Showing posts with label topshop. Show all posts
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Saturday, 18 January 2014

Just a bit of leather and stripes

Hi girls, I know I haven't done many outfit posts recently, but keep reading, there are going to be a lot of #ootd coming up soon! 









Striped Tailored Top: TOPSHOP, £26
Leather Pleated Skirt: OASIS aka EBAY £8
Cut out boots: RIVER ISLAND £30
Necklace: Chinese Wholesale £4.50
Bag: PRIMARK £9
Armored Ring: ADORNING AVA £6


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Signing out

Becky 

xoxox

Friday, 10 January 2014

The London Diaries

Day 1:

Me and my sister headed down to London for New Year and I thought I would do a little diary of our antics and events. The first day we acted like tourist, following the masses around the city, visiting Buckingham Palace, Westminster, Big Ben, The London Bridge etc...







Saturday, 26 October 2013

Outfit of the Week

The rain has ceased, the sun is out and so am I! 

Outfit of the Week



Pinafore: primark £8
Tee: TKMAXX £7.99
Denim Jacket: Levis £40
Shoes: Topshop £55




Bag: Warehouse £39
Statement ring: Primark £3
Cross ring: Adorning Ava £3







I would usually wear both of the pini straps up, but I didn't want to look to preppy and perfect. I wanted my look to be a bit grungy & slouchy with a hint of sultryness to it.

Signing out

Becky

xoxox

Wednesday, 23 October 2013

Snap Snap!



Hi, this is just a quick blog. My sister was heading to the pub, and I just LOVED the little outfit combo she wore. Simple, but stylish. I thought the mustard drape top look extra cool with her chestnut ombred hair. So I quickly grabbed my cam and took a few quick piccies... even though she was running late (sorry heath).




Top: TOPSHOP £22
Jeggings: TOPSHOP £28
Cut out Boots: TOPSHOP £45
Bag: Vintage Mulberry £100
I think this is a great example of how to wear on trend pieces, without going over board with loads of jewellery, makeup and accessories.
Signing out
Becky
xoxox


Tuesday, 22 October 2013

Outfit of the day

Last Saturday was a perfect Saturday.

Lie in, Bacon Butty, followed by meeting my school besties for coffee and a catch up!  I don't get to see them as much as I would like to, as they're all high flying wonder women. It was really great to seem them all and just be me plus it was the perfect excuse to wear my new blazer and bowler hat.

Here's my little ensemble I ended up wearing!






Dress: Miss Selfridge £28
Boots: Shoetique £25
Jacket: Primark £23
Hat: H&M £7.99
Necklace: Topshop £12.50
Rings: H&M £3.99 for 4
Black Midi: Forever21 £1.69


The owl dress is actually AW12, but I love it so much. It looks great with just a pair of legging and flats for the day or killer high boots for the evening. Plus it's covered in owls...a bonus as I'm slightly obsessed. 

I wore my fav Dior lippy to tie in with the dark mulberry shade of my necklace. I can't help myself. I have to match at least one thing! :)

Signing out

Becky 

xoxox

Wednesday, 16 October 2013

Coated in Style

It's cold, wet and windy... the worst combination for style. Hair gets flatter, faces get chapped and those cute skirts get put away in the fear of wearing and baring all! I speak from experience... cringe worthy!!!

But just because the weathers miserable, doesn't mean you have to look miserable too. Find a stylish coat you can wear throughout winter that will keep you warm and look super chic at the same time and this year... coats have gone crazy, with all different styles making a come back.

Not sure which one suits you?

Then have a look at the best coats about on the high street! There are different shapes, lengths, textures and thicknesses to suit all!




Double Breasted Pea Coat: £95
Premium wool lined coat: £125
Raw Edge Boyfriend coat: £125
Wool Panel Check coat: £98
Grey Texture Ovoid Coat: £78

                    Overcoats at Topshop
Overcoats are bang on trend this season... rolling straight out of the 80s.
The overcoat just screams quirky, stylish and out there, so it's no surprise that Topshop is leading the way on the high street with these boyfriend style coats. Baggy, oversized and chic and extremely warm!
Above are my top 5, suiting any personality, whether your quite grungy, girly or classic.
There are many more on the website, but these were my fav...
               
Will this suit me???
The overcoat is large, bulky and long!
If you are petite or have a fuller figure... you might want to stay away from this style... especially small. It will swamp you!

Two Tone Drape Coat: £98
Tokyo Cowl Coat: £98
Short drape coat: £78
Tokyo Cowl Coat: £98
Mini texture Drape Coat: £98
Faux Leather Sleeve Coat: £85
Drape coats are such a slouchy coat, but this season an added belt gives the coat a silhouette and a smarter feel. These coats are so easy to wear with everything. Wear loose for a comfy, casual look or belted for a chic and dressier feel, depending on the occasion. Oasis have the best wrap coats in this year with a great price tag too! 
Will I suit it???
This coat is great for all shapes. If your petite, go for a shorter version to make your legs longer.
If your slight and thin and want to create curves, the drapes will look fuller on your bust and hips and the belt will keep your tum looking tiny.
If your curvy or a fuller figure, wear the belt to accentuate your hour glass figure.
Taller frames can get away with wearing a fuller and longer draped style.


