Author: JoannaLovesStyle

AH Boutique (Anne Hudson Boutique) the home of gorgeous handmade, hand painted totes, shoppers/beach bags, make-up bags and sweats.

I received a couple of lovely gifts from Anne, including this fab pink and gold shopper. It’s great for the beach, gym, school run or general shopping. The foil is hand printed (gold, rose gold or silver) and you can also personalise them with your name or initials.

The make-up bags are also ideal for using as a clutch or toiletries bag, popping in your handbag with everyday essentials.

The LOVE jumper is super soft and a great addition to your school run uniform, just and jeans and trainers.

I’ve linked a few of my favourites below.

Shopper beach bag Pink £24 AHBOUTIQUE

Small stuff pouch Grey £5 AHBOUTIQUE

Grey Love jumper £25 AHBOUTIQUE

LOVE tote £8 AHBOUTIQUE

Star make-up bag £8.50 AHBOUTIQUE

Beach bag Tote £26 AHBOUTIQUE

Wishing you a lovely evening, Joanna x

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I thought I’d do a quick gift guide of a few things that caught my eye while browsing the internet today.

I’ve included a mix of gifts ranging from £20 to £95.

Gift box £24.99 OSCAR & CLARKE

Natural pink cashmere pashmina £95 SOMERVILLE SCARVES

Gin gift set £20 NOTANOTHERBILL

Porcelain rose print kimono £42 VERY UK

Molton Brown trio hand cream £25 HOUSE OF FRASER

Cashmere bed socks £36 THE WHITE COMPANY

Taittinger rose and two glasses £55 JOHN LEWIS

Shimmer soft dressing gown £20 MARKS & SPENCER

The Gigi cross body bag £95 AURORA LONDON

Gold initials mug £4.50 NEXT

Afternoon tea for two £37 NEXT

Lilou et Loïc hand wash and lotion £55 HOUSE OF FRASER

To the stars bracelet £24.99 BLAKE JEWELLERY

Navy stripe funnel neck knit £69 MINT VELVET

Estée Lauder Revitalize and glow gift set £55 DEBENHAMS

Flowers bath and body £26 THE WHITE COMPANY

Mama disc pendant £41 MIA LIA

Have a lovely evening, Joanna x

My favourite look and so easy to throw on when you don’t know what to wear. It always looks good and never goes out of fashion. A blazer, t-shirt, a pair of blue jeans and a court shoe or sling back, you get a quick smart/casual look.

I just love these shoes, a classic court £25.99 ZARA

My jeans are from H&M they are high waisted and frayed at the bottom. I have turned them up to make them more ankle length. They are £17.99 H&M

My blazer is a slightly longer length (which I like, it covers the bum) and comes with a belt, it’s £34.99 H&M

My t-shirt is no longer available so I’ve linked a few others below.

Deja Vu t-shirt £12.99 NEWLOOK

CK t-shirt £45 ASOS

Sequin detail t-shirt £26 RIVERISLAND

Feel good t-shirt £16 RIVERISLAND

Have a lovely evening, Joanna x

I’m loving this look at the minute, it makes a nice change from the usual jeans and tee uniform and by adding trainers it instantly dresses the suit down for an everyday casual/smart outfit choice.

My suit is old from H&M. The trousers I’ve had for over a year now and I just love the fit and style of them. The blazer actually comes with a belt, but I don’t really use it. (too faffy) My silver top is also old from Primark, I think it was £5 in sale! The silver star trainers are also old, they were from Florence & Fred last year and were the best £8 I spent!

I’ve had a little mooch around and linked up some suits, t-shirts and trainers. There is also an almost identical pair of my star trainers that I’ve linked below from Next.

Ankle crop trousers £19.99 ZARA

Basic blazer £29.99 ZARA

Ah revoir tee £49 JOHN LEWIS

Copeland trainers £149 AIR & GRACE

Cigarette trousers £19.99 HM

Black jacket £59.99 HM

Print t-shirt £12.99 HM

Star trainers £35 NEXT

Black skinny trousers £22 NEXT

Black signature suit jacket £120 NEXT

Side tie stripe top £14 NEXT

Lustre trainers £139 KURT GEIGER

Waisted blazer £110 ANDOTHERSTORIES

High waisted tapered trousers £79 ANDOTHERSTORIES

Heart print cotton t-shirt £17 ANDOTHERSTORIES

Adidas Stan Smith £75 ANDOTHERSTORIES

Ankle grazer £35 M&S

Double breasted blazer £69 M&S

Deja vu glitter tee £12.99 NEWLOOK

Black stripe-trainers £25 MISSGUIDED

Ruched sleeve blazer £69.99 MANGO

Straight suit trousers £29.99 MANGO

Beaded sweater £24.99 (reduced) MANGO

Contrast appliqué trainers £29.99 MANGO

Cigarette trousers £98 JIGSAW

Paris one button jacket £198 JIGSAW

Pink t-shirt £30 CALVIN KLEIN URBAN OUTFITTERS

CRU (pre-order) £179 AIR AND GRACE

Have a lovely day, Joanna x

I bought this polka dot dress in the autumn last year and I’m looking forward to wearing it again when it gets a bit warmer.

Polka dots are classy. They ooze sophistication and femininity. If you like my dress, I’ve linked some similar styles below along with a few other pieces that I would love to have in my wardrobe. I’ve got my eye on the polka dot kimono..

