Clichés and Cut outs

Jumpsuit with Cut Outs- ASOS

The oldest story in the book

This week's post is the classic tale of the teenage girl who spent more hours than she'd like to admit getting ready and what felt like a lifetime successfully applying false eyelashes (solo) for the very first time. But eventually, after triumphantly surviving an onslaught with DUO eyelash glue, I, like the dedicated blogger I am (hah), clambered (note. the heels) outside, fanning myself with my over packed clutch, to get a few photos snapped for the purpose of the blog. This slap dash photo shoot, which genuinely proceeded in trolley dash haste and speed, was rewarded with my hungover self confronted with a series of images which contained even more no-gos than usual. Long story short, I wanted to explain to you all why my  supposed 'outfit' post contains so little photographs of the actual outfit itself. The ASOS culotte jumpsuit (the obsession is expanding) was a purchase attempting to inject some change into my usual cocktail dress night out get up. Despite indulging my culotte adoration, the garment was, for me, a risky one with the cut out detail going strictly against my rules of  wearing anything tight or revealing around my main problem area (we all have them ey); something further illustrated by my long-term prohibition of  all things body con. Admittedly, I'm trying my hardest to refrain my sounding like some form of sob story, yet one of the main issues I've experienced with the blogosphere is the confidence and lack of shit it requires to put yourself physically on the screen, and upload outfit posts etc.  And in some cases, I've often found myself on a circular journey of post planning, photo taking, self hatred and some more post planning; probably explaining why the album of the above photos, alongside the other unmentionables, is entitled 'muffintop101'. Nonetheless I've promised myself that this time around, post hiatus, I'm going to try and post as many outfits as I can, and likewise not give a little shit about all that shite. 

I wore the jumpsuit with some extremely old, or well loved (whatever you prefer), Topshop wooden clog heels and a highly boring, yet highly practical black MNG clutch. 

Right, so long till next time, 

*walks to fridge*

365

Happy New Year! I honestly cannot believe it's a new year and I still haven't even wished you all a Merry Christmas yet! Despite every single shop on the face of the earth advertising NYE dresses, I managed to resist and spent the night in, cloaked in a onesie and drinking Prosecco out the bottle. I'm currently wrestling with, or whatever pitiful amount I have left, of my Christmas money- I didn't even attempt to save it again this year. I face the same ultimatum, however, I do whenever I have spare change; do I purchase something practical, something that will be wearable with a top or a pair of heels I already possess, or do I buy something which goes with not one single item in my wardrobe? I usually opt for the latter and leave the house, clothes resembling Bridget Jones on a bad day (not that I could ever condemn the fictional character...) Amongst my sale shopping I'm trying to predict the upcoming trends of 2014, snakeskin and gingham are a good bet, but I wouldn't hold me to anything. Since an outfit post is completely out the question for the next week or so, apparently I resemble more of a Christmas pudding than a human being this precise moment, I thought I'd leave you all with a collage of festivities and gifts.

Sweet Spring

Ankle Strap Sandles- Zara TRF/ Floral Printed Dress- Zara/  So Chaud Lipstick- Mac

I feel cheated. It's spring, my favourite season, and right now I should be sitting gazing out my window at the pink candyfloss like blossom trees which line my street; in reality they are bare. Although it may not feel quite like spring I am, rather disappointedly may I add, aware it is. To be honest I haven't exactly been embracing the change in season and I am still very much in my winter wardrobe. When I saw this dress on the Zara website, I'm sorry- the high street store has become a guilty pleasure of mine (as I am sure you are all well aware), I initially thought it a tad mumsy. Since then however I've become more and more in love with this garment which even makes me feel 'springy'.  Highly influenced by the outfit the model is wearing in the picture above, ideally I think this dress would look great with these, you guessed it, Zara TRF sandals, Orangey Mac Lipstick and braids. For some reason or another I can see myself wearing this at a wedding. Someone get married?

Striped Shirt/ Gold chain

Recently, managing to leave the piles of revision behind, I did a bit of retail therapy and on my travels bought the Zara Striped wrap blouse I've been lusting over. My impressions? Well it certainly isn't as easy to arrange as seen on the website and I've resorted to wearing a plain cami underneath. Teamed up with my also new, Topshop gold chain I feel a cross between a gangster and a Victorian shopkeeper; nevertheless I actually quite like the shirt. Currently I'm trying to save up for some form of black jacket to wear with it as I feel a leather jacket is not quite fitting.  On the few photographs below, was not in the photo-taking frame of mind, I've worn the look with Kate Moss Matte red lipstick (111) and curly hair- In hindsight I think next time I'll opt for straight hair and nude lips.

 

An unnecessary selfie

I'm afraid I think I may have contradicted myself...
On another note, I'm planning to set up a polyvore account! I used to have one years ago but I feel it's probably time just to start over; I'll keep you all updated!

& Other Stories

 So, I won't pretend that I was even aware that brand H&M was launching a new line, but regardless of the questionable name, my discovery of '& Other Stories' was a pleasant one. The store, which opened on London's Regent Street on Friday, is also online at http://www.stories.com/
I'm in love, it' like Topshop and COS had babies; I can feel the blog wishlists getting larger...
Here are my top picks from the new label:
CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES

Jaquard Skirt/ Leather Pumps- Also available in black!

Jacquard Trousers

Neoprene Clutch

Metallic Leather Skirt/ Mesh Dress

Leather Cord Belt/ Multi-Ball Earrings

Denim Biker Jacket/ Zip Collar Shirt

Devore Tshirt/ Ribcage Bangle

BEAUTY

Seaweed Bath

The Balm Eye Makeup Remover/ Coture Carnival Bodyscrub

I basically want the entire store then!
See y'all next time

TOVA- Product Review

I'm currently in the middle of quite a busy weekend; homework and wedding fairs/fayres (?!) aside I thought I'd do a quick product review. I was initially going to do a January favourites post but could not decide on only a few items (you never know, there is always next week!)

TOVA Beverley Hilla Body Souffle

So at Christmas I was fortunate enough to receive  a Tova Beverley Hills Body Souffle (QVC price of £12.96) and  (QVC price of £12.87)  Body Wash  ( yeahyeah I have just linked you to QVC) and  I've been in love with them both ever since!  I've never used a Tova product before and have been so pleasantly surprised as to add the products into my daily regime. Admittedly the products are on the pricey side but they are certainly worth it; both products came beautifully packaged and the body wash in particular is very thick and luxurious. I think my favourite thing about these products is their scent. I won't even attempt to describe the scent to you all but it is just strong enough and extremely long lasting; I do however feel that the product's scent have a marmite (hate/love) aspect to them so I recommend that if you're really fussy you stay away or opt for the body wash only (I found the scent much weaker in this product.) Putting the hefty (for me anyway) price tag behind I highly recommend these goodies!

TOVA Beverley Hills Body Souffle- 

 

TOVA Beverley Hills Body Wash-  

 

 

PS: Guess who has been trying on some vintage family finds for a future post?!!