How to Style Statement Jewellery

 I make some big statement pieces. But how do you style them? Do you love a statement piece but are afraid to? Fear, not this little blog post will help and give inspiration around styling statement pieces for all occasions.

Day Outfit:

So here is a day outfit for your casual running errands and what ever you do in a day. A simple black tee this one is cropped but doesn't need to be, with a pair of light wash Mom jeans. So for this I have paired it a statement necklace with a bold and sparkly print. With this I have added a simple and understated matching earring to keep it daytime. Then to finish off a pair of block heels or white Converse. Depending on what your day has in store! I think this is a really fun way to rock a statement necklace. It keeps the focus on the necklace with the understated outfit and also isn't too over top.

Evening:

For the evening look if you want to style statement jewellery. I would pull out your little back dress. And then deiced on a colour pop. For this I have chosen purple. Purple heel with a statement necklace. Unlike the day outfit I think a statement earring is also in order. Hair up and a beautiful and bold earring. Here any of the earring or necklace combinations could work to make a fabulous outfit.

I hoped this helped and gives you a little inspiration! But at the end of day there are no rules or rights or wrong. Jewellery is to be enjoyed and you can wear it however and whenever you want! You do you.

Stitch Featival

On Thursday I took a trip to London to visit the Stitch Festival a place full of inspirational sewing and crafting ideas. 
I started the Alda you with a talk by Esme Young a teacher at CSM and a judge on the Great British Sewing Bee. She talked about her life and career in the fashion industry and it was so interesting and inspiring. There was small exhibit with some examples of her work which were amazing to look at too!

Then after a bite to eat I took my time wondering around all of the stalls selling beautiful fabrics, fascinating sewing machines and so much more. There were lots of demonstrations to watch and to learn from too!  I could of spent a fortune the stunning fabrics but I managed to resist. 

The one thing I could not resist was a stand demonstrating how to create marble art it room my imagination and fascinated me so much I had to buy a kit and try it out for myself. Look out for that probably on my art page. 

Overall it was a fun, inspiring and educational day and I would definitely recommend! 

Don’t forget to check out my Store too for some handmade art and Cards! 
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Cute Cardies

Cardigans the item your nan knitted you, the itchy one you had to where to school. But now thats all changed....
While shopping yesterday the stores are flooded with the cutest cardies. So chic and easy to style.

Pick the cardi of your choice go baggy for a laid back look or tight so a more causaly sophisticated look, and then grabs those easy jeans and pair of boots or trainers. Job done!
No need for a top just a button it up or if your prone to a chill throw on a cami or bralette underneath the easiest comfy and chic outfit these spring! And there are so many choices here are some of my favourite! 

Don't forget to check out my online store for beautiful handmade joys like cards and art! 

Abby's Art Atelier 

Topshop

How to Sew Inseam Pockets

I love to sew and as I was sewing a piece for my online store (Abbys Art Atelier) I thought I would share how to sew a inseam pockets.  You will need some sewing experience and a skirt or trouser pattern cut and sewn with the dart if required are in and no further.


1. 
Once you have your skirt or trouser sew the pocket bag to the side seam of the skirt where the pattern has notched where it should be placed. And repeat this on the side of both front pieces and and back pieces if required on both sides if not just one back and one front. 

Christmas in London: Zandra Rhodes 50 Years of Fabulous Exhibition and Selfridges Windows

A couple of days ago I spent a lovely Christmassy day in London. Starting off with the Fashion and Textile's Exhibition of Zandra Rhodes 50 Years of Fabulous.  And ended with a spot of shopping and the exhibition was amazing, Zandra Rhodes design throughout the years she specialised in print design and I loved the vibrant colours and how she evolved through the times.
I took lot's of photos but these were some of my favourite.

Then oxford street to look at this years Christmas Windows. The theme was suture Fairy Tales and they were as usual stunning.


And as usual don't forget to check out my beautiful website full on handmade goodness! 
abbysartatelier.co.uk

Christmas Sparkle

At this time of year there is nothing I like more than rocking a sparkle or sequin top skirt or dress. And this year did not disappoint there are some beautiful pieces on the high street. So here are some of my favourites...

Don't forget to checkout my beautiful new website for Handmade Christmas cards and handmade fashion! 
http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Topshop:

I like this simple cami I love the subtle pattern in the sequins, wear it with a pair skinny jeans and a cute jacket job done!

