A Love of Leather

I am loving leather fashion this season. I can't quite put my finger on it but to me it just adds some more edge to traditional items making them a stand out piece of any outfit. Leather pieces to me give elegance and glamour with a sophisticated sexiness.


I admit it has taken me a while to feel comfortable wearing leather because it has always seemed a bit too risky and sexy, something that only looks good on super skinny models strutting up and down a catwalk. However this season I can completely understand the appeal, structured items looks so different in leather and it just catches the light differently. You can wear all black but avoid flatness by adding some leather texture.


I thought I would share my recent leather purchases with you (modelled by myself so be kind).

Here is my most recently wardrobe addition, it actually inspired me to write this blog post. I was actually shopping for a summer skirt to wear on my holiday but spotted this on the rail and thought I might as well try it on, I never thought I would end up buying it. I just loved that it was a girly shape but the texture gave an edge of gothic, biker glam. I questioned if I would get my wear out of it but with some high heeled brogues and a blouse it gives me a great look I could wear to work, the ankle socks just finish off the look. I kept my jewellery limited to necklaces and all black with a hint of pearl, to me this is  a perfect modernisation of the little black dress.

The Dress is from H&M and was £24.99 (obviously imitation leather).

In this photo you can't argue that leather is not sophisticated. I actually bought this skirt last year for my graduation, I wanted something that would say 'fashion student' but it needed to be smart too. I think teaming this skirt with a pussy bow blouse give a great look for the office and would be great for heading out for drinks after work too. To me this proves leather can look smart.


The skirt was from Topshop last year and about £35.00, again imitation leather.

This is my final look. I have seen a lot of leather look or wet look leggings around on the high-street at the moment but I wasn't sure if they were for the masses and perhaps just suited the super skinny and I'm not saying there is anything wrong with that. However I think I have found a solution, these are panelled leggings, thick legging with leather strips down the sides. The leggings are a perfect transitional wardrobe piece. I have slobbed out in these with vest tops and plimsoles but equally in the outfit above I look as though I am about to hit the dance floor. They are comfy, sleek and leg lengthening. Leather leggings make leggings sexy.

My leggings are Topshop and were £25.00.

This blog post just shows the items I own that are leather but there are plenty more options on the high-street too. Even if you are not feeling brave enough to fully embrace the look there are great alternatives with pieces such as knitwear with leather trim pockets.

Leather is luxurious, sleek and stylish, what do you think?

With Love

Raspberry Iguana X

London Fashion Week

I know I am a week late but better late than never. I've been thinking for about a week now how I find not just London Fashion week but all Fashion weeks  I find quite strange. 


I have always considered myself a summer baby, I was born in summer but I still find it my favourite time of the year and not just because of my birthday. However this year I find myself looking forward to winter. I can't wait for those crisp morning chills, duvet days, hot chocolates and stodgy food like stews and roasts. Maybe it is just because summer has been a little bit of a let down in England or maybe I am just loving the winter wear I am seeing about the high-street. I work in retail and I swear I have already picked out a new winter coat for everyday of the week, unfortunately my wardrobe isn't big enough.


So you probably are asking yourselves where I am going with this? I think it is so strange that in autumn/winter you buy your spring/summer wardrobe and in spring/summer you buy your winter wardrobe??? Am I the only one?


I can not imagine buying the latest trends in boots, coats and scarfs whilst wearing shorts and sandals. How do you know you will still like that outfit all those months later or still fit in it? Also in summer just looking at a jumper makes me feel all hot and bothered. This works the other way around too, As I said earlier I want to snuggle in big cosy jumpers and thick woollen stockings not be thinking about buying a new summer dress to wear on my summer holiday with destination unknown.


To be honest though what it really boils down to is I am an impulse buyer, I always have been and I love new clothes. I can't wait to wear something new, as soon as I buy it I will have my outfit planned for the next day.


So what do you guys think? Do you have to wear new things as soon as you get them or would you be happy to wait for months? Do you pay attention to Fashion Weeks or just let it pass you by? Are you looking forward to winter or are you sad the summer is coming to an end?


Please share your thoughts, lets get a discussion going.


With Love 
Raspberry Iguana X