The Universal Shirt Dress

Hi everyone! I'm back, after a wonderful holiday in Hawaii and minor hiatus from blogging it feels so good to be back on the keyboard typing away. Today, I bring you the first of what will be many holiday related posts. I have a haul coming too because I bought a lot of makeup..maybe too much!

The Shoes That Go With Everything

I never really used to be a shoes person, the cheapest pair of ballet pumps from Primark used to do me. Until last year, I suddenly became more aware of how a good pair of shoes can make or break an outfit, similar to how accessories change the look of something. My love for them grew and I found myself spending more money on a good pair of them and finding an interest in styling them different ways. They are also the one item that I love to transition throughout the year, for example boots in the winter, pumps in the spring and then sandals in the summer. This summer, I have found the pair of shoes that will literally go with anything and everything all year round. 

Celebrate in Style with Elvi

This might just be the most exciting weekend of the year so far. Its the ROYAL WEDDING. I am someone that loves and I mean loves the royal family and the wedding has got me super excited. I am working through the wedding but will be live streaming it on my phone no matter what people say. This post is in collaboration with Elvi, who have kitted me out with some amazing goodies to celebrate the wedding in style. 

Spring Trilogy: Fashion

Welcome to the final part of this spring series! I have had so much fun putting together beauty, skincare and now fashion. I'm hoping to do one in the summer too and then the rest of the seasons because why not. This seasons trends are bit everywhere, I can't seem to quite understand them but these outfits follow some of the things that are big now or will be big as the months go on this year. Spring is all about dressing pretty, flowery and having clothes that feel light and very floaty - if that makes sense. Whether this be a maxi skirt, custom vest tops or even sandals. 

Female Icons Who Transformed Fashion

   
We all take style inspiration from different sources. Everything from politics and culture, to fame and the media has the power to change what we wear — but who are the female icons that have truly transformed how we dress?
Pinpointing the moment a style leapt from the side-lines into mainstream fashion is near impossible. However, sometimes, all it takes is the drive and power of a single female icon to create a revolution. Check out the leading women fashion influencers and find out how to bring their iconic trends into 2018.

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Winter to Spring Fashion

I don't know about anyone else but I am finding it really hard at the moment to know what to wear. One day its sunny the next its snowing (no joke) but I finally have some key pieces in my wardrobe. These pieces are going to be perfect for taking my style from winter to spring without having to invest in a whole new wardrobe. They also aren't that expensive and can be worn so many different ways I will be living in the same outfits for the next few months.        

           

It's Not About What You Look Like

I don't tend to write or speak out loud about many issues, but it is something that I want to start doing and what better time than the new year. I have wrote, deleted and rewrote this introduction so many times but I think the best way is to just go for it. 

My whole life I have always been the minority, different religion, race and colour. Has it ever bothered me? No. Does it stop me from me being me? No. But it is so hurtful when you see people using things like this against you or other people of a different race. I love watching Deepica Mutyala on YouTube, she is such a great and positive women who spreads love and joy (and who is killing it at the moment!!!) This post is inspired by her xx

Day to Night Outfits

As I head back to uni this weekend, it is time to sort my wardrobe! I hate having to choose which clothes to keep at home and which to take, not because I have so many but more because I don't ever seem to have enough in one place. There is always something at home that I had wish I had with me over there and vice versa. The struggles of living in two places is very much real and a real pain too! I tend to go for outfits that I can wear both in the daytime for a lecture and then in the evening, whether its for a meal or even a late night shop. Here are three of my favourite outfits perfect to wear whenever, wherever featuring some stunning pieces from Tobi ❤

Making the Most of Summer

Even though I love everything that comes with Autumn, nothing can beat the clothes in summer. Floral prints, dresses and skirts - it is all my favourite and even now as we come into September I am still living and breathing in my summer wardrobe and hope to drag it out as long as possible. Last bank holiday weekend, I went to Germany for a short city break. Packing for this was really difficult as I don't know what quite to expect, but one fail safe option that came with me was a maxi dress.

Maxi dresses have become popular to wear not only in the evenings but also everyday too. From a night out in the city to the beach as a cover up, they are so easy to wear and style. The main benefit of this trend is that a max dress, without a doubt looks very feminine and classy. Take this maxi dress from Very for example, it couldn't be anymore perfect. 

The dress has a chevron pattern going all the way down and this is a creative pattern that can spice up any summer look. The widening of the stripes might seem daunting at first as it is quite eye catching but it means you don't have to put much effort into styling it up. I've kept it very simple as the dress is the main attraction. Majority of my wardrobe is monochrome and no matter how hard I try to adjust, I always come back to it and this is the main reason why I love this dress. The chevron is monochrome, but then you have a pop of orange going through that just makes the dress stand out even more. It isn't a neon orange either, so very flattering on everyone. 

The tan wedges are actually from George at Asda a few years back, they lace up and work perfectly with this maxi and so many more outfits in my wardrobe. They are also very, very comfortable to wear even after walking around for the whole day. I wish that I had a denim jacket to pair with it as that would look perfect, but a leather jacket looks just as good and is the perfect way to style the dress up for the evening. Adding a jacket and some boots would also work really well in the winter, making sure the dress isn't hung up and worn well! 

I haven't stopped wearing this dress since having it in my wardrobe and so many compliments on it too! 

