Belted Culottes

These culottes have been sat in my wardrobe for a couple of months now however, they have never been worn as in my mind they did not emphasis my waist enough (and I definitely need a little help with that). This was until I was asked to style this lovely Gant* belt. The pop of red really finalises the outfit and adds that little something extra therefore making me finally fall in love with the culottes. A belt like this could literally spice up any outfit, from a daytime plain tee and jeans to a fancy little black dress, giving it the potential to be a staple in any girls wardrobe. Gant offer many other belts that portray a classic design in different colours such as black, navy and brown therefore you really cannot go wrong investing in one of the company's belts as they are so easy to style. As the belt is of such high quality, I can definitely see me wearing this lovely red shade with so many other outfits in the future. I am also thinking of investing in a black one!

Bodysuit - Boohoo

Culottes - Boohoo

Belt - Gant*

Bag - New Look

Shoes - Asos

I also added my v neck bodysuit in order to make the culottes look more like a jump suit as they are my absolute love right now. Due to the soft and stretchy material of both the top and bottoms, this outfit is beyond comfy while still being shapely due to the belt. Now these shoes, they may look pretty but they are so hard to walk in! Maybe this is just because I am used to a chunky heel.. but we all suffer for fashion don't we? I just feel so grown up and classy in them, just now to practice, practice, practice.

Do you like using belts to spice up an outfit?

Bags Perfect for Autumn

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Gone are all the pastel bags on my wishlists - they have be replaced with others featuring autumn tones instead. I have got to admit, this is the season that I love most because the colours that usually are in trend are lovely. Black is my go to colour when buying a bag but the offers this year are definitely making me divert. At the top of my list is this gorgeous burgundy and snake print bag from River Island (1). I have actually wanted it for a while but my student funds are restricting me. The burgundy theme continues in number 6, this one is from my work and constantly tempts me. I am also loving the khaki trend right now too and number 8 definitely would fit right into my wardrobe!





What colour of handbag do you love in autumn?

Holiday Outfit #1 - Bardot and Denim

Top - New Look

Shorts - New Look

Sunglasses - eBay

Shoes - New Look (last year)

I wish that I could say that my paleness in these photos is due to them being taken on the first day of my holiday... but really reality is that I did not tan at all while in Malaga for 2 weeks. Bummer. The holiday was still amazing though and I am so sad to be back.

This top was only around £10 which is such a bargain, I think it might even be in the sale now! At first I thought that it would constantly need adjusted but it actually was not too bad. I just find it is so flattering due to the frill and also how it is elasticated at the bottom which sinches in my waist. The shorts were also a bargain at around £9 down from £22. I am telling you, the New Look sale definitely got to my bank account this year. They were really comfy though and not stiff like some denim shorts are. Finally my shoes were just comfy black sandals that were worn most of the holiday!

Did you get anything from the New Look sale this year?

Holiday Buys - Tops

I have had so much fun holiday clothes shopping even though my bank account is currently crying. So why not make a mini series of all of the purchases that I have made so far? Its not much but I love seeing what other people bring on holiday so I hope you enjoy these posts!

1- New Look: £8.99, 2- Primark: £6, 3- New Look: £3 (sale), 4- New Look: £5 (sale), 5- Matalan: £10
6- New Look: £3 (sale), 7- Primark: £6, 8- New Look: £3 (sale), 9- New Look: £3 (sale)


As you can tell, sale shopping is what I am all about... especially when it comes to holiday clothes. This is because I am so bad at refusing to wear sleeveless tops here in the UK therefore would only wear most of these while I am on holiday. The gypsy style off the shoulder tops are everywhere right now therefore I just had to buy a few! They are just so feminine and I love the vibe that they give to an outfit. I also went for many plain tops as these would go with lots of different bottoms and could be styled up with jewellery. My favourite top of them all has to be number 1, I do not usually go for yellow but it is just beyond cute!




What is your go to outfit while on holiday?

