Autumn in London: Plaid Outfit

Hello My Lovelies

Today was a gorgeous bright Autumn day, the sun was shining and there was a crisp cold bite in the air. We headed into Central London and had a wonderful day looking around the shops on the Kings Road, Chelsea. I decided to wear this gorgeous plaid dress which being quite lightweight was perfect for walking around in. When it got a little chilly I added this cosy scarf from Primark! I really love this outfit, what do you think?

Please let me know your thoughts on this outfit in the comments below. I would also love to hear about your favourite Autumn outfits! Please feel free to leave your blog links in the comments below.

Outfit details;

Scarf - Primark

Dress - Primark

Boots - Primark

Bag - Aldo Here

Watch - Michael Kors

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Autumn Fashion trend - The statement clutch bag

Hello Lovelies

Today I wanted to share with you this bright autumn outfit, featuring a bang on trend novelty clutch. Fun wacky novelty clutch bags can be found almost everywhere at the moment, Anya Hindmarch has had a huge impact on me, especially with her range of cereal clutch bags which have had every fashionista lemming over. I on the other hand do not have over £1000 to spend on my novelty bag boohoo so here is my budget version!

Shoes -  Asos find here
Trousers - Zara
Top - Dorothy Perkins. Similar here
Clutch - New Look . Similar here
Watch - Michael Kors

What are your thoughts on novelty clutch bags, love or hate? I would love to know your thoughts on this outfit so feel free to to post a comment below.

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H&M Studio AW14: Autumn outfit khaki and cream

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Today I wanted to show you all my new favourite trousers. I picked up these silky khaki pants from Oxford St, during London Fashion Week, they are part of the draw dropping H&M Studio AW14 collection. I literally took the last pair in the shop and even though they were a tad loose I snapped them up (chanting to myself nothing a safety pin can't fix). Fear not my friends they are still available on line, so grab them while you can!

Cream Jumper - H&M find here
Khaki Pants - H&M find here
Boots - Primark also love these and these


I am really impressed with H&M this season, each time I walk into the store I am coming out with lots of goodies. I can't wait to share all of my purchases with you, so please keep visiting my blog.
In the meantime please leave a comment below, I would love to know your thoughts on this outfit, and also very interested in hearing about your recent H&M purchases?

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Park Life!

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It is the first day of autumn and transitional weather time, so I have no idea what to wear half the time. It is still quite warm but at the same time I can feel a snap of cold. I tried to kept this outfit light and breathable, I didn't feel too hot or cold so I think I chose my outfit well and the decision to wear monochrome matched Pixel the Boston Terrier rather well!

What I wore:

Sheer Stripe Top - H&M
(I wore a black vest underneath)
Jeans with knee slit rips - Primark similar here
Boots - River Island (Old) similar here 
Necklace - Dorothy Perkins simliar here

I would love to know what you think of this outfit and what you are wearing during this transitional period. Please leave a comment below.

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Top five MUST HAVE Coats AW14

I hope you like this selection, I know it is heavily Topshop based but I just love their outerwear this season. I also think they are well priced with the exception of the Unique Runway Collection, which I will need to take out a mortgage for! All in all, I am intent on purchasing all 5 pieces and look forward to sharing some gorgeous new season looks with you all. 

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I hope you like my top 5 selection, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

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An out of the blue manicure

Happy Weekend Everybody

Today I want to share with you some oh so simple nailart. This manicure consists of two shades of blue and a single false nail (ssshhh... a little cheat here). I know we don't always have enough time to paint chevrons and I know I find it impossible to paint them on my right hand, so this is a simple solution,

What I used;

Barry M -   Blue Grape
Barry M -   Turquoise
False Nail - Primark (£1)
Top Coat -  Seche Vite

Please let me know your thoughts on this mani in the comments below.

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This is not another Jumpsuit...

Hi Everyone!!!

Today I would like to share with you my latest outfit, it may at first glance look like a jumpsuit but I am in fact wear matching floral trousers and top! (Co-ords). For me this outfit ticks all the boxes, I get to look like I am wearing a jumpsuit, but without the baggy bum look jumpsuits tend to give me. Then I am left with a pair of trousers and I top I can create endless outfits with!

I am in love with the dark green in this print. It is a beautiful contrast to my new purple highlights so I have a feeling I will be wearing green a lot next season!

Please let me know your thoughts on this outfit in the comments below.

Top - Dorothy Perkins Find Here
Trousers - Dorothy Perkins Find Here
Shoes - New Look

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A quirky little weekend in a lighthouse!

Happy August Bank Weekend All

Hubby and I are just back from one of the most amazing weekends ever. We stayed in a lighthouse, yes an actual lighthouse! How incredible is that?

The West USK Lighthouse Visit here is situated approx 20 Min's drive from Cardiff, Wales. The lighthouse now decommissioned, has been tastefully renovated and turned into a B&B by Frank and his wife. We loved listening to Frank's interesting stories, his knowledge of the lighthouse and all things nautical really enriched our stay.

A memorable highlight was walking a mile along the deserted coastline where we reached the local pub, we were entertained by the locals, we loved listening to their charming welsh accents and were taken back by their hospitality. It is not often you can walk into a rural local pub and feel so welcome. The food and drink was a pleasure too and the price about a third of London's prices also a lovely surprise.

