Another working week is upon us and I can't help but think that I have a spot of back to school blues. I don't know what it is exactly but I've woke up today, on Monday morning, with a bout of self doubt. I've had a lovely, fulfilling weekend that involved a lot of relaxing if I'm honest, something both George and I really needed. The dogs let us sleep in until 10am both Saturday and Sunday which is very unusual but very much appreciated! (Yes, having two young dogs is quite like having a baby in the lie in department.) However, today I've still woke to a strange feeling of imposter syndrome, of feeling like I don't quite have my own back and I don't bloody like it!
So this week I'm going to be practicing self care, looking after myself a little bit by going to the gym as much as possible, getting my hair done, perhaps my nails and hopefully with the odd pamper night thrown in for good measure too. I'm also going to get down to those little, boring jobs that I've been putting off for the past week or so and that have in turn worked to bog me down a touch, we all have them hey!
Alas enough about me, how was your weekend? How are you feeling today? I hope a down sight better than me. But if not, and if you're also feeling a little down in the dumps and out of sorts, then thats alright too, as we all have those down days, those moments where our insecurities take over, when we feel that nothing we do is quite right and you can't shake off the feeling of uncertainty. But it will be right, in time and with a few days of hard work and self care!
We have a fair bit of work going on at our house this week, so looking after myself and getting ahead of work could prove a little tricky in parts as I'll be staying home for the majority of the week making endless cups of tea, advising on paint finishes, woodwork and making sure Peter and Nancy are safe and happy, away from toolboxes and open doors just asking to be escaped from.
But it's all rather exciting nonetheless, we're having wooden flooring laid in our spare room and my office, two rooms that once floored, will be more or less complete. And our hall, stairs and landing is getting it's final touches on the transformation game. With the woodwork being painted a sexy dark grey shade as we speak, and a dreamy striped runner and all new carpet going in next week, I'll finally have the staircase of my dreams and in turn our house will be practically complete... Until we set to work ripping out the bathroom, but more on that soon enough.
So with me no doubt wearing loungewear for the majority of the week, today I bring to you a look I sported last week for a quick meeting in town followed by dinner and drinks with one of my besties. It felt SO damn good to layer up for reals as the weather had officially cooled off a bit and I was finally able to rock my new contrast high-neck knit by Warehouse, a piece that had been sitting in the "new in" section of my wardrobe for way too long!
Again, I spied this on ASOS and bagged it when the "20% off everything on site" hit. It's a piece that I was naturally drawn to with it's burgundy and pink colour-way, contrasting in a way that really stole my heart.
Not to repeat myself, but to absolutely repeat myself, I am SO totally into corduroy right now, I know, breaking news right! But here we have yet another oh so fabulous pair of cord trousers, this time in a delightful blush pink shade, with a cropped, wide leg and a touch of tortoise-shell with the chunky front button.
The cord contrasting uhhhmazingly with the zebra print boots which provides yet another sprinkling of AW18 trend heaven. I picked these show stoppers up at a recent Topshop Personal Shopping session and whilst the heel height is a touch too high for everyday-wear, they're perfect for dressing up casual looks like this to make them both meeting and drinks appropriate whilst adding a super fun print to what could be a rather grandad-esque look, clever ey!
A look such as this is a particular favourite of mine as it encompasses everything I love about styling.
First up we have the new, the AW18 trend pieces that I've added to my wardrobe recently but combined with old favourites such as this cropped, contrast-stitch denim jacket and my absolutely beloved Prada Cahier bag that you know I wore A LOT throughout 2017. It's back with a bang and I can't wait to start styling it up again as I find that it's more suited to the colder months as it's a little more glitzy and glam than my other bags so works well with my darker ensembles.
The old with the new, the high street with a touch of luxury a combination that makes me very happy indeed and works to make a really interesting and unique look don't you think?
I love showcasing both my styling and my wardrobe in this way as I really believe that it takes a complete mixture of all four of the above to truly make an outfit, variety is the spice of life after all.
So as always I seem to have waffled my way through yet another blogpost, I do hope you enjoyed it.
Let me know what you think to this look and do leave me some positive notes in the comments, I could do with a pick-me-up right about now.
Please also let me know if there is anything you'd like to see from me on here. Whether it's a particular topic you'd like to see covered from anything such as styling, trends, beauty, travel, interiors or more thought provoking, personal pieces, I'd love to hear em and set to work this week whilst I'm chained to my dining table in building-site hell.
x M
I love this look, especially those boots they are incredible. Good luck with your mad house this week. I would love to read a post or watch a video all about those pieces in your wardrobe that have been in there the longest and survived all the charity bags when it comes to having a clear out.
Thanks lovely Ava!
And thanks for the good luck vibes on my house, it’s absolutely MENTAL and SO FREAKING DUSTY but will all be worth it!
LOVE that idea so much, thank you! I’ve noted it down and will set to work on it very soon x
Even if our styles are nothing alike I always enjoy the things you wear and how you match things I could never think of! Pink is not a color I wear but I’m loving those pants so much.
Imposter syndrome can be such a downer, but don’t worry, you completely got this girl! Your content never cease to amaze me, Meg. Keep on with the amazing work!
xx Caterina
Caterina thanks so much, that honestly means so so much! Really glad you’ve found something you like despite our difference in styles, thats so cool to hear!
