Style Post – Dubrovnik – Outfit Inspo

September 14, 2017August 31, 20171 Comment

Dubrovnik is a magnificent city which boasts majestic buildings in stunning surroundings but with still a very relaxed feel. Most people dress stylish but chilled, as there is so much walking to be done in high temperatures, comfort is key. These were my favourite looks from Dubrovnik, full Travel Inspo to follow!

Mermaid Vibes

I felt like trying something new with this look and dress down these bold mermaid trousers. Although this isn’t something I would normally wear I am loved this look and definitely will try something like this again. Its also always amazing to go out in trainers and not have to worry about uncomfortable shoes

Yellow Mermaid Trousers – Zara – These are no longer available but I grabbed them in the sale for £19.99. These PLT and Topshop are the perfect alternative and under £25.

Black Bardot Crop – River Island – I love this River Island for a more glam look and this Topshop number for a more casual look like mine.

Shoes – Old School Vans – Schuh – £55.00

Bag – Saint Laurent Tassel Bag

Tassels for days

I loved this Zara dress when I saw it online, tassels and pom poms have been every where this summer and I loved the boho feel to this look. I teamed this dress with some bold tassel earrings and lace up sandals.

Dress – Zara – £39.99

Shoes – ON SALE – – H&M – £11.99

Earrings – ASOS – £10.00

Skater Girl

Feeling very early 2000’s Avril Levigne in this look but it was girly with an edge so perfect for me. This dress has been a regular in my suitcase, perfect to dress up or dress down but warning, Marilyn Monroe moments are a regular with a strong breeze in this dress!

Dress – Miss Selfridge – although the red is no longer available this black version is super cute and perfect for this trans seasonal weather

Shoes – Old School Vans – £55.00

Sunglasses – Vans via ASOS – £18.00 – these don’t seem to be available anhy more but I have found these fabulous extra ones that I love!

Khaleesi/ Bend the Knee feels

I love this dress, the mixed floral patterns and the corset back just made me fall in love. I also am in love with this new updo that is so easy to do in your own hair, I added a gold crown like accessory for some Khaleesi realness.

Dress – £59.99 Topshop – This Zara dress is new in for the season and a perfect alternative¬

Shoes – ON SALE – – H&M – £11.99

Rose Hair Accessory – Zara – I bought mine some time ago but this ASOS two pack is perfect.

Travel inspo post to follow! Follow my blog and Instagram for more travel inspo and outfit inspo!

Love Lottie xoxo

Style Post – Lake Como – Outfit Inspo

August 6, 2017July 30, 2017Leave a comment

Lake Como is the most picturesque place I have ever been. Every where you look is a beautiful view so I wanted tot make the most of the stunning surroundings and packed everything floral and floaty to fit in. My travel guide will follow but if you are heading on a European break and aren’t sure what to pack, here is some inspiration!

Hello Sunshine – My favourite dress of the YEAR!

I saw this lattice front maxi on Louis Thompson’s Instagram and ordered it seconds later. I teamed it with a simple cream bag, large hoops and pulled back hair so nothing took the spot light from this fabulous dress!

Dress – New Look – £39.99

Hoops – ASOS – £8.00

Bag – Saint Laurent – WOC – £1050

Tennis Pro Realness

Bardot dresses are every where but this little H&M dress is really flattering in length and shape but this dress is quite small fitting. I went for a 10 and I’m usually a 8 – 10 and it fit perfectly!

Dress – H&M – £19.99

Pimsolls – H&M – £8.99

Bag – Gucci Marmont – £795

Sunglasses – D&G – details available on my Milan Blog Post

Gypsy Greens

This was my bargain of the trip, I have been desperate for a pleated skirt and found this in Primark. I’m not usually a huge Primark fan and regularly miss the great pieces other people seem to find but i saw this skirt and couldn’t say no! The top i found in the Zara sale with green and pink embroidery that matched my skirt and favourite Gucci perfectly.

Pleated Skirt – Primark – £13

Top – £9.99

Sandles – Mine are Dune from a couple of years ago but this Faith pair are on sale and a perfect alternative. – £23.20

A Classic

Jeans and a white shirt is a staple look all year round, but can become repetitive. I mixed it up in Como with some embroidered mom jeans and this frill detailed balloon sleeved blouse from Topshop tied into a crop. I teamed this with a staple black mule and a black choker.

