The Colours of Autumn

This post is long overdue but it's hard to find the time to keep up writing regularly! As an autumn outfit post I had the perfect location to take some good pics, somewhere that defines autumn: the forest.

A few weeks back I visited the popular family holiday location Eleveden Forest, Centre Parcs. About an hour and a half out of London you reach the outskirts of Suffolk leading to Norfolk, where the forest is located. Centre Parcs, I feel (don't know if this is just me), is often stereotyped as a cliche English family holiday. I have visited a few times before in the past but only when I was younger, and always thought this; in reality it's really not. 

On returning you realise what a nice getaway place of natural beauty it is. The forest is a very homely place and the accommodation also feels as if it's your own. You are surrounded by nature not as in just the golden-coloured forest but the rabbits and even deers. There's many things to do as well including hiring your own bike, playing sports, shopping and all that jazz. I mean once you've done that there's not much else - that's why it's best to go with a big group of friends/family so there's a lot of people doing all different activities at once...not really a getaway-for-two type of place. Despite the array of activities that make it such a popular family location, the best part is definitely having a lodge that's hidden away between the rows of trees, overcrowded in nature. 

Anyways check out some photos below of my autumnal outfit and hopefully it gives you some inspiration to wrap up warm and add some colour to the nearing dark winter months.

Checkered coat: Primark 

Dark brown polo neck: Primark 

Light blue jeans: Zara 

Block-heeled boots: Zara 

-apinchofsaffron x

Black, White and the colours of Burano

Printed Playsuit: Primark 

Leather Backpack: Accesorize 

Leather Coral Sandals: Primark 

Circle Sunglasses: Matalan

-apinchofsaffron x

The Perfect LBD

LBD: ASOS

The classic LBD must be elegant, flattering and obviously black! I found my perfect match at ASOS during the summer sales with this lacy asymmetrical number. The wraparound style with asymmetric hem makes it up-to-date and instantly upgrades the dress from simple to sophisticated. The lace acts as a light cover up of the arms and back for modesty and also distinguishes it from other styles; it adds an extra element to the details of the dress. 

Based on my personal opinion I also think the dress looks much more expensive that I got it for, the material is of a good quality and overall fits the body well. Previously it was £65.00 but is now £19.50 an extremely reasonable price for an classy dress that can be worn to a variety of different occasions. The dress is still available currently on the ASOS site but in a limited amount of sizes. 

Thanks for reading! -apinchofsaffron x

Autumn in Greenwich

Heeled Boots: Zara

Leather bowler bag: Ebay

Printed scarf: Zara 

Jeans: Primark

A more simple outfit this time with more concentration on the stunning architecture in Greenwich. Greenwich is a definite must-see place in London as you can capture some beautiful symmetries in the famous landmarks, as well as visiting where Thor 2 was filmed ;). We stayed mainly near to the National Maritime Museum and the Cutty Sark and just up the hill is the iconic Queens House which,  sadly, I did not visit this time round but is also definitely worth seeing. The beautiful weather complimented this Autumn day perfectly for me to get some outfit photographs!

I went for this grey speckled roll-neck jumper which is an extremely popular trend this Autumn to keep cosy and I can see the roll-necks staying in trend for a while. I have worn my boyfriend coat to death however it is the most practical option and matches my extra extra warm Zara scarf which is like a blanket (wrapped around my bag as seen in photos). Best till last: my boots!! These boots are very comfortable, and so amazing, but as a personal preference, I would not walk long distances because the heels can become painful after a while (as they do). Overall, I suggest investing in these burgundy boots at the current reduced price of only £19.99 and also in the black colour - quick though, I don't think it will last very long!

-apinchofsaffron x

 Necklaces: Primark 

Top: Zara

Trousers: Zara

Sandals: Primark 

In The Algarve, Portugal... 

2nd Look from my holiday is an evening look as it gives a bit more cover up for cooler nights or a windier night as the case was in these photographs! To transform this outfit add a pair of single strap heels for a more classy take. 

The jewellery I am wearing is in fact two necklaces layered, one on the top of another (duh), which immediately makes this one of my statement pieces. I somehow think that these remind me of the dylanlex necklaces but obviously a much cheaper dupe from good old Primark at only 11pounds. 

Both the trousers and top are from Zara, bought in the sale and items I love to easily chuck on as they are lightweight materials and not tight fitting. Linen white trousers,such as these, are definitely a staple item for the summer and hot weather so if you don't have a pair I suggest you get some immediately.

Another bargain from Primark were these double strap sandals at only 8pounds; so comfortable and if you have seen my instagram there are more pictures of the ways I styled them. I love this sandal trend but I don't think it will last very long sadly and therefore the price is a big bonus! 

Tell me what you think of this look guys and thank-you for reading! -apinchofsaffron x 

Hat: Vintage 

Top: Next

Shorts: DIY 

Sandals: ASOS 

Backpack: New Look

During my time in the beautiful Algarve, Portugal...

 This is an everyday look for holiday; shorts and a top. But rather than being generic I wanted to switch it up a bit by adding some details. These shorts were in fact some old jeans that I ripped up myself and transformed. I used a lacey floral lining from an old scarf and have sewn these onto the bottom of the shorts which gives the shorts that extra length and I also find that it compliments the crochet bohemian style top. 

This skin coloured top is really comfortable to wear and slightly fitted so it's more flattering. I teamed this outfit with my black backpack which is a great size to fit my camera, a book and some essentials for a holiday. 

Added this wide rimmed sun-hat and strappy sandal/shoes which are also super comfy for a long day in the sun.  

-apinchofsaffron x