MADDISON’S JUNE

Published on June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

This June has been an unbelievably stressful and rewarding month of my life. Finishing my dissertation required a large amount of resilience and determination. My hard work and dedication enabled me to finish a piece of work that I am immensely proud of. Since, I have taken some time to fully relax which I have never had the opportunity to do before. My fitness levels have increased and as restrictions of lockdown have reduced I’ve taken the time to spend some quality time with close friends and family. With my 21^st birthday approaching in July I am taking this unprecedented time to reflect on what I have achieved and plan what I want my future to look like. I hope you’re all happy and doing well!

GRADUATING UNIVERSITY!

After 3 rewarding years reading BA Hons Fashion Marketing & Management at University of Southampton, Winchester School of Art I handed in my Final Major Project/Dissertation titled Gucci Travel Club in June. Throughout my time at university not only have I been enthralled by a subject that I absolutely adore, but I also learnt the most valuable life lessons and formed friendships that will last a lifetime. My Mumma has always said that university is not only about learning your craft it’s mainly incredibly grounding for a person, I couldn’t agree more. I lived in university halls for the first year, then private halls for the second and third years which I nicknamed my ‘New York Apartment’. I feel incredibly overwhelmed that my university experience was cut short due to Coronavirus however, it gave me the opportunity to work undistracted on my final project.

I was incredibly fortunate to go on 3 trips of a lifetime while at university. In first year, I visited Berlin, second year I travelled to Florence and in third year I visited my bucket list destination; New York. Each trip I learnt numerous clandestine facts about the fashion industry. When visiting Florence, the group visited a perfumery named Sileno Cheloni where the informed experts offer a personalised scent experience made from all-natural ingredients. Sileno Cheloni creates the signature scent that Gucci uses within their stores; I find sensory marketing exceptionally fascinating.

Now that I have finished university and I have a small break before finding my dream fashion job I will take the time to post about my university projects on this blog. I may even make a few YouTube videos explaining the innovations. Expect a lot of posting coming your way!

GUCCI TRAVEL CLUB SNEAK PEAK…

UNIVERSITY ROOM YEAR 1 & 2/3

UNIVERSITY TRIPS TO BERLIN/FLORENCE/NEW YORK

JULY SNEAK PEAK…

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1. PINK SATIN & BOWS

2. DARLING…IT’S FINALLY SUMMER!

3. GIRL IN GREEN

MADDISON’S FAVOURITE QUOTES…

DESIGNER WISH-LIST

MONCLER GENIUS, £2,580 FLORAL-EMBROIDERED TRENCH COAT

DESIGNERS REMIX, £255 LINEN AND COTTON BLEND JUMPSUIT

REISS, £95 ONE-SHOULDER GREEN JUMPSUIT

GANNI, £205 LEAF-PRINT WOVEN DRESS

OLIVIA VON HALLE, £420 ZEBRA SILK-SATIN PYJAMAS

VALENTINO, £1,950 PLEATED WRAP MIDI DRESS

GUCCI, £1,950 SLEEVELESS MINI DRESS

TOMMY JEANS, £120 DENIM MINI DRESS

SPORTY & RICH, £115 NAVY SWEATSHIRT

MAJE, £146.30 MINI SKIRT

SELF-PORTRAIT, £290 LACE TRIMMED PLAYSUIT

CLAUDIE PIERLOT, £172.50 PINK TWEED JACKET

BALMAIN, £1490 SEQUIN STRETCH FRING TOP

L’AFSHAR £620, GREY CROC LEATHER BAG

L’AFSHAR, £645, ACRYLIC CLUTCH BAG

EMMA CHARLES, £395 LADY VERA LEATHER BAG

MARC JACOBS, £300 SNAPSHOT LEATHER BAG

SAINT LAURENT, £350 CANVAS POUCH

LAUNER, £1,590 GOLD CROC LEATHER BAG

WHISTLES, £103.20 CROC SLIDERS

KALDA, £290 MINI LEATHER SANDALS

BOOK, FILM & SONG OF THE MONTH

BOOK

THE MAN WHO DIDN’T CALL – BY ROSIE WALSH

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BLURB

Imagine you meet a man, spend seven glorious days together, and fall in love. And it’s mutual: you’ve never been so certain of anything.

