Off the Shoulder

My Outfit:

Neck Tie - Dissh

Off Shoulder Top - Dissh

Jamie Jeans - Topshop

Chelsea Boots - Famous Footwear

Hey guys, I hope you've all had a fantastic week! I'm finally done with the first semester of university, I had an exam on Tuesday and now I'm free until the end of July - about time, I've been needing a break! 

I wanted to show you one of my favourite new pieces today, which is this off the shoulder black, white and caramel/beige-y striped top from Dissh. I've been loving the off the shoulder trend lately (actually I've always liked it but never really actually gone out and tried it), so when I spotted this top at my local Dissh I fell in love! I love that it's nice, neutral colours in a classic striped print - my favourite - and it goes with pretty much anything!

I paired it with this neck tie, also from Dissh (very 90's trend-y), along with my staple black jamie jeans and a pair of chelsea boots - pretty minimal, with just a touch of trendy!

I'd love to hear your thoughts on off the shoulder tops - do you love em' or hate em'? What do you think of this look?

xx Chontelle

Smart but Casual Black & White

My Outfit:
Waterfall Jacket - Ally Fashion
Striped Layered Crop - Ally Fashion
High Waist Shorts - Sophie Charlotte Italy
Ankle Boots - Spend Less Shoes

* Okay, just a disclaimer, please excuse the horrid background, I wanted to take photos against the house because the wall is white and relatively okay looking but there was stuff all against it and the sun was too bright and so this orangey looking old fence had to do! :'( *

I always used to struggle with the whole 'smart casual' thing. I mean, what am I supposed to wear? Smart and casual have always been two totally different things if I'm not mistaken!?!?!

But, after playing around with my wardrobe, both old and new pieces, I managed to put together this simple look that doesn't look super 'officey' and OTT, but also doesn't leave you looking under-dressed!

When in doubt, keep it neutral - that's my motto, anyway. Black and white are always winners, as well as greys, denim, and sometimes cream/beige colours.

I think a black waterfall style jacket is an essential wardrobe item, it really can make any outfit look that little bit more 'organised' and put-together, yet it still looks totally effortless and casual!

And if the weather is a little on the cooler side wherever you are, switch the shorts for pair oh high-waist black (or white!) skinny's and you're good to go!

Hope you liked this outfit post!

xx Chontelle Louise