Charlotte Clothier

I'VE SEEN THE WORLD, DONE IT ALL, HAD MY CAKE NOW

2013-05-17T23:59:00.002+01:00

DRESS- TOPSHOP| FRILLY SOCKS- TOPSHOP| HEELS- NEWLOOK| EARRINGS- RIVER ISLAND

Hey everyone, I managed to buy myself a second hand lens from the Camera shop for only £70, it was really needed because the quality of my photos were beyond blurry. Now I can see the difference so much and I don't have to sharpen them each time I edit them. Anyway I have had a tough couple of months with a few personal issues but now I feel I am back on my feet and waiting to get back into the blogosphere. I really want to blog daily like I acheived so greatly last year, but the weather in Wales is still very unpredictable. It took me three attempts to blog this dress, but I am so glad that I managed to capture it today. Its the most beautifully made dress ever, I have had my eyes on it since I saw it online. I know I am a poor student and really cant afford to spend stupid amounts but there was the last size 6 left in my near Topshop and I couldn't resist any longer. I have styled it quite elegantly I think with the white frilly socks and nude t-bar heels, but I think it would also look a bit more edgy with spiked Jeffrey Campbell's and a leather jacket.

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FIT FOR A PRINCESS #TedBakerSS13

2013-05-16T16:08:00.001+01:00

I was recently contacted by Ted Baker about their Spring Summer 2013 competition, and was told to pick my favourite pieces, seeing as I go weak at the knees when I see flouncy princess style dresses, I could not resist to show you guys these three pieces that I chose. They are a bit pricey but so glorious and elegant to look at, I hope one day my prince will pay for a beautiful dress like this and swoop me away on his white horse. Ted Baker styled this Castiel dress to a tea on the website, when a dress has so much detail and heavy embellishments all you need is a beautiful small pearl necklace and a pair of diamond earrings, incase of drawing the attention away from its beauty. I personally think it would be fit perfectly in the new upcoming movie The Great Gatsby. The second dress I choose caught my eye because of its Antoinette like qualities, such as the beautiful baroque rose print, it looks much darker on the website but the material looks like its heavenly light. The third dress I choose was mainly because of its honeycomb bee print, I have looked endlessly on the internet for anything bee related since falling in love with the theme after McQueens SS13 show and this dress would be so perfect for summer of course worn with some white frilly ankle socks and a straw hat. Anyway what do you think of the three dresses?

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CASTIEL Embellished Lace Dress - £1500 Ted Baker

PUNITEE Baroque Print Dress- £249 Ted Baker

CAMMY Busy Bee Print Dress- £109 Ted Baker

Honey Bee Style

2013-04-28T11:40:00.000+01:00

1. Bee Keeper Hat from Topshop £25| 2. Honeycomb Pattern Tights from My Tights £15| 3. Gold Bee Necklace from ASOS £60 | 4. Alexander McQueen Bee Flats from Harvey Nichols £450| 5. Cream Ruffle Skirt from Ebay| 6. Bee Print Top from Dorothy Perkins| 7. Bee Print Backpack from Accessorize £32| 8. Gold Bug Bracelet from ASOS £3| 9. White Cat Eye Sunglasses with Bee Detail from ASOS £20

Hey everyone I thought this may be the best time to explain to you a little bit more about my new blog design. I feel as a women I feel I have a lot in common with them, not only because they love flowers and are hard working creatures, but for their gorgeous Black and Golden coats. As you already know I have been in love with the Baroque trend and the main colour pallette of that trend was Yellows, Golds contrasted with Black. So it has to be inevitable that my love for Honey Bees is meant to be right?

I have been searching high and low on the internet for Bee print clothing and accessories, but I have realised there isn't much around, yet anyhow. Since being inspired by the Alexander McQueen SS13 collection you can watch here. I really think the Honey Bees are intelligent Ladies but alack the creditability they deserve. My research depicts the yellow and Black Bee Stripe being something of a comical Fancy Dress joke. Also whilst reading this months Vogue I came across an Article called Buzz Words by Gill Hornby. Its on page 83-85 and it explains so many things about the Bees lives that I really didnt know, that they are 'entirely dependent on the companionship of her sisters' and that they control most of the food chain. I am so glad that Sarah from McQueen has found inspiration in nature and created such a perfect collection. So I have created a small fashion collage with a few picks I have found on the internet. I couldnt even find any polyvore collages, well ones that were on trend. Its all well and true if you dont really think yellow is a flattering colour but McQueen proves that you can mix in Creams, Whites and Ochre. I found a similar blog post on Fashion Filtered check it out.

