Isabel Marant Daevel Boot

Daevel boot by Isabel Marant 

For me, black boots have always been the hardest thing to buy. I have always wanted the perfect pair that are simple but elegant, but I never really seem to manage to find the right style. It was just by chance that the other day I decided to pop into the Isabel Marant boutique in Bruton Street for some afternoon inspiration. I had spent all day at uni and felt I needed a bit of an uplift, plus it felt like forever since I had last visited the store, and was ready for a Marant refuel. 

Part of me regrets such visit, yet part of me really does not. Those who have been following me for a while now will know of my love for patent leather and suede shoes. So, when I came across these - a pair of simple black suede boots with a simple patent black heel -  I knew I needed them.

 I rarely if ever make impulsive purchases, and try to refrain from them as much as possible, and always try to plan them in advance. So, I was heartbreakingly sensible and left without them - and put them on hold. As they were from the autumn winter 2017 collection, the hold time was limited to only a couple of days (they were getting sent back to Paris and were the last pair) so I decided to make an exception to my ways and purchase them a couple of days later. 

The last time I had made such an impulsive decision was in 2015 when I purchased the flat Chanel slingbacks Although this time, not as impulsive (the slingback purchase was a matter of minutes rather than days) I feel confident with my purchase and imagine the boots to last me (hopefully) for a few years. 

Suqqu eyeshadow

Suqqu designing colour eyes eyeshadow palette 09

Although I aim to keep my makeup minimal, over recent months I have found myself wanting to try out eyeshadow. Not anything major, just a nice light sweeping of something extra to my day to day look. It was timely then, that upon a recent visit to Selfridges I stumbled upon this eyeshadow palette by Suqqo (note: it is limited edition for spring summer 2018). I was instantly drawn to the pale silver which I could imagine wearing daily; nothing to heavy, but as a simple barely there sparkle on my lids. I was also drawn to the pale baby blue colour, which is perfectly understated but helps brighten and open the eye that little bit more. 

The palette also comes with two other colours (which is a supplementary bonus for me) of a darker taupe silver and a matte grey/green which is perfect for a heavier night-time look. Also I must say, the packaging is exceptionally lovely; a pale gold and shiny black casing with a large mirror that slips perfectly into my bag.  

I can't say that I am a total eyeshadow convert, but I can see myself exploring with it some more. 


(p.s I thought I would include a few pictures to illustrate how the colours vary in different lighting.)