The New New Basics

OH, hey there (!!) 

If you follow me on Insta then you will know I have been soaking up the sun in Santa Susana and exploring Barcelona with Alex.... We were actually there to just relax and rewind before the madness of final year starting but me being me had to seize the opportunity and snap my outfit that I am in LOVE with. Barcelona was such a beautiful city but there is a whole new post coming full of recommendations and more thoughts on the city BUT for now, here’s a lil outfit post we snapped whilst there, introducing my newest graphic tee and favourite red skirt!!

 

Since the start of the year, I have been head over heels, utterly obsessed with red clothing and my wardrobe just didn't feel complete without the perfect red denim skirt which adds that bright pop of colour to any outfit. Stepping out of my comfort zone with clothes and colours is something I have really embraced this year and I don't think I'll go back to that dull monochrome wardrobe.

I picked up this absolute beauty whilst doing a lil bit of online shopping on SHEIN! It is super comfy and stretchy which made it perfect when we were sipping beer and eating excessive amounts of tapas on holiday.

PS: I had bought a size medium and I am usually a size 10 for anyone who is unsure what size they'd be on their site. I totally understand the pain of not knowing sizes on different sites and the dread of sending them back is a nightmare.

 

Moving on, I really want to talk about my other love, graphic tees!! They are such a staple item for any girls (or guys) wardrobe. They can either dress up a pair of jeans, make a skirt look casual and you can really show the mood you're in through what is printed on to it. 

This one was a random pick up in New Look last month and I think it was the red which really made me want to buy it. As for the leopard print, at first, I was very unsure... I have never been a fan of the print, however, seeing it slide into more street style looks on Insta, I took the leap and bought it and I have to be honest, there is no going back my love for leopard print is very much alive (so expect A LOT more posts featuring leopard print)!!

But for the graphic tees, you can practically pick them up in any store at the moment. The likes of Topshop, Pull & Bear, Zara all have so many beautiful t-shirts with the best sayings on. If only my whole wardrobe could be full of graphic tees.

 

I’ve been pairing this outfit with my Dune black sandals, tortoise and flash lens sunglasses from ASOS, a couple of layered bracelets from Joma Jewellery and my current favourite earrings which are tortoiseshell brown from SHEIN. Be ready for more Barcelona and Santa Susana posts to come, I can’t wait to tell you more about the trip and obvs where all the best spots were!

 

 

~ SHOP THE LOOK ~

Stepping Into Spring

The clocks have gone forward, mornings are getting brighter, evenings are getting longer and now the snow has moved I feel spring is soon on its way... the sun is trying to shine through the clouds and those spring in-betweeny outfits are making an appearance. It is the clothes that have been hidden away in the back of the wardrobe -- from floaty dresses, biker jackets and of course the return of the sunnies!

So let’s chat all about this outfit… Firstly, we gotta talk about > this < dress, I have been a massive dress lover but since I got this floaty dress in the January winter sales I LOVE IT! It'll be that one peice of clothing I wear non-stop come summer. I havent really got round to wearing it up until now as it has been so cold but I team it up with a high neck top from Zara > here < it instantly became a whole new look!

I am really not a fan of getting my legs out but this dress was the perfect combo as it's floor length but a slit up the side for the floaty summery look. I love the length, the floaty-ness, and the fit, it’s basically my new favourite piece of clothing and of course, I just had to share… YES, it is fabulous, not only are they comfy but also can be dressed up super easily too…

> These < boots are my new faves!! They are a classic River Island find and the belt, ooooh the belt!! I have always struggled at finding nice simplistic items in River Island without them adding unnescessary bling to everything. But these are my new gems which get worn with every outfit as it dresses it up.

I love a good belt and this one goes with everything and everything. But as you can tell accessories are my new go-to for transforming a basic outfit to something with a little more style hence the reason I am always wearing low hanging hoop earrings, rings, my belt... etc I think you get the picture.

