Winter is fast approaching and there is so much black around! If you like wearing black and it suits you, then you have nothing to worry about. BUT, some people don’t like black, or find it too harsh to wear next to their face, so what other options do they have?
Well this Winter, in both clothing and jewellery, I’m seeing a strong dash of PLUM coming through. A deep purple colour, that actually looks great on most people, works well with black so will fit right in to your Winter wardrobe. I LOVE wearing colour in winter, it mixes things up a little.
Not only is it a gorgeous colour, but it’s namesake is a gorgeous fruit, and knowing how much I love talking about colour, the team at Kapiti have asked me to find some yummy plum fashion and beauty pieces as inspiration to celebrate the launch of their latest limited edition flavour, Black Doris Plum & Créme Fraîche. mmmmmmmm, ice cream…….now I don’t eat a lot of ice cream (not as much the Boy does), but when I do, I like flavours that are fruity and a little bit gourmet – and Kapiti Black Doris Plum & Créme Fraîche is just that!
SHOP THE PLUM DELIGHTS:
1. Witchery pencil skirt $149.90 – pair this gorgeous skirt back with a crisp white blouse for a chic work look, or team it back with a grey marle tee skirt for a more casual weekend look.
2. Colette by Colette Hayman necklace $18 – make this necklace the statement of your outfit! Use it to dress up a simple black dress for a weekday work look, or over a navy knit and jeans for a more casual look.
3. Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene $45 – this rich, deep colour is the perfect shade for winter. Make sure you apply with a great liner underneath (over the whole lip), blot, reapply and blot again to make the colour last all day.
4. EziBuy Capture shell top $49.99 – Plum and black are such a sophisticated combo. This shell top is a great addition to any work wordrobe, wear it as pictured over black pants, or tuck it into a high waisted black pencil skirt.
5. Mollini shoes from Styletread $99.95 -Use the other colours in these flats (navy and white) to dictate what to wear them with. I can just see these with a great dark blue pair of skinny jeans and a sharp black (or navy) blazer, and white tee for a weekend smart/casual look.
WIN a $200 Prezzy Card to shop your favourite plum delights
Not only do the Kapiti team have good taste (what a gorgeous colour!) they also want to share the love – they have given me a $200 Prezzy card to give away to one lucky reader to go and shop the gorgeous array of plum fashion in stores right now, and of course, you also get a taste of Kapiti Limited Edition Black Doris PLum & Créme Fraîche ice cream!
COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.
THANKS FOR YOUR ENTRIES!!
So this winter, say why not to colour, especially the gorgeous plum and wear it with confidence! That, and treat yourself to eat ice cream too – I know I will be!
Until Next Time, In Love & Style Always,
This post was brought to you by Kapiti‘s limited edition Black Doris Plum & Créme Fraîche Ice Cream. Please support the brands that support this blog.
Competition terms and conditions: Open to NZ residents only. The winner will notified via email and has 3 working days to reply otherwise the competition will be re-drawn. Competition closes at 8pm on Wednesday May 13th 2015.
Am loving the plum inspiration! I’m pretty sure I could rock the Smashbox Plum Scene lipstick… and my 5 year old students enjoy commenting on my accessories so this would give them something to talk about. 😉
Can I say the my favourite is the ice cream? Seriously though my wife would love to be able to spend some money on herself and I would be pretty damn happy with the ice cream. Actually I’ll say the best one is the lipstick -I’m pretty sure she wore that colour lipstick on our wedding day.
haha good answer Luke 😉 Oh that is so sweet that you remember her lip colour from her wedding day 🙂
PS. my husband was also suitably impressed with your answer haha
Wow, great competition and great colour. Firstly let me say thanks to Kapiti for the delicious plum ice cream. Love it. And thanks for gifting the $200 gift card. What to choose??? The skirt is divine as are the shoes and the top, but to be on the safe side I’d go for the lippy; no problem with fit 🙂
hahaha GREAT reasoning there Desiree
Love the EziBuy top – looks so versatile. Might have to take a trip to the store and buy one!
do it! well worth it 🙂
Definitely the pencil skirt! WOW will definitely turn heads with that one! Love the look of it. Mmm and that icecream sounds absolutely devine
It’s such a gorgeous skirt isn’t it!
4. EziBuy Capture shell top, love the colour and it looks super comfy and versatile, could mix and match with a lot of other items! Love!
it sure would!
Tossing up between the skirt and the lipstick, I think I’ll go with the sexy lipstick as don’t have any that colour and it is gorgeous!
