Our New Year Fashion Resolutions

Happy Sunday! We can't quite believe the month of January is almost over. We must admit, however, that we are not too disappointed in saying goodbye to the post Christmas blues, freezing cold weather and severe lack of funds in our bank account. Yes, we are so ready to embrace the warmth of February before we can finally hop into Spring and embrace all the fashion the season has to offer. Before that, however, we thought we'd give you the lowdown on our New Year Fashion Resolutions - they may be a little overdue, but we are fully embracing these good habits after this dreary month of January and all the way into 2019.

- Shop Less and Well 

  (Pictured : Clemmie Tote in Charcoal)

A high street find here, an impulse Asos order there.....we are so guilty of over buying and ending up with a wardrobe full of clothes and accessories we will never wear. For this reason, we have decided to not only buy less this year but also ensure that what we do buy is of high quality and will last for more than a season. There is nothing better than investing in pieces that become trusted allies in our wardrobe and we are looking forward to shop consciously. 

- Invest in Personalisation 

                                         (Pictured: Clemmie Tote in Blush and Polly keyring in Blush)

Embracing personalisation in all its forms makes such a difference. Think of, for example, how some clever tailoring can completely transform a pair of high street trousers or how a touch of personalisation on an accessory enhances the simplest of accessories. These little adjustments are relatively inexpensive and we can't wait to elevate our everyday outfits with some quirky additions or simple alterations to our staple pieces. 

- Embrace a pop of colour 

(Pictured: Gold Flora Clutch)

When it comes to everyday minimalism, we love black and neutrals for that effortless city style. It's so easy to find yourself in a style rut however and even the palest of pastels can appear, at once, intimidating for seasoned monochrome wearers. For this reason, we shall be easing ourselves into brighter shades in order to fall in love with colour all over again. Our recipe for success? Simple - we will channel Spring elegance with the palest of corals and delicious sunshine yellow details. For those days where we simply can't renounce our monochrome wardrobe, we will pair our outfit with metallic shades. Finally, a  bold pop of colour peeking through our clutch will also add much needed depth for glamorous evening outfits. 

What are your New Year's Fashion Resolutions? We would love to know.

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X 

November New Ins

Happy Saturday and Happy Start to the Weekend! We thought the start of the new month would be the perfect opportunity to show you some beauties which have just dropped here at Pepper Alley HQ.


You would be right in thinking we have been keeping these beauties hidden for a little while but we wanted to make sure they were looking perfect for the big reveal and let us tell you - they surely do not disappoint. We are still loving all things personalisation when it comes to our accessories and have been asking you guys all the questions on Instagram with regards to favourite emojis, fonts and colours - if you have more ideas to share or simply need a certain type of personalisation option, let us know - we would love to help out!

We are still loving metallic with a touch of rose gold....

And feeling rather romantic with our choice of personalisation....

Then, it's on to a sportier look with our statement colour block contrast....

 Do you prefer the silver or pink?

Or perhaps the dark burgundy?

We just can't choose!

These will make the perfect Stocking Filler in time for Christmas (yes, we've gone there - in November!)

This gold number is perfect for best friends, mums, aunties, grandmas....

And anyone else who loves a bit of sparkle!

Then it's back to the soft pinks and metallics....

For those teens and Tweens who are just impossible to buy for!

But before we even think about Christmas, these are perfect for special occasions you may have coming up.....

Perhaps, it's a special anniversary or significant date that needs celebrating....

Or a special thought for the man in your life (because we make accessories for the boys too, remember!)

Or perhaps, it's a gift for yourself....

To treat yourself at the start of this new month....

...start Winter afresh....

....and remind yourself that you deserve this little gift...

And this one....

 And that one too!

And, let's be honest, nothing beats finding your keys in your bag on first attempt!

We hope you liked this little gallery and insight into some new arrivals. You can find these new beauties right here. 

Which one is you favourite? We would love to know!

Love, 

Pepper Alley HQ X

Summer Wedding - It's Never too Late!

