Samantha Blair

According to the fashionistas, Instagram stars, glossy magazines and mega bloggers, the shearling jacket is set to be BIG fashion news this AW 17/18…. the coat to be seen in this autumn Again! In particular, the Aviator style is rumoured to be THE jacket of the moment. Aviator styles seem to crop up regularly as […]

Jeans are a wardrobe staple that many of us couldn’t live without!They have been around (for what feels like) forever, and are not going anywhere anytime soon.I could happily wear jeans for almost any occasion.In fact (if I had to) I could wear a pair everyday! But, what if you’re a bit fed up with

Stripes are undeniably a classic design, that never goes out of style.Ditto florals…Every season florals appear in one guise or another.They are another classic that is always in fashion. So, in my mind, logic would suggest that: Stripes + Florals =  A failsafe outfit! 😀 Mixing florals and stripes is something anyone can do.Just pick a colourway (and

If you’re anything like me, some days you’ll feel like wearing something a little different.Something different from your usual style.Colours a little different from your usual choices.Shapes that are different from your usual silhouettes. Today was one of those days. This silver maxi skirt may be a change from the norm, but it is always so easy

This time of year it’s great to have a look through some of the big glossy magazines, as they often have their new season round-up features.These articles are always a fun read* {*look at the pretty pictures} for anyone interested in fashion.I always enjoy looking (and sometimes laughing) at the clothes that we are supposed to be

I have a pretty thick skin, which has slowly developed over the years, and holds me in good stead when it comes to the rigours of daily life.Backhanded compliments, and even direct insults, roll off me like water off a duck’s back.I can safely say that I’m not easily offended! I’m well aware of my

Sometimes the least neutral-looking item can work so well in your wardrobe.Sometimes bold, bright (and even brash) pieces can work just as well at “going with everything” as more traditional neutrals. Let me explain… Take these yellow trousers.Anything but neutral.Bright, bold and a definite statement. However, these yellow trousers have been such a fantastic buy, because they

It’s officially summer!Okay, not really, but the 1st of June always feels like summer to me (despite it being 15 degrees and a bit drizzly).I feel like summer has arrived, and a bit of drizzle is certainly not going to dampen my summery spirits! Today is the perfect time to think about favourite Spring outfits…These

Come on! Get your colour on. Feeling good in your clothes is one of the best mood lifters!If you feel good you automatically look good.Fact. Positivity breeds positivity.Its like smiling…if you smile at people, people smile back at you which makes you smile more.It’s win win! I defy anyone to feel miserable in their favourite colour.For me