Yearly Archives: 2012

what’s in my bag?

07th July 2012

I’ve noticed quite a few of these posts pop up on my google reader lately, so thought I may as well jump on board the bandwagon; if nothing else it gave me a kick up the bum to sort out the contents of my bag!

1. The Bag- Marc by Marc Jacobs, my best impulse/sales purchase to date. I’ve never used a bag for so long without getting fed up by it or destroying it.

2. Birds Eye View

3. The Essentials- Ipod (not sure where the ear buds are!), Wallet (Modalu), ancient Blackberry, Filofax (a.k.a. my brain), note book, little purse where I keep a mini first aid kit of plasters and pain killers.

4. The Mess- Spare tourniquet in case I don’t have my old faithful Daisy one on my at work and I’m needed to take bloods, Various sweetners/mints/tictacs (there is usually some gum and a cereal bar or two as well!), Business Card holder, Bunny coin purse, Keys (home and work), Memory stick (my other brain), MAC studiofix powder foundation, Revlon lipbutter and MAC tinted lip conditioner, mini perfume.

It never really changes, and I could probably stand to be a bit more organised. If I’m going to be out all day/travelling I change things round and swap my filofax for a book or magazine…sometimes I change my bag over for a day or so, but it always comes back to this one.

What’s in YOUR bag?

xxx

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Ethically Amazing; Lilygrace Originals

06th July 2012

Lilygrace Originals – Vintage Style Jewellery with a Modern Twist:

The magical sparkle of vintage rhinestones and English cut glass beads, the nostalgic charm of images from days gone by and classic favourites like freshwater pearls, lovingly combined into stunning and modern pieces of wearable art to treasure forever.

A piece of jewellery from Lilygrace Originals is sure to earn you countless compliments and start conversations where ever you wear it.  The current range includes ‘Mirror Mirror Earrings’, a beautiful pair of cameo earrings featuring a vintage image of a 1940’s pin up girl on an antique filigree base setting decorated with rhinestones from which hangs hand modelled roses and antique glass beads. The range also features colourful pieces inspired by the Mexican Day of the Dead for a glamorous and eye catching style statement.

The Lilygrace Originals collection features statement jewellery, handmade in the UK by Hazel Mathiot, a fine artist based in Wiltshire. Each piece is one of a kind, offering a welcome alternative to the mass produced jewellery available from most retailers.  The jewellery stylishly combines old and new with a variety of upcycled vintage finds set with new materials including hand modelled polymer clay shapes and antiqued brass chains.
Lilygrace Originals Jewellery is available fromwww.lilygraceoriginals.com. Each piece is either one of a kind, or a very limited edition. Commissions are also available for a particular outfit or a special occasion, in a choice of colours and stones.

I’m actually lacking the words to describe just how incredible these pieces are. I may not wear it often, but I have a weakness for statement jewellery and have quite a collection hidden away. Once I’m back from Spain I shall be saving hard for a pair of Lilygrace earrings; I think my favourite is the Ivory Rose and Swallow Hoops (£38) and I also quite fancy The Bluebirds of Happiness necklace, although at £75 this is one for the (ssh) Christmas list!

xxx

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sod it

06th July 2012

Topshop (tall) trousers, Primark top, Timeless shoes c/o Sarenza.

Every so often I just can’t be bothered to think of what to wear and resort to the “old me” of several years ago and my uniform of trousers and some kind of top.
I never feel 100% comfortable when wearing this kind of outfit, it reminds me of a time where I didn’t know what a hair brush was and my idea of a fashionable top consisted of it having a cartoon cat on the front….
but sometimes desperate times call for desperate measures, and actually, these trousers are growing on me.

What does your “sod it” outfit look like?

TGIF!

xxx

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Blast from the past with Skin Art

05th July 2012

The first time I used temporary tattoos I was five years old and they featured the power rangers. A few years on, further in to the 1990s when everyone was flashing their body jewellery I experimented a bit more, although those were those odd plastic choker type affairs in celtic designs.

 
Fast forward a few years and things have changed for the better Skin Art recently got in touch asking me if I’d like to take a look at their range of products, and as I’m considering getting another real tattoo (I have four so far) I thought it a good chance to try out some potential designs.
Skin Art is a collection of beautifully illustrated temporary tattoos, and sparkling glitter tattoos. First launched in 2011 as a limited edition Christmas line, Skin Art flew off the shelves and became a complete sell out in a matter of weeks. Following on from this success, Skin Art ihas launched a brand new collection that has been created for an instant festival / rock star look, with zero commitment.
The temporary tattoo designs are simple to apply using a water / transfer method, and the glitter tattoos are created using loose glitter and stencils, with simple step by steps for a flawless finish. The tattoos can last for up to five days, depending on the design, where it is applied and your skin type. The full range consists of 3 temporary tattoo kits, a sparkling glitter tattoo kit, plus a set of additional stencil designs. Available exclusively from Boots and Boots.com.

As you can see, I was sent quite a variety, my favourite being the “I’m a dreamer” collection.

The tattoos are super simple to apply and are really effective. They last up to five days, depending on where you apply them and what your skin type is which is the perfect amount of time to see if a design is really “you” or for a few days away…a festival perhaps?

I was really impressed by these, and as a pack retails at £7.99 and you get loads of designs I think they are excellent value for money, too. I’m looking forward to experimenting further over the summer and hopefully settling on my new piece of ink.

What are your opinion on tattoos; temporary or not?

xxx

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lacklustre

05th July 2012

Skirt H&M, Blouse Next, Tights from Superdrug, Shoes Bertie c/o Sarenza.

Bonus shot of Mae demolishing a toy mouse.

This is the first year I can remember where I haven’t had a summer or winter wardrobe; I haven’t even bothered to change things over as the weather has been so rubbish and it is leaving me both confused and feeling…dowdy?! I’m not sure…wearing shapeless knits in July and winter shoes rather than pretty sandals with bare legs is making my already shaky confidence sink that little bit lower.

But c’est la vie, we have to make the best of what we’re given. I may not be overly happy with the clothes, but I DO love the shoes!

What are you doing wardrobe wise right now? I feel I should make more effort but I really, really just can’t be bothered lately…even shopping is a bit depressing; seeing summer frocks that it’s too damn cold and rainy to wear?! No ta.

xx

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