It started with...

...a pair of boots.  And from there, the need for navy has grown.  

So yes, I am obviously a black obsessive - my staple question for when I see something that I love is "does it come in black?".

But maybe it's an age thing, maybe it's the need for a change up, maybe it's just the boots, but I am having a pang for navy. 

There is no arguing that, as a shade, it is more flattering for mature skin than black.  Is it possible to find things in navy that I love as much I adore their black counterparts?

A quick (ha ha, yeah right) foray into Pinterest throws up some gems and proves I'm on the right path. 

For a start - it is THE perfect partner to denim.

And with black...




And simply head to foot in navy.  I need no more persuading that this is Very Good Idea.



The quest is on. But first of all, I should show you the boots.  

I know I say this a lot, but every now and again you come across an item that you LOVE.  You don't just like, you adore. 

I have come back to these boots time and time again and they just get better every time I look at them.  I agree they're not going to be for everyone but I love them.  And yes, there is white on them which means they're not ALL navy but I think they just work.

All vom NOW.

Andi Multi Buckle Boots from Topshop £82




So what goes with these?  Why all things navy.  Starting off with knitwear.  And my favourite crew neck, classic jumper.  Men's extra fine merino from Uniqlo.  A small is a big 10.  You're welcome.  These are simply the best. 

Men Extra Fine Merino Sweater from Uniqlo £29.90



And straight into the ultimate shape for me - the polo neck.

Cable Knit Polo from Topshop £65



Longer polo neck. 

Ribbed Roll Neck Jumper from Topshop £36



Navy Raglan Hoodie £26 from Topshop.  This looks so, so much more expensive than it actually is.


Feeling the navy love at hush.

Love Jumper from hush £85



Or how about a blouse.  With the addition of a black tie so it's a no brainer to just throw on with all your favourite black outfits.

Levine Forever Blouse from Finery £59



Textured silk at hush £129



A bottoms option.

Ness Navy Wraparound Skirt in Navy from Finery £99



And navy harems.  NEW IN.  Be still my beating suddenly navy obsessed heart.

Long Harem Trousers in Midnight from hush £55



Slightly smarter at Baukjen in the their mid season sale. 

Brook Relaxed Pants in Blue were £95 now £47 


My beloved leather leggings.. in NAVY!.

Liv Leather Leggings from Baukjen £399 (if you sign up their newsletter, I think you can get 15% off your first order... it comes up as a pop when you first click onto their site).



Not forgetting my beloved dresses.

Cochrane Dark Navy Draped Dress from Finery £79



Finally up clothes wise - coats.  I actually love a navy coat.  It's the one thing I possibly have more of than black ones (ok maybe not....).  

I will come back to the coats as I have found so many, they deserve a blog all of their own.  It's pure coat porn out there, I promise you this.  Must be done soon as they sell out and often aren't repeated.  I kid you not.  It was pitch black at 7.15pm tonight.  Winter is coming... (and yes, I've obviously got some Jon Snow style ones up my sleeve.  In my dreams I do actually live in Game of Thrones - and fess up who else does, as I know I'm not the only one).

Christie Coat from hush £170



And other shoes which are definitely worth looking at.  If it's not an ankle boot then it's got to be a trainer.  Hi top adoration here.

All Star Hi Trainers by Converse £47.99


Not forgetting these ankle boots which are simply a thing of lust. 

Gaskell Laced Sock Boot £135




So have I been wearing all things navy?  Hmm no.  Because I don't actually have a lot. I will be remedying that but in the meantime, this is what I have been wearing over the last couple of days. 

Apologies for not being around - family life has definitely got in the way of blogging, not to mention work.  I had two fantastic days on Monday and Tuesday with Celtic & Co, talking through my favourite pieces from their new A/W17 collection.  

Monday at Pennyhill Park.   Yes it was pouring with rain when I left the house at 8.15am.





Slouchy Fine Knit Roll Neck in black - Celtic & Co
Black Leather Leggings - Celtic & Co
Sheepskin boots - Celtic & Co
Camouflage raincoat - Topshop
Leopard Happy Satchel - Hill & Friends 

Tuesday it was off to The Bath Priory. 



Slouchy Fine Knit Roll Neck in black - Celtic & Co
Black Leather Leggings - Celtic & Co
Black Leather Chelsea Boots - Celtic & Co
Premium Leather Jacket - Jigsaw
Black Tools Bag - Balenciaga

And then a quick change in the train loo on the way back to London as last night, I was invited to the launch of Red Magazine's Smart Women Week and their Career Shifters party.  As I had been selected as one of their Career Shifters.  See the whole article here, but suffice to say, I am ridiculously honoured and flattered to be included in such an illustrious list.  So I did treat myself to the Ganni dress for the occasion.  It will also be my Christmas party dress - so get used to it!


Boots - Zara
Premium Leather Jacket - Jigsaw
Tools Bag - Balenciaga 

Today, I have had a lovely morning with The Brand Ambassador's Agency at my favourite boutique - Quattro Rish in Reigate and then it was off to Chiswick for a tour of the Sipsmith Gin Distillery.  Which was superb.  I am now all the glamour in my jamas (hush harems which I now NEED in the navy..), with a takeaway (treat Wednesday), catching up on Bake Off.   I've already done Dr Foster (errr how weird??  What planet do those people live on?) and am doing an excellent job of distracting myself to not think about how the 10yr old is coping on his residential. 

Tomorrow, I've got some work to do in the morning and then it's off for a super treat.  I will reveal all on my Insta stories but suffice to say, I am giddy with excitement.  

In the meantime though - more work needed on the navy coat front.  So is this the blog of dreams for you with the "nothing but navy" theme?  Or are you a "does it come in black", dyed in the wool afficionado?