Summer Playsuit Wishlist

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Sorry about the slightly rubbish collage.. my laptop broke so right now I am using my old one which will not let me access photos on my laptop without freezing (and me wanting to throw it across the room) there this was made on my phone. Anyway while searching for holiday clothes I have been really attracted to playsuits, the reason for this is that they are comfy and just by itself makes an outfit. They look perfect paired with just sandals or even heels. New Look has been on point with theirs so I just had to make a wishlist featuring from just that store! I cannot even choose a favourite as I absolutely love them all.. it is starting to look like I'll be wearing a playsuit all of my holiday!

Which one is your favourite?

Flower Crown

Flower Crown - Ring of Roses

Play suit - New Look

Waistcoat - New Look

Shoes - eBay

Although I hate going to festivals (me and 3 day old hair just does not work), I absolutely love festival fashion which very much inspired this look. The flower crown was actually borrowed from my niece and was purchased from a lovely Instagram shop but as you may know, many stores sell them such as Topshop and Primark. Play suits are great as they are basically an outfit, do not need much effort and are so comfy. This one also has off the shoulder sleeves which are very on trend right now, the colours are really pretty too. Finally I added the waist coat... or is it a waistcoat? I have no idea what to call it. It just tops off the look perfectly. Although the outfit does feature a lot of black, I feel that it still looks really summery and is definitely fitting to this little heatwave we are having right now!

What is your go to summer outfit?

Hint of Pastel Handbags Wishlist

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Handbag heaven right? I am loving the trend that I am seeing of structured bags with hints of pastel. Although 1 does not feature pastel, it fits perfectly within this group! I just had to include it after seeing it in person in River Island, definitely love at first sight. My friend owns number 6 and when we met up I just could not keep my eyes off of her bag, the lilac looks so lovely with the snake skin and grey! Number 3 also features snake skin and is just gorgeous! I recon this has to be my favourite after the white one. Although it does have colour in it, it would still match so much do to the subtle, neutral tones. Ah I just love them all! I am in desperate need for a new handbag too, the one that I use right now must be 5+ years old!





Do you have a weakness for handbags?

Faux Fur and Camel

Top - Primark

Skirt - New Look

Fur Collar - Missguided

Boots - New Look

Come on spring, where is the nice weather? Although the sun has been out shining for many days, it is still so cold here in Aberdeen therefore I am not giving up on my much loved faux fur just yet! This gorgeous collar is only cost me around £12 which was a bargain, I cannot find it on the website anymore but there are so many similar. My camel skirt is a recent addition to my wardrobe, I love it however it is that annoying material which clings to your body which is not great when you have a food pouch like me! Never the less I still wear it as camel is a trend that I am currently loving! I paired it with a long sleeved crop top which was around £3 a while back from Primark, so amazing as it has become such a staple piece for me. Originally a high neck black top was bought to tuck into this skirt but as the material is not very forgiving, it does not work as you can see every line which is frustrating. Oh well, best not dwell on that!

How is the weather where you live?

Wednesday Wishlist

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1. I have not bought a new pair of sunglasses in 3 years and have been living with the same ones which I have fallen out of love with... however not knowing what shape suits me has put me off buying more! When browsing the River Island website I found these and gosh, how pretty are they? The pink and gold work perfectly together! For only £10 you really can not go wrong.

2. This skirt is perfect as it could be worn right now tights (this scottish weather better change soon) or even in summer with a crop top and sandals. I just love pieces that can transfer through seasons, makes them so worth the money!

3.Need I say much about this dress? it is so amazing! I am loving the 70s trend as suede is just amazing in my eyes. Teamed with fringe makes it so much better!

4. I have heard so much about the Flamingo Candle scent Pink Lemonade, really I can not think of a better scent for a candle! A purchase is definitely on the cards soon, I just hope it lives up to my expectations.

What is on your wishlist?

Wednesday Wishlist

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1. I have never been a big fan of fringe but it has to be said that this bag is so unique and utterly gorgeous. Although the bag makes a huge statement, the fact that it is black still means that it could be worn with many outfits. If I had £38 spare then I would be making my way to Topshop right now!

2. For ages now my bed has been lacking in cushions and a white furry one is what is needed. They just look so luxurious and cosy! However I find that they are always pretty expensive so are never on the top of my priorities list.

