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Charlotte Olympia Timeless Pumps £525 here

There was a time when I dreamed in Louboutin: my heart and soul longed for a flash of scarlet sole.

These days, though, Louboutin stands alongside a number of other fabulous footwear fancies: notably Charlotte Olympia and Sophia Webster, both of whom combine wearability and wit in their designs. 

My latest obsession are these adorable "Timeless" pumps from the new Fall 2013 collection. A classic heeled slipper style, akin to those purr-fect Kitty heels (sorry), these velvety black pumps feature a golden clock for an idiosyncratic twist on a failsafe pump. 

A charming addition to any shoe collection, these timeless courts will work with everything from the new vinyl A-lines through to your sculpted new season coat. 

Treat yourself- they are timeless, after all.

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Plastic Fantastic

Ready to get plastic fantastic?

Say so long to that good old black/silver/bright clutch for the future, my friends, is crystal clear.

While these little boxy clutches are hardly practical, and not great for us messy sorts, these clutches are infinitely versatile and ideal for those with plenty to show off.

Just enough room for a striking purse, a slick iPhone case and some stylish make-up. Simple as that: you're good to go.

I particularly love the Charlotte Olympia offering (of course I do: it's ridiculously expensive and unattainable) but I feel that the other options are every bit as lovely.

1. This Zara number is a snip at £19.99 and a great way to add a flash of fluoro fun to your look. I'd wear with a simple white shift or separates from Reiss for a cool, modern look.

2. This Mettle clutch, 100% eco-friendly, is one of the more stylish clutches I found on the internet. Crafted from recycled lucite with a brushed gold clasp, this is an elegant take on the trend.  Though i'm not sure where you can buy in the UK, it does make for rather lovely eye-candy in the meantime. If you are lucky enough to be based in Australia, you can check it out here.

3. The ultimate, this Charlotte Olympia Pandora Classic has already sold out online. With three inserts in leopard print, taupe and black, this boxy perspex clutch features a gorgeously sweet spider clasp for a luxe investment buy (tis a whopping £595 here)

4. Another sold-out little number, this Nasty Gal clear clutch is just fabulously sexy. Their product shot is also the perfect example of what a clear clutch is for: showing off! Get this on your wishlist now, you can shop it here.

5. During London Fashion Week, I spotted blogger Monica Beatrice from The Elgin Avenue carrying this lovely clutch. When she told me it was from Accessorize I simply had to keep it in mind for a post, and this is it's moment to shine. In on-trend polka dots, this clutch features a taupe inner pocket for a neutral but contemporary little clutch. Plus, it's a snip at £29 here.

Jingle and Mingle

1. Candy Cane minty lip gloss by Philosophy
2. Once Bitten Twice Shy t-shirt £90 by Markus Lupfer
3. My favourite super-skinny jeans from Topshop £38
4. Wonderful rich crimson lipstick from Topshop (in Hazard) £8
5. The cutest little ring ever by Alex Monroe £180
6. I simply adore these Jingle Bell Dolly heels from Charlotte Olympia £625
7. This Gagarin cuff at ATELIER-TO-GO is such a lovely piece by Lara Bohinc £680

1. These Topshop Leigh jeans in bone are my latest purchase and I simply can't wait to wear them! £38
2. This Love ring by Zoe & Morgan is just adorable £99
3. This Céline Dion tee from Browns is brilliant- and a bargain! £30
4. Another fabulous pair of heels from Charlotte Olympia, these Kiss Me Dolly heels will have them lining up under the mistletoe! £625
5. I love this NARS lipstick in Jungle Fever- a classic pillarbox red that is so very festive
6. Layer up your lipstick with this almost patent Paul & Joe Lip Lacquer in 09 - the perfect present
7. Finish off the look with a gorgeously luscious chain-detail clutch from my beloved Zara £79.99