Wish List Octobers

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I want all of these so bad!! Is there anything on your wishlist?

Cropped T Bargain!

Links to items at the bottom. Bag picture courtesy of LLYMLRS 

This crop top is a steal at the moment at £2 and I got the jacket at full price (almost £60) but its now a tenner!! Grab some bargains :)

Clashing Gold

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Yet some more good find from the River Island sale. I have such a love hate relationship with this shop, sometimes I can find some great stuff and other times I hate the style of everything in there. But then when it gives me tops in such beautiful rich colors like this all is forgiven.

Ratchet Strappy Heels

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This top is in the sale and I love the colour! So bright and gorgeous. Check out the river island sale, there is some rubbish online but sift through and there are some real gems :) Happy shopping!

Zara Safari

Zara top / Zara Skirt / Dorothy Perkins Shoes

Sorry its been so long since I last posted but I have been a tad manic the last few months; moving house, getting a new job, starting a new relationship and trying to get internet at my new house, which took way longer than I thought it would!

Like any woman I have a few things in my wardrobe that I've got to slim in to. I was thrilled a few months ago when I finally fit into my Zara strawberry jeans which I'd bought accidentally two sizes to small. However this skirt still alluded me and I was no where near doing up the zip at the back. Then the other day I thought I'd give it a shot to see how far off I was......to my amazement it FIT!! YAY! So I wore it that night for an evening out with my fella. So here's my OOTD or outfit of the night I should say. No links to the items I'm afraid as I bought them so long ago.

Barley There Parka

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Back in London for the weekend and although I am desperately missing the friendliness of 'the north' I love seeing all the great outfits again. Its like an explosion of fashionable self expression! Saw a girl in St Pancras rocking a parka and the barely there style shoes which are everywhere atm. So here is my version of her outfit.I think I'll start taking pictures of these girls so I can just upload the original outfit to the blog.

Coral Leopard

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Just watching The Voice with the family and a girl rocked up wearing a tshirt like this coupled with a skirt. I instantly liked it and so decided to find some accessories to try and add a different vibe to it. Plus how gorgeous are these shoes!!

Asos Summer Smart

Outfit by mmm13 on asos

I love this outfit! I was looking for something smart and classy for summer when I came accross this. Mixing the pastel blue with vibrant orange is fantastic! Instantly its more fashionable and stops the dress from making you look older than you are.

Thank you mmm13 whoever you are, I am buying this outfit......soon as I have the money!

Desperate for Summer

Item links are at the bottom of the post

Sorry for another outfit more suited to hot weather but I love the combo of this top and dress. Killed myself on a run today with my sister, only way I kept going was to concentrate on all the outfits I could wear once I am the size I want to be. Also my sister is amazing! She just kept egging me on.

Topshop Take 2?

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Sorry I havent posted in a while but I've been moving back to my home town while doing a week long makeup course. Its been a great 3 weeks but very very hectic!

So I've been nipping in to shops in town looking for a job and I might have found one at Topshop. YAY! Inspired by this hope I thought I would do another outfit soley from Topshop. Someone put this top and a skirt with this pattern together in the shop window and I loved it! I swapped out the skirt for the dress as you can then get more wears out of it as it can be worn by itself or layered like in the picture with tops or jumpers.

LWGS: Gym Buddies and Weigh in

Image from here

Hi folks

Its so hard to motivate myself at the moment, gym and diet wise, but I had a little break through. Meeting a friend at the gym is such a good way to get me there. I can't let her down by not turning up so it takes out the option of not going. Now I realize thats the key for me I'm trying to meet up as much as possible.

If you don't have anyone you can 'gym buddy' with then why not hire a personal trainer once a week. If you can afford it they are great. They whip you into shape in the session but the fear of having someone weigh you the next week should help keep you in check till your next sesh. *Sigh* If only I could afford it.

Do you have any tips or tricks? I'd love to hear them :)

........

Cheryl Cole Under the Sun Inspired OOTD

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Hi Folks

I know I'm a tad late liking this song seeing as it came out in July last year but at the moment I can't stop listening to it. Perhaps I'm missing summer; but I love winter, its my fav season....wierd!

All the colours in the video are muted a bit becuase of an affect the editors put in so I think the colours are more accurate for these products than it looks above.