So basically, this post has just been me swooning over my recent purchases but I hope you’ve enjoyed the lil’ read! But for now, I’m gonna go back to digging out spring clothes and go online shopping for more since pay-day is only next week!!

Are you spring ready? What’s your go-to in-betweeny outfit?

~ Shop The Post ~

The One With The Red Trousers

Recently,  I have really been trying to step out of my comfort zone when it comes it bright, bold coloured clothing and as much as I love my usual monochrome wardrobe (I will still always love my black & white stripes) it has been SO fun caring less and trying new pieces I’d never usually think to pick up from the shops!  

I have tried so hard to mix up what I am buying but there will always be the doubts and “what ifs”. I overthink every item to what if it’s too bright…what if it doesn’t suit me… but you know I have decide to tell my head to DO ONE!! I am so much more happier going with the flow - wear what I want, when I want. 

And I am now OBSESSED with red clothing - Yes, I did say RED!! These trousers are a cheap beauty from Missguided… and the jacket is from Zara. It's been real difficult at the moment to find good clothing I love as the shops are still full of sales. But I am super duper excited for the spring summer ranges to hit the stores... so, bring on ALL the summer colours and alllll the pieces I actually loveeee.

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Autumnal Outfit Snappin'

Feels like I've been waiting FOREVER for this moment... oh yeahhh, my first autumnal post of the year, HURRAY! You all know as much as I love summer, long nights, chilling in the parks, holidays but autumn will always be my favourite time of the year! As much as I love summer clothes I am OBSESSED with jumpers!! I can't wait to layer to my hearts content.... basically, autumn, I’m ready for ya!

Starting off with outfits... I know I keep scything this but I am really gonna try do a lot more outfit / fashion posts these next upcoming months. Expect loads of wooly jumpers and ALL the beanies in the world… I tend to have go-to outfits but recently I am loving the black denim jackets and skirts styled with everything knitted!! Plus there is so many nice pairs of boots on Asos which isn't good as I keep eyeing up them all PLEASE help meeee!

This outfits been my go-to at the moment, I can’t stop eyeing up ALL the new boots over on Asos…helppppp meeee.

Okay, enough about me, do you love autumn as much as me // What are you most excited about over the next few months? I wanna know alllllll!

Outfit: 

Skirt- Asos

Jumper- Zara

Jacket- New Look

Baker boy hat- Zara

Scarf- River Island

Chelsea boots- Asos

(some items aren't the exact but linked with similar)

Distressed Denim Done My Way

I am obsessed with jackets at the moment, especially denim ones as well as sparkles, sequins and lots of glitter and shimmer!! What a perfect combo for the summer, festivals and even nights out. I wore this out at my last festival last week and I am taking it to Creamfields this weekend and oh boy I feel damn special since I customised it myself (!!)

I mean, who doesn't love getting creative and want to brighten up their wardrobe with a little bit of sparkle! It’s SO much fun, means you have something that no-one else ever will, and it feels uber personal owning something that you’ve added an extra touch too!

Why spend a fortune on a pre-made denim jacket which you kinda like but won't in a few weeks, when you can hit up Primark, pick up a cheap jacket and go wild at home with distressing it and adding whatever the hell you want to make it feel like your own.

This jacket was only £12 so it is a bargain when you think about it! And as for the sequins, this was just an iron on transfer from eBay for £2.99!! I just took my scissors and tweezers to it and began to fray the edges, collar and create patches that look worn and distressed.

I LOVE the outcome, I chose a particular, simple sequin transfer but you can literally go crazy and bold and do whatever ya like. I now have a load of bizarre ideas, so keep your eyes peeled as I may end up customising more that I own with initials, badges and more...

Blushin' Pink Stylin'

I am actually the worst when it comes to outfit posts considering the amount of clothes I have and I keep on buying but hopefully, this is going to change over the summer! For anyone who knows me or has even been shopping then you'll know I'm really fussy with my clothes, so when I find something I love, I end up wearing it over and over! And I tend to stick to very black or white clothing, the majority of them consisting of stripes... lol!?

