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Sammi Jefcoate

Sammi Jefcoate

• INDIVIDUALITY • OUTFITS • STYLE •

About Sammi  

To The Point

 
A mule, a leather jacket, a high-waist trouser: this is a winning evening combo for me. 
 
There’s always gonna be something about these Balenciaga mules – despite the fact that they aren’t something I can wear every-day (my standard criteria for investing in high-end). I feel another pair wouldn’t be the worst idea ever…
 
Jacket – The Arrivals
Trousers – Nasty Gal
Shirt – old, unknown
Shoes – Balenciaga
Sunglasses – Ray-Ban
 
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High-Waist Houndstooth

 
A high waist trouser is a fav for me for so many reasons – but primarily, I tend to just feel comfier & more…’myself’ in high waist VS low. The cut on these houndstooth babies is perfection – esp. love the attention to details – like the buttons at the waist, & functional zip pockets [if ya can’t tell, I’ve fallen for Me + Em]
 
If I was more of a heel wearing gal (I love that track pant/sandal look) they’d be killer with some mid-heel sandals…Should really get into that tbh…BRB.
 
Shirt – Me + Em
Trousers – Me + Em
Bag – Louis Vuitton
Loafers – Gucci
 
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Platforms VS Mini

 
Much to my surprise, the heat continues here in England, and I continue to leave the house without a jacket – who even am I? I love a jacket. 
 
It really has been warm though, so a simple mini + white tee is a good choice for a day in the high 20’s. 
 
Upped the game with killer Gucci platform sneakers (I bought these with my 15 year old self in mind – had a v.similar pair back in the day, minus the Gucci price tag obvs) and simple belt.
 
Tee – old Zara, similar here
Skirt – Pretty Attitude
Belt – Gucci
Bag – Balenciaga
Sunglasses – Ray-Ban
Shoes – Gucci
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Cut Like A Knife

Do you ever fall in love with ugly shoes? 
 
This seems to be the story of my shoe-life. When I first caught a glimpse of the Balenciaga Knife Mules last year, my heart skipped a beat (quite likely) and I fell in love. But – they were satin – emerald green, and…satin. The thought of spending a three-figure sum on satin shoes – when I live in England, and I’m a walking-full-time-mum; cut short our love affair.
 
Then, they released them in black…and the heart skipping started all over again. This time, however, I felt less desire to hit the ‘ADD TO CART’ button. Maybe I was over them.
 
Fast forward to Feb 2018. Net-A-Porter release their Balenciaga collab, and I spy…gold metallic. GOLD. Upping the fugly level from every angle. I thought about these on and off since then, trying to justify the spend in my mind (‘You don’t own any teeny heel like that’/’How great for when you go out erm, like 4 nights a year’/’They can be a special shoe for weddings, formal events and…erm, classic events such as dropping Casey at nursery’…er….)
 
Ok, ok…so I got them. This week. I even debated sending them back, but I unusually felt a bit of a ‘fuck it’ vibe, put them on – and it naturally sealed the deal. You won’t be seeing these guys all the time – they’re so impractical for my lifestyle – which really goes against my commandments for high-end purchases, tbh – however – when they do leave their pure white Balenciaga box-home, ya know it’s not a nursery drop-off day.
 
Balenciaga Knife Mules: here
OTHER KNIFE STYLES, BELOW

J.W. Anderson @ LFW

On Saturday I attended my 1st ever LFW, and headed to the J.W.Anderson show.  I knew I wanted to be comfy (if you know me, you know this is a must) and wanted to wear a lil’ bit of colour. I opted for a deep, emerald green slip dress, layered over a white knit tee, with a loose, cropped trench. Added in my new Chloe babies, and I felt good to go! Big TY to KMS & J.W.Anderson for having me.
Trench – Zara
Tee – Nasty Gal
Dress – Mango
Sunglasses – Celinè
Boots – Chloè
Bag – Balenciaga

Black & Red

You can never wear too much black in my eyes, esp. when a red lip is added. 
Underneath my coat: a pair of dungarees – yes, I know – I totally overwear these guys. They’re just the first thing I reach for on comfy days – and, let’s face it: they’re so good to wear when you’re looking after a kid!
Dungarees – ASOS
Tee – All Saints
Coat – & Other Stories
Bag – Gucci
Loafers – Gucci
Sunglasses – Gucci
Lipstick – Chanel (old)

