02/01/2015

we never go out of style

02/01/2015


Kimono: Urban Outfitters
Scarf: Tillets, Cleethorps
Bodycon dress: Missguided

HAPPY 2015!!!
I'm back in Cardiff now after a lovely Christmas break back home in Cheshire. In fact, as I type this, I've just finished day one of my new job! How's that for "new year, new start"?

Sorry for the slightly grainy quality on this shoot - we get so few hours of daylight at the moment it's hard to get enough natural light to work with! I wore this outfit for a day of meeting up with old friends (with a coat over the top when I had to brave the cold, of course). I'm absolutely in love with this kimono, which I found in an Urban Outfitter sale back in October. At the time, I didn't think I'd get much wear out of it until next summer, so I'm glad I managed to layer it up for winter!

This scarf is exactly what I needed for these cold winter months - drape over shoulders for extra warmth! It was a Christmas present, which I discovered was from a lovely small retailer called Tilletts, based in Lincolnshire. This made me love it even more, as it feels that little bit more unique! It's also super soft, and I can't resist a good plaid print.

Clashing prints is always tricky to get right, but I think (or hope) I've pulled it off on this occasion! I think the key here is that the print on the kimono is so delicate, whereas the plaid of the scarf is chunky enough to strike a good contrast. Paired with plenty of jewellery, the result is a cosy winter boho look (score!)

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37 comments :

  1. The Style Rawr2 January 2015 at 20:33

    Such a cute combo, that scarf is gorrrrrgeous!! :)

    Tara x

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  2. ChocolateFashionCoffee2 January 2015 at 22:03

    just love the scarf! :) Happy New Year!



    Saci
    ChocolateFashionCoffee
    ChocolateFashionCoffee Facebook Page

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  3. eDina2 January 2015 at 22:07

    Nice scarf, want it! :)

    Printed or Plain

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  4. Annabel B2 January 2015 at 23:33

    You look gorgeous, and I hope the first day of the new job went well!

    Annabel ♥
    Mascara & Maltesers

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    1. Helen Griffiths7 January 2015 at 23:34

      N'aw thank you! I'm settling in nicely to the job now :)

      Helen uhhelsyeah.blogspot.co.uk xx

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  5. mane untame3 January 2015 at 04:02

    So awesome about that new job! I love the delicate print with the more chunky tartan print and I would have loved to see the outfit with the coat (I will never get enough of winter coats). I definitely need to get one of those cozy scarves for myself so that I can brave this crazy cold season.

    ManeUntame

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    1. Helen Griffiths7 January 2015 at 23:38

      Thanks for the feedback! I'll try to include coats in some future posts then :) xx

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  6. darcey3 January 2015 at 05:08

    Yay happy 2015 to you too. I hope it's a good one. Very funky outfit swell, you look so gorgeous. xx

    yecrad.com

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    1. Helen Griffiths7 January 2015 at 23:45

      Haha thanks Darcey! Here's to a great 2015! xx

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  7. Michelle Pan3 January 2015 at 07:19

    Gorgeous! I love that scarf :) Happy new year!

    — Michelle | MXP STYLE

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  8. Federica Fila3 January 2015 at 11:18

    you look amazing<3

    THE WALKING FASHION

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  9. Yaroslava3 January 2015 at 12:41

    So cheerful smile!)) Happy New Year!

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  10. salome matsaberidze3 January 2015 at 16:50

    cool combo , Love your scarf ... happy new year dear
    check out my blog

    http://thefashionsateen.wordpress.com/

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 19:40

      Thank you! :) I'll definitely check out your blog! xx

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  11. casuallyawkward4 January 2015 at 02:03

    you look stunning

    wishing you a lovely 2015 x

    Stefanie | Casualllyawkward | Bloglovin

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 19:41

      N'aww thank you, hope you have a lovely year too! xx

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  12. Deborah4 January 2015 at 02:06

    Congrats on your first day of work! That's exciting!
    I can't get over how cute your scarf is - that looks so cozy and very on-trend!

    xo Deborah
    Coffee, Prose, and Pretty Clothes

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 19:49

      Thanks Deborah! :) Ah the scarf is so cosy, it's been a saviour during the stormy weather we've been having recently! xx

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  13. Corinne4 January 2015 at 09:52

    I was just going to say I actually like the grainy photos, it suits the boho style with the poncho and scarf :)

    Good luck with the new job :)

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 19:51

      Aw thank you! Maybe I should've pretended it was intentional then haha ;) xx

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  14. Svetlana Renkasovskaya5 January 2015 at 11:55

    Your blog is amazing
    I'm following you now
    Follow me back on http://sugary-lime.blogspot.ru/
    and http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/9057599
    Happy New Year ♥
    xoxo
    Svetlana

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 19:53

      Thanks lovely, I'll check out your blog now :) xx

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  15. Amy Liddell5 January 2015 at 17:38

    You look absolutely gorgeous I love everything about this!

    www.saltandchic.com // UK Fashion Blog

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  16. Vicky5 January 2015 at 23:41

    Congrats on the new job! I love the mixture of patterns of this outfit.
    I know what you mean about blogging in the dark weather!
    xx
    thedaisyjaynes.com

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    1. Helen Griffiths14 January 2015 at 20:01

      Thank you! :) Yeah winter's the worst for blogging, especially now that I'm out of the house 9-5.30 so it's dark before and after! xx

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  17. India Benjamin6 January 2015 at 21:16

    This is such a gorgeous look, I am in love with the scarf! Congratulations on the new job!

    India / Touchscreens & Beautyqueens

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  18. Laura Deboel9 January 2015 at 19:16

    Thank you so much for the lovely comment on my blog, Helen!
    I really love kimonos, they are so versatile and perfect for layering up in winter.
    You pulled off the mixed prints really well!

    x
    http://bohomantic.blogspot.be/

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  19. Suki and the City15 January 2015 at 00:06

    Such a nice scarf! xx

    Suki and the City

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