I Do.

So this weekend we are going to my boyfriends, best friends wedding where he is the best man. The dreaded best man speech has been the main topic over the last two weeks, I do not envy him at all.

Currently, we are trying to save up for our own flat so I put outfit shopping to the back of my mind telling myself I would wear a dress that I already had.

Who am I kidding?! No girl wants to wear the same outfit again! Especially as I only wore the dress I had in mind in September. Thus came the obsessive online window shopping. Thus, equalling in my ASOS Saved Items filling with a wish list of what I actually to wear.

So, I came to a compromise. A value for money jumpsuit from Topshop. A key piece for my spring/summer wardrobe with it's culotte cut. A simple item that can be dressed up for the wedding and down for after. Meaning that I will sure wear after the wedding too. I have sent it to store, so let's just hope it fits and looks good - otherwise I will just have to trawl the Oxford Street store till I find something else! But the plan is that I will slip it on and it will fit perfectly, then I will skip to the accessories department to find a good ol' statement necklace to give the outfit that little extra dressy weddingness.

Culotte Jumpsuit by Wal G - Topshop £35

However, if I wasn't having to save money and wasn't being so strict with myself here are a couple of other pieces that would have worked their way into my basket.

Midi Dress in Floral Organza - ASOS £85

Dahlia Dress in Soft Floral Print - ASOS £64

True Romance Dress - Three Floor £192

Style Crushing: Leigh Lezark

Images taken from Pinterest

Sundays

Magazine - Elle Collections Spring/Summer 2015

Since leaving University and stepping in to the world of work, I feel like all matter of creativity has disappeared from me.

So with encouragement from my boyfriend over our Valentines meal last night, I have decided to take action. Blogging may be a very saturated form of outlet these days, but I enjoy it. It allows me to form an online diary, as well as being a place for me to document my ideas and my photography.

Maybe even styling and some art. The world is my oyster.

Still No Photos

Since, now nearly a month I am still yet to reveal my beautiful Vivienne I received for my birthday on the blog. One excuse is that I only actually put her on for the first time New Years Eve. Although I may have only managed to get one ridiculously quick cropped slightly blurred photo, I felt like a grecian rockstar.

My mum was questioning me when I was planning to wear her for the first time, worry in her voice that I never might. The delay in her debut however, was wanting to take her out for the first time on a special night. In retrospect, I wish I had planned more time in order to take photos to savour the moment forever.

My Vivienne for sure will be coming out of my wardrobe for great nights out god knows how many times in the future, so hopefully one day I will be organised enough to capture it on camera properly.

Sunnies

Whilst my birthday present (see my last post) was being wrapped, I was oggling up the accessories in the glass cabinets at the till.

Having a deceivingly small head means finding sunglasses that suit me is a rare occasion. As usual I fell in love with a pair whilst in Vivienne Westwood. Thinking that I would look like a fly, Mother ushered me to try them on anyway. And of course the designer sunglasses fit like a glove. 

£140 - Vivienne Westwood

I always knew I was born to be rich and drink champagne, but sometimes life just doesn't go that way. So, the plan is to save up my birthday money to put towards a pair. I have been looking at them online and also came across this pair below which I really like too. So I need to make a decision - if I could I'd buy the pair.

£126 - Vivienne Westwood

Although a lot more expensive than my current £12 Topshop ones, I seem to have the designer bug. I feel that I have got to the age where I want to invest in some forever pieces that are more unique and ever lasting. Although I will never loose my love for the high street likes of H&M, I am currently in my first job since leaving Uni and well I think it's time to treat myself.

Vivienne

Yesterday I ticked something off my bucket list. My birthday is in two weeks and Mum came to London to take me somewhere for my birthday present. Having not a clue what was going on, I headed down a side road just off of Regents Street with my Mother. As we walked past the likes of Maison Martin Margiela, Mum stopped and announced "here we are!". I looked up to see Vivienne Westwood shining in neon pink lights.

Overwhelmed by what was going on, Mum dragged me into the shop and casually just said "so get looking then".

Sorry... what??? Is probably the best way to describe the look on my face. So unexpected I wanted to die. I was literally in heaven. The clothes, the fabrics, the shop, the pictures of Viv.... Ahhhhhhh. After trying on items of clothing I only dream of wearing, I made my choice. The piece is currently sitting in it's sealed pale pink bag staring at me. It's gonna be a long two weeks I tell ya.

I feel truly spoilt by my amazing crazy parents. First a Vivienne purse and now this! I finally have my first designer item of clothing which I will treasure for the rest of my life. I can not wait to blog my first wear of this piece.

My graduation present from the rents from earlier this year.

