Street Style // The Red Coat

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I've never been a massive fan of the colour red any where other than on lips or the soles of louboutins, however recently that's changed. I've been seeing a lot of street style images focusing on red coats and i'm converted. I've realised wearing red doesn't have to be a festive occurrence and teamed with the right things can be worn all year round. So I wanted to share with you some of my favorite street style images.  Whether its layered over a chunky knit, denim shirt or slogan tee a red coat can really stand out and make an outfit.

I particularly like how the blogger in style picture number two has layered hers over a leather biker. I'll be doing that with all my coats soon, Adds an interesting dynamic to an outfit. Hope you enjoy the images and if your looking for the perfect red coat we have one for sale at Annie and the Mannequins (as pictured above). Its 100% pure new wool size 12. Shop HERE!!

Happy Monday Lovelies xoxo

Steph // Annie and the Mannequins 

Camel Shades

January is always a difficult month for styling. I'm always tempted to go out in a lighter jacket, lets face it we're all sick of wearing heavy jackets all winter. However as soon as I step outside I get a breezy reminder that its actually still winter and I am in denial about how cold it still it.

So it got me thinking what will freshen up my January wardrobe and still keep me warm. My answer is camel..not the animal..the colour. It's a light colour without being to 'summery' and can brighten up an outfit. Given I sell vintage clothing for a living it was easy for me to find a coat that was just right for me, A camel pure new wool cocoon coat.

I have lots more camel winter warmers available to shop HERE!! Above are my top 4. Teamed with light denim mom jeans, stripe tee, chunky ankle boots or relaxed runners and leather backpack. The perfect January warm but stylish day outfit.

1. Genuine Suede Sheepskin Jacket - Size 6 

2. Camel Wool Cocoon Coat Size - Size 12

3. Camel Wool Gold Button Pea Coat  - Size 12

4. Camel Faux Fur Coat - Size 12 

p.s // 2015 will be bring a lot more blog posts from Annie and the Mannequins // We're BACK :)

Steph // Annie and the Mannequins 

COMPETITION

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*competition ends 01/01/2013. Winners will be selected at random.

GO ON...Celebrate the start of 2013 with an Annie and the Mannequins Vouchers ♥

GOODLUCK!!

Party Perfect

Photographer: Suzanne Emily O'connor

Stylist & Clothing: Annie and the Mannequins

Hope everyone had a brilliant Christmas and lots of fun times :) We have been crazy busy with our online shop and haven't had the time to upload our Christmas shoot images to our blog. So quessing its better late than never we have uploaded them in time for New Year. 

Whether your staying in for a New Years party or Heading out on the town..make sure you layer your sequins, mix up your prints, team beading with faux fur and add lots of statement jewellery. 

Have a fantastic NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!

Hope 2013 is a good one and Thank you everyone for your support in 2012.

Love 

Totally Beaded Maxi

Totally Beaded Maxi Dress - Annie and the Mannequins

Leather Crop - Topshop

Faux Fur Collar - Annie and the Mannequins

Necklace - Primark

Have you ever wondered what kind of jacket to wear with a full length party gown? Well we have styled up our vintage totally beaded maxi dress with a crop leather jacket and added a cutesy faux fur collar. Normally when planning our party outfits we would always opt for a classic vintage faux fur. However on this occasion we think the length of the jacket is perfect for a full length dress, its doesn't take away from the look of the dress and the faux fur is just the right amount of fur :)

We have added lots of new vintage party perfect pieces to our ASOS page, including this amazing totally beaded maxi. Have a peek HERE :)

Love The Annies xoxo

LACE ON LACE

Vintage Black Lace Vest/Cream Lace Blouse/Denim Shorts/Leather Lion Belt -  All Annie and the Mannequins

Gold Arrow Necklace - Topshop

Chelsea boots - Office

Mix your lace to add some depth to an outfit. We layered this gorgeous black lace vest over a cream lace panel blouse to create an easy chic day outfit. Teamed with high waisted denim shorts and gold jewellery this simple black lace vest is showcased to show its hidden beauty as an everyday top.

Mix your Lace and see what outfits you can acheive.

S/S PHOTO SHOOT - BEHIND THE SCENES

We have been heaps busy with our two summer photo shoots the last couple of weeks, we've not had a minute to update our blog. So we thought we would share with you some behind the scenes photos to show you some of what we have been up to :) We're just waiting on the final images being edited and we'll be able to show you all our gorgeous look book of Summer Vintage. 

We managed to secure our photo shoot at a gorgeous house....yes this is someone's house :O with over 500 acres to play with. So happy with the out come and can't wait to show you all. 

In the mean time pop over to our ASOS boutique to get shopping some of our gorgeous spring /summer looks. 

Lots of Love The Annies xoxo