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Happy weekend everyone and to those in Asia - a Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!!

I am slowly putting together my Fall Wardrobe and have done a recent Clothes Haul in Zara, MANGO and H&M. Will be putting a video together on my recent clothes haul, so watch this space!

Meanwhile, I came across a new online clothing store which I wish to share with you. Pretty much similar items to most online stores e.g Choies,Chicwish, Lookbook Store, Jollychic etc... ROMWE has a great selection and variety of items to pick out to build your Fall Wardrobe at a reasonable budget. As I love to always provide tips to my readers for "#Getting The Look for Less" I picked out a couple of items from their online store to share with you.

Keeping in line with Fall and upcoming Spring Summer 2016 trends, here are some of my choices - my wishlist.Feel free to click on the pictures on your favourite items to link you to their store for pricing, quick purchases, colour and size options.

1) Military Style

Army Green Sleeveless Hooded Jacket

A popular and classic style to trend for Fall/ Autumn 2015, I was immediately drawn to this army green vest for the style is casual yet funky with a hoodie attached.

2) Ripped Jeans

Ripped Denim Loose Pants
Ooh... am starting to get sucked into this ripped jeans trend. Kinda like this loose fit cut as it's nice and casual to match with a casual sweater or tee. You can also dress it up with a structured jacket or biker jacket and stilettos to channel that inner rock chick in you!!

High Waist Ripped Denim White Pants
High waisted pants, funny enough I have discovered, actually is perfect for those of us who are slightly conscious of our waistlines or tummy area. It actually conceals this slight imperfection rather than accentuate it. So try this style for a change and with the slim cutting it naturally highlights the length of your legs.

3) Knit 

Grey Long Sleeve Casual Dress
I personally love this casual dress style as it's trendy, stylish and again something you can dress up or down by pairing your accessories carefully. A sucker for grey ( the new black) I envision this dress as something you can knock around in - comfy and chic.

Long Sleeve Casual Knit Blue Cardigan
I hardly own long knit dresses or cardigans. However fashion is all about exploring and this Fall I intend to try and style long knit cardigans, vests and dresses. I think this will look really cool with black jeans/ pants and booties.

4) Dresses

V Neck Floral Slim Dress
If I am not mistaken, this beautiful maxi dress was on sale but what a perfect outfit with the V neckline which is so slimming. The wrap style aka DVF dresses which spells elegance, long sleeves and the maxi length for the colder nights is just ideal for Fall. Pair it with a longer cardigan and you have a nice evening outfit to go out to town with.

Army Green Long Sleeve Dress
Again, loving this colour for Fall and breaking away from the standard greys, blacks or navy blues which are usally Winter favourite colours. The long sleeves gives this dress that vintage appeal yet the shorter hemline to trend in cooler weather is a nice change especially in places with milder winter or even milder Fall weather. 

Long Sleeve Peplum Hem Suede Khaki Dress
Available in Khaki or Grey, this suede dress would be so ideal for Fall and heading into Winter. Suede is a much sought after fabric for Fall/Winter 2015 and likewise  the happy peplum hemline. I somehow prefer the Khaki colour to the grey.

Lace Layered Assymetrical Dress in Green
Before you scream "Green!! No way!"", this pastel apple green lace dress was screaming "Givenchy"to me as soon as I saw it online. The subtle apple green is actually very refreshing for Spring Summer and I would think for those of you in tropical climate - this dress would be nice for your year end parties. If you have been following the recent NYFW trends and styles for 2016, Givenchy's take on SS 2016 was all about lingerie style and lace.  This bohemian take on lace dresses would be perfect to trend for SS 2016 - so it's definitely on my wishlist!

Color Block Sleeveless with Mesh Pleat Dress
Christian Dior was such an inspiration for Car Wash Pleats for Fall/Autumn 2015. So when I saw this lovely colour block dress in nude/ black combination - I immediately said "Yes ! This is perfect". The peek a boo pleat of the dress is its unique feature and its colour combination is perfect for those elegant year end parties as well.

5) Shoes

Black Stiletto Ankle Strap Sanda
Believe you me, I have been looking for a nice pair of Black Stiletto Heels with very thin and minimum straps for awhile. I know this is not a new style however finding the right pair with the right fit, and heel height was kinda difficult for me. Battling whether to get an all leather or a suede pair is another factor. But for what it's worth, I think this pair is gorgeous and perfect to match with the ripped jeans or the dresses I have highlighted above. Just Divine!!!

Black Pointy Zipper Side Stiletto Boots
OMG!!! The red lacquered soles and faux leather upper just screams "LOUBOUTIN" to me! I think this pair of boots would be perfect for Fall/Winter with skirts, jeans, pants... you name it - a versatile pair of boots to own!


6) Jackets

Brown Long Sleeve Lapel Jacket
With almost a 50% discount on this item, it's practically a no brainer. Everyone needs a suede jacket in their closet for Fall / Winter. I particularly like this crop jacket style and in brown - it is a piece one can easily mix and match for the season.

Black Stand Collar Oblique Jacket
Without a doubt, a must-have item in any fashionista's wardrobe! A black leather ( or faux leather) crop biker jacket. I like the detailing on the sides, cuffs and shoulder of this jacket. Unique and yet elegant in its own way. Another must buy!!

Of course there are SOOOO many other items I could have picked out from this online store - with sales happening up to 50% and more - it's practically a steal for some of these hot items. Before you go mistaking that I am being sponsored by the company - well I am NOT! It's just a wishlist I have put together seeing its a newly discovered online store for myself and I am looking at purchasing these items very soon. So my opinions and selections here are 100% mine and unbiased.

To tickle your tastebuds a little more before I sign off, do note that ROMWE is offering a STOREWIDE special discount during this promotion period which ends on 28 September 2015.

