Autumn Fashion Wishlist

For the first time ever in my life, I am getting excited about Autumn. I am usually a Summer girl through and through; I love the beach and the sun and holidays and ice creams, and I absolutely dread the onslaught of cold, wet weather. However, this year, I'm surprisingly excited for it, and I genuinely think that has to do with AW14 fashion trends.

Last year I found it quite difficult to adapt the AW trends to my personal style. It involved really chunky boots and lots of dull colours and really baggy, oversized things. However this year, every time I go to the shops I have to physically restrain myself from buying everything in sight. That's why I thought I'd put together a few things on my September fashion wish list to tempt you too!

I wanted a camel coloured coat last year, but couldn't find the perfect one. However now I think I have - I like simple, unfussy coats, and this one from Dorothy Perkins is classic and also looks really snuggly. I also think because it's so versatile you can wear it with loads of different styles.

I have been craving some leopard print pumps for a while, and these ones from Dune are gorgeous, albeit a bit on the pricey side. I'm not one to wear a lot of prints, so I think these will add the perfect 'edge' to any casual weekend outfit.

Every Winter a girl needs a new pair of boots. I've already bought some beautiful black ones from H&M for £24.99 (bargain) but wanted some beige/brown coloured ones for wearing with blue jeans. I love the shape of these ones from H by Hudson, and they're an alternative to the Ash Jalouse boots which I can't seem to find in stock anywhere!

I live in Topshop jeans and am always adding to my collection. Next on my list are the vintage blue ripped Jamie jeans. Classic, but with a modern edge. Plus they fit like a dream.

Even on days when I'm not at work, I still love to dress smartly. Therefore, I love blouses which can be paired with smart trousers/skirts for work, but look equally as chic with jeans and boots. Perfect.

Lastly, I've had my eye on this Larsson and Jennings gold watch for a while. I absolutely adore my Daniel Wellington, but I quite fancy an all metal watch (gold all the way). I don't think the price is too unreasonable, and I quite like that the brand isn't ridiculously well-known.

What's on your wishlist? I'd love to know!

Thoughtful Thursday: SEXISM - It's A Two Way Street

This week, Emma Watson (or the 'silly little Harry Potter girl' as she called herself) took to the podium at a UN conference to present the 'Heforshe' campaign. The campaign aims to target men, and encourages them to support and advocate feminism. Not feminism in a form which is pro-woman and anti-man, but feminism which recognizes that all humans are equal, and therefore all women should be treated equally, with no gender perceived better than the other. Rather than most campaigns of its kind, it targets men to make the difference, rather than only aiming to evoke 'empowerment' in women. It's revolutionary; aiming to address and resolve the problem of gender inequality, rather than only helping women to 'cope' with the problem.

Long time no speak...

Slap on the wrist, I've done it again. I've managed to go well over a month without one single post on LBL. My apologies for that, but I promise that usual habits will (hopefully) resume from now and everything will be back up and running a little more regularly.