So when he leaves for a long-booked holiday and promises to call from the airport, you have no cause to doubt him.

But he doesn’t call.

Your friends tell you to forget him, but you know they’re wrong: something must have happened; there must be a reason for his silence.

What do you do when you finally discover you’re right? That there is a reason – and that reason is the one thing you didn’t share with each other?

The truth.

FILM

ROCKETMAN

SONG

I’M GOOD BY GLOWIE

LOUNGEWEAR

Published on April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

The times we are living in are incredibly uncertain and dystopian. In light of these recent events, once again I would like to give my thanks and admiration for the NHS for their positivity and unbelievable hard-work, as well as the bravery of all Key-Workers. Whilst we are all in lockdown loungewear is a MUST! In an attempt to reduce stress on delivery drivers and fashion companies all of these looks are pieces I already own.

Who doesn’t love loungewear? Victoria’s Secret and Ralph Lauren are my favourites when sourcing relaxers. I admit that I am totally and utterly addicted to purchasing loungewear; I am easily swayed by a comfy looking sweat. Ralph Lauren is the priciest, however the RL pieces that I have acquired are high quality and long lasting – timeless and classic. I adore navy, grey and pale pink colour ways – too cute, while khaki and camel are staple colours for lounging around. With a range of sweatshirts, sweat-shorts, joggers, oversized T’s and fluffy sliders/socks you have free range mix & match.

LOOK 1

I purchased this Ralph Lauren sweatshirt in off-white, red and navy in an outlet store. The aesthetically pleasing design tastefully printed with the polo logo and pony player emblem is completely Maddison style; preppy American. The lining is super soft, while the side slits and elongated back panel create a cool style. Despite the substantial £80 price tag – even at the reduced price – this purchase is a loungewear staple and will last season after season. I paired the sweatshirt with Victoria’s Secret grey sweat-shorts. The shorts are super comfortable with a tie-waist. I love the copper logo accents. Grey fluffy sliders finish the look.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

SWEATSHIRT – RALPH LAUREN

SHORTS – VICTORIA’S SECRET

SLIDERS – BOUX AVENUE

LOOK 2

In 2019 I worked as Buying Assistant at Ralph Lauren for a month-long internship. I very luckily was invited to help at the sample-sale; this entire outfit is sourced from the sample-sale. The navy-fleece sweatshirt is a Ralph Lauren staple; if you’re going to splash-out on loungewear I highly recommend a basic RL sweatshirt; they’re super casual and long-lasting. I adore a navy, white and red combination. These joggers are preppy and loud. The navy and red stripes are stylish and slick, while the Polo logo and American flag designs intertwine seamlessly. I’ll let you in on a secret…this whole outfit is menswear! Menswear always fits oversized, so steal your brother’s/dad’s/boyfriend’s clothes for ultimate cosiness. Queen of chilly feet; the navy socks with red pony player crest are also Ralph staples and finish the look perfectly and provide warmth.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

SWEATSHIRT – RALPH LAUREN

JOGGERS – RALPH LAUREN

SOCKS – RALPH LAUREN

LOOK 3

Military influenced designs are so chic, I’ve always been a fan. This khaki sweatshirt combines perfectly with the white shorts. The US flag & U.S Airforce badges, alongside the back print combine to generate a striking design. I bought this Topshop sweatshirt about 5 years ago and I still wear it to this day. I bought the shorts in a Victoria’s Secret sale also 5 years ago. The VS sale is not one to be missed, I have bought some incredibly beautiful pieces for a fraction of the original price. The white shorts are a comfortable, cheeky fit with a silver sparkly angel wing emblem. The best feature – pockets.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

SWEATSHIRT – RALPH LAUREN

SHORTS – VICTORIA’S SECRET

SLIDERS – BOUX AVENUE

LOOK 4

New York was the best city break of my life! During the entire trip I was searching for the perfect souvenir to remember my first visit. The tourist shops were incredibly overpriced and so tasteless. I was gutted that I was leaving without a memento until I got to JFK airport. They had a mini Victoria’s Secret store with a sale section; in which I spied the attractive baby pink sweatshirt with a glittery NEW YORK printed across the middle. BINGO! I looked at the label in anticipation, ready for potential disappointment as VS sweatshirts can be up to $60…there was no price. Taking the sweatshirt to the till I asked the price and stood there dumbfounded as the assistant informed me that the price was just $10! It is one of my favourite purchases ever. The sweat is an impeccable duo to the VS sleep-shorts that I bought in the sale. The grey ribbed design with matching baby pink frills makes a super cute short, SO COMFY too! Long grey socks finalise the cheeky look. Oh – and a fluffy grey bunny eye mask is ESSENTIAL for day-naps!

