11/08/09: Net-A-Porter

I love cream and black/navy together - its so much softer than black and white (and lacks any waiter connotations). I also love the juxtaposition of pairing a chic little shift dress and buttoned cardy with rough leather and metal details.

Clockwise: ACNE Rita leather biker jacket, Steven Alan Etta cropped wool cardigan, Chloe Silk Shift Dress, Tory Burch Leather studded bowling bag, Alexander Wang Max leather bag, Helmut Lang Shearling Vest,Source: Net-A-Porter

23/07/09: Net-A-Porter

There's something comforting, especially in winter, about rugging up in classic black, grey and white - pretty foolproof, yet still eye catching and stylish. I think it works best with a textured piece or two - particularly the luxury (and warmth!) of velvet.

Clockwise: Marni Suede peep-toe platforms, Stella McCartney Velvet Petal Cropped Jacket, Burberry Argyle-print snood, Stella McCartney Wool-blend panther intarsia dress, Tory Burch Leather Studded bowling bag, Marc Jacobs Asymmetric Velvet Dress,

Source: Net-A-Porter

11/06/09: Net-A-Porter

There's something about black and studs that is timelessly sexy and strong. Love a tight asymmetric dress with leather and strong boots - makes it less overt. I also love hard metal against black, adds an edge to what is otherwise quite a sombre, serious palette. I'm also thinking studded boots could most definitely be a DIY project this holidays (which starts at mid day today!! Excite!)

Clockwise Outer: Alexander Wang Leather Motorcycle vest, Herve Leger Vivien cutout bandage dress, Pierre Hardy Fur and nappa boot, Proenza Schouler Studded biker boot, Tory Burch Studded clutch, Alexander Wang Cutout jersey dress & Satin jersey one-shoulder dress, Timex80 Digital gold tone watch,

Clockwise Inner: Spanx Black lace high waisted thong, Alexander Wang Fitted Corset dress, Oscar De La Renta Boucle motorcycle jacket, Lanvin Happu Partage fold-over handbag.

Sources: Style.com, Net-A-Porter