If you want a tad more cover for your modesty then I found these great yellow bralets. The first from ebay is the cheapest but the second from love bonito is even longer so you could tuck it into the skirt.

Whether you brave the bra or opt for the bralet I hope you enjoy rocking this look in summer :)

Interior Design: Rethink Front Room

Top Picture: From Original Post // Bottom Picture: Alternative furniture, details in the 'read more' section below

Hi folks

After seeing an inspiration picture on Laura Ashley I decided to rethink the front room design I did. As these items are much darker I think it will make the front room feel cosier, while the glass items will prevent it from getting too dark and depressing.

If you have a front room thats also a dining room then I'd stick to the original Bramley furniture I used. The bramley range has a selection of table and chairs to suit any size home. Unfortunately the Capri and Garrat ranges I used above don't.

Burgundy Stripes

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Hi Folks

A tad more weather appropriate post today. I have been wanting to style a pair of striped jeans for a while but could never really get it to feel right. Then River Island suggested these trousers while I was window shopping and I thought they were perfect. As they are muted stripes its easier to style. I really like them and am having to fight with myself not to get them!

Throw on a biker jacket and your good to go :)

Interior Design: Front Room

All items are from Laura Ashley, details and links are below in the 'read more' section

Hi folks

Seeing as the interior design posts went down so well last week I thought I would do another one. I really wanted to try and recreate the style my step mum effortlessly recreates in her home. So last time I was there I took the time to look at the wallpaper and paint she used.

I was so surprised to find that she uses very dark colours but it doesn't feel dank or dark at all. I usually steel clear from colours on all walls as I presumed it would feel too claustrophobic. Don't get me wrong it can but as she couples it with tasteful furniture it works.

I am not so brave yet to go for colours as dark as she does, so instead I chose to incorporate colour on all walls rather than a feature wall. Taking baby steps here people!

Lime Green Blocking

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Hi folks

Can you tell I'm ready for nicer weather? Sorry that my last few post have been more spring/summer wear, definately not suitable for UK wear right now. Especially seeing as it was snowing the other day!! O well!

I like this outfit but the shoes have been a tad annoying. I had originally used the same H&M shoes from my last post but the coral pink strap didn't look quite right next to the pink bag. However I do think that the H&M shoes can be used instead of the zara ones above. When wearing them it will all look great together as the handbag wont be right next to the shoes!

Colour Blocking 2013

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Hi Folks

Colour blocking was a big trend last year. I loved it but was too scared to try it. So this year whether its a trend again or not I'm gonna to go for it :) I'm mixing three colours rather than 2 here as well, so its even more adventurous!

However as its Britain even in summer its too unpredictable to wear this without taking out a white blazer just in case.

What trends do you want to return this year?

Beyonce Tickets and Impersonator

Hi Folks

I got tickets to see the one and only Beyonce!! Arrrrh!! So SO so excited!

Then today youtube suggested this following clip for me to watch, what a coincidence. I actually thought it was Beyonce at the beginning. The production is fantastic; the set looks so much like the one Beyonce used at Glastonbury. I thought the costumes and dancers were great as well. The main girl was fantastic, sometimes her miming was a tad wierd but overall she did a good job. Then to top it off it was all really enhanced by putting clips of Beyonce behind them.

What do you guys think?

Ebay Inspiration

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Hi Folks

I was looking for a bowler hat on ebay and came across this image of someone. They were selling the hat but unfortunately not the whole outfit they were clearly rocking! So I decided to use it as inspiration and create my own version.

Hope you like it :)

New Look Sales

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Hi Folks

So after seeing a new blog post over at LLYMLRS I decided its about time I get myself a faux fur scarf. Unfortunately New Look aren't selling them online anymore but while I was there I saw some nice stuff in the sale.

The coloured coats are statement pieces that I honestly wouldn't quite know how to style, but I like them just the same. I desperately need a job again so I can buy all the items I have been blogging about over the last month. Please keep your fingers crossed that some thing crops up soon :) xx

Hen Night Idea Take 2

Left from here // Right pic from here

So I showed my sister the Alice in Wonderland outfit I was going to wear and she vito-ed it :( She said she doesn't want it to be the typical slutty versions of disney you see on hen nights. So I went searching for a cool un-slutty outfit. It was harder than you might think!

