Tobi Warm Nights Bell Sleeve Sweater Dress / Primark Black Skinny Jeans / Handmade Faux Fur Jacket / Blonde + Blonde Lace Up Block Heel Boots / Curiology Necklace

Charles and I decided to brave the snowy, cold ‘Beast from the East’ yesterday and have a date day, starting with breakfast at our favourite local bakery, followed by a trip to the cinema to see Black Panther (which I highly recommend, by the way).  I wanted to wear something nice for our day out, but also stay warm, and I think this gorgeous sweater dress from Tobi is the right blend of both!  I absolutely adore the aesthetic of the bell sleeves and high neck, and it’s just so cosy.

I teamed the sweater dress with a trusty pair of black Primark skinny jeans (which come in a 34″ leg for all you fellow tall girls out there), and my Blonde + Blonde boots.  The block heel means they were really easy to walk in in the snow, but looked a little more ‘dressed up’ than my usual Dr Martens.

To finish the outfit I added one of my many Curiology necklaces, and a faux fur jacket (handmade by my mum!)

Tobi Checkmate Plaid Shift Dress / Primark Black Leggings / Sam Ryde Onyx Moon Pendant / Primark Nail Polish in ‘Rock Your World’ / Alexander McQueen Book by Claire Wilcox

When we got back from our day out we wanted to cosy down in the house with Netflix and some good books, so I changed into something slightly more casual.  This plaid shift dress is also from Tobi and is so loose and comfortable – perfect for lazing around the house in, but would also look amazing dressed up with a pair of skinnies and some heels.  I’ve been obsessed with red and black plaid ever since I saw Alexander McQueen’s Savage Beauty exhibition at the V&A in London, so I’m definitely going to get a lot of wear out of this piece.

Naomi x

Tobi Concrete City Oversized Hoodie / Primark Plaid Leggings / Primark Bobble Hat / Dr Martens Hazil Virginia Boots / Shop Dixi Willow Magick Gothic Ring / Handmade Spinner Ring

It’s getting to that time of year in the UK where one minute it feels like Spring is on the way, and the next you’re in the middle of a snow shower!  That’s what happened on the day the photos above were taken (as you can see from the second one…)

Of course, the best way to tackle this is by layering, and this outfit did just the job.  The oversized hoodie is from a US clothing website I discovered recently called Tobi, who also ship to the UK.  The hoodie is big enough that it’s great for snuggling up in at home, but can also be layered up for an outdoor look which is cold-proof and comfortable.  I can tell this is going to become a wardrobe staple of mine.

A hilly walk also called for some thick leggings and a pair of boots, so I teamed this with my favourite Dr Martens – the trusty Hazil Virginias.  I’ve had these for a couple of years now and they’re still going strong, and were probably the easiest pair to break in.  I’d highly recommend them and they’re currently in the sale, so grab them for cheap whilst you still can!

Naomi x