Day To Night

Dress - H&M / Blue Bag - ASOS / Gold Bangles - Accessorize / 

Leopard Print Shoes - River Island / Earrings - Topshop / Beaded Clutch - New Look / 

Red Heels - Kurt Geiger

Pink

Blazer - H&M / Top - H&M / Jeans - American Apparel / Shoes - Office (via ebay)

Apart from lipstick and a pair of shoes, pink is not a colour that I wear often. Being a pale one, I believe that the colour highlights my so-pale-it's-translucent skin. However, the colour material and cut of this blazer had me. I love the pastel trend and was glad that when I slipped this blazer, I got the mum seal of approval. And the material is to die for! It is so soft! As I am currently in the mist of looking for jobs now I have graduated, I thought this number would be perfect to finish off an interview outfit.

The blazer was £24.99 ( I couldn't find it online to give you a link) but with my £5 voucher that I got in exchange for a bag of my old clothes it was only £20! Score.

Photos by Richard Murphy

Let's Play Dress Up

All items from Topshop - links below.

Top

Trousers

Necklaces

Bag

Shoes

JELLIES

Top - H&M / Kimono - H&M / Jeans - H&M / Jellies - Truffle (Northampton) / 

Scrunchie - American Apparrel

I have wanted a pair of jelly shoes since their resurgence last summer. For some reason it has taken till now to take the plunge. And it feels so good!! I'm all nineties again, reminiscing about my childhood times. After my last new shoe purchase (see here) I was worried about the comfort factor. But, no need to fret, they are like little clouds of shoe comfort heaven. However, there is a cherry to put on the top of this icing, as they were a mere £10. Bargs or what!!

I went for the classic flat blacks, but after me and Beth saw the glittery pink ones in River Island, I'm thinking I'm going to have to invest another pair.

Photos by Beth Dowdell. Edited by me.

WATERFALL

Jacket - H&M via eBay / Rest of outfit - all H&M

Okay, so as I started to write where each piece of my outfit is from above, I realised my ENTIRE outfit was H&M?! In past posts I have outlined my clear love of the store, I even purchased H&M items when I went to New York (however it was blimmin cheap, the new collection was out and 15% student discount. I mean how could I resist?! -- oh yeah check out my New York haul here).

This post seems to have shocked me in to really seeing my true obsession with the brand. I clearly need help.

Images by Beth Dowdell. Edited by Me.

NEW YORK HAUL

So two weeks ago I was in NYC with the Mother, my friend Beth and her Mother. We are talking a proper girly 5 days here. It was one of my dreams and a thing to tick off the ol' bucket list to visit New York, and it was just as amazing as I had hoped. 

Although I didn't actually spend as much as I thought I would, I brought quite a few pieces. After deliberation I thought I would show you what I brought in video haul format to make life easier. However, I will admit, I feel so cringe when watching this video. BUT I have decided that Uni is nearly over and it is time to YOLO. So here it is guys.

P.S. my face at the end is a picture.

In The Name Of Fashion

Shoes - Next / Blazer - H&M / Top - Primark / Jeans - H&M / Bag - H&M / 

Sunglasses - Three Monkeys New York

So quite a few posts ago I featured these beauts little red pumps I brought from Next with a voucher the Grandparents gave me. Since then they have been waiting patiently in my wardrobe for the sun to come out enough that my feet can cope with out socks. I slipped them on with hearts in my eyes. A few hours later the hearts turned to tears as blisters overtook my poor little tootsies and ankles. 

EVERY TIME I buy new shoes I have to battle through the pain until my feet get accustomed!! All day I just kept on repeating to myself, "but they're so pretty".

All in the name of fashion huh?

Ready For Take Off

Jumper - H&M / Vest - H&M / Leggings - H&M / Boots - Office

So two weeks ago I headed to New York for 5 days. This was my 21st Birthday present from my Mother and Father, who have helped me tick a couple of things off my bucket list and made a dream come true. Oh gosh I do sound overly corny.

I had an AMAZING time!!! I will be uploading my first ever haul video to show you all the things I brought. I'm a little shakey but it's my first video. Anyways back to this post. I brought this cream roll neck jumper from good old trusty H&M (of course) to wear on the flight. It was so soft and cosy. I always get cold on flights so this was perfect. This is basically the outfit I wore on the plane, although I wore my brogues instead of the boots and had my leather jacket to throw over the top. 

Before we jet setted off, Mumma and I got our hair cut. Although you may not be able to tell, I got little bit of a fringe cut in as I wanted some form of change. I really like it although I'm constantly sweeping my blinkin' hair out my eyes. I may even be a dare devil next time and get my hair cut a little shorter. Oh my.

