Walking on Tortoise Shells

Just a quick post to show you the newest addition to my ever expanding shoe collection - I picked up these babies in the Topshop sale for £30! I'm so happy with this purchase as I have literally been pining after these shoes ever since they were first released. Well, good things come to those who wait! I love the tortoise shell heel, I feel like it makes them more than just another pair of black heels, whilst still being versatile enough to pair with pretty much anything and everything.

Crown and Glory Haul

You may have already heard of Crown and Glory, as their beautiful assortment of hair accessories have been gracing the heads of a number of bloggers recently. But for those who have not, Crown and Glory is a line of handmade hair accessories ranging from floral garlands and clips to velvet and suede turbans. It is the brain child of Sophie King, a Photographic Art Graduate on a mission to create a line of hair accessories that would make the wearer feel pampered and unique the second they put them on.

For me, my hair IS my crowning glory, I spend endless amounts of money and time trying to make it into a barnet to be proud of, so I was instantly attracted to Crown and Glory and their wide array of gorgeous accessories.

I purchased a number of items, including two of their glorious garland 'crowns' which are made to measure (you will receive an email asking for your measurement). I was shocked, but very pleased, at how quickly I received the items and was not at all surprised to find they were packaged with as much thought and care put in as the items themselves.

So without further or do... on to the good stuff!










"My Only Sunshine" Floral Crown, £8.00










"Over the Picket Fence" Floral Crown, £10.00







"Purple Rain" Bobby Pin Set, £6.00







"Plum Pudding" Bobby Pin Set, £6.00







"Seven Seas" Bobby Pin Set, £4.00 (On Sale)







I also received a free gift of a keyring/bag charm, which unfortunately my cat has taken a serious liking to and claimed as his own! Must be the birds me thinks!


I absolutely love this line of quirky accessories and if given the chance and the budget, I would buy one of everything. The floral crowns are the perfect addition to summer looks and the bobby pins give an instant update of intrigue and glamour. For the beauty and craftsmanship put into the pieces, they are more than reasonably priced, making them the perfect little indulgence!

So what do you think guys? Are you liking Crown and Glory?


x


PS. to take a gander at their website, simply click to banner below.

It's in the bag

I'm totally obsessed with all things neutral toned recently; tan, mink, peach and everything in between! So when I went to pick up a new bag for the summer, I B-lined straight for this beaut.







It's from River Island - my go to shop for accessories. It's made of leather and feels incredible, not like something from the high street at all. The label states it as being "Cream" but it's definitely more of a mink if you ask me.







It has a long leather strap with a gold chain detail that can be adjusted via a buckle on one side.







It's interior, which I lovelovelove, is a blue and silver almost holographic fabric, with a strange print that's somewhere between leopard print and snake skin.







I also picked up a purse in the same sort of colour scheme, only the purse is a slightly cooler stone colour.







It has a coin section, two sections for notes and a very handy twelve card slots! Perfect for me with my accumulation of store cards and loyalty cards.

The bag was £29.99 and the purse £19.99. Absolute bargains when you consider how much they would be for their quality in places like Topshop.


I'm in love ♥

We're not in Kansas anymore...

Evening my lovely follows :) I took some time out of feeling sorry for myself (previous post explains) to share with you the latest editions to my growing shoe collection...







These beauties have been haunting me both online and in magazines for over a month now, and when I spotted them in my local Topshop they were the last pair... and my size!











FATE! I thought to myself. And who am I to mess with fate? So I grabbed them and headed to the till, stopping to apologise to my worn out visa on the way out.

I feel like Dorothy when I wear them, like they will take me back to Kansas (or Manchester I suppose) if i tap my heels 3 times.

RRP was £60, which my mum gave me a disapproving look for when I showed her.

God damn you Topshop and your fabulous shoes!







♥x♥

OOTD - high waisted shorts

Afternoon my lovely followers! Hope your all having a good weekend after the epic let down of last nights footie (another draw? eee.)

