The Denim Wrap Dress

I think it's pretty safe to say it's been the summer of the wrap dress – I think we've all succumbed to the trend in one way or another this season. I myself am building a solid little collection of them and you could say it's becoming a bit of an addiction. So, reluctant as ever to start thinking about autumn, this post is an ode to a special wrap dress I became pretty obsessed with on a recent trip to south western France. 

Part of DP's new season denim collection, this lovely mid-wash number is a perfect way to carry this summer's dress trend into autumn. 100% cotton denim, it's a bit heavier and more durable than your typical summer wrap dress – great now temperatures have started to drop a bit. And though it's a weightier fabric, the romantic ruffled hem and floaty sleeve details ensure it still has those flirty vibes you want in a pretty wrap dress.

I've styled it alone here (it was 30+ degrees when I shot these!), but I'll be teaming it with a leather biker jacket and some ankle boots come autumn – I think it could even look gorgeous over a fine roll neck knit too. But for now, I hope to get a couple more wears out of it without layering up on my upcoming trip to Provence with my family this weekend!

Shop the look: Dorothy Perkins wrap dress, St Christopher necklace, Topshop boots, Radley bag

Why Your Wardrobe Needs A Statement Bag For Spring

Very blazer (similar here)* | Dorothy Perkins boots & rollneck body* 

Feather & Stone jewellery via Question Air* | Radley x Jonathan Saunders bag* 

Abbot Lyon watch* | Levis 501 denim | Asos sunnies

Statement handbags have really been having their moment over the passed few seasons. From the mini-bag trend, muched loved by fashion week attendees - I can't tell you how many mini trunks and colourful cross body's at PFW, to statement totes and designer collabs that are just drool-worthy. 

The latest addition to my handbag collection is this gorgeous Radley drawstring bag, designed in collaboration with the genius that is Jonathan Saunders. It's something a little different for me, I'm usually one for blacks and neutrals when it comes to bags and when I experiment with colour it's usually in block, so this printed orange beauty was quite an exciting change. My fears of styling such a statement piece soon evaporated, turns out this looks awesome with anything denim, black or white - so a good 50% of my wardrobe. 

Adding a slice of colour to your outfit is also a great way to update your spring looks. If like me you don't yet want to let go of your black winter knits and aren't sure how to dress for this hot-one-minute-pissing-it-down-the-next weather, popping on a colourful printed handbag like this one will give your outfit the seasonal update it needs and whilst you hold on to your knitwear a little longer. 

Keeping the rest of the look simple, I went for a monochrome pallet with some light wash denim. Accessorising only with some black and gold pieces to tie in with the bag's hardware, I went for these gorgeous new Feather & Stone jewellery from Question Air and my current favourite watch from Abbott Lyon (don't forget you can grab £25 off your own until Thursday with code 'LUCIA25'!). Keeping the rest of your outfit neutral is essential when wearing statement pieces, you don't want too much going on and you want the bag to do all the talking.

Hope you enjoyed today's trend feature folks! I have a few exciting this happening this week so make sure to stay updated on my Instagram (@luciagrace) and Snapchat (@lucia_grace), have an awesome week everyone. 

Blue Jean Baby

Very skirt* | HM shirt, old (similar) | Aigner Bag* | Le Specs Sunglasses via The Sunglasses Shop* | Daniel Wellington watch* | Ebay shoes, alternative here 

I know everyone and their mother has given double denim a whirl, but it's one of those trends that is hard to resist. There's something about blue on blue on blue that's so aesthetically pleasing it's a fail-safe look that almost never fails. Unless you're Britney or Justin circa 2001 that is.

Aside from the denim overload in today's look, I'm also strapped in to a pair of lace-up flats that I finally got my hands on a few weeks back. And you won't believe how much I paid for them - £9.49. Granted, they aren't going to be as an amazing quality as a pair Aquazurra's but still - AMAZING value, thank me later girls. They also do them in a violet purple too (see here). They are from Asia, so if you don't fancy the two week wait I've linked some similar styles including a leather pair below, all available for next day delivery.

I'm actually writing this post from Amsterdam! I landed safe and sound last night and met three other lovely bloggers from the Fashion Chick blogger network in our incredible duplex apartment in the centre. Stay tuned for updates, I can't wait to share this wonderful place with you all. Don't forget to follow me on snapchat @ lucia_grace to keep up with my adventures in real time!

All The 70's Vibes

Channeling my inner Bradley Cooper in American Hustle in today's look - minus the perm. The 70's trend may have had its moment this season, but it's just one of those trends I can't get enough of. Flares, vintage inspired striped and oversized aviators is the formula for today's hustler look, see more below...

Lace Up Loving

I’ve concluded that a ridiculously big pair of round sunnies, an unbrushed mane and a lace-up floaty dress are the perfect formula to make you look like a hippie on her way to Glastonbury in 1972. I can’t help but be all about anything lace-up or remotely 70’s at the moment and H&M have nailed those kinda vibes this season - see more below.

Vibrance

There's nothing like accessorising with some colour popping accessories to help you feel like spring is on it's way, and these beautiful Davidoff leather goods have most definitely brightened up my January. Click below for more.

Aztec

 

Just a quick outfit post! This is what I wore out on Saturday night. Im loving the aztec trend at the moment and i've had my eye on this topshop beauty for quite some time, as was lucky enough to have my lovely boyfriend treat me to it last week! The colours are brilliant for summer and the fact that its a jersey vest dress makes it easy to dress up or down this season. I paired it with black wedges and a statement cross necklace.

Dress & Necklace - Topshop