 
*in collaboration with Very

Style on a Budget

Today we are talking all about student style, as a student I have two moods. The lazy mood where I will throw the first thing I see on, then the effort mood, where I put thought into my outtfit and make sure I look the  part. Dressing as a student doesn't have to be difficult and to make it easier PrettyLittleThing have a dedicated page on their site for every outfit you ever need. Both of these can be worn so many different ways and are perfect to take you from summer to winter.

 Thanks to the lovely Laura from Laura Haley Photography, we have lots of outfit posts coming up and I hope that this is the start for them being more frequent and of high quality. Do you remember the days where mirror pictures were on my blog - gone were those days and here come the professional ones. Laura is the best to shoot with if you are around the Leeds area, she is so accomodating and comfortable to be around. Check out her facebook page here! 

Dressing For In-between Weather

Guess who finally has an outfit post, this girl!!! I have loved doing these more often, they really allow me to put together some outfits that represent me and what I'm all about. Each post I put up has been carefully thought out and planned so that it what I wear all the time, rather than something random. This time round, I shot with the lovely Laura from Laura Haley Photographer. Being a blogger herself, Laura knew exactly what I wanted and made me feel so comfortable. We had the perfect weather and some gorgeous locations, I can't wait for you to see the rest and for me to work with her again! You can follow her on facebook, twitter and instagram via the following links.
In today's post we are talking all about ways to dress in this awful inbetween weather, by this I mean when its sunny one minute and raining the next. Its hard to know what to wear in the morning because you can't judge anything!                  

Turning 20

Today, the 13th June, I turn 20! So long teenage years and hello 'adult life'. I'm the last in all of my friends to turn this grand old age, feels like a long time coming. I am actually spending my birthday in school, as I am currently on placement. So teaching, like I will be doing (hopefully) for the rest of my life. I've never had a rest on my birthday, for as long as I can remember, its either been during exam season or I've been working/at school. Its not a bad thing, as I never quite know what to do with myself apart from shop and eat. Sounds ideal! 

In celebration of turning 20, here are 20 things you may not know about me/things I have learnt over the years. Claire also tagged me to do the Blue Sky Tag and it has taken me so long to do it, so here are my answers, they are intwetwined within. 

Time Will Tell

I'm back with another outfit post - finally the weather played good and we managed to take some amazing shots of a few outfits, which you'll be seeing over the next few weeks. This time its an exciting collaboration with the only and only GUESS. I couldn't be more excited to work with such an amazing brand, gorgeous watch and show you how I've styled it.

The Cold Shoulder Trend

Fashion is not my forte per se. I'm the kind of girl that puts on her pjs after a long day at work, prefers sweats to dresses. Such a bore I know. But, I like to dress up every now and then and when I do - I feel amazing! Today's outfit features a gorgeous cold shoulder top, that looks very simple but then pow its open, khaki and flowy. Featuring my gorgeous and green garden. No more mirror pictures!! 

Summer Style

Boutique of Molly are a brand that have been mentioned on here a handful of times, they have supported me through all the years of blogging and every time I work with them - my stomach turns. I feel so grateful! This time I am featuring not one, but two of their gorgeous pieces! Both are the perfect addition to my summer wardrobe and no more mirror pictures, I have sorted a solution! 

The Ultimate Summer Fashion Accessory

Isn't Summer just a gorgeous season? People are happier, the weather is (sometimes) better and its just a lot more relaxed. Of course there is going on holiday too, whilst I may not be going international this year I have a few things planned for my extra long summer off. Going away is a chance to look your best and all glamorous. That is where Irals come in. A new beach wear accessory brand that has recently launched in the UK.

Welcoming Spring

Guess what? I have an item in my wardrobe that isn't jeans, black or stripey! I am very happy that the weather in the UK has changed for the better and its time for me to wear more dresses and then eventually get my legs out -AHHH!

This gorgeous number is the Boutique of Molly Nadia Dress* (£29.95), it is a bright floral pint dress that to me screams like a Hawaiian themed party or a day on the beach. It is a very different dress to what I thought initially, it is actually feels like a swimming costume? Very odd I know but its so comfortable to wear and  holds my tummy in. 

I absolutely love the small details on clothes from BOM, on this dress I love the high neck and cut out detail on the front. It adds a chic elegance to the dress and makes it easier to wear less jewellery! 

Another gorgeous piece added to my collection! I am in need of my spring and bright clothes, recommendations are welcome! 

*PR SAMPLE

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London

In Easter myself and my brother headed down to London for a few days. On one of the days when the sun was shining bright we headed into the city to go up The Shard. It was one of those experiences that I will never forget. Seeing London from a height like that was unbelievable, I highly recommend it to you all to go, there are also restaurants in their which I want to experience next time! In this post I am sharing with you some pictures from the top and also my outfit,

Boutique of Molly Naomi Jumper

I love everything from Boutique of Molly and have featured outfits from them several times on here, today is another post featuring something very different yet gorgeous. It is their Namoi Top that has some gorgeous features. 

Stripes & Boots

Fashion posts are always a hard one for me because I struggle to take the photos, I have no one to take them :( But the trusty mirror is always a good idea to give you guys an insight into what I have been loving. This week I have been obsessed with Stripes! Everything stripes is perfect.