Handmade Fashion

I love high street and designer clothes don't get me wrong, I love me a bit of Topshop which if you read my blogpost you will know it's my go to fashion inspiration for my posts. 
But as I embark in starting my own little business trying to sell my designs online I know how hard it is to get noticed from the big stores but also how much time, love and passion goes into each piece which is handmade by someone. But also high street although fabulous, is massed produced many people will be wearing, which could led to an awkward situation where you turn up to work or party and your are wearing the same thing as three other people! Wearing a handmade item will give you good chance of looking unique and will be giving people outfit envy! 

Links:

Earrings  Necklace  Purse  Dress  Bag    Boots

Winter Weddings

When you get an invite to a wedding in the summer flippy skirts and cute pastel colours jump through your mind. But what do you wear when the invite says November, December, January or February?

Well fear not here is a few ideas of what you can wear at a winter wedding while keeping warm but most importantly stylish! 

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Suit Up!

I am absolutely in love with the range of chic suits that Zara a currently stocking. Making a statement with amazing colours interesting cuts to suit every style and body shape.  What I love about a female power suit is that you can rock it your way.  Go classic and wear it with a simple white chiffon blouse and a pair of black stilettos and wear it to work. 
Or for an everyday or evening look wear it shirtless and fancy bralette underneath or if your really brave nothing at all!  And for accessories keep it simple a basic clutch bag or small handbag and maybe a pair of basic hoop earrings.
Don't forget to check out my brand new store either click the "Store" tab on the nav bar or follow the link: http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Fashion In Motion: Guo Pei

I was so excited today to go to another Victoria and Albert Fashion In Motion Fashion Show. 
This was couturier Guo Pei first fashion show in the UK and wow it was amazing! Her grow inspired dress were flawless her embellishments sparkled as they models slowly drifted down the runway.  Not the kind of fashion you would were down the shops but a beautiful and stunning display of creativity and craftsmanship. 

Guo Pei is a sustainable and environmentally aware designer using materials that derive from pineapples.  

Oh and don't forget to check out my beautiful brand new website for creative handmade products:
http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Winter Florals

So the days are getting colder and the nights darker so there is nothing to cheer up a dark day like a beautiful winter floral. Darker but not any less stunning or feminine than a summer floral. Keep warm with a scarf and a pair of cosy boots and an oversized bag or comfy backpack to create a chic winter outfit.


And don't forget to check out my new store for handmade fashion and art, by clicking the store button or by going to: http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Killing Eve: The Outfits

A couple of weeks ago I went to the BAFTA café to see some of the amazing Killing Eve outfits. Its free and definitely worth a look if your in the area though I don't recommend going there specially as it is very small and spoiler alert the pictures below are all the outfits featured. 

My favourite was obviously in infamous Molly Goddard pink tulle dress which is just as amazing in real life. But I also though the Dres Von Noten tailored suit was just fabulous and amazing too!  It was pretty amazing to see the designer pieces and knowing the story behind them!

And don't forget to check out my new store for handmade fashion and art, by clicking the store button or by going to: http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Sassing Up a Skirt

It's winter, it's cold, dark and yes probably raining! 
So there is nothing like trying to remember those warm sunny days like a bright skirt. And this season there is no short supply. 

The skirts are fabulous, so sass up a summery skirt with a chunky jumper and a pair of grungy boots or a casual tee and leather jacket. I have picked out my favourite midi skirts from Topshop, with Topshop boots, jackets and tees, and to bring the price down bags form primark! 

I have sassed them up so you don't have too. Step out in style even on those dark and dreary days! 
I particularly like the red a black skirt a colour pallet that is big this season, or even the cute floral one the outfit gives it that cool girl edge.

And don't forget to check out my new store for handmade fashion and art, by clicking the store button or by going to: http://abbysartatelier.co.uk

Fashion in Motion: A Preen Fashion Show, A Day at the Victoria and Albert

Today was another amazing day at the Victoria and Albert, front row and ready for it to begin. Preen's amazing designs dazzled and sparkled down the runway. With flirty florals and fluffy feathers. 
The pieces were amazing, with so many subtle and not so subtle detailing.  The show as usual was just so amazing. My favourite was a pencil skirt with sparkly embellishment and blue appliqué dress.