Into April x Parka London

                

Summer is creeping up on us, yet it is taking its time.. All I have to say is that I've been having some issues with the weather in the past weeks. With some days hitting 20 degrees and others dropping below 5, it really looks like the seasons just cannot come to an any sort of agreement..

However, let's try to look on the bright side - this unstable weather means one thing - I still get to rock these kind of cosy outfits (which I really love!) As you all know I am an absolute sucker for anything streetwear related, so I paired this Parka London camo puffer from the mens' collection (naturally!) with a pair of casual knee rip jeans & a thick knit ensemble. I love the 'oversize look' in my outfits, especially for those  colder days..and it's exactly what I went for here, on this 'sunny but chilly' day in  Soho..I wanted for this look to give off that industrial London vibe that I personally tend to associate with prominent greys. I adore those on the daily basis & I think this puffer really suits such an urban climate. With their style meets function ethos, I think Parka London did extremely well with the addition of this ever so stylish print to their practical puffer jacket model.
What more - doesn't it just camouflage ever so well against the London shades? That's for you guys to decide..

In order to browse more of the full Parka London collection head over to 

www.parkalondon.com

All photos by Kamila Kolpacka Photography

HAT - BILLABONG WOMENS

KNIT - URBAN OUTFITTERS

PUFFA JACKET - PARKA LONDON

JEANS - ZARA

KICKS - NIKE AIR FORCE 1 ULTRAFORCE

December x Dyrberg Kern

With Christmas only a week away, it has definitely been a busy couple of weeks! In the rush of pre-holiday errands a cosy faux fur coat surely does come in handy. Nordic vibes in this 

 December outfit post were inspired by the beautiful jewellery pieces from Dyrberg/Kern- a Danish jewellery brand, which specialises in individual and timeless jewellery pieces. Within their handmade jewellery you'll find both gold and silver to choose from. Being a silver addict myself I opted for the stunning new silver collection pieces that you'll see featured in this post. The jewellery is very well made and its universal design works with any outfit. Hence if you are still struggling for Christmas gift ideas or simply want to treat yourself for the holidays, you can browse the full Dyrberg/Kern collection over at 

www.dyrbergkern.com

In case I won't have time to post before, I want to wish everyone Happy Holidays!

Jewellery - Dyrberg/Kern

Jacket - Protest Women

Bag- Billabong

Chairs & Coffee, London

Situated within the vicinity of Stamford Bridge, Fulham's Chairs & Coffee is a hidden gem amongst coffee fiends. 

Whether sweet or savoury is your preferred breaky choice - this place will satisfy both carvings! With fresh croissants,cannolis & banana bread on one side and delicious parma ham with scrambled eggs on sour dough (with truffle sauce, yep) on the other. After trying the latter, I have to admit it was one of the best scrambled eggs I've eaten out - as I'm super picky with those it's not easy for me to say that. Here, they even added creme fraiche to give the egg a less dry texture. The service was great and the atmosphere of the place was just super welcoming and friendly - just what you need in the a.m.. If you're about drop by and grab a coffee, you won't regret it!

Aida, London

Another Shoreditch hotspot! AIDA, a cafe and a shop in one that caters for both men as well as women. There, you'll find a diversity of brands offering anything from handy rain jackets to accessories such as watches or jewellery. There's a hidden treasure for everyone! Among those finds, you'll also be able to get hold of salads, baguettes and croissants.. Their freshly made juices are also delicious too, I went for the beetroot one - as you can see below;)

 The interior has a rustic feel with a modern twist. A look that is definitely trending amongst many store and restaurant hot spots of today. The place is totally hip and effortlessly retro. I love it! Among the quirky brands they stock, you'll find: Twist & Tango, RAINS, Eleven Paris, Des Petits Hauts & Just Female, to name a few. The store is located 4min walking distance from Shoreditch High Street overground station, so it's an easy find. Want more? AIDA is more than just a shop & a quick coffee - it's a community & a blog - make sure to check them out..http://aidashoreditch.co.uk/

A taste of Dulwich, London

Usually when I am in London I tend to stick to central. I guess because I am not there all the time, I enjoy that constant buzz. However is that the REAL London? I wanted to explore this notion, so this time round I decided to venture in a different direction- more precisely, the South, Dulwich.

There is no denying that London is like a hub made up of many different "mini towns" which is great because that's what fuels it's incomparable diversity, however it can make you stick to one area and not venture outside of it. I guess that usually tends to happen to me..not this time round though! I wanted to live the life of a real Londoner and hence I ended up in Dulwich. An area of London, previously a part of Kent that definitely carries some of it's flavours. 

I have to say I really liked the area with its green fields, hills and friendly local cafes & shops. It has it all. I even found a really adorable small book shop on the highstreet and didn't want to leave it. It's those small bespoke community stores and restaurants that really draw me into places like Dulwich. In a sense it didn't feel like I was in London but at the same time I was only a 20 minute tube ride away from the "touristy" London known to us all. 

Hence, next time when you're in London you need to step out of your comfort "district" whether it's Shoreditch or South Ken and venture out, it's definitely worth it.

Here's some snaps from the day..

Pam Pam, Shoreditch, London

Shoreditch, one of East London's most sought after areas has so much to offer. From endless choices among bars, quirky clubs to a variety of restaurants to suit all taste all served with that laid back Brooklyn vibe - but wait, it doesn't stop there - the bespoke shops are just as well what makes it tick!

On my weekend getaway to London I had the chance to explore the area a little more and I cam across the Pam Pam store located on Bethnal Green Road. I am a very picky shopper so it's impossible to satisfy my taste in clothing or shoes. I browsed and browsed through the grafittied streets looking for something outside of Boxpark, until I came across this store. Pam Pam is a women's shoes- clothing and lifestyle store, which sells a variety of brands from Adidas, Vans Penfield to Carhartt as well as other boutique brands (more listed on their webpage).

I have to say I really loved the minimalistic decor of the interiors and of course the stocked products! I was very keen to purchase some kicks but in the end I found a perfect pair of high waisted Carhartt jeans that fit me perfectly and I decided to buy those. 

They also have an online store www.pampamlondon.com - make sure to check it out!

London fall outfit

With its chilly mornings, warmer afternoons and sometimes below zero eves - autumn is a tricky month to satisfy. Not only our moods are affected but our outfit choices become limited too. With the swift temperature changes and limited amount of sunlight (or its excess in an unexpected moment) this transition period into winter is almost impossible to dress for. It appears to be an endless battle between feeling too cold or too warm later on in the day - at least in my case.

This is my outfit from London in early October hope brings some inspiration into your autumn afternoons..