Keeping it Cropped with Hannah Dorman

Jumper: New Look
Trousers: TopShop
Boots: New Look

It's cold now. Like really cold. So this is a weird moment to be promoting cropped trousers...but nevertheless that's what I'm about to do. Apologies to the lovely Hannah Dorman, who had to endure a whole day of freezing ankles during our shoot; but it was clearly all worth it, because she looks great.

My favourite trend at the moment is the cropped cigarette trouser paired with an oversized knitwear piece and chunky boots. It's easy to throw on, looks pretty cool and at least your top half will be warm...I'd seriously recommend investing in some thick socks for this one. If you don't mind risking numb ankles, this might just be the look for you. It works really well with big winter coats, so that's a bonus!

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Hannah xx

P.s if you like Hannah's makeup, check out her tutorial here

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Knitwear

Jumper: Beyond Retro, Brighton
Jeans: Plenty, at Urban Outfitters
Choker: Urban Outfitters
Necklace: Urban Outfitters 

Amazingly, I am not all in black. I haven't gone as far as wearing bright colours, but you've got to start somewhere.

I love a good vintage knit, and the Autumn/Winter season is the perfect time to bring them out in all their patterned glory. As a little twist, I'm trying out a cropped knit from Beyond Retro in Brighton. I really like the style, it works brilliantly with high waisted jeans to create a casual look that's perfect for the chillier days. Plus, the slight shapelessness gives a sort of Nineties vibe, which, as you're probably more than aware, is a key look at the moment.

I'm probably jumping on the bandwagon a little early, but chunky knitwear is always a staple for Autumn/Winter. The styles tend to remain relatively constant from year to year - a slightly offbeat pattern and a cable knit design are pretty much all you need for the look. And there's no need for it to be expensive. You can grab them from vintage shops, charity shops or even just your dad's wardrobe from the 70s.

I'm so looking forward to stocking up on these knits, they're just easy to throw on and wrap up. I'm especially loving the high-neck styles that are coming in at the moment, they add an element of chic to an otherwise casual style.

Jumper: ASOS

But it's definitely too early for the full-on christmas jumper, September is not the time to start dressing like our pal Colin...

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