LWGS: Diet App and Weigh In

Hi folks

This little gadget on my phone is brilliant. The difference when I am using it versus when I am not is huge. As you have to write down what you're eating it makes you realize how many calories you're really consuming. I thought I was realistic with myself before I got this app but I clearly wasn't! I am going to start using it again from today as I desperately need to get back on the weight loss.

Interior Design: Duck Egg and Dove Grey

Laura Ashley: Bedside Cabinet / Dressing Table / Wallpaper and curtains / Paint / Round Cushion / End of bed bench / Headboard / Rug //                    // Proleno: Square Cushion / Bed throw //                        // Mirror //

Hi folks

So heres bedroom number two for my sister in law ....or my future home! Its very soft and pale but I like that in bedrooms; helps you relax. Also I picked these items to go with a gorgeous lamp and picture frame they were given at christmas. The lamp has a chrome finish similar to the mirror and the frame is the same colour as the gorgeous striped pillow. So it all ties in nicely :)

I would just team this with very plain bed sheets. I found some really nice ones at Proleno; simple, inexpensive but luxurious.

Interior Design: Bedroom

Laura Ashley: Neisha Curtain fabric and wallpaper / Provencale Cabinet / Provencale Chest of Drawers / Farringdon Bed //          John Lewis: Bed Covers / Candlestick lamp base / Oratorio lamp shade / Newgate alarm clock / Candle                 // Tesco Raspberry Throw / Long Mirror jewelry cabinet / Revlon 3 set mirror

On a trip up north before Christmas I nipped in to a Laura Ashley store with my step mum and I instantly fell in love with the whole store! Ever since then I can't stop window shopping on the online store. Dangerous thing to do I know

Then my sister in law told me she is thinking about how to decorate her house once her build is finished, poor her the house is in total over haul atm. So I thought I would make a few lookbooks to help her out. Of course if she doesn't use these ideas then I will just keep them for my future house :D ...perhaps I wont give her these on second thought, I shall just keep them for my house! Better start saving :(

O if only I had lots of money...and my own house.... I'd buy everything from Laura Ashley!!

Burlesque Costume

Outfit: Cocu Corset, New Look Shrug (originally attached to a basque), H&M Skirt, Primark Tights, Primark Bag

Sorry folks for the horrifically unclear pictures! We have a few from the night but to be honest we were too busy having a brilliant night and so forgot to take proper ones, oops! Anyway this was my Moulin Rouge burlesque outfit and luckily it was easy and relatively cheap to put together. All you need is a tutu, corset and heels!

Fairisle Faux Coatigan

Bag: Amazon // Boots: River Island // Rings: River Island // Cardigan: River Island // Top: Asos // Jeans: River Island

 Hi folks :)

The star of this outfit is definately the cardigan, I love it! It adds texture and pattern to an otherwise boring outfit. As an aded bonus it incorporates the fur scarf trend.

I wanted to add more arm candy to this look and I came across this watch. Its so cute with the little moustache detail but I hate when you have to guess what time it is as there are no numbers on the watch face. So annoying!! Defeats the while point of a watch. So in light of that, I decided to leave it out.

Valentines Outfit

Jumper , Necklace and Dress : River Island

Hi folks!

I started creating this OOTD and realised with a sudden jolt that its valentines day! oops! Well luckily this suits the day, after all it is red. Team this with some tights, black wedges and a leather jacket. Feminine but with enough edge to stop you being too cutesy. 

I would wear this to a few drinks but whats good is if the night progresses and you move on to a club just whip off the jumper and tights to be dance floor ready :)

I hope you all enjoy the day xx

LWGS: Gym alternative and Weigh In

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So I was a bit worried about weighing in yesterday. I hadn't been to the gym in over a week and at the weekend I wasn't exactly sticking to the diet, unless massive chocolate bars are allowed! So I was sure I'd gained weight despite sticking to the diet the rest of the week. However I lost weight! YAY! Its only a 1lb but it sounds more impressive in kg; from 60kg down to 59.4kg. I think its down to the powder meals I took for two days. Bad health wise but great weight wise!