We truly felt like we had stayed in a lighthouse not just a Disney replica. The scenery is quite magical, on one side you see lush green and the other the beautiful blue sea, the contrast is breath taking. Inside the lighthouse we loved discovering all the interesting little hidden treasures, not all things nautical though you will find a Dalek under the stairs and a Tardis next to the hot tub! We loved every quirky minute and were sad to leave.

It was a bit chilly so I couldn't really wear my favourite striped dress. However I did try to keep the nautical theme going with my striped bag and striped vest (sorry not easy to see in the pics!)

What I wore

Light Blue Blazer -
New look on sale (£13) click Here
Electric Blue Scarf -
Zara
Striped vest -        
New Look
Skinny Jeans -      
New Look click Here
Bag -                    
TK Maxx

What did you think about this post, please leave me a comment below. I would love to hear your thoughts on the lighthouse and of course my outfit!

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Navy And Pink!

Hello Everybody

Well the sun is still shining, I am feeling bright and so very happy. Outfits always seem to reflect our mood so it seemed natural to immerse myself in brights. Pink with navy blue is one of my all time favourite combos, so I absolutely love this outfit. Pixel the puppy seemed to like it too! Please let me know your thoughts on this outfit in the comments below.

Top - Oasis Find similar Here
Trousers - H&M Find similar Here
Flatforms - Primark
Nail Polish - 2True find Pink Here Blue Here
Bracelet - Ebay
Watch - Michael Kors

Puppies & Flowers

It's been a perfect weekend filled with laughter and sunshine. I decided to go a bit mad on the floral theme however, I think it all goes together quite well, I especially love my floral sunglasses.

Shades - Dolce & Gabbana 

Top - New look Not online but still in stores Find Similar Here

Jeans - Primark (Still in Store)

Shoes - Aldo Find similar Here also love These and These

Watch - Michael Kors

Dog - Boston Terrier (not for sale haha)

I would love to know your thoughts on this outfit, please leave me a comment in the section below.

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I've gone a bit dotty...Again!

Feeling very summery, the weather is gorgeous here in St.Albans. I couldn't resist wearing my new polka dot dress, along with my gorgeous new sunnies. Yes, I know another pair of sunglasses! I just can't seem to stop buying them. These have to be my favorite at the moment, they are just so girly. I think I am going to wear them with all my dresses.

Sunglasses - Dolce & Gabbana Find Similar Here
Dress - Primark
Watch - Michael Kors Find Here
Bracelets - Primark
Bag - Dorothy Perkins. Find Here
Shoes - Zara. Find similar Here
Lipstick - Barry M. Find Here

I hope you like this look, I would love to hear your comments below. Thanks so much for stopping by x

I Really, Really Lilac Pastels

After a week in Barcelona we traveled to the beautiful seaside town 'Sitges', which is about 40 minutes from Barcelona. Sitges did not disappoint, with it's beautiful golden coastline, stylish bars, restaurants and trendy boutiques, we had an absolute ball... lots of Sangria, Tapas and sunshine, happy days!

As the sun was shining I decided to unpack the pastels, I have to be careful with pastels as although I adore them they often make me look washed out. Lilac is my forever friend so I when I saw this top and skirt in Primark I knew I just had to have them!

Please let me know your thought on this outfit in the comments below, and thank you so much for stopping by.

Hat - Forever 21. Find Here
Sunglasses - Aldo.
Lilac Vest - Primark. Find Similar Here
Skirt - Primark.
Necklace - H&M.
Shoes - Dorothy Perkins find Here

Please let me know your thought on this outfit in the comments below, and thank you so much for stopping by.

Polka dotty in Barcelona

The first few days in Barcelona were a little chilly so I opted to wear my favourite polka dot shirt (well actually polka heart) teamed with some skinny jeans.

What do you think of this outfit (epic or fail) please let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

Sunnies - New Look Find Here
Shirt      - New Look (old)
Jeans     - New Look Find Here
Bag       - Ebay Find Here
Shoes    - Primark

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Shimmena x

Animal print with a splash of blue!

Hello Everyone!

I am currently in sunny Barcelona and I am lovin' every minute. I am bursting with joy as have finally had the chance to wear some of my Spring/Summer collection.

I really hope you like this outfit, I especially love the fact this outfit cost next to nothing. I would love to know your thoughts Please comment below x

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Shimmena

Hat          - Forever 21 find Here
Sunnies   - New Look find Here
Necklace - H&M no longer online (Still in stores)
Dress       - H&M find Here
Flatforms - Primark
Bag          - The Fashion Bible find Here

Minty Fresh!

Top        - New Look Find Here

Jeans      - Zara (old) 

Pumps    - BHS Find Here

Clutch     - Dorothy Perkins Find Similar Here

Necklace - J Crew Find Similar Here

Hi Everyone

Today was a perfect day, the sun was shining and the blossom was in full bloom.
I decided to wear my new new minty polka dot top with an old pair of skinny white jeans.
I must say that I am loving the SS14 pastels I've purchased quite a few pieces already, I can't wait to show you them all!

I would love to know your thoughts on this outfit, please leave a comment below.

Thanks so much for visiting x