The Fashion Season

Seasonal Style #8

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:46:00 +0000

Words: sports luxe, sexy, powerful, feminine.

Total Price: £65.98

Price Breakdown: Trousers £14.00, Top £4.99, Heels £22.00, Blazer £24.99

Availability: Trousers & Heels from Select, Top & Blazer from New Look

Sunday Spotlight #4

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 18:37:00 +0000

So, this week...I've seen Office's buyers picks, Uniqlo's new spring collection (lots and LOTS of pastels!) and both River Island and New Look have been playing the denim game with offers and styles galore. However, here's my pick of this weeks best collections...

Uniqlo- Checked/ Printed Shirts- February 2013

Prices: (L-R) £19.90, £19.90, £19.90, £29.90

Availability: online here

New Look- Blazer Squad- February 2013

Prices: £24.99 each
Availability: online here or in store

Urban Outfitters- Fifty Picks Under £50- February 2013

Prices: (L-R)£22.00, £30.00, £16.00, £25.00, £32.00, £42.00

Availability: online here or in store

Vera Moda- Night at the Movies-February 2013

Prices: check on the website for price guidelines from the euro- GBP

Availability: online here or in store

Fridays Fashion Find #5

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:27:00 +0000

On Trend Hi-Tops.

Prices: 1. £45.00, 2. £45.00, 3. £35.00, 4. £14.99, 5. £29.00

Availability: 1. River Island, 2. Topshop, 3. River Island, 4. H&M, 5. Dorothy Perkins

Perfume Dupes #2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 11:14:00 +0000

1. BCBG Max Azria "BCBG Max Azria">> Beyonce "Pulse NYC"

50ml EDP £33.99>> 50ml EDP £19.99

2. Christian Dior "Miss Dior Cherie">> JLS "Kiss"

30ml EDP £44.99>> 30ml EDT £13.50

3. Armani "Code" >> Bench "Urban Original"

30ml EDP £39.50>>50ml EDT £7.99

4. Paco Rabanne "Lady Million" >> TOWIE "Dazzle"

30ml EDP £34.50>> 100ml EDT £17.99

[All prices were correct when this post was published; all prices are from The Fragrance Shop]

Sunday Spotlight #3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 16:46:00 +0000

Collections of the Week.

Zara- TRF: Blazers- February 2013

Prices: (L-R) £39.99, £39.99, £69.99, £59.99

Availability: Zara in stores or online here

Uniqlo- Greengate Collection- February 2013

Prices: (L-R) £12.90, £12.90, £12.90, £9.90

Availability: online here

Jack Wills- Spring Collection- February 2013

Prices: (L-R)£34.50, £129.00, £59.50, £49.50

Availability: in stores or online here

Mango- S/S 13- Upcoming

Availability: soon to be in stores and online here

Images courtesy of www.candyliquor.co.uk

Friday's Fashion Find #4

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:11:00 +0000

Crop Tops.

Prices: 1. £17.99, 2. £28.00, 3. £20.00, 4. £14.99, 5. £15.00, 6. £16.00

Availability: 1. New Look, 2. Topshop, 3. River Island, 4. New Look, 5. Topshop, 6. Miss Selfridge

Ebay Edit #1

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:42:00 +0000

Chunky, Knitted, Oversized Jumper.

Price: £7.95

Postage and Packaging: £1.99

Sizes: All

Colours: Variety

Availability: oops-outlet (click here)

Grunge Studded Jumper (Handmade).

Price: £22.00

Postage and Packaging: Free

Sizes: 8/10/12/14

Colours: Black

Availability: headgirlneat (click here)

Low Heel, Gold Zip-up, Ankle Boots.

Price: £9.99-£19.99

Postage and Packaging: £3.99

Sizes: 3-8

Colours: Variety

Availability: ajvani_shoes (click here)

Fruit of the Loom Tees.

Price: £1.79

Postage and Packaging: £1.00

Sizes: XS-XL

Colours: Variety

Availability: cozzy1950 (click here)

Bohemian Pashmina's.

