Happy Weekend: Sleepy Sunday Nights

Its been a lovely week, finished off with an equally lovely weekend. These cold nights, frosty mornings and snuggly, cosy nights in are making me feel so festive; I finally started my Christmas shopping on Friday and I'm getting horribly excited about this coming month!

Saturday morning shopping was far from ideal, forty minutes fighting with other cars to find a car parking space, wrestling through more crowds and several near-death experiences with pushchairs, running around in heeled boots with about thirteen bags isnt my idea of a fun, laid-back Saturday afternoon.. I did thankfully get the majority of the shopping in one mad-dash so I'll now be heavily reliant on online shopping; take this as a hint as it wont get any easier!

Fashion Inspiration: Autumn & Winter Dressing | New In

cooler temperatures are ever-present in the lovely UK, and its about time I really invested some time, and money, into this years winter wardrobe. This time last month, I was en route to Thailand - with a suitcase full of plentiful planning & preparation (23kg of summer, 40 degree heat resistant clothing). Leaving the house in conditions currently around 2 degrees, I'm currently craving warm and luxurious clothing like leather and faux furs...

My shopping baskets and home deliveries during the last few weeks have ranged from sequin-sleeved parka jackets, iPhones, Diptyque and Tom Ford candles, books to snuggle up with while I burning the them and too much from Topshop, namely a pair of leather leggings and perfect fur gilet...

The Rachelle Edit: New In | Valentino

I love anything studded, anything lacy, anything Valentino. No one combines studs and lace quite like Valentino. Imagine my delight when browsing my bookmarked 'New in' at Net a Porter, to stumble across all of these Valentino goodies. Too early to compose my Christmas list?. . .

{ from left: all items available here from Net a Porter  } lace trimmed wool dress £1,345 - studded leather tote £1,405 - lace appliquéd cashmere sweater £765 - zebra print calf hair studded flats £540 - rockstud d frames £185 - lace panelled leather dress £3,140 - leather shoulder bag £1,235 - lace trimmed wool sweater £625 - studded patent leather burgundy brogues £475 - nude studded leather tote £1,780 - burgundy studded textured leather tote £1,205 - rockstud leather cut-out gloves £365 - black studded leather belt £280

p r e v i o u s  e d i t s  . . .

winning style  |  kiss-worthy accessories  |  jil sander fall 2012  |  nineties: the new vintage  |  fifty shades of fashion  |  resort 2013: proenza schouler vs valentino  |  resort 2013: chloe vs erdem  |  summer sorbet  |  laid-back sundays  |  summer shoes at zara  |  zadig & voltaire  |  ibiza: sunlounger to superclub

rachel xo

The Rachelle Edit: Topshop Treats

I've spent the past hour of my life unproductively yet enjoyably perving over the New In section at Topshop. There are so many amazing new items to hit stores this week, these are my favourites. . .

Loaded Black Platform Sandals (£65) - Lace Peplum Zip Back Top (£36) - Geometric Print Bodycon Dress (£36). Co-Ord Boucle Biker Jacket in Mint Green (£65). Fringe Corset Top (£24). Floral Print Cigarette Trousers (£36). Drop Waist Shift Dress (£48). Textured Peplum Top (£30). rachel xo

Spotlight On: The White Company

The White Company was established in 1993 and in the nineteen year history has grown from what was originally introduced as a twelve page mail order brochure to a chain which currently has 38 UK stores open today, alongside a highly popular website and catalogue.

A trip to the gorgeous lifestyle store on Smythson Street, London is always a treat - offering everything from the award-winning and luxurious bed linen & towels to beautiful white wooden coat hangers & candles to furniture & clothing.

The White Company is a one stop shop for me; from tablewear, glasswear, egyptian cotton towels, lighting, mirrors, kitchen accessories and home storage its - easy to create a classic and luxurious look with the quality products on offer. Presents for friends & family are also often White Company goodies, heart shaped plates, Seyshells candles and towels are always firm favourites! The gift wrapped white parcels with grey ribbons & bows are delightful.

Have you discovered The White Company? Try their Outdoor Living range, perfect for a chic summer barbeque or relaxing in the garden on lazy Sundays..

Rachel x