2011 archive
Forever 21: Spring/Summer '12
I went along to the press day and saw some great pieces. There are four collections and each booth in the club was decorated around the theme of the collection. Such a nice touch!
Sparkle & Stuff
My new Topshop Ambush boots that I showed in my video. I love them. They couldn't be more of a rip-off of the Acne Pistol boots even if they tried! So comfortable, look amazing with everything... I'm obsessed.
Vote for my Nails!
So, I mentioned before that I was taking part in a Nail Inc competition... and here it is! We were asked to create a nail design using any of the 21 nail polishes we were given (the matte top coat is missing in the photo above).
Rust Coat
This is my new favourite thing in my wardrobe - my rust boyfriend coat from Topshop. It came with a big faux fur collar, which is nice, but most the time I prefer it without. I love the shape, the colour, the length, the button holes... absolutely everything about it! it also matches perfectly with my new Chili lipstick from MAC. Feeling very 1940s.
Giveaway: Design Your Junk Jewels
I've got a lovely giveaway for you, which I think you'll all love! The vintage inspired jewellery website 'Junk Jewels' now have a sister site called ‘Design your Junk Jewels' where you can create your own jewellery. You can pick everything from the necklace chain to the charms that go on it. It's really cute and also quite fun to do! There are some beautiful charms which have a gorgeous vintage feel to them.
My new baby
I've been wanting a larger wallet for a while, but haven't been able to save up. So when I received a lovely voucher I knew I wanted to use it towards something amazing which I'd keep for years. I headed straight to Miu Miu because I've always loved their wallets.
Nail Porn with Sophy Robson
After the blogger hunt in Westfield I thought I'd go for a wander around the Car Boutique before heading home. Whilst browsing, I was approached by Firetrap and asked if I wanted my nails done by Sophy Robinson.... yes, she said Robinson. Me being the nail obsessed person that I am, knew she meant Sophy Robson. So unlike all the other shoppers in Westfield who politely turn down her offer, I said "YES PLEASE!". For a while I thought really? Is Sophy Robson really gonna sit in Westfield and paint nails?
Found some stripes
When the temperature suddenly dropped, I went straight to H&M to buy myself a jumper! I actually went to find a striped one... and I did! It's not the softest knit I own, but I really like the black and cream stripes and I think it will come in handy for layering.
M&S: Accessories
A couple of weeks ago (I'm so behind on everything) I went along to the Marks and Spencer's accessories event which was held at the lovely Kettners. I was very intrigued to go as M&S has sort of become my place to go when I need knickers and socks... and not much else...
You found me!!!
So yesterday was the Blogger Hunt in Westfield London. I woke up early, finished writing my clues, got ready and headed to Shepherds Bush. I was quite nervous that people wouldn't come because it was such a gorgeous sunny day; anyone who would choose to spend it indoors is pretty crazy... or in this case, desperate for a £100 Westfield voucher!!
Hero & Cape
At the Look Show I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah, and with Sarah was her plus one, Nikki. Probably the two most creative people I have ever met.
Find me and win a £100 Westfield voucher!!!
So the title pretty much says it all! I'm involved in a really exciting project with Westfield London Shopping Centre (Shepherds Bush) and have been dying to tell you all about it! I really hope you can all support me and get involved, and if not, then help spread the word!
The Look Show A/W11: Getting Ready
Surprisingly, it didn't take long for me to decide what to wear to the Look Show. I usually opt for the Rock/Classic look (which is what I like to call it). I like to think this outfit is simple but still stylish. I knew I needed a hat to make it interesting... I've never worn a hat before that isn't a wooly winter hat, so this was pretty exciting for me (sad, I know). I bought one from Topshop and one from H&M, and after a consultation with my 3 best girlfriends, we all decided the H&M one was much nicer (and cheaper too!).
Toni & Guy: Hair meets Wardrobe
Last Thursday I had the pleasure of attending Toni & Guy's first ever catwalk show with the lovely Zoe. It was a great way to start off London Fashion Week and it was nice to be back at the amazing Somerset House.
It was also a chance for me to test out my hat before the Look Show! My first hat outing :-)
CW Salon at Home
Last week I was invited along to hear about some exciting new products by Charles Worthington. It was a really interesting evening where we watched a presentation and learnt about the Salon at Home 'Straight & Smooth' kit. Have you ever heard someone say they've had their hair chemically straightened? This is basically an 'at home' version of that. This was something I was particularly interested in as I have in the past spent £300 at a time getting my hair 'relaxed' to get rid of the frizz and to make it more manageable.
GlossyBox 'September Issue'
I don't normally do GlossyBox posts, but this month there are lots of different types of boxes, so I wanted to share with you the one that I got.
I think this is one of the best boxes so far...
Green Envy
I got these green 'Jaime' jeans from Topshop a few days ago. I fancied something a bit different as I seem to be wearing blue jeans everyday now and I'm getting a bit bored. I thought these would look nice with my Topshop Allegra boots too.