The LOOK- Are you an April fool?

Can you believe it’s the 1^st of April? My phone bleats as the very same question in the form of a Whatsapp from my friend wakes me up to a hazy Dubai morning.

Stepping out on the balcony with my first cup of tea for the day, my worst fears are confirmed as the thick warm air that slowly settling around me signals the start of a hot sticky day. Summer has definitely arrived.

Determined not to let this dampen my mood, I move to my favourite part of the morning- deciding what to wear for the day. 

This outfit has to be one of my favourites because it is so simple and easy to throw on. Breakdown of the items is below.

1. Black A line sleeveless dress with high neck from Phase Eight at Debenhams- AED 410 (approximately)

2. 18k gold chain with Turquoise pendant from Dubai Gold souk- AED 800

3. Gold bangle from forever 21- AED 25

 4. Brown gladiator platform sandals from ALDO- AED 280

 5. Last but not least black leather tote bag from Nine West- AED 180

Now your probably wondering why i decided to go with the gladiator sandals instead of my black leather Charles & Keith pumps, for example. The reason is that I again wanted to bring some contrast and variety to the outfit.

Since the dress is quite conservative and formal, i thought the sandals would bring an element of fun to the ensemble. Besides the sandals match the strap on the tote so it kind of brings the effect that it matches when at the same time it doesn't. I like that too.

Anyway that pretty much sums up my attire for today. if you want make it more formal then just trade in the sandals for a pair of basic black pumps and throw on a blazer for good measure. Fool or fabulous? be sure to let me know! xx