Key Summer basics on the radar

I'm thinking of what I want for this summer already and so far not a big list but just key basics:

Faded denim mini skirt (this one is from Topshop)

Brown camisole vest top

Red camisole vest top

A couple more across the body bags

Blue denim waistcoat

Whats on your summer wishlist already, you might give me some more inspiration!!

Ahoy there!!

Couture Carrie has done a fantastic post on the upcoming nautical trend for Summer 09. For me, it is a great trend, ever since I was a girl, its been in and out of style and it is a great summer look.

The Telegraph have put together a lovely ensemble from Prada, APC and Chanel. This is a great outfit, navy jackets and white trousers are a stylish, popular choice to embrace this trend.

I thrifted a lovely George Rech vintage breton style jumper, which I will pair with my white Ralph Lauren jeans this spring and summer-how will you rock this trend?

Next Bargain!

The lovely Marian at House of Style received a lovely jumper from Next for Christmas and her pressie inspired me to go looking in Next in their winter sale. I hadn't been in there in a long time for purchases, it was my main haunt for clothes back in the 80s, particularly jumpers and smart tailored wear, so I was hoping I could nab a bargain.

I came across this jacket/cardigan on sale for £15 and what I like about it is how versatile it can be worn. Here I'm wearing it closed and open with jeans, but I would also wear it with a black bodycon dress and also with smart trousers too.

What bargains did you pick up in the sales this winter, or are you saving the pounds for a summer investment?

This made me Laugh-Quote of the week

(Picture:Peoples Daily)

Versace will not pander to the recession by lowering its prices or offering dramatic sale discounts, the label's ceo said in an interview with Italian daily Il Sole 24 Ore yesterday.

"Our regular client was not queuing on January 3-4 in Milan or Rome but was on the slopes in St Moritz or on a boat in the Caribbean," he said. "We want to offer a real luxury and not to open our doors to the consumption of young girls who can put the designer handbag of their dreams on their arm with less than 300 Euros. We are not interested in that."

Summer 2009 Trends

Although its just mid January, all the magazines are totally tuned in to the upcoming trends for 2009. The Telegraph have picked out a gorgeous mix from the catwalk to highlight what will be about later this year, click on my link to view in more detail.

Here are my favourite trends for Summer

Nautical/Riviera

Brights

Monochrome

1980s

Colours

Florals

Jumpsuits

Safari

Statement Jacket

All pictures: Telegraph