Desperate times call for desperate measures and with that in mind I reached for my gigantic poncho to wear like a wonderful warm blanket. I'm sure it's larger than before. Perfect for trips to the supermarket unless you need to wear a cross body handbag and carry a basket in which case use caution. However sitting in the passenger seat on the car journey is a doddle.
It did occur to me at late stage that it did appear that I was only wearing tights and said blanket as my knitted skirt is such a short one that it can't often be seen 'neath the fringing. Who cares.
Usually I regret buying ponchos or unorthodox pieces for my wardrobe but I can say hand on heart that I'm self-congratulatory when I reflect on buying this one, it's just so good to wear!



Long boots (still not re-soled these oops) and a turtle neck.

I love the wonderful drape and swish with such voluminous material.
Take care,
Sophie

 This is a life goal moment - I'm ticking this one off the list. Can I wear a blanket? Yup. Totally can. Compared to my recent style this does look distinctively different but in terms of 'Sophie staples' it ticks all the right boxes. Ankle boots? Check. Skinnyfit trousers? Check. Absolute warmth and comfort? Check! Bingo, I think we've hit the jackpot.
 It was so cold out that the frosty leaves adhered to my soles. Like they'd been sprayed with glue before I tentatively picked my way across them.
 Reaching up to touch leaves, re-arranging my hair.  You may note that my legitimate blanket is a rectangle. Shorter at the front and with a large but minimalist design. I love everything about it.
 Tassels! Oooh yes, to tassels.


I tried a poncho in the past but it didn't feel comfortable. I think it's the ease of moving my arms which makes this one different. I can just carry out as normal but also retract in, just like a tortoise, under my cosy blanket. I feel the need to emphasise it is wonderfully warm to wear.

It's a keeper! I did buy this one from Asos probably over the summer so I don't imagine it's still available (sorry sorry sorry).
Have you ever found the perfect blanket to wear?
Sophie