FABULOUS FRIDAYS: CRAFTISTA, CUTE DENIM & LACE CROCHET SHORTS LOVE

 via Saboskirt Instagram

Whilst I look outside the window, all I see is grey and gloom, but these little beauties have lifted my spirit - well... that and some oogling at vacation/beach spots on Pinterest! 

I really cannot wait for the UK to have a long spell of sunshine and warmth and even though I might not be able to strut about in shorts for a while, I thought I'd share some super cool craftista action in this ever popular summer crochet/lace shorts tutorial below. But if you can't be bothered, you can always pick up a lovely pair on the high street.

Get crafty loves and make your own lace shorts!

DIY Gorgeous shorts via here

Looks easy enough, strips of beautiful lace - mark out how many layers you're going to need and if you have enough lace, fabric glue (although I would also hand-stitch the panels on just in case-top edge only!) and a pair of jersey shorts/hotpants.

Lusting after these...

1. Denim shorts with crochet inset via Zara TRF £22.99
2. DSquared Denim & lace shorts via Farfetch £357
3. Did you cut your denim shorts too short? Butt overhang is not a good look. Anyhoos, have no    
    fear, you can always rectify by sewing in larger lace/broderie insert pieces. Image via here
4. Limited collection Pure Cotton Crochet shorts by M&S £29.50 - also available in cream
5. Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply Lace shorts £124.95 via Farfetch
6. Parisian cream layered crochet shorts by New Look £19.99

Yay for the long weekend! I hope your weekend sparkles and shines. Have fun lovelies!

x.o.x.o

Braving New Heights

Whilst shorter than short shorts and hot pants rocked the catwalk for AW10/11, I couldn't resist but fall in love with this look. I was already hooked on this Stefanel Ad campaign a while back, with the gorgeous model strutting her stuff in denim shorts, scrumptious over-sized, knit cardi and a "I don't feel the cold one bit" attitude - I was sold. I just need to borrow someone else's legs.


I loved Dolce & Gabbana's catwalk show; sending models down the runway in minuscule knicker shorts and tuxedo jackets amongst other stunning pieces, including the sequin number above.

From top, left to right:

• Topshop Slouch Cardi - £45
  
• Topshop Overlay Lace corset - £35
  
• Topshop mesh knicker shorts - £20
  
• Kurt Geiger 'Scatter' boots - £150
  
• Alexander McQueen 'Hells knuckle' duster box clutch - 1335 euros via Net-a-porter
  
• Erikson Beamon Medieval Crescent Earrings - 314 euros via Net-a-porter
  

If you're really brave, you could throw this ASOS sequin leotard number under the cardi instead - bold or what?! By RARE - £105

Now then... if I were only brave enough to rock this look and not feel the cold...!

Dolce & Gabbana WA10/11 show
via Style.com

So, what do you think guys? Can you imagine working this look at your office Christmas Party?

Have a fab weekend everyone!!!