Jeans – Topshop ON SALE – £30

Blouse – Top Shop I only ever saw this in the Knightsbridge store but this balloon sleeve blouse would also finish this look off nicely.

Black Mules – See my Milan Post

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Love Lottie xoxo

Style Post – Milan – Outfit Inspo

July 23, 2017July 23, 20171 Comment

Milan is one of the most stylish cities in the world, recently I headed to Milan before a relaxing break in Lake Como. Check out my looks from my Milan city break and where to shop them.

Suits you

Gingham has been everywhere this summer and this Gingham co-ord has been my favourite Gingham number so far. Feeling super Gucci with embroidered floral detail and slip off loafers with my nude pink Gucci Marmont.

Top Shop Gingham Suit – ON SALE – £61

Slip on Loafers – mine are Topshop but the best Gucci inspired sip on’s I have seen this season are – Here , at Ego Official.

Gucci Marmont – Medium – £795

Bring the sunshine

Yellow is not just for the beach, these yellow Zara trousers have been a staple for both my work and play wardrobe this summer. Perfect for city strolling I teamed this with a bardot, trumpet sleeved top and some open toe slip on’s.

Zara High Waisted Trousers – ON SALE – £12.99

My top was from Zara too and came in a range of colours but is no longer available. This one is a great alternative. Also on sale and just £12.99 you could get the whole look for under £30!!

Peep Toe Mules – H&M – £12.99 (again!)

Sunglasses – Dolce and Gabbana -£162

Peachy frills

I went on a hunt for these trousers after seeing them online but they had sold out. This full satin feel outfit was the perfect mix between feeling amazing but not looking too over dressed. Will definitely wear these again dressed up with some heels and a crop!

Satin Wide Leg Trousers – £34.99 – these are sold out again in peach but available in Khaki which will be perfect for the end of summer/early Autumn.

Satin Cami – this is also no longer available but I love this lace alternative. £19.99

Saint Laurent – WOC – £1050

Sunset Stripes

This Asymmetric skirt was a great way to add a splash of colour to my evening look. The asymmetric hem is not something i would usually go for but looked great and moved perfectly as a wandered through the streets of Milan.

Skirt – Topshop – the red stripe is no longer in stock but this monochrome version is amazing and currently trending too! – £36

Bardot Body – BooHoo.Com – £15

Mules – these slip on mules were a Primark find at just £12. These shoes are every where at the minute but these Steve Madden are reduced from £80 to just £32 in Selfridges!

My Travel Guide and Outfit Inspo from Lake Como will be up in the next couple of weeks! Follow my Instagram too for current looks and destinations!

Love Lottie xoxo

Barcelona – Style Post – Outfit Inspo

July 4, 20171 Comment

Recently I visited Barcelona for some sight seeing, salsa and sangria! Barcelona is an amazing city with SO much to do which also makes it a hard place to pack for. City breaks in the sun are a constant struggle between being chic in the city and melting in the city! Check out some of my outfits and where to buy them for your sunny city break!

Click the Links to Shop, most of my bags come from Handbag Clinic of course!!!

Wanna be in my gang?

A slogan T and embroidered denim have been key pieces in most peoples wardrobes this summer! This Girl Gang T is one of my favourites!

Slogan T Shirt – BooHoo.com – £8

Embroidered Denim Skirt – Zara – My skirt is no longer available but check this one out in the sale for just £25.99!!

Louis Vuitton Eva in Monogram

Sunset and Cocktails

Blue and White is a classic look for an evening by the sea. These wide legged culottes are so comfortable and flattering and a wrap over top has been another staple for most people this summer! I added a splash of boldness with some bright red sandals and red lippy

Wrap over blouse – Zara – H&M have this cute alternative for just £29.99

White Cullottes – River Island – £38

Red Sandals – Mine are about 4 years old from Zara and still going strong! I Love these lace ups from MissGuided!

Contrasting Pastel

This dress was perfect for a day of sight seeing but as you can see got creased pretty quick! these bardot dresses are perfect for looking city ready and staying cool. I teamed this dress with my pastel pink Gucci Marmont and some Lilac sliders!

