Thursday, 27 February 2014

I'll Keep Your Secrets, I'll Never Tell...

Jumper - New Look
Top (underneath) - Primark
Skirt - Oasis
Tights - Primark
Coat(s) - H&M & Vintage
Shoes - New Look
Jewellery - Primark
Headphones - Gummy

“Life's under no obligation to give us what we expect.” 
― Margaret Mitchell

B x
p.s I didn't realise my necklace was wonky!

Tuesday, 25 February 2014

I'm Falling Through A Dream...

Monthly Want - February!!

Hey everyone!!
Hope you're all well!!
I'm being a little naughty today!!
Not only am I two days late on my monthly want (oops); but I'm also procrastinating. The idea of finishing my assignments just makes me brain want to melt. Along with deciding on what university I want to attend - I am at my wits end on all decisions. Unfortunately I am a typical Libra, which means (other then shopping) I am often indecisive and it really does annoy me - yes I annoy myself.
Anyway…
How amazing is this bag??
Now I know what you're thinking - 'thats not really your style' and yes you would correct in your observations; but theres something about this bag that I really like. I've always been a fan of the city bag ever since it first showed up last year. There were even times when I considered purchasing it, but with everyone and their mum, dad, cat, dog and goldfish being seen dangling it from their arms I decided against it. By that time as well, my style was evolving in to what it is today and I was going through a practicality/functional over style phase. I would say I'm still in that phase; but the ever alluring style over practicality is calling me back. I was actually on the Zara website looking for a neon bag. Neon? Me? I know, not exactly a match made in heaven but I suddenly needed a brightly coloured bag. Clearly you can see the need didn't last that long and I got distracted along the way. I found this bag and noticed the name was the city bag and decided to have a gander at it. I think some call it love at first sight, I call it - if this is wrong, I don't want to be right! This bag is simply beautiful! It's the accessory version of that perfect fashion editor you would see walking around New York. Her outfit perfectly sublime, clean cut and in neutral tones - this is the bag version. I know this bag would somewhat clash with my style and yet I would be willing to change for this bag. Is that a little weird? I think so. Everyone needs a statement accessory and statement doesn't necessarily mean bright colours, embellished or crystallised. In fact it can just mean a plain and simple item - like this one. In my wardrobe full of black, black, black and of course black, this bag would be most welcomed as a statement accessory.
I used to be a huge bag person when I was younger; but now in my old age I don't fall in love with them with like I used to. This bag has done the impossible and made me want, need, love and crave it instantly.
Zara you are geniuses!!
Why can't Tuesdays be payday??

B x

Saturday, 22 February 2014

Life Gave Me Some Lemons So I Made Some Lemonade...

Things I Love - February!!

Black Chunky Cleated Sole Chelsea Boots - £24.99 / New Look


Hey everyone!!
Hope you're all well!!
It's time for Things I Love - February!!
I'm currently procrastinating, as the idea of doing my essays and preparing for my upcoming seminar is giving me mini panic attacks.
Anyway…
I am obsessed with these boots!!
I first discovered these boots on the New Look website I would say about a month ago. Of course at the time I was broke (story of my life), so I added it to my pages and just kept checking on it every so often. By the time I had the available funds, these boots were no where to be seen. On both New Look and ASOS they were sold out! This is the point where I began to gave up hope and decided to divert my attention to other footwear. On a spontaneous trip to Bluewater, I headed straight to New Look on the hunt for these boots. It felt as if the shopping angels were smiling down on me, for there they were smiling at me, luring me in. Yes ladies and gentlemen - I found the boots of my dreams in a size 9! HALLELUJAH!! Honestly (and I know it sounds crazy), I felt as if it was meant to be (must not break out in to Teen Beach Movie - don't judge). The best part of finding these beauties was the fact that they only cost me £4.99! My lovely uncle had gifted me a £20 Bluewater voucher for Christmas, which I used towards these boots. Now to talk about the boots themselves - O M G I am in love!! As you all know I love my flats, whether it be shoes or boots - I only ever wear flat footwear. Initially I thought I would never wear these boots because of the heel, but really you don't feel as if you are wearing heels (except when you realise you can touch the ceiling with your head in the service station loos). I'm naturally tall, so having a few extra inches doesn't really phase me. I also had a feeling that these boots would take forever to break in - literally comfortable from day one! I personally own quite a few pairs of black boots, but at the moment I grab these and they go with absolutely everything. Another good thing about these boots is the grip on the sole, perfect for the dreadful weather we've been having. Overall I am in love with these boots and I will shout it from the rooftops - ok a bit extreme but you get what I mean.
I think it's time for me to stop buying black boots - yeah, like thats going to happen!!