Dirty Wash Parka: £95
Three Way Parka: £100
Clean Parka: £100
Detachable Faux Fur Parka: £90
Parka coats seem to pop up every year. They're a classic casual jacket to be worn everyday. Warehouse haven't let me down. Ever since I can remember I have bought and admired the Parkas in Warehouse. They stay true to the original parka, with an occasional twist. I really like the dirty wash parka (above). It's more fitted with a slither of leather for a sexier and smarter look.
Will it suit me???
The beauty about a parka is that it's all about comfort and very chilled, therefore anyone can pull this off. You can go for a fuller and thicker coat if your slight and a longer hem if you're tall.
Bonded Check Duffle: £85
Barbour Duffle Coat: £339
Bonded Check Duffle Coat: £85
Gloverall slim duffle coat with wool and check lining: £229
Think glamorous Paddington bear! I've rooted for a good duffle coat for a while... something casual but with a hint of glam. As you can imagine, it isn't that easy. But ASOS pulled it out the bag. Now I know a few are a bit pricey... but they'll last and will be extremely warm.
Will I suit it???
If your quite full breasted, then this coat isn't for you. The toggles at the front will pull, giving an unnatural close to the coat. If your short, again keep it short hemmed. Thin, tall ladies (you beautiful creatures) can wear longer and fuller duffles.


Faux Leather Biker Jacket: £55
Boxy Leather Biker: £185
Collarless Leather Biker: £165
Quilted Leather Look jacket: £58
Long line Leather look wool Biker: £75
Now I know leather jackets aren't exactly coats and let's be honest, not the warmest either, but they look great. Whether it's summer or winter, we wear them. Topshop has a really fun and different style collection of leather this season. They may not be the best quality leather, if some are real leather at atll, but you can't argue with the price and style. If you want a high quality leather, then I suggest All saints, but this will set you back a good £400/£500 smackaronnies.
Will it suit me???
YES!!! A leather jacket suits any age, size and shape. Just remember your lengths and that it does up comfortably. No point getting a jacket that looks great fitted when it's open, but too tight when done up.


Military Style Long Trench: £119
Leather Sleeve Trench: £119
Leather Appliques Trench: £199
Mango Belted Trench: £84.90
The trench coat... what a classic. This coat will stand the hands of time and still be as stylish and chic as ever. Mango has a lovely collection this season. Nothing fancy and bold, but great lines and neat cut... quality shines through! The collection is in shades of nudes, tans and creams with a hint of grey and black for a sexier/ edgier feel. Classic tan and cream work best as this never dates.
Will I suit it???
A mac is all about looking smart and clean cut. If you are quite petite, find a length that doesn't completely buries you. It's supposed to look fitted and accentuate your form. With this coat, it doesn't matter what dress size, just make sure it fits well. Fitted, not tight! 
So no matter how cold it is, you can always be coated and draped in style.
Signing out
Becky
xoxox


Monday, 14 October 2013

Outfit Transformers

I am absolutely obsessed with jewellery, I even work for a jewellery brand (Adorning Ava... check it out), so you can imagine my excitement at the moment with all the ornate necklaces, the decorative ear cuffs and the opulent rings. 

Fashion jewellery has never been bigger and this season, it just got even bigger! The high street is adorned with rows of shiny jewels and gems, sparkling away... seducing innocent women, trying to save their pounds and pennies! As you can imagine, pennies is all I have left! So after my hunt through the high street this weekend, I thought I would let you in on my favourite pieces that will literally transform your whole way of styling and dressing!

My favourite necklaces!
I am all about the chunky statement collars and necklaces this season. Some are subtler than others, looking delicate and pretty, while others are over powering and proud sitting amongst the smaller styles. I am definitely an over powering and proud kind of gal! The bigger the better in my book!



1. Adorning Ava: £10
3.Topshop: £15.50
4. missselfridge: £14
6.Topshop: £22.50




Quirky with attitude. 
I am a big sucker for unique and kooky pieces of jewellery. I'm not talking about the commercial bird cages and owls, I'm on about the really different pieces that you don't see everywhere. 




3.Forever 21: £2.40
6.Forever 21: £8.90
7.Etsy: £9


Mad about the midis.
There are some really cute midi rings about and I seem to be drawn to the simpler midis, but layered up with chunky rings and on many fingers. It's all about the layering to really rock this.







1.New Look: £7.99
5.H&M: £3.99

 
Tassling about
Tassles and chains are mahhhuuuusive this season in rose gold and rustic silver shades, whether it tied around your neck like a curtain tie back or jingling from your ears! Definitely a big yes from me!