Unfortunately I'm not headed to the gym today, important ucas stuff to do, so I decided to do the Beyonce work out instead. I love this. Doesn't feel like I am exercising but it doesn't half knacker me out! So I did it a few times through this morning and I'm gonna do it another two times this evening, in heels!

On the subject of Beyonce, shes touring. SO EXCITED!!! I have to get tickets! Never bought concert tickets before and I'm worried I'll miss out. Does anyone have any tips or tricks on how to get tickets?

LWGS: Shake or Powder Meals

Caramal Shake from Allizone

If I gave anyone dieting advice one of the first things I would say is steer clear from drinks, shakes or powder meals. Anything that extreme is bad for your body and it usually tastes foul! Eat healthily and reduce your portion size, simple but effective. Plus it makes your skin glow :) However my old room mate left me some diet meals he'd spent a fortune buying so last year I thought I would give them a try.......

Loose Weight and Get in Shape (LWGS): Journey so far

Now: 60kg = 132lbs // Then: 66.7kg = 147lbs

Hi Folks :)

I am in the middle of a slim down. A year into my battle I thought it would be really helpful to keep me going if I blogged about my experiences; whats worked for me, what hasn't and a monthly public weigh in to frighten me into staying on track.

So today I first wanted to share with you my ongoing struggle and so far marginal success in my war against my own bulge! I'm having trouble getting back on the bike and diet after Christmas so I thought this might help motivate me and may help some others out there who, like me, want to make 2013 the year they got in shape.

Waterfall Split Maxi

Skirt: River Island // Top: River Island // Jacket: River Island // Shoes: River Island // Rings: River Island // Scarf: Topshop // Belt: River Island

I LOVE this top. I tried it on with minimal expectations and it blew me away; it complements my curves and makes me feel really confident! Its great that it comes with a necklace but unfortunately it became more of a choker when I took it off and wore it with another outfit.

I'd love to add this hat to the outfit but it sold out before I could try to purchase it, but I like its metalic edge.

Metalic Sale

Jumper: River Island // Skirt: H&M // Ring: Ebay // Shoes: Boohoo // Jacket: Topshop // Socks: Monki // Faux Fur Shawl: Ebay

Unfortunately I'm ill today :'( So I'm snugged up in bed with nothing to do but browse the internet for bargains....that last part I like!

I really like this jumper and I'm toying with the idea of getting it, after all its in the sale, but I'm worried about its texture. Often jumpers from there are so SO itchy!! I'll let you know when it comes.

The jacket is lovely, I got it ages ago but its still it store now. I wear it almost every day! It came with a fur collar but I wanted something bigger and lighter for this outfit so I switched it out for this bigger one from ebay.

So what do you think? I think I'd add a cross necklace to the outfit if I were to redo the look just so it doesnt look too plain when you remove the scarf.

Burgundy Aztec

Skirt: Topshop // Shirt: Topshop // Shoes: Boohoo // Necklace: Ebay // Jacket: Ebay // Black Ring: Ebay // Ring: Ebay

I really like this skirt, perfect material for winter and summer.

What do you think of aztec skirts? Do you have your eye on any atm?

KEEP OR RETURN? Winter boots

Left to Right // Top Row: Luiza from Boohoo, Shakira from Boohoo// Bottom Row: Alvin from Topshop, Dagger Cuff from Office

I loved doing a haul post the other day as it really made me appreciate what I managed to get in the sales. Unfortunately as I predicted I need to return most of the haul :(

However as my black riding boots, which I wear to death regardless of the season, have offically broken I 'need' to keep at least one pair of boots. The western stud ones (Shakira) are definately going as I had no idea how pointy the toes were until they arrived and I HATE pointed shoes!

Haul help needed!

Bottom Row Left to right: #Topshop Necklace, ~Primark top, *Forever21 Top // Top Row: Assorted shopping bags

Despite loosing my job last month and needing to economise I've found so many great items on the internet and in the sales at Westfield. Let me know what you think of them as I can't keep all of them.

University; to be or not to be?

Total research day today but I have some trusted warburton crumpets on hand to get me through. I can't get enough of them these last few days! I think its because they remind me of home, taste awesome and are low in calories which is great for my diet (though eating an entire pack in a day is probably not so good!!).

Research sounds like I have some sort of important job or great university course to research for but the truth is I don't. I'm trying to find...