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

SWEATSHIRT – VICTORIA’S SECRET

SHORTS – VICTORIA’S SECRET

SOCKS – H&M

LOOK 5

I love green. Having bright green eyes, green clothing items make my eyes pop! This playful ‘Victoria’s Secret Pink’ green velour co-ord set is sassy and cosy. The matching set consisting of shorts and a cropped hoodie is a go-to when relaxing. Pink clothing is always high quality visually and by-feel. Definitely worth the price.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

HOODIE – VICTORIA’S SECRET PINK

SHORTS – VICTORIA’S SECRET PINK

SOCKS – BOUX AVENUE

LOOK 6

You cannot go wrong with a one-piece wonder. What is more comfortable than a GIANT T. This unisex, humongous, oversized Levi’s T-shirt is my favourite throw-on item. I bought it at a discount Levi’s store, I loved the over-sized style and Levi’s is always a classic. The quality is exceptional as always; the cotton is super thick. Any Levi’s is quality and eternal. I finished the look with F&F pink fluffy socks.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

T-SHIRT – LEVI’S

SOCKS – BOUX AVENUE

LOOK 7

Joggers are a must-have item. A casual staple! These Zara camel joggers are a comfy fit and super stylish. The cuffed ankle and lightweight camel material are perfect for Spring. I paired the joggers with a matching camel H&M hoodie. I very often style hoodies and sweatshirts tucked-up. Finishing the look with pink fluffy sliders I am ready to relax.

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SIMILAR OPTIONS

HOODIE – H&M

JOGGERS – ZARA

SLIDERS – BOUX AVEUE

I FELL IN LOVE & HIS NAME IS NEW YORK! – PART 3

Published on March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

THE OUTFIT

Dear New York…I’ll never get over you! Dressing in New York is the ultimate fashionista heaven. You have the freedom to display your most outlandish clothing and no-one bats an eyelid! On the final day I wore gold faux-leather trousers, a black sweatshirt with organza bow, a black Coach belt, black military boots, a black croc bag and the distinguished brown fur coat. A metallic piece of clothing paired with block colour makes the trousers stand out whilst blending in enough to be worn for daytime. In New York it’s ideal to make your outfit work for day and night, this outfit fits both.

THE EXPERIENCE

DAY THREE

Time in New York flies! Two Days down with one full day and one-half day left. My heart was already aching at the thought of leaving! I started the third day at the most wonderful breakfast joint, The Smith. I had my all-time favourite, Eggs Benedict, while my NYC homie, Lucie had the biggest stack of American Pancakes!!! We accompanied our breakfast with a pot of tea, how British hahaha! The waiters were incredibly polite and accommodating and even commented on their adoration for the British accent – how cute. We ventured to the bathroom after eating where we found a photobooth and classic shoe-shining chair. Lucie and I got the funniest Photobooth photographs, needless to say we weren’t ready!

After a breakfast full of laughter, we started towards Central Park. En route, we spotted a Barbra Streisand poster flapping in the wind. We found the entrance to the exhibition named ‘Hello Gorgeous!’. The display inside the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center showed the journey down her musical memory lane with recordings of Streisand classics. Stunning images of the striking star were plastered wall to wall, while her songs played through speakers. Her fashion was iconic.

After immersing ourselves in the exhibition we ventured to Central Park. Littered with unbelievable views of central NYC, the central city park was breath taking. The weather was stunning with blue skies and sunshine. Although I would’ve loved to see the trees in the Summer full of leaves, the stark branches were beautiful. We found the perfect viewing area to get a picture with the city skyline in the background.

