the essentials: part 1

So here we go...

1. LBD

I think it's safe to say, everyone will agree with me on this one. The Little Black Dress is a must!! I love this one as I am a massive fan of the drop waist. The style of the sleeves and the fitted body also means that you can get away with this one both casually and dressed up.

Look 1: If you haven't already noticed, I am quite a casual dresser, so I like dressing things down. The easiest, and comfiest, way to do this is throw an oversized jumper over the top to get that skirt effect. Keeping it low key with converse.

Look 2: Another perfect casual look, this is how I like to style this dress when the weather is a little better. A light bomber jacket keeps it low key, and the red Puma Suede's add a pop of colour.

Look 3: The saviour!! This is the go to look when there is no other option for a night out. Paired with awesome heels and statement jewellery, just add a statement clutch and you're ready to go.

Love this little LBD from Topshop.

2. Leather Trousers

Confession: I would die without these bad boys!! They are my favourite piece of clothing I have ever owned. I got these from Topshop AGES ago, but they are so wearable and have really held up well (based on the fact that they are never off me). If I could recommend one thing, it would be to invest in a good pair of leather trousers..they are worth it.

Look 1: Like an LBD, this is my go to for a night out (when you haven't shaved your legs or can't bear the cold). With a pair of killer heels, statement jewellery, or a really cool jacket, this look is so chic. It never fails.

Look 2: The grungy, laid back look is a definite favourite of mine. I like to team my leather trousers with and oversized band tee, bulky trainers, like these wedged ones, and one of my many brightly coloured slouchy hats to keep me from looking too dull.

Look 3: This look has quickly become my Uni look. It's perfect for early starts, when you just want to wear a massive hoodie, and pretend you're still in bed. With an oversized jumper and comfy flats, the leather trousers keeps this looking stylish, (and like some effort was put in).

These leather trousers from G-Star are awesome.

So that is the first two of my wardrobe essentials. I would love your feedback on this..Would you put these in your list?

the essentials

It's that time again...time for a wardrobe clear out. It can be such a long process, because naturally everything needs to be tried on again, making that oh so difficult decision to throw something out so much harder. It all comes down to that one question: Do I NEED it?? Most of the time the answer is 'No but I WANT it!!' So that got me thinking; what do we really need in our wardrobes?

Over the next few days, I'm going to bring you 10 of what I consider to be wardrobe essentials. Instead of just supplying a list of items (how boring!), I thought it would be much more fun to show you a very important piece, and three ways that I like to style it. I mean, what's a wardrobe essential if it's not versatile. (And that has nothing to do with the fact that I really wanted to try on all my clothes...)

Hope you guys like this..

First post coming soon...
;)

plaid trousers

As promised, an outfit post. Today's outfit comes from Zara. I love my plaid trousers, and I've had so much wear out of them. This trend has been around for a while, and I think it's definitely on the way out. So I had to get them in an outfit post before it was too late.
I paired them with this sheer top, also from Zara, because I think the colours really compliment each other. The thing I like most about these trousers is the dark tone of them, which means they aren't too 'in your face'.. great for casual wear. I might even be able to sneak a few more wears out of them..

 

 

Top/Zara

Trousers/Zara

Shoes(Old)/New Look

Rings/H&M

  

To be honest, today was kind of a 'thrown together' day. Tomorrow might be more exciting..

i'm back...

..and I've been shopping!!

 

The exams are finally over (phew!!). And I'm only in first year.. I dread to see the stress levels in final year (I always thought everyone was being dramatic! lol). But anyways, because of exams, blogging was put on hold. It actually surprised me at how much I missed it. So I'm glad to be back at it, and to celebrate, I went shopping...

 

Here's a few recent buys, and hopefully I can start doing outfit posts tomorrow again..

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lipsticks/Yves Saint Laurent

Rings/H&M

Dress/Topshop

Necklaces/Topshop

Sequinned Jacket/TFNC @ Topshop

Clutch/ASOS



 

 

I'll save the rest for later....



dressed to the Max

Today was AMAZING!! My big sister and her husband welcomed baby Max into the world this morning, and he's just a fricking dote!!! I seen him sleep for about half an hour and already I'm crazy about him. So proud of my sister and really looking forward to them getting home. So between visiting Max and taking over the school runs today, in hindsight, this probably wasn't the most practical outfit. Oh well...

Ask anyone and they can confirm, I am rarely out of my leather trousers. They are AWESOME! I paired them today with a loose oversized plain white tee, worn both tucked in and hanging loose as they day went on (keeping things mixed up! lol!). And my lovely new oversized coat that I got for a complete bargain in the Topshop sale.

Leather Trousers/Topshop

White Tee/New Look

Coat/Topshop

Boots/H&M

Anyways, I must get back to this studying I've been avoiding... or I might just look at some pictures of Max in all his cuteness..

cosy in leather

casual end to 2013

Flicking through some of my most favourite fashion blogs, I'm seeing everyone summing up their favourite outfits of the past year. First of all, jealous much!?!? Some of those girls just make me sad, they are so stylish. Lol! But secondly, you can just see the passion, dedication and effort they put into their blogs. They really are inspirational to me, and my little blog.

 

So since I have only been blogging a few weeks, I won't be throwing together such an impressive post, but just a few pictures of my favourite casual looks over recent weeks.

 

2014 will bring some proper outfit posts.....promise!!! ;)

 

big hair, don't care

 

sale shopping..



kim's classy curls

beyonce - big and bouncy

Beyoncé- What a Babe!! She is just absolutely rocking this bouncy, volume look. 

party hair

The party season is well and truly upon us. So you have the new dress, new shoes, new handbag and jewellery...what about the hair?!

 

These days we're too busy to make it to the salon. Or we end up with the really early appointment which means our hair doesn't last all night. Or maybe we simply don't put the same emphasis on our hairstyle as we do our outfit.

 

The Result= Neglected Locks!!

 

The most common looks when we are doing it ourselves are straight or curly. But this shouldn't mean it should look boring and rushed. I've compiled a few posts with how to guides and tips on how to create long lasting salon looks that I hope you find interesting and can learn something from.

 

So if you want to look like one of these babes on your night out....Read on!

 

 

 

Is there any other hairstyles you would like a guide on??

saying hi