Thank you SO SO SOOO much for the kind words, it means the world right now x
Can’t wait to see your finished hallway….it’ll be amazing. Think a few of us are losing our mojo a bit but hopefully you’ll be back on track when your diy jobs are complete. Get yourself a pampering session booked…good old spa treatment will do you the world of good! Take care x
Thanks Pam, me neither (HA!) it’s all a bit dusty and mucky right now and doing absolutely nothing for my OCD haha! But we’ll get there! Yeah, you know what I do think that it’s the DIY that’s throwing me off. As I’m such a homebird and I work from home etc, when things are all a bit chaotic and in disarray, it’s tricky to feel focused and on top of things, my surroundings seem to have such an effect on how I feel!
Thanks gorgeous gal! I’m SO in need of a good spa treatment or two haha x
This look is so beautiful, I can’t wait to see what other outfits you have in store for us for this season! Isn’t autumn just the best ?! I’d love to see any other things that inspire you right now. I really wanna jump into all things autumn trends as I’ve been waiting for this season for so long but I also wanna get clothes that will last me for more years to come and its just sooo hard to pick
So excited for you regarding your house btw, it blows my mind every time!
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Oh Marlena thank you darling! So glad you liked this look and that you’re excited for more autumnal styling goodness!
Ahh I like the idea of what’s inspiring me. Perhaps something like a moodboard? Would you like that? Do let me know.
Thanks for the lovely words about our house, all very exciting indeed! x
This outfit is dreeeeeamy! I am loving all of the autumnal trends right now which is only hurting my bank balance haha.
I’ve recently started a new job so I know all too well about low self esteem! It isn’t a nice feeling at all but I find trying something really far out of my comfort zone and challenging myself is a great way to build up my confidence – I’ve just started a trapeze class haha! I hope this helps but pampering is always a go-to for me as well! Xx
HAHA tell me about it! I’m desperately trying not to shop but my goodness is it hard with all the autumnal beautifullness!!!!
Congrats on the new job darling gaaaal! And you’ve got this, we all do really, we just have our up days and our down days, or weeks if we’re being real haha. Trapeze class!!!! OMG yes girlie thats amazing. How’s it going?
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I’m really enjoying it but it is bloody hard!! It is definitely a challenge but if I can pick up a new skill I will be very pleased with myself 🙂 xxxxx
I love this style of yours Megan! Such nice retro vibes! And that leads bag is just stunning! Hope all goes well with the house decorating! We’re currently decorating the hallway but it’s taking forever due to work hours! We’ll get there in the end! Hope you can do a house tour video once it’s all finished!
Isobel x
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Thanks Isobel, so glad you like the look m’dear!
Decorating and home renovations take SO damn long don’t they! And they’re so damn messy! But we’ll absolutely get there in the end.
I’m afraid there won’t be a house tour video but keep an eye out for more interior blogposts and hopefully that will do it for you x
I’m definitely feeling a bit of imposter syndrome right now too – I recently got promoted to designer after being a junior for years (yay!) But having to go into the meetings and have an answer for everything and act like I know it all is a bit of a shock. But let’s give ourselves a pat on the back for getting through most of 2018 eh?! We’re doing good!
And as for your blog, I love love love reading your more personal posts and I also enjoy your posts on your home and interior. Can’t wait to see pics of the new stairs and bathroom 🙂
Imposter syndrome SUUUUCKS! It’s such a weird one to try and explain or even place sometimes and I’m so sorry that you’re feeling it too! But HUGE congrats on the promotion darling, thats seriously such BIG news and you’ve totally, totally got this girlie! Absolutely with you on the patting ourselves on the back, we all need to do that a little bit more.
Thank you for the kind words on my blog, truly, truly means the world! x
I spent my weekend in Kavala, Greece, soaking up some sun for the last time this year, so you could say I had a good one. I love the outfit. Hope you feel better, soon, too. Mental blocks and impostor syndrome are the worst.
xx
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Oh Diana you lucky, lucky lady! I can’t tell you how much I’d LOVE to be sunning myself somewhere right now, some R&R is just what I need, I hope you had a gorgeous time darling!
Thanks so much for reading and for comment as always, it truly means so much x
This is such an awesome look, I love the shoes with it too – really well styled!
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Those cord trousers are gorgeous, so perfect as a transitional piece! I hope your week of self care banishes the imposter syndrome you’ve been feeling!
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SO glad you like the trousers, pretty cute in that pink hue ey?
Thank you gorgeous gal, means a lot x
I absolutely love this look and I think these are some of my favourite images on your blog! The lighting is so soft and pretty and really brings some positivity to the feeling of uncertainty – which I have to agree I’m also very much feeling at the moment. I’m currently in limbo trying to kickstart a new career and it’s really testing my patience but is exciting all at the same time. I love the thought of new journeys!
I’m also really keen to see your new stairs, your house is what dreams are made of.
🙂 x
Ahh wow, thanks babe! I’m sure the photographer Fraser will be very chuffed to hear that 😀
Oh noooo, sorry you’re feeling a little out of sorts too. It sucks doesn’t it.
But a new career, wowser how exciting! You’ve got this girlie!
I’ll deffo share our hall, stairs and landing transformation as soon as it’s complete 🙂 x
Oh the cord trousers with these boots is the dreamiest combination!! Imposter syndrome is the absolute worst isn’t it, just know that your content is forever inspiring me (and so many others!!). I can’t wait to see more interiors posts once the decorating’s finished xx
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megan!! its okay to have down days and times where you don’t feel yourself I’ve been feeling a lot like that recently and its good to have someone to relate to that i can read and watch about!! those cord trousers thoooooooo oh my god!!! xx
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I totally agree that it’s okay! We all have them, just not everybody talks about them and those that do are told that they’re “ungrateful” or “shouldn’t feel the way they do” which is rubbish but I think it’s important to share the lower days as well as the happy moments too! Lots of love Fliss x
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trousers are amazing and you looking awesome. keep sharing.
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