Both great choices! Good luck in the comp!
The top in plum. Being a redhead with olive tones, plum is a colour that works really well for me (and it is redhead week thanks to Prince Harry)!
ooooooooh that sounds beautiful! Go Price Harry and his read hair haha
For me I would have to say the lipstick.It looks fun and seductive 🙂 The chance of dressing around it and standing out in a crowdbis something I woild take the chance and doing
Go you! Such a sexy colour isn’t it
Oooo the lippy looks fun. Haven’t had a chance to try a darker lip yet so would love $200 to update the lippy suite with fun new colours xx
That would definitely get you a lippy or two wouldn’t it 😉 good luck in the comp lady! xx
I love the Witchery plum pencil skirt. Pencil skirts suit me (mostly) because they slim my thighs and usually stop just below my knees, concealing my fat knees and giving the impression I have long calves. What more could I want? (Maybe the lippy – I love that colour; it reminds me of my youth).
Sounds like a dream combination!! Good luck! xx
The ezibuy Capture Shell top for sure. I readily admit my go to look is always jeans or skinny pants with tops so this top looks like perfection. Could wear it dressy like the pic or plain, and this colour is to die for. Great with black or denim I think. It will also match well with my glass of merlot. Just saying!
oh snap! totally with you on the merlot 😉
I love the witchery pencil skirt! It’s a gorgeous colour and pencil skirts are easy to dress up and down which is perfect for a new mum like me.
Sounds like it would be perfect! Good luck in the comp (and with the bubba!!) xx
The Witchery Pencil skirt *adorbs* it’s time to bring a bit of rock chic to the office!
Isn’t it just!! Love rock chic – good luck
Loving the Mollini flats. They would spice up my bland mummy basics nicely…..
they are all you need to add some pop! xx
I just adore the Mollini burgundy check shoes from StyleTread. They’re incredibly cool, they’re just that little bit different but not too crazy. They’re pretty versatile too as they would look great with jeans, mini & pencil skirts, & tailored trousers too! Perfecto!!
They are pretty fun aren’t they!!
that lippie is gorg! Love it!
it’s pretty spesh isn’t it
Love the skirt – perfect for work and play!
totally agree Wendy!
I love this colour for winter!! Would have to go with the lippy cos it’s a bit daring and perfect for the season
ooooh it is a little bit daring isn’t it Crystle – good luck in the comp!!
Soo hard to choose but I’m a dairy queen and adore Kapiti
haha ice cream all the way then Kate!
Love the shoes, and that you can use them in combo with other outfits. Plus the lippy, who doesn’t love Smashbox?
Totally agree Adrienne, how GOOD is Smashbox!
I am all about that lipstick, especially this season, it’s so perfect for autumn and winter. I haven’t tried any Smashbox lipsticks but that colour pay off looks divine. (though lets be honest, if I could pick anything mentioned above i’d pick the ice-cream – I have an addiction that even the coldness of winter can’t stop haha)
haha you’re not the first one to say that Stephanie 😉 HIGHLY recommend Smashbox. I didn’t use it before I moved to NZ (not a big in Aus) but now I’m a total convert!!
Love those shoes! So hard to find nice winter flats that AREN’T black! And that top comes a very close second – it’s beautiful! I’d love to try a dark shade of lippy like that too…but not sure I’m game enough!
SO hard isn’t it Yvette! Go on, give a dark lippy a go! Perfect for winter 😉
Love the Collette necklace, I’m just getting into statement necklaces, following your advice of course, this would work well with so many items I already have. And a great way to try a different color I’d never thought of! Thanks for some great ideas to try
haha you’re such a good student Jody 🙂
Oh my there are all gorgeous. Inspiring colour that I must have. My favourite has to be the skirt, stunning colour without being too look me & a very flattering shape 🙂 I love plum!!!
How AMAZE is the skirt! I think it’s my favourite too – good luck with the comp!
Definitely the lippy! Loving darker colours for winter to make my blue eyes pop and that colour is gorgeous! Just what i’m looking for! Love the blog post 🙂
thanks Anna! Sounds like the lippy would look amazing on you! Good luck with the comp!
Im in love with the smashbox lippy! Tried the Kapiti Black Doris Plum and as with all their icecream it is to die for ♥♥♥
Soooooo yummy isn’t it Aroha!
Love the Ezibuy top…looks so comfy and versatile 🙂
it sure does!
