outfit: spiked jumper + leather shorts

ASOS Beanie, DIY Cropped Jumper, Leather Shorts from eBay (first featured here), ASOS Sandals, Kate Moss for Rimmel Matte Lipstick in 111

When a rare warm winter day comes around, it is best to take advantage of it. However, I still want to have textures synonymous with winter. Textures such as leather and terry cloth are reminiscent of winter yet they are still great for those warmer winter days. I also upcycled this jumper where I simply added some studs. This is a simple DIY which anyone can do.

I also completed the two outfits with my DIY transparent clutch, DIY wire chevron rings and two spiked bracelets from eBay.

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attempt at the transparent clutch

my attempt at the transparent clutch

In my last post, I shared some inspirations for the transparent clutch. I have decided to give it a go and hoped for the best. I went to my local hardware store and picked up some transparent vinyl (I bought half a metre, although I only needed half of it). I drew out a stencil and cut out the transparent vinyl to form the shape needed. I secured it with a few stitches of white thread and that was it. However, I have found some problems which needed to be corrected. I would definitely buy the thickest vinyl they had, that way it wasn't flimsy. Also, it would have added some studs to make the clutch more secure and added more detail to it. For my first try, this wasn't bad but I am definitely making some adjustments before sharing how I actually made it. What do you think of it and do you have any other suggestions?

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inspiration | the transparent clutch

the transparent clutch (image from here)

I am back. I have found a small amount of time to blog and I thought I could do an inspiration post since I haven't done them in a while. My love for all things lucite in interior design and decor, such as the Philippe Starck Ghost Chair have crossed over into the world of fashion. It has been a while since the transparent clutch has burst onto the scene but they have survived through several seasons and they are trendier than ever. Now I know they are not the most practical bags, especially for that time in the month, but they transparent details gives such an unexpected twist to such a classic accessory. This has definitely given me a push to try and make one of these myself, it doesn't seem too hard to make.

The likes of Charlotte Olympia, have done their own interpretation of the trend and have also added colour to them. Valentino has also done transparent bags as part of their Rockstud collection and if you are looking to take the next step, perhaps a transparent tote by BCBG Max Azria might be the one for you. I might have a go with trying to make a transparent clutch and check back in with the progress. Until then, follow me on my social media channels below!

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leather for lunch

I remember stumbling across this picture of a red Jil Sander leather lunch bag and I haven't been able to get it out of my head since. Now, I know that this novelty of the luxury lunch bag may be wearing off but I'm still trying to find an alternative. This particular clutch has this great shape where it has the perfect balance of structure and 'slouch' and it can virtually be paired with any outfit. I think I might have to rush out and get some supplies and make my own before this whole craze of the leather lunch bag diminishes.

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 images from here, here, here, here and here