Trend Alert: Statement Sleeves

Statement sleeves have been stealing the spotlight in the fashion scene lately. I picked this gorgeous off shoulder balloon sleeves top from SheIn.com. The sheer fabric gives it a dreamy touch and the bowtie belt helps define and offset the volume of the sleeves. Whether you wear it with a causal pair of jeans or wide leg pants for a formal look, you're sure to up your style game the coolest way. Read on for more pictures and shop the look:

View the entire Balmain x H&M lookbook with prices!

To say we are super excited would be an understatement! One of the most highly anticipated collaborations, Balmain x H&M collection lookbook has finally been released (It's about time!). It certainly lives up to the hype and how! 

The collection is exactly what we expect from Balmain and love - the signature embellished, textured, sequinned and elaborately embroidered dresses, oversized coats and pants in all its glory. The collection also includes some awesome and super stylish menswear designs (view men's collection lookbook here), accessories like wide waist clinching belts, over the knee boots, chandelier earrings, clutches, headphones and a limited edition fragrance (launches 5th December). 

The outfits mirror Balmain's runway collections which means we get the same gorgeous outfits at a fraction the the price. Can I hear a collective"Hallelujah"? :D I for one, am super impressed by the collection. I absolutely love elaborate designs and have a soft spot for sequins and embellishments. This collection is right up my alley! 

This is probably one of the best H&M collabs I've ever come across and also the priciest! However, For the price point, they are actually delivering the same craftsmanship and designs that the luxury brand is known for - unapologetically over the top, exaggerated and glamorous. LOVE LOVE LOVE! 

Ad campaign images credit: glamour.com

The collection screams "PARTY" and releases just in time for the holiday season on 5th November 2015 in stores worldwide and online. 

Save the date lovelies, cuz' this collection is a winner and will be sold out before you can say "Olivier Rousteing" (pronounced: oh-liv-ee-aye rhoos-tain). He's Creative Director of Balmain, for those of you living under a rock.

View the entire lookbook below with the prices:

Coat: $549

Dress: &149

Belt: $129

Earrings: $34.99 (same in green)

Skirt: $99

Top: $99 (same in green)

Shoes: $199 

Belt: $199

Jacket: $399

Pants: $99

Clutch: $199

Dress: $299

Necklace: $99

Bracelet: $79.99

Belt: $129

Dress: $499

Dress: $199

Belt: $99

Dress (left): $149

Dress (right):

Bag (right): $299

Fur coat: $149 (same in red)

Pants(right): $399

Dress: $549

Shoes: $349

Fur coat: $129

Top(right): $99

Pants(right): $129 (same in green)

Top: $129

All rings: $17.99 

Top (left): $129 (same in silver)

Top (right): $129 (same in yellow)

Dress: $649

Coat: $249

Blazer (left): $129

Blazer (right): $199

Clutch: $149

Skirt: $59

Top (left): $59

Pants: $99

Top (right): $69

Coat (right): $149

Bracelet(left): $59.99

Belt (right): $59.99

Vest (left): $129

Black Coat (right): $99

Dress (left): $69

Coat(left): $199

Dress (right): $199

Top: $499

All rings: $17.99 

Top: $129

Pants: $399

Bag: $299

All images credit: www.vogue.co.uk

Your thoughts on the collection? 

It's a 'Bro'gue Thing

I'm totally obsessed with Brogues, Oxfords and unconventional, menswear inspired shoes. I tend to pair them with almost everything. And believe it or not they've never looked any more trendier when paired with feminine outfits! It gives an unexpected, chic and effortless twist to your look. You really should go out and snag a pair or two if you want your outfits to stand out from the usual sea of stilettos! So today i wore a white mesh sleeves top, a black leather skirt, nude brogues, black envelope clutch bag and cat eye sunglasses (Love!). Scroll down for more pictures, outfit details and look inside the post to shop this look. Be sure to check out the new "Shop" section of my blog to exclusivly shop my outfits. This new feature on my blog is powered by Shoppable by 72 Lux. Through this you can shop all my looks at one place without ever leaving my blog. You can tally your order by clicking on the "Shopping bag" link in the blog's sidebar. It is very convenient, easy, fuss free and totally reliable. To know more about this go here. 

Outfit Details:

Top: H&M

Skirt: Forever 21

Shoes: Forever 21

Bag: ASOS

Sunglasses: Aldo

Rihanna For River Island Winter Collection: Top 10 Picks

Photo credit : rocnation.com

Rihanna's final collection for River Island has finally hit stores. And personally, I think it's her best! Her farewell collection is filled with in-vogue plaid, pretty florals, classic black and edgy metallic pieces. The outfits look as if they've come straight out of the singer's closet! Tomboyish varsity jackets, denim jumpsuits, figure hugging dresses, crop tops, open back bodysuits, and much more. The outfits spells chic and how! Her previous collections were outright daring and bold, this one though, is more wearable and chic. It's definitely a winner! Here are the items that went straight to my want list:

Splurge vs Steal

Ever walked into a store and saw something you couldn't take your eyes off and think you just have to buy it? But.... you look at the price, gasp, sigh and quietly put it back! It happens to everyone. How you wish you could magically zap all the lust-worthy clothes, accesories and shoes you see on your favorite celeb, on the runway, in a high end designer store or heck, even on Pinterest, right into your closet. Well, you could do that. Sort of. Not by magic but by looking for inexpensive alternatives and lookalikes of your favorite luxury pieces in your highstreet stores. Never underestimate the power of highstreet! They've got some serious fashion! You don't have to necessarily burn the bank to look fabulous. Sometimes happiness is found in your very own backyard... I mean, highstreet store! Check out what can you steal from the real:

Splurge: Christian Louboutin Pigalle flats - $1095

Steal: River Island spiked flats - $48

Splurge: Chloe studded boots - $1345

Steal: NLY Lincoln buckle boots - $150

Splurge: Valentino Rockstud tote - $1686

Steal: Michael Kors - $428

Splurge: Gucci Ursula gladiator sandals - $850

Steal: River Island ankle strap sandals - $48

Splurge: Jimmy Choo glitter candy clutch - $725 (in gold version)

Steal: Lulu Townsend glitter clutch - $60

There are many more highstreet alternatives of designer items. What are your favorites? Tell me via the comments section.

I will be regularly posting "Splurge vs Steal" posts. Might as well make it a new section! ;) Watch this space for more!

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