Bardot Dress – Mine is H&M and no longer available but this Top Shop version with embroidered detail is amazing!

Handbag – Gucci – My bag is the fabulous Gucci Marmont, my personal favourite new release of the year!

Sunglasses – Dior

Pretty In Pink

I felt like a ballerina all day in this outfit and loved every second! Tulle skirts have made a surprising come back and at first I wasn’t convinced but i took the risk with this pink skirt from H&M and didn’t regret it! Back in London I would team this with a slogan T and some vans for a more edgy look.

Tulle Skirt – H&M – £24.99

Mules – H&M – These are now in the sale for just £6.99!!!

Bardot Body – BooHoo.Com – £15

Sunnies and Bag as above!

For more of my looks from Barcelona visit my Instagram! @Lottie_Helen

Photo 24-06-2017, 19 44 20 (1)

Barcelona travel post will be posted next week!!!

Love Lottie xoxo

From Selfie to Self Expression

June 28, 2017June 7, 2017Leave a comment

The Saatchi Gallery is one of my favourite galleries, it’s always interesting, regularly fashion focused and its free. I recently visited their current exhibition “From Selfie to Self Expression” which was perfect for any Instagram loving blogger.

The exhibit explores selfies through the ages, from self portraits to a room filled with a projection of your tubers and selfies. The exhibit also looks at those selfies that you cant believe are quite real….and usually aren’t.

There are also several interactive pieces that are really fun. This exhibit is not one to miss and runs until the 23rd July.

Although I’m in Chelsea nearly every day I could resist my own self expression in my floral Topshop dress with the famous Pink House in Chelsea.

Dress Topshop – £59.00

Fringed Jacket – Topshop – 2015

Bag – Saint Laurent – 2016

Chelsea Boots – River Island – 2016

Love Lottie xoxo

Fierce Festival Style

June 21, 2017June 7, 2017Leave a comment

Might Hoopla definitely made it onto the list of my Summer highlights!!! A full day of fabulous campy popness! From Spice Girl tributes, All Saints, Bongo’s Bingo and the beyond amazing Years and Years closing the show. I loved it!

As soon as my friend asked me to go I started planning my outfit. As I was flicking through Instagram stumbled across a picture of Ferne McCann in a pair of star print flares and fell in love! I clicked through and found Willows Call.

Willows Call is an independent fashion label that takes inspiration from models, musicians and their groupies from past decades and injects it with the attitude of today. I found this Cosmic Jumpsuit and HAD TO HAVE IT!!!!

All day i was stopped and asked where I got my outfit and was living my Cher crossed with Britney crossed with 70’s fabulousness fantasy! I cannot wait to order my next piece although I’m praying the star flares or jumpsuit come back into stock. All of the pieces are reasonably priced with my jumpsuit priced at £65. You will need to order in advance, orders can take 2 weeks to arrive so order early to avoid disappointment.

I just wish I had gone all the way with glitter highlight, hair glitter and teddy bear buns, maybe next time!

Love Lottie xoxo

Monaco – Style Post

June 14, 2017June 14, 20172 Comments

Monaco screams fabulous! It is the city of decadence, wealth and beauty. Recently I visited Monaco for an exciting business trip and packed my own South of France glam!

Airport Vibes

Claudia Schiffer T Shirt – Zara (no longer available but they do have a great range of slogan tops in at the minute!)

Frilled Trousers- ASOS/Miss Selfridge – £30

Trumpet Arm Jacket – Zara – £29.99

Pointed toe sling back – Zara – £19.99

Dinner and Drinks

Asymmetric Body Suit – Zara – £25.99

Shorts – H&M – £19.99

Mules – H&M – £19.99

Sunnies – Sienna Alexander – £130

Business Lunch

Tweed Feather Skirt – Zara – £29.99

High Neck Blouse – Zara – £25.99

Mules – H&M – £19.99

Tote – Chanel Grand Shopper Tote – Handbag Clinic

Sunnies – Sienna Alexander – £130

Morning Sunshine

Dress – H&M – £34.99

Slide on’s – £12.99

Tote – Chanel Grand Shopper Tote – Handbag Clinic

Sunnies – Sienna Alexander – £130

Homeward bound

High Waisted Jeggings Jeans – Zara – £22.99

Poplin Top with Frilled Sleeves – £25.99

Necklace – Louis Vuitton Essential V – £230

Tote – Chanel Grand Shopper Tote – Handbag Clinic

Sunnies – Sienna Alexander – £130

I loves my quick visit to Monaco and cannot wait to announce exciting Handbag Clinic news following my meetings!

