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Gazelle

15th May 2015

I’ve been really digging trainers lately. Wearing nothing but this sporty style throughout my teenage years as soon as I discovered high heels and a more feminine style I ditched my old faithfuls and didn’t look back.

With the fashion world saturated with trainers lately, from the ever popular New Balance to the latest on the scene Adidas Superstar Colour range it was inevitable I was going to cave at some point and although I did almost purchase a pink pair of the Superstar trainers in the end I opted for something a little bit more classic and something I’ve had my eye on for quite a while.

Tee: Uniqlo | Skirt: New Look | Trainers: Adidas at ASOS

I love the retro look of the Adidas Gazelle shoes and this pink pair went in to the ASOS sale a few weeks ago at a bargain price of £40. This colour (and price) is no longer available but there are plenty of alternatives should you be unable to resist like I was! They make the perfect partner for this A-Line denim skirt from New Look. The perfect A-Line skirt has been on my Spring wish list since they first started hitting shops but I couldn’t bring myself to part with the cash that some shops are asking for. At £19.99 this one from New Look had both the right price AND the right length (my other main issue) and I see this becoming a real wardrobe staple over the next few months.
This set of photos was another that Ben and I took when we went up to Melton Mowbray before my birthday. It was freezing cold when we took them but as we drove past the alleyway leading to the vast open field we couldn’t help but stop and grab some shots. It might not be the interesting city scenes that most bloggers favour but there is something so charming about the English countryside that I’m always drawn to taking photos there- that and I’m not quite brave enough to just pose and prance about in the streets for fear of people thinking I’ve lost the plot.

Are you a fan of trainers? I’ve since purchased a pair of New Balance as well (oops) and I’m quite afraid my Summer sandals won’t get a look in this year!

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Boho with Bahimi

11th May 2015
Being a blogger as Summer rolls around inevitably means an influx of swimwear based press releases arriving in your inbox. I try to read and respond to each and every one, but as much as I appreciate a good bikini I can’t find myself getting truly excited about them when I’m not a fan of wearing them myself. Recently an e-mail popped up that featured Bahimi. I clicked through to the website and had a browse and whilst the bikinis are rather lovely it was the collection of jewellery that really grabbed my attention.

Dress: Topshop (here) | Shoes: Primark (current stock) | Necklace c/o Bahimi

I purchased both the dress and the shoes when I went over to Cardiff on my birthday and had some pennies to spend however I wished. The dress was £25 in the Topshop sale and I fell head over heels for the paisley print and the high-low hem line. I was on the lookout for more summery pieces but I couldn’t leave this behind, the relaxed fit and longer sleeves make it perfect for this in-between weather we’ve been having lately.

I had seen the shoes featured on a few blogs lately so when I saw these at £10 I just couldn’t resist- so much for streamlining my shoe collection! I also picked up another pair of sandals in Primark so the five pairs I sold on ebay how now entirely been replaced, oops!

The necklace from Bahimi seemed to work perfectly with this slightly boho outfit. At £9 it’s excellent value for such a detailed and heavy piece and I have had fun amusing the cat with the jangling noise when I walk! I have my eye on a few pieces on the website, enough for a seperate wish list post I think as well as a couple of the bikinis should I get brave enough to wear one when I hopefully get away later in the year!

What have you been buying lots of lately?

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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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Child’s Play

24th April 2015
Is there anything more perfect for a Spring Sunday than a Disney print tee paired with denim? I think not, although it might be one of my more juvenile outfit combinations of late I am still quite smitten. Perhaps the fact I turn 28 on Tuesday is making me try to cling on to my youth that little bit longer- it amazes me just how young some of my favourite bloggers are. I was over 20 when I first started and still lack even an ounce of talent and creativity that is all around these days!

Dungarees c/o Long Tall Sally | Bambi Tee: Primark | Shoes: Hobbs c/o McArthur Glen

It’s so nice being able to break away from boots, as much as I am obsessed with ankle boots and all there is something so refreshing about being able to slip in to something lighter. I was sent these brogues as part of a style challenge last Spring and I’m still smitten with them now. They are the softest suede I own and can’t fail to put a spring in my step.

I used them in place of Converse to stop this outfit becoming a bit too childish and loved the way they worked with the denim. I don’t wear these dungarees nearly as often as I should as they are a bit of a faff when it comes to attending the call of nature (and I’m lazy) but I need to get over that, fast!

Again, with the eyes closed in photos- I’m either really really relaxed or my mum is having a laugh!

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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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