* Quote promo code "need52" with a spend of US$ 59 or "need54" with a spend of US$ 99 respectively upon checkout.

* Free shipping for orders above US$ 50
* Save 60% on your first order
( Terms & Conditions apply. Do check out details on their website).  

Will leave you with some beautiful lantern festival pictures taken during my school's Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations on the beach yesterday evening. All the lanterns were made by teachers and kindergarten students for craft activity during the last couple of weeks. Enjoy !!











Love,
Simone xoxo

10 Must Haves for 2015 Spring Wardrobe

Hi Everyone,

As we move into the new year, many of you would probably start thinking about what fashion items you should be trending for 2015. With the many post Christmas and New Year Sales going on ( and here in Asia - pre Chinese New Year Sales), here's my top 10 items I have identified that will be staples for most of 2015 and "must-haves", to help ease your shopping woes.

1) Military / Khaki Jacket


Marc Jacobs // Victoria Beckham
As seen on the runway, some designers such as Marc Jacobs, Victoria Beckham, Chanel & Marissa Webb have drawn their inspiration from the Safari. A versatile style of jacket and ideally for Spring when the weather warms up a little but still cool enough where you still need an outerwear, here are my options which you could easily purchase online.

ASOS // Maison Scotch Knit Sleeve Jacket( Polyvore)

2) Toga/ One Shoulder Dress
In 2014, we saw Off Shoulder dresses trending the runway, but for 2015, a twist on this with the one shoulder or toga dress/ top is the way to go. An ideal date night outfit!

Photo courtesy of Elle.com
Clocwise from top left : Zero + Maria Cornejo // J Mendel // Tanya Taylor // J Mendel

Clockwise from top left : Choies.com // Choies.com // Michael Kors // Forever 21
3) Culottes
The twist on trending this style of shorts for 2015 is how you pair it this time for work -  with blazers, tailored button down shirts and definitely with heels to give it a polished touch instead of flip flops.

Hermes // Chanel // Edun
Check these styles out online to start trending Culottes.

Adam Lippes Baggy Denim Culottes
ASOS
4) Gingham 
While Plaid and checks are still trending for Spring, particularly so would be the Gingham print. For 2015, Gingham takes on a sexy swing on the fashion runway. No longer reserve for young girls' outfits or kitchen linens, sexy up with Gingham prints from these great online buys. Try  combining this trend with the apron/ skirt layering trend for Spring 2015.


Net A Porter // New Look // Marissa Webb
Yesstyle.com // Sportmax // WAREHOUSE
5) Kimono Style
For outerwear in Spring 2015, go for longer silhouettes tied at the waist with a belt aka Obi belt. The kimono, martial arts inspired dressing is another hot favourite on the runway.

Alexander Wang // Philip Lim // Chadwick Bell
Get the look for less from these fabulous stores.

Clockwise from top left  : Donna Karen // Josie Natori // Lookbook Store // Tahari
6) Boho / Hippie Maxi Dress
A strong emphasis on 1970s for Spring 2015, its time for flower power to rise again! Pull out those vintage Boho dresses or shop online now for a classic look that will take you places.

Valentino // Pucci // Etro // Roberto Cavalli
Here are some of my favourites on Getting The Look For Less :
ASOS // Nordstrom - Women's Gypsy
Choies,com // Matchesfashion.com
7) Tailored Shirtdress
I personally believe this is always a year on year classic item to own. But instead of grabbing your boyfriend's or husband's oversize shirt to make it your own, go for one that is tailored and structured with a feminine twist. Whilst at it try combining it with other trends e.g Gingham/ Denim/ Red or Yellow or pair it with an oversize belt turning it into a Kimono style outfit which are all trending in 2015.

Photo courtesy of Glamour.com
Top from left clockwise : ASOS // Choies.com // Choies.com // Halston ( Revolveclothing.com)
8) Lace Dress
Designers were making laces of varied colours for 2015, but ethereal white definitely made it's mark for Spring 2015.

Valentino
Diane Von Fursternberg // Chloe
Why not try out these looks to trend the romantic lace style for 2015?

ASOS // NEXT // TOPSHOP
9) Jumpsuits
Certainly this style of outfit doesn't come as a surprise seeing it was trending for Fall / Winter 2014. The twist on Jumpsuits for 2015 is all about the necklines, cut of the suit, statement accessory pairing - oversize belts, scarves and jewelry which all adds that hint of sophistication to what would be an industrial world inspired look.

Marios Shwab // Naeem Khan // Giuletta
Pamella Roland // Tagliapetra // Trace Reese
These online finds are definitely worth considering in getting this look for less.

Great Jumpsuits online @ ASOS
Choies.com // Choies.com // NEXT
10) Gladiator Sandals

Now I bet most of you would already have this item stashed in your closet - so bring them out cos Gladiator Sandals is definitely worth trending again for Spring 2015. Paris Fashion Week for SS 2015 saw more Gladiator Sandals pairing than any other shoe type.

Photo courtesy of Marieclaire.co.uk
Photo courtesy of Fashionisers.com
Find these gorgeous styles online now :

Choies.com // Zooshoo // Jessica Buurman
Choies.com //Zooshoo // Shopbop
To try not blowing your budget this Spring 2015, go for combine trends when purchasing your new staples. Mix and match them to get the most mileage of your items. For example, One Shoulder Jumpsuit or White Lace Toga Dress, Shirtdress in Gingham, Boho Maxi dress with perhaps oversize belt Kimono style etc.. You get the drift....

You can shop these gorgeous looks now and here.

Till then, do drop me a comment below on which is your favourite item you would like to add to your closet for Spring 2015?

Love,
Simone xoxo