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

Also, make sure you enter my Fullips enhancer giveaway! Rules for entry are on the previous post!

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

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. 

UH HUH HONEY - Chapman's peak/ Parlotone's concert

For anyone who regularly reads my blog, you'll know that on new years day I visited my fave place (Chapman's peak) completely hungover, and stood freezing in my bra while Damien took photos.. not a very happy bunny! So today on our way to a concert we drove past, sober, and got some photos of our own. 

Sigma's - Nobody to love, video actually starts off at Chapman's peak (Hence the post title), random fact! But honestly, anyone who ever visits SA should 100% do the drive! 

 

Outfit details: Bralet - Topshop, Skort - H&M, Shoes - Topshop

I'd never heard of the Parlotone's before, so when my sister bought us tickets for their concert in Kirstenbosch I was very skeptical. We got to the botanical gardens and I was super surprised with the amount of people that turned up! 

View from the stage

 

The Parlotone's are a South African rock band, with 4 members (2 quite attractive in real life: not what I had seen on the internet!) and I actually had such a fab evening! Their music is definitely worth checking out if you haven't heard them before! 

Obviously we had to take some family selfies!

Plus some other photo's of us all.. 

I hope everyone has had a great start to 2015!

Only 9623km away from England!