Next, we walked Fifth Avenue exploring the Flagship stores of countless designers; Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Coach and Chanel, all with stunning interior design. The Burberry store had an innovative interior design; each floor had a different colourway; one floor pink, one blue, one green. Such a simple yet effective visual. I was lucky enough to visit the week-old Tiffany store with four breath-taking floors. They had a postcard delivery service free from in-store. I sent a Tiffany postcard to my parents, much classier than an average postcard! While walking past the Madison Avenue sign of course I had to get a picture – what a shame they spelt Maddison wrong!

In the evening we walked up to Times Square to enjoy the bright lights at night-time. Times Square is buzzing to say the least! It’s certainly the most tourist-like hub in New York. The streets are full of dessert shops; garish pink cakes, giant caramel brownies and enormous cheesecake slices line the shelves. We dined at the legendary Hard Rock Café, full of life and music; you can’t get more American than that.

DAY FOUR

I felt so disheartened to only have a morning left in the best city I have ever visited. A central hub for fashion. I started the day at Blank Slate Coffee & Kitchen where I enjoyed a blondie with M&M’s, such a treat. The last place I visited was Greenwich Village neighbourhood of Lower Manhattan. I wandered through Washington Square Park. My favourite thing to do whilst travelling is finding the cutest spots by eye. Of course, being well-prepared for a trip and knowing the main places to visit is amazing but walking down side-streets and alleyways can reveal the most beautiful shops and cafes. I came across Posh Pop, a bakery stuffed full of cakes and enormous cookies; I opted for a red velvet cookie, which was beyond yummy! As it was my final day in NYC I decided it was time for a notorious NYC bagel! Not being able to find a bagel shop I asked a local for their recommendation, to which they replied…Bagel Bob’s. I opted for a poppy seed bagel with salami and cream-cheese, it was the best! After riding the subway for the last time, munching on the delicious bagel I felt gutted to be leaving. I will 100% visit again, I am also certain that I will have part of my career in the phenomenal city. New York is always a good idea!

SHOP THE LOOK

COAT – H&M (SIMILAR OPTION)

SWEATSHIRT – ZARA

TROUSERS – ZARA (SIMILAR OPTION)

BOOTS – ZARA

BELT – COACH

BAG – ZARA

I FELL IN LOVE…HIS NAME IS NEW YORK! – PART 2

Published on March 4, 2020March 4, 2020 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

THE OUTFIT

New York was an unforgettable trip; I will always remember my first visit to ‘the city that never sleeps’! It’s so hard to know what to wear. Before I visited I was torn between looking ‘killer’ and being warm & comfy. With the NYC crazy cold temperatures, I packed for Arctic weather…however, I was extremely lucky to have temperatures of 10 degrees daily! The second day was jam packed. Cream baggy jeans from Zara were the base for my outfit, the waist drawn in by my brown Gucci belt. I tucked a Zara cream thin-knit jumper with gold button detail on the sleeve into the jeans. I threw my brown fur coat over my shoulders, slipped on baby-pink, fluffy socks under cream Converse boots and finished the outfit with a H&M silk scarf in pale pink and charcoal grey. An impeccable balance of fashion and comfort. The key to New York dressing is styling an outfit that suits all occasions; perfect to throw on and wear all-day-long.

THE EXPERIENCE

I started the second day with a classic Starbucks. America is the perfect place for me; even at Starbucks everyone is buzzing with energy. After a white chocolate mocha and almond croissant, I headed to the MoMA – Museum of Modern Art. Home to the legendary ‘Starry Night’ by Vincent Van Gough and ‘Campbell’s Soup Cans’ by Andy Warhol, as well as, unbelievable modern art. MoMA is a significant hub for inspiration; I was captivated by the classic, characteristic prints in monochrome. Being left tantalised by the art, I searched for a typical New York pizza to devour; an appetising pepperoni deep-base pizza square was more than adequate.

Midday I headed to the Hudson Yards Shopping Centre. With every shop from Zara and Sephora, to Dior and Coach, the shopping centre provided inspiration for both my actual budget and my dream budget. Designer stores are cottoning on to the importance of Millennial consumers and Gen Z consumers; the loyal consumer of the future. The experience in brick-and-mortar luxury stores is astonishing in comparison to 10 years ago. The shop assistants give personable experiences for all consumers; enticing the new audiences. The Dior saddle bag and Coach red bag caught my eye; both stores staff were brilliant allowing me to try the bag with my outfit! After exploring the designer stores for delectable products, I headed to the High Line.

