Hannah Collins

A blog about a little bit of everything and anything from my life.

Saturday 25 February 2012

Get Delta Goodrem's Leather Inspired Look

It's time to get out the leather and feel fashion hot with the newest trend of 2012.





Leather is all the range this season which is great because it means you can still look smokin’ hot without feeling the winter chill. With leather jackets, dresses, skirts, leggings making their way onto both the high street and designer catwalks it is more than a just a motorbike staple but a top trend for 2012. 

When it comes to the winter months, it’s easy to cover up and keep warm with jumpers and scarves. But don’t forget with the right layering and accessories, you can still feel warm and look fashionable, by adding a dash of leather to your wardrobe. Whether it’s a rock chick day look like Delta's, fashionable work wear or a glammed evening style, leather will go with any outfit for just about any occasion. 

One woman who got the leather look just right is newly single Delta Goodrem who stepped out in a pair of gorgeous black leather quilted shorts to showcase her stunning sets of pins on the set of Austrailia’s version of The Voice. She teamed them with a loose white silk cami, rolled up black and white striped blazer and a pair of stunning spiked Christian Louboutin killer heels. 

We might not be able to get the Aussie’s glowing skintone or the designer shoes but we can certainly steal her style thanks to high street stores such as Topshop, Warehouse and Asos.com jumping on the leather bandwagon. 

You can get Delta’s look for less by heading over to asos.com to grab a pair of leather shorts without the designer price tag at just £25. Wear with a side zip silk cream vest at £28 and a Co-ord Oil feather blazer jacket for £65 both from Topshop.

But don’t forget an outfit needs its accessories, so head over to (http://www.bagsobeautiful.com/) to browse their extensive range of fashion bags and why not grab this black quilted handbag (http://www.bagsobeautiful.com/Cat/Everyday-Bags/Black-Quilted-with-Chunky-Handles.aspx) which will go perfect with the leather inspired look. 

Words by Hannah Collins

Images sourced from:
Silk top:

Blazer:

Delta's full look:

Sunday 19 February 2012

The Bargain Basket: Next

I have a £10 off voucher to use for http://www.next.co.uk/, so I thought I'd browse the offers section to see what bargains I could find.  Here are my top three finds for this week:

Lipsy One Shoulder Jersey Dress, £30 reduced from £40

This electric blue cut out dress is the perfect sexy but feminine number which has been a regular addition to high street fashion, with the likes of Topshop creating a similar cut out style. Show your animal side by adding a hint of leopard print to the outfit, my leopard heels from Next are amazing and sooo comfy, grab a matching clutch bag and your ready to hit to the town! They also have it in black too!

Neutral Faux Fur Gilet, £25 redcued from £55
Want to stay warm but look stylish, then this faux fur gilet is an ideal buy for the winter months and the neutral shade will take you right through to the spring season with the right accessoring. Layer up with a cream long sleeved top, black leggings and  riding boots to create the perfect day look. You'll definitley get your money's worth at £25, it's a bargain not to be missed.

Ivory Beaded Bolero, £16 reduced from £35
This cute bolero has beautiful sparkly detailing that will glam up any outfit, day or night. Grab some on trend red jeans and white cami for a classy, day look or add some sparkle to your favourite LBD for a glammed evening style.

Happy internet shopping!


Hannah x




Sourced photos

Lipsy One Shoulder Jersey Dress:

http://offers.next.co.uk/search?p=Q&cnt=16&isort=score&nxti=0&nxtv=000&sale=OFFERS&pfg=03tyu3er5&images=on&w=Lipsy+One+Shoulder+Jersey+Dress+&description=Lipsy+One+Shoulder+Jersey+Dress&af=&size2=&desprice=

Neutral Faux Fur Gilet:

http://offers.next.co.uk/search?p=Q&cnt=16&isort=score&nxti=0&nxtv=000&sale=OFFERS&pfg=03tyu3er5&images=on&w=Neutral+Faux+Fur+Gilet+&description=Neutral+Faux+Fur+Gilet&af=&size2=&desprice=

Ivory Beaded Bolero: 

http://offers.next.co.uk/search?p=Q&cnt=16&isort=score&nxti=0&nxtv=000&sale=OFFERS&pfg=03tyu3er5&images=on&w=Ivory+Beaded+Bolero+&description=Ivory+Beaded+Bolero&af=&size2=&desprice=

Thursday 2 February 2012

Three Styles, One Item: Denim Jeans

 It's always the same after every Christmas when your clothes feel too snug but your too skint to buy any new clothes and you just wonder what the hell am i going to wear?! Well, don't worry girls help is on hand in the shape of your new best friend, denim jeans. Yes, they are the one staple in your wardrobe that will go with just about anything and can be worn for any occassion.

  This Week: Denim Jeans                                                  

Topshop Moto Baxter Jeans (Indigo) £40


Everyone body should have a pair of these Topshop jeans in their wardrobe, the deep colour gives the jeans a designer look and they fit the figure perfectly. I even have two pairs! They are perfect for day-to-day or glammed up for a nice meal or night out with the girls. Forget LBD these are your new LBJ (Little Blue Jeans).

Style 1: Day Look

Yumi Pearl Button Nautical Cardigan, New Look, £39.99

White Top, H & M, £5.99

Same as above

Forever Loafer Tan Leather, Office, £30



 Stye 2: Girly Lunch/ Shopping Trip

Grey Boyfriend Blazer, £65, Topshop

Pleat and scallop crop shell top, £28, Topshop


Same as above
Sassy Camel Court Shoes, Miss Selfridge, £40


Style 3: Night out on the town

White embellished tassel vest top, £40, River Island

Same as above

Wonderland Wedge Taupe Suede, £75, Office











Sourced Images:

Topshop Jeans: http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=2285700&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=baxter%20jeans&pageSize=20



Forever Loafer Tan Leather: 

Grey Boyfriend Blazer: 


Sassy camel court shoes: 
http://www.missselfridge.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33055&storeId=12554&productId=2544651&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208103&parent_categoryId=208101&pageSize=40

White embellished tassel vest top:

Wonderland wedge taupe suede: