NINE SUMMER WEDDING GUEST DRESSES YOU'LL WEAR AGAIN

Whilst I’m not frugal (or remotely good with money for that matter…) I definitely shop with CPW in mind. CPW - to the uninitiated - is w*nky fashion editor speak for ‘cost per wear’ aka. the cost of a garment vs how many times it sees the light of day. I live in a bedsit (in case you are labouring under the misapprehension that my life is glamourous…), with zero space for surplus clothing - hence why my local charity shop, friends, housemates and sister receive regular sartorial handouts. So the concept of buying a dress designated for the races or a wedding, only to be resigned to the back of my closet post-event is alien to me. That’s not to say I don’t have a handful of smartish dresses – I just choose styles that offer mileage past the main event. With this mantra in mind, here’s nine lovely dresses that will look equally at home (with the addition of a smart jacket and closed toe shoe) in the office as they do in the church pews. CPW FTW!

Top row from L - R: Maisie blush pink dress, Whistles. Daniella tie front dress, Iris and Ink. Margot two tone mini dress, Iris and Ink. Middle row from L-R: Terri  blue crepe dress, Iris and Ink. Colour block Toola dress, Coast. Cross back fit and flare dress, Whistles. Bottom row L-R: Marina cross back jumpsuit, Whistles. The Connaught column dress, The Fold. Bolina jacquard jumpsuit, Coast. 

LFF EDITS: AW15 GREEN FASHION

Ah, the masterful hand of Jasper Conran. A week on from sitting catwalk-side at Conran's SS16 show, I'm dreaming about updating my wardrobe with the myriad of green hues showcased in the collection (see the full run-down on Vogue.com here - it's exquisite!). Finally my namesake (yup, I'm a Sophie Green) is in fashion and big news come spring/summer 16, too. If your school uniform was bottle green, you wouldn't be blamed for approaching this trend with caution. The secret to taking this hue from grammar school to Grazia is to introduce flashes of embellishment, metallics and iridescents. Fabrics are key here - think soft suedes, glossy leathers and slick snakeskins to add interest to top-to-toe green looks. Here's my edit of the best buys available now:

First column: Iris and Ink green jacquard shell top, The Outnet, £110. Middle column top to bottom: Selected Femme green suede biker, Atterley, £190. Miami large back to bag purse, Stevan Saville, £485. Java mid buckle shoes, Topshop, £46. Third column top to bottom: Green leather culottes, & Other Stories, £195. New Balance 620 green suede trainers, ASOS, £65. Green polo neck, H&M Studio, £14.99. 

9 GREAT BRETON TEES WITH A TWIST

Yep, another blog about Breton t-shirts. If my blog title wasn't a dead giveaway, I'm a sartorial francophile, and the humble stripe t-shirt is my all-time favourite wardrobe staple. If you're after a classic tee, my go-to is Saint James. If your wardrobe is already stocked with classic striped styles, here are 9 great Bretons with a twist on my wish list right now [although I already have number 4!]: 

1. Tie-front, Topshop. 2. Printed, Chinti and Parker. 3. Multi Breton, Boden. 4. Multi Breton, Boden. 5. Sleeve detail, J.Crew. 6. Heart motif, Chinti and Parker. 7. Rose-print, Band of Outsiders. 8. Yellow, Iris and Ink. 9. Appliqué, Zara. 

WHAT TO WEAR FOR A JOB INTERVIEW

What to wear for a job interview? It's one of the most googled style questions for a good reason, I think we have all had a sartorial crisis pre-interview at some stage in our careers. Having been Marketing Manager for The Fold London - a British fashion brand that empowers modern professional women - for nearly 5 months, I've learnt so much about the trials women face each day getting dressed for work, pitching for promotions and interviewing for new roles. So, when City Calling got in contact and asked me to write a blog post on this very topic, I thought I'd share some of my recently acquired wisdom. Here are the tips & tricks to follow:

Research the company: Do your research online and investigate the internal dress code (the company website and social media channels often offer clues). Tailor your style to the company's image so as not to alienate those interviewing. 

Stay in your comfort zone: Now is not the time to try the latest trends or to make a bold fashion statement. Wear something comfortable yet smart that makes you feel good. 

Wear comfortable shoes: I made the mistake of wearing new loafers that I hadn't broken in to an interview last year. Just walking into the interview was uncomfortable and I felt self conscious rather than confident thanks to my unavoidable my-heels-are-in-agony limp (unsurprisingly I wasn't hired). A mid-height heel is good solution, walkable meets confidence-boosting is a winning formula. 

Watch your hemline: A raised hemline will raise eyebrows. Keep things knee length or below, you'll be thankful when you sit down in front of HR and your hemline rises! 

Wear something memorable: This slightly contradicts my other tips, however, I strongly believe that an eye-catching accessory can set you apart in a sea of candidates. One former boss told me she hired me because she liked my mint green nail polish (!) - this tip applies even if you don't work in a creative environment - a colourful tote or an eye-catching drop earring can help to differentiate from the crowd.

Here's some job interview outfits to consider:

Corporate: Le Marais navy tuxedo jacket, The Fold London, £245. Le Marais navy tapered trousers, The Fold London, £155. Navy heeled courts, Dorothy Perkins, £25. Structured work tote, Charles & Keith, £59.

Creative: Silk stripe blouse, Uniqlo, £39.90. J.W.Anderson navy pleather skirt, Avenue 32, £148. Sophie Hulme textured shoulder bag, The Outnet, £294.25. Navy honeycup ankle boots, Rupert Sanderson, £555.

Career move: Iris & Ink silk shirt dress, The Outnet, £160. Skinny bud drop earrings, Monica Vinader, £110. Maribel red courts, Liam Fahy, £390. Mini Devonshire tote, Loxley England, £425. 

LFF EDITS: HEART PRINTS

Valentines day: whether you're a lover or a hater, I think it's a fun excuse to dress up in something feminine and romantic. A pop of pink, a flash of red or a cute heart print should set the mood. Saying that, I am not a fan of temporary trends, so the below edit has been selected with post St Valentine's day in mind - all are classic buys that will work all year round. Whatever you're doing, don't forget to treat yourself too!

1. Markus Lupfer tee, Farfetch.com, £94.60. 2. Nails in Lacquered, Topshop, £5. 3. Chinti and Parker heart print cashmere sweater, Net-a-porter.com, £350. 4. Dene red mini skirt, Reiss, £110. 5. Ariel pumps, John Lewis, £65. 6. Diamond and gold heart pendant, Astley Clarke, £650. 7. Iris and Ink stripe tee, The Outnet, £45. 

LFF EDITS: WARDROBE UPDATES FOR 2014

I've not kicked off 2014 in the best fashion - I'm currently recovering from a kidney infection which has sapped my energy completely. So, to re-invigorate myself for the season ahead I've compiled this edit of buys to introduce some of the new trends into our wardrobes. Sports luxe is still big news, although for 2014 it's seriously chic so look for luxurious fabrics and pair with a heel. A fun trend that I am loving is the demand for monster themed accessories - Fendi have some amazing monster bags and Sophie Hulme's fluffy keyrings (no.2) are  just too cute! Primary colours are also big news, so don't be afraid to buy in brights and pair them together. Have you started shopping for the new season yet?

1. Iris & Ink felt & vinyl bomber jacket, The Outnet, £195. 
2. Sophie Hulme Pom Pom man keyring, Austique, £95.
3. Étre Cécile fresh air tee, Matchesfashion, £75. 
4. New Balance 410 grey/blue trainers, ASOS, £55. 
5. Lips in Ditsy and Nails in Collegiate, Topshop. 
6. Hillier rose gold bunny pendant, Astley Clarke, £995. 
7. Metallic 'Hama' skirt, Monki, £25. 
8. Iris & Ink two tone leather pouch, The Outnet, £45.