Love Lottie xoxo

A little about Louis – A few things you wont know about the timeless Louis Vuitton

May 2, 2017May 2, 2017Leave a comment

Every month I write for my company’s blog and this month I chose one of the most historic brands I still love today, Louis Vuitton! I spend a huge part of my week authenticating Louis Vuitton and seeing all of the different styles that have been created over the years, the oldest being a Bisten Trunk that was over 60 years old! Check out my most recent Handbag Clinic Post below

http://www.handbagclinic.co.uk/Facts_About_Louis_Vuitton

Love Lottie xxx

48 hours is Paris – Style Post

April 21, 2017April 21, 2017Leave a comment

Over Easter weekend I jumped on the train and headed to Paris for the weekend and was going to make the most of every second I had. Not only was I looking forward to the sights, atmosphere and food but also the fashion and wanted to cram as many Parisian inspired outfits as possible!

It’s always important to travel comfortable, check out my previous post Flight Essentials. So even though I was travelling by train I still followed my own advice!

Jacket – TopShop (2012)

Jeans – Zara High Waisted Jeggings – £25.99

T-Shirt – River Island Merci Beaucoup T Shirt – no longer available

Trainers – Adidas Gazelle -£74.99

Suitcase – Radley – £129

When we got into to Paris,(queue outfit change) we wandered the streets seeing the sights followed some Moules-Frites and wine on the Champs Elysees.

Duster – River Island Grey Belted Duster – £60

Jeans – River Island Gingham Mollie Jeans – No Longer Available

Top – Zara off the shoulder frill body – £12.99

Pumps – H&M Loafer – £9.99

Handbag – Prada Double Bag – £1750

For the Evening we spent it at out amazing hotel, The Shangri-La Paris with the most stunning view! This room is by far one of the best hotel rooms I have ever stayed in. This really was a once in a life time experience. Review to follow!!!

I kept it black like a true Parisian and wore simple black jeans with a hint of red for my evening of fine dining and cocktails.

Duster – As above

Jeans – River Island Coated Black Mollie Jeans – £40

Top – River Island Lace Detail Top – No Longer Available

Shoes – Topshop Skinny 2 Part Sandales – £39

DAY 2

The next day we headed to the Louvre and headed through the gardens and up to Champs Elysee again to purchase a small keepsake from the fabulous Louis Vuitton store on the Champs Elysee.

Blouse – Top Shop Polka Dot Blouse – £34

Trousers – Topshop Frill Zip Palazzo Trousers – £42

Loafers – Topshop Alexa Slip On Mules – £32

Sunglasses – Ralph Lauren

To head home I kept it casual with black jeans, a navy and white stripy t shirt and my beloved Adidas Gazelles. Paris was amazing and I will be doing a mini travel guide in the coming weeks, I am disappointed the sun didn’t really make an appearance but at least now I have an excuse to come back!

Love Lottie xxx

A Meeting With Me!

April 20, 2017Leave a comment

Recently I was asked some questions by a North East Paper regarding my work and goals for the future. I was honoured to be asked as this is feature is normally male dominated, I am proud to be considered as not only a representative of the North East but Business in the region. We posted this at Handbag Clinic on our Blog, (which I regularly write for), along side this being posted by the paper online and in print. Check it out below.

http://www.handbagclinic.co.uk/Head_of_Retail

http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/business/business-news/meeting-with-charlotte-staerck-head-12821630

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Style – Travel – Beauty

Category: fashion

Style Post – Dubrovnik – Outfit Inspo

Style Post – Lake Como – Outfit Inspo

Style Post – Milan – Outfit Inspo

Barcelona – Style Post – Outfit Inspo

From Selfie to Self Expression

Fierce Festival Style

Monaco – Style Post

A little about Louis – A few things you wont know about the timeless Louis Vuitton

48 hours is Paris – Style Post

A Meeting With Me!