The High Line was once a railway network through NY, converted into the picture-perfect walk-way displaying New York’s stunning views. Spying the Giorgio Armani head office on the walk, as well as a breath-taking sunset the High Line did not disappoint. Littered with artistic instalments along the walk, the High Line is a MUST when in NYC. I spent about 2 hours taking in the views, regularly pausing to take in the buzzing atmosphere; stopping for a lengthy time at a window overlooking a heavily populated NY road. The stream of yellow taxis was hypnotic. I’m so thankful that I decided to take my time to take in the atmosphere along the High Line as I was lucky enough to experience the most stunning sun-set highlighting the NYC skyline. As the sky darkened the lights of Chelsea welcomed me in the distance.

Chelsea was the pot-of-gold at the end of The High Line. A treasure trove of tasteful restaurants, classy designer stores and niche galleries. Upon exploring Chelsea, I came across the Atouche Gallery, sneaking into the gallery the silence of the room overwhelmed me, until a friendly Frenchman cheerily greeted me; he was keen to learn about why I was visiting and my love for fashion. It is so important to do research prior to visiting a city, however I highly recommend exploring the side-streets to find the exclusive spaces. The art was beyond enticing, each piece secreted an erotic connotation; so refined and stylish. Along the street, designer shops littered with Balmain had exceptional art wall-to-wall. Chelsea is the definition of elegance.

Brands incorporating lifestyle into their business’ is a trend; I’ve learnt about this at university, the Starbucks Reserve being used as an example, our lecture scattered with images of the legendary location. Now…I can’t see long distance without my glasses, but I did recognise the Starbucks logo and the intimidating doors of the Reserve. I physically ran to it! I’m such a coffee lover, the concept of a ‘Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory’ for coffee lovers is my heaven. On entering, the visuals of the copper machinery, the scent of the sweet coffee beans and the sound of the steam arm was overwhelming me in the best possible way. Everything you could imagine from a coffee bean pick & mix, an espresso martini bar to an extraordinary, copper coffee bean roaster was located in this coffee playground. I ordered an iced latte, with the coffee bean exclusive to the Starbucks Reserve; iconic! After my second coffee stop of the day I ventured to the Chelsea Market.

Historically the National Biscuit Company Factory (where the Oreo was invented), now Chelsea Market! The location has a quaint style, full of charm and personality. The brown stone walls, the music, the flower market, the independent restaurants and the wishing-well combined provided a dreamlike, fantastical ambiance. Spoilt for choice I settled for ‘Le Song’ a scrumptious French Bistro. The tapas style menu intrigued me. I chose mac ‘n’ cheese, calamari and truffle oil infused fries with parmesan shavings. White wine was perfect to pair with the meal. The French setting was so appealing and continued the dream-state. Wandering back out to the streets of Chelsea brought me back reality. After a long day I headed ‘home’. Completely exhausted, nonetheless still buzzing from the day, it dawned on me that New York is definitely where I will live at some point in my life. Perfectly in love!

SHOP THE LOOK

COAT – H&M

JUMPER – ZARA

JEANS – ZARA

BOOTS – CONVERSE

SCARF – ASOS (DIFFERENT DESIGN)

SOCKS – F&F

I FELL IN LOVE…HIS NAME IS NEW YORK! – PART 1

Published on February 11, 2020April 7, 2020 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

As a fashion student and aspiring blogger, it’s hard to believe that I had never visited the Big Apple before. Oh, how I have been missing out! I had visited America previously and adored the country. Visiting New York confirmed that I will definitely be exploring working there in my fashion career. New York is fashion obsessed, I’ve never been to a city where everyone is dressed sharply, especially on Fifth Avenue – Billionaire’s Row. Arriving in New York, the buildings, the people, the excitement is so very overwhelming – in the best way. I stayed in Pod 51 a hostel that exceeded my expectations, amidst the buzzing streets of New York, a short walk away from the iconic New York locations. Just walking through the streets in New York is like nowhere else I’ve been, the colossal buildings, quirky street signs and bustling people are persistently animated.

