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An Autumn Wish List*

03rd October 2016
It’s October, how the heck did that happen? There’s no denying now that we’re in the grips of Autumn, hopes of a belated Summer shattered (although remember that year when we DID get an October heatwave?) and the knitwear ready to be unleashed ready for snuggling with the cat and a mug of tea. I don’t think I’ve actually done an Autumnal wish list yet- at least not on the blog, there are plenty in my head and stored in my bookmarks so here are just a few of the things I am coveting right now.

Boots: from a selection of Women’s Boots at Brantano (both pairs) | Rust Skirt: Matalan (and only £14!) | Mixed Material Skirt: Dorothy Perkins | Velour Bomber: Story of Lola at ASOS | Grey Bag: Marc B | Velvet Dress: New Look | Cat Beanie: ASOS

This season I am apparently all about the textures, if it’s velvet/fluffy/even vaguely stroke-able I want it and I can’t remember the last fashion season where there was SO MUCH good stuff on the high street. Everywhere I turn there is temptation in the way and I am seriously in need of getting back to work and earning some money ASAP!

Oh and the cat beanie? Technically it’s a Halloween thing. If I get my paws on it you can bet it’ll be worn all winter long…once a cat lady, always a cat lady!

What’s on your current wish list?

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The Slip Dress

23rd September 2016
I’m not usually one to jump on celebrity fashion collaborations but when Alexa Chung teamed up with Marks and Spencer to launch Archive by Alexa earlier in the year I couldn’t help but fall in love. Generally I don’t find style inspiration by way of famous faces but there is something about Ms Chung that I make exception for. At the time I wasn’t in a position to afford any of the collection (story of my life) but when my favourite dress went down to just £6.50 in the sale a couple of months ago I was finally able to indulge my inner Alexa.

Dress: Archive by Alexa at M&S | Boots c/o Long Tall Sally

This is probably the closest I’ll ever get to trying the underwear as outerwear vibe and whenever I put this dress on I can’t help but feel I’m wearing my nightie in public but I love it regardless. I decided to put a more casual stamp on the look by pairing it with ankle boots rather than a more delicate shoe and that works for me. Just add leather jacket as a cover-up and I’d call myself good to go for any occasion.

As per usual for me I struggled massively with the lighting in the garden so you can’t especially see the little details but the dress has a delicate floral print and hangs beautifully.

Word on the grapevine is that there’s another Archive by Alexa collection coming out soon (November) and I can’t wait to see it. At least with that kind of timing I can justifiably pop a dress or two on my Christmas list…

Which celebrities style do you admire the most?

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Ted Baker Sale Wish List*

15th September 2016
It’s always the way, you’re on a shopping ban and all of a sudden you see your favourite high street and designer brands slashing their prices and putting yet more temptation in your path. It happens to me on a near daily basis at the moment, the latest being in the form of an alert from Love the Sales about some serious Ted Baker bargains! Seeing as I really cannot justify spending any more money at present I thought I’d pop down my top picks in the form of a wish list instead. I just love Ted Baker although budget restraints mean I only own a couple of small accessories.
To be fair to me, if I was in a position to purchase all of these pieces would be an investment especially the two darker dresses which would be perfect for the upcoming festive and party season! I think out of everything though my favourite item is the burgundy handbag which is just screaming out to be paired with a whole array of Autumnal colours…but alas. I must resist.

No doubt further temptation will come my way, it’s inevitable (and of course when you do have money to spend there’s never anything you want). With the holiday season approaching faster than I’d like I’ll also be looking to get ahead with my Christmas shopping and hopefully scoring some Black Friday Deals when the time comes. I’ll be on more of a budget than usual this year so I’m hoping to grab some great bargains!

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New In- Jewellery from WatchShop.com

14th September 2016
You’d be excused for thinking that a website named WatchShop.com would sell only watches. I myself was guilty of this until the other week when I parcel arrived for me which went on to prove me completely wrong. It turns out you can also buy jewellery from WatchShop.com and they stock many of my favourite brands including Guess, Ted Baker and Thomas Sabo to name but a few. I was incredibly lucky to receive a selection of new arrivals and wanted to show them off ASAP!
All items c/o WatchShop.com
The first item I unpackaged was this pretty little necklace from Anne Klein. This isn’t a name familiar to me but I love how delicate this necklace is, I really love simple pieces with just a touch of sparkle and this fits the bill perfectly.
Next out of it’s pouch was this little beauty from lolaandgrace who long time readers of the blog will know I’m already very familiar with. This is one of their more delicate pieces and I love the opal-esque pink stone and pink crystal detail. Again this is a super subtle and elegant piece that fits my current jewellery style perfectly. Keep an eye out for their new collection, there are some serious stunners about to be released!
Last but not least comes this stunning Lola Rose bangle (jewellery range not yet on the website). I’m not the greatest wearer of bracelets and bangles purely because I tend to forget but this one is just so pretty and fits my dinky wrists perfectly- with the bonus of being adjustable. I’ve been pairing this with 1/2 and 3/4 sleeve tops when I want to add a girly touch and I have a sudden desire to stack bangles up both arms as high as they will go!
What are some of your jewellery brand favourites? Which of these pieces has caught your eye the most?

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The Statement Ankle Boots

12th September 2016
I’m not usually one to jump straight on a trend. Usually I’ll let it pass me by for a while (read, wait for key pieces to go in the sale) then tread cautiously in to it. I do make exceptions sometimes though and when statement ankle boots started hitting the stores I knew that sooner rather than later I would need to own a pair.

Pinafore: New Look (black version) | Top: New Look | Boots: ASOS (keep a close eye out for more stock!)

Most high street retailers have a version of the statement ankle boot (or six) available but it was the ASOS Emilia that won my heart in the end, although there are several other pairs that I wouldn’t say no to should I come in to some money. I did wonder at first how on earth do you style such a piece but since their arrival I have found them surprisingly versatile, they go with denim and block colours perfectly- I’ve not braved clashing patterns yet but it’s only a matter of time.

These days I tend to go for flat shoes and boots over heels and I was worried I wouldn’t be able to walk in these but they are really comfortable. I’m quite literally head over heels for these beauties and have absolutely no guilt about owning yet another pair of boots.

This New Look pinafore dress is another relatively new arrival in my wardobe, before the news that I wouldn’t be back to work quite as soon as I thought. It was a steal at £14.99 though and can easily be smartened up for work or dressed down for a causal look so I anticipate a lot of wear from it and it has plenty of layering potential.

Have you braved the statement ankle boot yet? Which trends have caught your attention?

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