MILFIN MONDAY | Jourdann Dunn

Super model, fashionista, philanthropist and one not to bite her tongue, Miss Dunn is a force to be reckoned with. The beautiful mum of Riley has been strutting the catwalk since 2007 and with New York fashion week in full gear, we are sure to see a lot more of her face. 

With many notable campaigns underneath her belt, including maybelline, Burberry, Liu.jo, and H&M to name a few, she is the fashion worlds chameleon that transforms herself time and time again. Not to mention the sprinkle of Vogue covers and I-D covers she has racked up, being the first black model to appear solo on a vogue cover, Jourdann  is pushing the envelope and trailblazing for diversity in the fashion industry. A noted face of British fashion she was given the honor of also walking amongst Naomi and Kate at the London Olympics opening in 2012.

Having won model of the year award previously in 2008 and just recently in 2015 at the British Fashion Awards, proves that Jourdann is going nowhere for quite a while, and that she is still highly coveted by all the big fashion brands, she has what most models desire, longevity. 

The one unknown thing about her,  is her philanthropist work, her ambassador work  for sickle cell disease association for which she runs an annual event to raise money. Her affiliation with the charity has a personal touch as her son suffers with sickle cell. Talking of this she has mentioned the helplessness she feels when he is in pain during a crisis. It's a testament to her character as she appears bubbly and outgoing, with a cracking sense of humour. 

In between her catwalk shows and motherhood she also finds time to run a  blog series called "Well Dunn", showcasing her cooking skills with model friends galore. She became my mum crush, when she epically shut down lily Allen for calling her child ugly, and she did unapologetically, and called out VS for not casting her in their catwalk last year, when it was rumored she was dropped by Victoria's Secret to be replaced by Kendall Jenner, which most were sure was due to nothing but nepotism. 

Her off duty look is fearless bold and practical, and her latest campaign with marks and spencer lil Lon Dunn clothing line for young children in which it features her son illustrated that she is not slowing down any time soon. A true example of - who said you cannot have it all? Bold, feisty and unapologetic, I don't think we are quite done with Miss Dunn. 

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BIKER JACKETS AND PERSPEX HEELS

I have seen these heels everywhere, and I couldn't wait for my delivery to arrive. I was a little skeptical at first because the Perspex, the patent, basically the understated yet over the top heels,  you know, were giving me Julia Roberts in pretty woman standing on the street vibes.The trick was to play down the cheekiness of the shoe, with some monochrome and a touch of khaki. 

One thing, although cute and striking, these shoes literally stick to your skin so it's very difficult wearing them with jeans as the zip will not do up easily over jeans, so next time I will try them with tights and a skirt. 

The weather has been very temperamental, as always in England so it was nice to be able to put on a light jacket. I opted for this lovely faux suede biker jacket from missguided. I love the feel of this t-shirt very slinky but sustainable and at £7 I think I will stock up on a few more, because babies and white don't mix. 

Again a very minimalistic outfit, edged out with a touch of khaki and quirky heels. My palette and aesthetic is going through a transition as I am nearing the end of my 20's. I read a buzzfeed article which was a dagger to my heart, that basically told me it's no longer cool to shop where I shop for my age, bye bye forever 21 and urban outfitters lol time to hang up the ditzy prints and have a clean look. I will share an upcoming post on clearing out and updating my wardrobe soon. Hope you enjoyed this piece. What are the lovers getting up to over Valentine's weekend? 

What I'm wearing

Jacket 

Heels : sold out at missguided but similar here 

Black Jeans

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CAMEL TONES

Camel is here to stay and has even been added to the minimalists palette. It's not hard to understand why, it's such a lovely tone that can be added to the brightest or darkest tone as it adds an air of sophistication  you can't refute. 

If you don't own a camel coat then, seriously how are you even winning through winter, you have to add one now!!

This coat was released by missguided and is always restocked, as it sells out so quickly. The classic midi length, the colour hue and the pockets, it's easy to see why this has become a winter staple. 

I went matchy- matchy with this outfit by adding camel wide leg trousers and played it off with camel's sister, khaki. The bodysuit is perfect tone to bring out the colours and contrast. I loved the fit of the coat and how it contrasted against the wideness of the trousers.

