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#NEXTMASWISHLIST // IYAAJAY

December 03, 2014

Ah tis the season for gift giving, and Next have come up trumps yet again this season with gifts galore!

Ive decided to choose 4 items, 2 for my mum and 2 for my dad, to show you what Id love to give them this Christmas. I had such a tough time picking what to choose as my Mum and Dad had a deliberation as to what they also liked. As its the #NEXTMASWISHLIST, I decided to keep myself out of the picture and focus on the people I love and what they'd like instead as Christmas isn't about being self centred and is about actually sharing and giving to the people you love.

Black Tux Dress

Structured Wing Tote Bag

As soon as my Mum laid eyes on this dress in the new Christmas catalogue, she knew she would have to have it. My Mums a total classic pieces fiend and said this dress would be the perfect 'Next' addition to the collection (sorry for the pun, I just had to). My Mum said this would also be the perfect multi occasion dress, whether its an important meeting at work teamed with pointed flats and a structured blazer, or paired with killer heels and statement jewellery for the perfect Christmas night look. Whilst also browsing through the huge selection of bags and clutches (Next have probably the best selection around currently!) my Mum also fell for this large structured wing tote which she thinks would be the perfect staple bag for this season. This is classic enough for her work, but also adds a AW14 edge to any look without being too statement and bold, plus its roomy enough for the essentials without misshaping like other looser bags do (A more structured bag is the perfect way to go if your carrying more)

Italia Brown Suede Chelsea Boots

Red Christmas Volkswagen Tshirt

Now, its especially difficult to buy for any Dad around Christmas, and mine is genuinely no different (Think hours of huge hint dropping and page marking). However, getting him to sit down with the Next Christmas catalogue and asking him to pick things actually paid off. Firstly, he always heads towards the printed tees and loves anything VW related, so when he saw this one, it was almost like an excited child on Christmas morning (lots of arm flailing and pointing). Whilst also looking, he was admitted he was trying to find a pair of classic boots that he could use for 'years and also use for different situations' which is why he also picked out these Italia Brown Suede Chelsea Boots as they're an iconic style that never date, plus also the Next boots are incredible quality so these would last him for years to come also.

So there you go guys, my #NEXTMASWISHLIST which I would love to share with my parents this Christmas time and what I would love to get them this year for the festive season!

Until next time guys,

Jay

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COTTON JELLY WISHLIST // IYAAJAY

November 20, 2014

Cotton Jelly offer some of the most amazing tees and also allow you to create personalised ones from pre set patterns to your own photographs! These tees aren't just for guys though, they also offer a wide range of womens tees too ranging from crew, crop and boyfriend, so there really is something for everyone here.

Cotton Jelly asked me to pick out some of my favourite pieces and say how I would style them, so I've decided to pick 4 of my current choices and style them for different seasons and scenarios to make an incredibly stylish upcoming year!

Christmas collection print

This incredibly seasonal print gives off a very regal edge so I would be tempted to team this bold, baroque tee with a blazer and jeans with a pair of monk strap shoes for a more put together affair for Christmas drinks. The bold print offers an interesting edge to a smarter outfit and also creates the perfect conversation starter, perfect for mingling with drinks at Christmas. I love the kaleidoscopic element of the tee as you notice different details each time you look at the tee which means its also sure to grab attention too!

Landscapes on Acid collection print

This tee is perfect for the beginning of the new year where days are still crisp and bright, but lend themselves to a more stripped back, almost bare colour palette. This would look great under a olive green parka and true blue jeans for a colder spring morning outfit, then teamed with black jeans and biker jacket when the weather warms up. The sectional pattern repeat is eye-catching without being too migranal and bold (Am I the only one who gets that if they look at too bolder bright pattern?) and is perfect teamed with paired down outfits. This could also be transitional when paired with chino shorts and deck shoes for the Summer for a laid back look.

Floral collection print

This tee would be perfect for the Summer festival season. The bolder tropical print gives the outfit an edge especially when teamed with shredded denim, the trusty plaid shirt round the waist and sturdy boots (Dr Martens or any rugged boots would be perfect). The tropical print would also be incredible for the summer holiday abroad, paired with camel shorts, a pair of killer classic sunglasses and also a more bronzed appearance to stand out against the darker background of the tee.

Don't Even Look at Me Now tee

This is part of their pre-designed tee collection and I think this would be perfect for any fashion week event in London, especially FNO or a more individual designer showcase. Teamed with jeans, chelsea boots in a tougher leather, a pork pie style or wider brim hat and the obligatory plaid for the perfect casual, almost rocker style outfit. I love the very seasonal floral design which is eye catching in its distinctive black and white colour way but is totally transformed with the bold messaging on the back.

I hope you liked this post guys, if you did make sure to follow Cotton Jelly on Instagram and Twitter for more exciting styles and tees!

Until next time guys,

Jay

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