ROYAL AFTERNOON

2013-04-11T13:25:00.000+01:00

001. Hey guys, believe it or not but this outfit took some time to put together, I really didn't know what to pair with this such detailed skirt. It pretty much grabs the eye at first so I thought I need to balanace it out with something subtle. So I went for a black peplum top from topshop, bought in the sale, and attached a pink silk bow to match the colours on the skirt. The design of the skirt reminds me of the Dolce and Gabbana F/W 11 collection and they paired theres with a starry shirt but I dont own one of them. Anyway I got this skirt from Ochirte which is now called ECUGO, and it caught my eye straight away because of its royal feel to it, and right now I am in love with anything similar to the Baroque style. I know Dolce & Gabbana seem to be channeling this patriarchy right through to their F/W 13 collection. Which I have completely fallen in love with I think they are starting to win my heart over more than Meadham Kirchhoff right now, its such a sad thing to admit.

002. I am so lucky to finally try Laudree Macaroons, look at how beautiful the packaging is and colours. They are by far the best I have ever tasted! I recommend if your in London or Paris to go and try them!

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FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS

2013-04-07T21:15:00.000+01:00

Hey everyone I hope you all had a good Easter! Recently I have been swarmed with lots of parcels from my PR's so I have lots more exciting outfits to post. Which makes a change from being stuck at University constantly checking the mail for a surprise. It always brightens up my day to receive gifts and luckily enough I got these shorts from ECUGO. I think the company is based in Hong Kong so I was really shocked at how fast they managed to deliver them. I know ordering things from other countries people seem to get a bit skeptical whether they are wasting their money or not. Well these shorts fit absoultly perfectly I thought they would be too big because its hard to judge sizes online. I am so glad I managed to get hold of them, I've had my eyes on the style ever since I saw them in River Island, but from what I can remember they were about £40 which I think its over priced. However these shorts were only £28 which is a bargin!

Anyway I paired the shorts with a 3D Floral Jacket I got from Chicwish last year, and by now the buttons have all fallen off, but I managed to hold it together for some photos. I was mainly inspired by this outfit from Dolce and Gabbana's AW12 collection. I know I am trying to steer away from the Baroque style but its really taken a hold of my heart and I fear I cant let go. I hope you'll understand guys that my blog will never really be about the typical everyday street style thats easy to wear. Instead its about outfits and photographs that you can escape to a world better than reality. Lots of love, Charlotte x

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Camera trick: point your tripod upwards from the floor to gain height in photos.

PROMENADE WALK

2013-04-05T11:19:00.001+01:00

Hey Everyone, I am so happy that is has been so sunny, I have come back to my University for the Easter Holidays so I can be near the sea. Its still a bit cold and windy near the shore but the sun makes me so happy I cant even explain. Also living in the City I can do so many things like go shopping and go to the cinema. I spent a few days with my lovely boyfriend, this year I can feel like its going to be an indian summer, full of yummy food and indian music. Which is quite ironic considering ethnic prints and paisley prints are hitting all the shops right now. I got this dress from Bang Good and I couldn't resist purchasing it because the print is so similar to the Dolce & Gabbana SS13 collection. You can see it here. I made some DIY earrings similar to D&G with little ribbons attached to some earrings from Claires. My boyfriend took these photos of me, so all credit goes to him. He did a good job right? for his first attempt? He started to secretly love working with the camera and I convinced him to upload a look to lookbook, it would be great if you can hype him it would make him so happy.

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Happy Easter

2013-03-30T17:14:00.002Z

STRAW HAT- CHARITY SHOP| DRESS- FLUTTERBY DAISY|

WHITE KNEE SOCKS- H&M| NUDE T-BAR HEELS- NEW LOOK|

VINTAGE KEY CHAIN NECKLACE- FLUTTERBYDAISY

Hey honey buns, Its Easter tomorrow! which means venturing out to the shops and buying myself lots of chocolate eggs, Thankfully we have had a few sunny days and I have been motivated to go outside and take some spring themed photos. I received this dress which was handmade with love and fairy dust from Natanya Waybourne whose company is Flutterby Daisy. Her designs are so unique and I was completely shocked when she said she had sent me a gift in the post. I received a vintage key necklace and some little petal shaped woollen mittens and a ring. I was over the moon with everything she completely knew my style, which I think as a fashion designer that is the most important skill you can require, is how to tailor a design around a client. Well she did it perfectly and I hope the photos do show how much I adore it!

Anyway I have changed my blog design again, something a bit more inspired by Meadham Kirchhoff AW13 Collection. I am trying to steer away from D&G Baroque trend as I think now the Spring is coming its time to get the pastel coloured clothing out from my vintage suitcases! I have missed wearing my straw hat, most of those who followed my blog last year will recognise this style. Its definitely more of an escapism style for me to enter a world thats more dreamier and magical than the situation I'm in right now.

I came across this amazing Blossom Tree next to the Church in town the other day, and I couldn't stop thinking about it. I feel like it had an essence that just completely hypnotised me. Its the first Cherry Blossom Tree I have seen, I thought perhaps it may have been to cold for them to bloom. But last night I wondered down through the city to sit under it and gaze up at its pink fluffiness. Its sad that it never lasts long so I had to bring some home with me and decorate my room just for one night, its hard to keep it flowered once its been broken off the tree, if anyone knows how do let me know!

