the best strapless bra ever

So I found another one, what a peachy beauty it is. I also found you the best strapless bra. Simone Perele at Journelle. Not too padded, pretty lace and the nude colour isn't offensive. Have a great weekend x 

everyone in new york is wearing...a black midi dress

The black midi dress, so simple and works perfectly with this seasons sandals. Try Aritzia, Gap, Zara, Acne Studios or Asos. 

*image via theyallhateyus

secret cities - shanghai and chinatown, new york by luru home

My ongoing obsession with cushion (pillows) collecting (yep, true) led to the discovery of Luru Home. The founders Claire and Lisa met in Shanghai, spied the beautiful indigo textiles and Luru Home was born. Claire is now back in Brooklyn and they've kindly shared their secret cities below...pass it on...

Shanghai 

Boutique Pilang Palang - bold yet classic Chinese design for the home

Bar Mokkos - shochu cocktails too easy to toss back

Restaurant Xibo - scrumptious Xinjiang fare

Coffee Farine - Paris of the East

Beauty Zen Massage the perfect nightcap

Chinatown, New York

Boutique No6 store - vintage and contemporary

Bar Leadbelly - might we suggest the Burma Shave?

Restaurant Nom Wah Tea Parlor - dim sum with a mid-century vibe 

Coffee Dimes - quirky Canal Street breaky joint 

Beauty Mian Tian Sing - known for its no-frills, no-fuss, fantastic blow-outs

more secret cities here from Poppy Delevingne, Stephanie Phair from The Outnet, Elizabeth Blitzer and Annie Taube...

spring boho

New boho/embroidered/lacy/white top needed urgently please. Here are some high and low options…broderie angalaise by Etoile Isabel Marant, panels at Warehouse, Beyond Vintage lace and crochet, pineapple print at Anthropologie, cropped top and skirt by Zara, or a shirt option Zara, a very pretty Zimmermann smock and this blouse has been spotted on a lot of fashion editors. Panic over.

*image via NYmag

bucket bags

Everyone is banging on about bucket bags. The Mansur Gavriel mini-bucket is the New York favourite. I also like this blue mini onslow bucket at Whistles and this grey/lilac one at Asos, and this one spied on Julia at Stylonylon is in the sale…

*image @mijatheblog

everyone is wearing this in new york + thanksgiving sales

Everyone is wearing a large blanket style tartan/plaid scarf at the moment. They look pretty good, and they're cosy. Try this Boden one or a Zara burgundy number, or opt for something different...furry at Helen Moore, spotty at Zara. Oh and its worth seeing the Racked crazy sales list, some have already started. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving and THANK YOU very much for reading secrerstylist x 

lulu frost sample sale

The Lulu Frost sample sale starts on Thursday at their showroom, always a great bet for Christmas presents (for yourself)…if you missed the Renegade craft fair here are a few of the brands I spied… Sun + Glory | Make Shop Nyc |  Luke Hobbs Design | Luez Design and Play | Small Adventure | Alibi Nyc | Odette Williams | Conscious Step 

*image from net-a-porter

all saints discount…renegade craft fair…poppy…berry lips

I am predicting a suede frenzy after black biker overload. This one by All Saints (worn by Lucy at Fashion Me Now) is stunning. 20% off at All Saints (code November) until Sunday. In other news…

the renegade craft fair is on…make sure you go early to avoid mayhem

excited about these for Spring 

have you seen the bikinis Poppy designed?

furry clutch love

Berry lips and an amazing jumpsuit, Sienna the fox 

& other stories

& Other Stories opened recently in Soho. A sister brand to H&M, my UK buddies love this place. I can see why. The knitwear this season looks gorgeous, navy leopard print with gold bits urmmmmmmm and just look at this coat. Pop in at 575 Broadway. 

matthew williamson nails the jumpsuit

This jumpsuit is just awesome Matthew Williamson, underwear optional. Have a great weekend plus some bits + bobs from around the web…

feeling homesick yet?

