TIP...add a white t-shirt to a simple a-line skirt for a modern 60's approach and these simple pieces look great with a tartan cape great over a jacket or on its own

tartan cape rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

t-shirt by lna http://www.lnaclothing.com

skirt by hobbs http://www.hobbs.co.uk

snakeskin belt by banana republic http://www.bananarepublic.co.uk

boots by marc by marc jacobs http://www.marcjacobs.com

sunglasses by thierry lasry http://www.thierrylasry.com

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

The Dress Code....

TIP...I love the graphic print of the dress and the detail on the top means that it draws attention away fro the bottom half of the body wear with fishnet or sheer tights to keep the look sexy

dress by topshop http://www.topshop.com

pony skin shoes by deena & oxxy http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk

TIP...go for the 70's with a snakeskin dress add a colored tight and retro coloured shoe and a fur collar finishes the look for an extra detail go for a satin coloured bra underneath great if wearing wrap dresses

dress by by marlene birger http://www.bymalenebirger.com

bra by etam http://www.etam.co.uk

fur collar by miss selfridge http://www.missselfridge.com

tights by bhs http://www.bhs.co.uk

shoes by river island http://www.riverisland.com

TIP...inspired by miu miu this great 40's style printed dress is great for a night out wear with short socks in a petrol bloe and strappy block heels for a quirky update and have added this metal bird lampshade as a hat!

dress by new look http://www.newlook.com

metal lampshade by habitat http://www.habitat.co.uk

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Monochrome.....

TIP...this is the ultimate dress for a glamorous night out but wear with flat black patent brogues and the dress can also work well for the day keep accessories simple to show off the dress

dress by urban outfitters http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk

shoes by aldo http://www.aldoshoes.com

TIP...a tux is big news for winter and the perfect way to wear monchrome I love the black leather collar on the blouse which with the two tone creeper style shoes is all the contrast you need

tux jacket by christian blanken http://www.christianblanken.co.uk

shirt by sandro http://www.sandro-paris.com

trousers by yong http://www.liberty.co.uk

shoes by sandro http://www.sandro-paris.com

TIP...a key piece to buy is a great knitted jumper wear with loose trousers in the same colour and add black accessories to keep this outfit looking minimal and slightly mod the metal heel is a great yet subtle added detail

jumper by sandro http://www.sandro-paris.com

trousers by finderskeepers http://www.asos.com

shoes by coccinelle http://www.coccinelle.com

hat by marlene birger http://www.bymalenebirger.com

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Show Me Yor Wardrobe.....

Show Me Your Wardrobe - Natalie Hartley from Shimmy Ahmed on Vimeo.

My latest venture with Jackie Dixon for her blog!

Colour Blocking.....

TIP...go glam and mix your silks I have updated a simple black blouse with retro colours and the bright waistband give great shape and makes the trousers look longer and more shapely

blouse by banana republic http://www.bananarepublic.co.uk

trousers by bhs http://www.bhs.co.uk

waistband made with ribbon from vv rouleaux http://www.vvrouleaux.com

shoes by rupert sanderson http://rupertsanderson.com

TIP...leather is a great way to update the black trouser and add a bold colour jumper for a casual look if wearing peep toe shoes go for a strong nail varnish and red lipstick for an added detail

jumper by topshop http://www.topshop.com

trousers by acne http://www.brownsfashion.com

shoes by polini http://www.pollini.com

geranium lipstick by christian dior http://www.dior.com/beauty

TIP...this dress cover 2 trends colour blocking with a 40's twist let the dress be the statement and style with a different coloured shoe for more impact don't match it just compliment the colours

dress by primark http://www.primark.co.uk

shoes by aldo http://www.aldoshoes.com

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Spots.....

TIP...go for androgony this season and get experimental with neckties and accessories like these perspex bangles for a more rock n roll look add snakeskin boots to clash the textures

blouse by river island http://www.riverisland.com

necktie and bangles by impulse http://www.topshop.com

jumper by m&s http://www.marksandspencer.com

trousers by dorothy perkins http://www.dorothyperkins.com

boots by lk bennett http://www.lkbennett.com

glasses by givenchy http://www.selfridges.com

TIP...play with details and look for collar or cuff details and pair with spotty culottes or simple trousers if you just want subtle detail and the hat gives the 70's twist

blouse by hobbs http://www.hobbs.co.uk

culottes by very.co.uk http://www.very.co.uk

shoes by thakoon http://www.net-a-porter.com

hat by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

TIP...the black spotted dress is a ket evening dress for autumn and go crazy with spots by adding polka dot tights but patent brogues gives the look more of an interesting edge for a short dress

dress by julian macdonald for debenhams http://www.debenhams.com

spotty tights by pretty polly http://www.prettypolly.co.uk

brogues by paul smith http://www.paulsmith.co.uk

photographs by myself

Tailoring.....

TIP...mix and match your suiting mix up a bold colour with neutrals and add a furry scarf to finish off the look

blazer by acne http://www.matchesfashion.com

blouse by lina osterman http://www.linaosterman.com

trousers by lala berlin http://www.brownsfashion.com

hairy scarf by masion martin margiela http://www.brownsfashion.com

TIP...for a more casual approach to a printed blouse go for this great holey jumper perfect to show off your prints and also makes the look more casual wear with leather for a harder edge

jumper by ashish http://www.selfridges.com

blouse by erdem http://www.net-a-porter.com

shrts by iro http://www.my-wardrobe.com

boots by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

TIP...layer a coloured blouse under a dress for an instant update and a more feminine feel to tailoring play with colour blocking for a modern approach

dress by tatanaka http://www.tatanaka.com

blouse by equipment http://www.my-wardrobe.com

shoes by jaegar http://www.jaeger.co.uk

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Exclusive: Diesel Jogg Jeans

THE JOGG JEAN...Diesel have given me the onlin eexclusive for a brand new invention for casual wear combining denim and sweats. I was sent the 3 styles to try out and offer you ideas of how to wear them before they are launched firstly in selfridges from the 1st July and then nationwide in Diesel stores from August. They start at £150. The jeans are made using a circular weaving technique that has been used in their denim before bt helped invent this new type of trouser. Basically they have the effect of looking like jeans with the comfort of tracksuit bottoms and have been converted they are truly comfy and from afar you would think they were jeans! Definitely worth having a look for yourself and see below for the different ways to wear them.....

TIP...this is a great wash and the texture is perfect to match with the tribal trend that will be big for autumn layer the trousers with statement boots and a blanket style printed coat or cardigan the hems of the trousers can be bunched at the boot to give the look of slouchy socks

blanket coat by oasis http://www.oasis-stores.com

blouse by topshop http://www.topshop.com

jogg jeans by diesel http://www.diesel.com

boots by charlotte olympia http://www.charlotteolympia.com

hat by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

feather neclace by erickson beamon http://www.ericksonbeamon.com