Yes, Yes, Yes, It's My Autumn Almanac

I never understand people who book holidays away to sunnier climates during the arrival of Autumn/Winter. I feel like this is the time of the year where we can fully embrace the cold and miserable British weather. So let's welcome it with open arms! Just to let you know, as I'm typing this I'm currently cuddling the radiator - it's got reeet cold hasn't it! There's honestly something so comforting leaving work when the clock strikes five and already, it's pitch black outside. Then heading home to wrap yourself up in ten thousand cosy layers until you can't move, literally. It also instantly gets me proper giddy for Halloween, therefore insisting me that I stay in, huddle up next to the fire with a hot beverage in my hand and watch my favourite scary movie but then realising it was a huge mistake and you'll be left hiding under you bed covers for the next two weeks as you've got it into your head that demons are coming for you... And as soon as that passes, you'll be sat on your knees at your window looking up at the midnight sky waiting for those colourful balls of flames to shoot up because Bonfire Night is the next celebration in line. Yes, you guessed it, another reason to wear EVEN MORE layers and for you to adapt ' Lady Marshmallow' as your nickname! Seriously though, how can anyone dislike this rusty coloured time of the year?

But let's chat seasonal attire! Recently when I've managed to catch my bus for work (I was definitely cursed with the late gene ok...), I've stared out of the windows and have been utterly inspired with all the crisp leaves bundled up on the streets and the rolling Pentland hills in the background. I mean who can't adore those burnt oranges, crimson reds and forest greens? I'm a total sucker for them! Nothing makes this gal happier than wearing nostalgic colours together such as dark mustard and burgandy or dusty pink and navy blue. One item that I've particularly fallen back in luuurve with is this mesmerising Halloween-esque knitted tee from H&M. I'm definitely convinced that a team of zombies (the babein' ones) sat down together and magicked this dreamy number up. Que the sexy voiceover lady on the M&S advert..."This isn't just any old striped jumper but this jumper provides you with a sparkle". I absolutely love anything glittery because it gives me so much nostalgia to when I was a 7 years old kid playing musical chairs at Christmas parties and crying when I was the only one left standing. I can't fault this item at all because not only is it the comfiest but it also goes with absolutely anything. I teamed mine with this wardrobe staple of a skirt from Primark in black cord, 100% a God send if I do say so myself! Overall, I'd say that this is one of my 'I don't know what to wear' kind of outfits but in all, a mish mash of the sixties and seventies - my two favourite era's.

But no that's not me finished with all of you yet, hold dem' god damn horses! To include a bit of extra chic or the cherry to the cake, I paired this look with my black patent leather, heeled ankle boots from Topshop. Each time I wear these babies, I genuinely feel like I go into full on Cat Woman mode which is miaow-vellous! Speaking of patent, it's one of hottest trends of this season at the moment as it adds a little bit more POW to your Autumn/Winter palette. You can't go wrong with black booties. It's yet again another wardrobe essential that I advise all of you girls to invest in. Every wardrobe needs a pair that you can wear day in and day out with dresses and jeans but with so many out there it can be an impossible decision! I usually opt for leather rather than suede because there is nothing worse than getting caught in torrential rain in your new suede numbers - am I right ladies? (it is Scotland after all).

I don't know if it's the fresh cold air but one of my favourite pastimes when the temperature drops, is to chuck on my chunkiest jumper and comfiest shoes, and wander aimlessly. I'm so lucky that I live in Edinburgh because not only is it filled with office buildings, construction work and historic sights, it's also got the luxury of the wild scenery. I appreciate my city a lot but sometimes I just want to escape the noise especially the beeping from cars...(but sssh don't Edinburgh that). Walking through woodland paths and crossing bridges is total zen to me. So on these days when there's a turn in the weather and I'm wandering contently, thinking of absolutely nothing apart from how cute that Border Collie looks in the distant is, I'll have my earphones at the ready to be accompanied by many artists/bands playing in my ear. Here's a little insight into my world - my tailormade soundtrack to being perfectly chilled looks a little something like this:

Best Coast - Baby I'm Crying

Leon Bridges - River

The Hollies - Long Cool Woman In A Black Dress

The Brian Jonestown Massacre - Anenome

George Harrison - My Sweet Lord

She & Him - Black Hole

Carla Thomas - B-A-B-Y (thank you to the Baby Driver soundtrack - you taught me well)

The Byrds - Tambourine Man

The Drums - Book Of Stories

Arctic Monkeys - Baby I'm Yours

Beirut - Postcards From Italy

Belle & Sebastian - The Boy With The Arab Strap

So there you have it lovelies, another style recipe but this time Autumnal inspired. Just let the colours keep rollin' out! Before I love and leave you, I'll link some alternative items down below to the pieces that I'm wearing because sadly they were swiped up by folk! Also, I wish you all the Happiest of Halloweens you wonderfully spook-a-licious lot. I hope you've got your frightful costumes and carving knifes at the ready. Go get your freak on ~plays Missy Elliot~.

Lou x

Similar Versions
Striped T-shirt - Forever 21
Cord Skirt - ASOS
Patent Boots - Topshop