3. A huge amount of bloggers have been raving about this and for only £4.99, I cant believe that I have not picked one up yet. There is a massive 14 colours to choose from but on the top of my list is Berry Much (pictured), Keep it Classy or Minimalist.

4. Many websites current have black and white stripped shirts right now, something which is such a staple but I sadly do not own yet. This one is only £19.99 which I think is a steal! It would go with so much, I am imagining it with black jeans and a leather jacket or fur vest.

Whats on your wishlist?

New Look - Everyday Chunky Boot

Buy Them Here

How gorgeous are these boots? And for £24.99 you just cant go wrong. New Look has always been one of my favourite places to look for shoes and when I went in and saw these I definitely wasn’t disappointed. I have been on the hunt for my winter boots for this year for ages! The chunky heel is something which I have loved since last winter so I am beyond happy to finally own a pair of everyday boots like this. So far I have worn them with dresses and trousers so really they are so versatile. They also come in burgundy which I was so so tempted to buy but I think black will be easier to wear. Look out for many outfits coming up that include these, I am officially in love!

Do you like the chunky boot look?

Pastel Blue Leather

Top - H&M

        Skirt - River Island

     Shoes - New Look

 Necklace - H&M

When I was in London I bought this lovely light blue faux leather skirt and I am in love. I wouldn't normally go for such a tight fitting skirt but I find this is actually quite flattering and hides my tummy. I decided I wanted to wear my black heels with it so I also needed a darker top. This slogan tee is somehow hiding from me on the webpage but I think it was around £7.99 which is so good as it can also be worn casually. Finally whats an outfit from me without a chain?

Dont you think River Island has so many nice items right now?

Wednesday Wishlist

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1. I have seen so many people wearing this style of shoe lately and I want to jump on the band wagon. So many brands now stock almost identical ones, this includes Kurt Gieger, Dune, Primark and New Look. They would look so lovely just chucked on with jeans and a tee on a casual day.

2. Tropical prints still have a very special place in my heart, even with summer ending soon. This playsuit is gorgeous and is only £19.99. However I do find that playsuits don't suit my body type, they just never are flattering on my legs!

3. I noticed these shoes in New Look and fell in love instantly. The only reason I haven't bought them yet is because I have no idea when I'd wear them. They aren't high enough to wear on a night out but they may be too high for me during the day - dilemma! 

4. How gorgeous is this light shade?! I am 100% getting it when I eventually find a new flat (I only have around a month left). Next always have such lovely lighting so I knew Id find one on there, even better this particular shade is only £20!

Whats on your wishlist?

Wednesday Wishlist

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1. How gorgeous are the colours in this shirt? I am so tempted to buy it to wear with a white crop top and either high waisted jeans or shorts. It would be even more perfect for Autumn just to chuck on with jeans and a tshirt. 

2. As you can tell from these boots and the last shirt - I am starting to get into Autumn fashion. I wanted a pair of boots like these last winter but never got them so this year its my goal to get some. I actually saw a version of these in Primark but sadly they did not have my size.

3. Okay back to summer, I love these sandals! Lots of people in London were wearing similar ones and it just made my want grow. However as summer is ending soon I cant bring myself to buy them.

4. Ah I want this purse so badly. New Look also have this design in a clutch which I wouldn't mind owning either. At just £7.99 this purse is such a great deal! now just the decision of colour.. black or pink?

Whats on your wishlist?

New Look Sale Picks

How great are all of the sales right now? I have been pulled into so many shops by them! Here are some items that I have chosen from the sale on the New Look website, I just wish I could buy them all!

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My favourite is probably number 9, how beautiful is the colour of this dress? I am tempted to purchase it and buy a lovely kimono to match. Another item that I love is the peplum top (3), again I just love the colours of it! I only actually own one top in this style but I may have to invest in more. Number 4 reminds me a lot of tops that are in Topshop right now except at a much cheaper price! Finally the gingham dress (8) is such a good price as I can imagine it can be worn in all seasons - what more could you want from a dress?

Have you had a look in the New Look sale?

