LEATHER FOCUS

Leather is not the most obvious thing to wear in this tropical climate, but with fall and winter collection everywhere, it's hard to ignore this luxurious material. I got this fitted and buttery soft leather top in a pale pink colour, a divergence from the usual black for leather clothing. It may be simple, but it certainly catches people's attention, as I have been asked by a couple of people the first time I wore this. To channel a quiet elegant look, I paired this with a olive coloured pencil skirt. Have a great start to the week!

Top: T by Alexander Wang

Skirt: H&M

Bag: Hermès

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Location: Rochester Mall, Singapore

TIME FOR A BREAK

Robert Doisneau - Tour Eiffel Cheval Petit, 1969

To all of you who are reading this, whether you are a first time visitor at my blog, or if you've been following me on my journey from the start, a very big thank you! The blog will be taking a break for 2 weeks as I take off to Paris for a short holiday. In the meantime, I'll be posting snippets of my Paris trip on Instagram, so do check out my pictures here. My outfit posts will be up again from 18 November, so don't forget to check back in 2 weeks time (or better still, follow me on bloglovin', Instagram or facebook so you'll be informed of any new posts)! Take care!

ROCK CHIC

Friday is just around the corner, which means it's time to dress down and get ready to party! I've worn these leopard pants in a previous post, where I paired them with a white shirt for a smart office look. This time, I chose to wear them with a ruched black top that has an asymmetric neckline to add more edge to the outfit.  For accessories, I opted for my beloved stingray Chanel Boy bag and these Giuseppe Zanotti booties. I've had these booties for years, and I used to wear them all the time. However, I've neglected them for the past 2 years, but it's time for them to shine again as I think they go so well with this rock chick-ish ensemble. Enjoy the upcoming weekend!

Top: Carven

Pants: The Kooples

Bag: Chanel

Shoes: Giuseppe Zanotti

Location: Rochester Mall, Singapore

RUFFLES

A ruffle top is an easy way to inject femininity into an outfit. If you don't like an overly girly look, opt for more basic colors like white, black and blue, just like I did with this piece. The thick shoulder straps keep the top from looking too sexy for work, and you can always throw over a jacket or cardigan if you need to look more formal. I love how it adds some drama to the ensemble without looking over the top. Perfect for those days where you have a special dinner to attend after work!

Top: Diane von Furstenberg

Skirt: CK

Clutch: Céline

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Location: Rochester Mall, Singapore

PAINT THE TOWN RED

I love bold colors, and I wear bold colors to the office pretty often. To offset the strong color, I'll opt for simple designs and clean cuts. I like the loose fit of this dress, which makes it look more relaxed rather than over the top, which can often happen with bold hues. The subtle pleats at the front and folds at the back of the dress gives it a slightly origami feel. Definitely a conversation starter!

Dress: CK

Clutch: Céline

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Location: Empress Place, Singapore

GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE

Yellow is such a happy color to wear. Just because it's a vibrant color, that doesn't necessarily mean that it's more difficult to wear. Previously, I went a bit more adventurous by pairing it with cyan pants to create an unexpected fresh look. For the more conservative, yellow also looks great with neutrals like grey and white. Since the color is the focus of the outfit, and the top already has some folds to add dimension, I opted for a grey jersey knit skirt with subtle ruching and draping to keep the look clean yet interesting. Complete the outfit with grey ponyhair pumps and a white python bag with grey details, and you get a look that's fresh and sophisticated at the same time. Sunshine for the week ahead!

Top: CK

Skirt: T by Alexander Wang

Bag: Céline

Shoes: Alaïa

Location: Rochester Mall, Singapore

PIXATED

A simple form fitting dress is really a working girl's best friend. Not only is it so easy to wear -  there's no need to wreck your brains over how to match top to bottom, but it's appropriate for all sorts of occasion, whether it's a regular work day, or a day where you have to meet clients or a dinner date. A perfect fit is the key. I had mine altered so that it hugs me nicely without being overly stifling. It doesn't cost much a bring the sides in slightly but that little piece of work makes all the difference. Hang in there for the weekend!

Dress: BCBG

Clutch: Céline

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Location: Starbucks, Rochester Park, Singapore