First Porter Call.

I try not to visit Mr Porter too often because I simply cannot handle the air of gentlman that engulfs me. My jealousy is an embarrassment. Today, however, I have failed and looked at every item on the site. A 'few' faves...

High Street vs High End.

Nude Beaded Ruched Front Panel Dress By Dress Up, £80, Topshop. vs. Samara Embellished Silk-Crepe Dress, £840, Rachel Gilbert.

Bally's Blocking.

I love a good, clean-cut bit of colour blocking from time to time and who better to satisfy that craving than Bally?

Structured Color-Block Cotton-Jersey Dress, £495. Alicya Block-Heel Peep-Toe Pumps, £450. Redgrave Leather-Trimmed Canvas Clutch, £795. Vanessa Canvas & Shark-Effect Leather Bucket Bag, £695. Leather-Trimmed Silk-Crepe Gown, £1,195. Rachele Leather Tote, £750.

Colourful Carrousel.

Unsure where this post came from really. I definitely don't have the most colourful wardrobe, not by a long shot. But recently I've seen a few colourful things I like, and in all honesty am a little taken aback. One step at a time, blog before I buy.

Safari Print Shirt, £22, Topshop.

Opal-Embellished Climbing Rope Necklace, £450, Proenza Schouler.

African Print Dipped Hem T-Shirt, £55, Horace.

Marimekko Printed Canvas Sneakers, £50, Converse.

Embroidered Balconette Bikini, £220, Mara Hoffman.

A Lot Of Lanvin Lovin'.

Tell me, can Lanvin do no wrong this season? I challenge you to critique the following, not taking factors such as wearability or price into account because they are arguably irrelevant. As per, I've saved the best til last.

 

Textured Suede Derby Shoes, £310. Stitch Detail Bow Tie, £155. Large Patchwork Leather Bag, £1,015. Leather Oxford Shoes, £575.

Cross My Heart.

Another, jewellery lust. This time it is Maria Francesca Pepe. Equally as masculine, gothic and metal-heavy as all predecessors.

Vampire Sleepers, £67, Cross Ade Ring £55, Piercing Earring, £88, Fangs Ade Ring, £55.

Aspirational Asprey.

I don't think Asprey can do wrong. From safes and salt shakers to magnifying glasses and mother of pearl spoons. Let's just forget the formalities, like prices, they have no use here.

Blazers, Bandeaus And Bittersweet Good Buys.

As student loan day fast approaches, my usually overzealous idealistic finds become all too possible. Someone take my card before it's too late.

Peace 18-Karat Rose Gold Diamond Ring, £570, Ileana Makri. Mid-rise raw-edged rigid-denim shorts, £145, Ksubi. Black Ruched Bandeau Bralet, £8, Premium Oyster Co-ordinating Silky Blazer, £85, Fabio White Buckle Cuff Sandals, £42, all Topshop.

My Apologies.

It is officially the most stressful week of my academic calender and for that I can only apologise. Much to my dismay, the blog posts will suffer but I'll try my utmost not to completely neglect it. If you are on here looking to procrastinate, like I do with much of my time, you might like to take a look at Peter Szuhay's website. He is an antique collector and whilst admittedly I almost fell asleep typing 'antique collector', there is the odd diamond in the rough. For example, the 'vintage bone and albatros quill pipe' below in May's VOGUE came from his collection. Pro: it's a skull. Con: it cost £800.

Pre Work Mini Spree.

Nothing like a little shop to try and remotely incentivize the forthcoming week from hell. Give me the strength to survive this week and give these wonderful purchases the attention and outings they deserve.

Black Floral Print Shirt, £38, Topshop.

Lips in Muted, £8, Topshop.

Medium Leather Carry-All Pouch, £40, American Apparel. (Excuse the DIY picture, I couldn't find this leather online, it's that special)