Top 3 October Favourites

Hi everyone and welcome back to the blog! With LFW over for this season, it's as if the whole of London has let out a sight of relief and blissfully retreated to their sofas to lap up all the autumnal cosy vibes. In fact, with Autumn in full swing, we have been reflecting on our top 3 favourites for the season - we have included a little bit of everything in our selection from the night in essentials to our favourite picks for when we do leave the comfort (and central heating!) of the house to venture outside. You can also find included some insight into London with the event we just don't want to miss out on! Hope this gives you some ideas to truly enjoy Autumn at its best - let us know what you are up to this October, we hope you have a great one!


1.  The Night In Essentials -   The arrival of Autumn calls for one big night in - we want a cosy evening with Netflix, aaall the snacks and our beauty essentials (face masks, moisturisers, everything!) firmly by our side. Luckily, our gorgeous Eva clutch bags are multi use and ideal not only for nights out. In fact, they are so delightfully roomy to stash all your beauty essentials for indulgent nights in or spontaneous mini breaks away. If, like us, you can't wait to organise a cosy night in set up (and love supporting small businesses along the way!) , why not add a gorgeous throw from our friends over at Chunky Couture? Their knitted perfection is just what nights in were made for!

(Pic via Chunky Couture)

2. The Night Out Favourites -   Autumn and Winter may be the official night in seasons but we know that Pepper Alley girls (and boys of course!) are a brave lot who won't let a little chill get in the way of their evening plans. For this reason, we have selected a few gold and rose gold picks to add warmth to your nights out. A touch of golden is our monthly inspiration and, with such gorgeous styles, it's very easy to see why! You can find our golden favourites here and here.

3. The Event Not to Miss -  Halloween can often be a difficult evening to navigate and, let's be honest,  the spookiest night of the year can easily turn into a logistical nightmare. After all, the possibilities are endless - house party or night out? To dress up or not to dress up? And if we choose to dress up, what shall we go as? It's to easy to end up in a seasonal question loop but luckily Tonight Josephine and Benefit have found the perfect solution for us. Their halloween collaborations involves cocktails, make up and the opportunity to shop Benefit Goodies - everything we love! If you are interested, you can grab your friends and book tickets here.

We hope you are enjoying this gorgeous season so far - keep your eyes peeled for a post on our newbies coming soon and, as always, you can stay posted with all things Pepper Alley on our Instagram and Pinterest Channels.

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X

London Fashion Week Day 1 and 2 - Our Favourite Moments

When #LFW rolls round, things get a little crazy here in London - it's as if the pace just picks right up and we're all dashing between shows and meetings to find a quick 5 minutes to jot down content and share it. This year is no different but we have managed to get more organised in order to share our Day 1 and 2 highlights - grab your coffee and get reading as there is already lots to talk about. Let us know what you think of this post and we'll continue to share our highlights if you want. Happy Fashion Month and Happy Monday!

(Picture via Pinterest)

It's a Family Affair for Victoria Beckham -

Glowing, professional and, at times, a little teary, Victoria Beckham does it all so effortlessly whether it's business, fashion or raising a family. This perhaps explains why she celebrates 10 years in business this #LFW with the icing on the fashion cake being her much awaited relocation to London. In fact, the designer has previously always chosen New York to showcase her designs. From the location (an art gallery near her Mayfair Boutique FIY) to the fashion (think classic VB tailoring with romantic lace accents and transparencies), every choice suggests grown up glamour for the designer whom, in true VB style, quietly announces her fashion evolution with her hometown return as opposed to shouting it from the rooftops. Extra points for the presence of Stella Tennant, 47 year old model veteran who apparently never seems to age, and her very own Harper watching adoringly with her father and brothers - showing that for VB, fashion really does go full circle, even in terms of age.

(Pictures via @victoriabeckham)

Getting Ready for Take Off with Alexa Chung -

With a show entitled 'Arrivals and Departures', Chung marks her fashion week debut. A nod to her life as traveler and original member of the fashion jet set, the collection is punctuated by safari chic items, a generous helping of Hibiscus Print and precious details. As inspired by her golden babes on the catwalk, we'll be channeling the dewy highlighter glow as well as crossing our fingers that the bucket bags donned on her catwalk are here to stay for next Spring / Summer. Our highlight? Her admission that, despite her success, she still suffers from imposter syndrome at times - showing us mere mortals that even fashion royalty can get cabin fever.

(Pictures via @alexachungstagram)

Street Style Inspiration -

Only yesterday, we took to Instagram to discuss how we sometimes prefer street style to the catwalks during LFW and we were surprised to see how many of you agreed with us! Your reasons included the practicality of street style, how it gives you inspiration for your own wardrobe and how the catwalks still, at times, remain a little over the top. While designers' efforts to turn down the drama and make the catwalks accessible for all are notable, it is also understandable that street style is what most of us turn to when putting looks together. After all, who fancies ruffles, theatrical lengths and kitten heels to catch the City line? Here are our favourite street style looks so far - and yes, we are partial to a chunky trainer, pops of colour à la Susie Bubble and smart male tailoring. What are your favourite street style looks?

 (Picture via @sineadcrowe)

(Picture via @susiebubble)

(Picture via @williamjwade)

So here are our highlights so far - remember to find us on Instagram at @pepper_alley as we continue the #LFW conversation.

Love, 

Pepper Alley HQ X