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11th February 2013

Top and Faux Fur Vest: New Look
Jeans: Oasis
Boots: Jeffrey Campbell c/o Sarenza
A massive wardrobe clear out last weekend prompted the rediscovery of this faux fur vest and these orange boots. I wonder now why they were hidden away for so long; both are much loved pieces that deserve to be worn far more, especially these boots, they might not be everyone’s cup of tea but I adore them and they are SO comfortable.
I’m not going to lie or sugarcoat anything in this post, I’m struggling a bit in how I look in these jeans now compared to say, August when I was significantly underweight. I’ve worked hard to get to the place I am now and it frustrates me no end that I can’t accept a healthier looking body when all round I feel amazing and I’m so much happier, more confident in myself and finally living life. I hope that my continued blogging will help me accept what I have, I am not going through the hell that is relapse and the inevitable weight gain again. I’m too tired of anorexia, of life being governed by numbers and routine, I am having too much fun to repeat that wretched cycle for the 43827th time.
Anyway, onwards and upwards to brighter things. It’s Monday which means a late start for me (although I’m still wide awake at a stupid hour) and this week brings Pancake day AND Valentines day which although I won’t personally be paying much attention to I know a lot of people are so I hope for those of you who are planning lovely things that it’s a wonderful and happy day.
What are you looking forward to most this week?
xxx

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Sarenza Sunday- pretty prints

10th February 2013
Demy Printed by Fornarina, £124.90

Lucie by Paul and Joe Sister, £43.90

Oddie by Rocket Dog, £45

Welcome to another shoe focused Sunday where I once again tempt you with my favourites from the latest arrivals on Sarenza. This week I’m carrying on with my “Spring IS in the air” theme and lusting after all things printed. I’m not sure you could really call the last pair of shoes printed but how could I not include them? They are going to be mine, come what may. I will own them by Spring, I can even justify it now as I can once again wear heels (much to the dismay of everyone around me as I was already the tallest).

If Daisies aren’t your thing then I hope you’ll love these beautiful Fornarina heels and Paul and Joe sister flats, both perfect for teaming with girly dresses or dressed down denim…I love finding a potentially tricky shoe and  then thinking up ways to wear it, there isn’t a lot these won’t go with if you plan carefully and if I had the budget those heels would be mine (nothing against the flats, I’m just fed up of them for now!)

Are you a print person? Have you seen any other prettily patterned shoes that I should be aware of?

xxx

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Perfect Pancakes (with a little help from M&S)

09th February 2013

Pancake day arrives early this year, it’s in fact on Tuesday meaning all intentions of healthy eating will once again be abandoned. If you want to make the perfect batch to amaze friends and family I highly suggest a trip to your nearest M&S for any essential kit you may be lacking.

Stainless steel turner, £5 because chucking pancakes towards the ceiling NEVER ends well in my personal experience.

24cm non-stick pan, £6– to help your pancake stay pancake shaped on to the plate. Scrambled heap may taste good but isn’t so visually stunning.

Get the perfect proportions with these cute little measuring cups, £5

I love this traditional large mixing bowl (£19.50). Not cheap but it will last for years and years of pancakes and cake baking.

Measure it out with this retro fabulous 5kg Mechanical Scale (£19.50) So much more satisfying than digital.

Mix it up with this Silicone Whisk, £7.50

No more Jif lemon with this Stainless Steel Juicer, £9.50

A basic pancake batter recipe couldn’t be simpler, to make around 12 traditional pancakes you’ll need:

110g/4oz sifted plain flour
pinch of salt
2 eggs
200ml/7floz milk mixed with 75ml/3floz water
50g/2oz butter.

Give it a good mix up until it’s super smooth and well combined. I’ve heard that leaving the batter to stand in the fridge overnight/during the day whilst your at work helps create the ultimate pancakes.

If you’re short of time or just a culinary disaster then M&S have the solution for that, too…

Fresh Pancake Batter- £1.99
I’d like to say my pancakes are always made from scratch but sometimes needs must.

For something a little bit different why not try waffles? This Pancake and Waffle mix is £4.49 and is good for all occasions…breakfast in bed anyone?

Will you be frying up a feast on Tuesday? What is your ultimate pancake topping? I’ll go out on a limb here and say I DO NOT LIKE LEMON AND SUGAR!
Cinnamon and sugar however…
(or peanut butter and banana, nutella, sugar and sugar, spiced cooked apple and raisins, vanilla ice cream…)

xxx

Not a sponsored post. I do love Pancakes though.

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Hell for Leather

09th February 2013

When these gorgeous leather pieces popped up in my inbox I had a hard time believing they came from Phase Eight. They are so far away from the mental image I have of the brand (read, everything I’ve posted about them so far) and yet when I think about it they fit perfectly.

So new I can’t even see them on the website yet I’m dreaming up ways to justify the pencil skirt if nothing else. Actually, who needs to justify such a wardrobe stable? A leather pencil skirt NEVER goes out of style and it’s the sort of thing you’ll buy now and wear for the rest of your life. That’s me convinced, how about you?

A year ago I’d never have considered Phase Eight as a place to shop for me, now I can’t help but covet.

xxx

Sorry about the vast number of wishlists this week, I’ve been busy, I feel poorly and haven’t felt like getting much in the way of outfit photos and other content done.

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pretty little thing

08th February 2013

Tee: Motel
Boots: via Sarenza
Purple + Velvet + Skater skirt = guaranteed Laura will love it. I don’t care how repetitive my skirt collection is becoming, I could resist picking up this beauty when Pretty Little Thing offered to send me an item of my choice. Retailing at a bargainous £15 you can get yours here, I swear it is the comfiest skirt I own bar none and I will be wearing it until it falls apart.
For this outfit I teamed it with my now faded Motel tee which kind of reminds me of the “geek” etc ones that are hitting the shops now. Mine is almost two years old (I was ahead of the trend for once).
I’m so glad it is finally Friday, winter blues have come back with a vengeance the last couple of days and I just want to crawl under a duvet and hide from the world. It’s really frustrating as things are going so well and I have so much to be happy about and look forward to and yet I feel like I’m wading through mud to get through the days and have this happy facade to keep up. It will pass though and I’m using my daily happiness journal to keep track and remind myself that even on the darkest days there is something to smile about.
How has your week been? Who’s up for an utterly indulgent and lazy weekend?
xxx

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