Price: £2.08

Postage and Packaging: Free

Sizes: -

Colours: Variety of patterns

Availability: bg4acf (click here)

[To clarify: I am in no way affiliated with any of the above sellers. These are my personal recommendations as a user of Ebay...thus, I obviously cannot be responsible for any dealings with these sellers or any others on Ebay]

Seasonal Style #7

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:06:00 +0000

Words: city, effortless, comfort, chic, modern.

Total Price: £63.00

Price Breakdown: Jumper £34.00, Acid Wash jeans £15.00, Black crocodile skin bag £14.00.

Availability: Topshop, Internacionale, Select.

Sunday Spotlight #2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 09:58:00 +0000

Collections.

ASOS- Smock Dress-February 2013 'Hot Pieces'

Prices: £38.00, £45.00, £30.00, £25.00

Availability: direct link to the collection

Miss Selfridge- Denim Update- February 2013

Prices: £32.00, £40.00, £30.00, £18.00

Availability: direct link to the collection

Office- Buckle Up- February 2013

Prices: (L-R) £85.00, £60.00, £130.00, £55.00, £62.00

Availability: direct link to the collection

American Apparel- Enamel Collection- February 2013

Prices: Rings £16.00, Necklaces £22.00, Long drop Earrings £16.00, Large Studs £14.00

Availability: direct link to the collection

Friday's Fashion Find #3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:18:00 +0000

Triangle- Shaped Jewellery.
Think geometric, think neon, think statement pieces.

Prices: 1. £12.50, 2. £6.50, 3. £6.00, 4. £10.00, 5. £7.50, 6. £2.99, 7. £16.00 each pair.

Availability: 1. Topshop, 2. Dorothy Perkins, 3. Republic, 4. Topshop, 5. Dorothy Perkins, 6. New Look, 7. American Apparel

"Dupes" #1: Vivienne Westwood

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:15:00 +0000

Vivienne Westwood

Spring/ Summer 2013

Paris Fashion Week

Catwalk- Crossover straps:

High street- Crossover straps:

Oatmeal leather- look cross over wedges- New Look- £27.99
Platform ankle- strap sandals- Zara- £39.99
RIGHT wood shoe sandals- Topshop- £50.00

Catwalk-Buckles:

High street- Buckles:

Limited khaki suede buckle wedge ankle boots- New Look- £49.99
Fran heavy sole sandals- Topshop- £60.00
White chunky buckle wedges- River Island- £60.00

Catwalk- Prints:

High street- Open Toe Prints:

Printed platform sandal- Zara- £59.99
3D Floral court shoes- Next- £45.00
Shoe- H&M- £24.99

Into the Closet: January

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:38:00 +0000

CLOSET.

i. Neon dip hem skirt- Topshop- Sale £7.00- similar here

ii. "H" initial necklace- Primark- £1.50

iii. Side split nautical maxi skirt- Primark- £12.00

iii. Petite purple flecked roll sleeve dress- Topshop- £18.00- similar here

iiii. Blue crinkle style maxi skirt- Primark- £8.00

BEAUTY BOX.

i. ELF hoard: Powder brush- £3.75/ Studio mineral powder brush- £3.75/ Fan brush £1.50/ Eyeshadow brush £1.50/ Nail polish in "Nude" £1.00/ Studio eyebrow kit in "Dark" £3.75- ELF website

ii. ELF nail polishes £1.00 each "Dark navy" "Nude" "Smokin' hot" "Matte finisher" "Metal madness" -ELF website

iii. Botanics Super Balm- £3.99- Boots / Lee Stafford Hair Growth Treatment- £7.99- Boots/ Origins super spot serum- £9.00- Outlet store/ Ponds Hydronourishing Cream- £4.49- Superdrug

iiii. MAC eyeshadow in "Short Shorts" (Frost)- £7.00- outlet store/ ELF eyelid primer in "Sheer"- £1.50- ELF website

LIFE.