That Bomber Again

Jacket - Monsoon / Dress - H&M / Necklace - H&M / Boots - Office / Sunglasses - Topshop

These photos were actually taken around two weeks ago (if not longer), but there is no time like the present. Now the sun is starting to do it's thing again, I can start to wear this jacket a lot more. As I love wearing all black everything, this jacket is great for adding a subtle bit of colour.

Photos by Beth Dowdell & edited by me.

Sheer Black

Kimono - H&M / Top - Primark / Jeans - H&M / Boots - H&M / Necklace - H&M

So after two months of waiting for this friggin kaftan to arrive, I finally received it! H&M is one of my favourite shops, but god damn is there online shipping service is crap. But as you may know, even just from this post it has not stopped me from shopping there. This kimono was £5.99. Yes, £5.99. Gosh I love a bargain. 

Anyway I can't wait to style this, and if I some how go on holiday I reckon it will be perfect as a cover up over a bikini. Bring on the summer!

Photography by Beth Dowdell & Editing by me.

Nicole X Missguided

Okay, so everyone is probably going on about this collection, BUT I have fallen for all the mesh and fishnet! I was a bit blasé about the whole collaboration when I first heard, but with its Kardashian feel, it has formed hearts in my eyes. As well as being understated cool items to easily add in to any wardrobe, they are affordable too. We praise you Missguided!

Here are the four main pieces that are wanting to be in my wardrobe.

Mesh Racer Crop Top £15

Faux Leather Biker Leggings in White £35

Shift Dress With Fishnet Panel in White £35

Long Sleeve Fishnet Crop Top £20

The Bomber Jacket

Click layouts to enlarge

Jacket - Monsoon / Lace Top - Never Fully Dressed / Leggings - H&M / Boots - H&M

I actually got this beauts jacket for my birthday off the rents when they came down to Worthing to surprise me. But the weather has been way too awfully cold to show it off! But with the sun shining bright like a diamond today, I thought I'd shwep the bad boy out for its debut.

I saw this in the Milton Keynes Monsoon, I think in the October half term when me, the rents and Rich went to start some christmas shopping. I was looking for a present for my mother, but couldn't help try this on. Unable to afford it, I stepped away in sadness. Little did I know my shneaky Father would get a tip off from Richard and go get it for me!! Spoilt rotten!!!

How amaze is the colour and pattern though. Being a tad of a hippy, I love a bit of an ethnic print. This mixed with the bomber jacket design is a culture clash made in heaven. Bring on the warmer days so I can wear this everyday!

Photos by Beth Dowdell.

Editing and layout design by Me.

Maybe She's Born With It

Maybelline Colour Sensational Nude Lipstick in 725 Tantalizing Taupe - £6.99

Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Mascara - £4.99

Maybelline Eyestudio Colour Tattoo 24 hour Cream Gel Eyeshadow - £4.99

Maybelline ColourShow Nude Nail Polish Collection in 229 Bronze Me Up - £3.99

Maybelline ColourShow Nude Nail Polish Collection in 227 In Your Flesh - £3.99

Recently I have really been getting into my make-up hence my recent beauty posts. Last Saturday, I went to London Fashion Weekend, which was my Christmas present from my Mum's friend Rachel. it has become a bit of a February ritual, this being the third year we have been together. The set-up changes everytime, this year seeming more boutique-y and a lot more focused around the fashion industry, with lots of great talks with bloggers and industry professionals.

I went, promising myself I wouldn't spend any money, as I have a trip to New York coming up in a few weeks (so excited!). However, I can not go somewhere with so much temptation and not buy anything! As well as, spending £80 on a co-ord (yes I finally have one! But am saving it for my trip to NYC), I brought this make-up. This set worth £24.95, I got for a mere £12.50! 

I can not wait to try out the products once my eyes have calmed down (uni stress).

Label.M Mini Hairspray - £3.99

Maybelline Baby Kiss Lip Balm in Peach Kiss - £2.99

These are some of the other goodies I got in my show bag that came with the ticket. Whilst writing this I just opened and tried the Maybelline Lip Balm. The smell is so nice! It gives a nice thick covering on the lips and I most definitely feel them being smoothed and moisturised. Again I will let you know how I find these products too.

As well as these freebies, I got a free red Maybelline Nail Varnish, lots of Kinda Beunos, and also a free massage! I had never had a massage before and it was amazing. I nearly fell asleep. I can't wait to have enough money to be able to have monthly spa days. ((In my dreams!))


Here's a small video (sorry about the lack of quality) from the catwalk show I also attended as part of my ticket, which was styled by theoutnet.com. It was a great part of the day, and felt like I was actually part of the world of fashion.




Images and Photographs taken by Me.