Reduce your wardrobe, but stay stylish.

I have a real big neat freak problem but really try to keep my wardrobe flexible for all occasions. I like to go through my wardrobe/drawers every so often have a clear out.

If you currently have an over packed wardrobe, always seem to have 'nothing to wear' even though you're always shopping I urge you to go through you stuff twice a year and throw out things you haven't worn in over a year, that do not fit, with tags still on and things that are damaged.

Stop holding onto things that are blocking you from using the rest of your wardrobe. 

If they are pricey item consider selling them online or to friends/family.


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The money I would usually put aside for new clothes monthly I am going to save and i'll treat myself to something worth it for my birthday and christmas every year.

Trying to stay 'on trend' will only end up costing the world in clothes that will end up thrown away or still with the tags on.. So I want to start living more minimal when it comes to clothes and invest in more key luxury pieces.

It is better to invest in designer accessories than clothes (with an exception to maybe leather jackets) so a good pair of heels, designer bag or a good item of jewellery will outlast any random dress or t-shirt.

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So I will give you some tips on a good place to start for a good mix of clothes for all occasions and some tips on how you can make a good mixture of outfits with them.

This is my opinion of what I could live with if I had to get rid of most of my clothes forever with a combination of these items I can dress for work, to lunch and to run errands.

So the key items are:

• Thick strapped vest tops: Black, white & Grey (and a Khaki or Nude)

• A longline blazer : Black and White.

• Leather jacket : Black.

• Long duster coat : Nude or Pink.

• Black skinny jean : Black.

• Denim ripped jean : Blue and/or Grey.

• Dress shirt : White.

• A good midi LBD.

• A boob tube midi dress : Black and Nude or Khaki. 

• A good pair of shoes : Black and Nude.

• A statement necklace : Gold or Pewter.

• A Clutch bag : Black or a pop of colour.

• A Good lipstick : Red and Nude

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We all know we are gonna end up buying something every now and then. If you want to expand your closet further but keep to the minimal life you can try:

• Adding some colour with a bright or patterned blazer. 

• Swap a vest for a short sleeve t shirt for winter. 

• Make an plain outfit stand out with a bright clutch bag and shoes combination.

• Try a band t shirt or shirt with a small graphic on for a more relaxed look.

• Experiment with jewellery, hats, lip colours and hairstyles.

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Shoes: I have been investing in barely there heels but in a range of different colours, just to change an outfit up easily. I plan to get myself a pair of Louboutin Fifi in black for my birthday because I love the nude ones so much for a closed toe shoe option.

One good pair of trainers is great to throw in the mix so a pair of white converse or adidas superstars are great for a minimal wardrobe.

Vests: I always get my basics vests from Primark or H&M because I find higher end vests tend to get loose after a few washes and just don't sit well on the body. I opt for thick strap vest as I can wear a good bra under it without unsightly bra straps on show which is not a good look ladies. I keep the thin strap ones for under things or bedtime.

Lipsticks: My go to colours are MAC Modesty or Velvet teddy for a nude & Riri Woo or Chilli for a red. 

Jeans: The best jeans I have found so far are Joni or Leigh jeans by TopShop. I love that they stretch and they do the in 3 leg lengths. They do cost around £36-38 each but they are so worth it.

Tube Dress: Tube dresses are great thing to have because you can wear them as a dress, as a maxi skirt or as midi skirt by putting a top over it. 

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(prices and details correct at time of publishing. This is not a sponsored post)

Melody Ehsani Jewellery

I stumbled across Melody Ehsani a few years ago when I was looking for Stussy t shirts and things of that nature on KarmaLoop. Born and Raised in LA Ehsani had dropped out of law school to pursue her love of design and I for one am glad she did.

I love when I hear a story of a woman who decided to follow her dream against the odds, it goes to show that you are in charge of your own destiny.

 I loved the use of gold and bright colours and originally was lusting after the perspex gun ring but I just never got round to purchasing one.

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So when black Friday came around I decided to "carpe diem" and treat myself as I would save abit of money shipping them to the UK.

My items took a few weeks to come as I had ordered a customised item but I was kept informed of the progress throughout. When they came I instantly (well) noticed the beautiful box, it's a shame customs stick a big azz sticker over everything and ruin it so I had to peel it off to show you guys. Even the tape used to pack the box is fabulous, I'm such a sucker for little touches like this.

I opened it to find a postcard with an empowering message, always a bonus. The items were in a dust bag and had one box each which is great because alot of company's just cram all your stuff into one box which is not what you want when it comes to jewellery. I adore the turquoise blue with the gold detailing.

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I decided to go for a 'Custom name plate necklace' $48 and these cute 'Caged diamond hoops' $30 (currently on sale for $20). I had seen the diamond hoops on Angela Simmons a while ago and decided that I needed them.

So when black Friday came around I decided to carpe diem and get them as I would save abit of money shipping them to the UK.

Available at MelodyEhsani.com

Her store in LA is literally my dream home in a shop, the furniture is very edgy and unique.I plan to go to LA for my 30th birthday (the less said about that the better) while I am there I will get a picture of the infamous wings and will definitely be blogging my experience.

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(prices and details correct at time of publishing. This is not a sponsored post)