i. Taking too many photo's of my kitten whilst enjoying my home comforts!

ii. Indulging in many a Krispy Kreme after sneaking home from University to see my parents for a weekend.

iii. Books I'm currently reading for the English side of my degree: Trumpet, Oroonoko, The Restoration Comedies, Roxana, Gullivers Travels, Empire Writing. If you're interested in true life reads then check out Trumpet for a great fictional account based on the life of Billy Tipton (a male Jazz musician who was discovered to be a woman at death). If you're in for some bawdy comedy however, the restoration comedies are hilarious- who knew 17th century ladies and gents were doing so much bed- hopping?!

iiii. The ELF nude nail colour that I got ALOT of compliments on this month.

Although hit and miss, when the ELF nail polishes are true to form they are great for me as they don't budge even when I'm at work and spraying perfume continously; other brands including Chanel and Dior rub off at the first spray due to the condensed alcohol in the fragrances.

v. Alongside the stack from Uni, I'm loving reading Peter Pan by J. M Barrie.

Peter Pan is my favourite Disney film, and reading the real story is like rediscovering my Childhood imagination. I know Cath Kidston does a copy of this story also, so if you're looking for any gift ideas for Valentines I completely recommend this book!

vi. As part of my ploy to put on weight I've stocked up on the ever so nutritious complan; it not only tastes amazing when added to hot milk but it has loads of vitamins and minerals in so I'm going to be one healthy lady.

Sunday Spotlight #1

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:11:00 +0000

Blog Entries.

Beauty Crush- The Pleather Peplum Skirt

Visit here

This Fashion Is Mine- What I Wear to Uni Lookbook

Visit here

The London Lipgloss- Sometimes, I Get A Lil Over Emotional

The London Lipgloss- John Lennon

Visit here

Collections.

Internacionale- All You Need Is Love (And Clothes)- Valentines Collection.

Prices: Jumper £16.99, Jeans £18.99, Socks £1.99, Skirt £9.99
Availability: in store or online here

River Island- RI Limited Edition- February 2013.

Prices: Top £15.00, Skirts £22.00 each, Bags £25.00 each

Availability: in store or online here

Friday's Fashion Find #2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:23:00 +0000

Acid Wash.
An edgy staple for any wardrobe.

Prices: 1. £16.00, 2. £16.00, 3. £35.00, 4. £24.99, 5. £14.00, 6. £12.00
Availability: 1. River Island, 2. Matalan, 3. River Island, 4. H&M, 5. Select, 6. Republic

Seasonal Style #6

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:04:00 +0000

Words: mid-season, neon, staples, transitional style, statement.

Total Price: £82.98

Price breakdown: Cherry jersey skater skirt £9.99, Light acid wash army jacket £50.00, Zigzag snood £16.00, Top £6.99.

Availability: Skirt @ Internacionale, Jacket @ River Island, Snood @ Topshop, Top @ H&M.

My Closet: Neon, Florals & Jogger Pants

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 22:17:00 +0000

Prices: Dress £4.00, Jogger pants £26.00, Jumper £12.99

Availability: Dress @H&M, Jogger pants @Next, Jumper @New Look.

The most recent additions to my closet are...

I must admit I wasn't exactly taken with the dress until I saw the price tag and then my sales head took over and now it's in my closet! I think it'll go great with my leather jacket for a harsh florals look- which is reminiscent of the H&M Spring look book.

Although the quality isn't great- it's that awful stretchy material so I fear the colours may fade after a few washes- for £4 from £24.99 I can't really moan!

One of the big trends of Spring, as seen in the Hot List, is neon but no matter how fashionable it is I always seem to steer clear due to the intense fear of looking washed out and ill. However, when I saw this jumper in New Look I thought "What the hell- I'll try it on" and surprisingly it looked great. I think it's because the white pigments ensure it's not too bright- not sickly bright.

The winning factor for me though was the back detail (which you can't see, sorry!) it has super cute white buttons falling vertically, and I feel like this adds a touch of uniqueness which distinguishes it from the cheaper designs available from Primark (for example).

