Ripped knees and Jungle themed

Top: New Look// Jeans: ASOS// Shoes: New Look// Necklace: Next (Photos c/o Mae Reddaway)

It was pretty dull outside the day these photos were taken, so I decided to try and brighten things up by wearing a couple of new purchases from New Look. I've always shopped in the store, but it's definitely become a firm favourite of late as New Look's collections become increasingly wearable and hit all the trends head on. As I've explained previously, I'm attempting to inject a little more colour into my wardrobe and this parrot print top has been a god send. The print, reminiscent of Moncler Gamme Rouge's SS14 collection brings a little joy to any wardrobe and the button down front makes this such an easy to wear piece. On my recent holiday I unbuttoned it and used it as a cami style cover up, on top of a plain navy blue vest top.

Whilst shopping, I couldn't resist these amazing shoes, I've always longed for a pair of white heels which I could actually walk in. Don't get me wrong, I'm a dab hand with heels, but being 5'8 I try not to tower over everyone in four inch monsters. These practical shoes are perfect for everyday and look sweet with dresses or jeans - I even tackled Lancaster cobbles in them (and won!)

The jeans are one of my favourite purchases of the moment. EVERYONE is wearing ripped knee jeans. Formerly the choice of stylists or the Olsen twins, since they landed in Toppers, ripped knees have become this season's trouser. I love the skintight look of the ripped knees on the high street, however they weren't the most versatile trew I've worn, so I was delighted to find these ASOS beauts on ebay for a cheeky ten quid.

Having not exercised for a while (Any Nantwich Netball teams around?) I really appreciate the high waisted style of these jeans and the mottled blue dye goes with pretty much everything. Although I'm a bit of a cheap skate when it comes to clothes, I'd have definitely purchased these at any price, I've worn and worn them already, making these beauts a bit of a bargain.

Back in Lancaster for graduation this week - more photos to follow!

Marc B & ASOS

The lovely people at E-Tail Pr have yet another amazing competition for bloggers to enter, which could bag them (excuse the pun) a lovely load of Marc B bags from the gorgeous new collection, which you can view here! http://bit.ly/W2WIcU  along with some vouchers for a treasure trove of ASOS goodies! 

This is my entry - I've always wanted one of Marc B's beautiful shoppers and this classic chained lovely does not disappoint! 

If you fancy entering this lovely comp, head on over to Etail Pr's blog here and check out the details! 

Lots a' love! xxxxxxx

Fashion Vouchers Christmas Blogger competition!

The lovely people at Fashion Vouchers  emailed me recently to tell me about their brand new competition which aims to find the most fabulous Christmas party outfits for under £100!

As I've mentioned previously, I'm a student which means a lot of the time I'm desperate for new stuff but simply don't have the funds. Finding the right Christmas outfit on a budget is so difficult, so I leapt at the chance to be involved and see what I could create. 

My chosen merchant for this comp is ASOS, a site which is a treasure trove for any fashionista and I found the most fabulously quirky outfit for all the festivities!

My first choice was this gorgeous Velvet Dress in a gorgeous purple-blue colour. Velvet is huge this season and in my mind epitomises the Christmas cheer we all know and love! The lace and long sleeves make this look classic and elegant, but versatile enough to wear all year through at any event. 

I'd toughen up this look with this gorgeous spiked necklace, which adds a little Christmas cheer with its bright bauble-like coloured gems. Adding this amazing book clutch bag gives the look a quirky edge and ensures the accessories are poppin'! 

Finally, you can't have a Christmas without sparkle and these amazing 60's style pointed heels add all the glitz and glamour you need for your special day! 

The items have a total cost of: £100.00, however, ASOS offer student a 10% discount with Unidays and NUS extra, bringing the total cost of this look to £90.00! 

If you fancy posting your own entry to this great comp, have a look at the Fashion Vouchers blogger competition page here where you can read all the t&c's. 

Enjoy!

Heart & Sole: Classic Heels Campaign, round 2

So ladies, you know the drill. Myself, Dayner, Lisette & Jo clubbed together to create some fantastic looks which don't include these impractical, sky-high heels which seem to have flooded the high street for the past few years.

Don't get me wrong, if you're a confident girl who loves the height and style of these shoes, that's brilliant - you probably wear them well. But for the rest of us who are either too tall for these giants of the shoe world, or those who simply can't walk in mahoosive heels.

Here's the next three looks for you to lust over!

This is my second outfit, featuring shoes from Aldo & clothes from Miss Selfridge:

Here's Jo from Eyes&EarsBlog's second look:

Here's Lisette's from LisetteLoves take on the Military trend:

Finally, here's Dayner, from Mozzypop's second look:

Hope you like the looks guys, the last instalment of this collaboration will go live next week - so keep your eyes open!

Have a great week!

Cross my heart...

Top: Next (Charity Shop)//Jeans: Charity Shop// Belt: Topahop// Shoes: River Island// Necklace: Asos// Bag: Mulberry

So just a quick post today because I've been so busy! I've just bought my first car and been working non-stop, so it's busy busy busy for me at the mo! So here's something I wore on sunday while the sun momentarily shined.

The top was an absolute bargain from a charity shop and I've had so many lovely comments from friends when wearing it. It's got an aztec-style print on it and although it's brown (not my fave colour) it looks quite sophisticated when on. For simplicity, I teamed it with my old fave's; my black skinnies, which I always roll up so they sit just above the ankle.

The shoes and necklace are the newest additions to my ever-expanding wardrobe/jewellery collection. The shoes I've posted about before, but I really haven't had them off my feet and, for £28, I'm sure they've paid for themselves by now! The little cross was £6 from ASOS and it goes with everything. The style is so simple and so delicate that it's an everyday piece that could be dressed up or down.

Oh and don't get me started on the bag...it's my baby. End of.

So there it is, a little snapshot of my look from my bank holiday weekend wardrobe. Enjoy the rest of your week, although I must admit, today seriously felt like Monday all over again!


Muchos besos!

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