Day 1

The Outfit

In New York you have free reign to over-dress. I adore jumpsuits, they’re so simple, yet so striking. I wore this ASOS cream, denim jumpsuit with tie waist. The loose leg, combined with the belted waist is so figure flattering, while being comfy and warm for the New York avenues. Comfortable shoes are a MUST when visiting New York, you spend the entire day on foot. I averaged 20,000 steps daily. I was gifted the Converse boots at Christmas. They’re so unique, I was receiving compliments about them left-right-and-centre, one person even asked if they were Gucci boots! The exterior of the boot is striking; made from Gor-Tex material the boots have the word ‘Gor-Tex’ littered across the boot; they’re so perfect for city breaks as they’re waterproof too. They are beyond cosy with the fleece lining and a thick sole. Of course, I strutted the New York streets in my brown, faux-fur coat, highly-fashionable while confronting the cold weather. I used a cross-body Zara black bag the entire time; essential for city breaks.

The Experience

Walking down Fifth Avenue – Easy Street – was breath-taking, now that’s where I want to live! The buildings, the people, the designer shops; all beyond perfection. The first full day initiated with a visit to Gladson New York, located on Fifth Avenue; a fabric supplier for multiple luxury suiting brands. The intricacy of the process of developing each fabric swatch is shown in stunningly detailed samples. From pinstripe to check, navy to burgundy the fabrics styles created are vast. Learning about the importance of implementing these fabrics into female suiting also, felt empowering. Then, I ventured to the ferry where I saw amazing views of Manhattan Island and Brooklyn Bridge, even spotting the Statue of Liberty in the distance. New York is oh so picturesque, every view is scenic.

Getting off the ferry I arrived in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This setting was very dissimilar to the bustling Fifth Avenue vibe. It was like a ghost-town. It had an eerie, distinctive impression, adding a feeling of culture to the trip. Graffiti wall-to-wall and Indie food joints littered the location. I dined with friends in a pub-style restaurant, eating a legendary grilled cheese sandwich – to-die-for. Strolling along the streets thrift shops invited me in; vintage Gucci and Louis Vuitton the prized possession of the second-hand shops. Searching through rails and rails of pre-owned clothing highlights how resale is booming in the contemporary fashion market. I yearned to know everything about the previous owner, clothing signifying untold stories. Williamsburg was a treasure trove, full of desirability. I spotted a stunningly decorated restaurant; all white with plantation and neon lights. It was called The Butcher’s Daughter. I ordered a latte. Asking whether they had any syrups the waitress said no, but recommended the mocha; the said mocha had magic mushroom powder in it… I then spied hemp milk and many other controversial additives. I opted for the plain latte hahaha! Williamsburg mirrors the hipster areas of London; like Shoreditch and Camden.

GO BROOKLYN NETS! I’ve always been a fan of basketball; being part of my high school team I appreciate the sport ;), as well as my fascination with the incredible height of the players. You can’t get more American than a basketball game. I went to see Brooklyn Nets play UItar Jazz. Spending $10 on a foam finger and almost $20 on nachos with cheese and a lemonade the size of my head was SO WORTH IT! The cheerleaders and street-dancers generated a VIBEEE, it was such an exhilarating experience. To anyone who visits New York I highly recommend seeing a game. Getting the subway back to the hotel was a struggle, but I made it! After a full-on day, collective with the jet lag I slept like a baby.

AIRPORT STYLE

CASE – LULU GUINNESS

VANITY CASE – LULU GUINNESS

JOGGERS – ZARA

TOP – H&M

COAT – H&M

BOOTS – CONVERSE

NEW YORK STYLE

JUMPSUIT – ASOS

BOOTS – CONVERSE

COAT – H&M

BAG – ZARA

FAUX-FUR FASHION

Published on December 2, 2019 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

Drama! I absolutely love doing shoots in a professional studio. Everything just pops. Winter is upon us and…FINALLY I have found my Winter coat. This year I was waiting for SO LONG for a coat to stand out to me! This brown faux fur maxi coat from H&M was the one! Coats are my favourite fashion item; they add drama to any outfit, especially huge fur coats. This one has an oversized fit and has a flattering matching belt to draw in the waist. I’m wearing Zara cream baggy 80’s jeans, a cream, dotty, pussy-bow, sheer blouse with chunky black Zara boots and accessorised with the signature Gucci belt. I love layering in the winter, it looks so chic. I’m heading to New York in January, so this coat will be perfect for the chilly days.