Recent Purcases - Topshop, AX Paris, Primark and New Look

First of all I am so sorry about my disappearance from the blogging world the past few days! I've had my mum over and have been working loads. My mum and I went shopping, here are some bits I picked up:

1. I was seriously lacking earrings so I picked up these in Primark. You can never go wrong buying 9 pairs of earrings for 2! I love the colour palette, gold and pale pink just looks great together.My favourites are the ones on the bottom right! I carried on the pale pink theme with the larger flower earrings for £1.50, I wore these today and they are gorgeous.

2. This skirt previously was £15 and I really wanted it but never picked it up. During my last trip to New Look I noticed it was down to £8 so I had to get it! Its such a versatile skirt and will last me through summer and also if I add tights, winter.

3. How gorgeous is this kimono? It was only £20 from the AX Paris section in New Look. This is shockingly my first kimono but I definitely plan to buy more. The only negative is that it is pretty big and a bit long even though its a s/m but this is totally something that I can work around.

4. I actually bought this top to match my kimono. It was only £12 from Topshop! I love the neckline as I think it looks so feminine and I have none like it. Hopefully I will wear this top and kimono on my birthday at the end of this month so there will definitely be an outfit post!



Have you been shopping recently?

Got Your Bikini Body Ready? My Swimwear Picks

The answer to the above question is - I definitely do not!. I wish so badly that I was going somewhere hot this year but sadly I am not, however this is an excuse for me to continue eating junk as I do not have to care about showing my body off in a bikini (whats that about every cloud?). There are so many lovely ones out there though, this year I am particularly loving high waisted bottoms and long line tops. Here are my picks from various websites:

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Which one is your favourite?

The Same Dress and Necklace - Worn Twice!

I recently bought this dress from New Look for £15 and it was so worth it. I love how the tropical print is coloured towards the top and as it nears the end it is black. The necklace I chose to style with it is my chunky gold chain that is seen in many of my blog posts, its definitely my favourite. The dress is so versatile as it can be worn day and night, here are my examples!

1. Night Out

I wanted the main focus of my outfit to be the dress and necklace therefore I kept the look very minimal. As usual I had to wear a thin black belt and gather the dress up over it, this had to be done as the dress was way to long on me. I wore my usual black heels, new ones are definitely in order! That is all that this outfit consisted of, a bit simple I know but I still love it.


2. Day Time

I wore the exact same dress, necklace and belt but this time I added black tights for a more casual look. I also toned down the shoes by wearing my new New Look sandals (pictured below). I love these shoes, they are never off my feet! I then added my much loved leather jacket as it was not the warmest outside, however I do wish that it didn't have the studding.

Do you love pieces that can be turned from day to night?

New Purchases: Tropical Print and a Pinafore

Okay, so I went out for dinner with my sister and kind of stumbled in to the shops. I promised myself that I would not buy anything but I could not restrain! These items were so cheap they just called to me (story for everyone huh?).

The denim pinafore dress was from Primark and was on sale for only £5! Its so cute and I know that they are majorly on trend right now however its too big for me, boo. So if you do decide to purchase this item I recommend going down a size or unlike lazy me, try it on!

I spent ages deciding if I should purchase the tropical print t-shirt dress from New Look but at £15 it was a bargain, it wasn't even on sale! I originally bought it to wear on a night out but it could definitely be worn during the day, expect a day to night post soon! However I might go exchange it for a smaller size, I don't know if its my awkward body proportions but it is really long and baggy on me even with a belt.

Have you been shopping lately?

Wednesday Wishlist

     

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1. I have always heard such great things about the Clarisonic yet I am still hesitant to purchase one due to the price. However lately I've been thinking that it will be a good investment, have you tried it? Maybe I'd be best buying a cheaper version first..

2. These shoes are so lovely! I have to admit it took me a long time to understand why people wore ones like this. Now I constantly crave them and create outfits in my head to match!

3. How gorgeous is this skirt? the colours just say spring/summer all over! At only £17.99 this is a complete deal, I don't know if I would be confident enough to wear it though..

4. I've seen pictures of this product everywhere and I am so intrigued but it. I just love the thought of a liquid lipstick. I specifically wish to try Tangerine Sonate which is a lovely coral and also Rose Symphony which is a pink. I recon this will be my next makeup purchase. 

Whats on your wishlist?