Comfy in Strips with Dorothy Perkins

Autumn Green

It's getting chillier but still warm enough that you don't have to go crazy with your layers. An over sized jumper, leggings and a snug blazer from Sporting Hares is all I need while the leaves all. 

I've tried and tested this gorgeous Beauchamp Blazer and it keeps out those wintery winds wonderfully. I love a blazer this time of year instead of a coat, keeps your outfit a little lighter and always looks gorgeous with a heavy knitted scarf and hat when the icy winter finally comes around. 

I'm wearing the Paddock Green blazer but there is a stunning range of colours for all year round that will fill your blazer gap in your wardrobe. With it's snug tailored fit the details add the experience of wearing this jacket. The Beauchamp blazer is a wool-blend with a taffeta-silk lining, velvet under collar for that snap of colour and wooden buttons. I honestly can't wait till I can wear this without a baby bump underneath so I can reap the full benefits of a perfectly tailored jacket again.

If you're looking for a winter blazer this christmas look no further and make sure you put this on your christmas list! Shop the full colour range here and start dropping the hints! 

Other Outfit details:
Jumper - H&M
Leggings - H&M
Boots - Fairfax & Favor
Scarf - Topshop
Earrings - DuttsonRocks

FATFACE CHRISTMAS BUNDLE GIVEAWAY

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!!!

I hope you're all feeling super festive but if not I hope this blog posts gets you well on your way to getting into the Christmas Spirit. I had so much fun shooting this little post for a very exciting reason...I'm holding a CHRISTMAS BUNDLE GIVEAWAY WITH FATFACE! 

It's a time of year for giving and being selfless and I know I adore the search for the perfect gift for my loved ones but this year it's you lovely people that are getting a christmas gift from me and my lovely friends at FatFace! I was sent the most wonderful bundle of lounge trousers, top and slippers for myself and Mike received his lounge trousers and T-shirt along with some amazing smelly candles and wash bags for us both and you can get your hands on all this. We are definitely going to be spending Christmas day in our new lounge-sets sipping mulled wine!

There is nothing I love to do more this time of year is light the fire, put a good christmas film on (ELF every time) and snuggle into some PJs and I'm totally smitten with these. Super warm, soft and comfy I doubt I'll ever change out of them. I love all my little gifts and in your bundle if you are the lucky winner you will get:

*Your own lounge trousers and top

*Slippers

*Mens lounge top and trousers (always nice to share your winnings)

*2 lovely smelling candles

*1 large tin candle which also smells amazing

*A ladies wash bag filled with wonderful treats

*And a mens wash bag to keep him smelling tip top!

An amazing giveaway that you simply can't miss out on! 

HOW DO YOU ENTER: 

Link on my facebook page (search fivefotfour by Crystal Lily) then click giveway! 

Or enter below by clicking the link! 

Or click on the giveaway box on the side of my main blog page!

Comp ends 4th January 2016 so there is no excuse not to try your chances at having the snuggliest January you've ever had! 

Seconds of Gold

Super excited to show off this gorgeous wooden watch from JORD. Wooden watches aren't something you see everyday but living by the beach and loving nature so much this watch is definitely a big hit with me.

Made from finely grained golden Koa wood with a wonderful auburn colour it's the perfect winter time keeper to go with warmer coloured outfits. As some of you know I adore rose gold and the Cora watch that I wear has a rose gold face with Swarovski crystal markers to add that hit of sparkle that is always needed! The rose gold and the colour of the Koa wood compliment each other perfectly creating such a unique watch that sparks conversation every time. 

I styled my outfit around the Cora Koa and Rose Gold watch bringing in warmer tan colours to embrace the wooden materials. My absolute favourite hat is from Holly Young Millinery that was personally made to my own preferences...you can chose what colour you want the hat and style whatever colour ribbon you want to suit your style. Paired with my black roll neck jumper to keep the winter chill off from Topshop, my faux suede skirt from Primark at a bargain price and my over the knee boots from Garage Shoes which have appeared so many times before but I can never get enough. Comfy, warm and a great way to wear knee high wooly socks to make sure your legs are kept snug. 

Looking for the perfect christmas gift? I couldn't recommend these more for men and women, no batteries required and with beautiful moving automatic movement. 

Shop them here - www.woodwatches.com

Merry Christmas with Tiffany Couture

Merry Christmas Everyone!

After a lovely morning of rummaging through my stocking that Santa brought me, having a massive lunch, opening presents, then champagne and choccies, it's safe to say I'm worn out. This day is always to tiring but thankfully this year I get to do it all over again on saturday with more family come to visit. Safe to say I have been spoilt this year and can't wait to hit the sales and grab myself some bargains.

As promised todays special christmas booth brings another one of my favourite christmas dresses, of course it's glittery. Love the fit and the gold and silver glitter made the deal for me with my magpie eyes. Also introducing you all to the beautiful head piece made for me by Tiffany Couture. It's sparkly, festive and just down right amazing don't you think? I'm so lucky to have been given this piece to show you so I saved it for todays outfit as Christmas day is so special. All pieces by Tiffany Couture are hand made and with amazing pieces crafted for weddings, parties, events and gifts each are individual and just gorgeous. A beautiful way to dress up any outfit and make a statement this festive season.

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Happy Christmas Eve

Happy Christmas Eve Everyone! 

The run up to christmas is always so exciting each year, the busy shops, the sales, the food shopping, buying others presents, the christmas lights, all running up to one day, but in my opinion my favourite day is Christmas Eve. The excitement is there, the presents get wrapped, the TV is full of festive favourites, the turkey is in a low heat warming the house and making it smell all christmassy. No day is stronger for christmas spirit than today. So here is a happy and bright festive outfit for you all. 

After a more subtle post yesterday I thought we'd go all out with sparkles and bling for today in the christmas booth. My favourite playsuit, long socks and heeled chelsea boots decorated with my LoveFromMilan necklace and my adorable shiny earrings that I got sent in my perfect strangers parcel last month. I always think when you dress up for christmas it should be in some of your favourite items that you feel comfortable and totally yourself in so you can relax and have a great time with the closest people in your life. 

Just one more sleep, hope you are all ready, presents wrapped under the tree and getting ready to celebrate with champers and mulled wine, so excited.

Christmas Hair Tip

Before the shops get even more horrific here is a quick must have over christmas. My hair secret to never losing the volume to my hair is using Batiste at the roots in even sections of my head (but I avoid spraying it on the top), then rub it in and not only does it boost your hair for a freshly washed feel but also adds amazing volume. Also saving your hair from damage if you wash it everyday and it also helps to style your hair. I find when I style my hair after using this is holds so much better and adds lift and shine.

Quick little christmas tip if you have a busy week ahead but want to look like the stresses of christmas aren't getting to you. Christmas Eve tomorrow and I can't wait...of course there will be another post from the christmas booth, 

Happy Christmas Eve Eve!


Photos by Olivia Bossert