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Not So Summer Wishlist

17 July 2015

you're gone and i gotta stay...
A lot of bloggers and writers are focusing on the best of a summer closet. As someone who isn't summer best friend, I'm excited for autumn fashion to kick in. Polyvore is the best place for me to make wishlists. It's like window shopping without having to move. I always point out my style would be much better if all clothing was free, but I'm happing making sets for today. This first item on this "Not So Summer" wishlist is this amazing sweater by Tory Burch. I initially came across this jumper after browsing Tory Burch's site looking out for a new pattern to splurge on. Although their lines are not always in my price range, I couldn't resist adding this piece to my wishlist. It's made of solid and foil-printed merino wool, a modern way to incorporate the AW15 trend of metallics into your look.
I absolutely adore the Watch by Uniform Wares from popbee.com. My usual style of accessory is quite shiny and glamorous, rose gold is one of my favourites, but I was drawn to this watch for it's unique but effective simple. The layout is so simple, and monochrome is yet another trend returning for the fall.
Finally, my number one wishlist items are the black skinny jeans by Saint Laurent. I found them on Vestiaire Collective along with a whole other collection. The slim fit jeans would fit in perfectly with my ever-growing winter wardrobe and pair well with so many items. They're one of the most popular types of jeans after growing fashionable among celebrities. It's not difficult to combine this piece with plenty of other items, and could easily become that must-have item this season.
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you're gone and i gotta stay...

7 December 2014

Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
you're gone and i gotta stay...
Wishlist time! I have waiting a while to post this set, partially because BT can't seem to fix my wifi, but also because I think it suits the time of year. The Tory Burch Dominique Sweater has been on my winter wishlist for a while because it's so unique. It's made of solid and foil-printed merino wool which gives the jumper the unqiue shimmery texture, but it's still cosy. The colour makes for a modern way to wear metallics which are always in trend during Christmas and New Year. The textural standout is great for a layering outfit that needs a contrasting element and the darker tones make it ultra-chic. Black jeans are an essential in a wardrobe, for both genders. Like a leather jacket, they're incredibly easy to style and pair well with many other textures as the denim look is often subtle. These YSL Skinny Jeans help the shimmery sweater stand out more and still look classy. The luxurious denim is very versatile and super soft too.
It's often said that black makes you appear much slimmer, but so do heels. The Opening Ceremony Brenda Boots are jet black, made of napper leather and naturally elegant. The round toe edge creates a smooth line in the whole look with hidden elastic for comfort. The ankle boots also have some heel, which elongates your legs, especially when paired with black denim.
To view the rest of the items on my wishlist, click right here.
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I WAS BORN THIS WAY

16 November 2014

Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
i was born this way
Sometimes I don't even think I realise I create these sets with an overall palette of black. It's a colour I will always love, and I think sometimes is overrated. Although the colours are suited to this year, the wishlist items do have a summery theme. The first item I 'need' is the tank top from Cheap Monday. I styled the sleeveless top as a dress (paired with the Cross Strap Leather Gladiator Sandal by Bertie), because I think it looks quite cosy in this way, almost like a longer tunic. The super soft 100% cotton shirt follows the jersey-like style which I really took a liking to during the summer. Since creating this wishlist I have actually bought the 5-pack eyeshadows from H&M and absolutely adore all the shades. The colours are essential for a smoky eye this season, and the pack is only £3.99 in UK stores! The shades are soft, silky and long-lasting, I would recommend them to anyone who isn't a high level beauty guru buy loves to experience with gradient shades. Cara Delevingne is one of my favourite models, so it was destiny for me to find the Mulberry Mini Cara Delevingne bag. The leather rucksack has "Made in England" stamped at the bottom and is the perfect size for a relaxed day out of the house. Not forgetting the colour, material and texture will match about anything in a wardrobe including the crucial LBD.
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boys are nicer when they aren't with their friends

9 November 2014

Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
boys are nicer when they aren't with their friends
As hard as a try, I just can't stop my head for automatically picking black clothing and accessories. I just love dark clothing! This wishlist contains quite a few dark items inlcuding the Apiece Apart Michel Tee that I really 'need'. The shirt is described as a "slightly cropped, boxy top in a mid-weight Spanish weave" which sounds ideal for this season. Although cropped tops are not as popular at this time of year, there's no reason why shorter shirts can't still be worn with some high waisted jeans or a skirt. Shorter tops are also great for wearing over dresses, because they don't consume the shape of the dress but still add a layer. To go with this top I chose the D&G Slimmy Black Jeans that I found on Polyvore. I don't think you can go wrong with black jeans as black pairs with every colour there is. I've also found that darker denim is really easy to style and dress up or down. You can get away with wearing them to quite a formal occasion. The same can be said for the Coltrane shoes by Jeffrey Campbell and the Zippered Faux Leather Backpack from Forever 21. Unfortunately both these items are sold out but I couldn't help but add them to this week's wishlist. I tend to favour darker accessories as I find that accessories are the one items that can stop an outfit from working. By choosing colours rhat will work with multiple outfits, it's money-saving and efficient. To check out the rest of my wishlist, just click the set!
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exit to the right

2 November 2014

Eldwick, Bingley, Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16, UK
exit to the right
Sundays mean days at home which mean online shopping which results in a wishlist. United Bamboo Striped Baggy Dress is at the centre of my wishlist and at the very top. I have recently loved this style of dress, especially for this season. I think the jumper-dress style is a lot cosier and can be paired with long socks or tights and still look cool and casual. This dress in particular would also look lovely with a leather jacket. I chose the Ribbed Infinity Scarf to go over this dress because the colour looks super cosy as well as the fabric containing cotton which is a must for this year. I love the white and silver them throughout this wishlist, and the Marc Jacobs Beauty Tonite Lights Glitter Dust slots in perfectly. The long-wearing metallic eyeshadow is dust-like which means it applies really well with a weightless but sparkly finish. Another beauty item, also available at Sephora is the Dior Fusion Mono Eyeshadow which would be used to highlight the eyes along with the glitter dust. The shadow does come in many different colours, but I think the shimmering black will contrast well with the glittery finish. This product is actually an Allure Best of Beauty winner, and has a mousse-gel texture which creates an easy application. The very final beauty item today, is the Lust For Lacquer Lip Vinyl by Marc Jacobs. It's champagne-infused with a very gentle plumping formula and is available in a few different colours. For this wishlist, I chose the clear colour as I think it suits the style of the set better. The colours from the eyeshadows and the Soft Touch Shadow Pencil by Nars create a subtle shimmer throughout the eyes which is enough rather than a really bold lip.
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