Finally, I've seen jogger pants/ jersey pants/ harem pants (whatever you want to call them!) in Warehouse, Topshop, Oasis and Next over the past couple of weeks so I thought I'd give them a try as they look really comfortable.

As a petite girl I rarely find bottoms that fit so these were a nice surprise, they didn't swamp me and because of the elasticated waist they give me more of a shape too. Definite win, although I feel £26 may be a bit steep- I justified them by promising myself that they'll be my statement bottoms throughout spring/ summer! ~~(blatent lie)~~

Have you treated yourself to anything nice recently?

Friday's Fashion Find #1

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 22:45:00 +0000

The Snood.

A fashionable friend during the transition between yucky snow and warmer temperatures.

Prices: 1. £16.50, 2. £14.00, 3. £15.00, 4. £16.00, 5. £18.00, 6. £16.50

Availability: 1. Vera Moda, 2. Topshop, 3. River Island, 4. River Island, 5. Topshop, 6. Vera Moda

Perfume Dupes #1

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:15:00 +0000

Working in Fragrance definitely has a few perks, one of which I am eager to share with you all- the dupes.

The myths that celebrity perfumes are a complete waste of time, and that cheaper options always equal to nothing on your skin, are exactly that- myths.

To ensure the quality of a perfume buy it from a good store- simple. To ensure the fragrance is long lasting and smells beautiful on the skin, try it on and walk away.

(EDP in theory lasts longer than EDT but again it is a matter of personal matching)

In this series I'll advise you on cheaper options for some top end favourites as this is the question I'm always being asked.

Although I've worked in fragrance for years and completed many an exam on the topic (yawn!) it still is a matter of opinion, so if you are interested in any of the below recommendations remember to try before you buy just to be sure!

Let me know what your thoughts are on this series and if it's helped any of you save some hard-earned pennies!

So...

1. Gucci "Rush">> Tulisa "The Female Boss"

30ml EDT £36.50>> 50ml EDP £11.99

2. Armani "Diamonds">> Steps "Guilty Pleasure"

30ml EDP £36.50>> 100ml EDT £9.99

3. Diesel "Loverdose">> TOWIE "Love Addict"

30ml EDP £28.99>> 100ml EDT £9.99

4. Narciso Rodriguez "For Her">> Sarah Jessica Parker "Lovely"

50ml EDP £55.99>> 30ml EDP £24.50

& One for the boys...

1. Paco Rabanne "One Million">> Voi "Voi Jeans"

50ml EDT £37.99>> 100ml EDT £9.99

[All prices are correct when this post is published; they can fluctuate. All prices are from The Fragrance Shop except Narcisco Rodriguez which is from The Perfume Shop]

Trending: White Accessories

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 23:42:00 +0000

The last in the three part series on the glories of all that is white; and arguably the best has arrived last with a whole feast of accessories ready to be devoured!

Whether you're planning to indulge in the monochrome trend, the floral trend or the pastels this Spring a white accessory will serve you well.

If you're not quite ready to commit to the white bowler bag or the white shoes then a small accessory is the way to go. Not only the cheaper and less risky option (snow=sludge=blemished white, argh!!) but these options are also the easiest way of adding something fresh into your outfit; think block colours, clean cut and a large move away from the dullness of A/W!

So, take a look at what the high street is offering us...

Prices: 1. £13.00, 2. £2.99, 3. £15.00, 4. £6.50, 5. £6.50, 6. £4.99

Availability: 1. River Island, 2. Internacionale, 3. Next, 4. Topshop, 5. Topshop, 6. New Look

New Brand: "Crown and Glory"

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:47:00 +0000

"floral bobby pin sets, whimsical floral crowns, on-trend turbans, wedding worthy fascinators and beyond!"

"Whimsical" is definitely the most fitting way to describe Crown and Glory creations. Adorning the prettiest of heads since 2010 it's obvious to anyone why the brand has produced multiple must-have accessories.