-Like Flutterby Daisy Facebook Page

-Check out Flutterby Daisy Etsy Shop
-www.flutterbydaisy.co.uk

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DARK EDWARDIANA

2013-03-23T00:05:00.000Z

001. Hey guys sorry for the lack of outfit posts and such I have been so busy with deadlines to meet at University. Thankfully its the easter holidays now and I have three weeks to make it up to you all! I wanted a fresh new blog design ready for Spring it was influenced by Meadham Kirchhoff AW13 collection. I was lucky enough to be invited at the very last minute to watch the show and go backstage to take photos, but unfortunately for me I didn't read my emails until the day it was on. Never mind the photo tell the story to me anyway but I was so grateful of Ed and Ben to have thought about me. I hope you like the new design and the Meadham Kirchhoff AW13 Collection. I will post more outfits shortly, so stay tuned.

BOOHOO #GLOBALSTYLER

2013-02-24T00:03:00.003Z

Dress- BOOHOO

Boots- OASAP

Sunglasses- River Island

Earrings- ACCESSORISE

Necklace- Claires

001. Hey guys sorry for the late post I know I blogged this dress about a week ago, whilst out and about in New Look, you can see it here. But I was actually part of the Boohoo Global Styler Collaboration and I wanted to take better photos. Unfortunately the weather was against it, it was so windy and freezing cold when I took this photos, and it was in the middle of University time so I had so many stares whilst walking around campus holding a tripod and a bit of paper. But I have to say that Boohoo are a great company to work with not only they are super friendly their clothes are so reasonable priced and always on trend! I remember back in 2008 I got a free goodie bag at the Clothes show live, thats when I first discovered them. This Baroque Dress had such a gorgeous print I immediately tried it on and fell in love with it. Its a Bodycon and fits your figure perfectly, although I know I hate to state the negatives, but the back goes into a V shape and sometimes sags, I don't know if thats because I am a skinny minnie, or I have no boobs, or because of the design of the dress. However I was thinking about just connecting the back up with some lace or several bows. I didn't take a photo of it because it didn't look right and I was very cold!!

002. Anyway I hope you guys take part in this Competition all you have to do is take a photo of you wearing something from Boohoo and tag it with #GlobalStyler and tweet it @Boohoo and Instagram your style!! I wish you lots of luck,

Lots of Love,

Charlotte x

ANTOINETTE

2013-02-19T16:13:00.004Z

Pink Coat Dress- SHE INSIDE

Tights- Primark

Boots- OASAP

Accessories- DIY

Necklace- MERRIN AND GUSSY

001. Hey Everyone, this is just a quick post about this amazing coat I got from She Inside, Its shaped like a dress and is so lightweight. I am so wrapped up in london fashion week I have been really inspired by todays Meadham Kirchhoff AW13 show. The models were walking fast and their facial expressions looked haunted, longing for the past. This was expressed with the High Neck Ruffle Blouses and Sailors Striped Collars and Ghostly Victorian Dresses. It was such a task to watch the show and take it all in and write everything down at the same time. A few things stood out though, such as those cute Gold Rose Wedged Slippers, the Tiaras and Veils which is a typical motif of MK. I was supposed to be there but at such short notice I couldn't possible make it in time. Perhaps in September I could attend the show, its funny because I am only ever interested in what Meadham Kirchhoff have to offer. I mean I like Dolce Gabbana's SS13 collection but there seems to be no edge to their pieces, also I love what these guys stand for. Perhaps I'm just being biased and not letting any other designers inspire me. Anyway for now I am still in awe of their SS13 collection and this Pink Double Breasted Coat has definitely brought me that Royal Elegance feeling to the beginning of Spring. The evenings are getting lighter and I am happier because I can finally blog after I finish University. I still wish I could blog everyday though, not to worry the Easter holidays are just around the corner. Have a great day everyone! Lots of love,
Charlotte x

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CHOIES KNOW HOW TO BAROQUE

2013-02-11T22:36:00.001Z

001. Hey everyone thanks for the response on my last outfit post it managed to start on the second page on Lookbook for a while and reached 800 hype. However this post is a bit of a dream wish list, if I had enough dollars I would buy all of these pieces. Its a shame a while back I was working with Choies, and managed to own a great Denim Jacket with lots of patches on, a bit like the Meadham Kirchhoff design. But I didnt blog it in time due to the move to University and now I don't feel it suits my more sophisticated style, its quite childlike and I put my hand on my heart and say I haven't really worn it out. So I can understand why Choies haven't contacted me since then, maybe I should do a giveaway? do any of you fancy owning a jacket like that?

Anyway here are a few pieces I'd love to own but don't have the money for. I have been scouring every online shop and none stock Baroque pieces just as beautiful as Choies do, take a look...

