

Earn Your Badges… Style Inspiration - Badges/Patches!

I'm not a uncritical trend follower, but once in while a trend comes along, that I just can't resist.

This Autumn/Winter the trend, that have really taken me by storm, is badges (or patches, if you prefer).

It all started with a visit to Debenhams in London back in August (the day before my 31st birthday) - on my way to the restroom, something caught my eye and I just knew, that I would regret it, if I didn't get it. Also I thought, that it would be perfect to make clear to my surroundings, that I might be over 30, but I'm not going to dress (or act) like one.

The item in question - the H By Henry Holland Badge Bomber Jacket. 

Since I have seen this trend everywhere, I have however limited myself to only one more badged item in my wardrobe.

But I still thought, I would give you some inspiration on which badged items you could incorporate into your wardrobe.

1. Mango Jumpsuit 2. Zara Long Shirt 3. ASOS Blue Shirt 4. Zara Jeans 5. ASOS Stribed Tee 
6. New Look Beanie 7. Monki Bag 8. H by Henry Holland Bomber 9. Monki Iron on Patches

Lux for less… Style - Luxury Bags for Less!

I'm the definition of a bag lady - in the good way though!

Ever since I was in my teens, I've been obsessed with bags and I got my first designer bag on a trip to Rome, when I was 17 - it was a Gucci Bardot in tan. The whole experience was amazing and this was the first time I had the feeling, that a bag was talking to me.

I have had this feeling so many times since and I have to say, it is quite a special one.

However I don't have the budget for going out and buying designer bags, so my designer purchases since the Gucci has been limited to a Marc by Marc Jacobs Clutch and my Alexander Wang (neither in the really high end price-wise).

But it has actually had a very positive effect, as it has made me realise, that you can easily get the feeling at a more budget-friendly price.

So for this post I have gathered some tips for getting the luxury feeling/look for less as well as my favourites shops to go to, when looking for it.

But lets start with some inspiration for luxury feeling bags at a more budget-friendly price, that are available right now in my favourite shops.

Season selections… Style Inspiration - Spring/summer additions!

While spring is not really showing itself at its best here in Copenhagen, I'm confident, that soon I will be able to wear open shoes, lighter layers and show more skin.

Every season I plan out which more "trendy" and seasonal pieces, I want to add to my wardrobe, and as usual I'm sharing my thoughts with you, so hopefully it will give you some inspiration.

// ASOS Silver Mirror Sunglasses // Zara White Sneakers // London Rebel Red Lace Up Shoes
// ASOS Tailored Culottes // Topshop Slouchy Jumpsuit // & Other Stories Printed Shirt Dress // Weekday Striped Shirt
// H&M Embroidered Blouse // ASOS Eastern Print Bomber //

Welcome to the party season (part III) ... Christmas Party Outfit Idea - Subtle sexy in all black!

Whenever in doubt turn to black and preferable an all-in-one solution such as a jumpsuit or dress.

I love jumpsuits and worn right it can be the perfect understated sexy party outfit.

I kept this one all black to further enhance the sexy vibe, because in my mind nothing is sexier than black!

Welcome to the party season (Part II)… Christmas Party Outfit - Fancy Formal!

So next up is a bit more formal outfit.

A dress is always a good starting point for a party outfit. I love dresses, but not the really dressy kind.

I did however mix it up a bit a went with a coloured version (it was very tempting to go with the black though) and then went black, gold and simple with the accessories.

I think the green, black and gold make an excellent match for a Christmas party without going all out in red and glitter.

Welcome to the party season (Part I)… Christmas Party Outfits - Laid back with a twist!

Last year I did a little series with suggestions for New Years Eve outfits.

This years I'm decided to do Christmas party outfits (that could however go very well for New Years as well).

The outfits are a reflection of my personal style.

I don't really like having clothes, that I can only use for certain special events, but I do however like to get something new, when I have an event coming up.

This first outfit is a more laid back version that starts with a good pair of jeans (pick your favourite pair) and then dress it up with textures and a bit of bling.

Out of my comfort zone… Style Inspiration - Wide Leg Trouser for Dummies!

If you follow me on Instagram (if you don't, you should - @Juliemb5), you will have seen, that I this past weekend did something, that is very unlikely for me - I wore the same pair of trousers two days in a row.

The star? - A pair of wide leg jersey trousers from H&M (get them here or in store).

I really didn't think, I was going to do the wide leg trouser trend - I just couldn't see it go with my style and wardrobe or my short legs.

With that said, I still felt very drawn to them, when I saw them in store, and after a trip to the fitting rooms, I went straight to the checkout.

I think the fabric is a main part in me loving them.

Jersey has this relaxed feel, but also make them fall so nicely, and oh they are so comfortable.

I thought, I might not be the only one, who is a bit hesitant about the wide leg trend, so to convince you, I would give you some inspiration to a day-look and an evening-look featuring these wonderful trousers.

Day - Casual Relaxed

Go Sleeveless… Style Inspiration - Waistcoats!

Spring has sprung in Denmark, and that calls for lighter layers.

I fell in love with the waistcoat late last summer, when it slowly showed its face on the highstreet - my first one was from Zara and I remember going back and forth before getting it, but in the end, I never regretted it.

So I was happy to see, that the trend really stepped forward this spring, and now they are everywhere!

So I decided to gather a little selection to get you started, if you still haven't got one.

Go Green… Style Inspiration - Khaki Green!

Khaki/forest green is the way to go for this winter/spring.

It is chick, understated and a nice change from black.

I gathered some favourites to get you started on the green trend.

Chick & Sleek… New Years Eve Outfit - Dinner with friends!

For my second New Years outfit, I have gone with something a bit more low key, but still quite chick and dressed up - however I would also wear this any other time of the year.

But it is perfect for a nice and casual dinner with friends or family.

All Dazzled out in Sequins… New Years Eve Outfits - The Big Party!

New Years Eve means pretty much nothing to me.

I've never really been into the whole idea of it being this very important night, where you have to do something special.

However I do recognized, that if, there is a time to wear sequins and glitter, it is at New Years.

I'm going to do three outfits ideas for New Years - and there will be something for every type of New Years Eve.

But I thought, I would start with a "BANG".

Laid Back… One Online Shop One Autumn/Winter Outfit - Zara Edit!

Now the time has come to Zara in my little series.

A few years ago, I would never even think to visit a Zara shop let alone browse their webshop.

But after a few very great successes with their bags, I now often visit both the physical shop and their webshop. However I still think, that they are not the greatest for the more curvy girls, even though they have become more generous with their sizes, than they used to be.

However I have actually managed to find quite a few good clothing items from them the past year, and they are still my go-to, when I looking for a new bag.

So of course I had to include them as well.

This outfit came in at £ 220, so actually quite good, there isn't as many items as in the previous outfits though.

However it does include a staple for me - a relaxed but still smart pair of black trousers.