Shady Lady

Last weekend my family and I soaked up the last of the Indian summer and enjoyed the walled gardens at Marlay Park in Rathfarnam in Dublin.  These gardens are so beautiful and free to the public, you can bring a picnic or eat at the cafe and spend the day there.  It was the perfect backdrop to do a little photo shoot for this new top and faux leather skirt I bought recently from Sisley in Dundrum Centre.  I love the little fringe detail on the top, it elevates an ordinary plain white T-shirt.  I will be wearing lots of leather and faux leather (depending on my budget!) this season as well!  How about you? xo

Top & skirt Sisley

A Little Bit Rustic

Can you believe I have never been to Dundrum town centre before? I went there last week for the first time and found the perfect turtle neck - this light weight striped number from Massimo Dutti.  Turtle necks are going to be huge this season, but it's too bad I decided to wear one on the warmest day of September in 17 degree weather.  I was sweating as we went for a walk in these beautiful rustic surroundings.  Enjoy the lovely weekend, and this unexpected Indian summer xo

Top Massimo Dutti// Necklace J Crew

Pants J Crew

Party Pants

I do love me a printed pant! And where better to wear this brightly coloured pair than while on holiday in a warm place.  I paired these "party pants" with a simple black top and my trusty leather jacket.  A leather jacket is a must have staple for any wardrobe.  I invested in this one from Sandro a few years ago and continue to wear it often.  It's worth spending a bit more money on this wardrobe essential as you can wear it year after year.  I also love the leather fringe detailing on this top.  Thanks for stopping by and Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow Americans out there! xo

Winter Florals

I just bought this striped floral top from Penney's.  The dark colors make it a perfect way to wear florals during the A/W season.  The top also has a really cute matching skirt, but unfortunately it was sold out, so I paired it with this high-wasted see through skirt from www.minusey.com.  This is a South Korean online clothing store and it's great to pick up cute bits that no one else will have. xo

Leather Pants Two Ways

I recently bought these vegan leather trousers in H&M and they were a steal at under 30 euros.  Vegan leather is great as it's way cheaper than real leather and easier to take care of too.  These pants are so comfortable that I have been wearing them nearly every weekend.  I paired them with a Zara coat with quilted leather sleeves and also with a Zara blanket scarf.  Large plaid scarves are huge this season and I think the best selection can be found at Penney's and Zara. xo

Scarf Zara, sweater J Crew, trousers H&M

Coat Zara, top Sandro, trousers H&M, shoes Top Shop

Bracelets Cartier

Turtle Necks and Tutus

I was in beautiful Ards National Park amoungst all the autumn leaves falling off the trees and I took the opportunity to have an impromptu photo shoot in this outfit that I love for fall!  I will most definitely be rocking turtle necks this season.  I think they are just so chic (not to mention practical for keeping warm!)  I also recently bought this hat in Penney's for less than 5 euros.  It doesn't come out that well in the photos, but it has a really cute mesh bow and jewel detail.  What is your favourite fall trend? xo

Hat Penney's

Monochrome at the G

I was in Galway a few weeks ago for a medical conference and I decided to stop by the G hotel for a bite to eat and one of their famous cocktails.  This hotel is a bloggers dream - it was designed in part by milliner Phillip Treacy and has so many unique and gorgeous features.  I just so happened to het chatting to photographer Peter Harkin who was there to shoot a wedding and he took these gorgeous photos for me.  (It sure beats my husband or four year old taking the photos!!)  Check out his work here: www.peterharkin.com

Top Sandro, pants and clutch Penney's, shoes Valentino

A Scarf Affair

So, it's officially autumn/winter 2014!  The clocks have gone back, and I must admit this is not my favourite time of year. But A/W invariably means that it's scarf time! And I do love me good scarf.  This year I am inspired by this cool belted scarf trend from the Burberry A/W '14 catwalk.  What's your favourite A/W trend? xo

Myself wearing a Maje scarf and a model from the Burberry A/W'14 catwalk

Scarf and cape Zara, top Sheinside, bag Chanel, shoes Valentino