Loving the look of lippy I’ve been looking for a colour I’ve not seen any other brand with that depth of plum as yet
It’s divine isn’t it Emma
Number 5! love those Mollini shoes from Styletread!!! Except I suspect that they won’t be available in a 43 🙁
oh no Deb!! have a look though!!! xx
Love the rich colour of the shell top but the skirt is my favourite.
me too Tanya 😉
I’m loving the plum colour and I wouldn’t have imagined myself being interested in wearing purple until I saw the skirt and top they are gorgeous definite must buys. I would pair the plum skirt with a pair of knee high black boots and a white slouchy turtleneck cableknit sweater. I would pair the plum top with a pair of skinny black jeans. Not sure if I would be brave enough to wear a plum lipstick though I think I will leave that to Lorde. I’m looking forward to trying the new plum flavour of Kapiti Ice-Cream it sounds divine.
haha I LOVE your styling ideas Isabelle! Don’t be put off by the plum lippy though! it’s not as dark as you think, and will flatter most colourings 😉 oh and the ice-cream? DEFINITELY worth a try!
I have been on the hunt for a gorgeous plum lippy for a while and can’t find a really nice one I love, I have heard so many great things about smash box so this would be perfect to inject a pop of colour on a cold winters day for me.
HIGHLY recommended Jasmine, Smashbox convert right here!
Definitely the pencil skirt. It has a touch of 50’s vamp about it 😉
oh it SO does Jo!
Number 3. Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene!!! I’ll be honest, Number 3 is my favourite because the number 3 is actually my favourite number, hehe, no but really…number 3, Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene, it sounds perfect if you ask me, I love the shade & the dark plum colour, Great to wear in the day or at night, either one or the other, The perfect lippy to go with my winter outfits, I definitely could see myself & my pout rocking this, You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream, That new Kapiti ice cream sounds like a dream, It sounds pretty delish & a $200 prezzy card is on my wishlist. ✨
haha well if number 3 is your favourite number then the lipstick it is haha!!
Each peach, pear, plum… I like the pencil skirt because from work to dinner it’s number one!!!
cute rhyme Michelle!! good luck in the comp 😉
Love, love the skirt, oooh and it all!
too many to choose from hey Janelle!
Lipstick – plum hues like red wine stains, wonderful autumnal tones. A perfect contrast for black, charcoal, chocolate or navy
Such beautiful colour combos aren’t they Michelle
I absolutely love the Mollini shoes from Styletread as they are so unique with their patterning and colours used. I can see them being a really versatile shoe to wear with skirts and pants.
So versatile aren’t they Kim! I love that you can see them in your wardrobe already 😉
Shoes! The colors are great! And as I am a tall girl the flats are ideal. Love that they still look feminine and elegant.
I hear ya on the tall girl in flats Megan!
Yum, the skirt. Flattering, nice, long lean lines. Just super chic. I’d feel a million dollars in that with high boots and a slim fit jumper.
I’m sure you’ll look a million dollars too Kath!
My favourite item is most definitely the plum skirt! Such a versatile piece- can be dressed up or down, worn for work or for play and because it’s a darker colour it’s flattering for the hourglass shape. The colour is also pretty versatile too- can be worn with white/cream, grey navy and black!
Great colour-combos you’ve got going there Sophie – good luck in the comp!
Love the ezibuy top with the necklace! Not sure I could rock the plum lipstick but might just give it a go!
You never know until you try 😉
Love the Witchery pencil skirt because pencil skirts are super flattering and such a chic silhouette and in plum it’s much more of a statement than predictable black.
They sure are Judith! Good luck with the comp
I love the necklace!! Black looks soo bad on me, I would have to have colour close to my face to get away with it, and it is such a gorgeous statement, and who doesn’t love statement necklaces!!
I KNOW right!? LOVE a statement necklace, and you are right, great way to break up black
Number 5! love those Mollini shoes from Styletread!!!
they are pretty fun aren’t they Laura
Loving Plum Scene! I’m all about soft, muted and demure eyes and leaving a dramatic and vibrant lippy to do all the “talking”. BOOM!
HOT!!!!
Love the lusciousness of that Plum lipstick!
it’s gorge isn’t it Caitlin
It’s difficult to choose between the Colette necklace and the Mollini flats. I’d love the necklace to brighten up the huge amount of black in my wardrobe but I guess the favourite item would have to be the shoes as they are quite unique!
Well if you win you can have both haha! Good luck!
Definitely the Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene looks like a gorgeous colour exactly like what I’ve been looking for! Loving the darker lips for winter!
oh snap! Glad I could bring it to your attention then 😉 good luck in the comp
I love the Witchery pencil skirt. I’m slowly trying to add more colour to my wardrobe so think this would be a good start!
