BLACK AND VELVET

FOREVER XXI always provides me with easy to style pieces (at great prices); love this hat! I find getting the right length brim is quite important as my face is quite round - it's a good fit and doesn't flatten my hair too much.

I've always loved form fitting velvet pieces; they exude an age-old elegance that I can't get enough of! Here, I'm wearing a daring crop top with leggings ensemble - these ARITZIA leggings are some of my favourite pieces, this pair is extremely high quality and multi-purpose! Basically, I can do a session at the gym in them or utilise them as a standalone pair to go with almost any casual outfit. What's your must-have basic in your wardrobe?

hat and top FOREVER XXI

leggings ARITZIA

photography

JEVGENIJA

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LAID BACK VALENTINE

I've been with my man for some time now, and when it's Valentine's round the corner, we're actually quite chilled out about it. Sometimes the best ways to celebrate is to take it easy and just appreciate being together with a little peace and quiet! After a very busy spell in my professional life, it's exactly  what the doctor ordered...

That doesn't mean I can't have a little fun with my outfit! This light maroon red skirt, black turtle neck and textured grey cardigan bring out a nice soft and understated feel - but I still feel quite romantic! Match with leopard print heels and red lip, and I feel very much in the mood!

knitwear cardigan HOLLISTER

turtle neck FCUK

photography

JEVGENIJA

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15% OFF THIRDLOVE BRAS - **VALENTINE15**

TORN + POLISHED thought to share THIRDLOVE's initiative for Valentine's Day to help you find your perfect bra personality! To celebrate, they are giving you 15% off! Just enter the code VALENTINE15 on checking out to redeem the discount.

Needing some inspiration? Check out the quiz above to find out your "Valentine's bra personality", whether you're into the delicate (24/7 Isn't She Lovely Lace); comfortable and classic (24/7 Classic T-shirt) or edgy (24/7 Strap Happy) styles. 

Having done the quiz, my favourite was spot on - check out the 24/7 Isn't She Lovely Lace bra, with its flattering shape and delightful lace details. You can't go wrong with black either, and what's great is that it comes complete with memory foam. This helps with fit and comfort.

Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day, whether you're being pampered or taking some time to pamper yourself! 

Offer running for a limited time only.

A COAT OF RED - HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR!

And here's my real New Year's Resolution - to actually post! Sorry for the long hiatus, it's been absolutely manic recently with a real transition into the next stages of my professional career. It's been a whirlwind ride and I can't wait for my next steps. Nonetheless and separately, I'm super excited to share with you my favourite new piece, this ZARA red coat. It fares well in brightening any outfit - here I've paired it with this grey knitwear duo.

Being Chinese, I get really excited when the Lunar New Year comes round this time of year. After the exciting highs of Christmas and the New Year, winter gets a bit dreary. However, come late January / early-to-mid February, the festivities begin again, and it's a great excuse to bring out a bold red number! In addition to its vivid colour, I love the coat's silhouette. As a petite girl, I find it's hard to rock longer jackets, but this one, with its above-the-knee cut, is the perfect length!

knitwear top M&S

knitwear skirt TOPSHOP

jacket ZARA

photography

JEVGENIJA

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UK GIVEAWAY - LUXEMME £15 VOUCHERS

TORN + POLISHED has teamed up with LUXEMME to spread the word about their free £15 Christmas vouchers giveaway. Visit their site to get some of these goodies in the post! Great as stocking fillers, or something to brighten up your Christmas if you feel like treating yourself to an early present!

Check out LUXEMME's collections including their women's trench coats range. The pieces are ideally placed for winter wardrobes that are looking for a chic but edgy addition. I like how these are loose and comfy, yet still have flattering structures. The colours are also quite neutral, making them easy to pair with a wide range of items.

LUXEMME's website also features a women's knitwear range, with some nice cosy jumpers to keep you warm over the winter months. Wear with some casual jeans and Chelsea boots, and you're good to go!

INTO THE WOODS

See here for a shoot inspired by Little Red Riding Hood - featuring knitwear from independent designer LISHA GILL. Love working with this dream team! We always have a blast shooting, and it's the second time we've been published. See the full editorial in VELVET MAGAZINE. Enjoy a few behind the scene shots below!

knitwear LISHA GILL

makeup VICTORIA LEANNE

photography

ELLA SADIKA

A LITTLE BIT OF DRAMA

Still pinching myself out of sheer disbelief that I was selected to participate in the YOINS blogger network! Had so much shooting this lace black dress for YOINS [ BUY IT HERE ], pairing it up with these sleek D&G heels. As I'm of petite stature, I am sometimes scared of taking on dresses with long lengths - but I find that if it's sufficiently form-fitting, then you've got no troubles there. I quite like the elongating way it hugs my figure.

I'm a bit fan of open backs, and this dress has a beautiful "V" shape that draws one's attention to the natural curvature of the waist. A very nice evening dress for a night at the theatre or fine dining - and extremely affordable too!

Had a blast with photographers FYI PHOTOGRAPHY, ANPARASAN and JASON ARBER who were on the scene shooting for their portfolios. 

dress YOINS [ BUY IT NOW ]

shoes D&G

photography

first three images FYI PHOTOGRAPHY

last image ANPARASAN