1. Ruby Velvet Black Vest Dress $72 2. Embroidery Jumper with Patent Leather Collar $199

3. Golden Embroidery Blouse $49 4. Baroque Painting Shirt $53

5. Baroque Pattern Coat $164 6. Gold Embroidered Short and Jacket $105

7. Suede Embroidery Vest Dress $60 8. Baroque Dress with Lace Trims $142

9. Gold Embroidered Black Knit Top $56 10. Embroidery Rhinestone Baroque Shorts $51

I'M THE ONE WHO FALLS

2013-02-09T17:29:00.000Z

Embellished Headband- DIY

Victorian Blouse- ZARA, EBAY

Velvet Body con Skirt- NEW LOOK

Stocking Tights- CLAIRES

Boots- OASAP

001. Hey Everyone sorry for the delay in posting, I haven't been very well yet again. I guess thats what you get when you live in a City so many bugs around I need to keep my sanitizer handy. I get super paranoid about germs!. Anyways I managed to fit in a quick outfit post yesterday and the sun was really against me, always popping in and out of the clouds, which means I had to constantly change the settings on my camera. I'm surprised by the outcome of this look on Lookbook because I recently bleached the ends of my hair an orangey colour, wanting to try out the ombre trend. I know its out-dated but so what I wanted to. So I hadn't washed my hair for three days, I have a fear of brushing my hair as well so it was all messy and gross, but it seemed to get a good response on Lookbook. I have been on the second page all afternoon and had such quick hype and comments within the hour. I cant thank you enough I did give up all hope on there but this has put me back on my feet knowing I still got it.

002. Anyway about the outfit, I got the Victorian Style Blouse from Ebay for only £20, it was at a buy it now price and the RRP was £60 it still had the tag on and in immaculate condition. I was over the moon! I thought I would take it basic today and pair it with a Velvet Bodycon Skirt, because I haven't managed to find the perfect black a line skirt. I don't really like body con clothing though, I feel its too revealing when it just hugs your figure. You have to make sure you wear the right underwear and blend everything i.e tights. I have had a lot of people ask me about my tights and I honestly got them from Santa a few Christmas's ago. I cant find another pair like them if I did I would tell you guys. Well thats about it, the shoes are just a basic block heel from OASAP, that I almost wear in every outfit. I was thinking about getting a pair of those Jeffery Campbell look a likes, but don't know what their like to walk in, are they heavy? I hope you all have a good weekend whilst I'm in bed recovering from this bug. Lots of Love, Charlotte xx

Quote of the day' We're born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through love and friendship we can create the illusion for the moment that we're not alone' - Orson Welles

DANCING IN A SANDSTORM SUNSET

2013-01-30T22:25:00.000Z

DIY Dolce Gabbana Inspired Accessories

Black Peter Pan Collared Coat- TOPSHOP

Lace Stocking Tights- Claires

Black Block Heel Boots- OASAP

001. After a Monday's hurricane like weather I thought to myself there is no chance that there is going to be any sunny weather this week. So I really didn't want to wake up this morning, but hope knocked on the door and my lovely boyfriend came to cuddle me and told me it was sunny. He doesnt usually do this I normally wake him up, so this cheered me up. I then got ready and went to collect my Ebay parcels. After a bit of lucky money I bought this Rose Coat in a size ten and in a better condition, my other one was a size six and I couldn't do it up over my tummy, and the collar and sleeves were ruined with foundation and looked a bit messy. This one is a much fresher and clean white colour apart from the smoke smell It fits me like a glove and I'm so pleased that I only got it for thirty pounds, there were two others on there and they were about a hundred pounds each. As well as purchasing this jacket I managed to get this Zara Top just for twenty pounds when it was originally sixty. Can you believe that? Well I cant I just love Ebay when I get great bargains like this, it still has the tags on and nothing wrong with it! I also ordered these lovely Baroque Print Dr. Marten Style Boots from Urban Outfitters. They were in the sale and I couldn't resist.

002. After dinner I wandered to the nearest camera shop to see if they have any wireless remotes but suprisingly they dont, which is pretty hopeless seeing as its a bloody camera shop. I will have to order another one from Amazon. I lost my other remote and its the only way I can take my photos for my blog without running back and for and clicking the timer on the camera. Off I was on my little trek trying to take photos in public in some great location, but the weather was against me, it turned bitterly cold and became very windy, I managed to take a photo in this doorway but nearly having my camera run over in the middle of the road by a fast passing car. Its so difficult taking photos of yourself in public, people stare so judgementally. It put me in a foul mood at the amount of ogling men just because of the way I dressed. I headed to the beach and danced in the sandstorm whilst watching the sun go down, it was so cold. But the photos make it worth while. I popped by Costa on the way back and bought a hot chocolate to warm myself up, definitely an eventful day.