I tried the Kapiti plum ice cream at the Rialto at the weekend, it is soo good!
a VERY good start to bringing colour to your wardrobe. Happy to hear you love the Ice cream too…. what movie did you see???
I love the Witchery Pencil Skirt! But I dont think it would do much for my fugure so my fave is the Lipstick by Smashbox would be perfect for those wintery days and to add a pop of colour to winter outfits!
The lipstick is such a gorgeous colour in’t it Shani 🙂
I love the shell top, it could be dressed up or down and hides those bits you don’t want people to see !
haha it totally could!
Mollini shoes from Styletread are awesome! I could mix and match those with so many of my outfits. Id wear them to death! Loving plum lippie at the moment too!
they are pretty fun aren’t they 🙂
Love the shoes – they will go with anything!
they so will Nicola!
Love the gorgeous skirt! And have just realized I actually don’t own one skirt – not one! How crazy is that! ☺
haha well fingers crossed we can change that Jo!
My favourite item is the necklace by Colette Hayman as I love necklaces, especially bold statement pieces. Oh, and I love ice cream too! 🙂
A girl after my own heart Manita – I LOVE a statement necklace too!
I have been waiting for the world to acknowledge plum as a great go-to color!!! My absolute favorite is the Witchery pencil skirt for so many reasons: the colour; that stunning figure hugging cut; and that fabric looks so touchable and butter-like! I would partner it with my mustard yellow cardigan and mustard yellow necklace by elk (one you recommended to me a couple weeks back – many thanks for that buy!)
haha consider it acknowledged 😉 LOVE LOVE LOVE the idea with mustard – so happy you found it 😉
Omg I am in love with so many. I am very lucky that I suit the colour as it is gorgeous colour. I would love the skirt for work, it is so gorgeous. Plus I would wear it out to the pub anyday haha when have a child free night which is never lol. I would camp it up with that beautiful necklace and omg that lipstick looks amazing. See told you so hard to choose haha. I want them all. Suit my reddish hair but I am so in love with that skirt. Dream to have that. 🙂
hahahaha well my fingers are crossed for you 😉
I love those Mollini shoes, because I love wearing flats but its so hard to find stylish flats.
So hard isn’t it Nicole! Styletread is a great place for stylish flats in general!
i love the witchery skirt, would look fantastic dressed up or down for going out but also love the shoes I think they’d look great with a pair of jeans for that tidy/casual look
so hard to choose from aren’t they Rebecca!
I like the shell top because I am lucky enough to suit plum colours, so this would be a great staple for winter. I would experiment with colour matching away from black too, maybe team it with some dark denim jeans, pair it with grey or charcoal, or cream if I was really game! I like the Capture brand because the clothes last well, fit nicely (read: forgiving) and always have an easy care fabric – I don’t have time for delicates in winter! I love plum because it brightens up what is usually known as the gloomy time of year, without going OTT 🙂 My only question is, if I spilled Doris Plum icecream on it, would it stain or blend in lol. Not that I would ever let any escape, it sounds delicious!
haha it would TOTALLY blend in! The ice-cream is practically the same colour haha
I would take the plum lipstick. Can’t go wrong with a nice plum lippy!
no you can’t go wrong Sarah 🙂
I love that skirt most, but the lippy is amazing too, might need to go out and purchase it
the lippy is pretty amazing Lesley!
Ooh I love the Witchery pencil skirt!
Perfect style for the office and a gorgeous change in colour from my go to black for work! 🙂
It really is the perfect work skirt isn’t it!
Great blog piece!! Fave piece would be the Smashbox Legendary Lipstick in Plum Scene. Love the colour – perfect for warming up dreary winter days. Plum has been a favourite winter colour for a few years.
Thanks Kate! So happy to hear you love plum – how gorgeous is the lippy
Plum pencil skirt and shoes, they can easily match with everything.
they sure can!
I love the Molli shoes from Style tread.
they’re great aren’t they – StyleTread in general is awesome
I LOVE the plum flats. It is my birthday today and my Mum took me shopping for a new pair of shoes but I was not inspired so got nothing! (plus had my toddlers in tow…) but these are such a change from plain flats
oh HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! Now you can buy these for your birthday haha
EziBuy Capture shell top, I love the plum colour in all things! But I damaged my last plum top by ironing it with a ‘too hot’ iron, it melted.
oh no! if in doubt, iron inside out 😉
It’s hard to pick. The shoes are great, but I think the lippy is a great burst of colour for the coming cooler weather.
too hard to pick right?? Good choices though!
