As much as I adore the sun and warmer months, I do love autumn and winter fashion. Layering and boots offer so many options and there’s no need to worry about fake tanning and toning when you’re all wrapped up!
I was recently invited by George to a photo shoot with my pick of their current collections to style and model for the day so I’m sharing my favourites from the day with you. And at the end you’ll see how you can enter for your chance to WIN 1 of 5 fab bobble hats I picked out just for you!
1. The chunky knit
A chunky knit is not only an essential to keep us snug in the colder months, it’s also always on my must-have list at this time of year for sartorial reasons and it’s more versatile than you may think. I paired it with a faux leather pencil skirt and heels for a cosy-meets-glam look that would take you from Sunday lunch to relaxed evening drinks. This wide fit is balanced with a shorter length so it lends itself well to layering over a long vest or even a skinny roll neck.
Top tip: Keep the bottom half slimmed down with a voluminous top half.
More ways to wear your chunky knits on the George blog here
2. The sparkly boot
Add a bit of sparkle to your day look or dress down an evening outfit in style and comfort with these glitter detail boots. The chunky block heel is high enough to add a little leg lengthening while still allowing dancing all night (or buggy pushing in the day!).
Top tip: Wear with opaque tights to elongate legs.
3. The boyfriend knit
This knit is actually a men’s sweater so it has authentic ‘boyfriend’ properties. Long sleeves, room to move (or have that extra mince pie) and just right for relaxing in at home and if you’re heading out, just pop on a necklace to contrast the masculine edge.
Top tip: Treat the boyfriend sweater as you would a chunky knit and keep your lower half fitted.
4. The bobble hat
If you don’t have a faur fur pom pom bobble hat, where have you been?! This has to be the ultimate: fuchsia and navy (always a winning combo) and the pom pom is HUGE, which as with all oversized accessories, makes you look smaller.
Top tip: Wear it when your outfit and coat are neutral to really make the pink pop.
5. The Christmas jumper
Never more so has The Christmas Jumper been a must-have because long-gone are the days of the knitted cheese-fest being cringeworthy. I still like to keep it chic though so I opt for fairisle pattern knits for a festive casual look and sparkly, embellished knits for a smarter, dressed-up look (video tips here).
Top tip: For this casual outfit I paired the sweater with a check shirt; a print clash is easiest to wear if you choose coordinating colours. Ground the look with denim and neutral accessories.
All items in store and online now, George at ASDA
Take a look at the George Life & Style blog here for more of my winter style inspiration.
Giveaway
I have 5 of the navy and pink bobble hats to giveaway, that’s one a day for the next five days.
How to enter
For your chance to win one, simply leave a comment below, whether it be ‘Pick me!’, ‘I NEED that hat for myself/daughter/cousin/BFF‘ or even ‘I love your blog!‘ (OK, maybe I’m pushing it with the last one but worth a try!).
Details
- One winner will be picked at random (using a random name picker) each evening (starting Saturday 5th December) and a comment posted to name the winner.
- Comments left up until midday on Wednesday 9th December will be counted.
- All hats will be posted by Friday 11th December to keep you warm asap! Or arrive in time for a Christmas gift.
Good luck!
Behind the scenes
Hair: Kelly Hughes
Make-up: Sophie Whimster
Photography: Cath Pound with Nick Dale
With thanks also to Lauren, Karen, Shaun and of course George at ASDA for a fab shoot.
I’m not always convinced I suit hats, but would love to give this one a go and prove myself wrong! Goes without saying that I always enjoy reading your blog 🙂
CONGRATULATIONS!
Anna, you are the 2nd winner in the giveaway!
I will send you an email to ask you for your address.
Well done!
Good luck to everyone else – 3 more days and 3 more hats to give away!
Helen x
(Coco Mama)
I need this hat in my life AND obvs I love your blog! X
I live in Scotland so I really need a hat this winter
I don’t just need that hat, I NEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEED that hat! xxx
CONGRATULATIONS!!
You are the 5th and final winner!!!
I’ll email you for your address and will post out your hat asap!
Helen xx
(aka cocomama)
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Pick me! I do love your blog and this hat too x
CONGRATULATIONS!
Pam, you are a winner!
I will email you to ask for your address!
Helen x
Aka cocomama
Love you, love your blog, love this shoot and LOVE that hat!! Xx
I really need one for when im having a day off from hair…including doing my own!!
I need that hat in my life. It has to out bobble my baby daughters bobble hat!
oh that would be lovely to win, thank you!
I love your blog & you. My daughter would love this hat. Pick us. Hope you all have a good Xmas xxxx
I love you soooo very much in everyway! I also love bright colourful fluffy things… Pick meeeee!!!!! Xxxxx
I would love the chance to win a hat and look just half as good as you do in it!!have a lovely Xmas xxx
PINK me !!!! We all need a hat like this xxxxxxx
My daughter got a lovely new bobble hat for her bday so I need one to match please!
It’s my birthday! Pick me x
My head is cold!
Pick me! I’ve been umming and aaaahring for ages whether a bobble hat would suit me and these look perfect! <3
Love your blog and these hats! Perfect for a wintery day, hopefully will help me look as stylish as you! Xx
That hat is amazing! Love all your other choices too x
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This hat needs me!!
CONGRATULATIONS CATHERINE!
You are the 3rd winner in the giveaway!
I will send you an email to ask you for your address.
Well done!
Good luck to everyone else – just 2 more days and only 2 more hats to give away!
Helen x
(Coco Mama)
Love love love these hats! Best colours ever!
I LOVE bobble hats and pink. Think I would be fighting my two girls away from it if I win!
Would love a bobble hat in my life! Yay! Pick me! x
Love this!!!!! I had a cream one until my dog decided to chew it!! He’s cute though so I forgave him lol!!! Loving the navy and pink oh and it goes without saying I love your blog!!! X
CONGRATULATIONS KARLA! You are the first winner in the giveaway, picked at random by http://www.miniwebtool.com/random-name-picker/!
I will email you to ask you for your address!
Well done!
Good luck to everyone else – four more days and four more hats to give away!
Helen x
(aka Coco Mama)
Wohooooo!!! Thanks so much!! Xxx
We love Helen’s blog, and it gets cold in mid-Wales! Love Scarlett and Maisie Roberts
Love your work Helen, and Arianne would LOVE this hat!! So would I for that matter. Maybe we could share xxx
I need/want/must have that hat in my life!
This hat is awesome! Would love to win one 🙂
I would love a new hat. Was trying to look for one yesterday but husband/ children diverted me away from the shops… The usual…
Nik x
Pick me – my roots are shocking I need that hat! Love your blog!
X
Pink me! 🙂