Playlist- 'Where is my Mind'- Sunday Girl
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ONCE UPON A CUPCAKE

2013-01-29T18:11:00.000Z

Baroque Dress(*) - Boohoo

DIY Embellished Headband

Earrings- Accessorize

Shoes- New Look

Tights- Claires

001. Monday was spent trying to walk around town in the pouring wind and rain. I was so miserable in the morning because I thought in my week off I could catch up on my outfit posts. But no I have to now stay in and concentrate on my new art project. And what better way to find inspiration by finding this cute little cupcake shop in town called 'Once Upon a Cupcake'. I decided to buy four cupcakes, and some pink and white feathers from the market and head back to watch Marie Antoinette. I was mainly inspired by the Meadham Kirchhoff SS13 collection. Even though I love the whole gold and Black Baroque trend, I still have a huge love for the more elegant and feminine side. I wandered into New Look and found this brilliant gold baroque mirror in the shoe section, just imagine having it in your house! It was huge and I couldn't fit it into the outfit photo but I could just sit there all day and stare at how beautiful it was. So after all this Dreamy Antoinette afternoon filled with yummy cupcakes, I have decided to focus my art project on Toile De Jouy prints and the floral wallpaper of Versailles. Its going to be fun to create a wallpaper print for a dress, then I think the final photos should be taken in this cute cupcake shop, thats if they'll let me.

ROCOCO SNOW

2013-01-26T17:44:00.000Z

DIY D&G Embellished Headband

Baroque Earrings- ACCESSORIZE

Black Cape- Topshop from Ebay

Gold Polka Dot Dress- OH MY LOVE

Stocking Tights- Claires Accessories

Black Heel Boots- OASAP

DIY D&G Embellished Belt

001. Hey everyone hope you all enjoyed the snow, we didn't have much down here because we are close to the Sea. I spent Wednesday walking around with some housemates throwing snowballs and trekking through the wintery weather. In the evening I had the urge to go outside and brave the cold to take some outfit photos. The street lights lit up the evening sky and the white hue of the snow made everything sparkle and glimmer. Snow gives me the most magical feeling ever, I wish it stayed longer but the day after it sadly melted. I'm glad I managed to capture a few shots though. I'm still mesmerised by the Baroque fashion trend as you can see in the photos below, I have a neat collection coming along. I've dedicated a part of my wall to photos that inspire me. I bought the earrings from Accessorise for only £4 down from £10 which was a bargain and they were the only ones left! Destined to belong to me of course haha.

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BLOG SALE!

2013-01-22T21:13:00.000Z

I'm having a clear out, being it a new year and that I need to get rid of some clothes that have memories of previous years. Most of it is still very good quality and need a good home, if you like anything grab it quick and email me at charlotteclothier@hotmail.co.uk
We'll negotiate a prices and details via email.
Happy browsing!

(Size 4 Brand New Unworn Brogues)

(Size 12 Egyptian Print Party Top/Dress)

(Size 8 Purple Corduroy Blazer)

(Vintage Peach Floral Summer Dress Size 8-10)

(Blue Boat Woollen Topshop Jumper Size 8, Worn Once)

(Marshmallow Pink New Look Dress Size 6, Bella Swan Honeymoon style dress)

(Cute Floral Style Dress Hardly ever worn, Size 8)

(Grey Zara Turtle Neck Jumper Top Size 8)

(Pink Romwe Shorts Size 6-8 Elasticated Waist)

(Pink RaRa Skirt from H&M Size 6, Hole in the front)

(Cream Darling Tea Dress Size Small, 6-8 It's too long on me, and I have two of them)

(Vintage Lace Dress Size 6-8 too long on me)

(Lashes of London Jacquard Print Trousers Size 10)

(Courtney Love Tank Top River Island size 8, never worn)

THE ROMANTIC SIDE TO BAROQUE

2013-01-21T20:52:00.001Z

Hey guys sorry for the lack of outfit posts and such, the weather has been so cold and I really cant deal with those sorts of conditions, being little and all that I get cold easily. So I would much rather stay in and drink hot chocolate and play poker games. Me and my friends started to play poker for quite some time now and we are actually enjoying it specially since the weather has been so cold and we have to stay at home. If anyone of us know the poker barbie Lacey Jones we could have invited her over for some rounds. Lacey Jones was also know as a Fashion Model turned poker pro where she was known to be the poker barbie. I wonder if she was able to dress up in a Baroque era theme fashion before. She would look really stunning, I must say. Here are a few more inspirational photos that I'd like to share with you all and I hope soon the weather will be a little bit warmer to venture outside again, fingers crossed for sunshine.

ORNATE EXPECTATIONS

2013-01-16T14:36:00.000Z

I just wanted to share with you this beautiful editorial that I saw in a magazine called' How to Spend it' last October, I found the photos saved on my computer and thought I just had to show you guys if you haven't already seen them, they are so breathtaking and inspiring, I hope you fall in love with them as much as I have.

