Doing it like Dot ...

I didn't end up going for the Biba beauty I posted about in my nod to Dot Cottons sartorial efforts, instead I found a cheaper alternative with a little bit of a twist to it.

Instead of the subtle, 'goes with everything' camel shade I had originally admired, I found this colourful option in New Look.  Similar in shape and style to Dot's coat, it differed in its bright jade/turquoise glory.  I love bright furs but I hadn't found very many in the shops so this was a pleasant find for me.  It also came in a gorgeous maroon shade but sadly they didn't have my size.

I managed to get this coat in the sale for around £25, believe me if the other colour had been available I would have bought both!

I think this satiates my desire for Dot's coat despite the fact it's a completely different colour.  I have already moved on to my next challenge, finding the perfect trench.

Any recommendations, let me know!

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If there is one thing you should buy this winter ...

It's an H&M faux fur stole.



A steal at only £12.99, it is the perfect winter accessory for:



a) warming you up
b) adding a bit of glam
c) looking like an extra from The Sopranos: Christmas edition
d) looking like an extra from 'Where the Wild Things are'
d) changing your daytime blazer from spring/summer to autumn/winter chic in seconds
e) draping over your bare boobies a la Dita Von T! (Don't pretend you hadn't already tried/thought it!)

Here's me wearing mine (in the bathroom - as you do) over a belted cardi, also from H&M. It gives the cardi a cosier, dressier feel for work but underneath I still look like a bit of a pleb ... oh the art of illusion!

This is such a versatile item, worn casually or all fancied up and looks delightful draped over your winter jacket/cardi as equally as it does just thrown over a t-shirt or vest.

I suggest adding some blingtastic broaches and adornments for an evening party look ... great for all the upcoming christmas nights out!

What do you think of my fur stole? C'est chic? non?

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