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In the Pink

27th April 2015
It’s my Birthday tomorrow! Woop, I’m pretty excited about it this year actually as I have plans that span over most of the weekend, having just come back from a weekend away with Ben staying with his family up North. I love getting away for a weekend, I don’t do it often enough- even if it’s not the most relaxing time ever I always end up feeling recharged and ready for action. I’ve booked tomorrow off of work and Mum and I are heading over to Cardiff for some retail therapy; another instant mood boost if ever there was one.

Dress: Topshop c/o Cabot Circus | Sandals: SpyLoveBuy (here)

I originally picked out this dress to take me in to Autumn but it’s pretty pink shade lends itself equally well to Spring, especially paired with some chunky nude sandals. This pair from SpyLoveBuy are just amazing- not my typical style, that’s for sure but so comfortable for something so vertiginous and really light to wear.
As you can tell, I also finally got around to dying my hair and getting rid of my three inch roots. I seem to be moving away from the vibrant reds I favoured for a few years, heading towards copper instead. I think I like it, it’s certainly brighter and lighter for the warmer months; which do you prefer? Something deeper or keep it orange-y?

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Boho Florals

20th April 2015
I know, florals in Spring, what a cliche? It doesn’t matter what other trends and prints are about, as soon as the weather turns it’s florals I’m drawn to most. This was a weekend outfit from a couple of weeks ago, the sun was shining but there was still a distinct chill in the air- I’m longing to get sandals on my feet but sometimes boots are very much required.
Dress and Boots both from Zara
I picked this dress up about three years ago in the Zara sale. I can’t remember how much I paid for it but it was under a tenner and I love it as much now as I did then- I don’t think I’ll ever part with it. The floral print and floaty style fit perfectly with the seventies trend for this Spring, and despite being casual and comfortable I always feel quite feminine and girly when I wear it.

The boots are a pair I bought thinking I’d live in them over the winter. Alas, I for some reason ignored them for most of the season, sticking to my old faithful flat black boots instead. Now the weather is (mostly) drier I feel I can get the best out of the suede finish and neutral colour- these were really reasonable at £29.99 and I am pretty certain I’ll get a couple of years from them at least.

I try to keep away from Zara as much as possible because it’s impossible not to fall in love with at least a dozen pieces at any one time. Even breaking my foot in a store in Holland hasn’t been enough to dampen my desire to own everything they stock- I do envy bloggers who can afford to shop in there more than once in a blue moon!

P.S. I have NO idea why my eyes are shut in one of the photos, clearly the sunshine is making me feel quite zen.

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Candy Crush

17th April 2015
Over the Easter long weekend we were spoilt with the first real taste of Spring weather and by the Monday I was finally persuaded out of my monochrome/denim based outfits and in to something more colourful. Every blogger and their dog bought this skirt last Summer when it hit Primark, it’s not often I buy in to something like that but there is something so irresistibly cheerful about bubblegum pink and the perfect midi length. Actually, of everything I’ve ever bought from Primark this is the poorest quality and I fear it might not last another year…you win some you lose some!

Jumper: Topshop (last year love this as an alternative) | Skirt: Primark | Converse via Sarenza

I’m not sure why I look so grumpy in these photos- it was a Monday where I didn’t have to be in work and the sun was out! Life’s been a bit like that lately, I don’t have any reason to be feeling so rubbish and yet a lot of the time I do…fingers crossed that now the weather is on the turn for a good stretch of time things will start to lift.

One way to shift some of the blues is definitely to dress is more colour, thankfully with a Birthday in 11 days I’ll soon have an excuse to go forth and shop and stock up on some bright and beautiful pieces. Mum and I are heading to Cardiff for the day on the 28th April, do let me know where I need to check out (or indeed where to avoid!)

I hope you’re feeling suitably spring-like…

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Spring Monochrome

13th April 2015
In a bid to cheer myself up, a few weeks ago I raided my piggy bank and took myself to Primark in search of some new Spring pieces for my wardobe. I had visions of flowing Seventies style dresses with a smattering of prints and colours, but what actually happened was I came away with a bag full of monochrome (and some pretty snazzy PJs).
Top, Culottes & Shoes all Primark
I mentioned before my current obsession with culottes and I was after a plain black pair to wear to work. These cost £8 and are so light and comfortable to wear. Add a smart top and some heeled sandals and you have my ideal Spring office look.

Tops were also a priority item having realised I own plenty of skirts but have very little to pair them with that isn’t either super long or super baggy. These high necked cream top was again £8 I think and a really lovely fit. It also comes in black which I’ll be heading in to get when I’ve been paid again.

The shoes were 100% not something I needed but at £6 I couldn’t leave them be. Actually, I did kind of need some flat shoes that aren’t trainers for out of work and these are super comfy and very out of my comfort zone. I’m always a bit wary of this style of shoe on me due to my feet being more flipper like than human but I think I’ll stick with these- I might even go wild and pick them up in another colour.

So as much as I love my new buys I’m still stuck with a lack of Spring type pieces in my wardobe, I’m going to have to stick more of my life on e-Bay (hello twenty pairs of shoes I’m yet to list) and have another traipse round the shops. I’ve also got a birthday coming up in two weeks and I’m going shopping then, this time I’ll divert myself from the black and white and head towards all things colour!

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The Sailor Dress

10th April 2015
I’m trying really, really hard not to shop at the moment. I’m still paying out for driving lessons and trying to put money back for moving out and running a car in the near future. Sometimes though, despite the best of intentions a purchase happens. Especially when you see your perfect casual dress, with free delivery AND a discount code, damn you H&M.

Dress: H&M (here) | Tights: Primark | Boots: Ellos

I know this would have been better styled with bare legs and sandals, but it isn’t quite bare legs and sandals weather yet (for me at least) but I was too impatient to wait to wear this dress. I’ve had a soft spot for nautical style for as far back as I can remember but had never found the perfect sea-worthy dress until now. It was a purchase I could well have done without making, but at £14.99 I couldn’t not get this and it’s the perfect casual dress for weekends- and it’s insanely comfortable and will be perfect for Spring and Summer.

I’m feeling a bit rubbish about my photography again hence so few photos in posts right now. Nothing is quite up to standard when it comes to posing and location. At least now we have longer, lighter days and hopefully better weather I can start thinking outside the box a bit more. To be honest I’ve been feeling pretty rubbish about all aspects of life lately and that’s having a huge knock on effect on everything I enjoy…oh well, the only way is up!

How would you style this dress & what have you just *had* to buy lately?

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