Stylist- Damian Foxe, Photographer- Andrew Yee,

SALE SHOPPING HAUL

2013-01-15T20:29:00.001Z

001. Hey guys sorry about the absence again, I have been busy looking at houses after Uni that I haven't had time to take blog photos. I hope these dark nights start to draw out soon so I can go and take photos later on in the evening. Its a bit of a pain at the moment that with the weather and all, its so cold and I really think I am a Spring/Summer Child. Next year I'm going to be sharing a house with all guys so thats going to be interesting, as long as there not as moody as my brothers are then I think I'll be alright. Anyways its better than being with bitchy girls, I don't have any sisters so I don't think I could cope.

002. During the time of my absence I have gone through a fake tan pandemic! I have been wearing it far too much and trying to be some one I'm not I am thankful for a truthful friend to inform me that it really doesn't suit me and my style and what I stand for. I took a step back and realised that yeah you know what I do look over the top and I am becoming one of those girls that I discussed way back in my posts. The whole fake take, fake nails, preppy style. Now I am embracing my pale skin and my dark brown hair, it still is hard though being surrounded by gorgeous girls in the night clubs with big hair and lush fake tans. But I really don't ever want to be one of those girls. If you want to see my epic failure with St. Moritz head over to my lookbook to see my latest look.

003. Anyways after that final realisation I got back to my normal self and went on a shopping haul to kick start my style for 2013. I am still deeply in love with the whole Renaissance/ Baroque prints and finally I can manage to buy a few more to add to my collection in the sales. I also managed to buy a this Mink Pink dress from Zalando, I have been after it for a while. Its got a great mix of Baroque prints with Tribal which seems to be set for next seasons trends. You can check it out here, its in the sale and down from £50 to £30 which is bargain.

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Anyway here are a few things I bought in the January sales so far...

(Baroque Shirt- Topshop £15, Necklaces- Topshop £2.50 each)

(Cardigan- River Island £25, Cherub Dress- River Island £15, was a Maxi Dress but I made it shorter, RARE Black Lace and Floral Embroidery Dress- Topshop £20)

( Gold Polka Dot Ballerina Dress- Oh My Love £15 RARE Red Gold Stud Dress £10- Topshop, Purple Print Dress- H&M £15)

PAISLEY PRINTS/2013

2013-01-08T16:51:00.000Z

Gold Chain- Claires

Purple Jacquard Trousers- Lashes of London

Black Lace Crop Top- Vintage

Black Leather Heel Boots- Koi Couture

Hey guys, sorry for the lack of posts, I have currently moved back to uni and finally settling back into the student routine now. Its hard doing everything for yourself and I think the lazy holiday lie ins have given me another illness. I am forever poorly but I am getting back on track again and I have started browsing the high street shops for this years key trends. I have currently spotted a love for prints this season, especially that of the glorious paisley and rich indian designs. I have included a few pieces that I would love to get my hands on but I also want to see if you have fallen in love with them as much as I have.

Topshop Blue Paisley Dress

Topshop Paisley Bomber Jacket

Topshop Hamsa Leather Jacket

Topshop Paisley Wedge Hi Tops

Happy New Year

2013-01-01T15:30:00.003Z

Dress- Jovonna London

Tights- Claires

Boots- OASAP

001. I hope everyone had a good time partying and drowning your sorrows. My plans didn't go to well so ended up staying in, sipping wine smoking a cigar I found under my bed. The room was filled with new perfume scents. I know have a lovely collection of Miss Dior, Dior A'bsolu and Dolce and Gabbana, I think this year I'm going to collect some old perfume bottles. There is something quite nostalgic about them, whether old or new, its something that completely belongs to a women. Well should I say her dressing table. I love sorting mine out with vintage pieces handed down from my grandmama, and aligning them with bits of greenery collected from winter walks. I love keeping childhood items as well, mainly cake toppers from my Birthdays. I've started to gain inspiration from back stage dressing rooms, mainly from the movie Moulin Rouge, I loved miss Hanagan's bedroom in Annie, Maybe its something from my past life that I just love about the dim lighting, feather boas, light bulb mirrors and the whole theatrical atmosphere.

Best Looks Of 2012 Part 2

2012-12-31T17:12:00.002Z

July 2012
This month I like to call the 'Whimsical Woes and Fairy Foes', my looks and photography became more of an escape from reality. I knew deep down in my heart I was in love with the wrong person and I was trying to love someone who didn't see life as magic and precious as I did. I then tried to find love elsewhere. Then Summer was there right in front of my eyes, the warm breeze, the sparkling sun through the trees, the kisses from the roses and the grass tickling my bare feet. I never felt so close to nature like this, once you just let the world in its fascinating how it comforts you, and looks after you. You start seeing things in nature that almost seems like they are putting on a show for you to make you smile. The butterflies dance around your head, the birds sing a lullaby on the telephone wires. I loved making dens from bedsheets, collecting flowers from an empty cottage garden, I felt nothing else mattered. I was blissfully happy. Crown and Glory, was such a marvellous well established boutique to work with.

This look lucky enough got me a place as a finalist in the Cosmopolitan Style Search.

