Sunday 4 January 2015

Lipstick On Your Collar

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You know that expression 'it's all in the details'? Well after diving into a fashion packed inspiration sea of fine detailing and clever little touches, all I want to do is update my wardrobe with these beautiful collar led looks!


Something so simple can really update an outfit, allows you to express creativity and personality and sets you apart from a crowd of crew necks. This look is so easily achieved, even when layering up to survive this chilly weather, in fact, these sweet collars look especially cute when peeking out from under a jumper!


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Printed blouse, scalloped edge or fastened with a vintage pin; there are so many ways to work this style and each one gives a special twist to an otherwise regular get up. If retro is your thing, pair your pretty blouse with a fitted knit and second hand brooch, or perhaps you prefer a more masculine fashion, working the sharp edge of a classic white shirt worn with a beautiful pair of brogues, or go for cutie pie with a peter pan curve under a checked pinafore.


Scattered across the wonderful world of internet, there are many fab tutorials for re shaping an existing collar into a fun new shape and also DIY videos for knitted and crochet pieces, such as this beaut of a post by Erin from The Halfway Point blog.


What are your thoughts on the peek a boo blouse? Are you a fan of fine detailing an outfit? Do you have any other great tips on how to achieve something similar?





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  1. Unknown4 January 2015 at 10:29

    I have also embraced the wonderful world of collars, though I find it difficult to find them at the moment. They were very much in fashion a while back, which included collar-necklaces that I cannot for the life of me get ahold of any more. I may have to take the plunge and make my own, which comes with its own perils, of course. I also love adding collar tips to the said collars, to add more of an oomph. My own personal favourite accessory, as it were, are colourful and patterned socks that peek out between half-mast trousers and superbly polished brogues.

    Sterling, XLeptodactylous

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    1. Gemma Roberts5 January 2015 at 09:26

      Ohhhh cute socks and brogues!! A match made in heaven!! : D

      You're so right, collar tips, a brill way to add an extra something!

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  2. Bethan17 January 2015 at 08:34

    I love collared shirts so much, they look great on their own and under jumpers etc. Especially good if the collar is cute or has intricate detailing!

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    1. Gemma Roberts17 January 2015 at 09:38

      Yeah exactly!! Or perhaps with a necklace peeking out from underneath the collar?!! : D

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  3. Casualllyawkward17 January 2015 at 12:25

    collared shirts are so awesome, I can't personally pull one off but they're swell
    Stefanie | Casualllyawkward | Bloglovin

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    1. Gemma Roberts17 January 2015 at 12:41

      This is great in a way, as you could take your inspiration from the cute shapes and the layering effect and perhaps play around with imitating this in other areas of your outfits; such as an unusual lapel on a coat or a necklace or piece of statement jewellery mimicking a collar? Fun times experimenting!

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  4. Sehri17 January 2015 at 13:24

    lovely pictures! I really like collared shirts I wish I could pull them off!

    http://wonderfulandweirdbeautyandlife.blogspot.co.uk

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  5. alice18 January 2015 at 09:01

    I love collars they look so cute!

    The Velvet Black // UK Style, Beauty Blog

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  6. Amy - Salt and Chic18 January 2015 at 09:01

    Collars are so cute!

    www.saltandchic.com // UK Fashion Blog

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    1. Gemma Roberts18 January 2015 at 11:26

      Especially layered up during this gloomy weather!! : )

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  7. Elien | DOGSANDDRESSES.COM19 January 2015 at 13:09

    Cute inspo!
    Dogs and Dresses | fashion blog

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  8. Ariel Pyne20 January 2015 at 17:36

    Yessssss! I love the collared look! It is such a timeless article.

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  9. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:18

    And has quite a few fun options! : D

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  10. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:18

    Hey, petal, glad you enjoyed : )

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  11. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:19

    Especially layered up during this gloomy weather!! : )

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  12. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:19

    Yes Alice!!

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  13. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:19

    Super snappy huh?! : D

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  14. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:19

    This is great in a way, as you could take your inspiration from the cute shapes and the layering effect and perhaps play around with imitating this in other areas of your outfits; such as an unusual lapel on a coat or a necklace or piece of statement jewellery mimicking a collar? Fun times experimenting!

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  15. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:20

    Yeah exactly!! Or perhaps with a necklace peeking out from underneath the collar?!! : D

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  16. Gemma Roberts21 January 2015 at 02:20

    Ohhhh cute socks and brogues!! A match made in heaven!! : D

    You're so right, collar tips, a brill way to add an extra something!

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  17. Gemma Roberts25 January 2015 at 06:04

    For more collar inspirations be sure to check out my pinterest board:

    https://www.pinterest.com/knitw1t/frock-on/

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  18. Ovation Spa5 February 2015 at 11:27

    Love the Blouse! Great post! :)



    http://ovationspas.com

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  19. Gemma Roberts6 February 2015 at 00:52

    Thank you!!

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