The Lust List: Converse High Tops

Converse All Star high tops have been on the 'will purchase soon' list for a few months now; but for some reason I never got round to it.

As a recent treat myself and a few girlfriends took a weekend trip to Barcelona. The weekend was full of long lunches of tapas and sangria, cocktails in the evening and of course, plenty of sight seeing. It was during the sight seeing that I realised just how useful that pair of 'will purchase soon' converse would have been. Although sunny, the weather was not always hot enough for gladiator sandals, and a pair of funked-up pumps would have been the perfect shoe.

Since returning from sunny Spain, I have invested in this lead grey pair, which arrived at 7.30 this morning and will be promptly worn for tonight's outing to the pub. Practical and gorgeous!

I love the colour, and the high top makes them perfect to wear with jeans or leggings and a rock tee during the day, and I might even brave wearing them with a floral mini dress for that urban rock look at night.

All Star Hi Lead Grey, Office, £41.99

The Lust List...

If this beauty is anything to go by, it looks like Spring/Summer 11 is going to be a great season for River Island.

This yellow skirt will breathe new life into any tired Winter wardrobe.

The loose fit and retro pattern create a vintage vibe and the use of dark brown in the skirt makes it the perfect transitional piece.

It's the little details that ensure River Island is at the top of it's game - so often a cute little belt is included in the price of a dress or skirt. On this occasion I adore the included belt, and it makes styling this skirt a doddle.

Wear with brown brogues and a plain knit cardie now and with a satchel and tee come Summer.

Yellow Floral Print Skirt, River Island, £24.99