chats with Kate Moss at home

if you love Shrimps but fancy spending less

keen bean early Christmas shopping opportunity at the Makie Fall clearance sale this Saturday 10-6

will you pop in to the new gigantic Topshop? 

the only place to pierce your ear

great heels

I've always been hopeless with heels. I like to walk quickly and dance easily....but then I saw these on Little Spree blog, Sam Edelman Zavier, in the sale, not too sky high and look great. I also really like these suede Madewell pumps in coral, grey and black and would happily wear anything by Loeffler Randall. Have a great weekend x

grey paige jeans for 49 USD!

These Paige jeans are just 49 USD now in the sale at Calypso St Barth (down from 285 USD!), I wrote about them way back when. They are great, I've worn them lots. Don't be scared of the thigh zip x 

that whistles coat (...plus sales!)

This coat makes me want to wear a ridiculous dress, high high heels and drink cocktails in an old fashioned UES bar. Whistles are offering 25% off until 6 Oct with code WH25AW14. You might also like these lace culottes, this off the shoulder top, this knit dress, this lace top or this navy fedora. Remember Bloomingdales are stocking Whistles and have started their Friends and Family 20% off sale and Warehouse have 50% off too...code 50FREE, I love this cape.

brvtvs - earrings by caroline ventura and sales sales sales

I spied a stylish mum in the playground the other day, she was wearing these little bar earrings. They are made by BRVTVS, a New York designer. Its pretty hard to wear whacking great jewels with little ones around, these would work perfectly, delicate but different. Have a great weekend, there are a gazillion sales around...

The Outnet - an extra 30% off 

Whistles - 25% off with issue 493 of Grazia 

J Crew - 25-30% off with PICKASALE code

Mango - 30% off online until Saturday with 5WEEKEND3 code

My Wardrobe - 10% off with PAYDAY10 code

Atterley Road - 20% off until Monday with NEWSEASON20 code

calypso sale...antik batik and paige denim

I know we should be chatting about knits and boots but I can't help clinging on to summer with these Calypso sale goodies. The Antik Batik sandals sold out online but try calling as some stores still have stock, $275 to $109. Whoop. Or try this more fall-friendly purchase of Paige grey jeans with moto details, $285 to $99. Happy days.

charlotte tilbury make up at net-a-porter

Everyone is raving about it, and now its available here in the US. Whoop. I can stop looking so ugly now :) So what should you try? I've read lots of reviews and these are the beauties, according to the experts...

Filmstar Bronze & Glow

Full Fat Lashes 5 Star Mascara - Glossy Black

The Retoucher

Rock 'N' Kohl Liquid Eye Pencil - Marlene Midnight

hatch jumpsuit

My girlfriend wore this jumpsuit last week to drinks (v. strong cocktails at Clover Club and dinner at Dover) and it looks amazing on. Really simple, great with heels or flats and easy to pile jewels on. Hatch design gorgeous items for pregnancy and beyond, I might have lost it but I am so tempted to get this just to float about in... imagine how much cake you could eat?

zara printed trousers

I spied these on a glam mum in Bleecker playground. I know. They are silky feeling (polyester mmmm hot), lightweight and nip in at the ankle. Zara online seems to have sold out but try in store as I saw a few pairs left on 5th Avenue for 24.99 USD.

denim dress at personnel of new york

I've been living in this dress recently. Great V, especially at the back as its quite low, and I love a dress with pockets. I saw it in a fairly new boutique on Greenwich Avenue called Personnel of New York. Lovely stuff. The dress is by Alternative Apparel. 

image from: shop avenue boutique

pretty summer tops at pixie market and j.crew

Really pretty top at Pixie Market. Would look great with shorts, skinny jeans (especially white), over a bikini etc etc. Plus bell sleeves mean slim arms...whoop.

Love this one at J.Crew too..