The Rain Comes Down and the Hair Goes Up

Here is a fact of life: heavy drizzle, rain or even a damp fog will always result in a high ponytail. It is the only way those of us with long hair can attempt to look like we have it together when in fact we are cold, wet and in dire need of a margarita on a hot beach. Excuse me while I daydream.

Don’t get me wrong, I do love the cold weather and being able to bundle has added greatly to my odd sense of happiness, but when the weather can’t decide if it wants to downpour or just intermittently spit, one will start to get irritated. So I throw my hair in a high pony, put on some wellies* and go out to take on the day.

My friends and I spent the day bopping around Shoreditch, which is one of the coolest neighbourhoods in London. My recommendations for the day is to start with brunch at The Breakfast Club, check out Blitz for great vintage, Laden Showroom for a selection of local, independent fashion designers, and finish off at Dark Sugars for amazing hot chocolate and truffles.

I just got this jacket at Topshop and have basically been wearing it with everything. It is a good day to night piece, as most leather jackets are, and the oversize-ness keeps me nice and toasty. The scarf I’ve owned since high school and it basically is my security blanket during the winter. Finally, the wellies, which just make me smile. It is so nice when you can find designer pieces that are actually functional. I can proudly say these boots really do keep my feet dry in the rain. Who knew Chanel could be practical?

*That is British for rain boots. Be impressed by my correct cultural jargon.

Outfit Details: Jacket- Topshop; Scarf- Free People; Pants- Rag&Bone; Wellies- Chanel; Purse- Prada