Sarenza A-Z: Ash

New year and a new feature for the blog, once again focusing on my new obsession (tights, tights who?) shoes; more specifically shoes from Sarenza, my new go-to for all things footwear.

Each week I’m going to pick my favourite brand for each letter of the alphabet, a guided tour of what I’m lusting after right now. This week, I’m starting with the blogger’s favourite, ASH

The Italian Brand Ash has quickly found its identity. A provocative hint of fun mixed in with a dose of rock has helped Ash grow in the brand we have all come to love. Ash prides itself on offering anything from chic trainers to evening shoes. In doing so they always ensure they have the right material for the right design for the right person. All of these small but relevant details help to seduce of you budding fashionistas”

1. Onyx. I first knew Ash for their leather sport shoes, but further probing led to the discovery they do some pretty killer heels, too! Currently 20% off at £136.00
2. Enigma, £146.30…I never said my taste was cheap! I’d call these a worthy investment, tough leather perfect for night and day. Swoon.

3. Poppy, a great transitional style for those dry winter days (glancing out of the window, today is not one of those days) and for strutting in to spring. 

4. Vanna; the leather sports shoe that Ash does so well in goes with everything black. Still pricey at £147.20..but if like me you don’t actually partake in any sports bar shopping (that totally counts, right?) then these should last a lifetime! I’m a firm believer that once your feet stop growing, more expensive shoes are a worthy investment!

5. It must be noted that Ash create some pretty fabulous accessories too. At over £250, the Barbara bag might have to stay firmly on the lust list, but there’s nothing wrong with admiring from afar!

I don’t yet own any shoes by Ash, but I’d love to hear from those that do. Are they a worthy investment? Which pair/s are you coveting?

Shoe Alphabet, yay or nay? Who makes it on to your “A” list?


xxx

P.S. good luck to all those braving the elements and going back to work today!

The Yesterday

Firstly, sorry for the splurge of posts yesterday, ever get one of those days where you just have too many ideas in your head to save for later? Yeah. With my memory it’s best to get them all out at once!

Wasn’t yesterday gorgeous (UK’ers at least?), I couldn’t help but be cheered…even work didn’t deter my enthusiasm for the weather, my desk gets the morning sun and with the window open I could have been outside.
Walking home, no coat on and bare arms was the most delightful feeling.

Anyway, enough waxing lyrical about the weather; I am a true Brit! Here’s what I wore.

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You can’t really see but the tights are patterned on the front and block black on the back (thanks Hannah!)

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Accessorised with Timex watch (ugh to the time!) and Ruby Rae Love bracelet

And my all-time favourite necklace from Go Jewellery

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And lastly,
now I know Matt has received his fiver challenge parcel, here is what I made.

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I can’t believe it is Thursday already…seriously time…what is going on?

xxx

P.S. tomorrow is the closing date for the London Wishes giveaway…enter now!

Lucy Jay

Spring is the time for colour, after the mundane dullness of the Winter months. Accessories are the perfect way to ease yourself in, and these amazing scarves by designer Lucy Jay are quite simply, awesome.

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I love how Lucy encourages creativeness when wearing her scarves, from tops to woven through this seasons braids, anything goes. I’m wondering how many different ways we could come up with? Maybe one day I can experiment!

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My two favourite designs, from her website are

“Claire”
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and “Lucy”

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You can check the others out here…and tell me your favourite

Lucy’s scarves are made from 100% silk crepe de chine and can be purchased from no-one.co.uk (in store now) and farfetch.com within the the next few weeks. They cost £125 each, and will also soon be available to buy direct from her website.

To get the latest updates on Lucy Jay and her fabulous creative talent, you can;
Follow her blog
or Stalk her on Twitter

xxx

05.03 new things

Happy Friday! We’ve made it through to another weekend! Who has exciting plans? I’m off work tomorrow so will be indulging in a little retail therapy with my Mum; fingers crossed the sunshiney but cold weather will hold. I so cannot wait for the temperature to start rising.

This will be one of my last non outfit posts, though I’ll probably try and do more of this type of thing rather than keep posting photos of myself.
I thought I’d show you some recent buys and favourite things.

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Dresses! As you can see, I’m still loving florals. Both floral dresses are from New Look and both cost £12. The grey based one is my purchase I mentioned the other day. I can’t wait to wear them.
The cream dress in the middle is vintage and absoultley gorgeous, it is also really versatile as it can be worn in many ways. This came from a giveaway hosted by the wonderful platform princess who is a real sweetheart, so do go and check out her blog.

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I’m really starting to get more in to accessories lately. I’m a bit hopeless at remembering to put jewellery and such on when I get ready but I am making a concious effort to change that. Most of these treasures came via a group of lovely ladies, who should know who they are 😉

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And these are my current favourite nail polishes. Buying them has become a bit of an addiction of mine, although I am trying to be good and not spend any more on them for a while.

Have a fabulous last day of the week
xxx