B x

Sunday, 16 February 2014

But I Got Chains And You Got Wings...

Sweatshirt - Forever 21
Top (underneath) - River Island
Trousers - Matalan
Coat - Vintage
Shoes - New Look
Bag - Forever 21
Scarf - H&M
Jewellery - H&M

“The planet is fine. The people are f****d.” 
― George Carlin

B x

Friday, 14 February 2014

But When I'm Alone On The Longest Nights...

Top - Primark
Jeans - ASOS
Cardigan - Primark
Shoes - New Look 
Bag - Forever 21 (unseen)
Jewellery - Primark

After all, there is no harm in smiling.” 
― Vladimir NabokovLolita

B x
p.s Happy Valentine's Day!!

Thursday, 13 February 2014

But You Know What They Say About Me…

Top - Vintage (eBay)
Trousers - Vintage (eBay)
Cardigan - Primark
Coat - Next
Boots - New Look
Bag - New Look
Scarf - Primark
Jewellery - Internacionale

Life is just one small piece of light between two eternal darknesses.” 
― Vladimir NabokovLolita

B x

Saturday, 8 February 2014

Looked Outside My Door, For Your Letter On The Floor...

Top - H&M
Skirt - Oasis
Tights - Primark
Cardigan - Primark
Coat - Next
Boots - New Look
Bag - New Look
Jewellery - H&M

“In and out of my heart flowed my rainbow blood.” 
― Vladimir NabokovLolita

B x

Thursday, 6 February 2014

On That Little Patch Of Heaven, Way Out West...

Top - Primark (mens)
Trousers - New Look
Cardigan - Primark
Jacket - Beyond Retro
Shoes - New Look
Bag - New Look
Scarf - Primark
Jewellery - Miss Selfridge & Accessorize

“Look at this tangle of thorns.” 
― Vladimir NabokovLolita

B x
p.s I have pink hair!!

Tuesday, 4 February 2014

It's A Shot In The Dark But I'll Make It...

A little inspiration for February!!
It's February!!
How has this happened??
Yes, we are officially in to 2014 and not much has really happened. 
Well thats a bit of a lie. I did send off my UCAS, receive two offers from universities, fainted at work, found out I was going to Disneyland Paris again, completed half of my access course - ok so a lot has happened! But if all that can happen in the space of a month, what else can happen in the next 11?? It begs the question - how good is 2014 REALLY going to be?? Now I have to admit I do have high hopes for this year, but I'm still not quite sure what to expect. We have now entered in to the last month of winter (hopefully), so although I wouldn't advise on putting those fluffy jumpers away I would instead suggest looking forward to spring. For instance, on my last shopping trip I picked up both a sweatshirt and a pair of sunglasses - the perfect balance. We're still in practical mode, but I think we're allowed a fanciful air to it. So even though winter is very much apparent, it's about time we allow ourselves to dream of the warmer days ahead.
Is anyone else bored of winter??
All images found on:

B x

Sunday, 2 February 2014

I Will Hear Their Every Story, Take Hold Of My Own Dream...

Hat - Forever 21
Top - Primark
Dress (underneath) - Primark
Cardigan - Primark
Tights - Primark
Boots - Next to Nowt
Bag - New Look
Jewellery - New Look
Scarf - Primark
Allotment attire!!

“Then I discovered that being related is no guarantee of love!” 
― Stieg LarssonThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

B x

p.s say hi to my Dad!!