Summer is almost over; the last of the summer wine is being consumed and you are turning your gaze towards the new season. What will AW18 hold? What will London Fashion Week have in store for us? And most importantly, can you get away with buying yet another Edie pencil case for the sake of 'Back to School'?! (Of course you can, take it from us). However, before you leave summer fully behind, it's time to face that seasonal hybrid that comes to visit time and time again - the late summer, early September wedding. This occasion is enough to send even the most experienced wedding guests in a flurry of indecision - bare skin or tights? Can I get away with a short dress? And ultimately, shall I take a cardi? Fear not, friends of Pepper Alley - we are prepared with three top tips for you to ace the Autumn Edition of wedding guest style.

• Don't Be Afraid to Dare - While summer weddings bring their fair share of saccharine hues and  sweet pastel tones, late summer and autumn dos bring the opportunity to opt for a more daring style. Don't be afraid to experiment with dress lengths, bolder make up or a touch of metallic during the day - it's what Autumn weddings were made for. We love the rich golden of our Flora and Clara clutch and wristlet - the perfect piece to wish summer goodbye in style. 

• Turn up the Drama -  Have you read tip number one? Well, read it again and this time take it up a notch. Take inspiration from the colours around you - the last of the summer wine, the sky getting a little moodier than usual, the seasonal produce turning a dark shade of crimson...all the beauty that nature has to offer at this time of year. We love a Charcoal Eva clutch - the perfect shade to pair with deep oranges and purples. 

It's All About Balance  -  Just like the seasons gradually change from one to another in an effortless transition, your look for a late summer wedding needs to work in perfect harmony. An unexpected bare leg can be pared back with a satin shawl to wrap up for a chilly evening or a bright colour can be expertly toned down with some clever neutrals. Similarly, a hairstyle that is too severe can be easily softened with barely there make up or a bold lip can be matched to flawless skin reminiscent of that summer glow. Our favourite way to pare back a bold look? With our palette of neutrals of course. 

Remember that if you need more wedding style topics,  you can find more inspo right here . 

Wishing you a happy end to the summer holidays -  we can't wait to show you what we have in store for September. 

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X 

The Travel Edit Part II

Happy Friday babes! It's been a manic few weeks here in the office - we have been super busy with orders and last minute vacay planning not to mention enjoying this heat wave by being out and about in London every single weekend. While we have had a fabulous time, we haven't had much time to sit down and have a well deserved break which is something we are most certainly looking forward to once the entire London population goes on holiday and the streams of emails we receive every day are replaced with the good old out of office response. However, we thought we would check in with you before the holiday season is in full swing with one last instalment of our travel edit. While in the first post we had fun matching a Pepper Alley essential to a sought after holiday destination, we thought we would keep things fairly laid-back this time round and chat you through our three holiday essentials. A little last minute holiday shopping / packing guide if you will, just in time for your travels. Not jetting off this summer? We've got you babes - make sure to give us a follow on Instagram ( @pepper_alley) as we will be busy sharing our favourite London spots for a real #summerinthecity vibe.


1. The In Flight Essential - 

Our Eva clutch is perhaps a lesser known member of our collection but don't be fooled by its minimalistic allure - sure, the Eva may not be as bold as a metallic Clemmie tote or as fun as a Flora clutch but this little gem is not to be underestimated. This understated clutch is made with soft Italian leather, like the rest of our collection, yet it truly packs a punch when considering it's a larger version of our signature Flora so ideal to store all your inflight essentials. Skin care staples? Check. Passport, phone and purse? Check. It's also roomy enough to store your tablet and beach lounger read - a true holiday staple. After a pop of colour to truly get in the holiday spirit? Not to worry, you can choose from dreamy purple or orange liberty lining fabric - we love the purple for a subtle nod to the 2018 Pantone Colour of the Year trend. You can shop the Eva here.

2. The Beach to Bar Bag - 

Gone are the days of using tragic sportswear bags as beach bags or, worse, the freebie totes reminiscent of University Career Fairs. No, this summer, we are after something a little more glamorous, a little more fancy. Luckily, our golden Clemmie tote is just that. Delightfully spacious to store all your beach essentials but sufficiently glamorous to effortlessly take you from daytime chic to evening aperitifs, this tote is a true multitasker. Who doesn't love a little sparkle on holiday? If you, like us, can't wait to channel the bronze goddess look you can find the Clemmie tote here.

