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Autumn outfits and black chunky boots!

22/10/2020

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Autumn is now properly with us.  The world is still in a mess and I am still utterly fed up with it all.  But I have been sorting my wardrobe out, some things never change.  And this year I have a bit more space to do that and as we are not going 'out out' much I am using the opportunity to buy less, because I need less.  And even if I was going out, well I still have too much and need less.  Sound familiar?  I am actually too embarrassed to count how many jeans and bikinis I have.  Clearly my obsession is with the perfect denim and the perfect bikini!  But I am enjoying seeing what I have and creating outfits by 'shopping my wardrobe' more it is amazing how many combinations you can create.  If I do buy then I am choosing carefully and filling gaps - and one gap I had - black chunky boots!  Read on for a few outfit ideas and to see the new chunky boots from Cara.
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Last years investment, the Dalby Black Biker Jacket from All Saints
First outfit, the leather biker is last years investment purchase.  I'd had a leather biker before but felt it was a bit big.  I had gone for my usual 10 but a biker should fit really snuggly or risk looking a bit frumpy.  I waited until the big pre-Christmas discounts and picked up this one - the Dalby Leather Biker from All Saints - as recommended by Avril from A Life to Style.  My jumper is a simple black crew neck from Marks & Spencer, I have it in black, red and cream and it sits really neatly tucked into skirts - similar here.  My skirt is previous season Warehouse and my necklace is from a selection at The Wendy House.

But the best bit, I decided it was time to invest in chunky boots.  Now this year they have got really chunky and I am not so sure so I searched around and found this fabulous military inspired patent leather pair from Cara Shoes - they were an investment at £150 but I love them, you can see them here, Hardwick from Cara - stock is getting low though.  They got a lot of love when I posted them on my instagram grid.
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
I love my new black chunky boots from Cara
animal print skirt | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
animal print skirt | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Next up is an outfit I was experimenting with.  Sometimes when I go over to see Wendy at The Wendy House, I bring back a few items to try on (a PR loan I suppose) and I do some photos and then Wendy can share them on her website and social media.  Wendy and I are two very different shapes, sizes and styles so it is fun to see how we interpret into different outfits.  Again I am wearing a pleated skirt, this one is from Wendy, with the Hardwick boots from Cara (linked above), and the jumper is a step up from the simple one above, it is from Cream at The Wendy House and has a frill around the cuffs and neckline, it is incredibly soft and warm.  I then added my own (past season) blush pink scarf.
black crew neck jumper | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
black crew neck jumper | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
I love wearing pink in the autumn/winter months as well as spring/summer.  I think the shade changes slightly to a more blush or dusty pink.  The jumper below is another one from The Wendy House, this time by Luella.  It is a super flattering shape without being too long.  
pink cashmere jumper | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Pink cashmere mix jumper from The Wendy House
A few more autumn shades below, the navy 'amour' is an autumn favourite from Hush (past season).  My blouse (left) is pre-loved from My Boudoir in Marlow, the little fur bag is an inexpensive update and is available from Diana's Wardrobe.  I love my selection of knitted ponchos in the autumn, this one is from Jigsaw but Creative DeZigns have some gorgeous cotton ones in a lovely selection of colours.  And finally (right) my vest top and cardigan are from Jak & Liza in Beaconsfield, both previous season, but similar available.
navy jumper from hush | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Shopping my wardrobe and mixing up lots of new outfits!
autumn style | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
poncho | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Just thought I'd throw in some reality!  My blog and insta pics still involve rain and when my daughter is not at home to help with taking photos I now have to look like a mad woman with my tripod and clicker.

On the left is a lovely little cardigan from Mango (reduced and limited sizes) worn with coated jeans and a previous season scarf.  And the boots look great with coated jeans too!  But really I need a coat and a hood to actually head out so no one gets to see much of the outfit!
animal print scarf | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
black biker jacket | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
animal print scarf | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Excuse some of the lighting in these photos, it really isn't easy!  Left is a previous season Hush jumper, I love Hush so much, always worth a look.  In the middle I am wearing a shirt from Luella at The Wendy House and pattern mixing again with my animal print bag.  Finally, this simple sweat is 'tres chic' and designed by Wendy and available from The Wendy House.
autumn style | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
animal print handbag | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
tres chic sweatshirt | autumn outfit | black chunky boots
Hopefully a bit of inspiration there.  It doesn't have to all be new and it doesn't have to all be dressed up and insta-ready.  I spend a lot of time at home (even more this year) so my outfits are mostly practical for daily housework, dashes to the shops and an occasional lunch or coffee thrown in. 

I do notice I wear a lot of dresses in the warmer summer months but once it gets colder I can't be bothered with the faff of tights so I move to jeans and coated / pleather jeans.  Or skirts, because a jumper neatly tucked in is warmer than a dress and if I can avoid tights by wearing long boots then that is my preference! 

Animal print has featured lots!  It is a new neutral and perfect for autumn colours.  Don't be afraid to pattern clash a bit with animal print!  

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Nancy link
23/10/2020 06:40:01 am

What Wonderful look with the leopard print skirt. We look a like today! Fabulous boots too!

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Michelle Green
24/10/2020 09:48:37 am

Thanks Nancy, it came together really well! xx

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Celine
23/10/2020 08:14:46 am

I'm loving this style Michelle, the outfit is perfect for this current trend. Those chunky boots are perfect too, great article.

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Michelle Green
24/10/2020 09:52:38 am

Thank you Celine, I really love them, just wish I was going out more! See you soon Michelle xx

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Jacqui Berry link
23/10/2020 02:50:21 pm

I saw this outfit on your IG page and copied it the other day! Nice to find an easy to wear skirt and boots are my best friend in Autumn - I've got my eye on a pair of heeled slouch boots in black (i have them in tan already and love them) I'll see what comes my way and what I think of the flat boots, but yours look delicious. Jacqui x

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Michelle Green
24/10/2020 09:54:01 am

Ooh that is a lovely compliment, thank you. Share pics! It did come together very well, I do love a heeled boot, so elegant but when I am just running around I need practical. Love Michelle xx

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Karen Ball
25/10/2020 09:42:56 am

Some lovely outfits Wendy. I am with you on wearing tights ! Have you tried leggings under a dress ( dress needs to be long and leggings short ) and thin socks in your ankle boots to the top of the boot. It is so much easier throwing on trousers, jeans or smart joggers when it turns cooler though !!! xx

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Michelle Green
28/10/2020 10:39:08 am

Hi Karen, no I haven't tried leggings I really should do though! Michelle xx

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Lovely link
26/10/2020 06:11:17 am

You look excellent in the leopard print skirt! The biker jacket adds to the look.
xoxo
Lovely
www.mynameislovely.com

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Shelbee on the Edge link
28/10/2020 10:44:43 am

OMG, these boots are so cute! I love chunky boots paired with skirts and dresses. You have such fun style! I love it all.

Shelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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Gail link
28/10/2020 01:25:04 pm

Oh Michelle that first outfit is to die for! It's absolute perfection, the skirt, boots, leather jacket and necklace. You have some lovely clothes. Thanks for sharing at #WowOnWednesday xx

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mireille link
28/10/2020 02:44:04 pm

I have been trying to take my own insta pics in the am so as not to bother my boys and they are passable but not as good as when they take them. Rainy couple of days here and hoping for some cool weather after.
www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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Anna Marcus link
4/11/2020 04:36:35 am

So many lovely outfits. Those black chunky boots look so great paired with animal print skirt

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