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Kate Spade & Space Cats

03rd June 2016
Despite owning many, many watches there has up until now been one designer who’s wrist wear I have been on a mission to obtain. Call me a blogger cliche but there is something about Kate Spade’s watches that makes them instantly covetable so when WatchShop.com got back in touch and offered to send me one to say I was over the moon would be a hell of an understatement.

Watch c/o WatchShop.com (get it here) | Dress: Cutie | Trainers: K Swiss (available here)

Polka dots and rose gold (artfully matched to my trainers, of course) are two of my favourite things so it was a no brainer that I went for this subtle statement piece. Everything about it is just perfect, from the beautiful packaging to the size of the dial. I am pretty sure I say this about every new watch I get but this really is a new favourite and will barely be leaving my wrist.

I thought it would be fun to do a couple of outfit photos as well, making the most of an overnight stay at my parents’ place and having mum willing to play photographer. I’m not really doing much in the way of outfit posts at the moment, not until certain areas of my life improve but there’s gonna be the odd exception and I had to make one for my favourite Space Cat print dress and new rose gold K Swiss trainers that are so ugly that they are beautiful (and I just had to have them).

Are there any watch designers that you’re seriously coveting right now? I feel like I’ve ticked a major box on my “things I wish I owned” list with this one and I shall be forever grateful to WatchShop.com for hooking me up.

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Another week, another watch

29th April 2016
As the post title would suggest there has been another new arrival in my collection of watches. This time I was lucky enough to be sent a unisex style from Kartel Watches at WatchShop*, a brand that was entirely unknown to me but have won me over in an instant.
I was given free reign of the range to pick from and opted for the LEWIS style as I was charmed by the classic design, enhanced of course by a bit of rose gold.

I think the idea of a line of unisex watches is brilliant. Designed to perfectly suit both men and women there is something to suit all tastes and at a reasonable price point too (between £55.00 and £95.00 depending on the model). I admit that the design I chose was more on the feminine style, a deliberate decision on my part as I didn’t want to run the risk of Ben wandering off with my new baby…if the boot was on the other foot however, I’d likely have no qualms! I was a little worried that a unisex design would mean the watch would be quite big and chunky but actually it strikes the balance between dainty and bold very well and the size is perfect on my wrists. This watch has become my go-to for a work day as it adds a chic yet smart accessory to an office outfit without compromising on the style.

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Tech: Top Three Phone Cases

27th April 2016
The second I had an iPhone in my possession I started frantically collecting cases and covers for it. I don’t think I’m alone in my obsession with tech adornment though as I spend rather a lot of my time scouring blogs for where to find the coolest designs. Today I thought I’d pop together a little post on my top three cases, as despite having a rather large collection by this point there really are only a handful I switch between on a regular basis (any one else a case hoarder?)
As you can see, I mainly opt for a cat theme when I’m shopping for accessories. It’s not intentional but always seems to happen. Dedicated to my feline friends for life!
This rose gold crystal bumper case came c/o mobilefun and is the case I use for when I don’t want to make a massive statement but still want my phone to look well dressed. With a flexible clear cover and rigid rose gold bumper this case offers the ultimate protection from my clumsy nature and chronic butterfingers. How I’ve survived 18 months with my current phone and not damaged it beyond repair is largely down to this addition to my case army!
This sparkly little number came via e-bay and cost me the princely sum of £1.29 and for novelty factor it can’t be beaten! The quality isn’t the best, which you’d expect at that price but considering it features unicorns, cats and glitter that moves I can forgive it a few little cracks.
It was thanks to blogging that my obsession with Skinnydip London began and the second I saw this mer-cat design I knew I had to have it. I’m starting to wonder if there is any blogger out there without a Skinnydip case for their phone, but with such a huge array of fun designs it’s no wonder!
Fellow case addicts where did you pick up your favourites from? Bonus points for leaving links in the comments…

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Win an Armani Exchange Watch with Babla’s Jewellers*

25th February 2016
I love an excuse to hold a giveaway on the blog and being the watch enthusiast that I am when Babla’s Jewellers got in touch offering up the Jullietta Watch by Armani Exchange to one of my readers I jumped at the chance.
Both Babla’s Jewellers and Armani Exchange are new ones on me; I’d heard of both but never really took much of a detailed browse. Clearly I’ve been living in ignorance as Babla’s stock a huge selection of Armani Exchange watches which offer designer style at an affordable price.
I really love this tan and silver watch and I won’t lie, I’d love to fix it to win my own giveaway (but obviously that would be very, very wrong!). If you’re equally as taken with it as I am then follow the easy steps below and get your chance!

Giveaway open for two weeks from today. Winner will be contacted within 24 hours by myself to arrange your prize. Open to UK readers of this little blog.

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Sushi Date with Vendula London

19th February 2016
My love for Vendula London unique bags is no secret and I was over the moon when they got in touch about their latest collections asking if I’d like to pick myself a piece. For the new season there are some really gorgeous pieces arriving on the site but it was the Sushi Shop featuring adorable cats (of course) that won me over the most.

Bag c/o Vendula London | Dress: The WhitePepper | Shoes c/o Clarks (last Spring)

This is the perfect bag to brighten up these gloomy and grey days, it just makes me smile every time I see it. I haven’t pictured it but there is also a cross body strap tucked inside for those who prefer a hands free approach and although the bag isn’t especially wide the interior compartments mean you can still get all of your daily essentials inside.

With it’s cute cats and hand sewn Japanese inspired embellishments this is one attention grabbing bag so be prepared for plenty of head turning. Every Vendula bag I own attracts this kind of attention, they really are the masters of unique and creative design without compromising in quality.

I think such a bright bag needs quite a simple outfit so I popped on my old faithful dress from The WhitePepper and some simple shoes from Clarks, a perfect monochrome look with a twist.

What do you think of my new bag? Take a look at the other new collections from Vendula and let me know which one tickles your pickle…

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