1.Adorning Ava: £8
3.Topshop: £8
4.Topshop: £15.50
5.Forever 21: £8.90



Ear cuff crazy
Ear cuffs aren't new, but the size and decor has upped it's game. The simple chain cuff has turned into a full dress for your ear! 





3.Miss Selfridge: £8.50

 
Cocktail Rings
I have always loved and worn cocktail rings and trends this season gives me the chance to wear them and layer them up with other rings too.


1.Topshop: £7.50
2.New Look: £8.99
4.Miss Selfridge: £6.50

Jurassic jewels
This has been carried through from summer, but with more vengeance and attitude. Mini beast accessories are huge. This is trend is probably like Marmite .. love or hate! I personally love, but of course I would, it's different edgy and completely unconventional. LOVE!




3.Topshop: £12.50

If you had to choose... I know they're all fab but IF you REALLY HAD to choose, which do you love?


Signing out


Becky 

xoxox
   



Thursday, 3 October 2013

Septembers finests!

I thought I would start a new blog post at the beginning of every month, recapping my fav outfits, beauty products and loves from over the previous month.

September's best buys

I've had quite a few cheeky shopping sprees last month... too many to blog about them all. So here's a quick review on my new recruits joining the wardrobe camp this season!

1. Dungarees!
I've wanted a pair of black dunagrees with a tailored fit for a while, so when I saw this sexy number in forever21 for £27, I couldn't resist. 




2. Black midi ring!
Another forever21 special, costing £1.65. When I got to the till to buy my dungarees, I couldn't not buy this bargain. It's really cute and quirky and I haven't had it off my finger since. 



3. Gray Beanie!
I love the whole urban street look and anyone who is anyone seems to have a beanie this season, so I thought what the heck, go for it. At £3.99 from H&M... happy days. I haven't actually worn it yet, I'm saving it for the weather to get colder. 



4. Pointy strappy stilettos!
Black with a gold trim, they are my statement classy shoes that I've worn every time I've gone out partying. They're not exactly the comfiest of heels, but by god, they look so stylish and professional looking. £25.99 from New Look!

5. Bobbi Brown Eye liner
This cost me a whopping £22 for the gel eye liner and £22 for the brush, but it's absolutely worth it. I thought I would try and be sparing with it, but it goes on so easily and really finishes off my look, that I've ended up wearing it practically every day.





6. Kate Moss Rimmel Rouge Lipstick!
It was an impulse last minute buy. I needed a red lippy for a night out, and to be honest I just bought it without even trying it on. It's actually really lovely and stays on all night with just a few touch ups, but nothing major. Best red lippy I've ever had! 



Favourite Outfits

I've been out a few times this month for best friend engagements, weddings and birthday cocktails, but my favourite outfit out of all was this!

   

Skirt: Topshop AW11
Striped Top: Topshop £25
Necklace: AdorningAva £8



I can't wait to see what this months high street has for me and to let you all know my new pieces... if I haven't bankrupt myself!

Signing out




Wednesday, 18 September 2013

Leather fix


When it comes to leather... I find people seem to be a bit scared of it. Yes it can be riskaaay, but played right, leather can the most seductive, sexy stylish fabric going. This season, leather will play a BIG part in the trends, whether worn subtly in the day or upping the anti at night. 


I thought I would have a quick shifty round the high street to give you the best leather buys for AW13!

EFFORTLESS Day Wear
Leather overalls

Leather Look Dungarees
Topshop
£55


Leather look dungarees are perfect to wear in the day with a patterned shirt and heels for work or slouchy tee and trainers. Casual, but stylish.

Worn by...

Hanneli Mustaparta wearing leather overalls

Biker Jacket

Anyone who is anyone has a leather jacket, but this years tweeks to the classic jacket is larger spikier collars, less studs and a side zip, contributing to a simple but true biker look. 







Biker Jacket
Miss Selfridge
£160

Who's wearing it?





Emma Watson, Poppy Deleveigne and Rachel Bilson

Cut Out Boots



Cut out Boots
Topshop
£45
Leather boots NEVER go out of fashion... they're classic and let's be honest last forever. I wear mine to death. But this year boots have boots have took an alternative twist. They look a bit like old fashioned school shoes, but with more substance to them. I find them quite feminine, which is a nice change to the heavy studded biker boots from last season. Topshop have the best cutout boots this season, with the best cut prices.


Who's wearing them




Miley got snapped wearing these Balenciaga Cut outs,
PUMPED WITH ATTITUDE


Leather jeans/ jeggings

That's right, they're back. Whether you prefer a structured pair of skinnys or jeggings/ leggings that have a bit more stretch, they're here to stay this season. Pair them with some tartan or an oversized jumper and beanie for a slouchy, cool look. 




Leather Pants
H&M
£30



Slouchy Leather pants
River island
£30



Who's Wearing it?

Riri LOVES her leather jeans, slouchy or skinny.












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