Skirt, necklace and lipsticks looks great! Love this colour 🙂
Such a great colour isn’t it Sarah!
Love love love the lippy! A statement lippy is essential in autumn/winter n plum color makes my green eyes pop!
oooh pretty!
Love the witchery pencil neck skirt gorgeous colour so easy to dress up or down
so true!
Love love the plum skirt and shoes…. that skirt wold go with so many different tops
Wouldn’t it!
The ‘lippy’ because however dreadful you feel or think you look a dash of that lovely plum lippy would put a smile on my face
Couldn’t agree more Kim!
I like the plum shoes cause I would give it to my sister in law who would love a pair of shoes that would go with multiple dresses! She is mother of my four gorgeous neices/nephews so spending on shoes is an out of reach luxury! She would love it!
awwww that’s so lovely Heather!!
Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene $45 -= I don’t have to worry whether it will fit me or not!!
haha SO true!! love it
I’m loving the plum pencil skirt. I have been looking for one exactly like that.but in saying that I am also in love with the plum smashbox lippy.die for
haha well if you win, maybe you can buy both 😉
I looooove the colour! Not one I’ve worn much of but imagine it would be great for winter – currently I go for navy when trying to avoid black. Think I would start with the top, so versatile! And then try the lippie on my pale winter skin! Aaaand then I’d smudge it all off with the icecream…
haha yeah ya would! I love the idea of this plum colour with navy, nice sophisticated combo
I love the Eazybuy Plum Top looks comfy
I think it would be very comfy Sushil!
Loving the Witchery Pencil Skirt.. such a classic and definitely agree with pairing it with and crisp white blouse.. so elegant and feminine. .
It’s such a keeper that skirt isn’t it Michelle!
I like the pencil skirt, because
* It is a nice warm colour
* Witchery is a quality brand
* It is flattering
* It is feminine !
* It can be dressed up or dressed down, like you say.
I have tried the ice cream too, and it really hit the spot.
Cheers x
GREAT answer! and big thumbs up to the ice cream! I have it sitting in my freezer waiting to be eaten tonight!
Number 3. I’m a red head and wear dark mascara and a deeper coloured lipstick suits me better then a bright red (which looks kinda freakish on me lol) so this is perfect! 🙂
oooOOOoooo gorgeous!
Love the Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene- I think it’s a great colour, would really suit my skin tone!
SUCH a rich, luscious colour isn’t it!
What caught my eye the most was the Pencil skirt from Witchery. Ahh my favourite shop to begin with! I love the leather look of it and how easy it would be to dress it up or down. Midi skirts im in love with at the moment too. Plum is such a georgous colour I could wear it daily.
It’s a pretty dang good skirt isn’t it!
I love the flats!! I’m a home visiting nurse so need flat shoes that I can slip on and off and these are so stylish!! No excuse to not look awesome at work as well!!
perfect!!
The Witchery plum pencil skirt is to die for!
It’s the perfect Autumn/Winter shade
I’d wear it to class, work or dinner and drinks
I’ll definitely need some new clothes if I eat too much of that ice cream anyway
hahahaha! that made me step away from the cheese I was eating ;-O
A tie between the Witchery pencil skirt and the Smashbox lipstick! The colour is absolutely gorgeous!
totally with you on that – if you win you could just buy both haha!
I like the Ezibuy top it looks easy to dress up or down and the colour is lovely too
Love a bit of versatility!
I like the Mollini shoes best. The pattern makes them interesting, but the use of neutral colours means they will go most anything!
How awesome would they look just with jeans!
Love the lipstick – Smashbox is such a great brand, and that colour is amazing.
And the ice cream sounds devine… Black Doris Plum & Créme Fraîche – YUM!
I KNOW right?!?! (on both accounts!)
Love the ezibuy top perfect for winter
It’s a pretty useful top isn’t it Ingrid 🙂
Love that lipstick! U can’t go wrong with plum 🙂
It’s a gorgeous shade isn’t it
That skirt!!! Oh man. Might have to save my pennies to buy it. If I don’t win 😉 😉 .. I am definitely a fan of plum. And i have to say.. Guesss what ice cream flavour just got on to my shopping list!!? Yay plum!
fingers are crossed for you!
lt has to be the Lipstick! Will go awesomely well with the dark greens and beige outfits I have for winter! Moreover my daughter who is 4 thinks its a fab color! happy winters to all.
oooOOOoo I like what you’ve done there! Haha well if Miss 4 thinks it’s cool, it must be xx
I love them all! If I had to pick my fav, I’d start with the Witchery pencil skirt – followed closely by the Mollini shoes and Smashbox lipstick…. Hard choice though. Love the plum shade you’ve chosen for the items – almost as much as Kapiti Black Doris Creme Fraiche Icecream!
pretty much my pics too – snap! great taste
I love the Ezibuy Plum Top because of it’s great colour and looks very versatile and comfy.