3. The Evening Gem - 

There comes a time on every holiday where your usual accessories just don't cut it. Whether it's the surprise dinner overlooking sensational views, the impromptu party or a final evening where you fancy 'making more of an effort', there are occasions which demand signature, iconic pieces. We love packing Flora's little sister, the Clara wristlet, for a little back up should a spontaneous opportunity come knocking on our door. This little gem is tiny enough to effortlessly slot in our heaving suitcases with minimal effort and outrageously glamorous on the inside and outside. In fact, it's golden exterior is perfectly complemented by its satin ruby lining. We heard July's birthstone is the ruby so what better excuse to treat yourself to this mini signature staple? You can shop the piece right here.

We hope you enjoyed this round up of our favourite holiday staples - remember to send us a snap if any of these make their way into your suitcase.

Wishing you a wonderful summer!

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X 

An Exciting Announcement!

Happy Sunday! Hope you are all enjoying the weekend - we are looking forward to a big brunch with the team later (where the oh so instagrammable avocado on toast will feature heavily) but managed to tear ourselves away from our cups of coffee to share some exciting news! If you have been keeping up with our sneaky clues, you may have noticed that we have decided to shake things up a little with our personalisation service to offer you waaaay more options and way more fun along the way.

                                                     (Polly keyring available here).

It's been a long time coming but we are thrilled to let you know that our personalisation service is no longer limited to initials only. We have extended it to 16 uppers and lower case letters including numbers - these can be hot foiled in silver or gold and are just perfect for those who love to go all out with their personalised goodies to truly make a statement.

For all the personalisation geeks out there (including us!) , the font used is 30point Gill Sands and, as well as upper and lower case letters, you can also personalise your bags and accessories with symbols. Personalisation is available both in silver and gold options - for key rings, we offer three characters in upper case or 4 characters from a mixture of upper and lower. Should you need a longer word on your key rings, we are also happy to print width - ways - however wacky your request, drop us a message and we will try our very best to accommodate your wishes.

When it comes to our totes, we typically print in the middle width ways and a few centimetres below the zip. We can also print on the handle but it is also possible, should you wish, to print on the bag itself.

So, here we have it, just a little note on our personalisation update that we hope you are as thrilled with as we are. For those looking for a little inspiration, here is a little top tip from our founder, Gillian, who has made personalisation a way of life really!

"For a stylish understated look, silver type looks great on silver leather or gold on gold to rose gold leather. It's very subtle. For a more stand - out look, then it's better to amp up the volume and play with contrasts".

Whether you play it neutral and go matchy matchy or mix and match shades, we hope you enjoy adding that finishing touch to all your Pepper Alley goodies. We just can't wait for you to tag us in your pictures of Pepper Alley goodies personalised and styled by you. 

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X 

                   

SS18 Launches

Happy Sunday! We thought to plan ahead this week and made sure this post coincided with the weekend ready to be enjoyed with numerous cups of tea, a spot of brunch and some well deserved relaxation - hey, that's what Sundays are for right?

Now the sun has made an appearance for 2018 (even though its current whereabouts are still uncertain), we thought it would be the perfect time to run through our SS18 launches. As you know, our products go beyond our leather totes and clutches and we are thrilled to tell you that our leather accessories have had a little makeover.

Introducing our Golden Polly Key Rings but not as you know them. These sparkly beauties have been re - imagined with a little summer twist reflecting the hazy quality of balmy summer days.

Inspired by a touch of golden opulence and sandy beaches, they are available in three colours - Rose Gold, Antique Gold and Yellow Gold. It's certainly hard to pick a favourite - we are glad we don't have to and neither do you.

As always, our new additions boast our signature personalisation touch. Buy them for yourself, for your mumma or for your girl gang. We can't wait to see these out and about in the streets of London - they're certainly perfect for those who like to travel without ever leaving home.

Our Polly key rings make the perfect gift for party favours, goodie bags and a special little treat for bridesmaids / maids of honours - perfect now that we are fully in wedding season swing. How thoughtful would they be for a couple who has just brought their first home? Too adorable.

Look at them sparkle in the light - a perfect treat in time for summer! All we need now is for those stubborn rays to make an appearance.

You can buy our new edition Polly Key Rings here. They're great paired with our golden Clemmie Tote for a little gold on gold or perfect slipped in a tiny Clara Wristlet for a night out on the town where you have to be super strict with your 'essentials'.

Enjoy your Sunday and Happy Brunching!

Love,

Pepper Alley HQ X