So it's back to school for most of us unless you have an inset day; and I've hit the high street. Well M&S anyway to see their new season offering, in particular the 'as seen in Vogue' edit.
The advertising shots were appealing but the garments were disappointing in the flesh. I loved the look of this Tibi inspired crisp cotton off the shoulder blouse, above, and the quality was there but at £39.50 I was put off by the price thinking I could get something as good and less mainstream elsewhere.
Interestingly the only size left online is a size 16, all other sizes are sold out, so if you do want it buy in store now!
I also liked the pleated trouser and pleated A line skirt, shown left, which look fresh and crisp for summer teamed with brogues or leather pumps but was underwhelmed by the rest of the Autograph collection selected for the Vogue editorial.
The advertising shots were appealing but the garments were disappointing in the flesh. I loved the look of this Tibi inspired crisp cotton off the shoulder blouse, above, and the quality was there but at £39.50 I was put off by the price thinking I could get something as good and less mainstream elsewhere.
Interestingly the only size left online is a size 16, all other sizes are sold out, so if you do want it buy in store now!
I also liked the pleated trouser and pleated A line skirt, shown left, which look fresh and crisp for summer teamed with brogues or leather pumps but was underwhelmed by the rest of the Autograph collection selected for the Vogue editorial.
Click here to see what Vogue had to say after M&S launched their SS16 range and to see more of their offer coming to a store near you soon.
The press shots below are from the Limited edition range but weren't in store today when I visited and a long way off what was actually on offer, see above.
The only garment that piqued my interest was this cotton rich Bardot shirt, £29.50, but decided the shaped hem and cut was too short for me, when my tummy and waist aren't exactly my favourite areas!
It's a shame as I love the colour and like to show my shoulders, which are set to be this seasons 'on trend' erogenous zone, although the thought of exposing any flesh right now makes me shiver!
The press shots below are from the Limited edition range but weren't in store today when I visited and a long way off what was actually on offer, see above.
The only garment that piqued my interest was this cotton rich Bardot shirt, £29.50, but decided the shaped hem and cut was too short for me, when my tummy and waist aren't exactly my favourite areas!
It's a shame as I love the colour and like to show my shoulders, which are set to be this seasons 'on trend' erogenous zone, although the thought of exposing any flesh right now makes me shiver!
 SS16 Limited Edition |  SS16 Limited Edition |
I actually came away with some purchases but no garments just some pretty underwear from the Rosie for Autograph range, see below, and some workbooks for the children. I doubt they'll be too grateful for them after their first day back at school but they'll definitely come in useful over the Easter break.
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