A Monday Look

Wore it today; blogged about it today: it’s some kinda record for me.
I picked up the most cosy jumper dress from TopShop last week – it ticked so many boxes for me – and I couldn’t want for a better day-to-day winter bud: looking forward to layering it up on the super cool days.
In other news, I added a new YouTube video to my channel! Take a peek here. Hit subscribe if you’re into it, & lemme know what else you wanna see. Always so grateful to you guys for your positive comments – thank you!
Shop the look below:
Dress – TopShop
Coat – Zara (old, similar here, here, here)
Boots – Gucci
Bag – Gucci (sold out, sorry guys)
Sunglasses – Le Specs
Watch – Gucci

The Black Friday Post

I’d like to start this out by saying I’m not the biggest fan of Black Friday for its mass consumerism – & people buying for the sake of buying. However, let it be said that if a brand you love offer a discount, on something you were already hoping to purchase before Black Friday – then…well, I’m in. Does that make sense? Great! Let’s do this.
Barneys NY
Up to 40% off. And that Balenciaga I’m obsessed with? Yup, in the sale…
Other Balenciaga goodies on sale here, along with other killer brands.

Nasty Gal
30% off everything!
Cami NYC
25% off everything, including sale items, with code: BF2017
Anthropologie
20% off everything, with code: ITSYOURS
Whistles
25% off all full-priced items – love this coat & jumper.
All Saints
Truly on the list for me shopping wise – always. Perfectly cut leather jackets, quality jeans & denim, boots and excellent basics. The time is now to invest if you’ve been debating an All Saints piece – everything on their site is 30% off! (For US readers – you can knock 40% off the price!!) Of course, I would recommend investing in the ultimate coat:

Up to 50% off selected items (love this coat)
Up to 50% off! I’ve been after this cardigan as it’s such a good basic – and reduced to £27.00 is super reasonable.
30% off the entire site! Enter code: BLACK17 at check-out.
Up to 70% off a huge range (My fav pair of Celine’s – currently 30% off)
25% off everything on the site with code: BLACKFRIDAY
(With brands that are hard to find on sale like Loewe)
Up to 75% off: use codE: MORE17 
An extra 50% off already discounted designer items.

20% off on selected items – if there’s a high-end piece you’ve been coveting, it could be on offer here. A great place for European buyers to shop.
ByAlona
Awesome jewellery from this London brand, all 30% off with code: BFRIDAY30
Feel Unique
Beauty deals, up to 60% off, & 20% off fragrance – perfect for gifting.

A great US site and some mega deals going on. I’ve picked out a few key pieces: Chloe Faye, – 33% off,  Sea Houndstooth Cardigan – 40% off (I adore this) Miu Miu Ballerinas – 40% off, Gucci Heels – 40% off, Chloe Boots – 40% off. I wouldn’t hang around on any of these if I were you…

Beauty Bay
A great selection of skincare & make-up brands (I shop at BB frequently) and if you’ve never been there before, or have some make up bits or gifts you’re in need of purchasing – this week may be a pretty good time to do so: there’s 30% off EVERYTHING.
That Gucci Watch
This was my 30th birthday present, and a magical one at that. Not easy to find Gucci on offer like this, especially new – but I’ve found it for 37% off! The entire site is up to 75% off for Black Friday.

Up to 40% off major labels.

A go-to place for everyday wear – up to 60% off.
Just added: get 20% off everything with code: WIN20
Missguided
50% off the entire site! A great place to pick up a dress for the festive season ahead, like this one.
Neiman Marcus
One of the best places for designer items. I’m holding back a little cry, as my dream Balenciaga babies are mega reduced. Up to 40% off on Miu Miu, Balenciaga, Acne, McQueen…to name but a few.

The ultimate online shopping site – has to be Net. Their sale offers up to 50% off!

Shop responsibly guys! xo


Black & Balenciaga

Wrapped up for a London outing last week in black staples.
Coat – & Other Stories
Jumper – Balenciaga (sold out, try Vestiaire)
Scarf – Urban Outfitters
Trousers – Zara (old, similar here, here, here)
Boots – TopShop (old, similar here, here, here)
Earrings – & Other Stories
Bag – Balenciaga (last in stock)
Sunglasses – Celine
Watch – Gucci