It totally would be wouldn’t it!
Love love LOVE the skirt! This would definitely be a hit in my wardrobe (well, to be honest it’d spend all it’s time being worn or in the wash). Perfect with a pair of heels or some delicious leather boots. I’m a tad obsessed with grey this season, but I’m thinking plum could be a close second after this.
yup, I’m with you. The more people talk about that skirt, the more I want it!
Apart from the Kapiti ice cream which is just making me drool, I love the Mollini shoes. I love flats and this one is very stylish and will make an outfit look more put together.
how GOOD does it look! And how awesome are pretty flat shoes!
Definitely go for the skirt first love the plum colour would look stunning with a white crop chiffon top for fresh sassy look. That Lipps though would be a close second the perfect colour for the cooler months and something to shake up my usual nude/natural makeup look. Not to mention that ice cream had me at hello!!! Yummm
haha yay for all of the above!
I love the colour plum!!! I think I would get the EziBuy Capture shell top. Besides being gorgeous, it looks like it has a bit of room in the tummy area for if I indulge in a little too much Kapiti icecream 😛
haha true dat!
Love the EziBuy Capture shell top, nice color and looks nice to wear for work or outing.
very true Sue 🙂
love black doris icecream its delish .. the EziBuy Capture shell top is just what I need to add to my wardrobe for this season
Glad to hear you are already loving the ice-cream! It’s a great top to add to any wardrobe isn’t it :-0
ZOMG!!!! My absolute favourite of these plums is the Kapiti Black Doris Plum and Creme Fraiche Ice Cream!!! I’ve love it since I was much younger and every time a trip took us to or past the Lindale farm, we would stop for our Kapiti Ice Creams, and Hokey Pokey… all the flavours were absolutely delicious, but I absolutely adore the plum one the best!!! Have been seriously dying in the wait for this to come to the supermarkets, and now I get to scour them in search!!! YAY!!!!!
haha how excited are you!!! cute!
The Witchery Pencil Skirt – pencil skirts are so flattering, and give me a tonne of confidence in my appearance – and this one would go well with so many tops that I have already.
yay! Confidence is key!!
The shoes as they are a great pattern and would brighten up a winters day!
they sure would!
I’m loving the Mollini shoes. I always forget i could add a touch of colour to my footwear!
totally! it’s one of THE easiest ways to add some interest to any outfit 🙂
Love the top and lipstick. Both would definitely work with my very black and baby friendly wardrobe. My usual go to for a quick look and feel good is a red lipstick- may have to give plum a whirl. 🙂
I think you totally should! And yes, black and plum is a great combo!
The ezi buy plum shell top.Love the colour firstly it would look lovely as you say with black I have a lovely black pant that this would go with.Love the way it hangs.Stunning colour for Autumn and winter somthing very stylish dressrd up or down.
Sounds delightful Linda 🙂
EziBuy Capture Shell Top – because of all the items it is the one that matches my style and taste.
Nice! Good luck with the comp 🙂
The Mollini shoes is my absolute fave. I have dark hair and plum is my all time style colour. Suits me to a T …love the news that a Plum revival is coming in I fully embrace it and with the added extra of Kapiti ice cream I have zoomed to plum heaven
haha so true! Plum and brunettes is GOLD!
I would Love for my partner to have that plum shirt it looks cool and refreshing
go you Craig! Good luck in the comp!
I love the lipstick – very Lorde! And the ice-cream looks scrummy too.
Oh it’s TOTALLY Lorde isn’t it!
The plum pencil skirt. I had one just like it from Lippy about 15 years ago and it was my favourite thing in my wardrobe for years!! Now my witchery black pencil skirt is my favourite item in my wardrobe 😉 but although I am in love with the plum one I can’t really justify another purchase having been an at home mum for some years now! Would love to be able to rock the plum vinyl look again!
Well my fingers are crossed you win then! that way you can have the best of both – pencil skirt AND plum!
The EziBuy Capture shell top would my choice as it is a great colour, shape and would go with so many things I already have in my wardrobe.
