





I consider myself as very down to earth from the lifestyle I lead to the way I dress. I wear things that I’m not particularly precious about, which is a conscious decision because no matter how careful I’m being, I know I will spill my drink down my top! Or I’ll sit on the floor and end up with marks on my dress! Something like that always happens but I’m not bothered about it because it’s no big deal, all of my clothes are inexpensive. I’m low maintenance and I like the simple things in life but every now and then, I’ll get the chance to wear something that would make me feel both fancy and stressed at the very same time, like the dress I wore as a bridesmaid, for example. I felt quite cautious because I might stain it, or rip it, and that’s where the stressfulness comes in to play! But for the most part, beautiful and expensive items like that are, of course, going to make you feel (*cliche alert*) “a million dollars” and that’s an amazing feeling, that’s the power of fashion. It can make you feel a certain way. It can give you more confidence and a spring in my step!
My designer trench coat here cost the same price as my designer bag (more on that at the weekend), and the striped shirt from Hobbs is white and made of silk. The style of this outfit is still very “me” and I feel very ~grown up~ in it, and I guess I’ll have to learn to be (even more) careful and not spill coffee all over myself! Shirts have become my favourite items of clothing to wear and there are more shirts in my wardrobe than there are of dresses (and I used to be a dressaholic!)
I’ve been getting to know more about Hobbs as a brand and what they have in store for us! Below is one of their inspiration design board for their upcoming No.2 Collection this Summer which is inspired by Royal Ceremonial dresses and architectural elements from palaces. I LOVE hearing about the source of inspiration and how they came up with the designs, and the approach on how a collection is made. It gives the clothes more depth once you know this background information, it makes you fall in love with it. The style of the new collection remains traditionally British with a regal vibe, something that Hobbs does very well. I love, and appreciate the strong use of heritage, especially in a fast-moving modern world like today where everyone wants to get in on the latest fads.
Working with old-age British manufacturers, each of the twenty pieces in the Summer collection is made from exclusively designed fabric with rich, intricate detailing. Each piece has it’s own story to tell.




In celebration of the new collection, Hobbs would like to offer one of you guys the chance to win £500 gift voucher to spend on their website or in store and own something really special. Maybe a chance to buy yourself a new outfit for a wedding this Summer? Or something for your holiday? For the chance to WIN, enter via the Rafflecopter widget below. There are lots of ways to enter and to gain extra entries. It would be super nice if you could all follow my blog too by clicking the GFC “Join This Site” button but don’t worry if you don’t want to because it’s not a mandatory part of the giveaway.
Hobbs will choose the winner via Rafflecopter at random. Closing date for this is 26th May 2014. Good luck!
T&C’s
Open to UK residents only. Competition is for £500 GBP Gift Voucher from Hobbs. Hobbs reserve the right to amend or withdraw offers at any time. No cash alternatives are available. Competition will be live for 14 days, from 1pm 12th May 2014 to 23.59 on 26th May 2014. Entries must be submitted via Rafflecopter widget. One winner will be selected from Rafflecopter after the closing date.
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You look stunning! I love your bun, it's so neat, I never get mine that way so I only wear messy buns -.-
haha And funny to know that you'll always get something on your clothes xD And a but surprising to know that you wear inexpensive ones, I think they look very chic and hence more expensive somehow. LOL The trenchcoat is so beautiful, the sketches are fascinating too *___*
Such a beautiful look Sarah, I love the blouse and your dreamy bag!
Tara xo
So chic Sarah, that shirt is just beyond stunning x
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Your shirt is beautiful!!
This is an incredible giveaway, thank you for the opportunity <3
Jess xo
Adore that shirt, so effortlessly beautiful. x
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Your bag *drool*
Love the outfit, you always look so nice!
x
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such a lovely giveaway:-) and your outfit is so pretty and classy, the shirt especially looks wonderful! xx
You looks so effortlessly lovely in these pictures- if it's any consolation, I ALWAYS spill drinks on myself, and sometimes others!
You look is so nice and chic :3 I really like your shoes and bag!
Take care, have a nice day!*
i love everything on you especially your blouse and heels 🙂
Sarah, this outfit is perfection. I would very gladly borrow all of the pieces from you and wear it myself, but especially the striped silk blouse – what a lovely, classic piece. There is something about this look that feel rather Parisian to me; I think it's the utter simplicity but beautiful attention to detail.
xox,
Cee
You look so gorgeous as always Sarah! I'm loving the striped shirt and oh that Mulberry handbag! <3 xx
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Great look, such classic! You alway look so groomed
x
Your outfit is gorgeous, you look so classy!
Hayley
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Sarah that Hobbs shirt is to die for. It suits you impeccably and now I need it <3
LOVE your outfit. It is very grown up and chi, a little french inspired I think?
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x
love this casual outfit, the shirt is lovely!
and that bag is gorgeous!
anna at styleskittle x
You look stunning here, I love this shirt on you!
Maria xxx
Such a cute outfit ! So chic and simple !
Sara,
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Beautiful shirt. Silk has a lovely feel to it and it sits just perfectly. I'd agree that it's a "grown up" look, but you look great!
I love your outfit so much!
You look lovely and the pictures are beautiful.
Great giveaway. Too bad, I can't participate.
-Ru
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Stunning as usual 🙂
Amazing giveaway! 🙂
I'm a bit clumsy when it comes to spills and such too, though I've got better with age. I buy best but better these days, that's my plan. Great giveaway, some lucky person right there!
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Love the outfit Sarah, so chic and classic x
Lovely clothes .
Love this outfit so much! xD
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Oh goodness, Hobbs is a dream shopping destination really! Entered and everything crossed xx
You look so beautiful and classic in these photos, and what an amazing giveaway – Hobbs is awesome! X
Love your outfit, you always look so stylish Sarah!
Amazing giveaway from Hobbs!
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