However, since summer is now upon us, the sun is out, I am absolute lurvingggg blush, dusty pink clothing! Although I have stuck to my usual stripes, I decided to add a splash of colour (shock horror) and mix things up a little! No doubt this outfit will be worn and worn multiple times as I am just in love with it at the moment. 

Outfit Details:

Blush Pink Tie Waist Cropped Trousers // New Look: £19.99
Grey Stripe T-Shirt with Heart Patch Detail // Glamorous: £18.00

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Ox Leather Trainers // ASOS: £55.00

Mini Summer Essential Haul*

In the past couple of days I have picked up a few little things, and by a few, I mean five (oooops). Nevertheless I still wanted to write about what I bought recently, and these are gonna be some of my summer essentials, for some of the things I've already got planned so expect to see these feature a lot all over my Twitter and Instagram snaps.

Starting off with the Rimmel Kate Moss lipstick in the shade 32! It looks very coral pink however, it adds a splash of colour and once used with a neutral lipliner it is the perfect combo! Then I was bought the Eyelure Enchanted Lashes as a gift but I literally love wearing them I have bought them a couple of times now and they give the perfect natural lash look and the shape of them creates the perfect look whether you want to go casual or all out on your makeup. 

Moving on to the final three items, recently I have teamed up with Coconut Lane and they have some of the sassiest, cutest products ever! I am in love with their wide range of sunglasses that are perfect for any occasion this summer. I well set for my summer holidays and the festivals I've got booked with friends. 

I picked up the Marbs Sunglasses in 'Baby Pink' (£17) which I am madly in love with!! This year I am loving the pink colours and massive mirrored sunglasses, as I mean gotta block out those haters whilst looking styling! I can guarantee these sunnie-g's will be in all my summer photos and worn even when it is the slightest rays of sunshine. Since I've got two festivals to go to, I have already began looking at outfit inspo from Cochella and the sets of rings are the perfect accessory to finish off any festival look. I really struggle to find rings I love and fit yet, the Boho Opal Ring Set (£9) is a mix of rings and midi rings and I am in LOVE. Finally, I couldn't resist and by a new phone case that is just fitting to summer and all things holiday related, Coconut Lane have such a choice of pone cases I really struggled to chose one, but I went for the Palm Phone Case (£15).

Note: Keep on reading to the bottom get my 20% off code for Coconut Lane, so you can go treat yourself to something sassy, classy and little bit bad-assy this summer.

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Rose Gold Galore !!

I've finally started to wear a lot more jewellery. It's something that can help, whether it's what I wear daily or wear to dress up an outfit for a night out. It adds a special extra something and I've found that even just adding a simple bracelet can really help to pull an outfit together and make it become a statement. So today I've pulled together a few of my favourite pieces to share with you all, from earrings, bracelets and rings.

As you can tell I am rose gold mad!! I lurveeeee mixing and matching rose gold and silver jewellery together, the colours and styles are just beau-ti-full!! Starting off with my watch which is an Olivia Burton rose gold face and originally had a light grey strap. Since wearing it every day it's a little worn however I still love it for the shabby kinda look.

Next up is the Topshop mega pack rose gold stud earrings. If anyone knows me then you'll know I have quite a number of piercings in my ears and I am constantly changing which ones I wear. So the mega pack is perfect for me and it has the best size, colours, just everything is lush about them!!

I was bought the rose gold arrow bangle for Christmas and it is perfect adding the right amount of sparkle to any outfit. The Good Vibes Message Bangle is just gorgeous, and I love how the rose gold is paired with the mint green threat and the cute reminder to take it easy, have a little fun and ultimately let the good times roll.

Urban outfitters have the most beautiful rings eva!! I love wearing the Teeny Star Rings together as the silver and rose gold compliment each other perfectly and is so subtle. On the other hand, I wear my two Pandora rings, the diamond heart ring and the flower ring. I have had these for many years and feel so so lost and bare without them on, almost like I'm naked.