August 2012
This month I was mainly inspired by Pin Up Girls, I bought a Candy Striped Bed Sheet from a Vintage Store and it made such an awesome backdrop to work with, I thought to myself I could do a lot of looks with this, by just quickly changing in my bedroom and snapping my outfits. I guess I was inspired by the lovely Annika! But then again I thought backgrounds are very important to me, especially locations they bring my ideas and concepts alive. So I started to venture outside and found some beautiful places such as the Lake with my Red Hearted Dress! it got shared on Lookbook's Tumblr and received a lot of views within seconds. But either way it was good to experiment and learn from trial and error.

September 2012
Was the month I was getting ready to leave for University for the first time, so I tried to rush all my ideas into one. My head was all over the place. I think I started to wake up from my Summer Sleep and faced reality. Most of the month I felt anxious and sad to leave the Countryside. You could probably guess in my looks I was stressed and not focussed. Also bad hair, a ratty wig and no money made me a very unhappy bunny.

October 2012
Finally this month I had settled down into University, although I still found it hard to blog with so many people around. Im so used to the company of the Cows and Sheep in the fields. But I think I managed a few good photos this month, I'm so happy you guys stayed by me through to the next chapter of my life. The first look I took was up on a balcony over looking the sea, I stayed in a spare room for a week because I had caused to much drama in halls due to my lack of inhibition. Lime Crime, was such an awesome company to work for, I was over the moon. Also Becky B Wardrobe such a great company as well. I started working hard once I had money to spend on clothes and the new Baroque trend especially caught my eye. I bought new hair extensions and got back on track finally feeling myself again, I had my feet firmly placed on the ground and ready to live.

November 2012
My new art project led me to rekindle my love for the Pre-Raphelite paintings, and thus I dreamed of the elegance and romance that the women beheld in the artwork. However by this time the weather was becoming colder so I had to take photos indoors, which isn't good when there are other students about. It became quite awkward explaining why I take photos of myself and dress up like this. If I pranced about the City in those Vintage Dresses and dressed up as Thumbelina I'm certain people would think I am a head case. So thus I have to conjure up some kind of sophisticated and much maturer look. But I am starting to see my style shift into a darker romantic stage now, like my heart is at ease now its set free, and I know now that I will forever love him, even though he isn't near anymore. You never forget your first love even though we grew apart.

December 2012
So here we have it, Mr.December. How lovely to greet you. Although I still haven't really fitted into a blogging routine whilst being at University. My passion still remains and the journey still continues. Its hard for me to battle these dark nights and all the work load. Im sure now Spring is around the corner I shall be out and about at the sea side and around all the beautiful parks and buildings down here, I am quite excited spending spring in the City. Although I shall miss the blossom trees and the sprouting flowers. After five years of being trapped in a relationship where you both know deep down that its not working. I think now I have finally found freedom right by the Ocean. I think I have met some one who makes me feel electric. I don't know what love is yet I still feel too young, but I really like this person so time will tell, and hopefully my thoughts and feelings will channel through my style and photography and I will begin making art again. Have a great new year x

Part 1 continued here...

Best Looks Of 2012 Part 1

2012-12-31T13:20:00.001Z

January 2012
Was the month I started to work with Companies, last year the only one was Romwe, at the beginning I had bad hair extensions, took photos in doors which were so bad haha but the outfits were so creative and crazy. I completely let myself go. I got featured in Teen Vogue Best Dressed Online and my photos wearing Your Eyes Lie clothes were featured on their website as a product image. It was crazy to see yourself on a clothing website that you have admired for a while. Companies worked with Your Eyes Lie, Chicwish, Romwe.

February 2012
There are a few more looks in this month because it was the season of Love and I think Chicwish knew this and spoilt me with many wonderous fairytale dresses to prance around in. This was the month I started talking to the lovely Paige and we collaborated together for the Lookbook Valentines Competition. I also worked with an amazing online vintage store called Shoppalu, and She Inside oh and also I couldn't believe that In Love With Fashion sent me this Pink Maxi Dress. It was so expensive as a sample I was so thankful.

March 2012
The month of the fiery red head seems like I was actually on fire with lots of ideas that created wonderful looks. This was the BOOM month, so much happened. I became obsessed with Cosette Munch dyed my hair like her. BIG MISTAKE. Dont have a clue what I was doing at that time. I worked with Proopticals, Australian Store Beginning Boutique, and Club Couture. I discovered the wonderful Jessica Celebre's looks and fell into a state of romantic dreaming. She opened up this whole new world for me. I watched the film Picnic at Hanging Rock because of her. I worked with little jewellery boutiques like Megan Jane, Rings and Tings and Iridescent. I received a parcel of clothes from Paige, and I sent one back, it was a way of supporting each others blogs and experimenting. I became obsesed with Lolita thanks to Cosette Munch. I started reading blogs like Briar Rose and Red Brick Lipstick but I was afraid to approach these ladies they seemed to be so magical and inspiring.

