Merry Christmas!

I had a lovely Christmas this year, my first as a blogger, and so I thought I'd share some of the lovely gifts I received with you. 

L-R: Vero Moda Peter Pan collar top// Biba Purse// Paperchase Makeup bag//
Rock n' Rose Cross Necklace// Lacoste Sunglasses 

These are my favourite little bits that my parents got me this year and, I have to admit, that after writing this blog for ten months, my taste in fashion has changed in a number of ways. 

1. I've suddenly become addicted to burgundy. Don't know why, don't know when, but the fact of the matter is that I have an obscene amount of 'red(y)-purple' in my wardrobe. It's sad when you look at your Facebook photos and begin to notice that you wear a colour too much. To be honest, mum loves it - she was used to my former colour palate of grey, navy blue and black, so any more feminine colours are a real hit! 

2. I have a feeling that 'Pat Butcher chic' and I will never part. Just look at that Biba purse (YES, BIBA). Yep, it's fabulous, so fabulous infact that I'm too nervous to use it yet and because of this it's wrapped in tissue paper, hidden in my wardrobe. My penchant for leopard-print has gotten so bad, that my mum picked this for me. I know people say that ugly, or too wild (*laughs), but in my mind, worn sparingly, it's a little glimmer of opulence which can bring sparkle and interest to any dull outfit. 

3. I own more sunglasses than ever before. These gorgeous Lacoste beauties are the latest addition to the collection and were a bargain at £20. They're very Jackie-O and I love them so much that I shall be sporting them even in drizzle. 

The necklace and the makeup bag? Well what can I say except 'bloody lovely!'

Oh and to finish the list of my top presents, I've got to include this little beauty from the boyfriend. He's definitely done well this year, it's even from Not on the High Street so it's a little bit unique. What a charmer he is.

So anyway, hope you're having a great Christmas and hope you all have a wonderful 2013!

Lots of love 

Welcome to the jungle

Top: Vero Moda// Necklace: Accessorize//Baxter Jeans: Topshop, Bag: Mulberry// Stacked pumps: Charity shop//Bracelets and Rings: Vintage

 So today's weather was lovely - beautiful sunshine, but blustery enough that I opted for jeans instead of my too-short shorts. I bought this top yesterday, it was hidden away in a little boutique right at the back of the sale rail. I snapped it up for £7.00. I'd previously seen the top in a number of magazines, including Look (my fave) but hadn't got round to buying it. Guess that it was a purchase that was meant to be!

I teamed it with my Baxter jeans that I dug out of my overflowing wardrobe the other week, during my  "clear out." You know the situation, the "ohmygodIdidn'tknowIownedthese!" Yeah, unfortunately, my love of clothes means that, as my mum says "you forget what you own!" Ah well, at least we've been reunited and at a great time too; having just had to throw my other Baxter babies for getting too 'holey.'

The shoes are growing on me. I LOVED them in the shop, got them home and was, after showing my boyfriend, a little bit more reserved about them. However, the stacked heel and floral print has finally won me round and it's safe to say, they wont be coming off my feet for a while (ew.)

My Mulberry is my baby and it comes everywhere with me, so I'm surprised I've not featured it sooner. Ah well, all I have to say is that it's gorgeous and I've used it everyday, without fail, since my 18th birthday. Definitely an investment. Definitely not an excuse to not buy more handbags.

On the bright side, it's payday next week!

Lots'a love