The plum skirt!! That’s the first thing I would buy if I won, followed by the lipstick!
haha me too! good choices 🙂
I love the necklace – it’s a gorgeous colour and so a good price! Have to admit I’m a bit dubious of plum as a clothing colour as it can veer into its ugly cousin maroon territory depending on shade (I’m sure I’m not the only one who has permanent loathing of maroon after wearing it as high school uniform!)
haha thats SO funny you say that! I’m not a huge fan of maroon EXACTLY for that reason too so totally hear ya on that!!!
Love the plum skirt – the colour is gorgeous!
Such a lovely skirt isn’t 🙂
Am loving the Ezibuy Plum Top which would be so much kinder to my face as I’m “maturing”. I know (from expert advice!) that I should be experimenting with colour and this ticks all the boxes.
Haha yes colour is always good 🙂
I love the shoes. I’ve recently started a job with 100 year old wooden spirals stairs between me and the bathroom. I need something flat and rocking that I can wear to look professional and safely travel up and down those two levels of scary stairs.
OMG that sounds amazing and terrifying at the same time – glad I can help you find some shoes to navigate those stairs!
Loving the plum pencil skirt, just what I need to break up the black at work!
It would look gorgeous on you too lady!! x
i love the skirt. I wouldn’t be brave enough to wear plum on the top half but with a black or white top and ankle boots I’d totally wear the skirt!
yay! There is always a way to add some colour into your wardrobe 😉
I love the plum skirt and agree it would look fab with a grey t-shirt.
It seems to be a fave doesn’t it! I think I’m going to have to buy this skirt!
I love the plum top from Ezibuy! I’m one of those people who shouldn’t really wear black close to my face, but it can be tricky sometimes to find tops that are in a beautiful rich yet dark colour like that!
It sure can! Glad to be able to give you another option 🙂
Oooh I am loving that Plum skirt!! Don’t have anything Plum in my wardrobe but it definitely looks like it would go with so many things 🙂 What a great “thinking” post!
haha I love that you call it a “thinking” post – I love to get people thinking more about style 😉
Kapiti is my favourite ice cream of all time! I love that top and I also like the necklace. It’s not something I would usually pick but I can see it adding real interest to an outfit.
oh good one! You’ll have to try the new flavour for sure!
I love those shoes!! I think shoes like that can transform your whole outfit. Would love to welcome them to my wardrobe.
How sweet are they!
I love the witchery pencil skirt. Such a vampy colour and would be perfect for work or adding a pair of stilettos, cute top and statement necklace for a night out with the girls! X
Me too! It IS such a vampy colour!
Hi Cait, I love the plum top from Ezibuy, so functional dress it up, dress it down – perfect for the busy mum dropping kids to school and lunching with your besties….wonderful thanks for sharing. Cheers! Lara
So true! Versatility is key right? My pleasure for sharing! x
Ah I want them all! Love your styling suggestions. My fav are the shoes, great way to wear my not so favourite colour.
haha I want them all too!
Plum is a gorgeous colour! Love the skirt but think my favorite is those gorgeous Mollini shoes! They would go with so much! Flat shoes are my best friend at the moment being 36 weeks pregnant. This prize would be amazing to shop after having bubs soon 🙂
oh exciting!! Well good luck with the comp xx
Loving those Mollini shoes! I can’t handle heels every day so I love flats that have a bit of wow factor. These add a great pop of colour and pattern to a plain outfit.
Totally with you on the flat shoes vs heels!
My fave is the Collette Hayman necklace! Its a statement piece that you could wear with just about anything and is perfect for any occasion from work, casual, weddings, parties, etc. Im going out tomorrow to get it, I love it!
Totally! you know I love a good statement necklace!
I love the pencil skirt so luxurious and versatile. I am definitely adding some plum to my wardrobe this winter.
yay! How gorgeous is the skirt 🙂
Colette!
Luuuurve it & going to buy it!
Why? My amazzzing stylist taught me all about vertical lines and how necklaces like Colette create a scoop.
Bring on the plum <3
haha sounds like you have an awesome stylist 😉 xx
I love the pencil skirt and plum is a beautiful alternative to black. I need an injection of plum in my wardrobe!
yeah you do! How gorgeous is the skirt 🙂
Love all the items but my favourite would be the shoes.Can see them looking good with a few items in my wardrobe. Loving that plum is coming through this season.
