My favourites: the block heel

Despite being 5'8 and a bit, I love a good heel. Having a heel often has the effect of enhancing an outfit and encouraging good posture. But then, we must also consider the comfort factor. No one wants to feel like they are walking a tightrope. That's why I just love block heels. They give you height, confidence, and comfort. They can also be worn day or night, depending on the occasion. Here are five of my favourites.

1. The Strappy One

Montana Platform Block Heels, Office £48 

2. The Boot One

White Mountain Cayden Block Heel Booties, Macys £72.79

3. The Pretty One

Yasmin Scalloped Block Heel Pumps, Kate Spade £187

4. The Patent One

 White Patent Strap Block Heel Shoes, Quiz £24.99

5. The Glam One

Megan Pointed Blook Heel Sling Back, Boohoo £25

Fitspo fashion

Recently, we have seen a new trend that is a little bit different to normal. Rather than some form of clothing that is now 'in', having graced the catwalks of high fashion (think the pink coat trend a few years ago) this one is about when you wear your clothes. A number of celebrities and models have been channelling a look that more and more women are following: gym wear as outerwear.

Supermodel Gigi Hadid

Whereas once upon a time, leggings, trainers and a Nike vest were a symbol of going to or indeed returning from the gym (depending on the levels of sweat and the degree of face redness), now, the look is frequently being used as a go-to outfit for other occasions. Fitspo fashion is becoming a thing. Grabbing a coffee with friends? This look is totally suitable.

Perhaps it's because of the launch of extra cool gym wear by the likes of Fabletics and Sweaty Betty. Often costing a fair amount, to limit this to just one hour on the cross-trainer where your next door neighbour and (if lucky) a hot guy might see it, seems, well, a bit of a waste. And with the likes of Gigi Hadid, the Kardashians and Joan Smalls frequently seen out and about in sportswear, why not?

Sweaty Betty, Shanti Padded Yoga Bra, £40

And another thing. Is it me or is there something quite empowering about this look? It shouts active and confident. Indeed, the first outfit we saw Taylor Swift in, following her break up with Tom Hiddleston, was a sports one - albeit she was actually going to workout. It's also typically flattering. The companies design these lycra bid gear with the female shape in mind, offering some essential support built into their sports bras. (Which, by the way, are *so* much comfier than normal bras...)

Fashion (fitspo) goals

Is this something I'll be doing all the time? Goodness no. Sacrificing 95% of my wardrobe for a sporty look is not going to happen anytime soon. But popping out to the shops? Maybe next time I'll grab my running leggings and trainers, over my jeans and boots.

The easiest accessory there is?

Bags, shoes, jewellery, hats, watches, belts, scarfs - otherwise known as accessories. That is, those things you add to your clothes in order to bring together or, if you're feeling bold, mix up an outfit.

Make-up can also be an important element of any look. Recently, I've become a huge fan of lipstick and the almighty power it has in being able to enhance and transform an outfit, much in the way an accessory can.

I'm not kidding, it really does the trick. Blue jeans and a white t-shirt. Pretty standard, right? Team it with a red lipstick and you have instantly upped your game in the fashion stakes. A black dress on a night out - smoking. Even more so if you add a sultry dash of purple on the lip.

Supermodel Miranda Kerr sporting red lips with a plan white tee.

Don't get me wrong, sometimes when you're heading to the shops all you really need is a slick of Nivea lip balm. Nevermind the hassle. But for the times when you have an appointment or an event, the simplest accessory to add is lipstick.

I'm first and foremost a fashion blogger, as opposed to beauty, but the ability lipstick has to compliment your clothes is something less talked about. It is often the clothes or the make-up that is the centre of discussion, but these two can - and definitely should - compliment each other.

Think matching your pink top with a pink lipstick in a slightly different shade, or wearing all black with a bold orange clour. My favourite look at the moment is a deep maroon shade, like the one from MAC below, which adds a sense of mystery and class to an outfit.

One point of warning, though - unlike a handbag or scarf, which alters your look in a matter of seconds, lipstick is something you definitely can't rush. Depending on how lip savvy you are, set aside 5-10 minutes to make sure you apply it just right - and to ensure the shade compliments the colours and clothes you're already wearing.

Pucker up! x