'Dem Parisian Vibes

I cannot express how much I love these 2 books at the moment. As told by wonderful Parisian friends, I do not need a book to tell me how to be a Parisian wherever I am because I am already one. The best compliment ever, especially from  REAL Parisians! But hey! I wanted to support my style crush, favourite person in my Chanel family, Caroline de Maigret and her amazing group of girlfriends who are lending all their tips to every woman out there that is interested in embracing that Jane Birkin attitude.

The book isn't just a how to be, it is full of funny quips, tips, friendship, the perfect dinner table conversation (with a matching menu to accompany it), how to have a successful affair oh and how to turn men on with a simple Burberry trench. That's right, no longer will I envy the Charlotte Gainsbourg wannabes in my clique, I WILL BE THAT WOMAN!

I genuinely couldn't recommend a more chic and funny read for my little fashionistas. 

I also wanted to share with you the amazing new Chanel Art book which is due for world launch in mid October. If you can remember back in October 2013, the Spring Summer 2014 show was all about the artistic Chanel girl. The set was full of amazing art pieces which have been documented in this book. It is a must have for any coffee table book collectors/ Chanel fans. I'm very lucky to have my copy before launch and I am proud owner of a first edition too. Each piece for me is so special and I love looking back and remembering my memories from the days leading up to the show and the day.

I love this look, I really think my style adapts all the time. My current obsession since early this year has been duster coats. I wanted a nice thick one for autumn, something I could wrap up. This trench duster is my dream jacket. It's a gorgeous length and cut beautifully. Thank you once again Monki.

My Mansur tote has been the best addition to my bag collection this year. Thanks mum and dad for this! I knew I wanted the tote after buying my bucket bag in March. I wasn't however sure if black was needed in my collection, but as any person looking for a Mansur Gavriel knows, it is hard to find the bag in the first place so I cannot even imagine the stress my parents went through to get this but all I know is Net-A-Porter were a fantastic help. As for my doubts, completely out the window. I love this bag so much it's hard not to use it when it is perfection.

The Chanel Dallas sneakers are just the cutest. These capture the collection perfectly, on top of that it really adds a pop to any basic outfit. Ive noticed with Chanel sneakers the best style for myself is low tops to show off my skinny ankles. These in the high top were cute but god I am so glad they weren't in my size because these have made me so happy. They stand out for themselves in my ever growing sneakers collection. 

Thanks for reading guys.

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It's Dallas Baby!!!

When it was announced last year that the Chanel Métiers d'Art collection would take place in Dallas the fashion world revelled in excitement. Previous collections have ranged from Shanghai, Bombay to last years Edinburgh. I myself went to a state of "what will be" Crocodile and Snake skin accessories, tasselled jackets, leather and cowboy boots. Boy Chanel did not fail to deliver and treated their guests to a whole mid western experience. The show took place in a barn post guest arriving at a rodeo drive through. Sadly I never managed to go, but as the collection launched 2 weeks ago, we and dedicated Chanel clients were treated to a re-see and it was like being in Dallas  all over. I obviously had to go in my take on the modern day Dallas gal, leather and denim of course with a dash of pieces from the actual collection bought the day before.

Denim Shirt- Monki  

Leather front leggings- Surface to Air

Boots- Chanel Paris-Dallas

Leopard Clutch- Christopher Kane

Brooch- Chanel Paris-Dallas

Earrings- Chanel Paris-Dallas

As you can tell I had a prime seat at the end of the runway right ahead of the models. I love watching shows, it inspires me, gives me some ideas and makes me think of how I can twist a look to make it my own. The collection not only captured Dallas, it was a modern twist on Cowboys and Indians. It is amazing how Karl can transfer an era, a state and a whole mindset of a region into a collection and make it so desirable, tasteful and not at all tacky. The reason behind bringing Chanel to the states and Dallas specifically you ask? After the war, the states were the only people to back the comeback of Gabrielle Chanel in 1954 in Paris. Then in 1957 Coco arrived in Dallas to receive the Neiman Marcus award for Distinguished Service in The Field of Fashion. She spent 2 weeks in Dallas and in that time dazzled the Americans. 

Obviously I had my heart set on a few of the pieces that went down the runway, but alas my budget can't stretch that far so I had to swoon over my the shoes and accessories….oh it's a hard life right ;)

I absolutely love these boots, not only were they the main piece I wanted from this collection, but they were also the main shoes that went down the runway so I felt It was a nice runway piece to have in my collection. I love the intricate detailing, I feel it runs well with a lot of other collections Chanel have previously done and future collections (Dubai collection anyone?).

I originally wanted the high top version of these sneakers, but sadly they weren't available in the UK, so when I popped into Selfridges for a meeting I saw these and fell hard for them. I don't think I am a high top person any more so I feel like it was meant to be. These are velvet and so so comfy. A great addition to my growing sneaker collection. I cannot wait for the Autumn Winter sneakers to arrive next!

I am not usually big on buying costume jewellery as I have so much, but these Dallas pieces are definitely a collectors item in the future. They really capture the collection. i especially love my new sheriff brooch which I cannot wait to shoot on my new Zara Tweed jackets. Eeeek!

What do you guys think of the collection? Have you guys succumbed to any of the pieces? 

You can view the whole collection on Chanel website.

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