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Someone has been indulging in retail therapy! Well deserved I think as I got some good news about work this week!

Sneak preview ((everything will be shown properly when I wear it))

Matalan were kind enough to send me a gift voucher so I dragged Dad along to spend it today after work!

I GOT THE DAISY DRESS, I had little hope of my local shop having it, but they did, and in my size. Happpyyy! They didn’t have the spacey printed dress I wanted but I found this fabulous floral one and happily made off with that.

Blouse, I’ve been looking for some nice blouses for work, and this one is lined, too which is an added bonus. I’m thinking it’ll also look rather snazzy with my denim skirt.

Feather ring…just because.

That little lot came to just under £50 I think.

Noticing a flower theme here…I won this dress super cheap on ebay.

Not really a purchase as it’s on contract (my first ever contract phone, eep). My Nokia died on me so I decided, after much tweeting for advice to go for a Blackberry curve.

And the cake?

Is.No.Longer.

R.I.P. Delicious sponge.

xxx

OH and Bristol peeps, if anyone is around Sunday night, my bro’s band, Richard Parker is playing at The Croft from 7:30pm, I’m not going (boo) but the band are crashing with us this weekend so I’ll try and get some photos etc.

Got to Shop- Matalan



Hey guys, here’s another post-type that I’m thinking of making regular (I seem to be on a “must be organised” spree this week)

GOT TO SHOP

and this week, I have got to shop at Matalan…seriously, they have gone from a shop barely on my radar, perhaps good only for cheap basics, to a one stop place for on trend and affordable fashion! Here are my current lustings.





They sell sweets, of course I’m a fan!

Nothing featured here costs over £20! My dad has next week off work so fingers crossed I’ll be able to persuade him to drive me to our nearest store (and hope they have at least some of this in stock!)

Have you shopped at Matalan lately?

Where is your current “Got to Shop”?

xxx

Valentines at Matalan

I know, I know it’s just another day (not to mention I am little miss ALWAYS single and have never had a Valentine) but when I saw these gorgeous goods from Matalan I could help but share…and who’s to say I can’t be my own Valentine?


Fancy showing your sexy side? I LOVE these, especially the polka dots!

For a more girlie vibe I’m lusting after

£12 for the two pieces of this set? I’m SOLD.

Flowers are Valentines related oui? It goes without saying that I love this Daisy dress


For more Valentines ideas click here or visit your local Matalan store

…now, where’s my Prince Charming to whisk me away?

xxx

Animal Instinct

In a complete contrast to yesterday, today I’m mooching around in jeans and a jumper…both from Next and both via Mum’s wardrobe (cheers Mum!)

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I’m not sure Mum will be getting this jumper back, actually. It’s so comfortable and I love the Zebra print; an animal print I’d previously ignored in favour of the more popular Leopard.

Here’s a bit of eye candy for you, too! X-Factor Winner Matt Cardle rocking a Matalan suit at the X-Factor after party.

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(photo from Matalan’s facebook page)

Told ya Matalan was rocking it right now! What do you think? Please tell me I’m not the only one a teensy bit in love with Matt!
Dear Santa…

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Matalan S/S11

I was pretty gutted not to be able to make it up to London the other week for Matalan’s Spring/Summer 2011 press day, but I needn’t have worried…a couple of days later the new Look Book landed on my doorstep along with some pretty little things so I’m still able to share a few of my favourite pieces with you! With Christmas looming Summer may feel a long way away, but it’ll be here before we know it!

I’m loving (of course) the prominence of florals, and stripes; two of my favourite things ever. I’m already dreaming of summer days and nights wearing the fabulous jumpsuits and dresses. And please, don’t get me started on the shoes! There are strong influences from the 50s, 60s and 70s and together they make one awesome collection that I cannot wait to shop!

What I’m sharing is only a very small selection of what I love, because otherwise we could be here forever! Enjoy…

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Double bow floral prom dress £25, school satchel £10, ankle buckle wedge £18

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Floppy straw hat £5, pretty vintage floral jumpsuit £22 *NEED THIS!*

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Be Beau garden floral shorts £14

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Be Beau frill shoulder playsuit £18

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Papaya stripe sun dress £16

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Floral backpack £10

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Statement feather platform £22

Like I said, this really is only the smallest selection, there are SO many killer pieces. The shoes and bags are second to none, both on looks AND price!

I also have a few homeware favourites to share, but that will be saved for another post!

What do you think?! Would you like to see some more of the lookbook? Let me know, I’m happy to share!