Meet my fave summer cover-up

The weather is so lush at the moment, plus i'm actually going out later this evening, so I thought it was the perfect opportunity to get an outfit post done! 

Meet my new giraffe shirt; I fell in love with it the first time I saw it in H&M, but i've never really been one to wear anything like this - I like fitted cardigans/ jackets, or just go bare armed and brave the weather. But this was way too cute to not purchase! 

I've been wearing it constantly with every possible clothing combination I can think of, and I will 100% be buying another in the same style (different pattern obviously!) as it's quickly become my new go-to for shoving on over whatever I wear out. 

For this evening I've paired it with a pair of comfy shorts and an off the shoulder floaty top. Both can be bought in a range of colours, I definitely love a white summery top though. 

To try dress the whole look up a tiny bit I've added the gold cuff bracelet plus this necklace which adds to my safari-esque look I have going on with the shirt. I don't usually wear bracelets but this ones so simple and can go with pretty much anything.

Chunky sandals are 100% my staple shoe of the summer, I had my white ones that I practically lived in last year, and this year these are my new faves. I'm quite short so they add a little bit of height without wearing stilettos out. They're also great for this evening as they suit both day and night time. 

Shirt- H&M

Top- Topshop

Shorts- H&M

Shoes- Topshop

Bracelet- H&M

Necklace- H&M

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Update on me & my newest wishlist

I am super sorry I haven't updated my blog in almost 2 months! I've been really overwhelmed with college work/ my new job so just kept pushing it to one side, but I promise I won't let it slide again!

Anyway, I just wanted to update you all on what's been going on with me recently; I've just finished my art A level which means I NEVER have to do art EVER again!!! This honestly makes me so happy because it's stressed me out so much over the past year, I really thought about giving up so many times, but the idea of going to study my dream course (which is now my firm choice) got me through it!
I also started bartending, something no one expected, but I'm absolutely loving it and the people I work with.

Now finally something fashion related; here's my latest wishlist (all of which I can't afford right now) but a girl can dream!

If you click the photo you'll be redirected to my polyvore set where you can find trackable links to everything above!

I promise to update again this week!

I'm so fancy - Slogan sweat and tee

I'm getting so bad at keeping up with my blog atm, so I'm super sorry about how overdue this outfit post is! I promise i'm going to start blogging more again! 

Okay so first off, my bestest friend got me this Missguided crop tee for Christmas and I absolutely love it. I'm going to uni in September to study fashion styling, so this is honestly the perfect top for me, it's super comfy and a really thoughtful present. 

Due to it still being pretty cold, i'm still living in cosy jumpers. So when I saw this ASOS sweat I HAD TO buy it! I'm not sure if I can call it a talent, but knowing every lyric to Fancy by Iggy is definitely my idea of impressive - obviously I needed the sweater. 

I also got some super cute new Topshop shoes for day or night, plus a going out bag since I've been out a lot more than I expected - being 18 is fab, but also very expensive. Fave thing about the bag is the texture, definitely one of my top purchases this year so far. 

I can't forget my Zara shorts, they were a birthday present from my dad (when he didn't want to contribute towards my tattoo). Their Trafaluc collection is always so amazing, and these are so me - monochrome, comfy and stylish.

However, my number 1 item of clothing right now is my quilted jacket from H&M! I wear it constantly, and it's my go to for a night out - It ties around the strap of all my bags so I don't have to lug about a jacket all evening, plus it's so warm when leaving in the early hours!

March Wishlist

Okay, so after turning 18 last month I am slightly (VERY) broke atm. Why is it that whenever you have no money, you find everything you have been looking for? But I wanted to put together a wishlist of all my March favorites for you lovelies!

I've been lusting over some of these beauties for weeks, but can't afford to splash out any more right now! These are all kind-of essentials for everyday in spring/ nights out; perfect for this month!

If you want to shop any of the above i've got all the links so you can just click and buy:

1. Ted Baker wash bag - http://www.johnlewis.com/ted-baker-mishely-large-wash-bag-multi/p1853473
2. Mac Cosmetics lipstick in Candy Yum Yum - http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/168/310/Products/Lips/Lipstick/Lipstick/index.tmpl
3. Eco Tools eye shadow brushes - http://www.boots.com/en/EcoTools-Eye-Enhancing-Duo-Brush-Set_1435666/
4. Office lace up heels - http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,37/1976801678
5. Topshop LILY platform sandals (Black) - http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/lily-platform-sandals-3499922?bi=1&ps=200
6. Topshop HATTY Cleated sandals (White) - http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/hatty-cleated-sandals-4032225?bi=1&ps=200
7. H&M Bikini top - http://www.hm.com/il/product/75542?article=75542-A & Bottoms - http://www.hm.com/il/product/75581?article=75581-A
8. H&M necklace - http://www.hm.com/gb/product/88479?article=88479-A
9. H&M hair clips - http://www.hm.com/gb/product/24857?article=24857-A
10. Miss Selfridge Tres Chic clutch - http://www.missselfridge.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=tres+chic&storeId=12554&productId=18528684&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33055
11. ASOS Sunglasses - http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Round-Sunglasses/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=4728505&xr=1&mk=VOID&r=3
12. ASOS Animal print clutch with ears - http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Zip-Top-with-Ears-Clutch-Bag/15bx6n/?iid=4514206&r=2&mporgp=L1Byb2Qv
13. ASOS Bodycon cut out dress - http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Cut-Out-Back-Strappy-Mini-Body-Conscious-Dress/15fils/?iid=4992368
14. ASOS Lingerie set - http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Stella-Eyelash-Triangle-Bra/15f9xh/?iid=4977863
15. ASOS Chunky knit bralet - http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Bralet-In-Chunky-Knit/15izqu/?iid=4806058

Today is a multiple cups of coffee kind of day

Whilst still trying to get rid of my holiday blues, i've been dreaming of hot weather and days where I don't need to worry about wrapping up warm! So today I bared the cold, stepped out in a t-shirt (goosebumps and all) and got a new outfit post for you guys.