From giant bows and turbans to full bouquets: almost any style of decorative headgear you can imagine is available to order and can be on your head as soon as. And the best thing? Each item is handmade to order so you know for sure no-one will be walking down your road with the exact same item- very, very similar but not the same!

The brand has featured extensively in Company magazine and Grazia, and the accessories are instantly recognisable on many a blogger website such as the ever-popular LLYMLRS and Zoella.

Perfect for the upcoming Spring months when floral trends are inevitable, and already seeping into our high streets via New Look and Warehouse, a purchase from Crown and Glory will be one you won't regret.

Products start from a mere £4 depending how much decoration your cranum can take! And, with the current sale you could snap up the ultimate bargain if you move quickly.

Don't take my word for it though:
Visit Crown and Glory here and see what wonders they have to offer!

[Just to clarify: with the "New Brand/New Blogger" posts the term "New" is used in reference to my recent knowledge of them, not whether or not they are new in their business]

My Closet: Monochrome Fur Coat

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 22:06:00 +0000

Price: £55.00

Availability: River Island

I simply could not resist this jacket when I saw it in River Island this week.

It was originally available a month or so before Christmas, but I think it was took off sale because it wasn't going to be discounted in the January Sales.

So, shopping this week minding my own business and it pops out at me again!

I have this terrible habit where I spend vouchers and gift cards like they aren't actually money, so... this is how this purchase arrived in my hands (thanks Auntie Debbie for the gift cards!)

I must admit it isn't the most sensible purchase because fur is usually kept for the Winter months, BUT in my defence monochrome is huge this upcoming season and it's still really cold!

It may have been one of my crazier purchases (my Dad says I resemble an Essex girl in it!) but it's just so cute, don't you think?!

Insert: Topshop 'Mom Jeans'

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:29:00 +0000

The model for Topshop most definitely wears them better than I do, but in the interests of fashion (and comfort...mostly comfort) I've been rocking the 'mom' jeans since early November. And, although their guest appearence on this blog was deleted shortly after it was announced, I thought I'd bring them back in this little insert as Topshop have announced their formal Spring Preview and their version of my Levi's are soon to go down a storm I'm sure...

Cute, comfortable, versatile and they make your bum look amazing (don't take notice of these terrible photo's!)...so, what's not to love?!

If you are interested in this Spring trend then Topshop's version of the 501's are available in stores and online here

My Closet: Tommy Hilfiger Dress

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:32:00 +0000

When I opened this dress on Christmas Day I fell in love again! I say "again" because I'd forgotten that I had actually chosen it months ago during one of my families shopping trips to London.

It was bought from a vintage stall in Camden Market for only £15, and I think that's one of the reasons I love it. I know some vintage shops nowadays can be ridiculously expensive, so I tend to avoid them, but markets like Camden and charity shops make me excited about vintage again. This is what vintage is all about: awkward sizing, making it work for yourself, and saving £££'s!

I teamed it with my new bomber jacket (post here) for a boyish look, and have been wearing it all over town since!

Trending: White Shoes

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:40:00 +0000

The second part in the White Accessories series is here, and it's all about your feet! It's only right that we focus on tootsies now as my nan always told me that your shoes should match your bag, soooo... white, white, white!

As early as last October Elle magazine was promoting white shoes in opposition to the boring black, and the high street has finally caught up with the following offerings:

Prices: 1. White perforated hidden wedge boat shoes £30.00 2. White metal toe slipper shoes £25.00 3. Fish scale design platform court shoes £19.50 4. Martina t-bar geek shoes in white £30.00 5. AEROBIC2 paisley wedge hi-tops £45.00

Availability: 1. River Island 2. River Island 3. Limited Collection at Marks and Spencers 4. Topshop 5. Topshop

Insert: Spring Collections (3)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:37:00 +0000

Warehouse.

Mixed Neutrals. Straight Silhouettes. Blue.

Vera Moda.

Floral. Block Colours. Basics.

H&M.

Military. Luxe. Bold Prints.