Class of 2021…with the trending ‘Harvard’ sweatshirt, the streets look littered with Harvard grads. I’ve always adored a preppy American style and fell instantly in love with the Zara Harvard popping red sweatshirt. My style is vast, but I usually pick a dressy style over relaxed. Now of course, with a sweatshirt I am instantly inclined to pair the piece with blue or white jeans or joggers. But…having come across a stunning look in Vogue where the stylist mixed smart & casual perfectly by mixing a sweatshirt and a midi skirt, I fell in love!

Using the Vogue look as inspiration, I fled to the Zara skirt section where I found this killer midi black skirt with gold button detailing and ultra sassy side split. Tucking in the Harvard sweatshirt I loved the look; the skirt clinched in at the waist perfectly and added a chic aesthetic. Finished with black courts the outfit works perfectly for a city lunch break.

SHOP THE LOOK

SKIRT – ZARA

SWEATSHIRT – ZARA

HEELS – RIVER ISLAND

Cocktail night pending! Since the lockdown has eased I haven’t yet grabbed myself a cocktail but…I have planned an outfit for when the time comes. I cannot tell you how long I have been searching for the perfect straight jean. All I know is, it’s been a LONG search. Trying on jeans has to be the WORST item to haul on and off, I’ve been to countless stores even LEVI’S, but I had no luck. On a whim I ordered these River Island straight denim jeans from ASOS. Finally, I had found a pair that fit the leg well, however the waist was too big. Problem solved with my trusty double-sided red/black Coach belt.

With the jean and belt sorted I knew I wanted a dressy yet classy top. This OhPolly cropped blazer top is an eye-catching piece. The shoulder pads and cropped length combine to give a flattering shape. I love the pristine, crisp white against the casual denim. I matched the red leather belt with the Topshop saddle bag and Too Faced matte red lip. Stradivarius tan braided mules finish the look.