I've been wanting to show off this clutch since christmas, but have sucked at keeping up with my blog because of uni prep and deadlines at sixth form. Sorry! But anyway, this gem is from New Look and I am soo in love. It's actually got tons of space in it and can easily be worn casually during the day - bonus. 

Anyone who reads my blog on a regular basis will have seen I did a Zara TRF post a while back on one of their t-shirts; this is another I got ages ago, which perfectly describes most of my Sundays! I'm not really a t-shirt girl but their simple ones are so on point. 

Okay, these boots are actually perfection. I got them before Christmas but haven't had the chance to wear them yet, so today was my chance to get them out and show them off! Usually I am awful at walking in stiletto type heels, but these are so supportive and I will defo be wearing these while the cold weather lasts! They look so chic with all black, but I wanted to try styling them a little differently for this post. 

Warning: Not to do with my outfit but a personal bit requested about me... 

I was pretty surprised the other day to get an email with the subject 'tattoo', but one of my fab readers wanted me to post a picture on here and explain the meaning behind what I got. Basically, my 18th was on the 3rd and ever since I was 12 I had watched LA ink (Kat Von D's programme) and other tattoo programmes and loved how people were getting pieces of art on their body. 

For year's I had the idea of getting mine and my mum's favorite flowers but I could never decide on mine, plus mum's was a lily which I didn't really want as a tattoo - sorry mum! So we came to the mutual agreement on cherry blossoms; they are known to symbolise power, new beginnings and the passing of things - completely relevant to me! The elephant doesn't really have a meaning, but they have always been my favorite animal and they symbolise strength. Elephant's also are stuck with their trunk, how I feel about my nose, so I guess that has some significance. 

The most important part of my tattoo is the wording, last year for my 17th birthday my parents bought me a ring which has faith written around it, I wear it every day (apart from when my nails look horrible - then I avoid drawing attention to my hands!) but it was really meaningful to me because I was going through a really low point, the past year has really changed me so I wanted to have this with me permanently to remind me that I managed to overcome everything. 

My design isn't finished yet, I need to have the cherry blossom's shaded pink, but I absolutely adore it so far and it can only get better! 

Longbeach lovin' - Uni portfolio prep

I'm definitely sad to be back from South Africa, especially with this grim weather! But while we were away I managed to get some of my portfolio prep done ready for sending off to one of my uni choices. 

Staying in Kommetjie defo worked to my advantage as the setting of  the beach is stunning! Plus my sister has done some photography work before, so hopefully i've got some good imagery to send off!  

I'm completing 3 mini projects for my first portfolio, and these photos are for my Monochrome project. I haven't yet chosen my final 2 photos, but I thought this was also the perfect opportunity for a different outfit post. 

The outfit I styled was inspired by a Polyvore set I created, for each project I am styling a page of 6 Polyvore sets to show inspiration and my thought process.

I absolutely love the idea of layering pleats. So I actually paired my Topshop bralet with some H&M shorts I got a few years back. The shorts actually look like a pleated mini skirt, plus they're sparkly which is very cute. 

This post is defo different to my usual composition, I usually try to show how I incorporate Alexandra Fullerton's approach of using a background which work's with the styling, whereas for this I went for something completely contrasting. Trying something so different was really fun to shoot, and I got some very funny looks at the beach! 

Some of the images aren't so flattering, but I think it was necessary for the entire look to work. Shooting from below was something I was super unsure of - everyone know's its probably one of the worst angles, although it gave some of the best outcomes for showing off the clothing. 

I wasn't originally planning on wearing sunglasses, but the light was so bright because the sun was setting that I didn't have much choice. Hair and makeup really wasn't considered as much as I would have liked, if wearing this out I would go for a slick top knot or relaxed curls sweeping over the face! (Thought i'd give an option for an updo or having it down) Simple makeup including a strong matte lip would look fab with this, matching with a thick feline eyeliner.

 A clutch works so well with this, especially my fave holographic one! It caught the light perfectly and adds an extra element of glam for a night out! Keeping to just 2 accessories is one of my fave pieces of fashion advice; pairing my clutch with some simple bracelets as an arm cuff gave a bit of an edgy vibe without looking too glitzy. 

Simple chunky shoes really worked with this, even though they weren't ideal for standing on the sand! 

When I did my first uni application update I had received 3 portfolio viewings/ interviews, but while I was away I got my final 2! Blogging has definitely helped me to put ideas together and inspired me to work even harder, so thanks to everyone who reads on a regular basis! 

Outfit details: 

Bralet- Topshop, 

Shorts- H&M, 

Shoes- New Look, 

Bag- Topshop, 

Bracelets- H&M, 

Sunglasses- Topshop.