Simone - Your Style Architect: Checks

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Outfit : Shein ( get it here) // Earrings : (get it here) // Cuff : old ( similar here)
Shoes : Forever 21 ( similar here & here) // Bag : ZARA ( sold out, similar here)

Are you feeling it yet? Seriously if you are on Instagram, you will notice almost every influencer / blogger is actively trending Fall's most coveted pattern - Plaid! It comes in various styles : checks, gingham, tartan, houndstooth etc..

I had recently styled a checkered jumpsuit ( check out post here), however whilst the rage is still on for all types of plaid, here's another number to tickle your tastebuds.

This off shoulder piece from Shein has a pretty feminine touch to otherwise a "manly" pattern so to speak. I love the double breasted front and the chic showing of the shoulders that takes this look up a notch from boring-dom.

Remember that with trends you can always play with it - it need not be in a full outfit like this one, but sometimes in terms of either a top or bottom piece, outerwear or even accessories.

Here are some fun ideas for you to play with plaid that won't break your bank / wallet :

1) Outerwear

2) Top

3) Bottom

4) Shoes / Boots

5) Bags

I hope you enjoyed the tips above and do share with me your thoughts on plaid this fall!

Love,
Simone xoxo

Hello from sunny Singapore where we are currently celebrating the 10th year anniversary of the Formula 1 races having taken place here every September since 2008. Whilst everyone is getting ready for the big race tomorrow evening, what better way to enjoy the races in a themed styled outfit.

Restyling an old favourite ( check out previous post here) and coping with the balmy weather, I decided to pair this culotte with an off shoulder top to stay cool ( no pun intended).

Of course, with such a great mood and hype around the races, a comfy pair of shoes like these Ria Menorca glitter wedges and a silver net bag finishes off the look. Taking one from the races to a night out and about town seeing the sights and enjoying the after parties.

A person who loves her statement jewellery, I am so chaffed to trend these @thriftythieves resin earrings in the perfect colour match to my outfit.

Hope you enjoyed this look and if you get the chance, do tune in to watch the races this weekend, soaking up the beautiful night skyline of Singapore!

Culotte : Shein.com ( get it here)

Top : Topfeeling ( similar here)

Earrings : Thrifty Thieves ( sold out) ( similar here)

Bag : Shein.com ( get it here)

Shoes : Ria Menorca ( get it here)

Ring: Tiffany ( similar here)

Love,
Simone xoxo

Happy Sunday everyone,

An easy casual look for Winter. I do not own many plaids and checks items in my wardrobe, however this scarf was a beautiful gift that could lift the colours of any outfit. It just reminds me so much of the kilts that the Scottish wear and such a cute pattern to mix and match with.

To funk up the whole look, I paired it with this plaid cap for that slight edgy touch.

Check or Plaid scarves are the hottest style of scarves to get for this Winter. I particularly love the fact that this scarf was layered in its style - something slightly different. Like different check scarves all weaved and sewn together to create one exciting piece.

I hope you enjoyed this quick outfit post. See you soon and thanks for visiting.

Sweater : H&M ( similar here) // Jeans : Forever 21

Shawl & Cap: ZARA ( similar here, here & get it here)

Booties : old, New Look ( similar here & here)

Bag : St Laurent

Brooch : old, River Island // Sunnies : Cotton On

Love,
Simone xoxo

Women's Olive Cable Sweater, Navy Skinny Jeans, Black Nubuck Ankle Boots, Olive Leather Crossbody Bag on Lookastic: Olive Cable Sweater, Navy Skinny Jeans, Black Nubuck Ankle Boots, Olive Leather Crossbody Bag

Happy Friday,

Slowly picking up pace on my blog posts again whilst I sort out my personal issues. Sorry for the slowdown over the last 2 weeks. Should be back on track very soon with exciting collaborations and giveaways coming your way soon.

Meanwhile, as mentioned in my previous post on my " 10 MUST HAVES FOR SPRING WARDROBE 2015", Gingham is heavy trending in terms of pattern for this year. So some of you may be wondering what is the difference then between Gingham prints, Checks, Plaid & Tartan?

Gingham pattern are usually smaller check prints of equal width ( square) and often alternating with white. Many often associate this kind of print with aprons, kitchen cloths and young girls' outfits. But 2015 will see this print in clothing styles that would take it up a notch to a sexy level.

Photo courtesy of enjoybedding.com

Plaid ( as its known in the USA & Canada) OR Tartan, is often associated with Scottish kilts or blanket patterns. Consisting of varying criss crossing of horizontal and vertical bands where the varying stripes meet, this gives the appearance of new colours blended from the original ones.

Photo courtesy of enjoybedding.com

Checks tend to be larger square patterns of equal width, similar to Gingham, and often alternating with white or black though not always.

Photo courtesy of enjoybedding.com

So now that we have cleared up the confusion of these varying checkered patterns, here's my style inspiration for you this week. As I do not own anything in Gingham JUST YET ( and hopefully I will look at getting some), therefore I decided to pull out my checkered peplum skirt - being the next closest pattern to Gingham and trend it since the weather has warmed up a little.

Nice to throw on a floppy hat and statement jewelry to top off the whole look!

So how at best can you Style Gingham pattern for 2015? Here are some Street Styles over Fashion Week SS 2015 trending Gingham prints, for you to draw your inspirations from.