First of all, for me, the Topshop Rose Gold Sleeper Earrings are literally an essential. I love the smaller hoops as they are the perfect size for a daily basis, however, the others are great to partner up and accessorise an outfit for going out in.

The two silver beaded bracelets have been bought for me by my mum for various reason and each has their own uniqueness and meaning. The small silver disc is a Little Clarity and next to the rose gold heart is a Little Heart of Gold. I just love them as they're more than just a bracelet you buy from a high street store and have been gifted with love <3 

What are your favourite jewellery picks?

Adore Me This Fall*

So for those of you who are reading this you're probably thinking not another Autumnal post, however, I love this season and there's just too much I have to share with you guys.  Even though it's getting colder weather and we dig out all our sweaters and woolly hats it's still no excuse to stop dressing like you can't still feel good underneath!

When Adore Me contacted me, they asked me to take part in their #flirtyfallflatlay project. Which is to create a flatlay featuring some of my favourite underwear and how I would style it for fall, I was so excited to get involved as this is my favourite time of year and recently I have fallen head over heels for buying cute lacy bralettes.

Lacy bralettes are taking the world by storm at the moment. Everyone seems to be wearing them, whether they've layered it with a shirt like myself or under a hoodie. They are just super comfy and look sooooo pretty! For myself, they really boost my self-confidence as you can style them so many ways and it just makes such an impact and gives me a huge step up in being able to conquer anything thrown my way.

That's all I have for today's post but I hope you liked this style of post! This is my first kind of proper underwear post you could say so I hope you enjoy it. Remember if you're looking for new underwear then head over to Adore Me and to their Pinterest for more inspiration on how to style for autumn too!

Lots of Love, 

New In : Autumn Buys

When it comes to autumn, it has got to be my all time favourite time of the year to shop – meaning it's dangerous time for my purse! And with it being numerous student lock in nights at the two shopping centres in Manchester I couldn't resist not buying a few new clothes. Sooooo I thought I would show you some of my favourite purchases from the past few month. Obviously you can't go wrong with cosy jumpers to layer up underneath with the perfect denim jacket!

What have your favourite items been so far this autumn?

Primark Maxi Waterfall Coat £22: At first I was undecided, but then I was drawn to buying it. I honestly have no idea how I will style this but I suppose I'll figure it out and match it with something. These waterfall coats seem to whats in for this season, so why not?

Pull & Bear Jumper £19.99: I just can't say no to buying jumpers, especially this one as I lurveee the sporty varsity style with the stripes on the shoulders and upper arms! I feel with this jumper you could dress it any way, whether its casual with leggings or smarter with a skirt or layered on top of a dress.

Topshop Earrings £5: First of all, hooped earrings are literally an essentially, and second, they are rose gold coloured!! I love the smaller hoops as they are the perfect size for a daily basis however the others are great to partner up and accessorise an outfit for going out in.

Hollister Bralette £14: I may have an obsession with barlettes, and when I stumbled across this one in Hollister it was instantly taken to the checkout. It's one of those super soft, comfy bras that you can get away with wearing underneath a jumper and since it is halter neck it gives such amazing support.

Missguided Dress £15: Sometimes it becomes boring wearing jeans everyday which is why I bought a casual t-shirt dress. It'll be perfect for throwing on in a morning and wearing it with my Dr Marten boots and paired with a denim jacket too!

Pull & Bear Phone Case £7.99: Finding the right phone case can be a nightmare, however I was queuing to pay for the green jumper when I spotted a cooper coloured phone case and I couldn't resist buying it, oops!

Adidas Stan Smiths £44.99: I’d been swooning over these trainers for a little while and finally gave in a couple of weeks ago in Office at the Arndale Centre. I rarely ever buy trainers but these are just perfect. I love the simple yet classic style which is great for a casual day to day pair of trainers. However I only got them at this price because they are Juniors since I've only got a a size 4 foot so may as well make the most of it since it's cheaper and I just couldn’t say no!