Monochrome never goes out of style and in my opinion always looks chic.
Black is not the most obvious colour for Spring. I continue to love this years array of bright hues, especially the cool pinks and blues. I might even try a soft yellow. Perhaps these new “brights” are not to your taste.
What to do when you have a wardrobe full of your favourite dark neutrals. You could always go monochrome.
Black is eternal and in my opinion never truly disappears from our wardrobes. If black does not suit you try substituting navy, brown or grey for a “monochrome look”.
ABOVE I AM WEARING:
Black leather coat Mango // Cream lace black blouse Finery (UK) Black ponte trousers with leather side panels bought in France (similar).
I know I know my hair is a bit short. I let my newfound hairdresser in St. Tropez get a bit too creative. I think I prefer it with a little more length. The good thing about hair is that it grows, mine particularly fast. It is now a few centimetres longer and more to my liking. I might go back to this shorter style for the summer months.
The cream shirt I am wearing under my black leather coat is from FineryUK. I love the lacey swing back. My string of pearls and two pearl earrings are both from one of my favourite jewellery brands Claudia Bradby.
SHOP MONOCHROME:
If you are a lover of colour I have recently featured a wide selection of bright seasonal tones. Check out my shop to see more.
All photos taken at Chiswick House. Not far from the centre of London. Beautiful grounds and gardens. Well worth a visit. Photographer Laura Hines. Follow her on Instagram.
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I absolutely love your new haircut!
Love love your new hairstyle, very current and flattering on you
I think I like your messy bob best but , with your thick hair you can wear most styles well . My hairdresser laughed when I asked if a messy bob would suit me . She said it would be a full time job for me with my fine hair & would just flop . Ah well , at least she's honest .
Love the lighter bangs, lovely haircut. The white blouse is beautiful, so different. This Spring I might even get out of my T-shirts !
I love your new short cut. I think it looks great!
You look lovely! I love the hair - it really suits you, makes you look even younger.
Love the hair-very contemporary & flattering!
Thank you for all your feedback on my new haircut. Not sure my husband agrees. What is it with men they always seem to like longer hair!
You are an independent woman with a great fashion and style blog .... I think your new haircut is great and very contemporary . I think it could go even shorter ...hiusbands are funny and sometimes just don't get it ...!
I love your hair too, it really suits you. It's very flattering indeed.
Love the hair, think it really suits you. Very chic.
Actually I love your new haircut too!