This look got shared and featured on the Lookbook Facebook page thanks to Yuri Lee.

Inspired by Jessica Celebre's Look.

April 2012
The Blooming Butterfly months. Found my love for Lana Del Rey. Invested in a wig, didn't want to be Ginger anymore but my hair was in bad condition so its better than dying it and its easier to completely reinvent yourself with wigs. I had such a great time dressing up as Lana Del Rey, I think my hard work paid off because in May she followed me on Twitter. Worked with great companies like I Wear Sin, Ellatino and Ax Paris and OASAP.

Inspired by Kustom Kix Shoes by Sherriff Nasir

Remember this look reaching top 5 on the Lookbook Hot Page and Ivam and I were getting too excited.

May 2012
Was the flaming hot weather where it was just too hot to take looks outdoors! I can remember making up this Jubilee Tea Party at the bottom of my garden because it was the only place that had shade! When I wore the cream lace dress I was sweating so much, it was so uncomfortable. Worked with amazing companies like The Orphan Arms, Mad Lady, I Any Wear, Little Me and BQueen Shoes.

June 2012
Still obsesed with lana as you can see in the photos, I invested in a longer Curly Wig, which was amazing but now has gone ratty. Need to invest in a new one asap. Found the biggest sweet smelling Pink Rose in the Graveyard! It basically just put the cherry on the top of that Darker Black Laced look. So beautifully contrasted! I started talking to Megan Mcminn at this time and we sent each other parcels, she was such an inspiration, but now she is fully blooming and its great to see her being so successful, wish her lots of luck for the future. Worked with great companies like Choies, Camera Fund Clothing, Laughing Assassin Jewellery and 9 Crow Street.

To be continued...

HIS TENDERNESS BREAKS THE GAZELLE'S HEART

2012-12-29T12:06:00.000Z

Dress- VIVILLI

Boots- OASAP

Lipstick- TOPSHOP

001. Hey guys so sorry for the delayed blog posts, its been so busy! Hope you all had a great christmas, mine was spent with my brothers. It felt good to help each other out without lots of family or parents around for a change. Yeah it was quiet but sometimes that can be relaxing and not always a bad thing. Well for me anyways I always spend most of my time alone. Anyway this look I was supposed to do about a couple months ago, but I've been so busy with Uni I can only now fit all the outfits in the winter holidays. I had to alter this dress and make it shorter into a kind of sixties scooter dress style. So I could wear it out to the clubs, being a short always has its down falls and this dress originally came down to below my knee. I'm wearing shorts underneath it just incase. But I like wearing short dresses because it makes my legs look longer. When I first received the dress as well the print was rubbing off on my skin, so I had to wash it twice for it to fade. Also the dress has now sold out on Vivilli which isn't a good thing as a blogger, my bad. So this post kind of feels useless to me because I always try and make sure the things I wear are in stock so you can go off and buy them. But other than that the Vintage Black Block Heel Boots are in stock, I recently got them from OASAP and I have fallen in love. They remind me a little bit of the spice girls and they make me feel ten foot tall.

You can be my full time baby

2012-12-24T11:17:00.000Z

(art project)

001. Hey Guys well its Christmas Eve today, and hope everyone is having a good holiday. But for some reason this year I want the option of not celebrating Christmas. Its not because I want to be a party pooper for everyone but there are a few things I just dislike about Christmas, firstly the whole religious aspect to it and people ignoring its true meaning, secondly it makes me shiver the amount of money everyone has spent on consumerism and thirdly the pressure of being jolly and happy all day. I think people should have a choice if they want to celebrate it or not. This year I just want it to be another day, maybe its because I am older now and the magic has gone should I say. But I really just enjoy spending time by myself, people think no one should do that at christmas but I am more than contented in my own company. Do you guys ever feel this way? Do you celebrate Christmas?

002. This outfit I'm wearing was inspired by Lana Del Rey at Love Box festival, its a bit summery, but I have waited ages to collect the same Leopard Peace Belt and Cream Hi Tops from River Island. Both that I luckily managed to find on Ebay and bided way over just to get them. The dress is from EFoxCity and it only really suits me when I have a tan, when I'm pale the colour washes me out. It concerns me as well that this company is selling products that are made in h&M, well on the tag it says its from there, so that has made me wonder whether blogging their products is legal? There was no tag on the garment, just looked like I had got it from Ebay. As you can see if I'm not happy with a product I receive I wont just sugar coat everything I will state things that I don't like about it. Even with this Quilted Jacket that I got from Bench, its nice to wear but I feel like its too stiff, maybe because its new? and also when I wear it it feels too long on me. But anyway I've left my camera cable and charger at uni so its hard to blog good quality photos using a rubbish Digi cam. Also the weather has been so cold and rainy outside so have to take a lot of photos indoors. Im trying to catch up with blogging as I feel I have lost my touch.
Hope you guys have a good christmas.
Lots of Love
Charlotte x