Leather + skirt + Whistles = perfectness

Is it just us or does it feel like a leather skirt day? bit.ly/13FSw7x #leather
— Whistles (@thisiswhistles) May 21, 2013

I think it is! I've always loved a leather skirt and it has become quite the staple in my working wardrobe. Just team with a simple luxe jersey for daytime and a silk blouse for evenings and you'll get it right every time. I've owned a little a-line Topshop number for about three years now and I'm still not sick of it. That being said, Whistles (that shop again!) have gone and introduced a collection of the most amazing leather skirts I've seen for some time. Yep, they're pricey but if I get as much wear out of one as I have with my old one, then it's probably just worth it (I'm ignoring my screaming bank balance). 

Wrap skirt £250
Circle skirt £325
Stretch skirt £295
Embossed skirt £295

Above, are a couple of their skirts that have really taken my eye and below are some of Whistles rather simple but effective styling ideas.

If you're looking for more inspiration head over to the Whistles website for their feature on leather skirts.

Blurred Lines

Forget 'Get Lucky.' This new track from Pharrell is at the top of this week's playlist. Loving the video too and its excellent styling. If only we could all get away with plastic pants and spice girl trainers #miaow.

Summer Sandals

Currently craving a simple pair of black celine-esque sandals for my summer jaunts. Must have an ankle strap and a low chunky heel perfect for skinny jeans and dresses alike. Currently I have the pairs above from Cos and Whistles on my ever-growing summer wishlist.

Zara People

Zara People is a great campaign from the high street giant who is stealing a fair amount of my salary at the moment. Each season they start afresh and ask people to submit a photo of their look with at least two items from their seasons collection. If your photo is selected then you receive £300 for your collaboration - clever huh? I love browsing the galleries for a source of inspiration and think it's a really clever initiative as I believe that people are more likely to buy an item if they see it on a real person rather than a model. Above are a few of my favourite looks from their most recent May collection. A couple of items have even found their way into my shopping basket so the campaign must work! I bought the white Zara skirt last month and love seeing how other people style it up. 

• 
  

Weekend Wantsie

 

Whistles Leopard Print Espadrilles - £110. 

Topshop Unique Pre-Fall

If like me, you're a big fan of Topshop's Unique collection, you'll probably be equally delighted that they've launched a pre-fall and resort collections. Their pre-fall collection launched today and after having a quick perusal online, I can feel a distinct Celine influence with lots of tailored, silky pieces, which can only be a good thing of course.  Unfortunately, as the popularity of Unique increases so have the prices. I do think the pieces are quite unique but still would have longevity, so it could well be worth infesting. I particularly like the silk organza dress and black clutch pictured above which I can see fitting quite happily into my wardrobe. Shop the full collection here.

Welcome to the jungle

Poplin Indochine Print Pyjamas

Charlotte Olympia Clutch
&OtherStories Tropical Purse

Etsy Tropical Cushion

Topshop Jungle Leaf Top