Me too! Plum is such a nice alternative to black
Definitely the Smashbox lippy, would love to get brave with bright lips!
you can do it!!! be brave 🙂
I love the Smashbox legendary lipstick. I have a lipstick similar colour and I have been a bit afraid to wear it but this blog has made me think it’s about time to get it out and rock it!
good! Give it a go, what’s the worst that could happen? 😉
I just bought a beautiful plum wool sweater from Glassons with little gold zips up the side.
Looking forward to some colder days so I can enjoy this new colour addition to my wardrobe
ooooOOOoooo sounds gorgeous! I’ve have to go and check it out!
Aww I’m loving the plum pencil skirt – it’s gorgeous!! After having the awesome consultation and now have a better idea of shape and colourings that suit me, I am really inspired and would totally love some gorgeous plum in my wardrobe – and that skirt is stunning!
oh so happy to hear Ngaire! I was so lovely to meet you guys! x
I am so in LOVE with the Witchery pencil skirt in plum! I always go for pencil skirts as they make the most of my legs. Plus the slim fit of the pencil suits my figure. LOVE the plum! If I win, I think I will be getting the skirt! 🙂 <3
With you on the pencil skirts! 😉 Good luck in the comp!
Love the Colette Necklace as not sure how plum colour would suit on me so with an accessory could be the perfect baby step to adding plum into my wardrobe 🙂
so true Michelle! Accessories are a great way to test out a colour in your wardrobe
I really love the Mollini shoes. I can’t wear purple but the plum colours work really well form and these shoes would be so versatile. Love them!!!
yay! they are a nice, subtle hint of plum aren’t they!
Love this colour! My fave would have to be the lippy, for my wedding I was told to get a plum lipstick as the make-up artist told me it would really suit me but I was too scared of such a bold colour so went for a lighter shade of plum/rose. But I would love to try it on any other occasion! The ice-cream also sounds divine…
oooooh I’m sure it would have been AMAZING for your wedding (I went bold with a dark grey nail for mine, and SO glad I did!) How good does the ice cream sound!
I’ve found that since I’ve been back in NZ, I’ve been struggling to find colours in the last couple of seasons that I’m comfortable with and that suit me…which us why I’m really excited about and absolutely loving the Ezibuy plum top! Plum is awesome! (So is dark teal ^^ )
oh yay! Yeah colour is hard to find here, especially in Winter! (totally with you on the dark teal too – two thumbs up from me!)
I am a real necklace girl so I love the necklace, in fact I am going to try and get myself one!!
I love the top! Purple is my favorite colour but I don’t own anything in this kind of plum shade. Would really suit my work wardrobe
It would look great on you!!
I love the necklace! I think if u want to try plum this would be a perfect place to start!
It sure would Whaea! Not too big and scary, but a nice way to add some colour 🙂
I do love the Ezibuy shell top. I’ve always loved plum colours so am excited to see more of it this year 🙂
Oh yay! it’s such a rich, sophisticated colour 🙂
The plum lipstick, would love to try a bold lip will start with this great tip with the lip Liner!
I’ve got a similar colour and I wore it the other night! I LOVED it!
The Smashbox Be Legendary lipstick in Plum Scene – I love a bold lip and this colour looks so rich.
Totally with you on that Claire! It’s my fave in that bunch too
I love the plum lipstick from Smashbox – perfect deep & rich colour for the coming winter and suits cozy outfits with cute accessories like hats and scarves. Also really pops against paler winter skin like mine!!
ooooooh I can see it! Sounds divine
Hi Cait
I would have to say it’s the plum skirt- I love your suggestion to wear it in a more casual way with a grey marle t-shirt-I can so see me doing this! Love finding ways to wear things that I may usually walk right past- so feeling inspired right now- that’s why I love your posts:)
Its really awesome hey! So happy that my suggestion gave you another perspective!
I like the skirt! Although the top is also really nice. And the ice cream… yummmm
Now good does the ice cream look haha!
Oh yum, just looking at that ice cream is making me hungry ;-). Plum’s a refreshing change from winter black but I find it’s no good near my face, so I’d be opting for those great Mollini shoes too, for a subtle touch of plum teamed with some other lovely colours I find easier to wear.
Oh nice! I’m with you, such a lovely colour for winter to wear instead of black – I love it with navy! (like in the shoes)
I love this colour so much and that ice-cream also sounds so so yummy and a little bit fancy at the same time!! Winner. Those shoes are so many shades of fabulous – what a colour combo! I would wear it exactly as you suggested.
How yummy does it sound! can’t wait to try it xx
Love love love those Mollini shoes. Would be fun picking out the different colours to wear with them.
I know right? Love the idea of the plum with navy, like in the shoes