Polka dot dress £25 NASTY GAL

Spot t-shirt £5.99 ASOS

Polka dot blouse £36 SILKFRED

Polka dot ruffle dress £20 NASTY GAL

Polka dot wrap blouse £35 RIVERISLAND

Polka dot tea dress £30 ASOS

Polka dot wrap dress £59.99 MANGO

Polka dot jumper £69 JOHN LEWIS

Spot frill dress £49 OASIS

Spot coat £75 ASOS

Spot ruched dress £25 TOPSHOP

Ruffle polka dot print skirt £69 BIBA

Polka dot wrap front dress £30 ASOS

Printed top £32 (reduced) JOHN LEWIS

Jacquard weave dress £59.99 HM

Polka dot floral kimono £78 ANTHROPOLOGIE

Have a lovely evening, Joanna x

Florals are just gorgeous aren’t they? They give you an instant mood lift. This skirt caught my eye as I walked through H&M the other day and new I had to get a quick photo of it.

I think with red boots and a black polo neck jumper it will look fab. Put it with trainers and a t-shirt for the summer months, which will dress it down and look really chic.

If you’re looking for something with a floral print that’s not too whacky, I’ve linked up a few other pieces below.

Jersey crepe dress £24.99 H&M

Floral shirt £12.99 H&M

Floral skirt £29.99 H&M

Floral dress with zip £29.99 ZARA

Floral print kimono £39 TOPSHOP

Floral pleated midi £28 ASOS

Wrap maxi dress £79 ANDOTHERSTORIES

Bow floral dress £49.99 MANGO

Embroidered floral shoes £59.99 MANGO

Floral shirt £25.99 MANGO

Embroidered jumper £149 HUSH

Maxi rose print dress £55 SILKFRED

Black floral pencil skirt £40 RIVERISLAND

Mustard yellow kimono £65 RIVERISLAND

Teal blue print trousers £38 RIVERISLAND

Black floral print £24 DOROTHY PERKINS

Floral high neck top £17.99 ASOS

Floral dress £160 FRENCH CONNECTION

Have a lovely evening, Joanna x

White Coat from NEWLOOK (sold out online) I’ve linked similar below

White coat £89.99 MANGO

Beige coat £75 ASOS

Oversized textured coat £110 TOPSHOP

Wool blend coat £79.99 H&M

Floral top £22.99 LIVIASBOUTIQUE

Red sling backs from PRIMARK Similar styles linked below

Red sling backs £70 DUNE

Suede sling backs £59 DEBENHAMS

Roll on spring ladies!

Image ZARA

Mustard, yellow or ochre, It’s a colour I’ve never really worn until recently. It seems to be dominating the high street at the minute and I think it’s going to be around for a while.

Its not everyone’s cup of tea, however you could always try a few accessories. A bag, shoes, scarf or some tassel earrings would be a great way to introduce it into your wardrobe. I love this pop of colour with an all black outfit.

I’ve linked my outfit today or similar below along with some other high street finds..

Mustard jumper £59 TULCHAN

Faux leather skirt £34 OASIS

Leopard print belt £14 TOPSHOP

Cross body bag £25.99 ZARA

Soft feel scarf £19.99 ZARA

Mustard lace top £17.99 NEWLOOK

Ochre sling backs £38 NEXT

Mustard tassels earrings £12 RIVERISLAND

Cardigan £32 ASOS

Mustard court £19.99 NEWLOOK

Boucle coat £85 TOPSHOP

Ochre blouse £69 AND/OR JOHN LEWIS

Leather biker jacket £59.99 (reduced) MANGO

Etta ankle boots £130 BODEN

Mustard camisole £14 RIVER ISLAND

Mustard suedette belt £9.99 NEWLOOK

Mustard pleated skirt £30 ASOS

Beautiful dress £125 (reduced) WHISTLES

Soft finish trench £69.99 MANGO

Roll neck £22 ASOS

Have a lovely day, Joanna x

Nothing beats a classic white shirt, jeans and loafers. It’s one of my all time favourite looks.

Throw on a black or navy coat and your good to go! You can always add a pop of colour, a scarf or handbag and it’s such an easy outfit to put together and a great way to mix designer and high street brands.

I’ve linked a few pieces below that I’m wearing (or similar) so you can steal my style..

Designer inspired shirt £40 (reduced to £36) KITTY ROSE BOUTIQUE

Masculine coat £89.99 MANGO

Wrap over coat £49.99 H&M

Mid wash slim fit Casey jeans £42 RIVER ISLAND

Slim ankle high Jeans £34.99 H&M

Destiny trim loafers £69 OFFICE SHOES

Saddle trim loafers £75 DUNE

Gucci marmont £885 GUCCI

Quilted handbag £295 KATE SPADE

Double circle belt £4.99 H&M

Have a great Friday! Joanna x

The trainer has become a huge fashion must have for any woman’s wardrobe. There are so many to choose from I could literally buy every pair! I’ve had these star trainers (pictured above) since last year and they were such a bargain at £8!

I’ve done a little round up of some not so boring white trainers that will brighten up any pair of jeans and tee.

The prices range from £29.99 to £440. All linked below..

Dinosaur sneakers £225 RUSSELL & BROMLEY

Red lip/star trainers £139 KURT GEIGER

Printed trainers £39.99 ZARA

Red snake print £29.99 (reduced) MANGO

Silver Star trainers £52 OFFICE

Metallic heel trainers £19.99 H&M

Luxury low top sneaker £195 RUSSELL & BROMLEY

Star lace up sneakers £79 &OTHERSTORIES

Veja trainers £99 LA REDOUTE

Ace embroidered sneakers £440 GUCCI

Faux fur trainers £17.98 (reduced) ALDO

Ludo trainers £149 KURT GEIGER

Miss KG £59 KURT GEIGER

LAX trainers £139 KURT GEIGER

Hope you have a lovely day, Joanna x