When I think about my style evolution from the sunny California life I had to the unpredictable British weather, I quickly realized I had to reevaluate my fashion sense in order to reflect the current mood of my updated lifestyle now that I’m living on a slightly cooler (and certainly wetter) part of the world.
Dress | FROM L.A.
Bobble Hat | c/o BKLYN
Bag | CHANEL
Sunglasses | CELINE
Shoes | SOPHIA WEBSTER
iPhone Case | c/o CASEMADE
I’ve always been a huge accessories aficionado and I believe that accessories can round off an outfit from good to great. Believe me when I say that some of the accessories I own have been with me for more than a decade. That is the beauty of a splendid accessory – it elevates your overall appearance in a matter of seconds and if you have a good eye on quality and detail, some fashion pieces can truly and literally last you a lifetime.
The thing about living in England is that you always have to be prepared for whatever the weather presents to you. Everyone always seems to talk about the weather, since everyone has to deal with the weather, and at the end of the day, we all get entertained with the weather. The weather certainly has a mind of its own and one must always be prepared because guess what? Here in the U.K. the weather always wins!
Captivated is how I feel about a new boutique I encountered recently in England. BKLYN is an elegant brand and online boutique specializing in luxury hats and accessories for men, women and kids using only the finest Italian merino wool. Hailing from California, bobble hats were not really something I’d wear often. But in Great Britain, let me tell you, you’ll need one quite possibly even during the summer months! I love color and what I love about their boutique is the vast selection of their merchandise mix ranging from classic to rare hues and even featuring fox and raccoon fur (which is what I’m wearing) ensuring its super soft to the senses. The natural fibers are also ever so gentle to the touch that I’m afraid my husband is going to steal it soon (my functional husband has his stamp of approval on this one)! Yes, this item is called the Burnt Orange Bobble Hat with Raccoon Fur Pom Pom – the best discovery I’ve had recently. I never leave home without it!
As you can see, here I am in beautiful Britain and, though the sun is shining, do not be fooled. The big windows in our flat may be a natural source of heat and warmth but the moment I step foot outside strong winds may blow in any kind of direction. This is true for summer, spring, winter or fall. With that said, I need my fashionable bobble hat to keep my hair in place so that I can see where I’m walking!
This raccoon fur bobble hat is beautiful and functional – the epitome of what every fashion brand should aim for. I’m not one to toss away things easily. I hate waste (farewell fast fashion) and have made a pact within myself that I will only take on a fashion piece if its qualities fall under the “sensational” category in my book. BKLYN, with its simple yet on point concept, classify with that. This bobble hat is a wonderful piece of exceptional quality that is being sold in a justifiable price range. As a woman who wear many hats, my bobble hat from BKLYN certainly takes my outfit to the next level and I adore that. I hope that you resonate with them as much as I did. Check out their website and be inspired: http://www.bklyn.co.uk/women. For the discerning woman, this bobble hat is for you!
Thanks to BKLYN | A British brand specializing in luxury hats and accessories for men, women and kids using only the finest Italian merino wool | All Products Made & Hand-finished in England