Lyndhurst

Sorry guys, haven't been on my blog in ages! Time has just gotten away with me recently. I seem to spend all of my time either at work or at the gym (yes you heard correctly, I've now joined the gym and actually go often!) In the time since my last post, I did however take a trip to Lyndhurst with my boyfriend and his family. I used to spend a lot of weekends down that way with my own family when I was a kid but I hadn't been back since. The place is lovely though, lots of antiques and charity shops, oh and the most amazing italian restaurant ever. I had the same cake my cousin had as her wedding cake in Italy in summer and it tasted just as good. On the Sunday we headed to Mudeford for some crabbing followed by a pub lunch. 

Ibiza through the iPhone

Above are a few more photos taken from one of the girl's iPhones. I love all the images but it makes me wanna be back on Bora Bora beach so bad!!

Baroque

Can't help but notice the Baroque trend this season as it is everywhere! With it, come heavy brocades seen on luxurious velvets, as well as romantic and intricate tapestry patterns and gold metallic embroidery. The revival of the style was seen on the A/W 12/13 runway shows from the likes of both Dolce & Gabbana and Balmain, and now similar pieces are available to buy on the high street for a fraction of the price. I'm not sure I would go all out and buy a jacquard dress but I'd definitely wear a clutch or pair of slippers inspired by the period.

1.Lipsy skirt 2.Rene Caovilla slippers 3.Topshop skater dress 4.Alexander Mcqueen clutch 5.Miss Selfridge leggings 6.New Look jacket 7.Roger Vivier boots 8.Just Cavalli satin dress 9.Miss Selfridge peplum top 10.

Lilac & Peach

My kaftan was a birthday present and is from Topshop. I'm wearing it over a black Matalan bikini, with Warehouse sandals, black Raybans, a Topshop handchain and Primark beach bag. 

Ibiza Style

Photo 1: Kaftan by primark; sunglasses by Rayban; flip flops by Havaianas; bangles New Look.

Photo 2: Dress by Supre; earrings Topshop, Converse trainers; rings from India; 

Photo 3: Dress by Warehouse; bangles New Look; hand chain from Topshop

Ibiza

For the past couple of weeks I've had a major case of the Ibiza blues. I knew I'd love it as I haven't met anyone that's been and didn't but I was still a bit surprised to how good it was. We spent most days of course on Bora Bora beach, although one day Josh and I explored Ibiza Town, which offers something so different to the party scene down on Playa D'en Bossa. Ibiza Town is beautiful, with a stunning harbour, hundreds of shops and delicious Tapas bars, it was by far my favourite part of the island. That said, one of the best nights I had was in San Antonio, watching the sunset at the legendary Bar Mambo, and exploring different bars along the Malia-like 'strip'. Clubs we went to were DC10 for Circo Loco's closing party, Amnesia for Cocoon and my favourite - Ushuaia, which was like something from Vegas,  and all good apart from the astronomically high bar prices. Next year I want to return and get a villa with a load of friends. Lets hope something gets sorted soon, with our current crap weather I need something to look forward to, even if it isn't for another year.  

LFW: Topshop Unique

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Topshop Unique's mostly black and white collection was definitely a highlight of mine at London Fashion Week. The use of sheer and matte fabric and clean cuts gave an almost urban feel, while embellished organza and fluid silhouettes allowed a subtle feminine edge to an otherwise androgynous collection. Minimalist perfection was key with understated asymmetry of diagonal panelling and zip detailing, and Bauhaus-inspired monochrome prints were injected with summer's favourite lemon hue. 

NYFW S/S13: Victoria Beckham

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Although I am a big Victoria Beckham fan, I was a bit skeptical when I first heard she would be turning her hands to fashion design. However, I'm pleased to say I have loved every collection she has produced over the past four years, and S/S 13 is no different. As always Beckham shows an abundance of solid colours and crisp finishes, but there is more emphasis on tailoring with high-waisted skinny trousers and a matching single breasted jacket. A favourite look of mine combined a bright orange tailored blazer with a white blouse and mini shorts - the look seems so wearble for day or evening due to the masculine buckle shoes in summer's staple colour white.

Kate Wood: Illustrated People

So my best friend Kate Wood had some incredible news this week when one of her t-shirt designs made it into Topshop's Oxford Circus store and online, for Illustrated People. Kate's is a freelance illustrator based in Surrey, and has been interning at Illustrated People in East London all summer. Can't explain how proud I am seeing her designs in the high-streets most loved shop! 

Buy her pyramid design here

Or check out Illustrated People's official site here

Brighton Town

A month or so back Josh and I went to Brighton for the day to wander about the laines, get fish & chips on the beach and whatever else. As the weather was being good to us I opted for a pair of Topshop running shorts, worn with my Boy London vest, trusty Converse trainers and tan satchel (actually from Primark can you believe.) Accessorised by the 'peace' ear cuff I picked up from Topshop, tortoise-shell Raybans and a Casio watch. Oh and the black & white Blazers I bought Josh for his birthday. 

Summer's Afternoon...

Yesterday afternoon I headed down to Farnham for a wander around the trinket stores and an overpriced coffee in Starbucks. It was a beautiful time of day as the sun was low, so Josh and I took quite a few snaps (three of which are above.) I am wearing my new mesh panel & sleeve crop top and a forest green maxi skirt with a black chain bag. The top is Topshop, skirt River Island and bag Primark. Oh and tortoise shell Ray Bans.

Mathew St Festival

I spent my birthday up in Liverpool with all my family, and for the first time attended the legendary Mathew St Festival. Having spent August bank holiday weekend in my teens at Reading Festival and then the past couple of years at Nottinghill Carnival, I have never had the chance to go to MSF before. It was good fun and we were incredibly lucky with the weather - infact, I had to cover my shoulders to stop them getting burnt (not that it takes my pale skin much to burn). We saw a load of cover bands including one, of course, of The Beatles - well you couldn't have a festival in liverpool without some sort of homage to the city's greatest band that ever lived could you?! For the occasion I chose to wear my new vintage green & white stripe denim shorts, I picked up from Beyond retro a few weeks ago. With it, I wore a peach vest from Topshop, my trusty Converse trainers and oversized Urban Outfitters denim shirt.