It's nice and sunny today so i'm cracking out the legs as they are horrificley pale of late!







High waisted shorts - Topshop £35, altered to fit

Floral tank - River Island £9.99

Rose necklace - River Island £5.99




Face?









FACE


Benefit Bo-ing Concealer
Benefit Moon Beam
Bare Escentuals foundation
Benefit Hoola
Mac Pinch-o-Peach Blush


EYES


Benefit Celebutante shadow duo
L'oreal super liner
MAC Splashproof lash mascara
Prestige white liner


LIPS


Cherry Kiss lip balm
GOSH darling


x

OOTD

You'll have to excuse me if i look totally shattered in these pictures! Thought i'd get in a little OOTD before i go to college, and i'm really not a morning person! I usually dress quite casual to college as it's a pretty long day and i've no one to really impress there haha!






Top - All Saints £35
Jeggings - Topshop £20
Bag - Paul's Boutique £60ish







Scarf - Alexander McQueen £35 off Ebay






Boots - River Island £65



Face...






I keep it pretty simple at college


Face - Studio fix concealer, Bare Minerals foundation, Bare minerals 'warmth' bronzer, MAC pinch-o-peach blush

Eyes - L'oreal super liner, Prestige white eyeliner (water line), Maybelline Falsies mascara



And the barnet?






Whacked it up in a scruffy bun!



x

All Saints delivery!

I cannot even explain how excited i get when i see one of these boxes on my door step!












I admire All Saints' dedication to making everything they produce look amazing, down to the cardboard boxes they deliver in. You know that so much care has gone into it that it makes it even more special, even if it does only contain a bog standard printed tee and a plain white tank!








Abandonment tee, in Chalk - £35














Nemesis Vest, in Optic - £25



Total - £60


I know that seems a pretty hefty price to pay for something so basic. But the cut and fabric of All Saints garments are so flattering and comfy, and it will out last anything you can pick up at Primark!


So happy :)


x

Clothing and accessories haul

ahhh nothing makes me happy like a good old shop :) and recently i've been doing quite a bit (far more than i probably should!) It's mostly river island as that is my go to shop atm, though fear not Topshop! i have not forgotton you!










Floral pocket vest, River Island - £9.99







White pocket vest, River Island - £6.99







Dugaree hot pants, River Island - around £25-£30 (can't remember!)







Cream stripey long sleeve top, River Island - £7.99







Realitees eagal tee, Topshop - £25







Floral cardi, River Island - £29.99







Demin cropped jacket, Topshop - £40







Nautical skirt, River Island - £24.99







Heart earring and Rose necklace, both River Island - Both £5.99







Mint green bag, Matalan - £6







it's almost the exact same shade as Revlon minted too!



xxx

A possible OOTD!

I'm attending a christening soon and found myself asking the age old question, "what the heck am i going to wear!?"


I've been doing some major browsing these last few days, both online and in store. A few days ago i came across a stunning (what i thought was red but i ended up getting blue) Paul & Joe Sister dress



You'll have to excuse the scribble in this pic, i was pulling a funny face haha.






















I was totally blown away by this dress on the website, but now i've got it i'm not so sure. The over-the-top ruched collar is slightly annoying and tends to ride up with it being an elasticated one shoulder.


I so much preffered it in red too, but blue is all they have :(


I'm undecided with this one.... Why does being a girl have to be so hard? haha! All my boyfriend has to do is just whack on a suit and hes good to go!




xxx

Long live the McQueen!

This news has truely dampened my day :(


Alexander Mcqueen was found dead at his London home mere hours ago. His death comes just days before London Fashion week and only a month before he was suspose to unveil his new collection in Paris.


He was one of my favourite ever designers. His creativity and ability knew no bounds and he has without a doubt created some of the most breath taking pieces i've ever seen. He will be sorely missed by both the fashion world and it's followers.




Long live the McQueen!

























xxx