Usually as I am petite, I stay away from wide leg trousers and prefer tapered,cigarette or peg trousers, but the heels married the pieces together, and gave me the height I needed to pull off such trousers. (Just be prepared to look as though you are floating.) I love the tassel details and was happy when I received these as a gift from my fiancée over Christmas, dare I say even impressed. I finished the look with this Chloe- esque bag from very which I loved so much I had to also purchase in navy. 

How do you feel about matching tones, and would you short ladies rock these trousers? 

What I'm Wearing 

Coat | Bodysuit | Trousers | Bag | Heels 

(ph. Rebecca Botin) 

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HAPPY NEW YEAR | YEAR OF ME

I usually have New Years resolutions I write them down in my notepad and at some point during the year I look to see how many I have actually, achieved...last year went terribly, so let's just not talk about it. On the other hand  it's prompted me to not really make any this year. Intrinsically I know the type of life I want to lead. 2015 has taught me many things but the one lesson that repeatedly stood out was to not think people have the same heart as I do, I think on a grand and small scale, my giving heart was taken advantage of and I've learnt to not be so trusting of people's intentions. 

I love life I'm an open book and I don't want others actions to ever alter my personality, but I have learnt to guard my heart and nurture it a little more, I have also learnt to achieve my goals quietly as others only want to know what they are to see you fail. Lol this all sounds so negative but I promise it's a positive in the fact that I've learnt more about others and how I can change my life so my happiness doesn't depend on anyone but myself. 

My resolution this year is to be selfish, to put myself first, to put my heart and trust my feelings and my gut first, to not feel bad about saying no, to know that saying yes to others leaves me at a loss. This is the year of me and this is the year I will not feel guilty about that. this suit outfit I think fits well with how i will power through 2016!

I hope everybody has had a great new year, and enjoys the weekend before returning to school and work. Do you make resolutions? 

Trousers | Blazer |  Shoes

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Bell Sleeves and Booties

Guiltily loving the weather and how warm it is even though it is currently December. I mean the fact that light biker jackets and no tights were needed for this outfit says a lot about global warming, but I'm not one to complain. I secretly love that the sun is still shining when it's nearly Christmas. Look at the sleeves on this dress, they certainly add a 70's edge. If you haven't noticed I'm all about simple outfits that look well thought out. 

Shift dresses are a godsend as they skim over those body parts you do not want to be hugged, and I love an over the knee boot. Black is my choice and these ones are so comfortable, I mentioned them in a previous post. I'm not one for faux fur as I think it looks too extravagent on me  but I love the faux fur accessories, this monochrome scarfs so warm and pulls the outfit together. Although the dress is printed I think the tones are quite muted and make for a great monochrome look. Definitely a fall/winter outfit I'll be wearing again and again.

Boots | Dress | Jacket | Scarf

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Feeling Grey

I love grey,  it's one of those colours that can be so chic. This maxi coat was an absolute steal and gift from my mum last year but as maxi's are still in fashion they are a few available to purchase. I am a sucker for air max, I think they are my favourite trainers after the rosher which are like affordable yeezy's. This is such a simple outfit but they are always my favourite, a throw on coat and dress with shoes I can do my mummy errands in. 

 

Coat | Trainers | Dress

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STYLE S.O.S | 23 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS| BLOGMAS

I'm sure my my kids think I am crazy, or if they don't yet they soon will. The morning school run almost makes me seem bipolar.. I go from screaming "I told you to put that jacket on!!" to "what are you excited about school today sweetie?". Theres something about rushing to get to school before the gate closes and your child is marked late that puts pressure on you  as a mum you suddenly become irrational, irate at the smallest detail.  Even something as insignificant as a button not being done correctly or why is your scarf not next to your hat. I have turned to counting up to ten mentally before having getting annoyed over spilled milk, literally!  I find it makes my mornings run smoother and my daughter doesn't go into school anxious. 

I think there is so much pressure on mums at times to not only look great themselves also ensure their child looks decent for schools, has all the bits and bobs Miss gave the kids to bring back into school, and goodness help us if we have another child to prepare for the cold in the morning. 

I like my converse aka chucks a little rugged I hate prestige white converse and admire those who can keep them that way. I think the shirt in picks up the red from the converse and who can't resist a parka jacket in this weather. Nice and practical outfit.

Dress | Flannel Shirt | Converse | Parka Jacket

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